DI.FM
DI.FM is a multi-channel internet radio service dedicated exclusively to electronic music, providing continuous streams of subgenres including trance, techno, house, and drum and bass.[1]
Founded in 1999 by Ari Shohat as a single trance channel from his Binghamton University dorm room, DI.FM emerged as one of the early pioneers in online radio broadcasting, initially operating on donated bandwidth before expanding to multiple channels by 2004.[1] The platform has since developed dozens of specialized channels featuring hand-programmed content, live DJ mixes, and exclusive shows from renowned artists, attracting over 3 million unique monthly listeners worldwide.[1]
DI.FM has earned recognition for its contributions to electronic music streaming, including the 2010 International Dance Music Award for Best Global Radio Station and multiple nominations in categories such as Best Online Radio Service.[1][2] The service offers free access with advertisements alongside premium subscriptions for ad-free listening and higher-quality audio, available via web, mobile applications, and integrations with third-party platforms, emphasizing a curated experience distinct from on-demand algorithms.[3][2] While praised for its genre fidelity and community engagement, user reports have highlighted strict enforcement of single-stream policies, occasionally leading to account suspensions for inadvertent violations.[4]