MARCH 2006

MIXED BAG RADIO, XM SIGN TWO YEAR DEAL
New York, New York, March 21, 2006

Mixed Bag Radio today announced that they have agreed to a two year contract with XM Satellite Radio. The contract renewal allows XM to continue to air the popular syndicated interview and performance program. Mixed Bag host, Pete Fornatale, is excited to continue the relationship that he has built with his audience since Mixed Bag first aired 25 years ago. "The past year of live sessions have been among the most fulfilling of my career. Mixed Bag Radio continues to fill a void for fans of in-depth conversation and behind the scenes access to the best musicians in the world."

The relationship with XM Satellite Radio allows Mixed Bag Radio to reach an ever-expanding audience. XM recently announced a subscriber growth of over 53% in the past year. Mixed Bag Radio airs on XM 50, The Loft and enjoys a loyal and sizeable audience. Mike Marrone, program director of The Loft comments “We are thrilled to continue our relationship with Pete Fornatale and Mixed Bag Radio. The show is constantly generating praise from our listeners due to the warmth, grace, class and taste of Mr. Fornatale. It is an honor and a privilege to have Pete as a member of The Loft for the future.”

Mixed Bag Executive Producer Chris Hall says that "We have been very pleased to contribute to the success of XM Radio and welcome the chance to reach a larger audience as their subscription base continues to expand. Our guests appreciate the chance to sit in the comfort of a recording studio with Pete, play their music and provide a behind-the-scenes look at their craft".

Mixed Bag Radio can be heard throughout the country. For a full programming schedule visit www.mixedbagradio.com.

About Mixed Bag Radio

Mixed Bag Radio is a syndicated program that features in depth interviews and live in-studio performances. For sixty minutes, Pete Fornatale interviews the most influential musicians of our time. Over the years, Pete has visited with hundreds of musicians - rock, folk, jazz, pop, legends, heritage artists, newcomers ... truly a Mixed Bag.

Within the past few months, Mixed Bag Radio has aired session that provide behind the scenes access to artists such as Sting, Bob Weir, Brian Wilson, Ringo Starr, Steely Dan, Bruce Hornsby, Ben Folds, Emmylou Harris, Fountains of Wayne and The Thrills. The show can currently be heard throughout the country on XM Satellite Radio and affiliate stations.

For more information about Mixed Bag Radio visit www.mixedbagradio.com