Ok, so it’s an odd title. But pay attention to the word Zing because that may just be the name of Sirius’ partner with their new portable. Orbitcast.com has the story…

Introducing Zing. A software platform that can work across any type of wireless connection, from WiFi to 3G, allowing digital media devices to connect to music services or other online content sources.

According to SiliconBeat, Zing has a deal with Sirius Satellite Radio to stream live Sirius content to mobile devices. In addition to that, Zing’s founder - former Apple exec Tim Bucher - said a Zing-powered Sirius device is in the works, but he was not ready to divulge details earlier this week.

Orbitcast goes on to say that Zing also allows their users to purchase their content.

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Could this be the start of the Sirius /Tony Stewart / NASCAR relationship?

I found this over at Standard Satellite Group

NASCAR Driver Tony Stewart to Host Live Talk Show Exclusively on SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Friday May 19, 9:00 am ET
‘Tony Stewart Live’ will air weekly on SIRIUS’ upcoming 24/7 NASCAR Channel
SIRIUS will be the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR starting in 2007NEW YORK, May 19 /PRNewswire/ — SIRIUS Satellite Radio, the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR starting in 2007, announced today that two-time and reigning NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series champion Tony Stewart — one of the sport’s most exciting and outspoken drivers — will host a live weekly talk show exclusively on SIRIUS.The Press Rrelease

The Archdiocese of New York and SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) will create and collaborate on The Catholic Channel. The lifestyle radio channel will air nationally seven days a week, 24 hours a day and will feature contemporary talk, music programming and live daily masses from St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York.

Launching this fall exclusively on SIRIUS, The Catholic Channel will feature a modern format with an open dialogue focused on Catholicism in the 21st Century, especially as it is lived in today’s world. Listeners will be encouraged to call in to talk about the issues that are on their mind and in the news - everything from what’s happening in the Church today, to the headline stories of current events and politics, and the latest in the world of entertainment, the arts and sports. They will interact with hosts who will bring a Catholic perspective to the world around us. Daily program hosts and guests will include members of the clergy and distinguished laity from across the land. Regular and previously unavailable content from The Vatican will also be a part of the channel, including programming from Vatican Radio.

The Catholic Channel programming will also include human interest stories and inspirational themes, shows offering counseling and guidance, educational programs, musical content, and daily Mass from St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. A detailed schedule with specific programs and hosts will be announced prior to launch.

A prominent contributor to The Catholic Channel will be His Eminence Edward Cardinal Egan, Archbishop of New York, who will periodically appear exclusively on the channel.

Cardinal Egan said, “The Catholic Channel represents a splendid opportunity for the Church in the United States. By using this modern medium, we will be able to communicate directly with the Catholic faithful as well as anyone of any religious faith who might be interested in what the Catholic Church is saying and doing here in New York and around the country. SIRIUS Satellite Radio has my sincere thanks for making this channel become a reality.”

“This partnership with the Archdiocese is a significant step forward in our development and mission to provide our listeners with the finest and most distinctive Christian programming in radio,” said Mel Karmazin, CEO of SIRIUS. “The talented and diverse personalities who will guide this channel and the special contributions of His Eminence Cardinal Egan will make The Catholic Channel an extraordinary experience for our audience.”

On my Papa John’s Pizza box, it says

“Try Sirius Online for 10 days Free”
-Sirius Satellite Radio offers over 125 channels of the best music, sports, news, and entertainment. And right now, you can get a taste of all we offer with this limited-time free 10-day online trial. Go to www.papajohns.com/sirius and start listening to all the SIRIUS music channels — 100% commercial-free.

(C) 2006 Sirius Satellite Radio, Inc. “SIRIUS” and the SIRIUS dog logo are registered trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio, Inc.

Way cool promotion!!!

I got it from Papa John’s Pizza in West Lafayette, IN. I would expect it to be national soon, if not already.

MOD add: This is also on PapaJohns.com

SIRIUS Canada and CFL Announce Exclusive Multi-Year North American Broadcast and Marketing Agreement

SIRIUS to broadcast 25 CFL games annually across the continent

SIRIUS Canada Inc. and the Canadian Football League (CFL) today announced a national multi-year broadcast and marketing agreement which will see SIRIUS Canada become the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the CFL. Under the three-year agreement, SIRIUS Canada becomes the exclusive North American satellite radio broadcaster for CFL games and content, including the 94th annual Grey Cup to be held in Winnipeg on November 19, 2006. In addition, SIRIUS receives exclusive rights to use the CFL logo and collective CFL team trademarks in marketing and promotional activities across Canada.

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Sirius will be standard in every Kia vehicle, starting in 2008 for MY2009 Kias. The agreement goes through 2014, with an option to extend it three more years to 2017. It should be noted that this is an odd development, given that Hyundai owns Kia, yet is exclusive with XM.

Read all about it here

Calling all Parrotheads: Jimmy Buffett’s Radio Margaritaville//31 will feature every concert on his upcoming “Party to the End of the World” tour, LIVE, including his May 6th performance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. There will also be a 30 minute pre-show before each concert with interviews from Buffett and his Band. Here is a list of dates for the 19 concerts:

Tuesday, April 18 Phoenix, AZ 10:30 pm ET
Thursday, April 20 Irvine, CA 10:30 pm ET
Saturday, April 22 Irvine, CA 10:30 pm ET
Tuesday, April 25 Mountain View, CA 10:30 pm ET
Friday, April 28 Dallas, TX 9:00 pm ET
Saturday, May 6 New Orleans, LA (TIME TBA)
Friday, June 2 Atlanta, GA 7:30 pm ET
Sunday, June 4 Charlotte, NC 7:30 pm ET
Tuesday, June 6 Burgettstown, PA 7:30 pm ET
Thursday, June 8 Cincinnati, OH 7:30 pm ET
Saturday, June 10 East Troy, WI 8:30 pm ET
Thursday, June 29 Uncasville, CT 7:30 pm ET
Saturday, July 1 Wantagh, NY 7:30 pm ET
Tuesday, August 1 Camden, NJ 7:30 pm ET
Thursday, August 3 Bristow, VA 7:30 pm ET
Saturday, August 5 Chicago, IL 8:30 pm ET
Tuesday, August 8 Noblesville, IN 8:30 pm ET
Thursday, August 10 Mansfield, MA 7:30 pm ET
Saturday, August 12 Mansfield, MA 7:30 pm ET