Music Tectonics 2024: Industry Leaders Tackle Streaming Fraud, Artist-Fan Relationships and Music Investment
Music Tectonics 2024 brought together music industry professionals and tech innovators in Santa Monica for discussions on crucial industry topics and emerging technologies.
Conference founder Dmitri Vietze celebrated his PR firm Rock Paper Scissors' 25th anniversary while hosting the event along the Santa Monica pier.
A key fireside chat featured Bob Moczydlowsky (former Managing Director of Techstars Music) and Joe Tou (Sony Ventures) discussing financing strategies for startups. Tou emphasized the industry's readiness for creative ideas and new platforms.
Startup competition finalist Soloist showcased their mobile loop pedal innovation. Founder Parker Busick explained how the app connects musicians globally by allowing them to share and collaborate using uploaded loops.
The conference relocated to the Annenberg Community Beach House for its second day, where panels focused on:
- Preventing streaming fraud
- Developing stronger artist-fan relationships
- Monetizing fan engagement through merchandise and concert tickets
A new creators' fair addition featured companies like Roland demonstrating musical innovations. Vietze emphasized the conference's holistic approach to innovation, bringing together the recording industry, startups, and creator tools in an engaging environment.
The event took place October 22-24, combining industry insights with networking opportunities in a beachside setting.
Businessman checking phone with charts
Carly Glenn smiling at album debut
Music streaming app interface