web01.fireside.fm Tue, 05 May 2026 12:39:23 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) MDLSKL - Episodes Tagged with “Podcast” https://mdlskl.fireside.fm/tags/podcast Tue, 01 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0500 Dario de Wet & Farhan Lalji bring you MDLSKL - Putting the spotlight on the intersection of music and technology in the modern streaming era. en 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 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 <p>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. </p> 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.

]]> 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 <p>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". </p> 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".

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

]]> 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 <p>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. </p> 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.

]]> 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 <p>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.</p> 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.

]]> 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 <p>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. </p> 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.

]]> 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 <p>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. </p> 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.

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