AI Music Unmuted

In this episode of the RealMusic.ai Podcast, David O’Hara speaks with Daniel Rowland, VP of Strategy & Partnerships at LANDR Audio, engineer, producer, and educator with over ten years of experience working with AI in music. His career spans studio work, technology leadership, and projects connected to Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy recognition.The conversation moves beyond hype to explore what actually changes when AI enters real music workflows. Daniel shares how his perspective on AI has evolved

In this episode of RealMusic.ai, David O’Hara sits down with Paul McCabe, musician, composer, and Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation at Roland, where he leads the Roland Future Design Lab. Paul shares his 40–year journey from the early days of MIDI and music retail in Canada, through his time as a product specialist and eventually CEO of Roland Canada, to his current global role shaping the future of instruments and music technology.They talk about how spending years directly with

The music world is not evolving in one direction. It is splitting into different paths shaped by new technology, new creative economies, and the changing needs of artists. In this episode, Mansoor Rahimat Khan, musician and co-founder of Beatoven, explains how two distinct music industries are emerging and why artists respond so differently to the same tools.We talk about early adopters who embrace AI and new workflows, and the artists who feel uncertain or threatened by these shifts. Mansoor

AI is changing how music is created, shared, and explored, and the real story is how artists are using these tools in their own workflows. In this episode, Anita Baumgartner, Head of Marketing at Soundraw, breaks down how musicians at every level are using AI to create faster, experiment more freely, and overcome barriers that once slowed them down.Anita talks about live cyphers, quick beat sessions in studios and parks, and the way AI lets artists sketch ideas in seconds. She also explains how

In this episode, we talk with Ben Porter — musician, producer, and Brand Evangelist at MatchTune — about the growing tension between AI innovation and protecting human creativity in music.We dig into the big questions: How do we ensure artists keep control of their work in the AI era? What does true consent look like for training data? Will AI democratize music creation — or drown it in noise? How do we preserve human originality as AI output scales? Ben shares how tech like AI-music

In this conversation, Kyle Billings, Head of Audio at Kits.ai, discusses his background in music and technology, the ethical implications of AI in music production, and the importance of transparency and trust in AI tools. He explores the challenges of voice licensing, the need for safeguards in AI technology, and how Kits.ai is innovating in the space of music production with ethically trained AI tools. The discussion highlights the evolving landscape of music technology and the potential for AI to

In this conversation, Ori Winokur shares his extensive journey in the music industry, detailing his evolution from a musician to a producer and eventually to a key player at Artlist. He discusses the inception and growth of Artlist, emphasizing its role in simplifying music licensing for content creators. The conversation delves into the significance of music in video creation, the impact of AI on the music industry, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI-generated music. Ori also offers

In this episode of AI Music Unmuted by RealMusic.ai, Blue Dobrecky, COO of Aiode, discusses the intersection of music and technology, particularly the role of AI in music production. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between musicians and AI, aiming to enhance creativity while addressing concerns about compensation and copyright in the evolving music landscape. The conversation explores the future of music creation, the potential for new roles in the industry, and the need for ethical