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NextKast Launches “StudioLink”Web-Based Interface Enhances All-In-One Integrated Platform for Radio Station Workflow

January 13, 2026 Comments Off on NextKast Launches “StudioLink”Web-Based Interface Enhances All-In-One Integrated Platform for Radio Station Workflow Radio Resources, Releases

San Antonio, TX, January 14, 2026 — NextKast today announced StudioLink, a modern web-based interface designed to give radio stations the freedom to operate confidently, easily, and efficiently — whether in the studio, remotely, or with teams working from multiple locations at the same time.
StudioLink is a role-aware web interface designed for the day-to-day operation of a modern radio station. Built on NextKast’s trusted MobileVT voice tracking platform, StudioLink is a fully integrated all-in-one system that supports the entire station workflow process delivering multi-track voice tracking, advanced remote broadcast technology via NextKast’s GoLive, and easy-to-use music library management.

GoLive makes live broadcasts sound natural — whether the show is happening in the studio, remotely, or with multiple contributors joining in at once. With GoLive configured as the in-studio on-air screen, talent has a clean, focused interface they can use in the studio or anywhere else to voice track, review playlists and logs, and make quick edits —without touching server-level settings. Program Directors can review logs, adjust track categories, and make real-time programming decisions with confidence.
“StudioLink is the culmination of years of development and collaboration with our radio station clients towards the creation of an all-in-one, stress-free system. StudioLink solidifies this goal into a reality,” said Winston Potgieter, Founder and Project Manager of NextKast.

Chuck Taylor, Program Director for KHYI, Dallas, said, “Studio Link is the natural evolution of (NextKasts MobileVT remote VT interface). It allows us to control nearly every aspect of the station remotely—live shows, voice tracking, audio management, programming changes, and traffic—without relying on multiple systems or workarounds. It reinforces why NextKast continues to feel like a true all-in-one platform built for the realities of modern radio.”

StudioLink’s user interface is intentionally focused on real-world broadcasting tasks in a clear, predictable way, while keeping unnecessary complexity out of the way. The result is faster operation, fewer mistakes, and a more productive on-air experience.

For advanced or specialty use cases, StudioLink also supports producing voice breaks in a separate application and dragging them directly into the system. This flexibility is there when needed — without complicating the everyday voice-tracking experience.

Within weeks, NextKast is announcing its customer management system that integrates with StudioLink.
To view a demonstration video of StudioLink, please click https://youtu.be/7PGfvkQJHH8.
For more information, visit www.nextkast.com/onAir or contact Winston Potgieter at 210-286-2975 or wp@nextkast.com.

About NextKast
NextKast develops advanced automation software for radio and streaming stations worldwide. Its flagship platform, NextKast OnAir, integrates music scheduling, playout, traffic, and billing into one streamlined solution — empowering broadcasters to operate more efficiently and profitably.

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Version 7.0.6 (1/13/2026)

January 13, 2026 Comments Off on Version 7.0.6 (1/13/2026) Releases

New:

  1. New StudioLink Web Interface replaces MobileVT
  2. Updated goLive mutestate to show on all connected clients
  3. Drastically Improved in-studio voicetracking user interface
  4. added email notifications when nextAi credits or errors occurs
  5. Shortened nextAi WebRequest time to air
  6. Show Affiliate station connection status on right click of nextSync Button in nkManager
  7. Added time date variables for segment rendering to adhere to playlist time/day being rendered
  8. Updated nextSync mechanism to drastically reduce disk write operations
  9. Allowed aiRequest only or Song request only in web command center
  10. Improved paid Invoice and re-gen Invoice in nextSync, creates Paid and Void subfolders for Customers
  11. Allowed $0 traffic ads be paid, cleared
  12. New nextTraffic User Manual https://www.nextkast.com/HELP/NextTraffic%20User%20Manual.pdf
  13. Improved nextTraffic Invoice Print Format and reprinting
  14. Added quicker price and play profile editing in nextTraffic
  15. Added Discount field in pricing profile for nextTraffic

Fixed:

  1. moved played db caching to memory reducing disk writes
  2. removed video out screen on nkManager when video output is enabled
  3. Improved simian bsi full system import
  4. Proper sorting on Traffic Played in nextTraffic
  5. Fixed ‘s issue in nextTraffic
  6. bug in studioLink where if you click row on artist name first two tracks load in voicetracker
  7. Fixed bug the would rarely cause voicetracker to reset when affiliate mode is enabled and you are tracking and syncing simultaneously
  8. Fixed checkforWebRequest when server fails to respond (added timeout)
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NextKast Launches NextSync – Revolutionary Synchronization Engine for Groups with Customizable Localization for Each Market

November 13, 2025 Comments Off on NextKast Launches NextSync – Revolutionary Synchronization Engine for Groups with Customizable Localization for Each Market Radio Resources, Releases

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San Antonio, TX – November 3, 2025 – NextKast has announced its next major innovation with the release of NextSync, an intelligent, playlist-aware synchronization engine that streamlines how radio groups share content across multiple markets while allowing customized local programming.


NextSync’s synchronization engine introduces a new generation of multi-market automation — driven by intelligence, not replication. Stations within a group share a unified music library, choosing their own songs, imaging, commercials, and local programming blocks — all within the same integrated automation environment. The proprietary engine is patent-pending under the U.S. provisional filing “Playlist-Aware, Expiry-Validated, Pull-Based Media Synchronization for Broadcast Automation Systems.”


“Traditional systems push content everywhere, whether it’s needed or not,” explained Winston Potgieter, Founder and Project Manager of NextKast. “NextSync reverses that logic. Each station automatically pulls only what it needs based on real playlists and category rules. That makes the entire network leaner, smarter, and dramatically more efficient.”


Troy Welch, Owner and Program Director of PlayFM Radio, shared his experience:
“NextSync completely replaced our dependence on cloud-sync tools like Dropbox. We can now manage all of our stations from one core library, and every site stays perfectly in sync without manual uploads. It’s fast, dependable, and just works.”


NextSync gives broadcasters complete control over what is synchronized — and to whom. Each station can have individualized settings that determine:
Content categories (e.g., Music, Imaging, Promos) are synchronized.
Whether playlists are shared directly from the master or generated locally.
Rotations and clocks, which are synchronized for consistent format structure.
“The playlist drives the sync, not the operator,” Potgieter added. “Stations can follow a master format, create their own local hours, or mix both — all without external schedulers or file juggling.”
NextSync also manages voice-tracked show distribution with the same precision.
When a talent sends a completed voicetracked hour or show to the master system, it can be automatically distributed to any station configured to receive that hour.
Commercial and traffic files are continuously verified for expiration, and the system automatically requests the updated version.
NextKast is currently offering a 60-day no-obligation onboarding window for qualified groups interested in evaluating NextSync. This limited opportunity allows broadcasters to experience hands-on synchronization and automation benefits before committing to a full rollout.
For more information on NextSync or to request a private preview, visit https://www.nextkast.com/onAir/features/#nextsync or contact Winston Potgieter at 210-286-2975 or wp@nextkast.com.

About NextKast OnAir
NextKast OnAir develops professional radio automation software engineered for simplicity, reliability, and innovation. Its all-inclusive suite integrates automation, scheduling, traffic, AI, and synchronization into one easy-to-use platform that helps broadcasters save time, reduce costs, and focus on great programming.
For more information, visit https://www.nextkast.com/onAir.

 
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RC Communications
646-808-6505
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Version 7.0.5 (11/02/2025)

November 3, 2025 Comments Off on Version 7.0.5 (11/02/2025) Releases

New:

  1. Import for Enco DAD systems and BSI simian audio.db
  2. New track start and end Date Logic , and now stored in asset Meta Data
  3. Added Format change option and timeleft in Web Command Center
  4. Added ability to play video on second screen when playing out .mp4 files
  5. Status window when resseting nextKast Traffic for Re-Scheduling Day
  6. Added traffic checkbox to MobileVT for Remote Nextkast Traffic Customer Management and order Entry
  7. Added Expired traffic asset Auto Request System when running as Affiliate
  8. Filled Provisional Patent for nextSync to include pull based and expiry aware content distribution
  9. Optimized nextSync and added status window to show connected nextsync nodes
  10. Added sound card routing option for LineIn
  11. Added option in track status to show spins scheduled this week if scheduled ahead

Fixed:

  1. Fixed Stream player to route to proper soundcard in multi sound card setups
  2. Drastically improved flex scheduling option in nextKast Built in Traffic nextTraffic
  3. Other minor window layering refinements
  4. App.log display on windows 11 fixed delay when opening
  5. Quotes in fields with commas on other automation data importer fixed if string has comma in it
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Version 7.0.4 (8/9/2025-9/07/2025)

September 7, 2025 Comments Off on Version 7.0.4 (8/9/2025-9/07/2025) Releases

Version 7.0.4

New

  1. Added backtiming and next event display on Live Assist Screen
  2. Updated XML engine to Latest Version as security update
  3. Added ability to read Traffic Logs Exported from Natural Log to Wide Orbit
  4. Removed double click option to download track in MobileVT ( hold shift and double click now)
  5. Refreshed MobileVT and goLive User interface
  6. Un played tracks in Playlist mode gets placed back at top of picker stack
  7. Made meta Data importer column format dynamic based on name only not order
  8. When confirm traffic Date is checked nextkast will skip outdated traffic merges and they are marked in addition to the desktop NextKastTrafficDateViolation.txt file
  9. Added PlayList Macro option to triggers window for playing station imaging etc from satellite trigger
  10. added warning when traffic file is named with wrong prefix when station prefix is specified
  11. Allowed csv library import to have Dynamic headers, they don’t need to be in order, headers just need to match
  12. CSV export adheres to import header names
  13. added automatic port assignment in mobilevt golive
  14. added automatic housekeeping at 2am for old playlist and voicetracks moving it from home button
  15. Refresh Library now does a Category audit to confirm pick database is synced
  16. Updated to new Voice Engine for nextAi (works with your choice of ai voice provider )
  17. Added nextKast Command center for when used as venue music control system
  18. Added Dynamic Track Balancing (setting Screen) that attempts to balance track plays based on category scheduled count Stats
  19. Added the ability to drag and drop from search window to Live Playlist. (double click to start drag)
  20. Formatted PDF log Print to italicize and color imaging etc..
  21. Updated NextKast Traffic System, Improved date range filter to include enter end date, better reset for Day regeneration
  22. New NextKast Traffic Schedule View to better see what is booked in each hour

Fixed

  1. Fixed issue with Track timestamp update that would occur sporadically on Windows11 installs
  2. Updated playlist macro execution to increase reliability on pure playlist macro only clocks with consecutive 0 duration events
  3. Fixed sizing of mic volume sliders and other a couple of other controls on main window resize
  4. Sped up delete associated Voicetrack delete housekeeping function
  5. Fixed rendering of tempo % to show when active
  6. Fixed hidden dialogs that could occur when selecting edit button in track editor
  7. Fixed MobileVT file up loader would duplicate library entries because of file watcher
  8. Updated golive playlist transport made more robust
  9. Fixed scenario where crossfade time is greater that track before unmarked play as VT file
  10. Changed file date stamp to better accommodate NAS driver setups
  11. Cleaned up some unneeded logging
  12. Some Unicode string track names would not return proper play counts (fixed)
  13. Fixed Dialog Flickering on Playlist create
  14. Improved Syncing of nkManager and OnAir Machine in some edge cases

8/20/2025 Version 7.0.42

New:

  1. Refreshed some older buttons
  2. Made built in encoder re-connection smoother

Fixed:

  1. Replace back in stack will not do last track if it has not played (fixed)
  2. More rigid rules so traffic files can not get overwritten
  3. Improved traffic interface
  4. Issue search or statistic window crashing fixed
  5. Made some button renderings more efficient

9/07/2025 Version 7.0.44

New:

  1. Web based Command Center, instant breaks: drop an exact script and we’ll voice it with AI, or pick AI-curated break copy and go live in minutes. Live reads: stations can sell a live read, a staffer pastes the copy, and it’s on air within minutes.Song requests: type it in, fire it off.Basics in one place: now playing, next up, quick transport, samples, etc.
  2. Added a new flex option to the traffic scheduling part, nextTraffic now offering a full fledge traffic/billing/CMS system
  3. also there was a minor screen refresh issue during playlist generation
  4. updated the time calculation and backtiming to be more accurate during inserts and deletes and when pitch changes
  5. Added ability to switch AXIA triggers to recieve GPO
  6. new AI command options AIAnnounce, and AIScript
  7. Improved dialog windows to stay on top
  8. Added delete button in Trigger Assign windows (in addition to existing delete key)
  9. Added auto create VoiceTracks folder when using ai Host
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Version 7.0.2 (5/31/25)

May 31, 2025 Comments Off on Version 7.0.2 (5/31/25) Releases

New

  1. Finalized nextSync Feature for built in Server/Client setups no third party file sharing systems required
  2. Added ability to have separate window for sample/fx buttons ( found in adv settings)
  3. added shortcut button in live assist screen for quick access to log editor
  4. Added new music bed option ( uses sweeper checkbox) Will add music bed to dry voicetracks automatically
  5. added alternate meta tag send when using playTrackFromcategory
  6. added ability to send hex using sendSerial macro command
  7. Export csv now has added meta data fields
  8. Added ability to import clock from Music Master, speeds up migration to nextKast built in Scheduler
  9. Ftp Downloader now accepts date variables in remote file name
  10. Added option to block tracks from playing same time previous hour or previous day same time (Settings/iPass)
  11. New icon Style Help Menu
  12. Added option to right click on track in tracklist and assign next available cart number or rename source file
  13. added .wav file tagging to have .wav files portable to include meta data

Fixed

  1. fixed SHD options on category settings
  2. Fixed case where traffic scheduler would not schedule correctly if ony two ads are in traffic folder
  3. Added delay in stats call when connected to Live365 ( as they only allow 1 stats call per minute)
  4. fixed some scenarios where even if send meta was disabled meta data would be sent
  5. Improved some edge case rotator uses
  6. some edge cases where backend added files would not show up in search
  7. Jump to category in search made more robust
  8. Improved import from other automations systems
  9. Improved accuracy of background recorder start time
  10. Fixed super edge case when request loads simultaneous to new hour load
  11. Fixed PO1 redundant tag checker after initial import
  12. Fixed Played Search to work properly with quotes in search string and separated artist and title
  13. Improved 5 day test in category Health Screen
  14. Improved average category calculation when using iPass to improve clock composition

Version 7.0.0 (3/5/25)

March 5, 2025 Comments Off on Version 7.0.0 (3/5/25) Releases

This version number jump reflects the significant advancements in functionality, as previous version increments didn’t fully capture the scale of enhancements—particularly the introduction of NextAI Virtual Host and extensive visual refinements.

New

  1. Overhauled the user interface for improved visual appeal and better workflow
  2. Imporved nextSync integration with first BETA test runs
  3. Imporved nextAi
  4. Shows Last Modified date of track selected in track list add music screen
  5. added Don’t send meta on category settings
  6. Other noticeable and non-evident refinements

Fixed

  1. when stagnant in track list screen, category would erroneously move to first, fixed
nextKast Introduces nextAi Virtual Hosting Vast and Diverse Library of Voices - Plus Custom Voice Cloning Fully Integrated with nextKast Automation

nextKast Introduces nextAi Virtual Hosting

February 4, 2025 Comments Off on nextKast Introduces nextAi Virtual Hosting Releases

Vast and Diverse Library of Voices – Plus Custom Voice Cloning
Fully Integrated with nextKast Automation

San Antonio, TX, February 3, 2025 — nextKast, the maker of fully integrated radio automation, software playout, music scheduler, and more, has launched nextAi Virtual Hosting with vast and diverse library of voices, plus custom voice cloning. Participating stations receive unlimited hosting time with no break limits. Voice and data API charges are billed directly from nextKast’s partners, Data AI and Voice AI, based on usage.
“nextAi virtual hosting can help radio stations with those hard-to-fill hours that won’t replace human hosts,” said Winston Potgieter, Founder and Project Manager of nextKast OnAir. “We set high standards when looking for voice and data API partners. It was imperative that the AI voices sound real… there was no compromising on that!
“However,” Potgieter continued, “we highly recommend that stations using nextAi be completely transparent with listeners that the host is AI-powered. This builds trust, which has always been a strong attribute of radio.”
NextKast’s cohesive system eliminates the need for separate scheduling software. Radio stations can manage their entire playlist creation, scheduling, automation, and now virtual hosting all from one single platform.
“The fully integrated nextKast system enhances operational efficiency, reduces complexity and increases the reliability of AI radio hosting,” explained Potgeiter.
For more information on nextKast nextAi Virtual Hosting, or any nextKast radio software, please visit www.nextKast.com/onAir/
or contact Winston Potgieter at 210-286-2975 or wp@nextkast.com.  Click here for a demohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ii9IH26k9tw
 About nextKast OnAir https://www.nextkast.com/onAir/
nextKast OnAir is a software developing company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that empower radio broadcasters. Its all-inclusive suite of radio software products includes a Music Scheduler, an Automation System, and a Traffic Management program, all designed for seamless integration. NextKast OnAir products are easy to use, reliable, with advanced features, and an amazing cost-to-value rate.

Media Contact:
Renee Cassis
RC Communications Marketing
646-808-6505
cassis2@msn.com

Version 6.6.47 (1/26/25)

January 27, 2025 Comments Off on Version 6.6.47 (1/26/25) Releases

New

  1. Added nextAI virtual AI host, adds automatic voice hosting, news and weather built into nextKast OnAir (requires additional activation)
  2. New Request approval system to allow PD to approve or disaprove online-Web request
  3. When nextAI is enabled, it will now announce in dynamic fashion the request and hit post
  4. added logedit button in Playout only screen above sample buttons
  5. added “BreakLength:” argument before commercial break set to send duration to online ad injection systems
  6. For onAIr version moved played logs to PlayedLogs folder to keep each day in seperate log file for easier reconciliation
  7. Added import from PO1 where meta data stored in Album Field

Fixed

  1. allowed reordering of multiple positions in live playlist without jumping back to active track after each move
  2. Refined traffic merge process when no traffic logs are present
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Version 6.6.42 (12/25/24)

December 25, 2024 Comments Off on Version 6.6.42 (12/25/24) Releases

12/25/2024 Version 6.6.42

Fixed

  1. on new track added that already exist re-import ( was preciously blocked if it already existed)
  2. fixed new track import to ignore upper case in file extensions
  3. fixed track removal from library when category is deleted
  4. fixed the search so when you press the search button without a term in tracklist add music, it will not search for blank term, allowing faster load on search form
  5. Improved handling of obscurely formatted Riff tags that occasionally occurs
  6. Fixed new traffic import when traffic is not configured in folders (local / network) and new file arrives after merge/playlist generation
  7. fixed proper category in traffic merge when commercial category is a mapped folder
  8. NkManager and OnAir on same machine will sync masterlookup via timestamp
  9. On overwrite already generated playlist, dialog to continue will show on top
  10. fixed category drag into playlist builder was broken in 6.6.4
  11. fixed statistics report with cart numbers in library

New

  1. Added more fields in the search ( search library must be refreshed to update, right click on refresh button and answer yes to dialog)
  2. Added search similar checkbox in search window to return similar results even if search term has some spelling errors
  3. ability to double click rotation in schedule window to view/edit rotation
  4. In nkManager added a new FolderWatcher option. This allows you to set nextkast to monitor a folder, and copy a file into nextkast when a new file arrives
  5. added RCS and Zetta Library Import (imports xml meta data from RCS automations)
  6. Added the ability to pick any Audio input in Encoders(broadcast settings screen), this allows the encoder to easily take output from a mixer and essentially separates out the encoder when needed to run in such a configuration.
  7. MobileVT You can now sort results, move multiple tracks from category to category, and preview/fast forward tracks
  8. added more robust code to the internal file syncer, intended to replace dropbox when running affiliates or remote managing format. Also allows for main system to select which categories will be synced.
  9. New statistic reports for played counts and audience response, and ability to save to pdf
  10. Updated sql and drawing engine drivers
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