Emma Wilkes

Music journalist and contributor to Drowned in Sound who writes the weekly newsletter and co-presents episodes, offering reporting and commentary on industry trends such as grassroots venues and AI in music.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 38min

The Stories of 2025 - Part 1: Megagigs, Grassroots, and AI slop

Emma Wilkes, a music journalist known for her insights on industry trends, joins Sean Adams to explore the biggest stories reshaping music in 2025. They discuss the stark contrast between record-breaking mega-gigs and the struggles of grassroots venues, questioning who truly benefits from this growth while artists face rising pressures. The conversation shifts to AI's real impact in music, from AI-generated acts to the ethical dilemmas surrounding copyright and the importance of human creativity. It's an eye-opening dive into the future of music and its underlying challenges.

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