Parrotheads Tune in To Margaritaville on Sirius Satellite Radio

October 6th, 2008

Today’s Parrotheads may have traded in their casual beach attire for Tommy Bahama fashions but they still love the music of singer, songwriter and author Jimmy Buffet. In years past many have heard the tales of die-hard fans driving several hours to catch a live concert. With the rising gas prices, Sirius subscribers who cannot make it to the show can easily catch a live Buffett show by tuning into their Sirius satellite radio and Radio Margaritaville on Sirius channel 31.

 

Whisk yourself away to a tropical island and grab a seat at the tiki hut as you close your eyes and sink back into Radio Margaritaville on Sirius XM Radio.  This satellite radio station brings subscribers live concerts, interviews, live tracks, and rare recordings. Listeners can hear music from some of their other favorites that have the same flair as Buffet. Some of the artists played on this station are James Taylor, Bob Marley, The Beach Boys, The Eagles, Van Morrison, and lots of other great artists. This station is a satellite radio enthusiast’s destination to paradise.

 

Regular programs on satellite radio channel Radio Margaritaville include LIVE from the Margaritaville Café in Orlando Florida, Buffet Buffet, The Savannah Daydreamin’ Radio Hour, and Feats at Five.

 

Feats at Five is hosted by Gary Bennett who plays music from Little Feat. With 35 years of music to choose from there is plenty of variety for listeners. This show airs on Sirius Radio at 5 a.m. on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on Sundays.

 

The Savannah Daydreamin’ Radio Hour is hosted by Savannah Jane Buffet. Savannah Jane is one of Jimmy’s two daughters. This show is broadcast at 10 a.m. on Saturdays and 10 p.m. on Sundays and features some of her music picks.

 

Buffet Buffet broadcasts at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. every day. This hour long show plays all Jimmy Buffet tracks including requests and rarities.

 

LIVE from the Margaritaville Café is broadcast Wednesday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This live broadcast brings you music and hosts at the Sirius Tiki Hut Studio with J.D. Spradlin.

 

Whether you are a Parrothead looking to hear one of the Big 8 live on Radio Margaritaville or just a Sirius subscriber that stumbled upon the great Buffet station there is something that is sure to keep you captivated waiting for the next track to be played. You’ll hear tunes such as Come Monday, Volcano, a Pirate Looks At Forty, and many more.

 

Ride the best wave of live tunes by catching the 2008 Year of Still Here Tour by tuning in to Sirius satellite radio channel 31.

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Sirius Gold Live From the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

October 6th, 2008

As dream jobs go, Norm N. Nite, has a job to be envied by music fans around the world. When he rocks and rolls on into work as a Sirius DJ he is surrounded by music history where he broadcasts live from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio. Norm’s program airs Saturdays and Sundays from 3 – 6 pm on Sirius Gold, Sirius channel 5. Larry Morrow broadcasts live from the Rock Hall Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3 – 6pm on Sirius Gold. “Classic Vinyl” also broadcasts from the Hall of Fame Wednesday – Sundays from 10 am – 1 pm. “Classic Vinyl” airs classic rock from the ‘60s and ‘70s and is available on Sirius channel 14.

Classic music fans can only imagine the thrill and excitement of walking past the exhibits while gearing up for an afternoon of DJ work playing ‘50s favorites. Norm N. Nite gets to live the dream while being a part of a radio giant, Sirius XM Radio, with over 18 million subscribers. The shrine of Rock ‘n Roll features an exhibit that changes each year, bringing visitors a variety of history and memorabilia through the use of film, video, kiosks and music. Thousands of artifacts line the museum including items on loan from artists and collectors. What a fabulous home for a Sirius Gold program!

Sirius Gold is the home of Sirius XM Radio’s rock ‘n roll ‘50s and ‘60s era. This channel is the place where women put on their poodle skirts and bobby socks while men don their leather jackets for a night of cruising in the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible. It’s a place where doo wop is king and Fats Domino bangs out the keys to “Whole Lotta Lovin’.” Whether you lived through the 50s, or know someone who did, Sirius Gold takes listeners on a trip down memory lane with artists such as Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, the Four Seasons, and many more.

In addition to Norm N. Nite and Larry Morrow’s broadcasts LIVE From the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Sirius Gold has two additional regular programs: “Remember Then,” hosted by Norm, plays tunes from a specific year; and “Doo Wop Gold,” hosted by TJ Lubinsky. TJ brings listeners doo wop at its finest with rare concert tracks, interviews, original recordings, and artist profiles. “Doo Wop Gold” encourages listener participation, taking caller requests for favorite tunes.

Sirius Gold and Classic Vinyl are just two of the many music channels available to Sirius XM Radio subscribers. This satellite radio provider brings listeners a variety of music including jazz, blues, rock, classical, the standards, R&B, hip-hop, country, and more. Unlike local radio stations Sirius XM Radio airs all music channels 100% commercial free. In addition to these music offerings satellite radio subscribers have access to channels dedicated to specific artists such as Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, the Grateful Dead, Jimmy Buffett and Bruce Springsteen.

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College Football on Sirius XM Radio

September 11th, 2008

School is back in session, fall is in the air, and college football is getting underway. Keeping up with college football is a breeze with Sirius XM Radio. Sirius Play-by-Play channels air college ball games for subscribers on a range of channels.

 

The NCAA college games provide listeners with excitement and energy that can be felt whether you are at the field or across the country. Whether you cheer for Rolltide or root for Texas Tech, catching a game from the lake, your backyard or the campsite can make a Friday night outstanding. Keeping up with all the rivalries, statistics and hopefuls is easy as listeners tune in for play-by-play action or regular programs.

 

SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio provides exclusive satellite content from a number of teams including Navy, Ole Miss, Notre Dame, UCLA, USC and more. Listeners can easily track their favorite players or teams with live broadcasts of games or by tuning in to the SIRIUS College Football Coaches Show. The College Football Coaches Show is hosted by Jack Arute who interviews many of the top college coaches. Jack takes it to the heart of the matter while discussing strategy and the upcoming games.

 

Rivals Radio, another Sirius regular program, also interviews coaches as well as players from various teams in the NCAA. Hosts Bobby Burton and Bill King take calls from listeners live on the air with the coaches and players. Sirius subscribers can get the information they want to hear and then tune in later to The Rivals College Football Recap Show for even more.

 

Sirius XM Radio does not stop there when providing listeners with the sports content they desire. The Shark Tank hosted by Jerry “The Shark” Tarkanian and co-host Bryan McGovern, bring listeners college basketball talk. Listeners will hear interviews from college basketball players and coaches.

 

Sports packages are a huge draw for listeners making the switch from local radio to satellite radio. College sports have always been a favorite across the country with bitter rivalries in families, among friends and on the air. Every listener has a favorite team and favorite players. Some listeners are tuning in to keep up with all their favorite off-air games and preparing for the yearly bowl game picks.

 

On Sirius XM Radio listeners, can keep up with a variety of college sports including basketball, football, hockey, and even lacrosse. In addition to college games and content, Sirius Radio airs National Football League games, Major League Baseball and so much more. A recent addition to the sports talk show lineup is a new radio channel, Mad Dog Radio, featuring Chris “Mad Dog” Russo.

 

With all this sports content at their fingertips, sport fans never tire of the options available on satellite radio. Whether they program their Stiletto 2 to alert them to their favorite team’s upcoming game, or keep a vigilant eye on the online listings, the sports radio fans are an intense group of followers who actively participate in the talk show content.

 

Sirius XM Radio has over 300 channels of varied music, news, talk radio and sports content, so there’s something for everyone. And for a real dose of college sports action, keep it tuned to the Sirius XM Radio Sports Play-by-Play channels.

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Sirius Stratus 4 Dock and Play Radio

September 11th, 2008

For versatility, ease of use, and appealing design, the Sirius Stratus 4 satellite radio is an excellent choice to upgrade the entertainment options in your car. The Stratus 4 has a pleasing amber display that blends well with any vehicle interior and can be easily moved to a docking kit for use in the office, at home or in another vehicle.

 

The display is easy to read with excellent contrast for simple viewing of song or channel details. Functionality allowing users to customize the display provides listeners with an audio experience tailored to their desired settings.

 

The Stratus 4 Sirius Satellite Radio can be connected to a vehicle’s existing radio through an audio cable to the stereo audio output or via a tuned FM channel. This radio has a built-in FM transmitter providing this capability. When using the FM transmitter in a large city it can become necessary to hold various FM frequencies for an optimum listening experience. Included in the Stratus 4 is a FM preset function allowing users to store their area’s best frequencies.

 

Sirius Radio subscribers often have several favorite channels that they tune to. With over 130 channels available on Sirius and over 300 channels now available with the new Sirius XM Radio, there are plenty to choose from. The Stratus 4 has 10 presets that allow users to quickly navigate to their favorite channels. The One-Touch Jump button lets users instantly switch to their favorite preset station in the satellite radio channel lineup, eliminating the frustrating search for a quick weather, traffic or news report.

 

As with most entertainment mediums, some content on satellite radio may be inappropriate for young children. The Sirius Stratus 4 has it covered with the Parental Controls functionality, which allows channels to be locked and unlocked with ease to prevent those little fingers from stumbling upon unauthorized content.

 

Versatility is a key feature of the Stratus 4. This radio can be easily transported to home, office, boat or another vehicle by moving the radio to another docking unit.

 

Satellite radio provides listeners with a radio listening experience that keeps driving consumers away from local radio. An incredible lineup of content includes a variety of music including pop, rock, hip-hop, electronica, jazz, blues, R&B and all your standard Top 40 hits. All music channels are 100% commercial free, and many feature DJs and guest DJs who provide entertaining chatter between songs. Sirius XM Radio Inc. also has a variety of talk show personalities including Howard Stern and Martha Stewart, sports programming covering NFL football, basketball, tennis, European soccer, and even college sports and NASCAR, as well as family and news programming from a variety of sources.

 

So whether you’re tuning in on a drive around town, or sinking back into an easy chair at home, there are plenty of content options to enjoy on the Sirius Stratus 4.

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Sirius NFL Radio

September 3rd, 2008

This week marks the official start to the 2008-2009 National Football League season, and football fans across the country are enjoying the best of the NFL by tuning in to Sirius XM Radio. Sirius Radio has exclusive rights to NFL content and has been airing many of the preseason games in their entirety.

Whether you live in Buffalo or Los Angeles, following your favorite team is a breeze with the play-by-play channels available on Sirius satellite radio. Catch the home feed or away feed with some games airing both.

Satellite radio subscribers can immerse themselves in everything related to their favorite teams or keep up with the competition by tuning in to many of the programs available on Sirius NFL Radio. The Sirius Blitz puts subscribers in the interviewer seat by letting them ask respected NFL coaches their own questions about player performance, personnel, team match-ups and more.

During the NFL offseason, Sirius NFL Radio keeps football fans up to speed on all the latest happenings across the league. The station followed all the teams as they hit the 2008 training camps, bringing subscribers expert analysis and interviews. Subscribers were the first to hear about NFL draft results and listen to memories from the field out of the mouths of the Hall of Famers themselves.

Sirius NFL Radio is a complete football immersion and keeps listeners pumped all year with its long lineup of football shows, including Late Hits, The SIRIUS Blitz, The Opening Drive, Movin’ The Chains, The Red Zone and more. Hosts to the station include Dan Reeves, Randy Cross, Shannon Sharpe, Carl Banks, and recent addition Marty Schottenheimer.

The Opening Drive brings listeners special guests from all over football while the Red Zone keeps listeners updated on the latest news. Take The Sirius Blitz to tailgate parties for pregame analysis or tune in on the drive home for more of the same postgame. Movin’ The Chains gives listeners the opportunity to talk with players and coaches from various teams in the NFL. That’s not all that Sirius NFL Radio brings to the airwaves for satellite radio subscribers. Fantasy Football players can keep up with all the important facts for their weekly picks by listening to SIRIUS Fantasy Football Friday nights and Saturday mornings. John Madden fans can kickoff the Sunday games with SIRIUS NFL Tailgate Show hosted by Madden, Adam Schein, Gil Brandt and Steve Cohen.

Football fans will be entertained throughout the year with the wide range of programs on Sirius NFL Radio. Whether you root for the New England Patriots or the Tampa Bay Buccaneers you will enjoy hearing the best of NFL with Sirius Play-by-Play and SIRIUS NFL Radio on channels 124 through 127.

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Apple iPhone May Feature Satellite Radio Application, Sirius XM Could Be Accessed

September 2nd, 2008

News reports have been circulating about the possibility of Apple adding a streaming radio application for its new iPhone. Sirius XM Radio subscribers with Internet radio subscriptions will be able to receive their favorite streaming radio channels without the need for a satellite radio. This application has been long awaited by satellite radio subscribers and could potentially boost Sirius XM Radio’s subscriber base.

After the merger between the two satellite giants, many subscribers for both XM Satellite Radio and Sirius Satellite Radio have been concerned about the need for new satellite radios. Although this concern has been unwarranted due to the news from Sirius that existing radios will continue to work, the potential for purchasing soon-to-be obsolete equipment has prevented some radio listeners from making the leap to satellite radio. This streaming radio application for the iPhone could put some of those fears to rest and increase the number of subscribers to Sirius XM Radio Inc.

The Apple iPhone is a dazzling device that is still making waves across the country and can now provide listeners with the personal radio options that they crave from satellite radio. If Sirius jumps into the game, exclusive content, such as broadcasts from Howard Stern and Martha Stewart, or select sports coverage from SIRIUS NFL Radio and SIRIUS NASCAR Radio could be accessed, while also allowing listeners to switch back over to the iPhone’s other features.

The iPhone streaming radio application would be unsuitable as a vehicle solution – the factory installed satellite radio, or a Sirius satellite mounted radio is still your best bet. But office workers and bus or train commuters would enjoy the ability to connect to the Internet using their iPhone while tuning in for the work day or long ride home.

There is no word whether recording capabilities would be present in the new application, but the Sirius Stiletto 2 can record all your favorite programs, artists and sports games to listen to at a later date. Internet subscribers to Sirius Internet Radio currently do not have that capability

Sirius XM Radio offers over 200 radio channels of various content including multiple music stations that are 100% commercial free. Subscribers have a bountiful selection of sports programs, news radio, and talk shows available including some family programming and classic radio programs alongside a variety of International stations. There is something for everyone ages 5 to 75 on Sirius XM Radio.

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SIRIUS XM Radio

August 12th, 2008

The time is now to say goodbye to XM Satellite Radio and Sirius Satellite Radio. The merger has been finalized and the new company has officially changed its named to Sirius XM Radio Inc. as of Wednesday, August 6, 2008. The company is now considered the second biggest radio company in the country. This is based off revenue produced from over 18.5 million subscribers to Sirius XM Radio.

Broadcasting more than 300 channels of content consumers are expected to have new options for audio packages and lower prices. Subscribers are anxiously awaiting the opportunity to include content from both Sirius Radio and XM Radio services. The combined company has exclusive programming with Martha Stewart, Oprah, Howard Stern and more. Each radio service has channels devoted to individual groups or artists such as Elvis, Bruce Springsteen, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and the Grateful Dead among others.

Satellite radio content includes a large array of news, sports and talk radio. Listeners have had the pleasure of hearing complete football games with Sirius NFL Radio, sitting in the drivers seat with Sirius NASCAR Radio, or stepping up to bat with the MLB on XM Radio. Sports program will continue to be a part of Sirius XM Radio packages as will the extensive lineup of news programs from some of the most trusted names in news including CNN, FOX, BBC, and even NPR news.

New packages that will be offered as a result of the merger will include packages featuring the family channels, music packages, or news, talk and sports. Sirius XM Radio Inc. has reported that the new “Best of Both” package selections will be available to subscribers in early fall.

The company has reported that they will make good on their promise to subscribers. Existing radios will continue to work post merger. This has been a big concern to subscribers. Although new package options will be available to subscribers all existing subscribers will be able to maintain their existing subscriptions. For those of us who tend to resist change there is no need to be concerned about making any changes to our existing audio setup due to the merger.

Sirius XM Radio Inc. subscribers and audio enthusiasts should keep watch for the updated offerings this fall. The long awaited merger brings with it the hope that satellite audio entertainment will continue to remain a step above the rest delivering incredible content, commercial free music, complete sports coverage and unique talk personalities.

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SIRIUS Specials Mail-In Rebates Make Great Deals on Sirius Radios

July 25th, 2008

SIRIUS Satellite Radio just launched new offers to many of its retailers nationwide. With these rebates you can expect to save up to $50 on some of the latest models of SIRIUS Radio receivers available. On Sirius Specials we took the mail-in rebate savings to the next level and are offering our own instant savings in addition to the SIRIUS National Rebates. Here are some of the great deals that you can expect to see on SIRIUS Specials.

  • Get the newest portable satellite radio model, the Stiletto 2 for only $229.99 after the Sirius Specials exclusive savings of $100
  • The most popular Sportster 5 with 15 color changing options, is now only $109.99 after the Sirius Specials $60 exclusive savings
  • For a great deal on an entry level radio the new Stratus 4 receiver is only $29.99 after the Sirius Specials $20 exclusive savings
  • If you want the best value possible then the new InV2 receiver is only $19.99 after the Sirius Specials $20 exclusive savings
  • Finally, the Starmate 4 is also at a great low price of $74.99 after SIRIUS $45 mail-in rebate

With so many great prices on our SIRIUS Radio models the hardest part will be deciding which radio is best for you. To make your decision a little bit easier you might want to check out our Radio Comparison tool. This tool will let you compare the various models, and help you understand what you should expect from each radio.

And the best thing about these deals is that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Sometimes it is really hard to buy for that special someone, but SIRIUS Satellite Radio would make the perfect gift. And if Valentine’s Day isn’t on your radar this year then why not treat yourself?!?

Happy Shopping!

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BBC World Service News on SIRIUS Satellite Radio Channel 141

June 23rd, 2008

BBC World Service News- Sirius Channel 141

Currently playing on BBC World Service News: Channel 141

BBC World Service News

SIRIUS Radio brings you trusted worldwide news from BBC. SIRIUS Satellite Radio channel 141 is the home of BBC World Service. This station is dedicated to providing listeners with news as it is happening around the world with in-depth analysis and a non-biased perspective. BBC brings listeners a variety of programs including current affairs from Assignment, business reports from Business Daily, and news from specific areas on From Our Own Correspondent (FOOC). Technology enthusiasts can tune in to Digital Planet for news on everything related to our digital world. BBC even brings listeners documentaries on Close Up. This station is the station to turn to for culture, financial, European, business, and world news. It is all on BBC World Service, SIRIUS Satellite Radio channel 141.

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60s Vibrations on SIRIUS Satellite Radio Channel 6

June 23rd, 2008

60s Vibrations- Sirius Channel 6

Currently playing on 60s Vibrations: Channel 6

60s Vibrations

Get all the best of pop music from the 1960s by tuning in to ‘60s Vibrations on SIRIUS Satellite Radio channel 6. Take your summer to new heights listening to the program Surf’s Up or listen to the Beach Boys for the ultimate beach party music. Or head Homeward Bound when there’s No Surfin’ Today with Simon & Garfunkel and The Four Seasons. This station is your ‘60s playground for The Beatles, Creedence Cleerwater Revival, Neil Diamond, The Rolling Stones and more. Whether you are looking for Motown, British rock, pop, or classics you will find it on SIRIUS Satellite Radio and ‘60s Vibrations, channel 6.

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