The 2024 Music Tectonics conference brought together music industry professionals in Santa Monica to discuss key trends, innovations, and challenges facing the industry. The event, celebrating its 25th anniversary, was hosted by conference director Dmitri Vietze.

Key discussions centered around:

• Startup financing and investment opportunities
• Streaming fraud prevention
• Artist-fan relationship development
• Merchandise and ticket sales optimization
• Music technology innovations

A fireside chat between Bob Moczydlowsky (former Managing Director of Techstars Music) and Joe Tou (Sony Ventures) provided insights for startups seeking financing. Tou emphasized that "the world's ready for new creative ideas" and highlighted opportunities in building new platforms.

Notable startup presentations included Soloist, which transforms phone devices into connected loop pedals. Founder Parker Busick described it as having "bandmates in your pocket," allowing musicians to practice and create with loops from other musicians worldwide.

The conference featured a creators' fair showcasing new innovations from companies like Roland, with events split between the Santa Monica pier and the Annenberg Community Beach House. Billboard's Tetris Kelly emphasized the importance of fan appreciation in driving merchandise and ticket sales.

Vietze highlighted the conference's focus on bringing together various aspects of the music industry, from recording to creator tools, fostering an innovation ecosystem in an engaging environment.

The event took place October 22-24, providing networking opportunities and insights into the future of music technology.

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