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Kim Frankiewicz
Sarah sits down with Kim Frankiewicz, EVP of Worldwide A&R at Concord Music Publishing, to map the real levers behind sustainable artist success—from first gigs that Kim went to in Newcastle, Australia and a life-changing INXS chapter to leading a global team that signs, nurtures, and re-signs talent on the strength of songs and character. Kim’s path is a masterclass in long-game A&R: choose publishing to grow gracefully, curate a roster you’re proud of, and make passion the entry ticket for every deal.
We dig into how music discovery truly works now that borders have become less important. The playbook isn’t US-first anymore; it’s Johannesburg, Lagos, Seoul, London, and New York in the same week. Kim breaks down why K‑Pop remains a powerhouse for songwriters and producers, how Afrobeats rewired global ears, and why India’s next wave feels inevitable. Numbers still matter, but they’re not the focus .That guardrail protects artists from getting trapped in the churn of a single hit record and positions them for re-signings, not just one-offs.
They also discuss the AI question head-on. AI can simulate sheen, but ultimately struggle to deliver the emotions that makes a real song. Kim’s view is grounded: expect more noise and better tools, yet trust that emotion, point of view, and performance that will keep real artists on top. There’s straight talk for emerging A&R pros, too—do the unglamorous legwork, back people you genuinely love, and commit to the long ride. Kim shares how she, an introvert can lead in a public-facing role, and what has changed—and what still hasn’t—for women who want to thrive in music.
If you care about artist development, music publishing, and the future of A&R in a global, AI-tinged landscape, this conversation will reset your compass.
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Chapters
1. Creating Noise with Kim Frankiewicz (00:00:00)
2. Welcome and Host’s Background (00:00:24)
3. Mission: Spotlighting Women Behind the Music (00:01:49)
4. Introducing Kim Frankiewicz (00:02:56)
5. Early Career: Newcastle to INXS (00:03:34)
6. Pivot to Publishing and Long-Game Thinking (00:06:45)
7. What Makes a Signable Artist (00:08:04)
8. Global A&R: US, UK, and Beyond (00:11:28)
9. K‑Pop, Afrobeats, and Next Markets (00:13:37)
10. Artist Integrity vs Metrics and AI (00:14:51)
11. Instinct Over Virality: The Seymour Stein Lens (00:17:24)
12. Advice for Emerging A&R Leaders (00:19:23)
13. Women’s Progress and Real Tradeoffs (00:20:40)
14. The Introvert Behind the Power Seat (00:23:50)
15. Closing Credits and Sponsor Thanks (00:24:00)
16. Life Across Sydney, New York, and London (00:25:12)
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