Sonos Radio Marks First Year, Adds Stations to Free, Pay Music Services

Lapping its first year, Sonos added exclusive content to its advertising-supported and premium music streaming services, it said Tuesday. Sonos bills free Sonos Radio and the $7.99 monthly Sonos Radio HD as part of a platform for “artists, DJs, and curators to connect with listeners” in a way that feels "personal," said Joe Dawson, director-content & brand platforms. Ghostface Killah’s Blue & Cream station became available Tuesday on the premium tier, and M.I.A.’s OHMNI FM station goes live May 5, Sonos said. New genre stations launched Tuesday for Sonos Radio HD are Scarlet Magnolia, Infinite Darkness, Glide Path, New Wave and Drum'n'Bass. More are due through June. Among stations coming to ad-supported Sonos Radio May 5 are Music for Moms and stations featuring Canadian music and songs of the season, starting with Cinco de Mayo. A live event from Van Gelder Studio will feature an audio stream of live performances by jazz musicians including Joey DeFrancesco. Sonos Radio is available through the Sonos app. Select Sonos Radio shows are available at www.mixcloud.com/sonos.