"Half the calories, half the bullsh*t....no fat = no commercials...Diet!”

(first concept art for Diet Radio: by Busy Ritch)

Everyone can agree that there is an overload of commercials and ads in just about every outlet of entertainment, and when we find it ad-free its refreshing like an ice cold Diet Coke; all the goods, without the guilt...now apply that to radio!

Justin Ritchie, founder of custom t-shirt line Clean Clothing Group, spawned Diet Radio from just serving as music entertainment for online shoppers to a global web radio. The initial idea for an online radio was sparked by Makel Wells, while kicking back ideas with Justin. It was during this time that Justin came up with name “Diet”, while being on a Diet Coke 'tip'. His concept and reasoning behind the name was simple: “half the calories, half the bullsh*t....no fat = no commercials...Diet!” Concept out the way, Justin then got on the task of figuring out the technical aspects to get the first broadcast going.

Soon after the start of Diet Radio in March 2010, Justin began collaborating with good friend Mr. Betancourt (DR DJ). Mr. B offered his tastes in music and creative ideas to help transform Diet Radio. Along with the help of social networking site like Facebook, Diet Radio is what it is today.

 “It's something really cool that I would have never thought I'd be apart of.....Diet Radio is the first of it's kind, a trusted brand in the unconventional community.....I see it capable of being loyal to its roots but at the same time evolving with the times and the music industry as a whole.”says  Mr. B.  “Facebook was a big part of what it is now because it was and is the primary place for promotion as well as connecting with listeners.”

Diet Radio nows has listeners in 15+ countries including Brazil, Bahamas, USA, France and Canada...just to name a few. Listeners are also given the option to expand their music library’s with direct links to purchase featured music on iTunes. It serves as a place for those eager for new music and supporting upcoming independent bands. Best of all, Diet Radio is streaming commercial free music 24/7 !

Busy Ritch & Mr. Betancourt

(early artwork)

Post written by Simonsayz

Spirit of Sound Gathering

"A RITUALISTIC HUMAN GATHERING OF CREATIVE MINDS & POSITIVE ENERGIES"

The perfect description for an event of this caliber. A total of over 75 local performers (Dj’s Vj’s, Fire dancers and much more) right here in “good ol” Miami. This is definitely a ravers paradise, and being one myself, I think you too would say the same.  The great minds of Brian Perez and Human Entertainment Group have put together the perfect mix of music and art and successfully host this event on a monthly basis, featuring each sign of the Zodiac..but that’s enough talk..check the vid below and make sure you don’t miss this Summer’s Edition! (Cancer celebration) 

Indie Spotlight: COMPADRE

You know that crisp sound of an ice cold can of FRESH just popped open? Well we do…Diet Radio has just whipped open a can all the way from Sweden, provided by upcoming band, Compadre. When asked to descried their sound Compadre told Diet Radio "In what genre is hard to say, we just call it Middle Eastern Heavy Bass"…who wouldn't  want to listen to that?…. they had me at 'heavy bass'. This electronic trio is based in Stockholm, Sweden and Copenhagen, Denmark and often perform live sets around Europe and guarantee to put on a show... fully equipped with translucent burqas, specially designed visuals and a hell of a lot of attitude…basically an electronic middle eastern heavy bass wonderland… ahh YES please!

Just because Compadre is female fronted,  lead vocalists Nadi lacks no serving of raw attitude and group members Tim and Love amplify it with high doses of filthy electronic bass.

Want to check them out LIVE?

Compadre will be doing a lot of gigs this summer in Sweden and abroad at festivals such as West coast House Festival and Popadelica in Sweden and Fusion in Germany. To make sure you know their every move check them out on Facebook.com/compadremusic.

What's your Identity...

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Calling all Electro Music Fans!! You do NOT want to miss this!!
August 25th, 2011...  Miami..Bay Front Park..It will be one to remember ;)
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The Stage presents Astari Nite!

The Stage has no shortcomings when it comes to great performances put on by some of the best bands/artists for the "New Miami".  This past Memorial Weekend there were some that paraded the the streets of South Beach while the fans of the Indie/Brit Pop band Astari Nite prepared for a stellar performance!  And of course..Diet Radio was there to experience it first hand *oohhh yeaahhh*.. The quartet also released their EP "Requiem Mass" that night and we were blown away by their sound!  Another two thumbs UP from the team here at Diet Radio..and we most certainly look forward to having them featured in our lineup.

This guy got mad love that night! We dig his hairstyle!


Diet Radio: Astari Nite @ Stage Miami from EX Productions on Vimeo.