Freedom Radio Hour

On this episode of the Freedom Radio Hour, co-hosts Adam Cruz and Eddie Nicholas discuss VKontakte, Russia's version of Facebook and their music streaming app. Why were Sony, UMG and Warner Music's dealings with VK so incongruous? Eddie and Adam also discuss the new way that TuneCore is enticing artists by offering advances, 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 14th anniversary of the iTunes store. What have we learned in 14 years? Eddie and Adam also discuss the potential for Netflix to get into streaming music, 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 industry group IFPI's survey results regarding digital music piracy, including findings that 20% of Americans actively pirated music and 35% have also acquired music illegally, 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 new deal with Universal Music Group to pay the label less per stream and only allow new releases to be streamed by Spotify Premium subscribers. Eddie and Adam also discuss Trump's repeal of internet privacy protections, 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's plan to be known for video first. Why is Facebook pushing video content so much? Eddie and Adam also discuss 'ease of use' and how big data is collecting your information to better market to you, 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 news in the Paul McCartney case as he tries to reclaim ownership of hundreds of the Beatles' songs from Sony/ATV. What does this case have to do with Duran Duran? Eddie and Adam also discuss Drake's take on Black Coffee's 'Superman' 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 new Georgia House Bills that propose tax exemptions on royalties. Can this work nationally? Eddie and Adam also discuss Eddie's recent visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, 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 Pandora's personalized audio advertising. Will it help? Eddie and Adam also discuss YouTubeTV new TV subscription offer as well as Soundcloud Go's new $4.99 streaming plan, 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 dismantling of net neutrality. Why can't we count on civil liberty groups for help? Eddie and Adam also discuss Apple's dive into the TV business to help music, 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 recent Grammy awards show. What were the glimpses into the future of music? Eddie and Adam also discuss a new type of illegal digital music re-seller, 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 5 music copyright issues to look out for in 2017. Eddie and Adam also discuss the latest rapid changes going on at the FCC, 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 HMV Canada closing 102 of its stores. Is this an opportunity for indie record stores? Adam and Eddie also discuss issues with the UK's singles charts and Spotify and Apple Music's China plans, 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 TIDAL selling 33% of itself to Sprint. Are TIDAL's problems now over? Adam and Eddie also discuss the new FCC appointee Ajit Pai and what it means for net neutrality, 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-host Adam Cruz discusses the many problems plaguing non-interactive music streamer Pandora. Are they nearing the end? Adam also discusses the European Commission's fight regarding Youtube's content ID and value gap issues, 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-host Adam Cruz discusses new lawsuits against Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson regarding their hit song, "Uptown Funk." Is this the same case against inspiration as in the 'Blurred Lines' case? Adam also discusses Youtube's continued problems with music royalty and ad revenue payments, 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 ever-evolving world of promotions and promoters. Adam and Eddie also discuss the DJ and promoter relationship, 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 RIAA's revealing study on counterfeit CDs being sold on Amazon's website. What were their findings? Adam and Eddie also discuss the role and etiquette of today's DJ event promoter, 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 AT&T's purchase of Time Warner and its likely fight with regulators and the music business. Adam and Eddie also discuss Amazon's exclusive streaming deal with Garth Brooks, 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 viruses in the advertisements on streaming services and the Quincy Jones lawsuit against Sony. Adam and Eddie also discuss a new TV show that uses streaming to pick their next big star, live on Capital Radio 91.6FM The Heartbeat of Sudan and on the web at: freedomradiohour.com & dwildmusicradio.com