Slacker Launches New Station Curated and Hosted by Patrick Stump

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Slacker Inc. today launched Patrick Stump Radio, a showcase station programmed and hosted by the frontman of Fall Out Boy. This station features influential songs hand-selected by Patrick Stump from a range of bands and artists including Kanye West, Michael Jackson, Dead Kennedys and David Bowie, exclusive commentary from Patrick and songs from his newly released solo album Soul Punk as well as a collection of live recordings by Patrick in the studio with Slacker. Patrick Stump Radio is now available for free in Slacker's Artist Showcase station category on all Slacker Radio applications.

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Slacker Artist Showcase is a unique category of curated stations programmed by bands and artists only available on Slacker Radio. The Slacker Artist Showcase can be found on Slacker applications online, for the iPad, on home entertainment devices and on all leading smartphones. Patrick Stump Radio can also be accessed directly on the web at: http://www.Slacker.com/PatrickStump.

"I think Slacker listeners will learn a lot about who I am as a solo artist," said Patrick Stump. "This station lets me share my story through the music I enjoy and the artists I respect while really reflecting on my personal musical influences."

For exclusive video content featuring Patrick Stump in the Slacker studio including live performances, visit: http://bit.ly/SlackerVideosPatrickStump.

"Slacker's exclusive Artist Showcase stations delve into how artists personally connect to the music that they love, building connections with fans through the listening experience," said Scott Riggs, Director of Radio at Slacker. "Working with Patrick Stump was a great opportunity to showcase a talented musician in a new light."

Slacker Radio's dedication to being the ultimate personalized radio and music discovery resource is emphasized by its growing collection of exclusive custom artist showcase stations, currently featuring such varied selections as club sensation Far East Movement, the chart topping Plain White T's, current country star Justin Moore, rock favorites AFI and Jimmy Eat World and many more. Each artist brings with them their own music selections and hosted content creating an unparalleled experience both for existing fans and new listeners.

About Patrick Stump
Identifiable by his soulful croon, Patrick Stump is the well-known frontman of the multi-platinum punk band Fall Out Boy. He is also a producer/collaborator, working with bands and artists including Cobra Starship, Gym Class Heroes and Bruno Mars.

Stump began working on a solo project following the announcement of Fall Out Boy's hiatus and released his album, Soul Punk, in October 2011. Soul Punk was recorded entirely by Stump himself, including instruments, vocals, music and lyrics. Patrick Stump has also released an a capella medley of songs that was nominated for the Grammy's Record of the Year.

For tour dates and more information, please visit: http://www.patrickstump.com/.

About Slacker, Inc.
Slacker offers the world's most complete range of radio services, featuring over 150 exclusive curated radio stations, a library of millions of songs as well as non-music interactive programming for comedy, ESPN Radio, ABC News and much more. Whether it's the award-winning free Slacker Basic Radio, or the fully-loaded subscription services Slacker Radio Plus and Slacker Premium Radio, listeners enjoy a unique, custom listening experience. Slacker enables music lovers to play highly personalized music online at the Slacker web site, on connected home devices or on-the-go with Slacker Personal Radio applications. Slacker mobile applications are available for Windows Phone 7, Windows Mobile, Palm webOS, Nokia, Android, iPhone, and BlackBerry smartphones. For more information visit: http://www.Slacker.com/about.

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