Vinylmania Shutters Its Last Location

The NYC Dance Music Institution For 30 Years Spins Its Last Record An indicator of a troubled music retail scene, the DJ mecca could not sustain a presence, even in the over-DJ populated New York City. In the 70’s, several specialized Vinylmania stores lined Carmine Street in the West Village, but the only one left has now closed its doors. “We affected a lot of people’s lives and I can safely say that a lot record...

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FCC Authorizes HD Radio Expansion

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized a number of expanded digital radio capabilities this week. The FCC will now offer automatic approval to new, multicast and datacast channels, subject to certain limitations. Additionally, AM stations are now authorized to transmit digital-only stations at night, a move that broadens previous, daytime licenses. The move provides additional confidence to a number of early HD Radio...

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