Dash Radio

The platform's business model is centered on providing a human-curated, commercial-free listening experience at no cost to the user. Instead of traditional 30-second ad spots, revenue is generated through branded "pop-up stations" created in partnership with companies for specific events or promotions, such as film releases or music festivals. This approach allows for co-branded content that is integrated into the listening experience rather than interrupting it. The company has secured significant seed funding, raising an initial $2 million in 2014 and an additional $8.8 million by 2018 from investors including L.A. Reid, Slow Ventures, and executives from Salesforce and Warner Bros.

LITT Live operates in the digital audio market, targeting the multi-billion dollar broadcast industry by offering an alternative to algorithm-driven playlists and traditional radio. The service provides over 75 stations curated by real DJs, artists, and personalities, focusing on genres often underserved by terrestrial radio. It has featured partner stations and shows from major figures in music and culture, such as Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, and Ice Cube. The platform is accessible across a wide array of distribution channels, including iOS, Android, desktop, SONOS, and in automobiles through integrations with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Ford Sync. In November 2023, Dash Radio was acquired by the Australian-based Litt Global Inc. and subsequently rebranded to LITT Live in early 2024, expanding its operations to Australia. The new ownership, led by Brent Thompson and Cody McDowell, alongside a new executive team including the musician Akon, aims to evolve the platform into an experiential service blending live events and exclusive artist access with its core radio offering.