This is the intricate world of music entrepreneurship.
Hosted by Jakob Wredstrøm from Amplitude Ventures, this podcast offers listeners a unique blend of insightful interviews, industry expertise, and behind-the-scenes stories from the global music landscape.
From the challenges of breaking into the industry to the nuances of music tech innovations, each episode is a journey into the lives of music professionals, founders, artists, and innovators. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an industry veteran, or just a music enthusiast, "Sound Connections" provides a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving world of music.
Listen and connect with the sounds and stories that shape the industry.
Get to know why "boring B2B solutions" and infrastructure-based innovations hold untapped potential, and learn practical strategies for raising capital in an industry with scarce investor specializat…
Amplitude Ventures partner, Taj, shares his insights on the evolving music industry in this episode. From blending traditional business strategies with the passion economy to exploring how technology…
John Samuel and Chris Santillo share their journey through Los Angeles’ vibrant music industry, from humble beginnings to collaborating with icons like Simon Cowell. This episode delves into the chal…
Japan’s music industry, the second largest in the world, is spotlighted in this episode as Takayuki Suzuki, founder of MusicTech Japan, shares his expertise. From the enduring dominance of physical m…
Investing in forward-thinking startups is reshaping the nightlife industry, and Andrea Rosen, portfolio manager at Best Nights VC, is at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode, Andrea …
Andrew Batey of BeatDapp and Con Raso of Tuned Global discuss combating music streaming fraud. They explore its ties to organized crime, its impact on artists and labels, and how advanced fraud detec…
Mike Holland, an experienced artist manager, discusses the challenges and opportunities for emerging artists in today’s music industry. In this episode, he shares practical advice on building a fanba…
The management and transparency of music assets take center stage in this episode as Clément Souchier, founder of Bridge Audio, shares his journey. From his early career at Creaminal.io to establishi…
Dreamtonics, the company behind groundbreaking AI vocal synthesizers, is changing the music industry with its innovative approach. Founder Kanru Hua shares his journey, from his early passion for eng…
Michael Rohde Böwadt and Rie Kold Pripsø dive into the thriving SoundTech industry, sharing how SoundHub and SoundInvest are driving innovation and business growth. Discover Denmark's legacy in audio…
Jenn Anderson-Miller, CEO and co-founder of AudioSocket, shares how her company is transforming the music licensing landscape. This episode delves into AudioSocket's groundbreaking use of AI, its com…
Listen to Jakob Wredstrøm as he chats with founders Louis Marks and Fabian Brown about the remarkable path of Rope-A-Dope, a label that has excelled in the independent music scene for over two decade…
Georgia Taglietti, founder of the International Consulting Network for the Arts, joins this episode of *Sound Connections* to share her expertise in the music industry. From mastering communication i…
Music licensing is facing a profound transformation in the era of AI, and Becky Brook brings her expertise to unpack this complex topic. In this episode, she shares her experiences advising both star…
The live music industry is entering a new era with the integration of artificial intelligence, and Yvan Boudillet is at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode, Yvan discusses his innov…
India's music industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, and Priyanka Khimani, one of the nation’s leading entertainment lawyers, provides a front-row view in this episode. From her journey …
From his beginnings in film financing to becoming a leader in music tech investments, Thierry Baujard brings decades of expertise to this episode. He shares how his work with the Music Tech Europe Ac…
Learn what it takes to succeed in the competitive world of music tech investments in this episode featuring Gareth Deakin. With years of experience building a strong profile in the music tech sector,…
In episode 70 of Sound Connections, host Jakob Wredstrøm sits down with Dr. Tom Fritz, founder of Jymmin and researcher at the Max Planck Institute, to explore the intersection of music, the human br…
Music and neuroscience converge in this episode with Tom Fritz from the Max Planck Institute, where he explores how AI and cultural factors shape our perception of sound. Drawing from his innovative …