The following are Frequently Asked Questions about KJAZZ Radio UK.
Q. What is the primary intended broadcast area? |
| A. Broadcasting from our studio in Southwater West Sussex UK we reach a local and global audience primarily in the UK & USA but are primary target market remains the UK with development to include the EU. This has started with artists like Jan Walravens working with KJAZZ Radio UK. |
Q. Why KJAZZ Radio this isn’t America? |
| A. Its about the format. British Radio is great and different from the USA in offering different type shows on one station. However the internet lends itself to single format radio. Where people know what they will get when they listen.The owner of KJAZZ Radio UK got started in radio in the US near Palm Springs California and enjoyed the Palm Springs FM sound of the Eighties. This was the inspiration behind KJAZZ Radio UK. |
Q. What’s the ‘More’ mean in the stations tag line ‘Smooth Jazz & More’? |
| A. We primarily play a ‘Smooth Jazz‘ format. However as the music you hear is hand picked, if there are songs that fit the mix such as R&B and the occasional ambient or chill tune, they will be added to the mix. |
Q Is KJAZZ Radio UK associated with any US Radio Station/s? |
| A. Short answer is NO!. While we work with US musicians KJAZZ Radio UK operates under its full name KJAZZ Radio UK and is not associated with any US radio station using any similar name. |
Q What are the KJAZZ Radio UK demographics? |
| A. Unlike classical jazz, people enjoy having a glass of wine, dancing and chilling out to Smooth Jazz. Its the perfect way to unwind or step up to the groove.Our listener age group is between 25 and 60+. We even have Heavy Metal fans tuning in …not that they can probably hear much after a concert;-) |
Q What sort of Technology is behind KJAZZ Radio UK? |
| A. KJAZZ Radio UK has a primary and backup server at the broadcast studio in the UK. In the studio we use Behringer AKG Shure, Numark & Blue broadcast equipment and a host of professional broadcast and recording software. The broadcast and website is distributed globally by two Data Centre sites in the US. Connections are provided by multiple Gigabit & Fiberoptic Connections of Diverse Backbones which incorporate Cisco Routers using BGP4 Protocol.Secure Backups are made by NetApp Snapshot Data Backups and the Data Centres have UPS Power Backup and Diesel Backup Generators. |
Q Can I copy, share or distribute or re-broadcast KJAZZ Radio UK?
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| A. Not without permission or arrangement with KJAZZ Radio UK. All music we play is licensed by contract between KJAZZ Radio UK and the musician. This license does not permit further distribution unless it is agreed and associated with KJAZZ Radio UK in advance.Legal - You must not adapt, edit, change, transform, publish, republish, distribute, redistribute, broadcast, rebroadcast or show or play in public this websites content or the material and music on this website (in any form or media) without our prior written permission. This also includes using the KJAZZ Radio UK Music to stream music within any business. If you wish to do this then contact KJAZZ Radio UK. |
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Q Who is behind KJAZZ Radio UK and how does it promote Musicians? |
| A. With over 25 combined years of broadcasting, entertainment and IT experience, owner Paul Rumsey has created KJAZZ Radio UK. KJAZZ Radio UK was intended as a community station primarily for the Southern Counties of the UK but with a radio format that has a global reach. In a very short period of time KJAZZ Radio UK has got significant international recognition and hit rates increase daily. This provides a unique opportunity for unsigned bands and musicians with original material who would like exposure to the UK market and beyond, a great way to increase fan base and potentially sell their work. Currently this service is free. |
Q I am interested in getting my songs on KJAZZ UK what do I get for Free? |
| A. Free- Publicity and promotion of your song/s when it is played as part of our broadcasts via the internet. Free- Your band details (photo, bio & video) will be added to our website if supplied and KJAZZ Radio UK will link to your website. We can also attempt to use information that is already available on line. Free – As KJAZZ Radio UK approves the process for all new music, artists and band submissions before they are accepted, this ensures a high quality music standard is maintained and ensures listeners. Therefore exposure is again increased for the artist/band when compared to sites where bands and music are on a huge database and each compete for visibility. Free - Gig publicity provided but this must be supplied to KJAZZ Radio UK by the artist/band. Free – Exposure through KJAZZ Radio UK (at our discretion) social media campaigns, Twitter etc. Free – Songs and pictures may be selected to be included in KJAZZ publicity material again increasing your exposure. Free – Link to your online music sale area. |
Q. Does submitting material mean it will get used? |
| A. Unfortunately not. Your song will be reviewed and if it is decided it would be interesting to our listener base it will be added. If not your song will be destroyed by simply deleting the mp3 file/s or if an unsolicited CD has been sent the CD will be crushed and destroyed preventing further distribution. |
Q. What does KJAZZ Radio UK do with my work? |
| A. The song/s will be played along with work from other artists and will formpart of a music based program. The song title and artist’s name will be announced.Songs may be used in the publicity of KJAZZ Radio UK and may be played at live public performance. You will be credited when it is used or inserted in promotional material. KJAZZ Radio UK currently does not have a provision to sell your music directly but this is a plan in consideration for the future. If this happens you will have an opt in or out option if you have an existing contract. KJAZZ Radio UK does not own copyright to your material. You retain this. KJAZZ Radio UK only contracts with you to use your song/s on its shows, promotions and live performance e.g. Radio Road Show. You are free to sell your work and promote it as you wish. |
Q. How does KJAZZ Radio UK protect my work? |
| A. We take every effort we can to protect your material. However there is always a risk of illegal copying on any station on the internet. Talking over songs mixing songs etc are some of the ways we protect your material from illegal downloads.Future development may include a music only stream with an artist credit in the display of the player. If this occurs then right click download will be disabled. |
Q. What formats for songs do you accept? |
| A. We prefer mp3′s recorded at 128k/bits. However we do accept CD’s which can be mailed to us. Note CD’s will not be returned and unsolicited submissions of CD’s does not guarantee the material will be broadcast. If you submit a CD and it is reviewed and not used it will be destroyed. To submit a CD contact us at: kjazzstudioATgmail.com replace AT with @ |
Q. OK I am interested how do I find out more? |
| A. Contact the KJAZZ Studio at: kjazzstudioATgmail.com replace AT by @ We will happily send you some details. Please let us know when you contact us where we can preview the songs you would like us to use. You can also reach us through our new Contact page simply fill out your details with the subject header ‘Musician Seeks Airplay’. |
Q. Can I submit a song I have covered by another musician or band. For example I have a smooth Jazz version of a song Paul McCartney wrote will you play it? Other stations play my covers of other musicians song so why not KJAZZ Radio UK?
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| A. The answer is no unless you have the agreement of the original copyright owner and sign a contract with KJAZZ Radio UK stating that. Other stations have different royalty licenses and therefore may be in a position to play your version of another musicians song.Since its launch KJAZZ Radio UK has discovered that promoting original new material is exciting for the listener and is a great way for musicians to get exposure. There are enough stations playing the same old standards and household name musicians. Were doing something fresh, different and chilled to sooth a stressed world. We may in the future mix in name artists but this will be an exception rather than the rule. At this time as we will change our royalty agreement we would then accept cover songs.
Easy question to ask if in doubt is…Did I write and compose it without sampling known songs? If the answer is Yes – then KJAZZ Radio UK may play it if selected. |
