If any two forces can be said to unify the modern world, those two force are undoubtedly the Internet and music. Music is the great communicator, and the Internet is, among many other things, the world's great soapbox. The coupling of the Internet and music is responsible for some truly great things, and now, thanks to SAM Broadcaster, fun with friends, the "next big thing", and everything in between just got a whole lot better.

SAM Broadcaster is a Windows utility that allows the user to stream music and other content live to listeners via the Internet. It is, quite simply, your personal radio station. SAM Broadcaster has a ton of advanced, professional-level features, including automated website integration, a live statistics feed to show you how many listeners you have at any given time, various audio mixing / management tools, advanced rotation logic so your audio can play even when you're not around, and much more.

With SAM Broadcaster, your ability to reach the world from the comfort of your home is now more concrete than ever before. However, this utility is subject to the rules that govern all technology, and one of them is that no matter how great a piece of tech might be, it will inevitably have its drawbacks as well as its high points. You can read more about each below.

Pros

SAM Broadcaster is literally your own personal radio station. It boasts professional features that make every kid's dream (and the dreams of a few adults, too) of being on the radio in a very real way come true. It supports all the major audio and streaming formats, and best of all, it can earn you money through CD sales!

Cons

SAM Broadcaster is Windows-only, which leaves Mac and other non-Windows users looking for an equivalent. The download is a demo, which means if you want the full-featured "real" version, you'll need to put up some cash. MySQL is required, and must be installed before you download.

If you're an audiophile with dreams of an audience, SAM Broadcaster may be just the thing to make those dreams reality. Either way, you now have all the info you need in order to make an informed decision.