Thanks to the Internet, anybody can become a DJ or program their own Radio station. It's very easy to begin and here are the two easiest options available.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: varies
Here's How:
- Decide what your goal is. Do you want to provide music to a small group of friends or do you want to entertain the world?
- For a small personal broadcast, consider the software from PirateRadio.com
- For a larger broadcast, Live365 might be your best answer.
- For a music station, you will need .mp3 files of your favorite songs.
- Create your .mp3 library using your favorite CD ripper software or download your files.
- When your basic music library is finished, either install PirateRadio or create an account at Live365.
- Both PirateRadio and Live365 allow you to automate non-live broadcasts.
- Both options also allow you to broadcast live whenever you wish.
- Name your Radio station. Be creative - the name should also give potential listeners a clue about what it plays.
Tips:
- PirateRadio software is under $30 dollars and there are no additional fees.
- Live 365 is $4.95 per month for the base package.
- If you broadcast music via PirateRadio software, you might be liable for royalty fees unless you are non-profit.
- If you are playing music through Live 365, your royalties are being paid by Live365.
What You Need:
- Computer
- PirateRadio software
- Music
