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Celebrate the Season With Rdio's New Holiday Music Mix

If you can’t bear another year of listening to the same old Christmas carols, Rdio’s New Holiday Music - 2012 Edition playlist has four dozen hand-picked audio treats to help you get into the spirit without putting “Jingle Bells” in your head in an incessant loop.

The holidays bring out the tender side of some, as on Elvis Presley's romantic “Blue Christmas.” It also can ignite hot passion, like Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s "Winter Palace,” or push a person to the heights of their abilities — just listen to Kelly Clarkson’s diva-tastic “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.”

A newly remastered version of Vince Guaraldi Trio’s “Great Pumpkin Waltz” and a duet of “This Christmas” by Grease co-stars Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta tug at nostalgic heartstrings, while contemporary acts like Colbie Caillat, Lady Antebellum, and Cee-Lo keep the party grounded in the present tense.

The season sounds bold and bright on the New Holiday Music - 2012 Edition playlist.

∞ 11/29/2012 — 2:00PM

New Features News

New Rdio Apps for iOS and Android Are Here

Take everything you love about Rdio with you wherever you go on your iOS or Android device. Say hello to the new Rdio for iOS and Rdio for Android apps — they're faster, sleeker, and easier to use.

NEW FEATURES

A new look and feel — The latest update includes design elements similar to our desktop and web experience: clean and minimal.
New side-bar navigation — A new navigation panel pops open on the left side of the app to bring you to Your Music, Settings, Playlists, and other features.
Remote control — The app will notify you if “Rdio is playing elsewhere.” Pause, skip, or play a station from wherever you are, or click “Play Here Instead” and your mobile device will pick up right where your laptop left off.
Infinite scroll — You’ll never run out of new music to explore. Rdio loads more content as you scroll through Heavy Rotation, Top Charts, and New Releases.

We don’t want to spoil all the new surprises so head to the iTunes App Store or Google Play, and try out the apps for yourself.

∞ 11/27/2012 — 2:00PM

News

New Names Join the Rdio Artist Program

It’s been just a little over a month since the Rdio Artist Program launched and the response has been tremendous. Today, we’re pleased to welcome new names such as Questlove, Far East Movement, Thievery Corporation, What So Not, and Muscles.

Artists have been sharing new releases and old favourites — from Jake Shears of Scissor Sisters tweeting out Boys Noize’s new album, to Snoop Dogg’s (aka Snoop Lion) ‘70s soul-inspired Friday Grooves playlist — and users are excited to listen along with their favourite artists on Rdio.

As previously announced, artists can share their music and the music they love with their followers, and the program rewards them for fan engagement. The Rdio Artist Program is active in all countries Rdio is available, so visit the Artist Program page to learn more.

∞ 11/14/2012 — 11:00AM

New Features

Artist Radio Stations Powered by The Echo Nest

Beginning this week, artist radio stations will now be powered by The Echo Nest. This means that listeners can find even more tunes tailored to their tastes thanks to The Echo Nest’s music intelligence platform. Simply head to an artist’s page on Rdio and click Play Station at the top to have a listen.

This is just the first of many features coming from The Echo Nest and Rdio. Stay tuned for more developments rolling out soon.

∞ 11/07/2012 — 2:00PM

New Features News

New Rdio Beta Mobile App for Android

We're inviting our tech savvy users to be the first to try the beta version of our new Android app and help us shape the next generation of Rdio for Android.

As a beta tester, you’ll notice an updated look and feel, including a redesigned player, new side-bar navigation, and a new remote control feature. During the beta period, we will be continuously refining and improving the app, so expect frequent updates as your feedback comes in. It’s important to note that if you choose to beta test, the beta app download will replace your existing Rdio app, and quickly migrate your synced music.

Rdio Android users can participate in the beta and share their thoughts directly with us. To become a beta tester, simply join the Android Google Group. From there, you can download and install the app on your Android device and leave feedback.

We’ll let you know when Rdio for Android will be available for everyone on Google Play.

∞ 10/16/2012 — 4:00PM

New Features News

Announcing the Rdio Artist Program

We’re committed to supporting the artist community and the music industry as a whole. That’s why today we’re launching the Rdio Artist Program — the first program of its kind, offering an innovative new model for artists to directly earn money from streaming music.

Scissor Sisters, Snoop Lion (aka Snoop Dogg), Chromeo, A-Trak and Brendan Benson — already fans of Rdio — are among the first artists to join the program. Now through the Rdio Artist Program, any artist can share their music and the music they love with their followers and be rewarded for fan engagement.

The Rdio Artist Program is active in all countries where Rdio is available, and any artist with an existing artist page is eligible to join. To learn more, visit the Artist Program page.

∞ 10/01/2012 — 9:00PM

Label Spotlights

MGM Distribution brings Aussie Artists like John Butler Trio, Art vs. Science, and The Waifs to Rdio

There’s no denying that Australia has a rich and diverse music scene. Now, Rdio users have better access to it than ever. As one of Australia's largest independent distributors, MGM Distribution's catalog includes a number of important (and awesome!) Aussie bands.

That means you can now listen to John Butler Trio, The Waifs, and Gurrumul on Rdio. Feel like dancing? Art vs. Science and Sneaky Sound System are here as well. Start by playing John Butler Trio’s April Uprising below:

∞ 09/20/2012 — 6:00PM

Influencer Spotlights

Lifestyle Music: Follow Ask Men AU on Rdio

Which tie should I wear with this suit? What should I cook to impress her on our first date? What’s the fastest way to get cheese-grater abs? The answer: Ask Men Australia. The men’s website addresses these questions and thousands of others every month, all in the name of their ongoing mission to help guys become better men.

Of course, better music helps, too. That’s why Ask Men Australia is now on Rdio, creating playlists to soundtrack the moments you weren’t sure how to. Whether you’re throwing a Sophisticated Jazz Dinner Party, a House Party, or ahem, Getting Down, look no further for the perfect accompanying playlist, and follow Ask Men AU on Rdio for more in the future.

∞ 09/13/2012 — 6:00PM

Exclusives Music

Stars presents The North and The Greatest Pop Songs playlist

Canadian orchestral pop troupe Stars have been one of the most consistent indie groups of the last decade, releasing beautiful variations on their lush, melancholic sound. But they’re pop songsmiths at heart — their albums have been slowly focusing more and more on songcraft as they progress, and their latest album, The North, is no exception.

Stars teamed up with Rdio to create The Greatest Pop Songs curated by Stars, a playlist of great pop songs that never made it to the top forty. You may not have heard them before, but you won’t forget them now. Listen below:

∞ 09/05/2012 — 6:00PM

New Features

Now Accepting: PayPal on Rdio

Get all the music you want from Rdio without whipping out the plastic. Starting today Rdio accepts PayPal.

If you’ve been waiting for PayPal to subscribe, head to the Payment tab in your Settings and select it as your payment option. Connect your PayPal account to your Rdio profile online and enjoy Rdio Web or Rdio Unlimited without having to reach for your wallet again. Now you’ll never miss a beat.

∞ 09/05/2012 — 4:00PM