Downtown Music

Building genuine connections is at the heart of artist development. In this exclusive interview, Matt LaMotte, Managing Director and EVP of Marketing at Giant Music, shares insights from his journey working with groundbreaking artists like Lady Gaga, who aimed to create a safe space for fans to truly express themselves. Matt discusses how Giant Music brings creative freedom and powerhouse support together to help artists build authentic relationships with their audiences and sustain meaningful careers. Explore how Giant Music is redefining artist support in today's music industry: https://lnkd.in/dKsRjmFN

Pat Van Dyke draws inspiration from a wide range of musicians—from jazz legends like Tony Williams to hip-hop producers like J Dilla. 🥁 For Pat, crafting a track is about balancing composition with production, giving equal focus to each element. He believes that even a simple musical idea can resonate when produced well, while a strong composition might fall short without the right mix. In this recent interview, Pat dives into his creative process and how his influences come together to shape his sound. 🔗 Check out the full interview on YouTube to learn more about his unique approach: https://lnkd.in/eHWhJ7J6

‘Every artist has the ability to find their own audience.’ Matt LaMotte, Managing Director and EVP of Marketing at Giant Music, dives into the boundless potential of today’s music industry. With fewer gatekeepers and a truly democratized landscape, artists now have more freedom than ever to reach their biggest dreams. Full interview drops next Wednesday. 🚀 🔗 Subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch the latest episodes of the #TheMusicIndustryLivesHere interview series: https://lnkd.in/eQmbVPRm

Congratulations to Nicholas Salomone on his promotion to SVP, Business Development and Revenue at CD Baby. https://lnkd.in/eP4fsyAd

With only two weeks to go till the 2024 Latin Grammy Awards, Downtown's clients and songwriters have contributed to over 30 nominations across various categories; including Best Urban Music Album, Song of the Year and Album of the Year.

Commitment to the craft is everything. In this interview, Pat Van Dyke shares his journey as an independent artist and emphasizes the importance of creating music for the love of it—regardless of the audience size. He reveals how tracks that initially flew under the radar can later find their moment, like his records getting featured during the NBA Finals, proving that true passion pays off in unexpected ways. Tune in to hear PVD’s insights on staying true to your vision and the power of persistence in the music industry. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eiDqttDC

In her recent feature in My Music Row Story, Emily Stephenson, President of Publishing at Downtown Music, shares her journey in the music industry and insights on supporting songwriters. https://lnkd.in/eTdmBWrR

Pat Van Dyke shares his surprise at seeing PVD Breaks Volume One featured by Mark Ronson in a BBC Masterclass, where Ronson used Pat's vinyl for a session on sampling. Catch the full interview next Wednesday for insights on Pat's journey and creative process. 🔗 Subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch the latest episodes of the #TheMusicIndustryLivesHere interview series: https://lnkd.in/dj_ikU8e

CD Baby President Molly Neuman joined the Modern Musician podcast to discuss empowering independent artists and how AI and technology are shaping the music industry. https://lnkd.in/eFgs5E4e

In light of her recent recognition as International Woman of the Year at the 2024 Women In Music Awards, Molly Neuman, President of CD Baby, shares her inspiring journey in the music industry with Music Week. https://lnkd.in/eNHQHcvg