Sound Connections
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.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 148
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
#044: WISE: Dr. Martin Clancy: Exploring AI Ethics and Music Innovation
Learn about the intersection of AI, ethics, and music innovation with Dr. Martin Clancy, a leading expert and member of the IEEE Global AI Ethics Committee. This episode delves into how AI is reshapi…
#043: FOUNDER: Dmitri Vietze: Mastering the Art of Innovative Storytelling in Music Tech PR
Discover the fascinating intersection of music, technology, and storytelling in this episode featuring Dmitri Vietze, founder of Rock Paper Scissors. Dive into the challenges and triumphs shaping the…
#042: WISE: The Vision of WISE with Founder Philipp Grefer
In this episode, Philipp Grefer, the founder of WISE, takes us behind the scenes of a groundbreaking platform that bridges music, technology, and creativity. Learn how WISE has evolved from its roots…
#041: FOUNDER: Alex Brees: Empowering Artists: The Rise of un:hurd in Music Promotion
Alex Brees, founder of un:hurd, shares his journey from a tech background to redefining music marketing. This episode unpacks how un:hurd uses data-driven strategies to empower artists, offering inno…
#40: FOUNDER: Karl Richter: Building DISCO: Revolutionizing Music Sharing and Discovery
Explore the innovative world of music technology with Karl Richter, the founder of Disco in a detailed discussion about how Disco is redefining music sharing and discovery for music supervisors. Karl…
KISS Sells to Pophouse: A $300 Million Legacy Deal
In this episode of Sound Connections, co-host AI Jake takes us through the substantial deal between rock icons KISS and Pophouse Entertainment, where KISS sold their song catalog, brand, and intellec…
#039: EXPERT: Dani Deahl: The Future of Music at BandLab Technologies
In this episode of Sound Connections, host Jakob Wredstrøm sits down with Dani Deahl, Head of Communications at BandLab, to discuss the platform's impressive growth and its transformative impact on t…
#038: EXIT: Hazel Savage: Building Musiio and the Path to SoundCloud
Experience the inspiring journey of Hazel Savage, co-founder of Musiio, in this compelling episode of the Sound Connections podcast. Host Jakob Wredstrøm delves into how Hazel navigated the intricate…
BandLab's Milestone: 100 Million Users
In this episode of Sound Connections Podcast, join Jake, our AI co-host, as we explore the revolutionary world of BandLab and its recent milestone of surpassing 100 million users. Discover how BandLa…
#037: SØRVEIV: Sania Haq: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in the Music Industry
Join host Jakob Wredstrøm for a meaningful conversation with Sania Haq, a leading advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the music industry. This episode delves into the challenges and oppo…
#36: EXIT: Agnes Chung: The Story of Musicube's AI Metadata Mastery & Songtradr Acquisition
Peek into the evolution of a cutting-edge music search platform as co-founder Agnes Chung delves into Musicube’s origins and its groundbreaking AI-driven capabilities. Gain insights into the startup’…
Spotify's $4.5 Billion Indie Milestone
In this episode of Sound Connections, we delve into Spotify's groundbreaking announcement: independent artists and labels earned $4.5 billion in 2023, making up half of the platform's total payouts. …
#035: SØRVEIV: Pål Bråtelund: Collaborative Models in the Music Industry
Discover how fresh alliances are transforming the music business in this conversation with Pål Bråtelund. Hear firsthand how smaller enterprises can thrive through strategic teamwork rather than foll…
Introducing JKBX - A New Chapter In Music Investments
In this episode of Sound Connections, we introduce an exciting innovation in the music industry: JKBX. Join Jake, your AI co-host, as we dive into how this groundbreaking music investment platform is…
#034: SØRVEIV: Sørveiv's Vision for Music and Tech Synergy
Join us in an episode filled with fresh insights from the Sørveiv Music Industry Conference. With hosts Hannah and Lena, we examine how this distinctive festival connects music and technology in Norw…
#033: EXPERT: Michael Pelczynski: The Future of Fandom in a Digital Age
Let's understand how digital platforms are reshaping music fandom in this in-depth talk with music tech expert Mike Pelczynski. Uncover how user-centric models influence artists and fans, learn about…
#032: FOUNDER: Keatly Haldeman: Decentralizing the Future of Music Licensing
Join us for an inspiring episode as we explore the intersection of music licensing and blockchain with Keatly Haldeman, founder of Dequency. Learn how Keatly's passion for music and technology has le…
#031: FOUNDER: Jeff Ponchick: Simplifying the Business of Music with Mogul
Join us on Sound Connections Podcast as we venture into music tech with Jeff Ponchick, the innovative mind behind Mogul. In this episode, we cover Jeff's inspiring journey from his early entrepreneur…
#030: FOUNDER: Peder Jørgensen - Pioneering Next-Generation Audio Enhancement with Hance.ai
Join host Jakob Wredstrøm for an engaging conversation with Peder Jørgensen, founder of Hance.ai, to explore his remarkable journey in audio enhancement. This episode covers the fusion of music, soun…
#029: EXPERT: Amanda Schupf: Unlocking the Money / Guide to Music Tech Fundraising
Join us in this episode as we explore the details of music tech fundraising with expert Amanda Schupf. Learn about the challenges and strategies for securing investments in the changing music technol…