# The Future of Music is Participatory

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**Date:** March 14, 2026 · 10:30 PM  
**Location:** Downright Austin / Capitol Ballroom ABCD  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Music  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Dani Deahl** — Head of Communications & Creator Insights
- **Jordy Freed** — Senior Director, Deputy Head of Sony’s Personal Entertainment Business
- **Gaurav Sharma** — Founder and CEO
- **310babii** — Artist

The age of passive music consumption is ending. Today’s fans don’t just stream, they are stepping into the role of creator, collaborator, remixer. Driven by intuitive platforms, mobile-first production tools, and immersive technologies, the barriers to entry for music creation have never been lower. This panel explores how this shift is transforming the roles of artists, brands and platforms,from how songs are made to how artists connect with fans, and what tools and strategies are shaping this new creative era.

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