Music Tectonics

This week, Tristra Newyear-Yeager and Dmitri Vietze take you on a retrospective of our annual Music Tectonics conference in sunny California. We'll reminisce about the energetic atmosphere of the Carousel at Santa Monica Pier, dig into our unique AI Alley, and reveal the magic of our innovative sound chairs. Then we turn our attention to the international stage with our discussions with Trade delegations from Korea and Norway.   Hear wonderful insights, like those shared by speakers Andrew Batey, Adam Rabinovitz, and Michael Pelczynski, as they dissected data-driven understanding of people's habits. Dae Bogan and Britnee Foreman shared with us their fervent discussions on metadata and its potential to empower artists. We grappled with thorny issues, such as streaming fraud, and celebrated encouraging trends like the surge in revenue for independent artists.    Finally, we'll gaze into the future of music, discussing the disruptive potential of AI. Join us as we navigate the space where music and tech intertwine, promising a future filled with exciting possibilities. 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!

Learn about the music industry and music tech in South Korea on this week's episode. Find out Korea's big players, the music tech startups, the role of K-pop, and emerging trends. Plus learn about a new metaverse music making system from a startup called Verses. Our first report-back from the 5th Annual Music Tectonics Conference comes from members of the South Korean trade mission brought to us by KOCCA and MU:CON, South Korea's music and entertainment fair. 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!

In this hauntingly enlightening installment of Music Tectonics, we unravel the intricacies of artist estates with journalist and music business thinker, Eamonn Forde. Join us as we examine what's typically included in an artist estate, such as recorded music rights, publishing and more. Journey through the world of posthumous music estates, as we touch on some intriguing subjects such as the impact of technology on the music industry, and the role of hologram tours in keeping deceased artists' legacies alive. We also look into some high-profile music estates, such as Elvis Presley's and the ripple effect it has had on the industry.  Explore the influence of streaming services on music rights and the implications of artist estates on the music industry. Listen in as we discuss the infamous Marvin Gaye 'Blurred Lines' lawsuit, and the impact it has had on musicians' creative autonomy. Plus, we also discuss the future of music, touching on the implications of AI and voice cloning, and how hologram tours are opening new avenues in the industry.  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're just days away from the Music Tectonics conference October 24th to 26th in Santa Monica and we have a very compelling three-part episode to get psyched, three topics critical to what's happening in music innovation right now. We kick off things with a dive into streaming fraud, the billion-dollar problem laid out by Beatdapp's co-founder, Morgan Hayduk. Then we examine the seismic evolutions in music data and data transparency that's transforming how rights holders are getting paid with Serona Elton from the Mechanical Licensing Collective. Listen through to the end of this episode to hear master producer Daniel Rowland talk about his experiments with all the major generative AI music models released in recent days and discover what sounds good, what sounds bizarre, and where generative music is heading.    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 us as we navigate the junction of mobile tech and music with Juan Saavedra of Kuack Media. Tune in to hear how Kuack Media Group is reimagining music streaming through innovative partnerships with mobile operators, fintech companies, and even gyms, to create bespoke streaming services. By targeting underprivileged audiences and emerging markets, they're not only nurturing a love for music but also encouraging deeper engagement with the music industry and local artists.   Discover the power of branded music streaming services and their potential to revolutionize customer engagement strategies, and walks through the fascinating evolution of music trends, from monophonic ringtones to today’s streaming giants. Discover how Latin American rhythms and sounds have taken the world stage with Juan's insightful take on the industry's future in this week’s episode.  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!   

Dive into a riveting discussion with Jonas Norberg, the head of AI at Tuned Global. Jonas paints a candid picture of how AI is not just making music more accessible but also sparking an explosion of creativity in the industry.   We also have the insightful Spencer Mann, VP of Growth at Moises, weighing in on this exciting topic. Moises, with its impressive community of over 35 million musicians, is harnessing the power of AI to unlock unprecedented avenues of artistic expression. Spencer shares fascinating instances of how AI is empowering both musicians and their audience, including how it's playing a game-changing role in areas like brain injury rehabilitation.   What are the challenges facing AI music – how do we define quality? What implications does this technology have for copyright and employment in the industry? Find out in this week’s episode. 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!

Adit Parikh and Joseph Tou from Sony Ventures discuss their unique approach to identifying opportunities in the entertainment space. They explore Sony's role in venture capital and innovation, their investments in music tech companies, and the impact of COVID-19 on consumer behavior. The podcast also covers the challenges of investing in music tech, the importance of community in the industry, and advice for founders seeking investment.

This week, Tristra and Shayli discuss the upcoming Music Tectonics conference and its various panels. We shed light on the positive impact of AI in the music industry, highlighting the panel “Music Meets AI Navigating: a Positive Future” featuring Tuned Global, Endel, and TIDAL. Tristra gives her perspective on Endel's unique approach to creating immersive soundscapes with AI that take functional audio to the next level.    We further explore the conference, highlighting the fireside chat between Andreea Gleeson of TuneCore and Kristin Robinson of Billboard, and the “Untangling Music Data for the Benefit of All" panel featuring Dae Bogan from the MLC and Britnee Foreman from Exceleration Music. Plus Dmitri hijacks the airwaves for breaking news from the Swimming with Narwhals Startup Pitch Competition! Don't miss this opportunity to get insights from the forefront of music technology in this week’s episode.    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!   

Independent artists have long had ways to make and distribute music themselves, but financing projects has always been tough. That’s all changing, as artist advances are increasingly democratized, even for artists without a label deal. Peter Harvey and Lars Murray of RoyFi lay out exactly how this works and what it means for artists. We explore their path into the music industry and Roy-Fi's pioneering efforts to provide equitable, affordable access to capital for artists.    Along with artists, we'll examine how RoyFi is actively supporting independent labels, distributors, and other partners, and the noteworthy collaborations that are ensuring a more prosperous future for the music industry.   We'll also discuss emerging trends and the importance of adapting to seize new opportunities, hear about the impacts of streaming fraud on the cost of capital and how companies are battling it, and shine a spotlight on thought leaders and companies that are making waves in the music innovation space. Learn more about the exciting developments shaping the music industry in this week’s episode. 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!

Catch up with leaders in music and innovation who are deeply involved with the Music Tectonics Conference this October as Dmitri and Tristra sit down with three fantastic guests.  Check in on what’s bubbling up in every part of the music landscape and get a taste of the in-depth conversations we’ll be having at the conference.  First up, Tristra sits down with Bill Colitre at Music Reports on the state of music licensing now that the AI cat is out of the generative bag, and how Music Reports is responding. Then, Dmitri chats with Andreea Gleeson of TuneCore to talk about how they are simultaneously continuing to support independent artist careers while leaning into how AI can extend artist revenue, such as with their work with Grimes’ AI project.  Finally, Tristra returns with a conversation with David Knox of Reactional Music to get a perspective on how innovations in music are converging with the rise of gaming culture to lead to deeper collaborations and more immersive experiences. Preview the excitement of the Music Tectonics Conference in this week’s episode! 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!