SoundBreaker

In this episode of Soundbreaker, host Bob Shami chats with Ryder Havdale, founder and CEO of Helios Creators Inc. Ryder shares his inspiring journey from reluctant piano student to successful musician and entrepreneur. They dive into the challenges of the music industry, how Helios empowers artists, and Ryder's take on the future of music, technology, and AI. Packed with personal stories, touring...

In this episode of Soundbreaker, Bob Shami chats with Tristra Yeager, the Chief Strategy Officer at Rock Paper Scissors Inc. They dive into Tristra's journey in music and public relations (PR), and why it's super important for artists to take charge of promoting their music. Tristra also talks about her time as a journalist, teaching, and her love for writing novels. They explore how AI tools are...

In this episode of Soundbreaker, Daniel Cutler dives into his journey in the music industry, from working with major labels to co-founding the iconic indie label Arts and Crafts. He talks about the power of sync placements, the challenges of managing data, and why he believes in slowing down to focus on quality. Daniel also shares his passion for teaching the next generation of music professionals...

In this episode, Jessica Muñiz-Collado, founder and CEO of NIZCO Music, shares her inspiring journey in the music industry and her passion for helping artists thrive. She dives into the four pillars of a sustainable music career, her experiences as a musician and composer, and the differences between the Miami and Dallas music scenes. Jessica also offers valuable advice for struggling musicians, d...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Tres Williams, Founder & CEO of The Rights, as he shares his journey in the music industry, his time at iHeartMedia, and the challenges artists face with legal issues. Tres dives into the inspiration behind starting The Rights, a platform that simplifies music licensing for independent artists, and explores the future of radio, streaming, and AI in m...

In this episode, Alpha Koroma Jr., the founder and CEO of Out the Mud, shares his amazing story of how he went from being an athlete to a music industry leader. Growing up in New Jersey, Alpha loved both sports and music. He eventually got into music production and started helping artists grow their careers. He talks about his journey from playing college sports to serving in the Marine Corps, and...

Join Chris Walch and Dani Sawyerr, the co-founders of LifeScore Music, as they explore the world of cool, interactive music! Learn how they got started in the music tech industry and hear about their amazing projects, like making music that adapts to your mood for Bentley Motors and a Twitch show called "Artificial Next." Find out how LifeScore Music is changing the way we listen to music, helping...

In this episode of Soundbreaker, Bob Shami sits down with Jeff Lupker and Jason Kowalczyk, co-founders of Staccato, a groundbreaking AI platform for musicians and creators. Jeff and Jason share their journey from music and deep learning, and forensic accounting, to launching Staccato, a tool that acts as a co-writer, offering high-quality suggestions and digital instruments to enhance the creative...

In this episode, Bob Shami chats with Rob Sealy, the Chief Strategy Officer of OpenStage, about how his passion for music led him to revolutionize the industry. Rob dives into the common challenges artists face and how OpenStage empowers them by enhancing fan engagement and data control. Discover how artists are using OpenStage to connect with fans, sell tickets and merchandise, and create more pe...

Join Bob Shami as he interviews Tony van Veen, CEO of DIY Media Group, in an inspiring episode about the music industry's evolution. From punk rock drummer to CEO of Disc Makers and BookBaby, Tony shares his journey and insights on adapting to technological shifts. Discover the resurgence of vinyl, the lasting appeal of physical media, and how new tech like TikTok and AI are shaping music's future...

In this episode, join Yudu Gray Jr, Davina Thomas, and Kevin Cruz, the co-founders of 24/7 Artists, as they share their inspiring journey in the music industry. Learn how their passion for music and personal experiences led them to create a global community that empowers artists. Discover the challenges they faced, the lessons they learned, and the importance of mentorship and relationships in bui...

In this episode, Bob Shami sits down with Fred Ranger, VP of Marketing at LANDR, to explore his journey from musician to industry leader. Fred shares insights on innovative marketing strategies, including a viral Facebook campaign and app growth at Stingray. He also highlights the crucial role of storytelling in business, the power of AI in music, and how LANDR empowers artists with tools for prod...

Join us as we chat with Joe Aboud, Founder & CEO of 444 Sounds! In this episode, Joe shares his journey from starting in the music industry to his time at Apple Music. He breaks down the differences between major and indie labels, the power of building relationships with digital streaming platforms, and how TikTok and Instagram Reels are shaking up the music world. Plus, Joe talks about the fu...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Nick Venti, CEO and co-founder of PlusMusic! 🚀 Nick shares his inspiring journey from musician to entrepreneur, and how PlusMusic is revolutionizing the gaming experience by customizing soundtracks. Discover how gamers can tailor their music based on gameplay and even remove stems for a personalized experience. Nick also opens up about the challenges of...

In this episode, we chat with Lisa J. Robinson, founder and CEO of Adagio Music Consulting, LLC. Lisa shares her inspiring journey in the music business, including her roles at Harry Fox Agency, BMG, and Songtrust. She dives into the challenges of income tracking and royalty recovery, highlighting the importance of collaboration, data accuracy, and technology like blockchain. Lisa also discusses h...

In this engaging conversation, Peter Sinclair, CEO & Co-Founder at beatBread, shares his unexpected journey into the music industry, from his early days at McKinsey and Universal Music to founding beatBread. Discover how beatBread offers flexible funding to artists and independent labels, empowering them with financial support based on data analysis and predictions. Peter explains the platform...

Join us as Bob Shami sits down with Tom Stingemore, the founder of Alloy Sync Distro, to dive deep into the world of sync licensing for major labels. 🌟 Tom shares his journey in the music industry, his passion for music, and his mission to revolutionize sync licensing with a centralized platform. Discover the challenges artists face today and how Alloy Sync Distro aims to bridge the gap between c...

Join us as we dive into an insightful conversation with Hazel Savage, VP of Music Intelligence at SoundCloud and founder of Musiio! 🎧 Hazel shares her incredible journey from musician to music tech expert, with experiences at HMV, Shazam, and Pandora. Discover how Musiio uses AI to transform music metadata, making it easier to manage large catalogs. We discuss the vital role of data in music, the...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Yair Hashachar, PhD, CEO, and co-founder of Kumbengo! 🌟 In this episode, Yair shares his fascinating journey from touring with an ethnic music ensemble to developing cutting-edge software instruments. Learn about his unique blend of music and tech expertise, the importance of fair compensation for musicians, and Kumbengo's mission to integrate human cre...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Mika Karhumaa, an experienced artist manager and contract specialist at Re-Member Agency, where he oversees Strategic Music Business Management. Mika dives into his journey in the music industry, sharing the challenges he faced and the importance of hard work and practice. He explores the role of artist management, the impact of streaming and digital pla...

In this episode, Jonathan Oudekerk, founder of SmartLabel, shares his inspiring journey in the music and tech industries. Discover how his father's influence led him to create SmartLabel, an innovative platform empowering artists to distribute and monetize their music without sacrificing their rights. Jonathan also introduces Traxs, a groundbreaking music streaming service leveraging Web3 technolo...

🎵 In today's episode, we sit down with Ilias Anwar, the co-founder of Tapped Ai. Ilias shares his inspiring journey from being a video game enthusiast to becoming a dynamic entrepreneur in the music industry. 🚀 Discover how his passion for gaming influenced his entrepreneurial spirit and led to the creation of Tapped Ai, a live music data analytics company helping performers plan world tours rig...

Join Christopher Wieduwilt, founder of AI Musicpreneur, as he shares his inspiring journey in the music industry! Discover how Chris created AI Music Manager and AI Music Launchpad to empower indie artists. Learn about innovative tools like AI music generators, voice cloning software, and strategies for turning your audience into a sustainable fan base. Chris highlights the importance of standing...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Antony Demekhin, CEO and founder of Tuney! Discover Antony's journey in the music industry, the vision behind Tuney, and how it simplifies music creation for artists. Learn about his work with global brands like Coca-Cola and American Express, and his role in overseeing Amex’s digital music streaming platform, Unstaged. Antony also shares insights on copy...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Scott Cohen, CEO of Jukebox and co-founder of The Orchard. Scott takes us through his incredible journey in the music industry, from his early passion for music to pioneering digital distribution with The Orchard. Discover the challenges he faced, his innovative role at Warner Music Group, and the inspiration behind Jukebox—a platform that lets you inves...