We're thrilled to confirm our closing keynote interview for Music Biz 2025 with Deezer's Chief Innovation Officer, Aurelien Herault, plus this year's slate of Featured Conversations with execs from Sureel.AI, Primary Wave, SACEM, EMPIRE & more!
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The Music Biz Passport series is embarking on a new trip around the globe 🌎
🛬 Our 2025 programming touches upon the markets in global territories such as Brazil, France, Mexico and China, highlighting cross-border collaborations & music trends, digital distribution’s impact on international music and MORE!
The full lineup includes presentations by @downtownholdco, @le_cnm & @beatchain – Check it out and register for 🆓 at our 🔗 in bio!
The Music Biz Passport series is embarking on a new trip around the globe 🌎
🛬 Our 2025 programming touches upon the markets in global territories such as Brazil, France, Mexico and China, highlighting cross-border collaborations & music trends, digital distribution’s impact on international music and MORE!
The full lineup includes presentations by @downtownholdco, @le_cnm & @beatchain – Check it out and register for 🆓 at our 🔗 in bio!
AGENDA OVERVIEW: The second day of #MusicBiz2025 introduces a host of new & returning program items!
🍳 We begin with the debut of our State of the Industry breakfast, a forum that brings together policy experts to discuss the issues affecting the global music business. 🌎
🧑💻 Our new Humans of Music & New Tech Trends summits follow, along with this year’s Publishing Summit, giving you a variety of great options for how you spend your day!
➡️ Register now at our 🔗 in bio!
AGENDA OVERVIEW: The second day of #MusicBiz2025 introduces a host of new & returning program items!
🍳 We begin with the debut of our State of the Industry breakfast, a forum that brings together policy experts to discuss the issues affecting the global music business. 🌎
🧑💻 Our new Humans of Music & New Tech Trends summits follow, along with this year’s Publishing Summit, giving you a variety of great options for how you spend your day!
➡️ Register now at our 🔗 in bio!
APP LAUNCH 🚀: The #MusicBiz2025 mobile app is LIVE! Be sure to register for the Conference & login to your profile to utilize the app’s features, including:
📆Access to our full interactive agenda & speaker slate
📝 The ability to build your personal Conference schedule
💬 Networking opportunities with fellow attendees
🔔 Easy access to important updates from Music Biz
Head over to “Music Biz 2025” at our 🔗 in bio to secure your badge & gain access to the app! 📱
APP LAUNCH 🚀: The #MusicBiz2025 mobile app is LIVE! Be sure to register for the Conference & login to your profile to utilize the app’s features, including:
📆Access to our full interactive agenda & speaker slate
📝 The ability to build your personal Conference schedule
💬 Networking opportunities with fellow attendees
🔔 Easy access to important updates from Music Biz
Head over to “Music Biz 2025” at our 🔗 in bio to secure your badge & gain access to the app! 📱
FIGHT FIRE WITH FIRE: @Orfium is utilizing AI in a non-generative way to help pay rightsholders for manipulated versions of songs and keep generative AI from siphoning revenue from artists. ⚔️
Tune in to our next webinar TOMORROW to hear from AIMS, another platform using non-generative AI, on their advances in music search tech. The 🔗 is in our bio!
FIGHT FIRE WITH FIRE: @Orfium is utilizing AI in a non-generative way to help pay rightsholders for manipulated versions of songs and keep generative AI from siphoning revenue from artists. ⚔️
Tune in to our next webinar TOMORROW to hear from AIMS, another platform using non-generative AI, on their advances in music search tech. The 🔗 is in our bio!
AGENDA OVERVIEW: Day 1 of #MusicBiz2025 starts the Conference off with a bang 💥 – attendee favorites like the Music Biz Roadshow & Let’s Talk Physical summit are returning, along with some new programming like our First Timers Meetup, set to help those who have never been to Music Biz make the most of the event. 💿🌱
Once the day is over, attendees can unwind at our first party: the Spotify Welcome Bash! 🎊
Register today - the 🔗 is in our bio!
AGENDA OVERVIEW: Day 1 of #MusicBiz2025 starts the Conference off with a bang 💥 – attendee favorites like the Music Biz Roadshow & Let’s Talk Physical summit are returning, along with some new programming like our First Timers Meetup, set to help those who have never been to Music Biz make the most of the event. 💿🌱
Once the day is over, attendees can unwind at our first party: the Spotify Welcome Bash! 🎊
Register today - the 🔗 is in our bio!
🌃 Last night, we partnered with @atlfilment to introduce ourselves to the local music industry and give a taste of what we have in store for Music Biz 2025! Our panelists discussed the cultural significance of Hip-Hop and the city’s music tech scene to a packed house of 200+ attendees.
✨ Thank you to all who made this special night come together, and don’t forget to secure your spot at the Conference at our 🔗 in bio!
🌃 Last night, we partnered with @atlfilment to introduce ourselves to the local music industry and give a taste of what we have in store for Music Biz 2025! Our panelists discussed the cultural significance of Hip-Hop and the city’s music tech scene to a packed house of 200+ attendees.
✨ Thank you to all who made this special night come together, and don’t forget to secure your spot at the Conference at our 🔗 in bio!
LOUNGE & PARTNER HUB: We know the #MusicBiz2025 Conference is fast-moving & jam-packed with activities, so each day we’ve provided the chance to rest & kick back with your peers – open all day, every day!
Sponsored by @downtownholdco and featuring organizations including @musicares, @wearemovingtheneedle & @wearemomsinmusic, we are sure it’ll be a great space to connect, collaborate, reflect on learnings and maybe even do some business! 💬
👉 Access our Community Hub by registering at our 🔗 in bio!
LOUNGE & PARTNER HUB: We know the #MusicBiz2025 Conference is fast-moving & jam-packed with activities, so each day we’ve provided the chance to rest & kick back with your peers – open all day, every day!
Sponsored by @downtownholdco and featuring organizations including @musicares, @wearemovingtheneedle & @wearemomsinmusic, we are sure it’ll be a great space to connect, collaborate, reflect on learnings and maybe even do some business! 💬
👉 Access our Community Hub by registering at our 🔗 in bio!
🔊 SOUND UP: Hear it from our Director of Events & Chief of Staff himself, Aaron Tochini – the common denominator to all things we love in ATL is the PEOPLE!
#MusicBiz2025 will see the talent & bright minds of Atlanta meet international executives to get business done! 🤝 Register now at our 🔗 in bio!
🔊 SOUND UP: Hear it from our Director of Events & Chief of Staff himself, Aaron Tochini – the common denominator to all things we love in ATL is the PEOPLE!
#MusicBiz2025 will see the talent & bright minds of Atlanta meet international executives to get business done! 🤝 Register now at our 🔗 in bio!
🗣️ NEW INTERVIEW: In our latest #KeepingTempo, we spoke with Co-Founder & CCO of AIMS, Einar Helde, about how their human-first AI music search engine empowers users & moves search towards efficiency.
🔎 AIMS discusses their approach to creative metadata, how they eliminate biases, details on their three AI-driven search options (Similarity, Prompt & Lyrics), and more!
Check it out at “Keeping Tempo” via our 🔗 in bio!
🗣️ NEW INTERVIEW: In our latest #KeepingTempo, we spoke with Co-Founder & CCO of AIMS, Einar Helde, about how their human-first AI music search engine empowers users & moves search towards efficiency.
🔎 AIMS discusses their approach to creative metadata, how they eliminate biases, details on their three AI-driven search options (Similarity, Prompt & Lyrics), and more!
Check it out at “Keeping Tempo” via our 🔗 in bio!
Craig Rector, Marketing Director of @musicaudienceexchange, speaks on the profound importance of fan engagement, citing challenges such as fragmented audiences over many platforms in the digital age, but also recognizing the rise in opportunity for music discovery created by these platforms. 📱👥
To hear more on the topic of fan engagement, find Craig in ATL during #MusicBiz2025, and join us for our Fan Engagement Forum from 1 – 4 PM on MAY 15TH! Register at our 🔗 in bio! 🎸
Craig Rector, Marketing Director of @musicaudienceexchange, speaks on the profound importance of fan engagement, citing challenges such as fragmented audiences over many platforms in the digital age, but also recognizing the rise in opportunity for music discovery created by these platforms. 📱👥
To hear more on the topic of fan engagement, find Craig in ATL during #MusicBiz2025, and join us for our Fan Engagement Forum from 1 – 4 PM on MAY 15TH! Register at our 🔗 in bio! 🎸
🎙️ NEW PODCAST: In our latest installment of #TheFutureofWhat, we speak with @jamieloeb, SVP of Marketing for @nederlanderlive, on her work with @nivassoc that helped create history, the evolution of the live event sector, the power of digital marketing on concert ticket sales, and more! 🎟️
👂 Tune in – the 🔗 is in our bio!
🎙️ NEW PODCAST: In our latest installment of #TheFutureofWhat, we speak with @jamieloeb, SVP of Marketing for @nederlanderlive, on her work with @nivassoc that helped create history, the evolution of the live event sector, the power of digital marketing on concert ticket sales, and more! 🎟️
👂 Tune in – the 🔗 is in our bio!
MUSIC SEARCH TECH: The next installment of our Common Ground Webinar Series will see AIMS speak on the caliber of AI-powered search and its ability to transform the way businesses navigate their music assets. 🔎
Hear more on APRIL 3RD – Register today for 🆓 at our 🔗 in bio!
MUSIC SEARCH TECH: The next installment of our Common Ground Webinar Series will see AIMS speak on the caliber of AI-powered search and its ability to transform the way businesses navigate their music assets. 🔎
Hear more on APRIL 3RD – Register today for 🆓 at our 🔗 in bio!
FEATURED CONVOS: Each day at #MusicBiz2025 brings new discussions & insights!
MAY 15TH, the final Conference day, presents “Indies and Majors,” a special conversation on bridging the gap between the two industry players with @ada_music President, Cat Kreidich and @nettwerkmusic President & COO, Simon Mortimer-Lamb, moderated by Jorge Brea, CEO of @symphonicdistro. 🤝
Read more at the “Closing Keynote & Featured Conversations” tab at our 🔗 in bio!
FEATURED CONVOS: Each day at #MusicBiz2025 brings new discussions & insights!
MAY 15TH, the final Conference day, presents “Indies and Majors,” a special conversation on bridging the gap between the two industry players with @ada_music President, Cat Kreidich and @nettwerkmusic President & COO, Simon Mortimer-Lamb, moderated by Jorge Brea, CEO of @symphonicdistro. 🤝
Read more at the “Closing Keynote & Featured Conversations” tab at our 🔗 in bio!
FEATURED CONVOS: Each day at #MusicBiz2025 brings new discussions & insights, and our third day of the Conference on MAY 14TH features...
🥇 “Attribution First” – Dr. Tamay Aykut, Founder of @sureel.ai & Edward Ginis, Co-Founder of @openplay.co, will discuss how attribution ensures fair compensation as AI transforms the industry.
💸 “Investing in Music’s Future” – Larry Mestel, Founder of @primarywave & Alex Heiche, Founder of @soundroyalties will chat on the evolving economics of the music business & strategies for long-term wealth creation.
🍹 “Fireside & Cocktails” – Cécile Rap-Veber, CEO of @sacem will reflect on her robust career, sharing insights into the major challenges shaping today’s music industry.
👉 More at our 🔗 in bio!
FEATURED CONVOS: Each day at #MusicBiz2025 brings new discussions & insights, and our third day of the Conference on MAY 14TH features...
🥇 “Attribution First” – Dr. Tamay Aykut, Founder of @sureel.ai & Edward Ginis, Co-Founder of @openplay.co, will discuss how attribution ensures fair compensation as AI transforms the industry.
💸 “Investing in Music’s Future” – Larry Mestel, Founder of @primarywave & Alex Heiche, Founder of @soundroyalties will chat on the evolving economics of the music business & strategies for long-term wealth creation.
🍹 “Fireside & Cocktails” – Cécile Rap-Veber, CEO of @sacem will reflect on her robust career, sharing insights into the major challenges shaping today’s music industry.
👉 More at our 🔗 in bio!
An influential conference in an influential city – It`s a perfect match! 📍
Bernie Lawrence-Watkins (@berniegetsyoupaid) of @blwapcattorneys, based in Atlanta for over 25 years, knows her way around. Housing renowned recording studios, concert venues, recreational parks & great cuisine, there`s no better place for #MusicBiz2025! 🎙️🥘
LESS THAN 2️⃣ MONTHS REMAIN: Register ASAP – 🔗 is in our bio!
An influential conference in an influential city – It`s a perfect match! 📍
Bernie Lawrence-Watkins (@berniegetsyoupaid) of @blwapcattorneys, based in Atlanta for over 25 years, knows her way around. Housing renowned recording studios, concert venues, recreational parks & great cuisine, there`s no better place for #MusicBiz2025! 🎙️🥘
LESS THAN 2️⃣ MONTHS REMAIN: Register ASAP – 🔗 is in our bio!
📢 CALLING ALL ARTISTS: The Music Biz Roadshow makes its way down to ATL on MAY 12TH! 📍
For just $49, access a full day of programming on handling finances, harnessing independent success and MORE in our ever-evolving industry, featuring a fireside chat from artist MAJOR. Then, mingle with execs at our Welcome Bash hosted by @Spotify! 🍾💵
Register NOW at “Music Biz Roadshow Atlanta” – 🔗 in bio!
📢 CALLING ALL ARTISTS: The Music Biz Roadshow makes its way down to ATL on MAY 12TH! 📍
For just $49, access a full day of programming on handling finances, harnessing independent success and MORE in our ever-evolving industry, featuring a fireside chat from artist MAJOR. Then, mingle with execs at our Welcome Bash hosted by @Spotify! 🍾💵
Register NOW at “Music Biz Roadshow Atlanta” – 🔗 in bio!
Each day at #MusicBiz2025 brings new discussions & insights, with our Featured Conversations beginning on MAY 13TH!
💿 “The Publishing Revolution” sees a fireside chat between GRAMMY-winning producer, @illmindproducer and @empire.publishing’s Vinny Kumar & Al McLean on the shifting publishing landscape and @empire’s approach to empowering creatives.
Read more at the “Closing Keynote & Featured Conversations” tab at the 🔗 in bio!
Each day at #MusicBiz2025 brings new discussions & insights, with our Featured Conversations beginning on MAY 13TH!
💿 “The Publishing Revolution” sees a fireside chat between GRAMMY-winning producer, @illmindproducer and @empire.publishing’s Vinny Kumar & Al McLean on the shifting publishing landscape and @empire’s approach to empowering creatives.
Read more at the “Closing Keynote & Featured Conversations” tab at the 🔗 in bio!
In a conversation with Noctil’s Jacob Varghese, Kortnee Borden of @actraracs emphasizes the importance of ensuring ALL rightsholders are paid royalties, not just the top performers. 💰
Catch our next webinar TOMORROW, hosted by @orfium, also touching upon the topic of paying rightsholders, but throwing AI into the mix – register at our 🔗 in bio!
In a conversation with Noctil’s Jacob Varghese, Kortnee Borden of @actraracs emphasizes the importance of ensuring ALL rightsholders are paid royalties, not just the top performers. 💰
Catch our next webinar TOMORROW, hosted by @orfium, also touching upon the topic of paying rightsholders, but throwing AI into the mix – register at our 🔗 in bio!
🗣️ NEW OP-ED: In our latest edition of #KeepingTempo, Geoff Robins of @tradablebits discusses the growing popularity of live music residencies, the impacts it’s had on the touring business, and how the company’s offerings help the industry navigate these changes through fan data digestion & analysis. 🎸
Read it all at “Keeping Tempo” at our 🔗 in bio!
🗣️ NEW OP-ED: In our latest edition of #KeepingTempo, Geoff Robins of @tradablebits discusses the growing popularity of live music residencies, the impacts it’s had on the touring business, and how the company’s offerings help the industry navigate these changes through fan data digestion & analysis. 🎸
Read it all at “Keeping Tempo” at our 🔗 in bio!
📣 KEYNOTE ANNOUNCED: @deezer’s Chief Innovation Officer, Aurelien Herault, will be joined by our very own Portia Sabin on MAY 15TH to close out the #MusicBiz2025 Conference with a conversation on Deezer’s new cutting-edge AI music detection tool, and the possibilities that this technology brings for the ENTIRE music ecosystem. 🔍🌐
Don’t miss it! Register now at “Music Biz 2025” – 🔗 in bio ‼️
📣 KEYNOTE ANNOUNCED: @deezer’s Chief Innovation Officer, Aurelien Herault, will be joined by our very own Portia Sabin on MAY 15TH to close out the #MusicBiz2025 Conference with a conversation on Deezer’s new cutting-edge AI music detection tool, and the possibilities that this technology brings for the ENTIRE music ecosystem. 🔍🌐
Don’t miss it! Register now at “Music Biz 2025” – 🔗 in bio ‼️
