feed02.fireside.fm Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:16:54 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) MDLSKL https://mdlskl.fireside.fm Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:45:06 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji bring you MDLSKL - Putting the spotlight on the intersection of music and technology in the modern streaming era. en © 2025 MDLSKL episodic Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji bring you MDLSKL - Putting the spotlight on the intersection of music and technology in the modern streaming era. no music, tech, musictech Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji middleskool.music@gmail.com yes S4E3: The Creativity Conundrum https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/27 9e75f94f-7ae9-4153-aebc-31f3a0f3638d Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 27 S4E3: The Creativity Conundrum full 4 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we discuss creative freedom in the music industry, and how labels are still significantly impacting the creative direction of album and song releases in 2022. Whether established or not, we unpack why artists do and don't work with labels, despite the opportunities for self-ownership in the modern streaming era. 25:38 no This week, we discuss creative freedom in the music industry, and how labels are still significantly impacting the creative direction of album and song releases in 2022. Whether established or not, we unpack why artists do and don't work with labels, despite the opportunities for self-ownership in the modern streaming era. music, creator, content, record labels, song, track, album, MGK, Russ, Eminem, Kendrick, TikTok, Spotify, Apple, Tidal, UMG, Warner, Soundcloud, royalties This week, we discuss creative freedom in the music industry, and how labels are still significantly impacting the creative direction of album and song releases in 2022. Whether established or not, we unpack why artists do and don't work with labels, despite the opportunities for self-ownership in the modern streaming era.

]]> This week, we discuss creative freedom in the music industry, and how labels are still significantly impacting the creative direction of album and song releases in 2022. Whether established or not, we unpack why artists do and don't work with labels, despite the opportunities for self-ownership in the modern streaming era.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+2WovxENu ]]> Dario de Wet Farhan Lalji S4E2: The Impact of NFTs on the Music Industry https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/26 f44f0fcc-fc31-4bd0-a0ff-f3154d43e0eb Tue, 27 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 26 S4E2: The Impact of NFTs on the Music Industry full 4 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we discuss NFTs and their potential impact on the music industry. We explore their origins, current market activity and give our predictions on what the future could hold. 32:56 no This week, we discuss NFTs and their potential impact on the music industry. We explore their origins, current market activity and give our predictions on what the future could hold. NFT, music, token, crypto, creator, artist, revenue, monetisation, streaming, finance, royalties, content, Spotify, Apple This week, we discuss NFTs and their potential impact on the music industry. We explore their origins, current market activity and give our predictions on what the future could hold.

]]> This week, we discuss NFTs and their potential impact on the music industry. We explore their origins, current market activity and give our predictions on what the future could hold.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+NuufH_Nr ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S4E1: The Square-Tidal Deal https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/25 58e46d53-4827-40df-8790-abeb4b5179e0 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 25 S4E1: The Square-Tidal Deal full 4 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we unpack Square's $297m acquisition of Jay-Z's TlDAL and what this means for the future of the music industry. We explore the rationale behind the deal and why this is one of the most exciting industry developments in recent years. 32:28 no This week, we unpack Square's $297m acquisition of Jay-Z's TIDAL and what this means for the future of the music industry. We explore the rationale behind the deal and why this is one of the most exciting industry developments in recent years. Music, Square, Tidal, Jay-Z, streaming, finance, royalties, artists, Twitter, Spotify, Apple, Soundcloud, creator, content, M&A This week, we unpack Square's $297m acquisition of Jay-Z's TIDAL and what this means for the future of the music industry. We explore the rationale behind the deal and why this is one of the most exciting industry developments in recent years.

]]> This week, we unpack Square's $297m acquisition of Jay-Z's TIDAL and what this means for the future of the music industry. We explore the rationale behind the deal and why this is one of the most exciting industry developments in recent years.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+F6i2HTrX ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S3E6: Wrapped 2020 https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/24 fce1ee18-160e-4ecf-8f06-a0926afa7382 Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 24 S3E6: Wrapped 2020 full 3 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits and what has made 2020 a year to remember (or forget). We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting for 2021 and beyond. 34:01 no This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits and what has made 2020 a year to remember (or forget). We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting for 2021 and beyond. Music, tech, musictech, podcasts, wrapped, Spotify, sales, charts, streams, data, Eminem, B-Side, MTBMB, concerts, live shows, MGK, Justin Bieber, Halsey, Russ This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits and what has made 2020 a year to remember (or forget). We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting for 2021 and beyond.

]]> This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits and what has made 2020 a year to remember (or forget). We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting for 2021 and beyond.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+wynpgA62 ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S3E5: Cherie Hu | Founder and Publisher at Water & Music https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/23 119c2951-b5ca-492d-b9d7-96a506eaa0af Tue, 01 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 23 S3E5: Cherie Hu | Founder and Publisher at Water & Music full 3 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji We welcome award-winning music-tech journalist Cherie Hu to discuss the influence new digital experiences are having on artist monetisation, how this impacts the future of the music industry, and where video games and social media fit into it all. 50:53 no We welcome award-winning music-tech journalist Cherie Hu to discuss the influence new digital experiences are having on artist monetisation, how this impacts the future of the music industry, and where video games and social media fit into it all. music, commentary, business, podcast, publishing, livestream, Twitch, TikTok, Triller, Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, gaming, creator, content, finance, monetisation, strategy, VC We welcome award-winning music-tech journalist Cherie Hu to discuss the influence new digital experiences are having on artist monetisation, how this impacts the future of the music industry, and where video games and social media fit into it all.

]]> We welcome award-winning music-tech journalist Cherie Hu to discuss the influence new digital experiences are having on artist monetisation, how this impacts the future of the music industry, and where video games and social media fit into it all.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+6gKMVnFZ ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S3E4: In Defense of Spotify https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/21 ffad1d2f-ae97-48cd-8818-b29214a8377b Sun, 11 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 21 S3E4: In Defense of Spotify full 3 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we discuss the controversial comments of Spotify CEO, Daniel Ek, suggesting that the secret to success in the digital era is not higher payout rates, but more output from musicians - "You can't record music once every three to four years and think that's going to be enough". 37:07 no This week, we discuss the controversial comments of Spotify CEO, Daniel Ek, suggesting that the secret to success in the digital era is not higher payout rates, but more output from musicians - "You can't record music once every three to four years and think that's going to be enough". music, tech, podcast, spotify, royalties, album, TikTok, release, strategy, songs, charts, new, streaming, ranking, Billboard, labels, revenue, Apple, Deezer, YouTube This week, we discuss the controversial comments of Spotify CEO, Daniel Ek, suggesting that the secret to success in the digital era is not higher payout rates, but more output from musicians - "You can't record music once every three to four years and think that's going to be enough".

]]> This week, we discuss the controversial comments of Spotify CEO, Daniel Ek, suggesting that the secret to success in the digital era is not higher payout rates, but more output from musicians - "You can't record music once every three to four years and think that's going to be enough".

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+rIF-bHb3 ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S3E3: Olivier Robert-Murphy | Chief of Possibilites at UMG https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/20 c0fd81b9-6b7e-4126-99d1-90ec9d47b832 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 20 S3E3: Olivier Robert-Murphy | Chief of Possibilites at UMG full 3 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji As Chief of Possibilities at Universal Music Group (UMG), Toulouse-born Olivier Robert-Murphy’s desire to seek out inventive and collaborative business concepts never wavers. Driving New Business around the world, Olivier leads an award-winning team of global music, content and partnership experts, recognised as THE creative company for music, culture and brands. Servicing more than 500 brands yearly, across 70 markets, they provide innovative campaigns and focused insights to help local and global brands truly connect with their audiences and find their unique voice in culture. This week, we sit down with Olivier to learn more about his story and discuss the current state of the industry. 17:05 no As Chief of Possibilities at Universal Music Group (UMG), Toulouse-born Olivier Robert-Murphy’s desire to seek out inventive and collaborative business concepts never wavers. Driving New Business around the world, Olivier leads an award-winning team of global music, content and partnership experts, recognised as THE creative company for music, culture and brands. Servicing more than 500 brands yearly, across 70 markets, they provide innovative campaigns and focused insights to help local and global brands truly connect with their audiences and find their unique voice in culture. This week, we sit down with Olivier to learn more about his story and discuss the current state of the industry. music, tech, podcast, business, UMG, universal, new business, UMGB, brands, media, agency, marketing, TikTok, partnerships, songs, charts, new artists, collaboration, creativity, A&R, streaming, rankings, Spotify, labels, CDs, physical, digital, revenue, income, Deezer, Apple Music, B2C, B2B, Distributor As Chief of Possibilities at Universal Music Group (UMG), Toulouse-born Olivier Robert-Murphy’s desire to seek out inventive and collaborative business concepts never wavers.

Driving New Business around the world, Olivier leads an award-winning team of global music, content and partnership experts, recognised as THE creative company for music, culture and brands. Servicing more than 500 brands yearly, across 70 markets, they provide innovative campaigns and focused insights to help local and global brands truly connect with their audiences and find their unique voice in culture.

This week, we sit down with Olivier to learn more about his story and discuss the current state of the industry.

]]> As Chief of Possibilities at Universal Music Group (UMG), Toulouse-born Olivier Robert-Murphy’s desire to seek out inventive and collaborative business concepts never wavers.

Driving New Business around the world, Olivier leads an award-winning team of global music, content and partnership experts, recognised as THE creative company for music, culture and brands. Servicing more than 500 brands yearly, across 70 markets, they provide innovative campaigns and focused insights to help local and global brands truly connect with their audiences and find their unique voice in culture.

This week, we sit down with Olivier to learn more about his story and discuss the current state of the industry.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+8Pyk3aqm ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S3E2: Warner Music Group IPO https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/19 7ba8a9a7-4ae6-4bb2-86f1-e7536104c31e Tue, 23 Jun 2020 15:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 19 S3E2: Warner Music Group IPO full 3 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji With the spotlight on Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) as the year's biggest U.S. IPO, this week we dig deeper into WMG and the hotly contested battle between labels, digital service providers and other industry players. 32:28 no With the spotlight on Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) as the year's biggest U.S. IPO, this week we dig deeper into WMG and the hotly contested battle between labels, digital service providers and other industry players. Music, tech, musictech, finance, IPO, WMG, Warner, Warner Music, Atlantic, Elektra, Madonna, Ed Sheeran, Tencent, stock, shares, funds, DSP, Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, Deezer, YouTube, coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic, public markets, private equity, venture capital, label, publishing, record deal, competition, MGK, Run the Jewels, artist, musician, hip hop, rap, rock, pop With the spotlight on Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) as the year's biggest U.S. IPO, this week we dig deeper into WMG and the hotly contested battle between labels, digital service providers and other industry players.

]]> With the spotlight on Warner Music Group (NASDAQ: WMG) as the year's biggest U.S. IPO, this week we dig deeper into WMG and the hotly contested battle between labels, digital service providers and other industry players.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+GLjIrOtX ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S3E1: Jon Connor https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/18 26654340-94fc-43f6-aa01-2d22ec3a3c5a Sun, 31 May 2020 12:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 18 S3E1: Jon Connor full 3 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji As Dr. Dre's 'Compton' protégé, Jon Connor recently parted ways with Dr. Dre's Aftermath label to seek independence under his new imprint All Varsity Music Group. With the release of his highly-anticipated "SOS" album, we sat down with the Flint, Michigan native to learn more about his journey. 37:26 no As Dr. Dre's 'Compton' protégé, Jon Connor recently parted ways with Dr. Dre's Aftermath label to seek independence under his new imprint All Varsity Music Group. With the release of his highly-anticipated "SOS" album, we sat down with the Flint, Michigan native to learn more about his journey. Dr Dre, Aftermath, Compton, Jon Connor, AVM, All Varsity Music, Vehicle City, SOS, #BestInTheWorld, The Game, Kendrick Lamar, Anderson Paak, Eminem, DefJam, mixtape, Jay-Z, music, tech, MDLSKL, podcast As Dr. Dre's 'Compton' protégé, Jon Connor recently parted ways with Dr. Dre's Aftermath label to seek independence under his new imprint All Varsity Music Group. With the release of his highly-anticipated "SOS" album, we sat down with the Flint, Michigan native to learn more about his journey.

]]> As Dr. Dre's 'Compton' protégé, Jon Connor recently parted ways with Dr. Dre's Aftermath label to seek independence under his new imprint All Varsity Music Group. With the release of his highly-anticipated "SOS" album, we sat down with the Flint, Michigan native to learn more about his journey.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+mwoiDaKq ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E7: Release & Monetisation Strategies https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/17 d401b3e3-d14a-4487-897d-6f34d3c17d08 Sun, 03 May 2020 14:15:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 17 S2E7: Release & Monetisation Strategies full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji As the world continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic, we explore the industry-wide implications of COVID-19 on release and monetisation strategies. 32:35 no As the world continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic, we explore the industry-wide implications of COVID-19 on release and monetisation strategies. Music, tech, musictech, coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic, content, creation, content creation, album, song, new, old, covers, samples, concerts, Twitch, Fortnite, Travis Scott, G-Eazy, MGK, Spotify, YouTube, Ian Diorr, DaBaby, happy, happiness, China, USA, UK, EU, Blink 182, experiment, creativity, Drake, Fintech, mixtape As the world continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic, we explore the industry-wide implications of COVID-19 on release and monetisation strategies.

]]> As the world continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic, we explore the industry-wide implications of COVID-19 on release and monetisation strategies.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+lZhYhBCt ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E6: Music Consumption - The Coronavirus Effect https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/16 acd54949-98fd-4840-accc-a1604df092f5 Mon, 13 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 16 S2E6: Music Consumption - The Coronavirus Effect full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji As we continue to self-isolate, this week we explore how COVID-19 has affected music consumption patterns and streaming trends over this time. 35:10 no As we continue to self-isolate, this week we explore how COVID-19 has affected music consumption patterns and streaming trends over this time. Music, tech, musictech, coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic, mental health, depression, artists, Soundcloud, Spotify, YouTube, playlists, catalogue, workout, cooking, new, old, classic, concert, events, performance, music videos, happiness, happy, health, safety, China, US, UK, Europe As we continue to self-isolate, this week we explore how COVID-19 has affected music consumption patterns and streaming trends over this time.

]]> As we continue to self-isolate, this week we explore how COVID-19 has affected music consumption patterns and streaming trends over this time.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+NJdofx8w ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E5: COVID-19 Edition https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/15 32ec455d-4c13-4310-9fc6-e3336d01ab90 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 15 S2E5: COVID-19 Edition full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji As the world sits in lockdown, this week we explore new music to help us get through this time. Furthermore, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the industry and the implications it may have on its future. 23:07 no As the world sits in lockdown, this week we explore new music to help us get through this time. Furthermore, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the industry and the implications it may have on its future. Music, tech, musictech, coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic, mental health, depression, artists, Soundcloud, Spotify, YouTube, Joyner Lucas, Jesse Reyez, Weeknd, concerts, events, insurance, happiness, happy, health, safety, China, US, UK, Europe As the world sits in lockdown, this week we explore new music to help us get through this time. Furthermore, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the industry and the implications it may have on its future.

]]> As the world sits in lockdown, this week we explore new music to help us get through this time. Furthermore, we discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the industry and the implications it may have on its future.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+_diyI0Rc ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E4: Music IP - An Attractive Asset Class? https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/14 af37470b-eda6-4c5d-8f9d-475261b515ec Sun, 08 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 14 S2E4: Music IP - An Attractive Asset Class? full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji With the onset of COVID-19, world stock markets suffered their worst week since the 2008 financial crises. On the contrary, music is a uniquely positioned asset class with very little correlation to the stock market. This week, we put the spotlight on investing in music IP as an alternative asset class. 37:59 no With the onset of COVID-19, world stock markets suffered their worst week since the 2008 financial crises. On the contrary, music is a uniquely positioned asset class with very little correlation to the stock market. This week, we put the spotlight on investing in music IP as an alternative asset class. Music, tech, musictech, coronavirus, COVID-19, IP, music IP, royalties, rights, FTSE, S&P, stocks, stock market, hipgnosis, investment, alternatives, assets, alternative assets, intellectual property, artists, old school, Soundcloud, Spotify, YouTube, US, UK, songs, fund, pglang, Russ, SXSW, Coachella, yield, return, DCF, valuation, model, catalogue, income, insider trading, invest With the onset of COVID-19, world stock markets suffered their worst week since the 2008 financial crises. On the contrary, music is a uniquely positioned asset class with very little correlation to the stock market. This week, we put the spotlight on investing in music IP as an alternative asset class.

]]> With the onset of COVID-19, world stock markets suffered their worst week since the 2008 financial crises. On the contrary, music is a uniquely positioned asset class with very little correlation to the stock market. This week, we put the spotlight on investing in music IP as an alternative asset class.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+VhjipmUV ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E3: A Tale of Two Justins https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/13 b3c28148-5f06-41c1-ae4c-93d120a272e7 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 13 S2E3: A Tale of Two Justins full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji Fourteen-years ago, 25-year old Justin Timberlake unleashed his career-defining 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' - An album desperately ahead of its time. At 25-years old, Justin Bieber released 'Changes', the follow-up to his 2015 comeback album 'Purpose'. This week, we contrast and compare the career evolution of Justin Timberlake and Justin Bieber. 40:13 no Fourteen-years ago, 25-year old Justin Timberlake unleashed his career-defining 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' - An album desperately ahead of its time. At 25-years old, Justin Bieber released 'Changes', the follow-up to his 2015 comeback album 'Purpose'. This week, we contrast and compare the career evolution of Justin Timberlake and Justin Bieber. Music, tech, musictech, podcast, commentary, Justin Bieber, Justin Timberlake, Bieber, Timberlake, Hailey Bieber, Hailey Baldwin, Jessica Biel, Justified, Futuresex/Lovesounds, 20/20, Man of the Woods, Purpose, Changes, Post Malone, Lil Dicky, Timbaland, Neptunes, Pharrell, Poo Bear, Missy Elliot, pop, r&b, hiphop, funk, Prince, Michael Jackson, Spotify, Usher, Scooter Braun, Gen Z, Millenials, iTunes, Will.I.Am, black eyed peas, rick Rubin Fourteen-years ago, 25-year old Justin Timberlake unleashed his career-defining 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' - An album desperately ahead of its time. At 25-years old, Justin Bieber released 'Changes', the follow-up to his 2015 comeback album 'Purpose'. This week, we contrast and compare the career evolution of Justin Timberlake and Justin Bieber.

]]> Fourteen-years ago, 25-year old Justin Timberlake unleashed his career-defining 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' - An album desperately ahead of its time. At 25-years old, Justin Bieber released 'Changes', the follow-up to his 2015 comeback album 'Purpose'. This week, we contrast and compare the career evolution of Justin Timberlake and Justin Bieber.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+p_OFXXpt ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E2: The Voice of Gen Z https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/12 7fbee018-be0e-4a85-955e-65c620c47175 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 13:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 12 S2E2: The Voice of Gen Z full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on Grammys "big four" marquee award sensation - Billie Eilish. At just 18-years old, Billie Eilish is redefining teen-pop stardom, while making history along the way. We discuss the career evolution of none other than Billie Eilish. 41:39 no This week, we put the spotlight on Grammys "big four" marquee award sensation - Billie Eilish. At just 18-years old, Billie Eilish is redefining teen-pop stardom, while making history along the way. We discuss the career evolution of none other than Billie Eilish. Music, tech, musictech, podcast, commentary, Billie Eilish, Billie, Eilish, Bad Guy, Grammys, Awards, Interscope, Ocean Eyes, SoundCloud, Eminem, Lil Wayne, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Halsey, Finneas, alternative pop, electro pop, pop, indie pop, alternative, Gen Z, TikTok This week, we put the spotlight on Grammys "big four" marquee award sensation - Billie Eilish. At just 18-years old, Billie Eilish is redefining teen-pop stardom, while making history along the way. We discuss the career evolution of none other than Billie Eilish.

]]> This week, we put the spotlight on Grammys "big four" marquee award sensation - Billie Eilish. At just 18-years old, Billie Eilish is redefining teen-pop stardom, while making history along the way. We discuss the career evolution of none other than Billie Eilish.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+mC64zsck ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S2E1: Music to Be Murdered By https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/11 7fa95915-443c-489c-8994-b8dfab128d34 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 13:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 11 S2E1: Music to Be Murdered By full 2 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on the best-selling artist of the 21st century - Eminem. With the surprise release of his 11th studio album, and 10th consecutive No. 1, the controversial 'Music to Be Murdered By' is the most streamed album ever in one day. We discuss the career evolution of Marshall Mathers himself aka Eminem. 47:22 no This week, we put the spotlight on the best-selling artist of the 21st century - Eminem. With the surprise release of his 11th studio album, and 10th consecutive No. 1, the controversial 'Music to Be Murdered By' is the most streamed album ever in one day. We discuss the career evolution of Marshall Mathers himself aka Eminem. Music, tech, musictech, podcast, commentary, Eminem, Slim Shady, Marshall Mathers, Dr Dre, Jimmy Iovine, Interscope, Juice WRLD, Ed Sheeran, Skylar Grey, Young M.A, Slaughterhouse, Lord Jamar, Joe Budden, MGK, Royce Da 5’9”, Godzilla, Darkness, Anderson.Paak, Lock it Up, Farewell, Murder, Music to be Murdered By, Slim Shady LP, Marshall Mathers LP, The EMINEM Show, TES, Encore, Relapse, Recovery, MMLP2, Revival, Kamikaze, D12, 50 Cent, Obie Trice, Ca$his, Stat Quo, Bobby Creekwater, Halsey, Mac Miller This week, we put the spotlight on the best-selling artist of the 21st century - Eminem. With the surprise release of his 11th studio album, and 10th consecutive No. 1, the controversial 'Music to Be Murdered By' is the most streamed album ever in one day. We discuss the career evolution of Marshall Mathers himself aka Eminem.

]]> This week, we put the spotlight on the best-selling artist of the 21st century - Eminem. With the surprise release of his 11th studio album, and 10th consecutive No. 1, the controversial 'Music to Be Murdered By' is the most streamed album ever in one day. We discuss the career evolution of Marshall Mathers himself aka Eminem.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+xWF3krj_ ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E10: Our Crystal Ball - 2020 and Beyond! https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/10 513cd96b-c6f2-4671-87cf-c46b4a6df650 Tue, 31 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 10 S1E10: Our Crystal Ball - 2020 and Beyond! full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on 2020. We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting to see in the decade that lies ahead. We apologise for the poor audio quality. 24:56 no This week, we put the spotlight on 2020. We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting to see in the decade that lies ahead. We apologise for the poor audio quality. Music, tech, musictech, podcasts, trends, future, 2020, TikTok, Timbaland, streaming, Spotify, piracy, Jayz, sales, charts, data, awards, tour, royalties, social, media This week, we put the spotlight on 2020. We explore active trends, our predictions and what we're expecting to see in the decade that lies ahead. We apologise for the poor audio quality.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+bhzD3vA- ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E9: Wrapped 2019 https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/9 0055c2fa-6d4c-4141-a22f-9f208fc49944 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 9 S1E9: Wrapped 2019 full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits. Furthermore, we discuss the strategic intent of modern day release cycles, and the effect on back catalogue sales. We apologise for the poor audio quality. 21:56 no This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits. Furthermore, we discuss the strategic intent of modern day release cycles, and the effect on back catalogue sales. We apologise for the poor audio quality. Music, tech, musictech, podcasts, wrapped, Spotify, sales, charts, streams, data, awards, minutes, reggaeton, Jayz, Weeknd, Eminem, Kanye, Dr Dre, BTS, Halsey, Game, Billie Eilish This week, we put the spotlight on MDLSKL's year in review, unpacking the data behind our listening habits. Furthermore, we discuss the strategic intent of modern day release cycles, and the effect on back catalogue sales. We apologise for the poor audio quality.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+rrDicaqK ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E8: Lyrics & Law https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/8 01fc86c6-3c87-44b5-9fdf-2d59f631b5c7 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 8 S1E8: Lyrics & Law full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on the controversial use of song lyrics as evidence. From rock & roll to rap, we discuss what it really means to separate the art from the artist. 34:53 no This week, we put the spotlight on the controversial use of song lyrics as evidence. From rock & roll to rap, we discuss what it really means to separate the art from the artist. Music, tech, musictech, law, legal, court, case, court case, jail, prison, art, lyrics, artist, rap, hiphop, rock, jury, US, NWA, Eminem, Tekashi, 6ix 9ine, YNW Melly, Ozzy Osbourne, Jusad Priest, Soundcloud, YouTube, American Music Awards, Grammy, MTV, Dr Dre, Taylor Swift, Halsey, Camila Cabello, The Game, Griselda, Post Malone, Travis Scott, Billboard, charts This week, we put the spotlight on the controversial use of song lyrics as evidence. From rock & roll to rap, we discuss what it really means to separate the art from the artist.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+6D_zMLbK ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E7: Expectations VS Reality https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/7 6150d875-5903-4618-95fb-f8566dee6e6c Sun, 17 Nov 2019 15:30:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 7 S1E7: Expectations VS Reality full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on popular opinion and how this translates into sales numbers. We discuss the relevance of chart positions in the modern streaming era, sales strategies and the artist disputes that arise on the back of these. 37:23 no This week, we put the spotlight on popular opinion and how this translates into sales numbers. We discuss the relevance of chart positions in the modern streaming era, sales strategies and the artist disputes that arise on the back of these. Music, tech, musictech, sales, charts, streams, rankings, Billboard, Chance The Rapper, NF, Nicki Minaj, Drake, Kanye West, Eminem, Tyler the Creator, Camp Flog Gnaw, Dj Khaled, tickets, concerts, TikTok, Hiphop, country, Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, TDE, Migos, Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Soundcloud, YouTube This week, we put the spotlight on popular opinion and how this translates into sales numbers. We discuss the relevance of chart positions in the modern streaming era, sales strategies and the artist disputes that arise on the back of these.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+fOre2Nab ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E6: Rhythm + Flow https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/6 9b43930a-925d-4465-bf7b-58abf852e0a4 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 13:45:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 6 S1E6: Rhythm + Flow full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on Netflix's hip-hop competition show, Rhythm + Flow. We discuss music competition shows, and their role in launching the careers of past, present and future music artists. 35:22 no This week, we put the spotlight on Netflix's hip-hop competition show, Rhythm + Flow. We discuss music competition shows and their role in launching the careers of past, present and future music artists. Music, tech, musictech, music competition, Rhythm&Flow, D Smoke, hiphop, Netflix, The Voice, X factor, Idol, Cardi B, T.I, Chance The Rapper, Snoop Dogg, Gangstarr, Jon Connor, Aftermath, Sounwave, SiR, TDE, Kendrick Lamar This week, we put the spotlight on Netflix's hip-hop competition show, Rhythm + Flow. We discuss music competition shows and their role in launching the careers of past, present and future music artists.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+Ijxmu_N3 ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E5: China's Streaming Revolution: Paying VS Pirating https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/5 675f8303-defa-4cc3-98f5-0fdd3a914336 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 5 S1E5: China's Streaming Revolution: Paying VS Pirating full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we put the spotlight on China's piracy-stricken music industry. From its origins to the rise of the game-changing Tencent Music (NYSE: TME). 41:29 no This week, we put the spotlight on China's piracy-stricken music industry. From its origins to the rise of the game-changing Tencent Music (NYSE: TME). Music, tech, musictech, streaming, digital, china, piracy, copyright, Baidu, Tencent, WeChat, Tencent Music, VAS, ringtones, royalties, click farms, IPO, data, analytics, Spotify, Tunecore, Facebook, Instagram,Rhythm&Flow, Netflix, The Game, Yelawolf, Gangstarr, WestsideGunn, Conway, BennyTheButcher, Post Malone, SZA, hiphop This week, we put the spotlight on China's piracy-stricken music industry. From its origins to the rise of the game-changing Tencent Music (NYSE: TME).

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+AqIpZM62 ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E4: The Dawn of Online Piracy https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/4 4a12c4d5-2ac3-4420-b2e9-d1d392252963 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 08:00:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 4 S1E4: The Dawn of Online Piracy full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we unpack the origin story of digital music piracy in the 2000s, new-age piracy and fraud in the streaming era and general industry buzz. 41:13 no This week, we unpack the origin story of digital music piracy in the 2000s, new-age piracy and fraud in the streaming era and general industry buzz. music, tech, musictech, piracy, copyright, streaming, stream-ripping, fraud, P2P, Winamp, IRC, Rabid Neurosis, Dell Glover, Napster, Metallica, Kazaa, Blubster, WINMX, Limewire, Audiogalaxy, Bearshare, royalties This week, we unpack the origin story of digital music piracy in the 2000s, new-age piracy and fraud in the streaming era and general industry buzz.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+NuMWI8Qa ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E3: Death of the Record Store https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/3 0c023dcc-7055-42c8-9ebb-d845554ad890 Fri, 04 Oct 2019 21:30:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 3 S1E3: Death of the Record Store full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we unpack what led to the death of the record store and how it can be saved, the case for data-driven A&R and general industry buzz. 37:32 no This week, we unpack what led to the death of the record store and how it can be saved, the case for data-driven A&R and general industry buzz. music, tech, musictech, record store, CD, vinyl, cassette, HMV, Virgin Megastore, Tower Records, experience, live music, concert, signings, streaming, startup, venture, VC, AI, ML, data-driven, A&R, Spotify, record labels, independent artists, brand partnerships, UMG, WMG, Live Nation, Apple Music, Shazam This week, we unpack what led to the death of the record store and how it can be saved, the case for data-driven A&R and general industry buzz.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+sn35DE1c ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E2: Copyright VS Creativity https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/2 86c6348b-7fbb-460f-a282-5cea2a2d1ce7 Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:45:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 2 S1E2: Copyright VS Creativity full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we unpack the effects of copyright on creativity, the relevance of the super producer, Kanye West and general industry buzz. 29:58 no This week, we unpack the effects of copyright on creativity, the relevance of the super producer, Kanye West and general industry buzz. music, tech, musictech, copyright, creativity, production, producer, super producer, hip hop, royalties, startups, Tully, Joyner Lucas, Kanye West, Dr Dre, Timbaland, Scott Storch, Dj Premier, Rick Ruben, Metro Boomin This week, we unpack the effects of copyright on creativity, the relevance of the super producer, Kanye West and general industry buzz.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/NOrNBs4B+nRHZAa-1 ]]> Farhan Lalji Dario de Wet S1E1: The Minimum Viable Album https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/1 9117e04a-c399-404c-903a-f5bd377021d5 Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:30:00 -0400 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji 1 S1E1: The Minimum Viable Album full 1 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji This week, we unpack the concept of the 'minimum viable album', disruption in the royalty space and general industry buzz. 38:38 no This week, we unpack the concept of the 'minimum viable album', disruption in the royalty space and general industry buzz. music, tech, musictech, finance, venture capital, music rights, royalties, labels, streaming era, album, creativity, production, producer, super producer, hip hop, startups, Vezt, Dr Dre, Detox, Eminem, Lil Wayne, leaks, mixtapes, playlists This week, we unpack the concept of the 'minimum viable album', disruption in the royalty space and general industry buzz.

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