Partnering with GarageBand.com, media giant Clear Channel has launched New Music Network (NEW!). NEW! is a new initiative by the conglomerate to "provide a forum and a place for promising artists to be seen, heard and enjoyed." The service is free to unsigned bands and will result in airplay and coverage on the NEW! website.

Using the ratings on GarageBand the media company will be selecting 50 unsigned artists every month for inclusion in their radio playlists. The company owns over 1,200 radio stations, 30 television stations, numerous outdoor advertising companies and performance facilities through SFX entertainment.

The controversial company has had numerous criticisms levied at it, ranging from accusations of censorship and news misreporting to classic "payola" scandals involving radio airplay and accusations of monopolistic practices.