AC/DC fans will have a new reason to tune in to Sirius XM when the legendary rock band’s music channel, AC/DC Radio, launches on Monday, September 15.
AC/DC Radio, which will be broadcast on XM channel 53, will celebrate the band’s career and entire music catalog. It will also help promote the upcoming release of Black Ice, AC/DC’s first album in eight years.
Band members Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Cliff Williams, Brian Johnson and Phil Rudd will all be on hand to add stories and commentary to AC/DC Radio. They’ll also give listeners an exclusive preview of Black Ice, which is scheduled to be released on October 20.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Music Channel Expansion
- The launch of AC/DC Radio on Sirius XM signals a trend of expanding music channels to cater to specific fan bases.
- Artist-curated Stations
- The inclusion of band members providing commentary and exclusive previews on AC/DC Radio highlights the trend of artist-curated radio stations for a more personalized listening experience.
- Promotional Radio Channels
- The creation of AC/DC Radio specifically to promote the band's upcoming album exemplifies the trend of using radio channels as promotional tools.
Sectors Adopting This
- Streaming Radio
- The launch of AC/DC Radio on Sirius XM demonstrates the potential for growth and innovation within the streaming radio industry.
- Music Promotion
- The use of AC/DC Radio as a promotional tool showcases opportunities for innovation in the music promotion industry.
- Music Streaming Platforms
- The trend of artist-curated radio stations like AC/DC Radio presents opportunities for music streaming platforms to differentiate themselves and provide unique content.
