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SIRIUS Satellite Radio to Premiere Weekly Show Devoted to The Beatles

Chris Johnson

'Breakfast with The Beatles,' hosted by renowned Beatles expert and longtime host Chris Carter, to air every Sunday on SIRIUS' Little Steven's Underground Garage Channel NEW YORK, Sept 08, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- SIRIUS XM Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) today announced that it will launch 'Breakfast with The Beatles,' a new weekly three-hour show dedicated to the music and legend of The Beatles. The show will air weekly exclusively on Little Steven's Underground Garage SIRIUS channel 25 beginning on Sunday, September 14 at 9:00 am ET. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991118/NYTH125 ) 'Breakfast with The Beatles' will be hosted by renowned Beatles expert and longtime host Chris Carter. The show will feature classic Beatles hits, album tracks, B-sides, live recordings and solo material recorded after the band's split in 1970 as well as rarely heard gems. 'Breakfast with The Beatles' will also include insights from The Beatles themselves, special themed related shows, weekly features, including Beatles covers, and music influenced by the band. The weekly show will air on Sundays from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ET. "It's an honor to have Chris on our channel. We already play more Beatles music than any other radio channel so it fits in...

Karmazin to Present at the 2008 Merrill Lynch Media Fall Preview Conference

Chris Johnson — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 02:07:55 GMT

NEW YORK, Sept 02, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- SIRIUS XM Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) today announced that Mel Karmazin, its Chief Executive Officer, is expected to present at the 2008 Merrill Lynch Media Fall Preview Conference in Marina del Rey, CA on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at approximately 8:00 am PT. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO ) A live audio webcast of the presentation will be available via the Investor Relations section of the Company's website, http://www.sirius.com/ , at approximately 8:00 am PT. About SIRIUS XM Radio SIRIUS XM Radio is America's satellite radio company delivering the "The Best Radio on Radio" to more than 18 million subscribers, including 100% commercial free music, and premier sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic and weather. SIRIUS XM Radio has exclusive content relationships with an array of personalities and artists, including Howard Stern, Oprah, Martha Stewart, Jimmy Buffett, Elvis, Jamie Foxx, Barbara Walters, Frank Sinatra, Opie & Anthony, The Grateful Dead, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Tom Petty, and Bob Edwards. SIRIUS XM Radio is the leader in sports programming as the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL, Major League Baseball, NASCAR, NHL, and PGA Tour, and broadcasts major college sports. SIRIUS...

SIRIUS and XM Satellite Radio Help People Across the Country Prepare for Hurricane Gustav

Chris Johnson — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 02:06:45 GMT

24/7 emergency channels on both SIRIUS and XM chart course and effects of storm, provide comprehensive evacuation, safety, weather and life-saving tips Additional coverage on news, talk and Spanish-language channels Political talk channels report on impact Gustav will have on Republican National Convention NEW YORK - August 30, 2008 - SIRIUS XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) announced today that both SIRIUS and XM Satellite Radio are broadcasting 24/7 comprehensive emergency news, weather, safety, evacuation, disaster recovery and traffic reports across multiple channels to help people across the country prepare for Hurricane Gustav, including channels dedicated to providing emergency evacuation information. SIRIUS' and XM's emergency channels offer news, weather updates and safety tips for residents in affected areas and their loved ones, including updates from government officials and first responders such as the Red Cross, FEMA and other local officials and agencies; evacuation routes and plans including special instructions and information for senior citizens; local emergency aid phone numbers; in-depth analysis and details on the location and strength of the storm, with an explanation of the winds and pressure of the storm and its projected path and landfall expectations; comprehensive shelter information and location; safety tips on how to prepare for the...

Jamie Foxx Goes Live on SIRIUS from the Democratic National Convention

Chris Johnson — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 23:01:51 GMT

Foxx takes his SIRIUS radio channel to the DNC as Obama accepts nomination Foxx to interview key players from the worlds of politics, entertainment, and beyond NEW YORK, Aug 28, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- SIRIUS XM Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) announced today that Academy Award(R)-winning actor, American Music Award-winning and Grammy(R)-nominated artist and comedian Jamie Foxx is taking his SIRIUS Foxxhole Radio channel to the Democratic National Convention to broadcast live from Invesco Field, the site where Barack Obama will accept the Democratic party's nomination for president. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991118/NYTH125 ) This special live DNC edition of Foxx's weekly Foxxhole radio show will air live August 28 leading into Obama's acceptance speech and immediately following it, exclusively on The Foxxhole, SIRIUS channel 106. Foxx will also deliver reports from every angle of this historic convention, talking to key players from the world of politics, entertainment and beyond. Foxx will share with his SIRIUS audience the energy, color and excitement of this historic event. The Foxxhole is Jamie Foxx's exclusive 24/7 comedy and entertainment SIRIUS radio channel. Foxx serves as executive producer of the channel and hosts a live, weekly show. For more information please visit http://www.sirius.com/ . About SIRIUS...

Blaupunkt Stays on the Bus

Chris Johnson — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:16:10 GMT

Blaupunkt's new Professional Line 2 provides motor coach operators with the ultimate in passenger entertainment, tour operator communications, driver convenience, and safety. Blaupunkt Professional Line 2 System BROADVIEW, IL (3/15/07) – Blaupunkt, which recently marked the 50th anniversary of its professional products line for coaches and commercial applications, has introduced a new line of integrated audio, video, and navigation systems for motor coaches with 24-volt electrical systems. The Blaupunkt Professional Line 2 consists of audio and video source components, telematics-compatible navigation system, and new LCD video displays. "These products mark an important step forward for Blaupunkt Professional systems in the US market," said Andy Oswick, OE Sales Manager, Blaupunkt USA. "They will give our coach customers new options for customer entertainment, information delivery, navigation, and telematics. By integrating all of these systems, coach operators will be able to support their passengers' needs while maintaining safe and efficient operation on the road. By equipping their coaches with systems that are highly capable and easy to use, owners and operators will improve their control and vehicle management functions while enhancing driver morale and efficiency." The heart of the new system is the Blaupunkt CCU 02 MP3 professional control unit, which integrates the...