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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 56 MIN

#142: FOUNDER: Building the Next Generation of Music Infrastructure: Björn Lindvall

from Sound Connections · host Amplitude Ventures

The music industry doesn't need another revolution; it needs a thoughtful evolution.Björn Lindvall, CEO and Co-founder of Music Infra,  joins the podcast to explain why “blue box” tech fixes often fail and why lasting change depends on deeper infrastructure.Drawing from his finance background and co‑founding Hipgnosis, Lindvall dissects the challenges of digital licensing, outdated CWR (Common Works Registration) file standards, and mechanical rights. He shares how Music Infra is building scalable systems to cut inefficiencies and ensure rights holders and songwriters are paid fairly and on time. This is a grounded look at persistence, trust, and the long‑term vision required to solve music’s most intractable problems.Join us!

The music industry doesn't need another revolution; it needs a thoughtful evolution.Björn Lindvall, CEO and Co-founder of Music Infra,  joins the podcast to explain why “blue box” tech fixes often fail and why lasting change depends on deeper infrastructure.Drawing from his finance background and co‑founding Hipgnosis, Lindvall dissects the challenges of digital licensing, outdated CWR (Common Works Registration) file standards, and mechanical rights. He shares how Music Infra is building scalable systems to cut inefficiencies and ensure rights holders and songwriters are paid fairly and on time. This is a grounded look at persistence, trust, and the long‑term vision required to solve music’s most intractable problems.Join us!

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