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IN FOCUS is a short-form podcast and fireside chat series presented by Downtown, spotlighting industry leaders, music technology trends, and data-driven strategies for artists, labels, and music professionals. Listen for actionable insights, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and deep dives into the ideas transforming the future of music. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@DowntownMusic Subscribe to the ... more

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Episode fifteen sees Karma Bertelsen, Marketing Strategy Director (EMEA) at FUGA, in conversation with Scottish artist and songwriter Nina Nesbitt, exploring what it means to evolve creatively, switch genres, and bring fans along on new musical journ... more

Episode fourteen sees Cabrea Casey, A&R and Sync Marketing Director at Downtown Music Publishing, in conversation with songwriter, recording artist, and producer Madge, exploring how fandom, gaming, and music intersect to create deeply engaged, authe... more

Episode thirteen sees Ben Patashnik, Senior Strategy Manager at Downtown, in conversation with Dexter Hubbard, Consultant at Badhead Music and Label Manager at SADCØRE Records, exploring what it truly means to build a sustainable career in music — an... more

Episode twelve sees Tim Cronin, Director of Business Development (UK & Ireland) at FUGA, in conversation with Kwabz, Co-Founder and Director of Mixtape Madness, exploring how labels discover, develop, and support artists in an increasingly saturated ... more

Episode eleven sees Tim Huang, Director of Audience Strategy at Downtown Music, in conversation with Brian Popowitz, General Manager of Black Box, exploring how music marketing is evolving from pure media spend toward storytelling, intention, and lon... more

Episode ten sees Desiree Vach, General Manager at Downtown in Berlin, in conversation with Björn Meyer, Co-Owner and Managing Director of Odyssey Music Network, exploring the unique role physical music continues to play in Germany’s largely digital-f... more

Episode nine sees Jason Taylor, Vice President of Business Development at Downtown Music Publishing, in conversation with Damon Booth, General Manager of Notable Music Company, exploring how storytelling plays a vital role in keeping legacy catalogs ... more

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Recent Guests

Erin Kinsey
Artist singer-songwriter out of Nashville, Tennessee
Episode: [Ep. 08] IN FOCUS: Sustainable Careers - Having a business mindset
Feedy Frizzy
Part of the music team at War Child UK.
War Child UK
Episode: [Ep. 05] IN FOCUS – Partnerships: In Conversation with War Child
Nina Nesbitt
An artist and songwriter from Scotland
Episode: [Ep. 03] IN FOCUS - Life of a Label: Starting a Label

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[Ep. 03] IN FOCUS - Life of a Label: Starting a Label
Q: How do you safeguard yourself from burnout?
I haven't perfected that yet, it's been a learning curve managing my time between being an artist and label owner.
[Ep. 03] IN FOCUS - Life of a Label: Starting a Label
Q: How do you actually start a label?
You need to establish a name, create solid relationships, and understand the technical aspects such as distribution.
[Ep. 03] IN FOCUS - Life of a Label: Starting a Label
Q: Nina, what's it been like, you know, being an artist, but also starting your own label?
It's been challenging yet rewarding, allowing for creative freedom and ownership over music decisions.
[Ep. 07] IN FOCUS: Genre Evolution - The Hip-Hop Landscape
Q: How important is it for artists to work with the same team over time?
It's crucial for building relationships and trust, which are paramount for long-term success in the music industry.

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IN FOCUS is a concise, interview-driven series that sheds light on music industry trends, technology, and data-driven strategies for artists, labels, and music professionals. Across episodes, it frequently explores publishing, sync licensing, marketing, and artist development, with notable emphasis on how technology and analytics inform decision-making, audience engagement, and revenue opportunities. A distinguishing element is its direct ties to Downtown and its ecosystem, featuring leaders from publishers, labels, and music services who translate complex concepts into practical guidance for practitioners. The show is particularly useful for listeners who want actionable insights, real-world case examples, and a peek behind the scenes of m... more

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