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
Why Music PR Matters More Than Ever: Tristra Yeager’s Marketing Secrets
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 w…
Daniel Cutler on Building an Indie Label & Taking Control in the Digital Age
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 p…
The 4 Pillars of Success for Musicians: Jessica Muñiz-Collado Breaks It Down
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 …
Tres Williams on The Future of Music: Licensing, AI & Fan Engagement
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 l…
Alpha Koroma Jr. on the Rise of African Music and Global Cultural Unity
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 …
Creating Music That Changes with Your Mood! LifeScore Music's Journey
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…
AI as Your Music Co-Writer? Meet the Innovators Behind Staccato
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…
Rob Seeley on How Artists Can Take Control of Their Music Careers with OpenStage
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 a…
The Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Vinyl: Tony van Veen on Music’s Physical Media Resurgence
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 sh…
Building Success in Music: Insights from 24/7 Artists' Founders
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 …
Fred Ranger's Insider Tips on Marketing Success and the Future of Music
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, incl…
How TikTok & Instagram Reels Are Changing Music Forever | Joe Aboud Interview
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 …
Revolutionizing Game Soundtracks: Nick Venti’s PlusMusic Vision
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 ga…
Building Networks in the Music Industry: Tips from Lisa J. Robinson
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,…
How beatBread Supports Artists with Flexible Funding - Peter Sinclair
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 be…
Tom Stingemore's Vision for a Centralized Sync Licensing Platform | Alloy Sync Distro
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, h…
Hazel Savage on AI, Music Metadata, and the Future of Music Consumption
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 e…
Yair Hashachar on Fair Compensation for Musicians & Tech Innovation
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 …
Mika Karhumaa on Music Management and Contract Law: A Must-Watch Interview
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…
Keep Your Master Rights and Still Make Money: Here's How - Jonathan Oudekerk
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 innovati…