SummaryIn this episode, I speak with JC Barat and Marshall Magnuson about Allfeat, a blockchain-based solution aimed at addressing the metadata challenges in the music industry. We discuss the importance of accurate data, the limitations of current systems, and how Allfeat aims to create a unified platform for music metadata. Our conversation also touches on the implications of AI in music, the role of independent artists, and the future of music finance through smart contracts. The episode highlights the need for trust and accessibility in the evolving landscape of the music industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction to All Feet and Its Founders01:04 The Genesis of All Feet: Solving Metadata Issues03:54 The Architecture of All Feet: A Source of Truth06:53 The Importance of Data in the Music Industry09:53 Current Metadata Solutions and Their Limitations12:45 The Role of Blockchain in Music Metadata16:24 Global Registration and Emerging Markets21:06 Proof of Ownership and Authority in Blockchain25:34 Tokenomics and Incentives for Participation30:04 Real-World Applications: AI and Music Remixes32:34 The Role of AI in Music Creation and Rights Management35:19 The Future of Music Finance and Tokenization38:32 Building Trust and Accessibility in Music Industry41:14 Blockchain's Impact on the Music Industry44:42 The Need for a Common Standard in Music Data48:24 Emerging Applications and Developer Opportunities52:45 Innovative Tools for Music Rights ManagementKeywordsAllfeat, metadata, music industry, blockchain, AI, royalties, independent artists, smart contracts, decentralized, creative industries