HQ Function

The operational and administrative heart of SomaFM, encompassing music curation, programming, technical infrastructure management, and listener community engagement. This is where the station's distinct vision is realized.

Notable Features:

SomaFM's 'headquarters' is more an operational concept than a traditional corporate office, centered around its founder and core team. Its key 'features' are its robust digital streaming infrastructure, extensive and diverse music library, and the creative environment that fosters its unique programming.

Work Culture:

Characterized by a lean, passionate, and highly dedicated team focused on music discovery and enhancing the listener experience. The culture is independent, anti-corporate, and deeply committed to its commercial-free, listener-supported model, valuing artistic integrity over commercial pressures.

HQ Significance:

San Francisco is integral to SomaFM's identity, reflecting its innovative spirit and deep roots in the city's vibrant tech and music culture. The name 'Soma' itself is a nod to the South of Market (SoMa) district, an area known for its artistic and technological contributions.

Values Reflected in HQ: The operational style reflects core values of independence, a profound passion for music, strong community focus, and an unwavering commitment to a non-commercial ethos, prioritizing content quality and listener experience over a large physical footprint.

Location:

SomaFM supports its global listenership primarily through its robust online streaming infrastructure, delivering over 30 unique music channels to users in virtually every country worldwide. Key functions supported globally include 24/7 ad-free music broadcasting, development and maintenance of listener apps for various platforms (web, mobile, smart speakers), and continuous engagement with an international community of listeners and financial supporters who sustain the station.

Street Address:

Specific office/studio address not publicly listed; Correspondence: PO Box 242021

City:

San Francisco

State/Province:

CA

Country:

USA