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Be Your Own DJ!

So you want to be a DJ or Radio Presenter. There are several ways to get into broadcasting, and we will briefly cover some aspects to help you on the way to a broadcasting career!

dj scratching Be an Online DJ & Run A Station!
Cable, AM & FM Radio
How to's & Radio Articles
Daily Updated UK Radio News
Daily Updated Broadcasting News
New Radio Shows & Web Casts to watch out for!
Essential Links for Amateur to Pro
Broadcasting Webrings
Blues Broadcasts Worldwide
DJ Equipment
UK Stations 0-L
UK Stations M-Z
Internet Radio Stations
Running Internet Radio **New**
Webcast Listings
Television
Tv & Radio Guide

In this section we will be adding information for acts, bands and entertainers who want airplay for their music and budding radio presenters, tips, advice etc., plus we are building a list of radio links that are 'new artist' friendly.

Any station that provides a spot or show for local bands of any style will be featured as will those who provide a regular free gig guide.

Links to organisations and sites of interest with tips, advice, courses in jingles, voice overs & more.

Radio Stations - Link to us via our FREE for All Links or join one of the SiteRings.

Unsigned Artists Demo's Wanted for Radio Airplay!!
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Host Your Own Radio Show!!

CMP Radio was an internet-based radio station available to all, for free which closed in 2004. Their main objective was to give everyone an equal opportunity to become a DJ / Presenter from their own home. Although the service has now ceased operation, their website and forums are still available online.

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Be an Online DJ

The Internet has allowed music to finally be aired regardless of genre, style or age group. Unlike the usual major stations it has spawned a host of stations, presenters and dj's who are not tied to the signature format or dictates of a producer.

Many stations will allow you to use their vault of mp3's to create your own show, some will allow you to broadcast your own playlist within their programming schedule or you can run your own station using their servers! - phenominal!!

Do's n Don'ts
Do - Read radio regulations and requirements for your country.
Do - Read terms, conditions closely before signing up.
Do - Talk to other users via a messageboard for their opinions on the service.
Do - Have a show format prepared, you can always adjust it!
Don't - Sign up or start broadcasting without getting advice via internet, other users or radio authority.

Likely problems - Some stations do not belong to PRS, MCPS OR the Radio Authority (or their equivalent in relevant countries) - you may be taken to court for illegal broadcasting or for non-payment of royalties so please CHECK!
For tips on what makes a good presenter and how to get started read Cable, AM & FM Radio. and the following sites let you broadcast your own streaming audio or add your MP3 playlists:

Shoutcast
Well Established DIY DJ site offering three choices. Listen to streaming broadcasts at whatever bandwidth you specify using Winamp. Broadcast your own MP3 playlist using Shoutcast's broadcasting tools. Or you can set up your own Shoutcast server and broadcast other DJs' streams. Only PC users can participate in the broadcasting or server options.
You will need an MP3 player (for listening to streams); Shoutcast broadcasting tools (for creating your own broadcast) or Shoutcast Server (to host Shoutcast streams)

Live365
Live365 allows you to create an Internet radio broadcast using your own MP3 playlist or listen to broadcasts from other DJs. There are two unique ways in which to play DJ: EasyCast (which gives you 365MB of free space to store your music) or LiveCast (which allows you to add in voice-overs and broadcast live performances). If you have your own broadcast on another site, you can add it to Live 365's directory for free.
You will need RealPlayer; EasyCast option requires that you download EasyLoader software (PC users only)

Launchcast
You can't actually broadcast your MP3 playlist at Launch.com, although you may rate songs, other DJs, and traditional radio stations. You can choose a playlist based on your preferences and broadcast by using either the downloadable Launchcast client or a Web-based option. Listen to radio broadcasts from other Launch.com DJs. You will need Windows Media Player; Launchcast client

Destiny MP3 Player 1.45
Powerful PC based internet broadcasting software for both personal and professional broadcast. Broadcast and hear internet radio from any PC. Two versions are available, one for personal users, the other is for professional broadcasters. This commercial software can be purchased online and requires the FREE Destiny Media Player which enables anyone to listen to their radio stations.
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Jazler Radio
Schedule music, commercials, jingles, create and edit playlists, auto rebroadcasting, full RDS automation, work from any LAN-PC, personalize interface, print reports. This software is provided in various versions for pro dj's to cafe's. A range of languages are supported and a trial version is available for 30 day evaluation. Prices range dramatically from $100 to $700 depending on version required.
HomePage For updated information on stations offering similar services and tons of links to radio related resources go to CNet the Downloads & Information site. Before you leave this page check out our list of links to radio resources below.

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Cable, AM & FM Radio

dj mixer How to start, How to get on the radio and other tips!
The initial stages are relatively easy, practice your dj and presenting skills at home and at parties, disco's etc., Work out a 2 or 3 good tracks, chat, jingles etc and record your demo show format. There are a number of small independent stations, hospital radio stations and RSL's (restricted service licenses) appearing throughout the UK who are actively looking for volunteers and helpers in exchange for training and broadcast experience.

The Radio Authority has a booklet with all the station addresses, contact numbers and frequency which should also be your first stop for the latest updates on stations applying for RSL's. If you are at school, college or university you may have a department who provide tuition and many local radio stations provide a slot for local schools to participate in their community station.

Media UK provide a great directory of addresses and links to radio stations, jingles companies, broadcasting schools, television, newspapers and magazines - an essential link to your bookmarks!

BBC Training Online has several free courses suitable for BROADBAND users, including interviewing for radio, microphones and sound for radio, minidisc for radio and using Cool Edit Pro.

Many DJ's, Presenters and Producers have started via a hospital or community radio station and some even start their own community radio station! But if you have your heart set on being the next 'Terry Wogan', 'Chris Moyles', 'Chris Evans' or any other famous radio presenter then once the trainings done you will need to redo the demo tape and approach some larger stations.

Unless you intend a certain 'trademark' attitude - smile when talking over the microphone, make your chat sections as interesting, fun or cheerful as possible for your listeners. Ensure the demos recording levels are even, clear, with no crackles, pops or 'dead air' (long silences). Contact the stations by letter or telephone before sending off your demo - unsolicited tapes/cd's etc are often ignored. Listen to the stations format, playlist and programming, you may find that the station is not compatable with the style or genre of music you play.

Once you have researched and contacted the stations you wish to apply for, then send in your tape with a letter referring to your previous contact, your reason for applying, a brief outline of whats on the demo and of course your demo! It's also worth mentioning that you will be in contact to confirm receipt of the letter and its contents. Check that your precious cargo has reached its destination after about a week, by which time they may have had the opportunity to review your masterpiece, if not the conversation will remind them about you!

For essential links to Radio Resources, Hospital Radio, Radio Jobs, Online Radio information, Funding and more Click Here.

How To's & Radio Articles

Pop Goes the Musician
becoming a DJ is a popular alternative source of income for musicians. Article by Colin D'Cruz.

A-1 Guide For Becoming a Radio DJ
some ideas on what it takes to become a radio dj includes a test to see if you're really commited to the career.

Carling Live **NEW**
Their 'Behind The Scenes' section presents a series of interviews with people in the biz including: Do You Want to be a Promoter, Do You Want to Be a Live Sound Engineer, Do You Want to be a Band Manager, Do You Want to be the Head of Music at a Radio Station, Do You Want to become a Venue Manager and Do you want to be a booking agent?

Basics of Beatmixing
at DJ University (US) also has other free online tutorials and student info

Electronic Music
Online Free Recording & Studio Help Features including advice on compression, plug-ins, mixing and more.

Harry Levy: Radio Promotion
An expert in radio promotion and a specialist in AAA, Harry talks to Musician.com about radio formats, specialty shows, Internet radio and how bands can get the most out of radio stations.

Secrets of a successful Pro DJ
this ebook provides information on how to create your image, dj contracts, press kit, dealing with distributors, internet marketing tips, worldwide promoters database, he will review your demo tape/cd and include you in the annual DJ booking contest where the winner gets a round trip airline ticket, hotel accommodation and a paid booking in a quality club or event plus you can sign up for a series of FREE DJ tips.

Turntable Technique: The Art Of The DJ
Learn to play the turntable like your favourite DJs and create your own style! This essential guidebook and companion 2-record set teaches you to play the turntable as a musical instrument for only £29.95. Using this first-ever turntable method, techniques and tricks can help the aspiring DJ.

U.K. Garage: Step Two The Beat
Article on underground Garage history, producers and the state of the drum n bass scene by Peter Shapiro

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Radio Shows to Listen Out For!

radio waves The AUTOBLUES is a new weekly two hour program devoted to the world of blues. Broadcast on RADIO ECONOMIA (FM 104.8) which covers most of the Basque Country (Bizkaia and Cantabria) (Spain)., the show is aired every Sunday at around 6 to 9 PM, entirely repeated every wednesday betwen 11 AM & 1 PM. All the blues styles are played and the station controller has requested submissions, new releases as well as rough cuts, CDs, press releases or any other material you consider of any interest. Send stuff or contact
EL AUTOBLUES
Radio Economía 104,8 FM
Mail Address:
EL AUTOBLUES
C/Henao, 13 – 4 Plta
48009 BILBAO
Bizkaia-Spain
elautoblues@gruporgu.com

Bob Marovich, Host "Gospel Memories"
The Best Spiritual and Gospel Oldies Program in Chicago
Gospel and Spiritual Recordings from 1893-1976
First Sunday of every month; 2:00 - 6:30 a.m. Central Time
88.7 WLUW - Independent Community Radio
The show airs live from 2:00 a.m to 6:30 a.m. US Central Time on WLUW 88.7 FM or via webcast at www.wluw.org.
Equivalent times around the world are:-
UK: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Most of Europe: 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
South Africa: 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Asia: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Brazil: 4:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Eastern Australia: 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Western Australia and Hong Kong: 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Live Webcast on www.wluw.org

Browse our list of Blues Radio Shows, Blues Stations & Internet Webcasts!! Click Here!!.

UK Radio & Broadcasting News

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Essential Links for Amateur to Pro

Funny Firm
Incredibly comprehensive links to free and pay for comedy prep, radio show prep tutorials, free show prep, audio samples and more.

Air Vibes.net
Forum for Broadcasting and Film Professionals

Almost Radio
Network Prep page with bits, gags & stunts for Radio Personalities

Archer & Valerie Productions
Free prep radio links, wav files, audio cuts

Free Yellow Best Radio Prep!

FM Net News

On Air - Job Tipsheet

Prep Links Show - prep links

Producers Union - Industry contacts

The Radio School (UK)
runs one to one radio presenter courses in both radio presentation and production techniques. The Radio School offers varied radio courses for the presentation and production of professional radio. We're now based in Staplehurst Kent (UK). We're close to London with excellent road and rail links to the rest of the UK and mainland Europe. Our courses are used by both newcomers and established presenters and deejays too. The Radio School will assist you in learning presentation styles, techniques and production values. All ages are welcome and we also accept students from around the globe wishing to learn radio production and presentation in the UK. Plus we provide on going help guidance and advice on marketing your presentation skills and demo for months after. All part of our commitment to all who attend our courses.

Radio Wav
tons of audio clips

Radio & Production
The US Magazine for Radio's Production Personnel provides free online job classifieds.

Virtual Radio University
a free resources to UK radio presenters, journalists, sales, management and anyone interested in learning more about radio and it's history.

Media Training Masterclasses
provide training for wannabe radio and TV presenters at the BBC Training and Development centre in Worcestershire.

Alice's Restaurant Rock Radio - Rock in to our DJ Bear's site

Airwaves a glimpse at radio's history. The site contains old broadcasts that you can listen to and download.

American Disc Jockey Association

American*Trax DJs

Asian DJ Coalition

BPM at DJ Source.co.uk - learn to dj

Broadcast Net - The Broadcast Industry's Home Page

BRS Radio Directory radio search site that allows you to find stations by call-letters, state, format etc.. Also features international listings.

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters

Canadian Disc Jockey Association

California Disc Jockeys visit the sites to book a dj or find out the latest gig dates, info and news.

California Disc Jockey

Commedia Awards UK - Grants for people who want to make a production about a community issue.

Community Broadcasting Association of Australia

DJ Intelligence
Online website with event, booking and music management tools for DJ's and Entertainers.

dbm radio directory uk - all aspects of analogue commercial radio from advertising services to voiceovers.

Film & TV Connection: an entertainment industry school with 5,000 students worldwide who train on-site at major film studios, video production companies, radio and TV stations, recording studios and record labels.

Get A Mentor - The Apprentice Mentor Association provides aspiring radio-TV broadcasters, film/production people and recording/audio engineers with on the job, one on one mentor training in the US and Canada with international options available in the future.

Grapevine Jobs - the best source for jobs in and around broadcast, film and music. Everything from animation to radio, from interactive TV to post-production - and many more jobs available are advertised.

Hospital Radio UK - Packed full of info & links to resources and uk radio sites.

Hospital Radio Webring - contains information and links to uk hospital radio stations and related broadcasting sites.

Independent Radio News The News providers for many Newspapers, Radio and Tv stations.

Inside Radio.com The online version of this weekly music industry fax sent to hundreds of subscribers at labels and radio each week providing insider insight as to the current happenings in radio.

Inside Inside Radio.com Set up in response to the gossip-mongering of inside radio. Established by radio conglomerate, Clear Channel, it provides a satirical and often informing look into the radio business and, in particular, the business of Inside Radio. The two of these are suing each other for a ridiculous amount of money. Check out what all the fuss is about.

London Radio Service (LRS) London Radio Service (LRS) is an international producer and syndicator of news and programmes. LRS supplies high quality, free to air, audio news and programming content in six languages to radio stations, Internet sites, journalists and audio broadcasters all over the world.

Masspool DJ Association

Media UK Internet Directory of Radio & Tv Stations, Newspapers & Magazines

National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)

Online Broadcasting Power (book) Create, Promote, and Distribute Radio Stations and Shows on the Internet. Learn how to Set up, organize, and promote your own online radio station with this complete guide. Provides all the Webcasting details you need. Learn everything from the technical aspects of broadcasting online to the legal issues involved--even how to promote your station once you have established it! The book also includes instructions for using the latest software and services, as well as techniques for building SHOUTcast, ICEcast, RealAudio and Netshow stations. Digitizing, encoding content, and acquiring free content are also covered.

Radio Business Report, Inc. the business side of the radio industry, keep abreast of the movers, shakers and politics of the business of radio.

Radio Connection Music Industry placement service with students training onsite worldwide at major radio & tv stations, recording studio's, record labels, film studio's and film production companies

Radio.dj.net Want to learn how to become a dj, hire a dj or just surf around to learn more about the dj business? Then this site will certainly turn you on to many more resources about the broadcasting industry's 'point of the sword' gig.

Radio-Locator Station Listing

Radio-Locator - Find am_fm & internet radio stations

Radio Now UK - links to 150 online stations to listen to live plus directory of uk radio stations, ownership groups, news and more

Radio Society of Great Britain - UK Amateur Radio, has news, upates and info

Student Broadcasting News - UK, Student Stations, Charts, Info, News an essential resource!

Students Broadcasting News - Links to University/College/Student radio stations broadcasting live.

Student Radio - Excellent UK Resource for students, station A-Z, charts and more.

The Broadcast Web - Your Guide to Online Music & Media USA licensed online radio stations.

The Radio Authority UK official site for the UK regulatory and licensing body.

UK Radio.com - All the latest news from the Radio Industry used by radio industry professionals. Free radio news webfeed available ......to see ours Click Here

UK On Air - Chat and information about everything Radio related available at their forums

Windows Media Player Radio Tuner - choose from a selection of major stations like Jazz Fm and click play to listen online

World One Radio Listen to all the best music with over 200 different web radio stations!

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