WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize October 25 as Public Radio Music Day and highlight the positive impact of public radio music stations for artists, musicians, and communities across all states and territories. U.S. Representatives Mary Gay Scanlon (D-Pa.), Mark Amodei (R-Nev.), Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.), and Jake Ellzey (R-Texas) introduced a companion resolution in the House of Representatives.
“Public radio fills rooms, offices, and spaces throughout the United States with entertainment, education, and lifesaving information. Delaware is home to creative communities and emerging artists that rely on radio stations like WDDE in Dover to showcase their talents to radio listeners across the world,” said Senator Coons. “I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan resolution to recognize October 25 as Public Radio Music Day and celebrate the impact of public music stations on artists and fans.”
“Public radio stations provide an important platform for local artists in Texas and across the country,” said Senator Cornyn. “Public Radio Music Day celebrates the indispensable role these stations play in promoting talent from the Lone Star State and honoring Texas’ rich music history.”
“Before the internet, television, and all other modern and ubiquitous technologies, there was the radio. For generations, Americans have tuned into their favorite stations to hear the news of the day, listen to music, and much more. Public Radio Music Day pays homage to the invaluable benefits and enjoyment that radio listening has brought to Hoosiers and Americans in the past, present, and future,” said Senator Braun.
More than 25 million Americans listen to noncommercial music stations each week and connect with new music, genres, and artists in their local communities. Public Radio Music Day celebrates the contributions that public radio music stations make to the arts and culture of local communities, including artist discovery and music education. A fourth annual series of events celebrating Public Radio Music Day, held by the noncomMUSIC Alliance, will focus on the theme of “Building Community Through Music.” Participating stations will host local live events and performances, special programming, exclusive artist interviews, and curated playlists. More information about Public Radio Music Day is available here.
The text of the resolution is available here.