SoundBreaker
'SoundBreaker' with Bob Shami, where we uncover remarkable success stories in the music industry. Join host Bob Shami as he chats with industry leaders who defied norms and blazed their own unconventional paths to success. Get ready for raw and uplifting behind-the-scenes stories that unveil how these remarkable individuals made their breakthroughs in the music world.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 40 minutes
- Episodes
- 123
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
“Pop Culture is More Than Sports or Entertainment” – Bruce Hamilton’s Inspiring Career Story
🎙️ In this episode of Soundbreaker, Bruce Hamilton shares his amazing story of going from a music superfan to a venture capitalist! 🎧 Hear about his exciting time at Epic Records, starting his own ta…
How Web3, NFTs, and AI Are Transforming the Music Industry | Alexander Loveyko
🎙️ Ever wonder how the music industry works behind the scenes? Join Bob Shami as he chats with Alexander Loveyko, a super-smart lawyer who helps people in music and tech! They talk about cool stuff l…
How Lee Helped Launch the UK’s First Digital Music Distribution Company
In this episode of Soundbreaker, Lee shares his amazing story of going from working in a warehouse to becoming the leader of a digital music company! 🏆🎶 Find out how music technology has changed over…
From indie drummer to Acrylic founder: Jeremy Da’s Story
In this episode of Soundbreaker, host Bob Shami talks to Jeremy Da, the founder and CEO of Acrylic. Jeremy shares his story of going from a music-loving teenager in France to a successful entrepreneu…
Stop When It Gets Complicated’: Music Tips from John Dahlbäck
Join host Bob Shami on Soundbreaker as he talks with John Dahlbäck, Head of A&R at Amuse! They explore John’s amazing journey in the music world, how music gets shared today, and how Amuse helps inde…
How Merch + Loyalty Programs Build Stronger Brands | Top Drawer Merch on Soundbreaker
🎙️ In this episode of Soundbreaker, Bob Shami talks with Kerstyn Inouye and Alex Lira from Top Drawer Merch! They share their cool journeys in fashion and music marketing, and how merch (like t-shirt…
MNGRS.ai: The Tool Every Artist Needs for Success in 2024 | Alexandre Deniot & Garry Yankson
🎙️ In this episode of Soundbreaker, Bob Shami chats with Alexandre Deniot and Garry Yankson about their exciting paths in the music world and their awesome platform, MNGRS.ai. 🌟 They talk about how t…
"10 Years as a Top Pop Star Across 15 Countries" | Christian Ray Flores Shares All
🎤 Ever wonder what it’s like to be a pop star and then help other artists shine? Christian Ray Flores takes us on a cool journey from being a music star in post-Soviet Russia to making a big impact i…
Dad Wanted Me to Study, But Music Was My Calling | Virginie Berger on Matchtune & Music Tech
🎶 Get ready for an exciting music and tech adventure with Virginie Berger! In this episode, she talks about her amazing journey from MySpace to creating Matchtune, a cool platform that helps artists …
"Music is Passion, Not Profit" – Roman Müller’s Journey to Life Records
Join Bob Shami on Soundbreaker as he talks with Roman Müller, the founder of Life Records! Hear Roman's cool story about going from being a musician to working with big companies like Warner and Univ…
How Erin Love Empowers Independent Artists Through Entertainment Law
Join host Bob Shami on Soundbreaker as he chats with Erin Love, founder of Erin Love Law. Erin shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a courthouse to becoming a top entertainment attorney. H…
The Mechanics Behind BSB TV: Bridging Artists & Fans
🎙️ In this episode of Soundbreaker, host Bob Shami sits down with Danny Marty Ray and Ben Pritchard to discuss BSB TV, an innovative platform bridging the gap between underground and mainstream music…
The Mechanics Behind BSB TV: Bridging Artists & Fans
🎙️ In this episode of Soundbreaker, host Bob Shami sits down with Danny Marty Ray and Ben Pritchard to discuss BSB TV, an innovative platform bridging the gap between underground and mainstream music…
The Secrets to Artist Engagement with John Franck of UNDRCVR Entertainment
🎙️ In this episode of Soundbreaker, Bob Shami chats with John Franck, founder and CEO of UNDRCVR Entertainment. John dives into his music industry journey, from early influences to career milestones,…
How African Music is Taking Over the World: Insights from Eddie Hatitye
Join Bob Shami on Soundbreaker as he talks with Eddie Hatitye, director of the Music in Africa Foundation. Eddie shares his journey, the rise of African music on the global stage, and how education a…
Glenn McDonald Talks AI, Music Streaming, and TikTok's Role in Shaping Hits
In this episode, Glenn McDonald, a music tech expert, talks about his exciting journey in the world of music streaming. He shares how he got started in tech support, how AI is changing the future of …
Why Music Is the Secret Sauce of Gaming: Insights from SWAY's Eric Tan
In this Soundbreaker episode, Eric Tan, Founder of SWAY, shares insights from his 24+ years in music and gaming. From Marvel games to Sony Music, he talks challenges, major partnerships, and why musi…
How Kirsten Spruch Merges Music Passion and Marketing Genius
In this episode, Bob Shami chats with Kirsten Spro, a seasoned communications and marketing pro in the music tech industry, singer-songwriter, and Media Influencer Relations Manager at Sennheiser. Ki…
What Challenges Do Artists Face in Managing Their Royalties Today | Dae Bogan
Join Bob Shami as he chats with Dae Bogan, Head of Third-Party Partnerships at The Mechanical Licensing Collective. They dive into the MLC's role in managing mechanical royalties, Dae's inspiring mus…
Priyanka Khimani on Empowering Women in Entertainment & the Growth of India’s Industry
In this Soundbreaker episode, Bob Shami chats with Priyanka Khimani, a leading entertainment lawyer and founder of Khimani & Associates. They dive into her inspiring journey, the vibrant Indian music…