Beats Learning
Beats Learning is the podcast exploring music industry careers beyond the stage.
Hosted by Ben Davenport, each episode features a long-form conversation with someone working behind the scenes in music, uncovering what they actually do, how they got there, and what it is really like.
From labels, publishing and artist management to events, rights, royalties, marketing, media, education, technology and more, Beats Learning is here to make music industry careers more visible, understandable and accessible.
If you love music but are not sure where you fit in the industry, this podcast is for you.
Beats Learning
EP008 - Matt Cartmell: Building the Future of Music Tech
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In this episode, we sit down with Matt Cartmell—CEO of Music Technology UK—to unpack the growing influence of the UK’s music tech sector and how innovation is reshaping the way music is created, distributed, and experienced. With a background in communications and advocacy, Matt is now leading the charge to connect music and technology communities, championing creators, startups, and global players alike.
🔥 What you'll learn in this episode:
⚙️ How Music Technology UK is building a home for the UK’s music tech ecosystem
🔊 Why music and tech need better collaboration, not just disruption
📈 The biggest challenges and opportunities facing music tech startups
🚀 Advice for navigating careers in the fast-changing music technology landscape
📺 Watch now and subscribe for more industry insights from top music professionals!
📌 Learn more about Music Technology UK: https://www.musictechnology.org.uk/
📌 Follow Matt Cartmell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcartmell/
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