The JMI Power of Music Podcast

Episode 24 is out!  In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music and technology with Ara Kevonian, a technology consultant and full-stack developer, serial entrepreneur and the founder of Soundstage.fm. He illustrates the difficulties of making an impact in the music industry as an outsider, we discuss the future of AI, how to approach new techn...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about letting your inner light shine. Estelle is a Belgian-Guinean singer-songwriter, one of the winners of JMI’s European Emerging Band Contest, and has represented Belgium at the Jeux de la Francophonie. She will talk about her the role of hope in her life. We will discuss the difficulties of getting support for a career in...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of having a unique selling point in music. László Ágoston is a Hungarian baritone opera singer, cultural manager, music educator, and the founder of Moltopera: he explains how to ensure that classical music does not become out of style. We discuss the dangers of staying in your bubble, his experience at JMI’s...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we talk about the power of music and mindset. Omar Shahryar is an award-winning composer, facilitator, researcher and peace-maker working for opera companies and arts festivals around the world. He talks about the importance of the right mindset to be successful in music industry. We discuss on how he deals with imposter syndrome, the uni...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we talk about the power of music for gender inclusion. Martha is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UCL and Coordinator JMI’s Play it Loud! , which looks into gender equality in music projects. She talks about the findings of the Play it Loud! Project, as we discuss implicit biases, the importance of gender inclusivity and diversity, and -...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music and connection. Jeff Bacon has been helping business-people to understand music and music-people to do better business for years. He talks about the marriage of technology and music and the potential for the future, and we discuss the power of finding your 1,000 fans, the future of NFTs, and - of cour...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music and it’s impact on rural areas. Besides being a composer, Marta Lozano Molano is president of Wazo Coop, and has played a key role in several Creative Europe projects. She talks about her journey becoming an entrepreneur within the music insdustry and we discuss her experiences at JMI’s enCORE 2023, h...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music for mental health. Niall Doorley is the founder and director of Future Music Forum Barcelona, the “go-to” source for staying informed, engaged, and connected about innovation in the music business. He talks about how to run a conference on music and technology and we discuss the importance of mental h...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music as a vocation. Kristine Botros is an independent singer/songwriter, music producer and a visual artist from Latvia, based in Stockholm/Sweden, and one of the winners of JMI’s enCORE 2022. She talks about her upcoming project and we discuss the right mindset to have a sustainable career, what Dolby Atm...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music in overcoming adversity. Tapiwa Langa is the director of Music Crossroads Mozambique, a non-profit organisation that supports the development of music education and the music industry in Southern Africa. She talks about the amazing projects they are doing and we discuss the traditional music of Mozamb...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music and innovation. Jose Zagazeta is a serial entrepreneur within the music industry and the founder of the Barcelona Music Tech Hub. He will talk about his experience trying to create an ecosystem of innovators within the music industry. We will discuss the potential and challenges of AI, kicking the val...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will reflect on the podcast and talk about JMI. Originally from South Africa, Matt moved to Brussels in 2007 when he began as an intern at JMI. He is the organisation's Programs & Marketing Director and we talk about his experience working for a global music NGO, the potential of AI, fundraising, and - of course - the power of music. J...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music and friendship and what that means when starting a band. Emma Demoor is one of the founding members of the Belgian dreamy pop/rock band Ventus. She talks about their experience winning the 2021 edition of JMI’s Imagine Music Experience, an international all-styles competition and training program for...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music to fight corruption with Alesh, a committed rapper, slammer, and producer, from the Democratic Republic of Congo. He will talk about his experience in Washington DC, representing JMI’s Fair Play at the International Anti-Corruption Conference 2022. We will discuss issues around intellectual property r...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music to share hope. c is a violinist, cultural diplomat, and the principal manager of the Youth Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine. She will talk about the orchestra, its mission and the impact of the war in Ukraine. We will discuss how the orchestra is divided physically, but united in hope, how to reach young...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about the power of music to build bridges. Alexey Belkin is one of the founding members of Russian folk-rock band Otava Yo. He will talk about his experience being back in Europe and making music in these difficult times. We will discuss the responsibility of music, the decision to stop touring after the war broke out, and -...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk music and staged concerts for young audiences. Caecilia Thunnissen is Artistic Director of OORKAAN, and Cornelia Voglmayr is a choreographer who participated in the Jeunesse-Oorkaan-Academy. They will talk about the academy and its unique approach to music for young audiences. We will discuss experimentation within traditiona...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we talk about the difference between hearing and listening with young audiences expert Scott Rogers. Scott is a composer, musician, producer and educator working in Oslo, Norway. He has produced concerts for young audiences for over 10 years and served a 6-year term as the artistic director for Concerts Norway/Rikskonsertene. Scott talks...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about music and breaking barriers. Jo Mangan is the Artistic Director/CEO of The Performance Corporation and Director of Carlow Arts Festival. Her work has won plaudits and awards internationally and nationally. She will talk about her experiences as an organiser and why art deserves an audience. We talk about the barriers in...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about music and cultural exchange with Suchet Malhotra: percussionist, music producer and program director for Ethno, and Myriam de Bonte: multi-instrumentalist, veteran Ethno organiser and Ethno artistic mentor. They talk about their experiences with Ethno, its pedagogy and ‘magic’. We will discuss making music on tour buses...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about music and local impact. Félix Barros is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Evento Medido / Measureevent. He will talk about the importance of measuring impact, especially in the cultural sphere. We will discuss his journey to becoming a tech entrepreneur in the music industry, how he helped the city of Valparaíso to b...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about music and community. Prof. Lee Higgins is the director of the International Centre of Community Music based at York St John University and & Dr. Sarah-Jane Gibson leads the Ethno on the Road research. They will talk about their research into Ethno, one of JMI’s music programs. We will discuss the state of music in acade...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about music and social change. Faith Mussa is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist and one of Malawi's most popular artists, known for his soulful voice as well as energetic performances. His music combines traditional Malawian vibes with modern sounds to create a unique sound. We will discuss his musical upbringing,...

In this episode of JM International’s ‘The Power of Music’, we will talk about music and policy. Silja Fischer is the Secretary General of the International Music Council (IMC). She will present the values and work of the Culture2030Goal campaign, which advocates for an explicit goal for culture within the Sustainable Development Goals framework. We will discuss her journey to the IMC, how she sta...