Shoutcast streaming channel

Hi

I would like to create a stable shoutcast mp3 streaming channel for my online station

I have checked the forums for the last year and I can't find any clear understandable documentation to make the song metadata and artwork appear. My other problem is that sometimes the station starts playing immediately other times it take up to 5 minutes to start the stream.

Are there any whizkids that can help with easy steps to resolve my issues?

Thanks in advance