In this episode of Talking Trends, music gaming expert Charlie D'Atri joins Tim Ingham to discuss Fortnite's music festival, Spotify's $10k earners, and the impact of non-English artists. They explore Fortnite's in-game music store, Epic Games' acquisition of Harmonix, and global artist earnings on Spotify. The conversation delves into the evolving music industry landscape and the growing importance of diverse revenue streams.

Charlie D'Atri joins Tim Ingham to discuss BMI's $100 million songwriter payout and Universal's investment in WeVerse. They explore the impact on creators, superfan strategies, direct-to-consumer models, and fan engagement in the music industry.

Deezer's 26m track purge, TikTok's manipulated audio, and Skibidi Toilet trend driven by Timbaland track. Insights on music curation, AI in music creation, and challenges faced by artists and platforms.

Discussing Soho House's financial struggles and a potential battle between Denis Ladegaillerie and Warner Music Group for control of Believe, with insights into market trends, strategic acquisitions, and the impact of public investment in the music business.

Topics discussed include recent lay-offs at major music companies and Universal Music Group's $240 million investment in Chord Music. The conversation delves into the changing landscape of record labels, the influence of radio, and historical management strategies in the music business.