A highlight of the evening was a fireside chat between UK indie-pop artist Rachel Chinouriri and her manager, Duncan Ellis, hosted by Spotify’s Ruth Collett, Artist & Label Partnerships Lead. They shared stories about navigating the music industry, staying creative, and building a team, offering both inspiration and practical advice for artists at every stage.
The event also featured a Spotify panel discussion with Astrid Storm, Senior Project Manager, Global Editorial; Preston Hershorn, Global Head of Music Product Strategy; and moderator Conny Zhang, Head of Music, Central Europe. The conversation explored how Spotify’s music and product teams identify and support emerging artists, drive music discovery, and empower talent with new tools and insights for growth.