Warner Music Group CEO: Industry Evolution, Artist Development, and Digital Disruption

With all the technology available, why do artists still need record labels? Join Nicolai Tangen in conversation with Robert Kyncl, CEO of Warner Music Group, as they explore the transformation of music business. They discuss Kyncl's journey from Czechoslovakia to leading Netflix, YouTube, and now Warner Music, the streaming revolution, and how record labels discover and develop artists today. Kyncl shares insights on balancing creative and business priorities, the impact of AI on music, the value of iconic catalogs, and the future of live performances. He also reveals personal leadership lessons and his approach to driving innovation in an industry constantly disrupted by technology. Tune in!In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Isabelle Karlsson.Watch the episode on YouTube: Norges Bank Investment Management - YouTubeWant to learn more about the fund? The fund | Norges Bank Investment Management (nbim.no)Follow Nicolai Tangen on LinkedIn: Nicolai Tangen | LinkedInFollow NBIM on LinkedIn: Norges Bank Investment Management: Administrator for bedriftsside | LinkedInFollow NBIM on Instagram: Explore Norges Bank Investment Management on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.