Freedom Radio Hour

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss music business news with the pioneering group The Sugar Hill Gang. What do they think of their legendary status? Adam and Eddie also get their thoughts on streaming music, touring and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss the latest update with the Federal Communications Commission. What's going on with Ajit Pai? Adam and Eddie also discuss Taylor Swift's new deal with Universal and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss clean content in the digital age of copyright. How will copyright free content change users' habits? Adam and Eddie also discuss the 'link tax,' supporting other creatives and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss music in politics and the politics of music. How does music get chosen for a political rally? Adam and Eddie also discuss Boomplay, a new streaming music app launched in Africa and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas interview some of the organizers of Outpost in the Burbs, along with their talented headlining performer, Alexis P. Suter. Adam and Eddie also interview Hipbone Records label head Vicki Bell, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss a lawsuit against pop singer Usher. Was there something sinister at play with the song 'Bad Girl'? Adam and Eddie also discuss value gap and critics of Europe's Article 13 solution, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas invite Dawn Tallman back to interview Black Box's own Charvoni. The singer discusses her music business successes, mistakes and learning lessons. Eddie and Adam also interview D Sharp Records recording artist Crystal Levell, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss Spotify's plans to go direct with artists. What are the implications? Adam and Eddie also discuss Taylor Swift's political activism, Microsoft's hacking claims and David Morales' legal troubles in Japan, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On the latest episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas interview The Queen of Gospel Energy, Dawn Tallman. Adam and Eddie discuss her forthcoming debut album on Honeycomb Music, her fantastic hit singles, overcoming adversity, using music as therapy and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On the latest episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss Senate's passage of the Music Modernization Act. What will happen with unclaimed royalties? Adam and Eddie also discuss the CLASSICS Act, the AMP Act and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On the Season 9 premiere episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss Music Watch's 2018 report, indicating that 51 million people in the U.S. are signed up for a monthly music service. What are the implications? Why are 157 million people still accessing streaming music for free? Adam and Eddie also discuss Article 13, Europe's value gap issue, David Morales vs. Kanye West and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss the Senate's vote to restore net neutrality. Will it pass the House? Adam and Eddie also discuss revelations at TIDAL as well as the recent comments made by YouTube Music's Lyor Cohen, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss YouTube's latest subscription startup. Google Play is out and YouTube Remix is in! YouTube also recently took all of Vevo's ad strength away. Why? Adam and Eddie also discuss the MLC, a New Copyright Licensing Organization, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss the Spotify effect as Universal Music Group and Sony Music cash in on Spotify's success. What does this mean for music? Adam and Eddie also discuss IFPI's 2018 Global Music Report, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss the Music Modernization Act as it unanimously passes the House of Representatives and gets ready for a Senate vote. What's important to know? Adam and Eddie also discuss digital download site Beatport's plans to expand their Colorado offices and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss change in the blink of an eye as Microsoft steps in at Spotify. What does this mean? Adam and Eddie also discuss Beatport's streaming DJ announcement and more, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss Miami's Winter Music Conference and its purchase by Ultra. What does this mean for soulful dance music? Adam and Eddie also discuss the biggest winners as a result of Spotify going public, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss Facebook securing three major music licensing deals. What does it mean for FB users? Adam and Eddie also discuss the latest trend regarding cassette tapes, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss FCC head Ajit Pai and the investigation into his dealings with Sinclair Broadcasting Group. Why did he spearhead a loosening of the ownership rules for TV stations? Adam and Eddie also discuss the Ray Baum Act and its connection to Sinclair Brodcasting Group's proposed deal, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss Traxsource and their decision to reduce their download prices. Is it right on time or too late? Adam and Eddie also discuss Spotify's drama as it officially files to go public, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com