Inside DistroFest & ACX1 Studios: Building Music Careers with Rob Schwartz

Rob Schwartz is the Co-Founder and Chief Music Officer of ACX1 Studios and a Governor for the Philadelphia Chapter of the Recording Academy, with a career that spans music distribution, radio, festivals, sync licensing, and global music education. We sit down with Rob live at NOLA MusicCon to talk about building sustainable careers in the music industry, creating multiple revenue streams, and why artists need to think beyond gigs if they want long-term success. He breaks down his work running a massive creative incubator, launching radio stations, mentoring artists through the Grammys, and turning big ideas into real platforms that serve independent musicians.We also dig into the evolution of DistroFest, Rob’s artist-first festival and conference designed to give musicians both stage time and industry knowledge, and what cities like New Orleans can do to better support original artists. From the realities of today’s oversaturated music landscape to the importance of branding, self-trust, and learning the business side of creativity, this conversation is packed with real-world insight for anyone navigating music, media, or creative entrepreneurship.Our show's host, David Adams, founded Elation Entertainment, a New Orleans-based multi-media entertainment company. With a solid foundation of 8 years working in the Los Angeles music scene conducting multiple music camps with Grammy Associates, Musicians, and Producers, David brings a wealth of expertise to the table. His experiences have taught him valuable lessons, encouraging him to bring the entertainment industry standards and creative spaces to New Orleans, a place he calls home. Follow Elation EntertainmentInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elationent/Website: https://www.elationent.com