Why are five thousand music industry pros from eighty countries descending on Cannes? Midem, the leading international event for the global music community, kicks off soon! We chat with Midem director Alexandre Deniot about Midem’s role in music business history, and how it’s shaping the industry’s future. Get a sneak peek at this year’s Midemlab, the music startup pitch competition that springboarded SoundCloud, Soundcharts, The Echo Nest, and Next Big Sound. Who will be 2019’s big success story? What are the music tech trends making waves at Midem this year, and what’s about to break out? Listen today to get Alexandre’s international perspective, and stay tuned for more upcoming Midem coverage! Podcast host Dmitri Vietze is in Cannes recording podcast interviews with Midemlab competitors and international music tech superstars. The Music Tectonics Podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. The podcast includes news roundups, interviews, and more.