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Bob Shami and David Ronan discuss the impact of technology and AI on the future of music production and monetization for artists.

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…

People in this episode

Host: Bob Shami

Guest: David Ronan

Topics covered

• music production
• technology
• AI in music
• monetization
• independent artists
• streaming economics
• collaborative partnerships

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Organizations: RoEx, AI, blockchain technology

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