Explore the future of AI and music with data scientist and musician Jonathan Barrios. In this episode, we discuss how generative AI is transforming music creation, the role of artificial intelligence in the music industry, and how musicians can use AI tools to unlock new creative possibilities.

Jonathan shares insights on the connection between jazz improvisation and neural networks, the risks of AI model collapse, the importance of high-quality proprietary data, and the future of music technology startups.

Discover how AI is influencing artists, producers, and creators—and why the future of music may depend on collaboration between human imagination and machine intelligence.

Topics covered:
AI in music creation, generative AI, music technology, artificial intelligence startups, creative innovation, AI ethics, machine learning, future of entertainment, and the evolution of musical creativity.

Jonathan Barrios: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-barrios-ai/ | https://jonathanbarrios.com/

In this episode of SoundBreaker, host Bob Shami sits down with Gregory Hirschhorn, Co-Founder and CEO of Too Lost, one of the fastest-growing music distribution and rights management platforms serving independent artists and labels worldwide.

Gregory shares his journey into the music industry, the inspiration behind founding Too Lost, and how the company is challenging traditional distribution models with a technology-first approach designed for today's music ecosystem.

The conversation explores the rapid evolution of music distribution, the ongoing consolidation within the industry, and how streaming has fundamentally changed music consumption. Gregory discusses why independent artists have unprecedented opportunities to build successful careers and explains how monetization increasingly follows audience engagement across digital platforms.

Bob and Gregory also dive deep into the impact of artificial intelligence on music creation, catalog valuation, rights management, and business analytics. They examine both the opportunities and challenges AI presents for artists, labels, and music companies navigating an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Additional topics include the growth of live music, fan engagement strategies, private equity's influence on music catalogs, leadership lessons from building a technology company, and Gregory's vision for the future of Too Lost and the broader music industry.

Whether you're an independent artist, label executive, entrepreneur, investor, or music industry enthusiast, this episode delivers valuable insights into the trends shaping the future of music monetization, distribution, and artist success.

Gregory Hirschhorn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-hirschhorn-1a8359267/ | gregory@toolostrecords.com

Too Lost : https://toolost.com/

In this episode of SoundBreaker, host Bob Shami welcomes back David Ronan, CEO and Founder of RoEx, for a deep conversation on how technology is reshaping the future of music production.

David shares how RoEx has achieved remarkable growth—processing more than five million tracks and supporting over a million artists—while expanding integrations with major platforms and accelerating direct-to-artist services.

The conversation explores one of the industry’s biggest shifts: the role of AI in music production. Rather than replacing creators, David explains how AI can simplify technical barriers, improve workflows, and help artists focus on creativity.

They also tackle one of the toughest issues facing independent artists today: monetization. From the realities of streaming economics to emerging opportunities through blockchain technology, David outlines where artists may find sustainable revenue models in the future.

The episode dives into why audio quality and production standards remain essential in a crowded market, how collaborative partnerships unlock innovation, and what artists should prioritize as the industry continues evolving.

If you're an artist, producer, music entrepreneur, or simply curious about where music is headed next, this conversation offers practical insights and a forward-looking perspective.

David Ronan : https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmronan1/ | https://www.instagram.com/roexaudio/ | https://www.facebook.com/roexaudio | https://www.threads.com/@roexaudio | daveronan@roexaudio.com

RoEx : https://www.roexaudio.com/