iGlobal Radio

What iGlobal Radio does

iGlobal Radio, operated by iGlobal Media USA, LLC under the iGlobal Holding Group, LLC umbrella, is a vertically integrated digital radio broadcasting and music media platform. The company distributes live radio programming through a proprietary mobile app on iOS and Android, plus connected-TV platforms (Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, YouTube TV, Tubi, Apple Vision Pro) and Alexa devices, operating a network of 250+ franchised radio stations worldwide and 100+ college-affiliated stations with a claimed 50M+ global audience. Core technology centers on digital audio streaming, multi-platform distribution, and franchise/affiliate station infrastructure that lets entrepreneurs launch branded radio stations under the iGlobal network. Beyond broadcasting, the company runs a Talent Showcase touring competition across 24+ U.S. cities, annual music festivals in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, the iGlobal Music Awards, the Broadcast Academy training program, and wholly-owned subsidiaries spanning music distribution (iGlobal Music One), talent management (iTeam Artist Agency), streaming TV (iGlobal Worldwide TV), and travel/transport services.

The business model is multi-stream. Advertising revenue is generated through a five-tier subscription package ($1,500 Starter to $35,000+/month Elite Presenting Sponsor) sold by field and inside sales teams to local businesses through national brands. Franchise revenue comes from full-station startup fees of $25,000 plus $2,500/month (with first-year waiver under the Marketing Partner Program) and a lower-cost affiliate tier at $1,250 plus $175/month. One-time and event-based revenue includes Talent Showcase performance packages ($500-$10,200), music promotion plans for artists ($1,000-$2,500), music festival ticketing and vendor fees ($500), and Broadcast Academy tuition ($350). Affiliate referral revenue is generated through iGlobal Travel Services and partner travel brands.

Customer segments span four primary groups: independent artists (Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop, Gospel, Country, Latin, Afrobeats, Reggae, Rock, Jazz, Spoken Word) seeking national exposure; radio station entrepreneurs seeking low-friction station ownership; SMB-to-enterprise advertisers seeking radio audience reach; and colleges/universities expanding campus broadcast reach. The company holds performance rights organization memberships (BMI, ASCAP, SoundExchange, SESAC) and partnerships with Universal Music Group, Sony Music Group, SiriusXM, Tubi, Hilton, and Digital Radio Tracker. Headquartered at 2121 Avenue of the Stars in Los Angeles with additional offices in Hollywood and Las Vegas, the company is privately held and was founded no later than 2024 based on its public-facing investment round and expansion timeline.

Name

iGlobal Radio

Legal name

iGlobal Media USA, LLC

Website

https://iglobalradio.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

iGlobal Radio is a vertically integrated digital radio broadcasting platform operating 250+ franchised stations and 100+ college-affiliated stations across the U.S. It serves independent artists, radio station entrepreneurs, and SMB-to-enterprise advertisers through streaming, advertising packages, franchise fees, music promotion, and live events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Radio Broadcasting

NAICS

Radio Broadcasting Stations (516110), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210)

SIC

Radio Broadcasting Stations (4832)

akta.pro primary industry

Internet Radio & Streaming Broadcast Stations (Simulcast/Online-only) (MPAIAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Radio Network Distribution & Programming Services (Syndicators, Format Providers) (MPAIAEAH), Non-Interactive Digital Radio (Lean-Back Streaming) (MPAIACAB)

Keywords

• Digital radio broadcasting
• Radio advertising sales
• Music promotion services
• Radio station franchise
• Artist talent showcase

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Radio Advertising Sales: Monthly advertising packages sold to businesses ranging from local promotions ($1,500/month for 15 radio spots) to national campaigns ($15,000/month for 160 spots). Elite tier sponsorships exceed $35,000/month with custom structures including title integration, event activation, and homepage takeovers.
2. Radio Station Franchise Fees: One-time startup fee of $25,000 for launching a branded digital radio station under the iGlobal Radio network, plus monthly service fees of $2,500. Alternative affiliate station registration at $1,250 franchise fee plus $175/month.
3. Talent Showcase Registration: Performance packages for artists to participate in the 24-city Nationwide Talent Showcase, ranging from $500 (1-day single-city) to $10,200 (full 24-day nationwide tour), with additional tour bus transportation at $50/day and discounted travel through iGlobal Travel Services.
4. Music Promotion Services: Artist radio station and airplay packages: Bronze ($1,000 for 7-day station), Silver ($1,500 for 15-day station with Zoom interviews), Gold ($2,000 for 20-day station), and Platinum ($2,500 for 30-day station with in-studio interviews).
5. Broadcast Academy Tuition: 3-week intensive certification program for aspiring broadcasters with $350 admission fee and payment options including 2-part installment plans, corporate sponsor, and scholarship pathways.
6. Music Festival Revenue: Ticket sales for the annual iGlobal Radio Music Festival (Los Angeles - BET Weekend, June 27, 2026 and Las Vegas - September 19, 2026), vendor booth fees ($500 non-refundable submission), and performance slot fees.
7. Travel and Transportation Services: iGlobal Travel Services offers discounted hotel, airfare, and rental car rates (up to 70% off) for showcase participants and festival attendees. iGlobal Private Charter Jet Service provides luxury aviation for events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

iGlobal Radio operates a global digital radio broadcasting platform with over 250 franchised radio stations streaming live audio content across web, mobile apps, smart TVs, and connected devices. The company sells monthly radio advertising packages, music promotion plans for independent artists, radio station franchise opportunities, talent showcase events, broadcast academy training, and music festival ticketing through a vertically integrated media ecosystem.

Product overview

iGlobal Radio is a vertically integrated digital radio broadcasting ecosystem operated by iGlobal Holding Group LLC and iGlobal Media USA, LLC. The core offering is the iGlobal Radio Platform and Mobile App providing live radio streaming, artist radio stations, music programming, and podcasts across web, mobile, and connected TV platforms (Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, YouTube TV, Tubi). The ecosystem includes music promotion services (Bronze to Platinum plans at $1,000-$2,500), radio advertising packages ($1,500-$35,000/month), and radio station franchise opportunities ($25,000 startup). Subsidiary brands include iGlobal Music One (recording/distribution), iTeam Artist Agency (talent management), iGlobal Worldwide TV (streaming TV), iGlobal Radio Broadcast Academy (training), iGlobal Music Awards (annual event), and various transportation/travel services. The company operates 250+ franchised stations worldwide with 50M+ global audience reach.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• iGlobal Radio Network: Global digital radio broadcasting platform with over 250 franchised stations worldwide
• iGlobal Investment Group
• iGlobal Worldwide TV
• iGlobal Music One
• iGlobal Music Awards (IGM Awards)
• iGlobal Talent Showcase
• iGlobal Radio Broadcast Academy
• iGlobal Franchise Radio Network
• iTeam Artist Agency
• iGlobal Travel Services
• Power Radio Stations
• Hot Radio Stations
• iGlobal Tick

Products and services

• iGlobal Radio Platform and Mobile App Global digital radio broadcasting platform providing live radio streaming, artist radio stations, music programming, and podcasts across web, mobile apps, smart TVs, and connected devices. Free for listeners on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV, YouTube TV, Alexa, and automobiles.
• Radio Station Franchise Program Franchise program allowing entrepreneurs to launch branded digital radio stations under the iGlobal Radio network. $25,000 one-time startup fee covering initial station launch, setup, branding, and onboarding; $2,500/month for ongoing platform access, support, and station service. Includes streaming technology, app presence, multi-platform distribution, 24/7 technical support, marketing assistance, website development, and graphic design services.
• Affiliate Radio Station Registration Program for existing radio stations to join the iGlobal Radio network as affiliates. $1,250 franchise fee plus $175/month for network syndication, digital platform access, mobile app presence, and listener distribution support.
• Radio Advertising Packages Monthly radio advertising campaigns sold to businesses across the iGlobal Radio station network. Tiers range from $1,500/month Starter Business Boost (15 radio spots, website banner, social mentions) to $35,000+/month Elite Presenting Sponsor (300+ spots, full national syndication, title sponsorship, event activation, dedicated account manager). Intermediate tiers include Growth Amplifier ($3,500), Prime Time Power ($7,500), and National Dominator ($15,000).
• Music Promotion Plans Tiered artist music promotion services providing radio airplay, artist radio station creation, placement on multiple radio stations, live interviews, and weekly airplay reports. Bronze Plan $1,000 (7-day station, 3 station placements), Silver Plan $1,500 (15-day, 5 stations, Zoom interviews), Gold Plan $2,000 (20-day, 7 stations), Platinum Plan $2,500 (30-day, 10 stations, in-studio interviews, talkback).
• iGlobal Radio Nationwide Talent Showcase 24-city live touring music competition for independent artists offering performance opportunities and a $50,000 recording contract. Performance packages range from $500 (1-day single-city) to $10,200 (24-day nationwide tour) with 15% volume discounts on multi-day packages and $50/day tour bus transportation.
• iGlobal Radio Broadcast Academy 3-week intensive certification program for aspiring broadcasters covering Radio Hosting, Podcasting, DJ/Music Programming, Sports Broadcasting, News/Talk Radio, Production & Engineering, and Media Sales & Marketing. $350 admission fee with paid-in-full, 2-part installment plan, corporate sponsor, or scholarship payment options.
• iGlobal Radio Music Festival LA 2026 Annual music festival held in Los Angeles during BET Weekend (June 27, 2026) featuring live performances from independent artists across multiple genres. Vendor booth registrations available at $500 non-refundable submission fee.
• iGlobal Radio Music Festival Las Vegas 2026 Annual music festival held in Las Vegas on September 19, 2026 featuring two days of live performances, food, and festival vibes for independent artists. Vendor booth registrations available at $500 non-refundable submission fee.
• iGlobal Music Awards (IGM Awards) Annual music awards event recognizing independent artists with participation opportunities for performers, nominees, vendors, and sponsors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50M+ global audience reach
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

AI capability1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered featured, core and minor.

• iTeam Artist AgencyfeaturedGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Featured as a media sponsor and industry partner for the iGlobal Radio Nationwide Talent Showcase, supporting artist promotion, live entertainment, media coverage, and professional networking opportunities.
• Universal Music Group (UMG)featuredStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Major music corporation partnering with iGlobal Radio Talent Showcase, potentially providing recording contract opportunities and industry connections for emerging artists.
• Tubi TVfeaturedGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Streaming platform media sponsor supporting the iGlobal Radio Nationwide Talent Showcase with promotional and media coverage opportunities.
• Sony Music GroupfeaturedStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Major music corporation supporting the iGlobal Radio Talent Showcase as an industry partner, providing artist development and promotional opportunities.
• SiriusXMfeaturedGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Satellite radio partner supporting the iGlobal Radio Nationwide Talent Showcase with promotional and media coverage opportunities for independent artists.
• Hot 97.5 Houston RadiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026iGlobal Radio affiliate station serving as a media sponsor for the Talent Showcase, promoting participating artists and providing radio airplay.
• Power 97.5 ATL RadiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026iGlobal Radio affiliate station in Atlanta serving as a media sponsor for the Talent Showcase with promotional support.
• Power 97.5 LA RadiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026iGlobal Radio flagship affiliate station in Los Angeles serving as a media sponsor for the Talent Showcase.
• iGlobal Travel ServicefeaturedGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Official travel partner offering up to 70% off hotels, airfare, and rental cars for showcase participants and festival attendees.
• Hilton HotelsfeaturedGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Hotel partner providing accommodations for the 24-city nationwide tour artists and Talent Showcase participants.
• Guitar CenterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Music equipment retailer supporting the iGlobal Radio Talent Showcase as an industry partner for artist development.
• Sixt Rent-A-CarminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Car rental partner providing ground transportation solutions for artists participating in the nationwide tour.
• Digital Radio TrackercoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Broadcast monitoring and analytics service ensuring proper royalty tracking and compliance for radio airplay across iGlobal Radio stations.
• BMIcoreOthers · 1 January 2025Broadcast Music, Inc. - Performance rights organization licensing music broadcasts and ensuring proper royalty payments for songwriters and publishers.
• SoundExchangecoreOthers · 1 January 2025Digital Performance Rights Organization representing statutory royalty rights for sound recordings and webcasting royalties.
• ASCAPcoreOthers · 1 January 2025American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers - Performance rights organization ensuring proper licensing and royalty collection for music creators.
• SESACcoreOthers · 1 January 2025Society of European Stage Authors & Composers - Performance rights organization providing music licensing services to songwriters, publishers, and PROs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Stingray Group: Stingray operates music streaming, digital signage, and in-store media for retailers, including curated radio channels distributed through telecom operators. It competes with iGlobal in the digital audio distribution and multi-platform streaming space.
• LiveOne: LiveOne operates a music streaming platform combined with live events and pay-per-view concerts. Its hybrid streaming-plus-events model parallels iGlobal's franchise radio plus music festival business.

Broad incumbents

• iHeartMedia: iHeartMedia is the largest US radio broadcaster with 860+ stations, the iHeartRadio streaming app, and a multi-platform advertising business. It is the dominant incumbent against which iGlobal's digital network and advertising packages compete for advertiser dollars.
• Audacy: Audacy operates 220+ radio stations and the Audacy streaming platform, competing directly for digital radio listenership and advertiser budgets. Its portfolio includes sports, news, and music formats that overlap with iGlobal's content mix.
• Cumulus Media: Cumulus Media is the second-largest US radio broadcaster with 400+ stations across multiple formats. It sells national and local advertising packages analogous to iGlobal's Starter-to-Elite ad tiers and competes for the same advertiser wallet.
• Townsquare Media: Townsquare Media operates 320+ radio stations plus digital properties, with a similar local-plus-national advertising package structure. It is a meaningful peer for iGlobal's regional and event-driven radio business.
• SiriusXM: SiriusXM is the leading satellite and streaming audio subscription service in North America with 30M+ subscribers. iGlobal is explicitly partnered with SiriusXM for the talent showcase, and SiriusXM represents the kind of scale competitor iGlobal's ad-supported digital model must position against.

Direct peers

• Dash Radio: Dash Radio is a digital-only radio platform offering 75+ original stations curated by DJs and artists. It directly competes with iGlobal's franchised digital station model and targets the same hip-hop/R&B/indie music audience.
• AccuRadio: AccuRadio is a free internet radio service with 1,000+ genre-based channels, providing a lean-back streaming experience analogous to iGlobal's digital station catalog.
• TuneIn: TuneIn aggregates 100,000+ live radio stations and podcasts globally, streaming across mobile and connected devices. iGlobal explicitly lists TuneIn as a distribution channel and competes for the same global radio listener seeking streamed stations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@iGlobalWorldwideTV

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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