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EP005 - Tom Allen: From Startup to Industry Giant and The Tech Making a Difference
May 15, 2025 · 139 min

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Allen—CTO of Downtown Music and founder of Curve Royalty Systems—to explore his journey through music tech innovation, royalty systems, and business leadership. From building startups to leading global technology teams, Tom shares deep insights into the future of music royalties and the challenges of scaling tech in the music industry.🔥 What you'll learn in this episode:🏛️ How technology is reshaping the future of music royalties💡 Lessons from building and scaling music tech startups👥 Insights into leadership across startups, scale-ups, and major companies📊 Common misconceptions about streaming revenue and payouts🚀 Advice for building a career at the intersection of music, tech, and entrepreneurship📺 Watch now and subscribe for more industry insights from top music professionals!📌 Follow Tom Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomallenuk/#BeatsLearning #TomAllen #MusicRoyalties #CurveRoyaltySystems #DowntownMusic #MusicBusiness #MusicTechnology #MusicStartups #MusicIndustryInsights #MusicCareers