Downtown Music

Downtown's clients and songwriters have contributed to over 35 wins across various categories, including Best Pop Vocal Album, Album of the Year, and Best Latin Pop Album. Congratulations to all of Downtown’s clients and songwriters. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dTyqtAt9

Downtown Music Publishing has made a string of renewals, including Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter, Tori Amos. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d7ZWvE8M

CDs, cassettes, and vinyl have all ebbed and flowed in popularity. Digital music streaming services are now the primary way that fans consume music. The shift to streaming has changed more than just how fans consume music; it has fundamentally changed the way music companies operate. This has prompted the rise of new business sectors like artist services companies, fueled an increase in acquisitions, and revived interest in investing in music rights. This panel of Nashville-based music industry executives will share how they and their companies have been impacted by—and capitalized on—this shift to streaming. Panelists: Kris Ahrend, CEO, The Mechanical Licensing Collective Andrew Kintz, EVP, Music, Sports and Entertainment Banking, First Horizon Bank Emily Stephenson, President of Publishing, Downtown Music Downtown Music Publishing Bob Valentine, CEO, Concord

What If You Didn't Have to Worry About Money? In this exclusive interview, The Wong Janice (Cellist and Composer) shares the moment she asked herself a life-changing question: If money wasn’t a concern, what would truly make me happy? Her answer? Meditation and playing the cello. These two passions became the foundation of her journey—from corporate life to creating immersive, healing soundscapes for millions worldwide. 🌿 Watch the full interview now. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edP7kcMv

Downtown's clients and songwriters have contributed to over 25 nominations across various categories, including Song of the Year, Best Music Video, and Pop Song of the Year.

Music without borders. In the '80s, diversity wasn’t just a checkbox—it was a natural part of the scene. Collaborations between artists of different backgrounds, genres, and identities shaped an era of innovation. Legendary producer John Robie reflects on how being immersed in these cultures changed his perspective forever. Watch the full interview for more insights from the mastermind behind game-changing tracks. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euqukj9C

Exciting News: Our next #TheMusicIndustryLivesHere interview features The Wong Janice (Cellist and Composer)—cellist, composer, and meditation guide. 🎻 In this conversation, she shares her journey from classical training to discovering the cello as a vessel for meditation and mindfulness. By blending live looping, ambient soundscapes, and intuitive improvisation, she creates music that calms the nervous system, fosters introspection, and invites listeners into the present moment. If you’re interested in the intersection of music, meditation, and creative freedom, you won’t want to miss this. Full interview drops Wednesday. Stay tuned.

CD Baby President Molly Neuman joined The Entertainment Business podcast to discuss the impact of the recent fires in L.A, the evolving landscape of music distribution and the importance of maintaining community connections. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eqv4BZEi

Good luck to all of Downtown’s clients and songwriters nominated at the 2025 Premio Lo Nuestro.

Turning doubt into innovation. In this interview, legendary producer and musician John Robie opens up about his initial resistance to 'Planet Rock'—and how witnessing its impact on the streets and in clubs changed everything. A moment of transformation that sparked a new chapter in music. 💥 Catch the full interview to hear how John Robie’s journey in music led to collaborations with icons like Chaka Khan, New Order, and Boy George. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e3CGJeag