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Edison Nightmare Scenarios for 2004, Part Two

The second of four articles on Election Nightmare Scenarios deals with the possibilities that party control of the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate may not be determined until weeks after Election Day. Between the chances of December run-off elections in Louisiana and re-counts in other states (and even the possibility of a re-count of a run-off election), the battle for control of Congress may go on for weeks and months after Election Day. Also included is the news of an announcement by a Republican elector that he might not cast his vote automatically for George W. Bush.

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Long-quiet artists return to warm welcome

Sean Ross comments on the success of albums from veteran artists like Anita Baker.

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Rock Radio Listeners to the FCC: “Hands off that Radio Dial”

This online survey of 13,000 Rock radio listeners by Edison Media Research and Jacobs Media found that although indecency on the radio is a concern for many, these listeners do not support government regulation of the airwaves.

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The National Record Buyers Study 3

In our most recent study we explored behavioral and attitudinal trends as they relate to purchasing, or not purchasing, music. Hot topics such as the perceived quality of new releases, passion about music, and perceptions of the recording industry were also explored. The study was sponsored by the trade publication Radio and Records.

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Super Bowl Dreams For Country Music: Winning Over Today¹s Younger Generation

This national survey of Country Music from the viewpoint of the younger generation was presented at the 34rd Annual Country Radio Seminar. Some of the questions the study addressed include, “Why are a number of 15 to 29 year-olds resistant to listening to Country Music?”, “How can the Country Music industry battle the dominance of […]

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Winning the Country Campaign

Utilizing political research techniques, Edison Media Research developed a unique view of Country music for presentation at the 33rd Annual Country Radio Seminar. A non-traditional look at the music programmed at Country radio to help strengthen the format and broaden the Country listener base.

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To XM or Not to XM – A Radio Researcher’s Perspective

After paying $400 for auto installation, and another $10 a month in subscription fees, is satellite radio worth the money? This researcher looks at if consumers really get their money’s worth from satellite radio.

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UK Record Breakers Study

This comprehensive survey of record buyers in the UK explored the differences in music purchasing behavior between the US and the UK – unlike the US, UK record sales have not declined sharply this year. Learn about the role of the Internet, the influence of different media on record promotions, tastes and trends in music […]

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Internet VII: The Internet & Streaming: What Consumers Want Next

Learn about the current state of Internet use and streaming, popular misconceptions about consumer’s Internet use, and what consumers want next from Webcasters. This study was presented at the NAB Radio Show in New Orleans.

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The Need for Speed

An in-depth look at consumer usage of broadband and online streaming media and its implications for the future of television in the new media world. This study was presented at the NAB 2001: The Convergence Marketplace convention.

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TV in the New Media World

A study on the growth of Internet use and its impact on TV was presented at the 2001 NAB Futures Summit.

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The Side Channel Study: Extending Your Brand on the Internet

Arbitron and Edison take the first ever look at a new phenomenon in Webcasting called Side Channels. Side Channels are Internet-based extensions of radio station programming that complements or extends the station’s over-the-air brand. The study reveals how consumers use Side Channels and what they think of them. Plus, Arbitron and Edison provide several practical […]

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