12 Checks Before Saying a Song Was Banned From Radio

Inside this ranking: 12 headline-making yachts, following the source's published order and reported estimates. Prices can change and should be read as editorial estimates rather than live appraisals.

• Identify the Exact Recording — Identify the Exact Recording. When researching a song's broadcast history, identifying the precise recording, artist, and release year is a crucial starting step.
• Pinpoint Station and Market — Pinpoint Station and Market. To evaluate a rumored broadcast restriction, it is necessary to identify the specific station and its local market.
• Document the Date and Time — Document the Date and Time. Documenting the exact date and time of a song's broadcast or removal is essential for understanding the regulatory context.
• Government Mandate vs. Station Choice — Government Mandate vs. Station Choice. Under federal law, the FCC is forbidden from censoring broadcast material or interfering with free speech on the air.

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