Audio Waves sits at the intersection of audio and tech – a space for the people at the forefront of the music, podcast and audio business to discuss how tech is changing the world for the better.
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Audio Waves

Technology has become the driving force behind a transformative era for all things audio. As the industry adapts to the changes that technology has brought over the past decade, we ask ‘where to next for the music, audio and streaming businesses?&#8217;. Your ticket gives you access to all Audio Waves sessions, as well as to roundtables, masterclasses, and all 25+ tracks at Web Summit.

What's happening?

Dive into the evolving landscape of podcast and music streaming, and its impact on creators and listeners. Explore the latest strategies for effectively reaching and growing audiences, managing distribution and publishing rights, monetising content, and navigating dynamic multimedia ecosystems.

The streaming evolution

Learn first-hand from the dreamers and the creators. Industry leaders pull back the curtain on the state of the music, podcast and audio business, discussing their current projects, the creative process, business strategies, fan engagement and the opportunities offered by tech.

Inside the creative process

Explore cutting-edge advancements in audio technology and learn from industry leaders and pioneers. Delve into the future of audio hardware, sound equipment and production tools, as sessions uncover the latest innovations and trends shaping the way we create, record and experience sound.
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New wave audio technology

Web3, the metaverse and NFTs are said to be reshaping the digital landscape, offering new opportunities for creators and businesses. Explore how the fusion of blockchain, AI, virtual worlds and digital assets has the potential to revolutionise the way we interact, transact and monetise in the digital world.

Web3 and NFTs: Revolutionising the music industry?

Meet some of our past music and audio speakers

Global Head of Music

Ole Obermann

Musician

David Guetta

Grimes

Liam Payne

Co-founder & President

Sam Yam

Chief Content & Advertising Business Officer

Dawn Ostroff

Musician & Activist

Bono

Zara Larsson

Nile Rodgers

Mike Shinoda

Chief Music Officer

Maria Egan

DJ & Producer

Martin Garrix

Charlotte de Witte

Musicians / Investors

Alex Pall & Drew Taggart

Founder & CEO

Phil Hutcheon

Companies that attend

Ole Obermann, Global Head of Music, TikTok

"If the creator stops creating, business ends."

"More and more people are engaging with music and are inspired to make music." 

“The most inclusive places you can go to are dance floors.” 

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