Kakul Srivastava, CEO of Splice, drives innovation for music creators, while Tati Cirisano from MIDiA Research offers sharp industry insights. They delve into challenges faced by emerging artists, emphasizing the need for better tools and support. The duo discusses the growing role of AI in music, balancing accessibility with creative integrity. They explore the shifting landscape influenced by TikTok and the importance of nurturing new talent, along with the complexities of creator-rights holder relationships.

Mark Mulligan, a music industry analyst from MIDiA Research, and Tatiana Cirisano, a trend specialist at the same firm, dive deep into the bifurcation theory of the music industry. They engage in a lively debate about traditional versus innovative music consumption models. Highlights include the impact of streaming on audience engagement, the challenges artists face in monetization, and how platforms like TikTok are reshaping fan experiences. Their insights reveal the evolving landscape of music and the need for artists and labels to adapt.

Tatiana Cirisano, Researcher at MIDiA Research, discusses the future of the music industry in a post-stream era, highlighting the roles of platforms like Twitch and YouTube. The urgent need to monetize consumer creation is addressed, along with the expansion of the industry and prospects such as derivative content and AI-trained tracks. The impact of streaming models on music creators and the influence of AI in the industry are also examined.