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Music Evolves Podcast

Music Evolves Podcast

Auteur(s): ITSPmagazine Inc. Sean Martin
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 Welcome to the Music Evolves Podcast, where we explore the transformative power of music through the lens of technology, creativity, and innovation — by looking both forward and back. We dive deep into how cutting edge research and development are shaping the future of music, transforming how it’s created, shared, and experienced, while celebrating its timeless ability to inspire and connect us all. Whether you’re a musician, music enthusiast, or simply curious about the synergy between tradition and innovation at the intersection of art and technology, the Music Evolves Podcast invites you on a journey through the past, present, and future of music. Discover how music continues to inspire, connect, and evolve — redefining what’s possible and shaping the world one note at a time.© Copyright 2015-2025 ITSPmagazine, Inc. All Rights Reserved Art Divertissement et arts de la scène Musique
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  • Music, Meaning, and the Business of Being Heard: Why Authentic Music Travels Further Than Trends | A Conversation with Chris SD | Music Evolves with Sean Martin

    Music, Meaning, and the Business of Being Heard: Why Authentic Music Travels Further Than Trends | A Conversation with Chris SD | Music Evolves with Sean Martin
    Jan 3 2026
    Show NotesMusic placement has quietly become one of the most powerful engines shaping how audiences discover new artists. In this episode of Music Evolves, host Sean Martin speaks with Chris SD, music producer and founder focused on connecting independent songwriters with film, television, and media opportunities, about how music moves from personal creation into shared cultural moments.The conversation centers on sync licensing not as a shortcut, but as a parallel creative economy. Chris SD explains that music supervisors, the professionals responsible for sourcing music for screen, are not looking for imitation or trend chasing. They are listening for authenticity. Songs that already exist, written without a brief or a pitch in mind, often resonate more deeply because they carry emotional truth rather than calculated intent.Why Indie Music Wins Screen TimeIndependent artists play a critical role in modern film and television. Budget realities often make major label catalogs impractical, while independent creators offer flexibility, ownership clarity, and creative alignment. This shifts the opportunity structure. Artists who control their masters and publishing are easier to work with and faster to license, which matters in production schedules driven by speed.Exposure matters as much as payment. A single placement can introduce an artist to millions of viewers in a context that builds emotional association rather than passive listening. That connection often leads to discovery, touring opportunities, and long-term audience growth.Technology as a Tool, Not the AuthorThe episode also addresses the growing conversation around AI in music creation. Chris SD draws a clear distinction between technology as a production aid and technology as a replacement for human authorship. Current legal frameworks and copyright realities prevent fully AI-generated music from being licensed for film and television. More importantly, the emotional nuance required for storytelling still depends on human experience.The message is consistent throughout the discussion. Music that endures is not built on novelty or automation alone. It survives because it reflects something real. Sync licensing rewards that honesty rather than undermines it.For artists navigating visibility, rights, and sustainability, this conversation reframes placement not as selling out, but as participation in a larger storytelling ecosystem.GuestChris SD, Musician, Producer, and Founder of Sync Songwriter | On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-sd/HostSean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine, Studio C60, and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | Website: https://www.seanmartin.com/ResourcesAttend The Sync Songwriter Music Supervisor Panel: https://www.syncsongwriterprograms.com/a/2148209544/Z3BHNXLzKeywordssean martin, chris sd, sync, licensing, music, film, television, independent, supervisors, creativity, art, artist, musician, music evolves, music podcast, music and technology podcast More From Sean MartinMore from Music Evolves: https://www.seanmartin.com/music-evolves-podcastMusic Evolves on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTRJ5du7hFDXjiugu-uNPtWMusic Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7290890771828719616/Line of Sight Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7400591548452667392/ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazineBe sure to share and subscribe! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    41 min
  • Building Visibility, Community, and Momentum for Women in Music | A Conversation with Laura Whitmore, Founder of The Women’s International Music Network | The NAMM Show 2026 Event Coverage | Music Evolves with Sean Martin

    Building Visibility, Community, and Momentum for Women in Music | A Conversation with Laura Whitmore, Founder of The Women’s International Music Network | The NAMM Show 2026 Event Coverage | Music Evolves with Sean Martin
    Dec 30 2025
    Show NotesMusic careers are often discussed through the lens of performance, technology, or commercial success. Less visible is the connective tissue that sustains those careers: community, advocacy, and long-term support systems. In this episode of Music Evolves: Sonic Frontiers, the conversation centers on how structured networks and intentional recognition shape opportunity across the music industry.Laura Whitmore, Founder of The Women’s International Music Network and Senior Vice President of Marketing at Positive Grid, shares how the organization was created to address a simple but persistent issue: women working across music often operate in parallel, rarely connected despite facing similar challenges. The network focuses on bridging that gap by creating shared spaces for visibility, mentorship, and collaboration across roles including artists, executives, engineers, marketers, and legal professionals.A central anchor of that effort is the She Rocks Awards, now in its fourteenth year. The awards, taking place during The NAMM Show 2026, highlight women contributing across all layers of the industry, not only those on stage. The emphasis is on storytelling and presence, giving space for honorees to speak openly about career paths, obstacles, and resilience. That visibility has a ripple effect, normalizing leadership diversity and encouraging others to see themselves as part of the industry’s future.The discussion also addresses how technology fits into this ecosystem. From AI-assisted music tools to digital platforms that broaden access, innovation plays a role when it amplifies creativity rather than replacing it. The focus remains on preserving human expression while using technology to remove friction and expand reach.Another recurring theme is generational continuity. Younger creators and professionals bring new perspectives on consumption, creation, and community. Engaging them early, listening closely, and building inclusive pathways ensures the industry remains relevant and sustainable.This episode frames music not only as art or business, but as a shared cultural system. Networks like this one reinforce that progress does not happen automatically. It is built through intentional connection, recognition, and sustained effort.GuestLaura Whitmore, Founder of The Women’s International Music Network and Senior Vice President of Marketing at Positive Grid | On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurabwhitmore/HostSean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine, Studio C60, and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | Website: https://www.seanmartin.com/ResourcesThe Women's International Music Network: https://thewimn.com/2026 She Rocks Awards: https://sherocksawards.com/The NAMM Show 2026 is taking place from January 20-24, 2026 | Anaheim Convention Center • Southern California — Coverage provided by ITSPmagazine — Follow our coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/cybersecurity-technology-society-events/the-namm-show-2026The NAMM Show 2026: https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/attendMusic Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7290890771828719616/Keywordssean martin, laura whitmore, women’s international music network, she rocks awards, positive grid, namm, music advocacy, music marketing, women in music, music leadership, music, creativity, art, artist, musician, music evolves, music podcast, music and technology podcast More From Sean MartinMore from Music Evolves: https://www.seanmartin.com/music-evolves-podcastMusic Evolves on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTRJ5du7hFDXjiugu-uNPtWMusic Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7290890771828719616/Line of Sight Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7400591548452667392/ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazineBe sure to share and subscribe! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    34 min
  • Music, People, and the Energy That Moves an Industry | The NAMM Show 2026 Event Coverage with John Mlynczak, President and CEO at NAMM | On Location with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli

    Music, People, and the Energy That Moves an Industry | The NAMM Show 2026 Event Coverage with John Mlynczak, President and CEO at NAMM | On Location with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
    Dec 16 2025
    Guests and HostGuest: John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM | View Website | Visit NAMMHost: Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine Podcasts and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | On ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martinHost: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine Podcasts and Host of Redefining Society and Technology Podcast | On ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/marco-ciappelliShow NotesAs the music industry prepares for The NAMM Show 2026, the conversation moves well beyond gear announcements or product cycles. This episode of Music Evolves: Sonic Frontiers explores how music, technology, and human connection intersect at a moment where creativity, commerce, and culture are tightly interwoven.John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM, frames the upcoming show within a broader historical arc. NAMM marks its 125th year as an organization, offering a rare opportunity to examine why music endures while many industries fade. His perspective highlights resilience as a defining trait of music makers and the businesses that support them, shaped by shifting genres, global trade pressures, and accelerating technological change.The discussion places artificial intelligence in context rather than at the center. AI is acknowledged as one of many tools influencing music creation and production, but not the defining force. The episode emphasizes that innovation in music technology often builds on familiar foundations, while differentiation increasingly comes from artists, creators, and the stories they bring to the instruments they use.Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli explore how authenticity now drives connection between brands, artists, and audiences. Product differentiation is no longer just about features or specifications. Artist collaborations, personal branding, and direct engagement through social platforms shape trust and influence purchasing decisions. Music products are experienced through people first, technology second.Education also emerges as a critical theme. The NAMM Show 2026 expands learning opportunities with hundreds of sessions, new multi-hour summits, and programming designed around distinct communities, from educators to retailers to professional audio engineers. Data-driven insights now guide how these experiences are designed, enabling more personalized and meaningful participation.Underlying the conversation is a shared belief that music remains fundamentally human. Technology may change workflows, distribution, and scale, but emotion, expression, and community remain the constants. The episode positions The NAMM Show not just as a trade event, but as a living snapshot of where music culture and the business of music are heading next.The NAMM Show 2026 is taking place from January 20-24, 2026 | Anaheim Convention Center • Southern California — Coverage provided by ITSPmagazine — Follow our coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/cybersecurity-technology-society-events/the-namm-show-2026ResourcesNAMM Organization: https://www.namm.org/The NAMM Show 2026: https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/attendCatch more stories from NAMM Show 2026 coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/cybersecurity-technology-society-events/the-namm-show-2026Music Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7290890771828719616/Want to share an Event Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More 👉 https://www.studioc60.com/performance#briefingWant Sean and Marco to be part of your event or conference? Let Us Know 👉 https://www.studioc60.com/performance#ideasKEYWORDS: sean martin, marco ciappelli, john mlynczak, the namm show, the namm show 2026, namm 2026, music industry, music technology, music education, artist collaborations, event coverage, on location, conference More From Sean MartinMore from Music Evolves: https://www.seanmartin.com/music-evolves-podcastMusic Evolves on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTRJ5du7hFDXjiugu-uNPtWMusic Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7290890771828719616/Line of Sight Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7400591548452667392/ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazineBe sure to share and subscribe! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    35 min
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