

Music Tectonics
Rock Paper Scissors, Inc. PR firm
The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. The podcast includes news roundups, interviews, and more. Our host is Dmitri Vietze, CEO of PR firm rock paper scissors.
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Jul 7, 2022 • 12min
Live from NAMM 2022 with Audio Design Desk
Tune in live from the floor at the 2022 NAMM show! Eleanor Rust meets with Gabriel Cowan, founder and CEO of Audio Design Desk, to explore how Audio Design Desk is creating the audio solution for video editors. Find out how Audio Design Desk is inspiring creators to dive into sound design by creating a project timeline that understands the relationship between sounds and visuals. Discover how Audio Design Desk is facilitating the process of discovery by integrating sound into the creative flow for video editors. Learn how Audio Design Desk is building a bridge between people who make audio and people who pay for audio. Explore new trends in audio including 360 audio and web3 for creators. How are companies like Audio Design Desk paving the way for immersive entertainment experiences? Find out in this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

Jun 30, 2022 • 20min
Live from NAMM 2022 with Splice
Reporting live from the 2022 NAMM show! Eleanor Rust sits down with Alejandro Koretzky, Head of AI/ML & Audio Science Innovation at Splice, to explore the latest developments in audio and music. Learn more about CoSo by Splice, the intelligent musical sketchpad that allows users to swipe through billions of musical outcomes in seconds to identify compatible sounds for any audio. Discover how CoSo brings value to a spectrum of creators, from seasoned professionals to novice creators. Find out how Alejandro is building a team from the ground up at Splice to figure out what modern AI can do for business and creators. Explore new trends in AI and ML. What does the future hold for audio and music? Find out on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

Jun 23, 2022 • 22min
Live from NAMM 2022 with JackTrip Labs and Artiphon
Live from the floor at the 2022 NAMM Show with Shayli Ankenbruck. Look to the future of music making and collaboration with Russell Gavin, co-founder of JackTrip Labs. Discover how JackTrip Labs is making it possible for musicians to collaborate with artists all over the world with hardware and software solutions. Learn how JackTrip Labs is breaking down barriers to creativity and overcoming the challenges of making music in the virtual space. Find out how JackTrip Labs is paving the way for the future of music education with hybrid virtual choirs, private lessons, and band rehearsals. Join Adam McHeffey from Artiphon to explore how Orba 2 lets the world become a musical instrument. Discover how Orba 2 allows users to play real instrument sounds and sample the world around them. Tune in for a live demo of the Orba 2! Learn more about Orbacam, the musical camera that allows users to share their musical experiences with fans and followers. How is Artiphon making music more approachable? Find out on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

Jun 16, 2022 • 34min
The Magic of Music Tech with Dr Kate Stone, Founder of Novalia
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! This week, Dr Kate Stone, the Mary Poppins of music tech and founder and CEO of Novalia, joins Dmitri Vietze to explore how Novalia is revolutionizing the way we interact with music and technology. Discover how Novalia is pushing the boundaries of creativity, through partnerships with Pizza Hut and Disney, designing DJ decks out of pizza boxes and magical amulets. Learn how Novalia's programming technology allows paper museum guides to talk about an exhibit in 5 languages and bring murals to life. Imagine a future where technology sinks into the background of our everyday experiences. Find out how Novalia is using AR and VR to enhance musical experiences with physical objects, like concert posters. How can companies use interactive musical experiences to develop brand engagement and connect with their audience? Find out in this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

Jun 2, 2022 • 34min
Holograms and Teleportation: Where Zoom Leaves Off and IRL Begins with David Nussbaum CEO of Proto
Let's get sci-fi! Dive into holograms and teleportation with David Nussbaum, founder and CEO of Proto. Discover how Proto allows people to beam anywhere in the world in real time with the Proto device, a museum quality light box about the size of a small telephone booth. Find out how artists like Diddy, Kane Brown, and Walker Hayes engage with their fans and perform concerts all over the world with Proto. Proto is bringing artists to life with posthumous concerts and the hologram jukebox, allowing fans to watch their favorite artists perform recorded concerts. David shares how holograms are revolutionizing the future of travel, education, medicine, entertainment, and communication. Will holograms replace phones? Find out on this week's episode The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!
May 26, 2022 • 30min
The Era of Web3 with Brian Schmitt of Icon Technology Studio
In this week's episode, Tristra Newyear Yeager joins Brian Schmitt, global executive creative director of Icon Technology Studios, to explore the world of web3. Find out how Icon Technology Studios is creating end-to-end digital products and experiences, blending cutting edge technologies with human centric design for maximum creative impact. Discover how Icon Technology Studios has designed over 100,000 unique Matrix inspired NFTs allowing users to choose their own reality and customize their virtual world. How are companies like Icon Technology Studios, pushing the aesthetic boundaries of web3? Look to the future of real time interactive graphics and visual content. What reality do you want to live in? Will you choose the blue pill giving control to the computers, or the red pill to design your own experience? You decide on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

May 20, 2022 • 52min
Music Industry Pulse Check: Live from Music Biz
Live from the 2022 Music Biz Conference in Nashville, TN! Join Dmitri Vietze as he chats with music industry leaders Dan Runcie, Russ Crupnick, Jim Griffin, and Robert Singerman, for a music industry pulse check. Feel the "pre-pandemic energy" of this year's Music Biz Conference with Dan Runcie, founder and host of Trapital, as he shares his take on web3, NFTs, and the metaverse. Learn more about Trapital, the online platform and podcast providing insights from the business of hip-hop, music, and entertainment. Catch up with Russ Crupnick, managing partner of MusicWatch. Find out how MusicWatch is providing marketing research and industry analysis for the music industry while facilitating data driven conversations. What's driving the evolution of vinyl? Is music recession proof? Get the latest updates on digital monetization and compensation with Jim Griffin, VP of Digital Rights at Pex. Dive into the power of music and lyrics with Robert Singerman, SVP, of International Publishing at LyricFind. How can accurate music lyric translations connect communities around the world? What's next for the music industry? Find out on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

May 19, 2022 • 44min
Unlock Fan Engagement with Fabrice Sergent Co-Founder of Bandsintown
In this week's episode, Dmitri Vietze sits down with Fabrice Sergent, co-founder and managing partner of Bandsintown, the concert discovery and fan engagement platform. Discover how Bandsintown facilitates tour promotion, new music releases, and NFT drops while allowing artists to engage and connect directly with their fans. Learn more about the economics of the live music industry. How are artists, managers, and live music venues handling the unprecedented demand for live music? Explore how web3 is giving power back to the people, letting fans become investors for their favorite artists. What is the role of livestreams in a post-pandemic world? Find out on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

May 12, 2022 • 40min
What Startups Need to Know with Han Kim, 2022 Billboard Top Music Lawyer
This week, Dmitri Vietze sits down with Billboard Top Music Lawyer Han Kim to explore how entertainment lawyers help companies navigate legal issues in today's ever-evolving music industry. Learn more about how Han Kim's practice as an entertainment attorney at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP focuses on transactional entertainment matters, advising clients in the metaverse, NFTs, music, podcast, film, television, and gaming. Han tackles the most common legal challenges for new music industry startups. Discover how companies like Peloton are leading the way with creative new approaches to music licensing. Han Kim looks to the future of immersive communication and experiences in the metaverse. Where is the live touring business headed in a post pandemic world? How can new startups evaluate risk? Find out on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!

May 10, 2022 • 31min
200th Episode! Live News Roundup from Hopin
Reporting live from Hopin - the voices of the Music Tectonics Podcast come together for a very special 200th episode! On this week's live news roundup, Dmitri Vietze, Tristra Newyear Yeager, Eleanor Rust, and Shayli Ankenbruck dive into breaking news and emerging trends in the music industry. Learn more about fan tipping and how platforms are monetizing "first comment energy". With nearly unlimited entertainment options, from Netflix to Disney+ to Spotify, how do platforms compete for our attention? Find out how users are returning to pre pandemic levels and forms of content consumption. What is the "attention recession" and how are content creators and streaming platforms reacting to changes in user behavior? Explore the latest news and trends in NFTs. Amidst the new developments and high entry to crypto, how can platforms kick start the larger conversation of what NFTs can really do? Dive into augmented reality and the collision of VR and live events in a post-pandemic world. Where is the music industry headed next? Find out on this week's episode. The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit MusicTectonics.com to learn more, and find us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!


