On this episode we sit down with Gareth Deakin to talk about successful business collaborations and the various types of partnerships  – from distribution, to technology and marketing. He underscores the necessity of clear mental models and the importance of viewing these partnerships as frameworks for value creation and strong commercial relationships.   Links to shoutouts mentioned in the episode, and the Music Tectonics Conference 2024!   Music Tectonics Conference   Seismic Activity – June 2024 Creator Tools and the Recording Industry   Business Model Canvas   Maarten Walraven     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!

This is a live recording from our online Seismic Event of May 8th. Join us as we navigate the brave new world of generative AI music with some of the industry's sharpest minds. Amadea Choplin, COO of PEX, Charles Alexander, of Vinil and Remington Scott, from Hyperreal shed light on the pressing need for tracing, control, and monetization in an era where AI can replicate musical artistry with uncanny precision.    Next Seismic Activity event! Creator Tools and the Recording Industry   Music Tectonics Conference   Pex   Hyperreal   Vinil 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!

Dmitri and Tristra scan the horizon of music tech news and discuss the latest ripples and waves shaping our industry. From “multiplayer mode” music experiences, where fans and artists blur the lines in a remix-friendly world, to Spotify's controversial new bundling practices – these are only a couple of the many topics we get into. Join us.    Rock Paper Scissors Scanner   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!   

As the music industry morphs, Dmitri and Sami Forzinetti deep dive into a conversation that touches on the decentralization of income streams and the rise of direct artist-fan connections. We dissect the evolving roles of labels, the implications of platforms like TikTok and Substack on artist income, and the potential of new funding models that are rewriting the rules.    Dream Street  Concord  LVRN/Matt Pincus 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!

Aram Sinnreich and Jesse Gilbert discuss how data is revolutionizing the music industry, from algorithmic music discovery to AI-generated music. They touch on the implications of data-driven music, like copyright concerns and increased collaboration in music making. The podcast explores the impact of data on culture, AI ethics, and historical community-building in the music industry.

Listen in to the conversation I had with expert Bob Moczydlowsky, former Managing Director of Techstars Music, about what trends and investment shifts he sees shaking up the music tech startup space. This was a live Seismic Activity event, open to all and held monthly. RSVP for the next one 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!

If you’re a regular listener, you know we run the Music Tectonics conference. Early EARLY bird tickets are now on sale, and it’s time for you to think about joining us on the beach in Santa Monica CA. Find out about this year's keynote speaker—and why it's a big deal that he's back! We share a few audio snapshots from the conference to give you a taste of the music innovation conversations that take place there. 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!

Join Dr. Portia Sabin, President of the Music Business Association, and Dmitri in a candid discussion about how technology is propelling the industry forward. Their conversation touches on how tech helps to mitigate issues like fraud, and how it is reshaping the way we experience live events. Portia and Dmitri discuss the interplay between innovation and the need for unity amongst the industry's various sectors. 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!

This episode contains a host of insider knowledge. For example, did you know that ideally your pitch to an investor would not go further out than the next twelve months? And that the strength of your team could be more important than your innovative idea. Join Dmitri for a rooftop discussion at SXSW 2024, as he talks with Xavier Péters of Lean Square about his thoughts for securing successful music tech startup funding. The conversation touches on a wide range of topics, including how to find increasingly organized angel investors, and what sectors Xavier is betting on in the coming year.    Lean Square Investors Wallifornia Music Tech Summit 2024 July 9-11   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!   

Karlyn King, a researcher, discusses the allure of vinyl records in the digital age, emphasizing the tangible connection and concrete experience they provide. The conversation explores the cultural significance of vinyl, contrasting it with the streaming era's music rental concept. They delve into vinyl ownership across generations, technological determinism, the impact of technology on nostalgia, and the importance of recognizing superfans in the music industry.