Empowering the Next Generation of GRAMMY Award-Winning Artists with Panos A. Panay

In this episode, we sit down with Panos A. Panay⁠⁠⁠, President of the Recording Academy, to explore his remarkable journey—from founding Sonicbids to leading one of the most influential organizations in the music industry during a time of profound change. Panos shares insights on the transformative role of music education, the impact of emerging technologies like AI, and the Academy’s global efforts to inspire creativity. ⁠

In this episode, Panos and Arunav cover:

🎶 The universal, healing power of music

📚 The importance of music education in personal and professional development

🎤 The GRAMMY GO initiative and its role in empowering emerging artists

🌍 Expanding global access to music education and resources

🤖 AI’s influence on the music industry and the balance between innovation and authenticity

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