Rocking The Future: How Hazel Savage Built And Sold Musiio to Soundcloud

Beyond Lip Service

18-06-2024 • 58 mins

Rocking The Future: How Hazel Savage Built And Sold Musiio to Soundcloud

Join us as Sudha delves into the dynamic journey of Hazel Savage, a former punk rocker turned tech innovator. Hazel’s story spans from rocking stages in Soho to pioneering AI technology in the music industry. In this episode, Hazel shares her unique path, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way, and offering invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and music enthusiasts alike.

Discover Hazel’s evolution from her days in an all-girl punk band to her impactful roles at Shazam, Pandora, Universal Music, and BandLab. Learn how she co-founded Museo, an AI company acquired by SoundCloud, and how she now serves as VP of Music Intelligence at SoundCloud, revolutionizing how music metadata is managed and utilized.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • Hazel’s transition from playing gigs in Soho to becoming a tech innovator.
  • The critical role of resilience and adaptability in Hazel’s entrepreneurial journey.
  • Insights into the creation and growth of Museo and its acquisition by SoundCloud.
  • The importance of understanding the music industry’s evolving landscape and leveraging technology to address its challenges.
  • How being an extrovert and a strong networker contributed to Hazel’s success.
  • The future of music technology and opportunities for innovation and growth in the industry.

Quote: "I always feel like I'm the right person at the right time. If I don't know what I'm doing, I'll go and figure out what I'm doing." - Hazel Savage

Episode Links:

🎧 Hazel Savage in conversation with Sudha: ‘Rocking The Future: How Hazel Savage Built And Sold Musiio to Soundcloud' on Beyond Lip Service.

Connect with Hazel Savage via:


Credits:

Executive Producer: Jessica Tyrrell

Audio: Crazy P

Production, Sound Design and Artwork: Sudha Kheterpal

Special thanks: Toby Goodman at CSX Partners and Narrow Podcasting

Join our journey: www.thepitchcoach.me/beyondlipservice

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