The media company behind Kiis FM will be forced to pay around $5 million a year until 2028 to avoid costly and drawn-out litigation with its former star host.

The former radio shock jock has started laying the groundwork for his next venture, which is shaping up as a subscription-based live online show with audio and video.

Radio shock jock Sandilands has already started laying the groundwork for his next venture as he closes in on a settlement agreement with his former employer, ARN Media.