Scorching Hot Takes LIVE with EMI North - Supporting Local Music

This panel, hosted by Scorching Hot Takes at the Launchpad Conference 2026, will explore the relationship between artists and the modern music industry through the lens of EMI North. The discussion will bring together EMI North leadership and artists from their label partners roster to share insight into how artists are discovered and developed, the role regional music scenes play in today’s industry, and how signing to a label can shape an artist’s career and creative process. The conversation will also offer practical advice for students and emerging creatives looking to pursue careers in music, providing a positive and informative look at pathways into the industry and the evolving role of labels in supporting new talent.

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Welcome to the "Scorching Hot Takes Podcast " where Sam and Max discuss the hottest takes in music. Their content ranges from debates to music quizzes, games, rankings, reviews and more...