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Beats Learning

Beats Learning

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Beats Learning is a podcast that dives deep into the music industry, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the careers of DJs, producers, A&R managers, composers, and more. Each episode features in-depth conversations with industry professionals who share their journeys, challenges, and insights to inspire and educate aspiring musicians and industry newcomers. From creative processes to navigating royalties and the business of music, Beats Learning delivers valuable advice for those looking to build a successful career in the ever-evolving world of music.

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  • EP010 - Miles Shackleton: The Rise of Toolroom Records
    Oct 15 2025

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    In this episode, we sit down with Miles ShackletonCOO of Toolroom Records, one of the world’s leading dance music labels. With a career spanning over two decades in electronic music, Miles offers rare insight into what it takes to run a globally respected independent label, balance creativity with business, and build long-term success in a fast-moving industry.


    🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

    🎚️ How Toolroom became a global force in dance music

    🏷️ What goes on behind the scenes of a successful indie label

    💼 How to balance creative freedom with commercial strategy

    🚀 Career advice for anyone wanting to break into the dance music industry


    📺 Watch now and subscribe for more industry insights from top music professionals!


    📌 Follow Toolroom: https://www.toolroomrecords.com/

    📌 Follow Miles Shackleton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesshackleton/


    #BeatsLearning #MilesShackleton #ToolroomRecords #DanceMusic #ElectronicMusic #MusicBusiness #IndieLabel #MusicIndustryInsights #HouseMusic #MusicCareers

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    2 hrs and 5 mins
  • EP009 – Cameron Richardson: From Lincolnshire to Broadway
    Sep 17 2025

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    In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Richardson—Head of Musical Theatre at Cambridge University, former staff pianist at Juilliard, and international vocal coach for West End, Broadway, TV, and film performers. Cameron shares his fascinating journey through elite training, artistic excellence, and nurturing the next generation of musical theatre talent.

    🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:
    🎭 What it takes to build a world-class career in musical theatre
    🎹 The realities of working at Juilliard and training top-tier performers
    🎤 How to coach vocalists for stage, screen, and everything in between
    🚀 Advice for young creatives pursuing a career in the performing arts

    📺 Watch now and subscribe for more industry insights from top music and theatre professionals!

    📌 Learn more about Cameron Richardson: https://www.cameronrichardson.co.uk/

    #BeatsLearning #CameronRichardson #MusicalTheatre #VocalCoach #Juilliard #CambridgeUniversity #WestEnd #Broadway #PerformingArts #MusicCareers #MusicIndustryInsights

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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • EP008 - Matt Cartmell: Building the Future of Music Tech
    Aug 15 2025

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    In this episode, we sit down with Matt Cartmell—CEO of Music Technology UK—to unpack the growing influence of the UK’s music tech sector and how innovation is reshaping the way music is created, distributed, and experienced. With a background in communications and advocacy, Matt is now leading the charge to connect music and technology communities, championing creators, startups, and global players alike.

    🔥 What you'll learn in this episode:
    ⚙️ How Music Technology UK is building a home for the UK’s music tech ecosystem
    🔊 Why music and tech need better collaboration, not just disruption
    📈 The biggest challenges and opportunities facing music tech startups
    🚀 Advice for navigating careers in the fast-changing music technology landscape

    📺 Watch now and subscribe for more industry insights from top music professionals!

    📌 Learn more about Music Technology UK: https://www.musictechnology.org.uk/
    📌 Follow Matt Cartmell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcartmell/

    #BeatsLearning #MattCartmell #MusicTechnologyUK #MusicTech #MusicInnovation #MusicStartups #MusicBusiness #MusicIndustryInsights #MusicCareers #FutureOfMusic

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    1 hr and 35 mins
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