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    iHeartRadio

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    "The Future of Radio"

    Founded 2008 32 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013 CEO: Richard Bressler
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    About

    iHeartRadio started as a digital streaming platform launched by Clear Channel Communications in 2008, offering free ad-supported radio and music. By 2014, the brand had become so central that the parent company rebranded to iHeartMedia. Today, iHeartRadio is the flagship brand of iHeartMedia, the largest radio broadcaster in the United States, reaching over 90% of the U.S. population monthly through its broadcast and digital properties.

    The service provides a freemium experience: free live radio from over 1,000 stations, custom artist stations, and a massive podcast library. Paid tiers iHeartRadio Plus and All Access add unlimited skips, offline listening, and on-demand music. The brand also produces major live events like the iHeartRadio Music Festival (launched 2011) and the iHeartRadio Music Awards (launched 2014), and operates a nationwide network of broadcast stations.

    iHeartRadio competes with Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, and Amazon Music in streaming, and with Spotify and Apple Podcasts in podcasting. Its podcast network is the second-largest in the U.S. by audience. In 2024, iHeartMedia launched an AI-powered voice platform for synthetic DJs, and in 2025 partnered with OpenAI to generate personalized playlists and show summaries.

    Products & Sub-brands

    iHeartRadio streaming platformiHeartRadio Plus ($4.99/month)iHeartRadio All Access ($9.99/month)iHeartRadio Music FestivaliHeartRadio Music AwardsiHeartPodcast NetworkLive broadcast radio (1,000+ stations)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns iHeartRadio?
    iHeartRadio is owned by iHeartMedia, Inc., a publicly traded company on NASDAQ under ticker IHRT. The largest shareholder is Liberty Media, holding about 30% of the stock.
    Who is the CEO of iHeartRadio?
    The CEO of parent company iHeartMedia is Richard Bressler, who took over in 2024 after Bob Pittman stepped down. Day-to-day brand operations are led by President Tom Poleman.
    How much is iHeartRadio worth?
    iHeartRadio is not separately valued, but iHeartMedia has a market capitalization of about $1.2 billion as of 2025. The brand's digital revenue alone exceeds $1 billion annually.
    iHeartRadio vs Spotify: Which is better?
    iHeartRadio offers free live radio and a large podcast library, while Spotify provides on-demand music streaming with a more extensive catalog. iHeartRadio is better for traditional radio listeners; Spotify is better for music discovery and personalized playlists.
    Is iHeartRadio still in business?
    Yes, iHeartRadio is still in business. It remains the largest radio broadcaster in the U.S., with over 90% monthly reach. Its parent company iHeartMedia emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019 and is publicly traded.

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    Company Info

    Founded
    2008
    CEO
    Richard Bressler
    Headquarters
    32 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013
    Industry
    Media, Audio Entertainment
    Parent Company
    iHeartMedia, Inc.
    Revenue
    3.6 billion USD (2023, iHeartMedia)
    Revenue (2023, iHeartMedia)
    $3.6 billion
    Market Reach
    Over 90% of U.S. population monthly
    Number of Broadcast Stations
    Over 1,000
    Stock Ticker
    IHRT (NASDAQ)

    Official Website

    www.iheart.com/

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