MUSIC x Podcast

Maarten

MUSIC x is a strategic intelligence collective that provides critical analysis, future-gazing frameworks, and ‘hype-immune’ insights. In the podcast, we tackle important themes on a season by season basis. The first season is AI. musicx.substack.com

Episodes

  1. JAN 15

    The many are coming: Dr. Kate Stone on friction, data sovereignty, and building machines that build machines

    In this episode of the Music X Podcast, Dr. Kate Stone discusses her journey as a scientist and engineer, focusing on the intersection of music and technology. She shares her experiences in creating unique musical experiences using innovative technology, including her work with conductive ink and paper turntables. The conversation explores the role of AI in music creation, the importance of friction in fostering creativity, and the potential for democratization of creativity through open-source technology. Dr. Stone emphasizes the need for resilience and data sovereignty in an increasingly AI-driven world, while also highlighting the significance of human creativity in the face of technological advancements. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit musicx.substack.com

    50 min

  2. JAN 8

    AI is a people problem: Portrait XO

    In this conversation, Maarten and Gareth discuss Portrait XO her evolution as an artist, her engagement with AI and music technology, and the ethical considerations surrounding data activism. She emphasizes the importance of sustainability in music, the divide in perspectives on AI, and the role of artists in shaping the discourse around technology. The conversation explores how AI can impact creativity and sound, the need for nuanced dialogue, and the future of music in an increasingly AI-driven landscape. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit musicx.substack.com

    39 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    The toothpaste is out of the tube: Rethinking music as a living system

    This conversation focuses on the challenges of licensing frameworks, the need for new approaches to copyright, and the evolving nature of music as a dynamic and interactive experience. Gareth and Maarten speak with Virginie Berger to discuss misalignments within the music industry, the implications of AI on creativity, and the geopolitical influences affecting music rights. We emphasize the importance of rethinking how music is created, distributed, and valued in an age where GenAI plays a significant role. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit musicx.substack.com

    40 min

  4. 12/17/2025

    When law meets the infinite act of creation: A conversation with Raffaella De Santis

    In this conversation, Gareth, Maarten, and Raffaella De Santis, a digital media lawyer, discuss the complex interplay between law, technology, and creativity, particularly in the context of AI. The discussion explores how the law is adapting to rapid technological advancements, the challenges of copyright and originality, and the cultural implications of AI in music and art. Raffaella emphasizes the importance of protecting human expression while navigating the evolving landscape of creativity and innovation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit musicx.substack.com

    42 min
  5. ✘ Trust matters more than technology: rethinking music's GenAI moment

    12/16/2025

    ✘ Trust matters more than technology: rethinking music's GenAI moment

    In this conversation, Maarten, Gareth, and Mike explore the evolving landscape of the music industry, focusing on the impact of AI on business models, monetization strategies, and the importance of trust in technology. We discuss the potential of GenAI music, the complexities of licensing, and the need for a new music economy that prioritizes creativity and collaboration. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of adapting to technological advancements while ensuring fair compensation for artists and creators. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit musicx.substack.com

    48 min
  • 5 Episodes

About

MUSIC x is a strategic intelligence collective that provides critical analysis, future-gazing frameworks, and ‘hype-immune’ insights. In the podcast, we tackle important themes on a season by season basis. The first season is AI. musicx.substack.com

Information

  • Creator
    Maarten
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Maarten Walraven
  • Show Website
    MUSIC x Podcast