What happens when a world-renowned violinist becomes the Global Chief Music Officer of one of the biggest ad networks in the world?



In this episode of Media Mindset, host Tyson Kuteyi sits down with Damien Escobar—Emmy-winning violinist, author, and Global Chief Music Officer at Havas—to unpack his journey from street performer to international star to executive powerhouse.



From the grit of his early hustle to judging at Cannes Lions and leading global music strategy for brands, Damien shares raw insights on ambition, reinvention, and what it takes to stay creative in a corporate world.



💡 Whether you’re in advertising, music, or somewhere in between—this one hits different.



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🔑 In This Episode:



How Damien went from street stages to the C-suite


The mindset that built a music empire


Balancing art with brand leadership


Advice for creatives trying to break through


What execs misunderstand about musicians



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