Uncover how lyrics are driving music innovation with our guest, Darryl Ballantyne, CEO and founder of LyricFind. This episode dives deep into the magic of Lyric IQ, a tool that uses AI to expose the concealed meanings in songs, proving that even the most cheerful tunes can have a darker undertone—you’ll never hear MMMBop the same way again! We'll also explore how LyricFind's innovative technology enables services to create child-friendly streaming platforms through content filtration. Darryl dis...
Nov 20, 2023•37 min
This week, We’re bringing you one of our favorite experiences of the 2023 Music Tectonics Conference: a fireside chat with Tatiana Cirisano of MIDiA Research. We called it Music in a Post-stream Era: a Fireside Chat, but the fire was the Santa Monica sun and the chat was on a beautiful rooftop. As the discussion unravels, we delve into the future of the music industry, shedding light on platforms like Twitch and YouTube's pivotal roles, and the . urgent need to better monetize consumer creation,...
Nov 15, 2023•31 min•Ep. 282
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, ...
Nov 08, 2023•41 min•Ep. 281
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 ben...
Nov 01, 2023•18 min•Ep. 280
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' l...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 279
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 Se...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 278
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...
Oct 11, 2023•42 min•Ep. 277
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 fa...
Oct 04, 2023•49 min•Ep. 276
This week Dmitri sits down with Aadit Parikh and Joe Tou from Sony Ventures, gaining a unique and in-depth understanding of how Sony Ventures operates as a hybrid model between strategic and institutional VCs, and their unique approach to identifying and exploring new opportunities in the entertainment space. Explore Sony's approach to venture capital and innovation, providing invaluable resources and insights to startups, and facilitating conversations and introductions that prove crucial durin...
Sep 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 275
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 A...
Sep 20, 2023•26 min•Ep. 274
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...
Sep 13, 2023•54 min•Ep. 273
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 re...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 272
Get ready to journey into the future of the music industry with our special guest, Juliette Rolnick, an astute investor at Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments. Get insights on how BDMI is influencing the music tech sector, and discuss the upcoming Music Tectonics conference and its unique Music Tech startup competition, Swimming with Narwhals. You'll also learn the importance of establishing relationships within the media industry, and how it plays a crucial role in investment strategies. How ...
Aug 30, 2023•42 min•Ep. 271
This week, Dmitri Vietze sits down with Roland’s Vice President of Global Customer Experience, Paul McCabe. Hear stories from Paul’s own musical journey and the tarp-covered object that started it all. Find out how a life-threatening experience and a medical breakthrough shaped Roland’s origin story in Japan. Get Paul’s insights on music tech’s influence on musical history—and how AI could be a positive influence on music creation. How can the rise of new technologies aid and continue human expe...
Aug 23, 2023•51 min•Ep. 270
Let’s get sci-fi! This week, Tristra Newyear Year sits down with Spencer Topel, acclaimed American artist and founder and CEO of Physical Synthesis, to explore the frontier of quantum computing and music. Learn more about Physical Synthesis, the hardware startup producing unique products that bridge the virtual and physical world through patented sound and haptic technologies. Get a backstage pass to Spencer’s residency at the Yale Quantum Institute and the creation of his Quantum Sound album. E...
Aug 16, 2023•38 min•Ep. 269
Breaking news! This week, join Dmitri Vietze, and Tristra Newyear-Yeager for a news roundup of current events and emerging trends across the music industry. How has AI continued to influence content creation? How do background and social consumption impact engagement and marketing strategies? Learn more about the current state of the NFT marketplace and investments in web3. Find out how event tech and consumer demand have fueled an unprecedented year in live music. Get the latest updates on the ...
Aug 09, 2023•48 min•Ep. 268
This week, Dmitri Vietze sits down with Lee Kebler to explore the frontier of immersive tech and spatial computing. Learn more about Lee’s unique journey from being a touring DJ to building immersive experiences that are redefining the tech landscape. Dive into the world of music production and examine how the merging of physical and digital spaces can make music more globally accessible. Dissect the controversy surrounding the term 'Metaverse' and its implications for spatial computing. Is it j...
Aug 02, 2023•48 min•Ep. 267
In this week’s episode, meet two of the star sponsors of this year’s 5th Annual Music Tectonics Conference! Tristra Newyear Yeager sits down with Con Raso of Tuned Global and founders Tracy and Robbie DeBarros of Revohloo the the latest shifts at the convergence of music and tech that are shaping the music industry. Learn more about Tuned Global, the leading B2B music streaming service providing turnkey streaming solutions to help brands and companies quickly add music, audio or video streaming ...
Jul 27, 2023•52 min•Ep. 266
In this week’s episode, Tristra Newyear Yeager sits down with David Turner, founder of Penny Fractions,a music business newsletter covering topics from music streaming, the history of major labels, catalog sales and much more. Hear David’s perspective on the relationship between music and social media,Royalty distribution models for streaming and more. Tune in this week for insight on some of the hot topics in the music industry today. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the ...
Jul 19, 2023•53 min•Ep. 265
In this week’s episode, Dmitri Vietze sits down with Brooke Jackson, head of operations of Aimi, to explore how AI is shaping the music industry. Learn more about Aimi, the generative music platform allowing users to interact with composition of music in real time and create continuous music experiences. Find out how AI is streamlining the creative workflow with Aimi Studio. Grammy award winning singer and music industry veteran Brooke Jackson tackles the latest issues in generative music includ...
Jul 12, 2023•52 min•Ep. 264
This week, tie on those sneakers and jog along with Tristra Newyear Yeager and Mansimran Singh, Lead Engineer at Weav, a company that applies adaptive music and audio to fitness. Mani digs into the challenges Weav faced in getting the music business on board with adaptive music for their original running app, Weav Run, one of the first to attempt to make music match listener's activities in real time. How can new tech change the way we train? How can the music business race to capture this impor...
Jul 05, 2023•32 min•Ep. 263
It’s a Rock Paper Scissors takeover! This week join Dmitri Vietze and Tristra Newyear Yeager to explore the power of cultural storytelling. Discover how cultural storytelling allows companies to build emotional connections with their audience by conveying the value of their products in new ways. Find out how creator tech companies can aim beyond the standard product reviews and create a major moment in the press. How will you weave your company deep into the fabric of new generations of customer...
Jun 28, 2023•31 min•Ep. 262
A Tokyo-based platform for music dealmaking, SURF brings the power back to creators by linking them with A&Rs and buyers across the global music industry. Find out how A&Rs and music buyers filter and discover songs using SURF’s fine-tuned AI-powered search. What happens when they discover unreleased demos by hundreds of songwriters, producers, and music creators from across the planet? Get Ken’s insights on the impact for creators when they access creative briefs from labels, ad agencie...
Jun 21, 2023•41 min•Ep. 261
In this episode of the podcast, Tristra talks with Hope Young, founder of Biomedical Music Solutions and an experienced music therapist. Find out how powerfully music and rhythm can affect the bodies and minds of patients from preemies to seniors. How does biomedical music activate different areas of the brain to improve balance and coordination in people with movement disorders? What other fields of medicine is music poised to revolutionize? Get Hope’s insights as a startup founder on the chall...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 260
This week, Dmitri Vietze and Tristra Newyear Yeager sit down with Michael Pelczynski, VP of Strategy at Soundcloud. Learn more about the latest innovations from Soundcloud including direct messaging and fan-powered royalties. Find out more about Michael’s role at Soundcloud. Discover the power of reward based fandom. Unlock the social experience of streaming and explore the intersection of music tech and education. How are platforms like Soundcloud connecting artists and fans in new ways? Find o...
Jun 07, 2023•33 min•Ep. 259
In this week’s episode, Tristra Newyear Yeager speaks with Kim Bingham, the founder and CEO of Mostrodarte, about her background as an artist and her journey to becoming an entrepreneur. Learn more about Mostrodarte, the platform empowering independent musicians. Explore the challenges that independent musicians face in the digital age, the value of music NFTs, and the potential of blockchain technology to provide transparency and a new business model for independent artists. Kim shares her stra...
May 31, 2023•42 min•Ep. 258
This week, Tristra Newyear Yeager sits down with Kris Ahrend, CEO of the Mechanical Licensing Collective to explore the business side of the music business. Learn more about the MLC, a non-profit organization established under the Music Modernization Act (2018) to administer digital mechanical licenses in the US. Find out how the MLC is illuminating the “black box” by distributing payments for historically unpaid royalties. Discover how the MLC is empowering creators with the knowledge and tools...
May 25, 2023•48 min•Ep. 257
What if music could prevent a stroke? What if the power of music and rhythm could help a patient with Parkinson’s coordinate mind and body? In this week’s episode, Tristra Newyear Yeager sits down with Nicc Johnson founder of Music Health to explore the intersection of health and music tech. Learn more about Music Health, the AI-powered music health platform empowering users to support their mental and physical health with music. Discover how Music Health’s precision music technology uses person...
May 17, 2023•50 min•Ep. 256
This week, Dmitri Vietze joins entertainment laywer and music industry savant Sandhya Surendran to explore the music industry in India. Learn more about Sandhya's role as founder and cousel at Lexic specializing in copyright law, licensing, royalties, and commercial transactions. Find out how the film industry has influenced copyright and licensing in India. Discover how India's massive film industry, streaming platforms, and major labels have shaped the music tech space. Explore the current lan...
May 11, 2023•46 min•Ep. 255
In this week’s episode, Dmitri Vietze joins Alex Mitchell, founder and CEO of Boomy to explore the future of AI-generated music. Learn more about Boomy, the browser-based music generation platform allowing users to create original songs in seconds. Find out how Boomy is breaking down the barriers to music creation, generating unique, original songs based on genre, mood, instrumentation, vocals, sound effects, and more! Explore how artists are incorporating AI to streamline the music creation pro...
May 04, 2023•58 min•Ep. 254
