Podcasts about music biz

Insights In Sound 184 - Neil Citron, Musician / Engineer S19 E4 He's a musician's musician, a true behind the scenes mensch who has delivered from the trenches for decades, from recordings with Steve Vai, Steve Lukather, and Larry Carlton to coaching actors including Meryl Streep and working on movies like "Ricky and The Flash", "Catch Me If You Can", "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 1 & 2", and films by Jonathan Demme, Tom Hanks-Playtone, Dino Di Laurentiis and Oprah Winfrey.

Today, a conversation with Tristra and Mansoor Rahimat Khan, the founder and CEO of Beatoven.ai. an ethically trained music generator that was built in partnership with hundreds of artists. They talk about the inspiration behind Beatoven and dive into the nitty gritty of how and why Beatoven works in collaboration with musicians to secure fully licensed content.   News! How Visa Issues Are Threatening Artists' Careers — And the Music Companies That Work With Them   Trump administration, China reach ‘framework' for deal to keep TikTok operating in the US (report)   Everything Meta announced at Connect 2025: Second-gen Ray-Ban Meta, Oakley Meta Vanguard and Meta Ray-Ban Display   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Insights in Sound 183 - Mick Guzauski - S19 E3 Few people have mixed the sheer diversity of musical genres as Mick Guzauski. From Daft Punk, Mariah Carey, and Eric Clapton to Michael Jackson, Prince, and Talking Heads, his discography reads like a who's who of modern music. We caught up with him at his home studio in Las Vegas.

Insights In Sound - David Morgan, Live Sound Professional S19 E2 His touring resume is a who's who of musical legends - Paul Simon, James Taylor, Steely Dan, Cher, Carole King, Whitney Houston, Doobie Brothers, and so many more. Welcoming our old friend David Morgan back to the show.

AI models can truly capture the essence of musical creativity. (Wait. Really?). Join us as Tristra interviews Dr. Christopher White from UMass Amherst about his new book The AI Music Problem: Why Machine Learning Conflicts with Musical Creativity. The two of them get into a really interesting question – Is AI redefining music, or is music reshaping AI? It's a great conversion about the future of music creation.   The News: What Is AI Slop?   Chinese social media platforms roll out labels for AI-generated material   Spotify's ticketing partnerships have ‘escalated quite quickly' in 2025   EU pauses probe into Universal's $775m Downtown deal   Influencers are among the winners of Trump's 'no tax on tips' policy The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards shone a light on some of the biggest storylines in the music business today – from the TikTokification of newly minted stars, to the evolving relationship between artists and brands. Music journalist and author Sowmya Krishnamurthy joins Rapid Response to break down business and cultural lessons from the show and what it reveals about the state of the industry. Krishnamurthy also explores Taylor Swift's enduring dominance, the role of AI in music, and the latest twists in the streaming war between Spotify and Apple Music.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/Find Sowmya's book Fashion Killa here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Fashion-Killa/Sowmya-Krishnamurthy/9781982176327See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards shone a light on some of the biggest storylines in the music business today – from the TikTokification of newly minted stars, to the evolving relationship between artists and brands. Music journalist and author Sowmya Krishnamurthy joins Rapid Response to break down business and cultural lessons from the show and what it reveals about the state of the industry. Krishnamurthy also explores Taylor Swift's enduring dominance, the role of AI in music, and the latest twists in the streaming war between Spotify and Apple Music.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/Find Sowmya's book Fashion Killa here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Fashion-Killa/Sowmya-Krishnamurthy/9781982176327See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan Landy is a classic example of this show's tagline, "people you may not know, but you should,." Another music industry veteran with a pinball career, he's done anything and everything except for leading a boring life, and his stories are all over the map. Buckle in and hang on for a hilarious ride through the '70s, '80s, and beyond.

Insights In Sound - Peter Doell, Mastering Engineer S18 E10 He's a golden ears mastering engineer and beloved member of the L.A. audio community, as well as the creator and curator of the legendary L.A. Pro Audio Lunch Bunch. We finally managed to sit down with the one and only Peter Doell, and oh the stories he can tell.

We are rewinding and playing back some of our favorite guests during the month of August and today we have our own Chief Creative Officer from way back when he was the creative force at Artiphon. Adam McHeffey, CMO of Artiphon, joins us to talk about the state of musical instrument innovation. Instruments like the Orba put music creation at the fingertips of hobbyists, allowing them to focus on enjoyment and self-expression rather than traditional album releases. We discuss the fusion of music and social media, and the new generation of creators redefining the art form. Lines between listening and playing are blurring, (see Ocean Eyes remix on Logic Pro X) pointing to a future where music engagement is akin to gaming, providing endless possibilities for interactivity and connection.   Shoutouts mentioned in episode: seids_ imsethdrums socialrepose   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Mike Pelczynski has been a part of many important conversations on the subject of AI as the Chief Strategic and Innovation Officer of voice conversion platform, Voice-Swap. These discussions revealed that general sentiments towards AI have shifted from fear to that of constructive concern. In this episode, Mike examines how some issues posed by AI can be addressed using solutions we are already familiar with, the importance of strategic partners for major stakeholders, how the music industry's approach to AI guides other industries, and more!

Insights In Sound - Bob Clearmountain, Audio Engineer S18 E9 From Springsteen to Stones to Roxy Music and so many more, he's run the faders for some of the era's most legendary recordings. We sat down with Bob Clearmountain at the new Mix This! FTA (From The Ashes) studio.

Cardinal Black frontman Tom Hollister chats with Trey Elling, during the band's first-ever US tour, which was nearly completely sold out before it started. Topics include:The current tour (0:00)The totality of Midnight at the Valencia (2:44)Starting with "Ride Home" (4:22)The emotion of "Push/Pull" (7:14)An ode to Tom's daughter with "Adeline" (12:15)The business of being in a band (18:18)Tom's past life as a rugby player (34:35)An ode to the new album (37:30)

We are rewinding and playing back some of our favorite guests during the month of August. Join Dmitri and Tracy Maddux the former CEO, of AVL Digital and CD Baby as they talk through the fundamentals of what it takes to really start up. We promise that by the end of this episode, you'll have a clear understanding of the critical decisions that shape the future of your business. Whether you intend to sell your company or nurture it as a long-term venture, Tracy's wisdom on capitalization, leveraging personal funds versus investors, and recognizing your strengths and weaknesses will set you on the right path. And if you're already deep in the weeds with your company – there is still great advice to be learned from these two industry experts.   Tracy Maddux   Artes Management The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

Insights In Sound 178- Robert Scovill at the Sphere Las Vegas We met up with our old pal Robert Scovill at the Sphere to see, hear, and talk about the innovations and challenges of mixing in one of today's more unique immersive environments.

At Music Biz 2025, Lisa Hresko of A2IM moderated a panel on growth strategies for independent music companies, a topic which she touches upon in this podcast recorded live at the Conference! She further expands the conversation to discuss how artists can “choose their own adventure” in the industry today by tapping into the independent community. Lisa also speaks on A2IM's current projects, including advocacy for the HITS Act and other legislation.

We are rewinding and playing back some of our favorite guests during the month of August. Today we have a great conversation with the CEO and co-founder of LyricFind. Listen in to find out how Darryl got his first investor, and what Microsoft, childhood bedrooms, outdated websites, and roller coasters have to do with anything. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

Insights In Sound 177 - Malcolm Toft, Co-founder, Trident Audio Designs Our salute to Trident continues as we chat with Malcolm Toft, employee number one at Trident Studios and the designer of the legendary Trident consoles. In an era where the music industry was changing by leaps and bounds, Trident made its mark as one of the UK's first independent studios. Hired as the Studio's very first engineer, Malcolm then took on the challenge of building Trident's own multichannel console, leading to the development of the legendary A-Range, B-Range, and subsequent mixing desks.

We are rewinding and playing back some of our favorite guests during the month of August. Starting with…. The great debate! It's been five years since Mark Mulligan of MIDiA Research gave the keynote at the first Music Tectonics Conference. This year we had him, along with Tatiana Cirisano, back to Music Tectonics. Instead of the standard conference keynote (because why would we do standard?) we had an election-year style debate that we called The Great Bifurcation Debate. Tune in as they each argue their side – “Play” and “Listen” and their observations for what the future may hold with each.    Read MIDiA's report on bifurcation here. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

We spoke with Carrie Colliton of DORS & Record Store Day at Music Biz 2025 about the recent sales surge at indie record stores, how sales data from record stores was on the verge of exclusion from Luminate reporting, and the power of community that brought about the deal to keep that data counted. The conversation also touches on both the positive and the negative effects of streaming on indie music, as streaming helps new fans discover albums they want to own on CD or vinyl but can also devalue music through lower price points. Carrie also talks about how physical music continues to be an expression of personality for music fans, and how it allows for true ownership in the digital age.

Join the Music Tectonics team for the June Seismic Activity with special guest Andrew Kahn, Managing Partner of Yamaha Music Innovation Fund. Hear Andrews best practices for pitching him (or not) at a conference, and what he feels is the most important aspect of any pitch deck. Hint: It's not a great power point. We also hear queries specific to founders in attendance. Among them are questions about funding AI startups, is it possible to compete with Ticketmaster, and what about this innovative new musical instrument? Really great insight from the heart of the funding world.    The News! The most important chart in music right now?   Getting AI companies to agree to licensing deals with copyright owners is “not doable” and “China's not doing it”, rambles Trump   Live Music News: GigSalad, Lightroom, new boards @ MVT, LIVE   The Death of the Middle-Class Musician   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Remember when Michael Bublé was an abominable snowman and chased people with snowballs? Well, maybe you don't, but a lot of people do. Or what about when NLE Choppa showed up in FPS Ops? In this episode Dmitri talks with Mike Gubman of Chartis about the creative collaborations between musicians and game developers and what sort of opportunities those collabs create. Also, the News!    SiriusXM is launching a paid ad-supported tier. Will music streamers follow suit?   If your music strategy is ‘quick hits' on the US charts in 2025… good luck.   Concert ticket prices increased 80.5% in 3 years, 4X inflation   HITS Act becomes law in a Big Win For Independent Artists   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.

We sat down with Chuka Chase, co-founder of SymphonyOS, during Music Biz 2025 to talk about his company, his experience at the Conference, and the convergence of the music and tech industries. He discusses his professional journey which led him from the tech space to music, as he compares and contrasts how both industries operate. He also covers how the internet has made the music industry less siloed, and how SymphonyOS continues this democratization of knowledge for today's artists. Finally, Chuka shares his experience speaking on a 2025 panel to an audience of startup founders like him.

Insights In Sound 175 - Sam Berkow - Acoustician/Innovator He's been behind the design of some legendary concert halls and venues, as well as the creation of the SMAART system of predictive analysis used by multitudes of audio engineers worldwide.We caught up with Sam at the InfoComm Show in Orlando, Florida.

Today we have a fascinating conversation with Randy Nichols, artist manager and CEO of Force Media Management. Randy's been at the forefront of attempting to figure out the ticketing strategy math, especially the scalper side of the equation. We hear about his dive into the cold hard data, scalper chat rooms, and that time he sent someone undercover to the Ticket Scalpers Convention. We also talk about the allure of the “super fan” and why that is… baloney. Also we get into merch, and the general state of live music today.    News! YouTube to demonetize AI-generated videos starting July 15 Why fandom's ‘more is more' era could backfire YouTube's ‘Ask Studio' feature adds AI insight to its analytics Report: Threads is closing in on X's daily active users total   Shoutouts! Immensity_AI Klaviyo Openstage   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Simply put, there is nothing trifling about Kathleen Wirt. Running the legendary 4th Street Studios in Santa Monica for 35 years, she's seen it all and then some. And yet she continues to be passionate about music and the arts, and curious about the human condition. It's a fascinating conversation.  

Today we talk with Cullen Hendrix, Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, about the impact of tariffs on musical instruments. A trained political scientist as well as having a background as a touring musician, Hendrix has a really distinctive lens in which to view the tariff news. We talk about how tariffs on Chinese imports could stifle the next generation of musicians, the potential consequences for the used instrument market, and the effects on American culture as a whole.    News! The Velvet Sundown is an AI band after all, with its music created on Suno, confesses a spokesperson   AI in disguise? Music lovers angry at Spotify for promoting an allegedly fake band   Can the music industry make AI the next Napster?   Cloudflare launches a marketplace that lets websites charge AI bots for scraping   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.

We caught up with Virginie Berger, Founder of Don't Believe the Hype and Advisor at MUSICx; fmr. MatchTune during Music Biz 2025 for a conversation covering the sentiments of fear and concern surrounding the uncharted territory that is AI. She addresses the complications and confusion today's music market faces, current copyright wins & losses, the fine line AI walks in terms of what is & isn't forbidden, and MatchTune's AI detection and audio fingerprinting solutions. Touching on legislation in the US, UK and Europe, she explains how rushed governance in the past failed to take into account the issues we are facing now. Virginie also discusses her Music Biz panel on what lessons the music business can learn about embracing new tech from the adult entertainment industry, and how the Conference serves as a forum for all types of topics.

Benny Rietveld has worn multiple hats over the course of his career. The Utrect-born, Hawaii-raised bassist has played with the likes of Miles Davis, Shiela E, and has been Santana's bassist and musical director for close to 25 years. He caught up at the Hideout Studios in Las Vegas.

Join us today as we talk with Jessica Sobhraj, the co-founder and CEO of Cosynd; a platform that helps creators protect their copyrights. We start by talking about the complex legal maneuvers involving the US Copyright Office; we then head into the ongoing impact of AI and the proactive steps you should take to safeguard your intellectual property.    But first, the news!  Anthropic Scores Major Fair Use Win in Authors' Infringement Suit: ‘Using Copyrighted Works to Train LLMs to Generate New Text Was Quintessentially Transformative'   Affordances in the brain: The human superpower AI hasn't mastered   Deezer Exec Says ‘There's No Going Back' on AI Music: ‘The Industry Will Need to Make a Decision'   The music industry is building the tech to hunt down AI songs   Shoutouts mentioned 5 Calls Sureel   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

The Price of Music is returning on Wednesday 9th July 2025– and each week we'll be exploring some of the big music stories of the past seven days. Steve and Stuart will be finding out where the money's going and attempting to explain how the industry works.We'll bring you the headline figures, the hot topics of the week; and discussing what it all means for us as music fans.So whether it's record deals or streaming royalties; ticket prices or technology, we'll be helping to demystify what goes on behind the scenes and what makes the music industry tick.We will also be answering your questions and interviewing key music biz people, from artists to A&R scouts; from managers to moguls.

On today's episode we talk with Bomo Piri, Chief Brand Officer at Native Instruments. Our conversation begins with the techno Berlin roots of the brand and dives into what's happening today with their strategic partnerships -- like the London based Young Urban Artist Foundation, and a very cool sounding recent collab with Mustard at Coachella. We chat about Bomo's unique marketing approach as well as the importance of authentic community engagement, and how they see that as a throughline to most of their marketing efforts.   The News! US music publishing revenue jumped 13.4% to $7bn in 2024, outpacing the growth rate of recorded music   PlayStation's concert series is coming to the US   UMG JV with investment firm WTSL focuses on ‘artist-led IP'   Sony Music CEO Talks AI: ‘We Are Going to Do Deals for New Music AI Products This Year'   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Edward Ginis, Founder and CEO of OpenPlay, attended his 15th Music Biz Conference this year. In this episode, he discusses how the Conference continues to evolve with the times, providing true substance and debate over platitudes and hype. In the same vein, Edward touches on just how crucial it is for our industry to nurture entrepreneurs and startups in a mutually beneficial relationship. He discusses how the Conference's startup programming, including OpenPlay's “Break The Silos. Build The Future.” Hackathon, allows our industry to both progress in tandem with the tech space and show investors that music companies are worth collaborating with. Finally, he covers hot-button topics such as AI and copyright registration, and how we as an industry have to step up where the government leaves gaps!

John Ellis' long and winding road led through performing, recording, engineering, teaching, and then some. Currently one of two main techs at the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences, we caught up with him in the midst of customizing a new console for Bob Clearmountain.

On today's podcast we have a truly amazing talk with Damien Riehl, a musician and technology lawyer who is one of the masterminds behind All the Music Project; an algorithmically generated catalogue of 471 billion melodies, which was then put into the public domain in an attempt to protect musicians from being sued for copyright claims. It is a fascinating conversation. Damien's Ted Talk here   News! Gen Z is embracing a digital detox and the ‘Martha Stewart summer'   Apple Intelligence Is Gambling on Privacy as a Killer Feature   The iPhone is your karaoke mic in tvOS 26's Apple Music Sing   Nothing will stand in the way of independents (and why the world's first three-person indie unicorn is only a matter of time away)   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

She's part of the DNA of the legendary Capitol Records studios, as well as a legend in her own right. A rare pleasure to dig deep with the inimitable Paula Salvatore.

”Create a flurry of content.   But do not put $10,000 aside for a celebrity to come in and talk about your brand. I want you to go after thirty smaller creators with followings between ten and thirty thousand.” Today we hear from Adam McHeffey, the former CMO of Artiphon and current Chief Creative Officer at Rock Paper Scissors to discuss effective strategies for marketing musical instruments. Key points include the significance of IRL networking, the importance of strategic planning, and the role of traditional PR. Adam also provides some very clear step-by-step marketing strategies. This episode is a must for anyone looking to launch a new product or musical instrument.   News! Events-tech firm Fever raises its latest nine-digit funding round   AI, bot farms and innocent indie victims: how music streaming became a hotbed of fraud and fakery   Do not settle.   AM Radio Mandate is Moving in Congress — But Should It Pair with Performance Royalty Requirements?   ‘Ethical' AI Music Firms React to the Majors' Suno-Udio Licensing Talks: ‘We Just Get Left Behind'   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

It takes a special kind of person to keep the tech behind the creativity running. Joe Vezzetti has been the guy behind the scenes for decades. We met up at Cherokee Studios, home of one of the few remaining legendary Trident A Range consoles.  

Today we bring you the recording from our latest on-line Seismic Event, “Artist Careers in a Parallel Universe.” It was an exploration into the livelihood of three working artists; Clara Venice, Vivek Agrawal, and The Phronetic. RPS Chief Creative Officer, Adam McHeffey talks with them about how they are using new technology to fuel their creative visions, how they've built brand relationships, and importantly, how they're monetizing their networks. Great insight into how they make it work. Also! stick around for the news.   Seismic Activity Guests Vivek Agrawal The Cassette Speaker The Oasis   Clara Venice Locket   The Phronetic   Sign up for the next Seismic Activity!   Links to the News What Is Going On With the Chaos At the Copyright Office? Fake Podcasts EU artists generated more than $1.8 billion on Spotify in 2024, up 15% YoY   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!  Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.

Ace came up as a live mixer in the '90s at some of L.A.'s  legendary clubs, honing his chops on up and coming bands like Rage Against the Machine, Incubus, and Red Hot Chili Peppers, and worked his way up to touring with legends like Sammy Hagar, Joe Satriani, Dream Theater, and Three Doors Down. He told me he'd be happy to do the show but, "I don't want to sit around in some boring studio. Let's go for a drive." So we went for a drive past some of the old L.A. club haunts and talked about everything and nothing. Buckle up.

On today's news roundup show Dmitri and Eleanor tackle the week's music tech news. They discuss Spotify's app store changes, Apple Music's new transfer tool, and so many AI music industry developments, including the $10 million AI music fraud case.    News you might want to read: Spotify says App Store changes have boosted its subscriptions   Apple Music's new transfer tool simplifies switching from other streaming services   Martina McBride Speaks Out Against AI Deepfakes at Senate Hearing: ‘It's Just Terrifying'   Udio launches mobile app using Apple's in-app purchases system   OpenAI has hardware ambitions – and a $6.5bn deal to ignite them   ‘A Billion Streams and No Fans': Inside a $10 Million AI Music Fraud Case   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

He's got an old school production ethos planted firmly in the 21st century, a stellar multi-room studio, and awards for his work with artists ranging from Ozzy and Disturbed to Shania Twain. We got into some deep conversation with The Hideout Studio's Kevin Churko.

In today's episode we welcome pioneering innovator Ty Roberts, founder of Gracenote, and former CTO of Universal Music Group. We talk about some of the pivotal moments in his career including Gracenote's role in the development of iTunes, and working with David Bowie on generative music. We discuss the future of visual music experiences, the rise of AI in music creation, and the possibilities for personalized live events using advanced technologies.    Shoutouts from the News Are Tech Bros Hijacking the Music Industry? An Urgent Look at the Latest AI Developments SoundCloud Says Users' Music Isn't Being Used for AI Training Following Backlash Licensing AI music: the industry is focusing on the wrong problem U.S. Copyright Office Releases New Report on Legality of AI Training, Suggesting Law Is With Rightsholders on Key Issues Taco Bell launches record club with 2025 Feed The Beat class   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.

On today's episode, Dmitri and Tristra discuss the news of the week. They review recent acquisitions like Monstercat and BANDS, and discuss the economic confidence of the music sector despite economic downturns. They also talk about the evolving role of AI and the implications of recent legal copyright cases on AI training data. It's a lot of news to round up!    Shoutouts Create Music Group acquires again, swooping for indie electronic label Monstercat Jay Penske Takes Control of SXSW: Will Profits, Politics Overtake Festival? Trump signals willingness to extend TikTok ban deadline again Arts agency terminates dozens of grants after Trump proposes eliminating NEA Are Music Companies Seeing Consumer Pullback? This Week's Earnings Calls Offered an Answer Live Nation predicts ‘historic year' despite revenue decline Judge in Meta case warns AI could 'obliterate' market for original works Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Report   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Today we are talking with Valeska Pederson Hinz, partner at Perkins Coie, about what's happening in the world of music tech investment. Valeska has extensive experience in guiding companies and investors from Series A to IPO and has an indispensable vantage point. Our conversation includes the current state of venture capital funding, the impact of generative AI on the industry and the ongoing legal debates surrounding fair use versus licensing in AI training data. She also has practical advice for startup founders from the legal standpoint of someone who guides growth stage companies.    News Shoutouts UMG generated $3bn+ in Q1 Spotify posts record-high operating profit for Q1 Splice acquires Spitfire Audio Epidemic Sound acquires AI startup Song Sleuth  NMPA says Spotify's Q1 growth due to ‘undercutting of songwriters' via audiobook bundling Jack Dorsey's ‘Delete All IP Law' post highlights the hypocrisy of Big Tech Billionaires Hearing Things   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Today Dmitri talks with Cherie Hu, music industry analyst and founder of Water and Music. We start by discussing the Ouroboros project which maps the complicated and intertwined stakes in the music industry held by various entities, including private equity firms, media conglomerates, and tech companies like Tencent. We also talk about shifting power dynamics between the majors and the independents, the impact of AI – particularly generative AI, and trends in rights management and live music.    Shoutouts Water and Music Ouroboros Map Water and Music Soundcloud Reverb Sold By Etsy to Fender Parent and Firm Led By SoundCloud Alum A24 Makes Its Move Into the Music Scene 'You Are Somehow a Villain If You Use It' JPMorgan CEO Says Something Everyone Can Agree On: "Kill Meetings" and Corporate Jargon   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

In this episode, Dmitri speaks with Mark Mulligan, veteran tech analyst and leading digital thinker from MIDiA Research. Topics include the slowing growth of streaming revenue, shifts in market share among major and independent labels, the rise of the global south in subscriber numbers, and the impact of super-premium subscriptions on monetization. We also talk about the future potential disruptions from AI and legal challenges and how the music industry might adapt and innovate in the face of these changes.   News Shoutouts! The Music Industry Wants Solutions. But Do Listeners See Problems?   Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt: AI That is ‘as smart as the smartest artist' Will Be Here in 3 to 5 Years   ​​Tariff-Proof, Recession-Proof Music Industry Will Thrive Despite Global Uncertainty   AI Music Invasion Doubles on Deezer: 20,000 Bot-Created Tracks Now Uploaded Each DAY to Streaming Platform   Record Scratch: How Tariffs and Uncertainty Are Hurting Vinyl Manufacturing in America   China Halts Critical Exports as Trade War Intensifies   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.  

Building on our series of interviews with Atlanta locals, we spoke with Byron, Ryon & Tyson Horne, better known as The Horne Brothers. To commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop, the brothers highlighted Atlanta in their 2024 documentary, “The South Got Something To Say.” Though Hip-Hop's birthplace is credited as New York, the documentary discusses how a large share of popular hits and collaborations have come from Atlanta. It also covers the city's status as a music melting pot that has created unique, cross-genre sounds through a welcoming network of studios, artists, producers and other talent. This makes Atlanta a strong force in the overall music economy, and therefore the perfect place for music execs to meet for Music Biz 2025. Tune in to hear more on how music impacts the city's education system, sports & film sectors, and how both the Music Biz Conference and Atlanta's local government can spark impactful movements.

Today we have Glen Peoples from Billboard to discuss the major trends within the music industry. Our conversation covers a lot! Including the rise of rollups and acquisitions to build label services, the increasing importance of music licensing, the role of AI in the music tech investment landscape, and the cyclical nature of consolidation and its broader impacts on the future of the industry.    News Shoutouts   Startup oMoo Gets Hands-On With its Haptics-based music App MCP: The New “USB-C for AI” That's Bringing Fierce Rivals Together   NMPA CEO Talks Spotify Podcast Takedowns and AI Strategy, Warns Against Government-Led PRO Reform   Eternal Celebrities: The Multi-Billion Opportunity Coming The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.