iHeartRadio is jumping into the subscription music business
 

iHeartRadio is jumping into the subscription music business
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iHeartRadio has launched two new subscription options as it looks to grow its online business as a complement to its existing dominance of the U.S. radio scene.

iHeart remains a major force in the music industry thanks to its 850 radio stations. The company, formerly k**wn as Clear Channel Communications, has been pushing into the digital realm, counting around 90 million users for its radio streaming app.*

**w, the company is entering into uncharted waters. iHeart for years relied on playing music for free over the radio and making money off advertisements in between.*

The streaming services mean that iHeart is **w looking to charge customers to listen to music, and kick back a portion to the music industry — just like Spotify, Pandora and just about every other operation. Read more...

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