4:18 Personality! Yess!! That is the product, the music (much like the golf ball in the act of hitting it when golfing), is incidental! You can still host radio without music, much like you can swing a club without a ball. However, combining the two however creates that “immersive experience” you speak of here 6:12
WOW!!! RadioDJ Dude... You are spot on... I love many genres of Music. Your Station makes me think of the best time of my life, when I was stationed in the UK. The 80's was awesome, I listened to BBC Radio 1 and 2, and Radio Caroline. Before the Internet was a thing, I used to pretend with my Stereo System in the Barracks a Radio show... Had tons of music and a 500watt stereo. So other than getting busted for playing music way to loud. I had a blast. Wasn't till I got back to the states in 1990, that computers became a thing. Little did I know I would 10 years later start doing a show on a station located in the UK from Nevada. That was 2003 and I've been hooked ever since. I've spent a lot of time and money building what I have now. I have a show, but I don't know how many listeners I have or get. As the station I'm on, doesn't share that information, so I don't know if 2 people or 200 people are tuned in. I'd like to start a station, but like you just said if they don't want to put the effort into they're shows, what is the point. I have to learn how to make the items you have for your station... Jingles, spots, Liners, promos. I like your webpage and have requested a song or two. And that ability to do that is awesome to me. Also the Voice Message is awesome as well. It's the little things on your site that makes XXX80's way different than other 80's stations. I'm still trying to figure out how to take calls on my show. It's not as easy as they make it look on TH-cam, plus I use SAM Broadcaster and I'm having to figure out how to either keep using that program in and on another Operating System, like Linux. Cause Microsoft doesn't really care about Privacy anymore, and Widows 11 your privacy comes 2nd to their software that they are letting you use. (Meaning the end user does not own it, and they Microsoft can turn you off anytime they wish!) So I'm moving away from Microsoft. MUSIC is a Time Machine.... Some songs take you back, and make you feel good and bad things... Depends on when and where and what you were doing when you heard that song. Don aka Echo Nation radio show
I have been in radio either full or part-time since 1979, and I missed it. During the pandemic, when we all had a lot of time on our hands, I chose to start my internet station. I agree about making the station sound fun and exciting with creative sweepers, jingles, etc. My station is unique because I've mixed together two musical genres that you don't normally hear on one station. I am playing classic hits from the 60s thru the 80s, but I also have added serious classic rock tracks to the mix. To me, this was unheard of because we all know that classic or "prog rock" people HATE pop/disco music, and never the two shall meet. But, I disagree! I'm 67. To me, and my contemporaries, listening to music today is about bringing you back to relive the music and those memories that were associated with the soundtrack of our lives. My good friends and I were prog rock guys in the 70s. Yes, ELP,, etc. I can't tell you how many hours of listening to those groups, going to their concerts, etc. Listening to the Prog rock stations to hear news about new albums, concerts, etc. But, none of us live in a bubble. We went to night clubs to meet girls, took them to concerts, yes, even Barry Manilow concerts! All of us have memories associated to many genres of music. I don't know one serious rocker who doesn't like songs that they might not admit to liking, especially back then, but music triggers memories. Also, the other thing that strengthened my resolve to program music like this was the popularity of channels of music reaction videos! They are all over the spectrum from metal to classic rock to Disco, to DooWop, etc. You never know what they will listen to in a given day. We've all grown up and the "Disco Sucks" days are over. No, it's not my immediate go to music, but there are lots of songs like that which make me smile because it was a great time to be young and out there. Now, the tough part of programing like this is that you can't come out of 9 minutes of Siberian Khatru by Yes, and play I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor! So, there's the secret sauce. How to weave the music and take the listener on this ride with. you. It's more about the older listener who would be sensitive to the mix, any young people listening in will not feel the same way about a weird segue between the genres. So, thats where a good music scheduler goes a long way to set up an elaborate set of rules, and my job is to oversee what it schedules and make subtle changes when I deem it necessary. It's fun, and it sounds great when done correctly! But it takes work and lots of thoguht.
Thanks, Fast Bobby for sharing. You're right on da money re. people liking a wide variety of music...even some they wouldn't admit to. 😀Sounds like a FUN station!
@@RadioDJDude Thanks, by the way, I'm an old school guy, ya know, grease pencil and razor blades. :) So, I've been loving your content on all the ways to use AI as a means of creating sweepers, ID's, etc. I'd never considered trying those tools. Keep up the great work here, you've inspired me to embrace some new ideas, so you have my full attention!
I am "only a Host" on many stations, This Video is Spot On and could actually include program DJ's in the same bucket!! Thanks for bringing it to us!! Appreciate you and your content!! Thank you -JB
Me!! I am definitely the ONE that needs that little nudge & help you were talking about, hahah I have just about everything, but what I lack confidence in is the speaking part & how to bring my personality out on the mic, lol
Nudge, nudge. :) Hey, Carlos! As you know, there's only one way to get better at anything...don't try it! Ha! Practice, practice, etc. When you first launch a station, NOBODY will be listening. SO, this is the perfect time to build your confidence. If you haven't launched yet, run some offline shows to get familiar with RadioDJ & DJ-ing. Don't feel you need to be a brilliant ad-libber, either. While I wouldn't suggest scripting every break, consider writing talking points. Go easy on yourself, too. We all suck in the beginning. I started when I was 15 & thought I was a big shot...more like a big sh!t. :) Fail forward past the fear & something wonderful happens, you actually become more comfortable & confident on the air. BUT, there's only one way to do that...start rockin' that mic now! I know you got this!
@@RadioDJDude Hey, thank you Jeff! Your help has honestly been super helpful. I come from being a Mix Show DJ, both on a FM Station & in a club. However, I am definitely not big on the mic. Besides mentioning song names, artist info, (maybe weather), and misc related news topics, what else would be helpful to add between your breaks? I feel like I'm over thinking it, and it causes from me to freeze up lol. And the crazy thing about that is, I'm actually pretty outgoing & a pretty talkative person but idk what it is that's causing for me to struggle lol Practicing is the only solution I suppose? Haha I started looking in to various Air checks to see if i can replicate them but I feel like I'm still missing something, and it feels like I'm just copying someone else's style.
@@carlos_mann Yeah, I get it. Being a club DJ is very different from one on the radio. Crafting an entertaining break to fit over an :18 song intro is a new skill. The most important thing: Infuse YOU into every break. Lean in to your personality. Starting out, it's fine to emulate jocks you admire, BUT don't try to copy/be them. You'll always fail. Focus on the basics with your own spin. You can't go wrong with a conversational and authentic delivery. Always look for fresh ways to spice up the mundane (weather, artist info, requests, etc). My "go to" was always phoners. Almost every break, I'd have a phoner element. I realize that isn't easy with internet radio. If you're still at the FM, start recording and saving lots of calls for use on your station. I saved almost every call for a decade. That's been a huge score for my station, XXX80s. You know, I may do a video covering the basics of DJ-ing. If you haven't seen my vid on Voice Tracking Tips, watch that. There are lots o' tips for creating cool breaks. Practice for a week and feel free to email me a couple sample breaks. Best!
@@RadioDJDude Shoot mann! I'd Greatly appreciate the offer. Let me get a few things aligned and I'll definitely reach out about it. The last few things I have to purchase are the Station ID's, the completed website, and my branding (logos, colors,). And then that never ending tasks of going through & deciding on what songs make it & the ones that get scrapped. Luckily I have some what of idea figured out on how to make this process be a bit easier. But all in all, I'm not necessarily in the biggest rush to get there, bc I got here much quicker than I'd ever imagined. So just taking the time to try and enjoy slowly creeping into the official launch. Hoping to be by the end of summer time.
nice video sir. I saw it without skipping it. gave me insight and motivation on how to run online radio. yeah, I agree with you about the soulless radio phenomenon. “We operate on the heads of thousands of people at the same time” are words that really inspire me. Somehow I see dedication in your words and eyes Hi, I am your subscriber from Indonesia, radio lover and worker for a long time
I have to say that our fm commercial radios in Monttréal really make tremendous efforts to be original and they are creative. Humor, interviews , jingles , contest, personalities, etc. Still it’s hard for them financially apparently because there’s so much competition in the sound world.
Thanks, Louis! Some of the best FM radio I've heard lately is abroad. The UK does a bang up job with infusing personality and high end production values. I'm sure it's the same in Montreal. BUT, you're right, the competition for ear holes is fierce...too much commercial-free content out there. These days, the costs of running an FM station are astronomical. Gotta sell more ads...more ads drive away listeners (to a degree). In Los Angeles, some of the highest rated stations are AM talk. Lots o' ads! BUT, big personalities...worth the wait through the break. SO, we're right back to personality. If I beat this dead horse anymore, I'll be locked up. :)
I must admit that although I've been on the "real" radio (FM) back in the day, for more than 15 years, and I love radio and consider myself a radionerd. I hardly ever listen til radio these days. It's just gotten too boring to listen to compared to how it was done back in the day. So I'm totally on the same page as you Jeff, as to how a radio should be to be engaging to listen to. As you showed us, you can find over 5000 stations online playing 80's music. Finding the good ones, now that's not easy. Well. When it comes to 80's music stations, we all know there's only one station to listen to... right?? :😉
You forgot an important aspect: sound processing. Things like AGC (Automatic Gain Control), compression, stereo widening, and equalization are crucial. These can't be achieved by just using a radio DJ alone. I use a tool called Stereo Tool for that. If you don't sound professional, you won't get listeners.
Oooo feather ruffling 0:50 ! Having done community, campus and commercial radio I have been known to have a rant like this! Would love to have you as a guest on my new “radio” show for our segment “Readit, Reddit!” Will be sending you an email, keep an eye out!
Jeff Dude lol I’ve been in FM 📻 Radio 💿🎧🖥️⌨️💯🎤🎼🎙️🚉Station 🚉 over 20 years and you hit it 💯 your right n yes I recently got out of FM Radio n want to start my own Online Radio 📻 station 🚉 as it’s the future no more transmitting to just a Town my friend I wanna Transmit Worldwide 🌎 I love your station 🚉 I’m a 80s fan my favorite group is Duran Duran keep the videos coming I want to run Radio DJ with BUTT I appreciate you, you spoke the truth….
i wanted to start a internet radio station playing songs from the 1940s-50s -early 60s .but the royalties are too high and i just want to cover about 5 miles from my house .
Hi Ed! Yes, music licensing can be expensive. I use Live365, but they're not cheap. When you say "five miles from your house", are you suggesting a pirate radio station? While I can't legally support this, there is a change I may have or haven't rolled a couple pirate stations over the decades. The FCC has becoming extra bastardly over the years with enforcement in the US, so it's not worth the risk.
i know all about the fcc i worked for 2 local radio stations i was there tech the only thing i would use is a part 15 am talking house transmitter or a carrier current am only . on the internet can you choose how far you want the listeners to be hopefuly cheeper music licensing fee@@RadioDJDude
Agree with you 100% and I see your subscriber numbers have actually gone up, can't put that down to only your snazzy outfits. BTW is that jacket available at men's stores? 😜
4:18 Personality! Yess!! That is the product, the music (much like the golf ball in the act of hitting it when golfing), is incidental! You can still host radio without music, much like you can swing a club without a ball.
However, combining the two however creates that “immersive experience” you speak of here 6:12
WOW!!! RadioDJ Dude... You are spot on... I love many genres of Music. Your Station makes me think of the best time of my life, when I was stationed in the UK. The 80's was awesome, I listened to BBC Radio 1 and 2, and Radio Caroline. Before the Internet was a thing, I used to pretend with my Stereo System in the Barracks a Radio show... Had tons of music and a 500watt stereo. So other than getting busted for playing music way to loud. I had a blast. Wasn't till I got back to the states in 1990, that computers became a thing. Little did I know I would 10 years later start doing a show on a station located in the UK from Nevada. That was 2003 and I've been hooked ever since. I've spent a lot of time and money building what I have now. I have a show, but I don't know how many listeners I have or get. As the station I'm on, doesn't share that information, so I don't know if 2 people or 200 people are tuned in. I'd like to start a station, but like you just said if they don't want to put the effort into they're shows, what is the point. I have to learn how to make the items you have for your station... Jingles, spots, Liners, promos.
I like your webpage and have requested a song or two. And that ability to do that is awesome to me. Also the Voice Message is awesome as well. It's the little things on your site that makes XXX80's way different than other 80's stations. I'm still trying to figure out how to take calls on my show. It's not as easy as they make it look on TH-cam, plus I use SAM Broadcaster and I'm having to figure out how to either keep using that program in and on another Operating System, like Linux. Cause Microsoft doesn't really care about Privacy anymore, and Widows 11 your privacy comes 2nd to their software that they are letting you use. (Meaning the end user does not own it, and they Microsoft can turn you off anytime they wish!) So I'm moving away from Microsoft. MUSIC is a Time Machine.... Some songs take you back, and make you feel good and bad things... Depends on when and where and what you were doing when you heard that song. Don aka Echo Nation radio show
Thanks SO much, Don! Appreciate that. One way to integrate live calls is by using Skype. Check out my vid on Live Remotes for ideas.
I have been in radio either full or part-time since 1979, and I missed it. During the pandemic, when we all had a lot of time on our hands, I chose to start my internet station. I agree about making the station sound fun and exciting with creative sweepers, jingles, etc. My station is unique because I've mixed together two musical genres that you don't normally hear on one station. I am playing classic hits from the 60s thru the 80s, but I also have added serious classic rock tracks to the mix. To me, this was unheard of because we all know that classic or "prog rock" people HATE pop/disco music, and never the two shall meet. But, I disagree! I'm 67. To me, and my contemporaries, listening to music today is about bringing you back to relive the music and those memories that were associated with the soundtrack of our lives. My good friends and I were prog rock guys in the 70s. Yes, ELP,, etc. I can't tell you how many hours of listening to those groups, going to their concerts, etc. Listening to the Prog rock stations to hear news about new albums, concerts, etc. But, none of us live in a bubble. We went to night clubs to meet girls, took them to concerts, yes, even Barry Manilow concerts! All of us have memories associated to many genres of music. I don't know one serious rocker who doesn't like songs that they might not admit to liking, especially back then, but music triggers memories. Also, the other thing that strengthened my resolve to program music like this was the popularity of channels of music reaction videos! They are all over the spectrum from metal to classic rock to Disco, to DooWop, etc. You never know what they will listen to in a given day. We've all grown up and the "Disco Sucks" days are over. No, it's not my immediate go to music, but there are lots of songs like that which make me smile because it was a great time to be young and out there. Now, the tough part of programing like this is that you can't come out of 9 minutes of Siberian Khatru by Yes, and play I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor! So, there's the secret sauce. How to weave the music and take the listener on this ride with. you. It's more about the older listener who would be sensitive to the mix, any young people listening in will not feel the same way about a weird segue between the genres. So, thats where a good music scheduler goes a long way to set up an elaborate set of rules, and my job is to oversee what it schedules and make subtle changes when I deem it necessary. It's fun, and it sounds great when done correctly! But it takes work and lots of thoguht.
Thanks, Fast Bobby for sharing. You're right on da money re. people liking a wide variety of music...even some they wouldn't admit to. 😀Sounds like a FUN station!
@@RadioDJDude Thanks, by the way, I'm an old school guy, ya know, grease pencil and razor blades. :) So, I've been loving your content on all the ways to use AI as a means of creating sweepers, ID's, etc. I'd never considered trying those tools. Keep up the great work here, you've inspired me to embrace some new ideas, so you have my full attention!
WOW! Shout Out from CHI-TOWN CHICAGO-KANKAKEE, IL, USA! Thank you Mr. Jeff for this highly informative and enlightening podcast! AMEN-ASE!
Thank you!
I am "only a Host" on many stations, This Video is Spot On and could actually include program DJ's in the same bucket!! Thanks for bringing it to us!! Appreciate you and your content!! Thank you -JB
Thanks, JB! Keep on rockin' that mic!
Me!! I am definitely the ONE that needs that little nudge & help you were talking about, hahah
I have just about everything, but what I lack confidence in is the speaking part & how to bring my personality out on the mic, lol
Nudge, nudge. :) Hey, Carlos! As you know, there's only one way to get better at anything...don't try it! Ha! Practice, practice, etc. When you first launch a station, NOBODY will be listening. SO, this is the perfect time to build your confidence. If you haven't launched yet, run some offline shows to get familiar with RadioDJ & DJ-ing. Don't feel you need to be a brilliant ad-libber, either. While I wouldn't suggest scripting every break, consider writing talking points. Go easy on yourself, too. We all suck in the beginning. I started when I was 15 & thought I was a big shot...more like a big sh!t. :) Fail forward past the fear & something wonderful happens, you actually become more comfortable & confident on the air. BUT, there's only one way to do that...start rockin' that mic now! I know you got this!
@@RadioDJDude Hey, thank you Jeff! Your help has honestly been super helpful.
I come from being a Mix Show DJ, both on a FM Station & in a club. However, I am definitely not big on the mic.
Besides mentioning song names, artist info, (maybe weather), and misc related news topics, what else would be helpful to add between your breaks? I feel like I'm over thinking it, and it causes from me to freeze up lol. And the crazy thing about that is, I'm actually pretty outgoing & a pretty talkative person but idk what it is that's causing for me to struggle lol
Practicing is the only solution I suppose? Haha
I started looking in to various Air checks to see if i can replicate them but I feel like I'm still missing something, and it feels like I'm just copying someone else's style.
@@carlos_mann Yeah, I get it. Being a club DJ is very different from one on the radio. Crafting an entertaining break to fit over an :18 song intro is a new skill. The most important thing: Infuse YOU into every break. Lean in to your personality. Starting out, it's fine to emulate jocks you admire, BUT don't try to copy/be them. You'll always fail.
Focus on the basics with your own spin. You can't go wrong with a conversational and authentic delivery. Always look for fresh ways to spice up the mundane (weather, artist info, requests, etc). My "go to" was always phoners. Almost every break, I'd have a phoner element. I realize that isn't easy with internet radio. If you're still at the FM, start recording and saving lots of calls for use on your station. I saved almost every call for a decade. That's been a huge score for my station, XXX80s.
You know, I may do a video covering the basics of DJ-ing. If you haven't seen my vid on Voice Tracking Tips, watch that. There are lots o' tips for creating cool breaks. Practice for a week and feel free to email me a couple sample breaks. Best!
@@RadioDJDude
Shoot mann! I'd Greatly appreciate the offer. Let me get a few things aligned and I'll definitely reach out about it.
The last few things I have to purchase are the Station ID's, the completed website, and my branding (logos, colors,). And then that never ending tasks of going through & deciding on what songs make it & the ones that get scrapped. Luckily I have some what of idea figured out on how to make this process be a bit easier.
But all in all, I'm not necessarily in the biggest rush to get there, bc I got here much quicker than I'd ever imagined. So just taking the time to try and enjoy slowly creeping into the official launch. Hoping to be by the end of summer time.
nice video sir. I saw it without skipping it. gave me insight and motivation on how to run online radio. yeah, I agree with you about the soulless radio phenomenon.
“We operate on the heads of thousands of people at the same time” are words that really inspire me.
Somehow I see dedication in your words and eyes
Hi, I am your subscriber from Indonesia, radio lover and worker for a long time
Thank you SO much for the kind words. Appreciate you "tuning in" from Indonesia!
Vote Jeff for President …… Yeah 👍🏻
And if elected, I promise a custom name jingle for every voter!@@bertvanmook3698
@@RadioDJDude Biden is no competition for you, but watch out Donald Trump ! 😂
Ha! Too funny!@@bertvanmook3698
Great video! So many important points and very inspiring! Thanks!
Thank you!
I have to say that our fm commercial radios in Monttréal really make tremendous efforts to be original and they are creative. Humor, interviews , jingles , contest, personalities, etc. Still it’s hard for them financially apparently because there’s so much competition in the sound world.
Thanks, Louis! Some of the best FM radio I've heard lately is abroad. The UK does a bang up job with infusing personality and high end production values. I'm sure it's the same in Montreal. BUT, you're right, the competition for ear holes is fierce...too much commercial-free content out there. These days, the costs of running an FM station are astronomical. Gotta sell more ads...more ads drive away listeners (to a degree). In Los Angeles, some of the highest rated stations are AM talk. Lots o' ads! BUT, big personalities...worth the wait through the break. SO, we're right back to personality. If I beat this dead horse anymore, I'll be locked up. :)
@@RadioDJDude I listen to your station xxx80s every day. Great job! Is there a place I can go to listen to your station without commercials?
Appreciate that, Louis! Unfortunately, I'm back on the commercial plan to save $$. Online radio can be an expensive hobby!@@LouisConrad
@@RadioDJDude I still listen, you do a wonderful job!
You are talking with your heart and your passion Dude ! Another GREAT video !! Thank you.
Thanks, Daniel!
I must admit that although I've been on the "real" radio (FM) back in the day, for more than 15 years, and I love radio and consider myself a radionerd. I hardly ever listen til radio these days. It's just gotten too boring to listen to compared to how it was done back in the day. So I'm totally on the same page as you Jeff, as to how a radio should be to be engaging to listen to. As you showed us, you can find over 5000 stations online playing 80's music. Finding the good ones, now that's not easy. Well. When it comes to 80's music stations, we all know there's only one station to listen to... right?? :😉
Too true, Lars! Hmmm, I wonder which 80s station you're referring to?? In case you're playing along...it's XXX80s.com! :)
You forgot an important aspect: sound processing. Things like AGC (Automatic Gain Control), compression, stereo widening, and equalization are crucial. These can't be achieved by just using a radio DJ alone. I use a tool called Stereo Tool for that. If you don't sound professional, you won't get listeners.
You're right, Stereo Tool is the best!
This video deserves an award.
Thanks much! Appreciate that.
Jeff I run 2 internet only radio stations and I completely agree with you. Those juke box playlist things, Man that's not radio get them outta here!
Yeah! Cut their Cat 5 cables! :) Which stations do you run?
I haven't done radio since College but I find myself wanting to get back behind the mic. Great content.
Thanks so much!
Oooo feather ruffling 0:50 !
Having done community, campus and commercial radio I have been known to have a rant like this!
Would love to have you as a guest on my new “radio” show for our segment “Readit, Reddit!”
Will be sending you an email, keep an eye out!
Happy you dug it! Sure, reach out. Let's make an audio commotion!
@@RadioDJDude what’s the best way to communicate with you? IG, email, other?
@@CCANRADIO CB or send me a message through XXX80s.com
@@RadioDJDude When you say CB? Like old school CB radio?
I think you may have meant FB lol But CB would have been epic lol
Well done radio dude!
Thank you, Louis!
Jeff Dude lol I’ve been in FM 📻 Radio 💿🎧🖥️⌨️💯🎤🎼🎙️🚉Station 🚉 over 20 years and you hit it 💯 your right n yes I recently got out of FM Radio n want to start my own Online Radio 📻 station 🚉 as it’s the future no more transmitting to just a Town my friend I wanna Transmit Worldwide 🌎 I love your station 🚉 I’m a 80s fan my favorite group is Duran Duran keep the videos coming I want to run Radio DJ with BUTT I appreciate you, you spoke the truth….
Thanks, Jerome!!
i wanted to start a internet radio station playing songs from the 1940s-50s -early 60s .but the royalties are too high and i just want to cover about 5 miles from my house .
5 miles with an internet station? How you want to do this? Design an app with gps?
Hi Ed! Yes, music licensing can be expensive. I use Live365, but they're not cheap. When you say "five miles from your house", are you suggesting a pirate radio station? While I can't legally support this, there is a change I may have or haven't rolled a couple pirate stations over the decades. The FCC has becoming extra bastardly over the years with enforcement in the US, so it's not worth the risk.
@@RadioDJDude I'm living in Belgium and can't hear XXX80's due to the license of Live365.
i know all about the fcc i worked for 2 local radio stations i was there tech the only thing i would use is a part 15 am talking house transmitter or a carrier current am only . on the internet can you choose how far you want the listeners to be hopefuly cheeper music licensing fee@@RadioDJDude
Bummer! I don't have any geo-blocking set on my account.@@Player456-xy1gs
How do I contact you about buying a branding package? I loved your AI video.
Thank you! While I appreciate it, I don't do any custom production work.
Agree with you 100% and I see your subscriber numbers have actually gone up, can't put that down to only your snazzy outfits. BTW is that jacket available at men's stores? 😜
Too funny, Paulo! Great to hear from you. That snappy jacket is only available at car washes and select bowling alleys. :)
this is the best advice
Thanks! Happy you enjoyed it.