In the heart of Europe, the Netherlands is known for more than just its tulip fields, windmills and canals. This beautiful country is also a thriving centre for innovative startups, particularly in the music industry. From music discovery platforms to digital music labels, Dutch music startups are revolutionising the industry in unique ways. Let’s dive in and discover some of the most interesting Dutch music startups.
The music industry has never been static, always moving with the times and adapting to the new technology and cultural shifts that come its way. The digital age opened up a plethora of opportunities for innovation in the world of music, and startups from the Netherlands have not been left behind. A vibrant mix of creativity and technological knack is driving a new era in the music industry in this part of the world.
In this article, we’ll explore 15 Dutch music startups, each with its unique offering, attempting to redefine the music landscape in various ways. From startups offering unique music-related products and services, to those leveraging technology for music discovery and distribution, there’s a lot to discover.
Sounders Music
Sounders Music is an innovative platform for music discovery. Through their iOS App, they connect music lovers with new songs and artists they’ll enjoy. It operates in the intersection of App Discovery, Information Technology, Internet, Market Research, Music, and Software. Willem Bloem is among the founders behind this innovative platform.
Stichting Hulpproject Emmanuel
Specialising in the music and shopping industries, Stichting Hulpproject Emmanuel offer something truly unique. They run a web shop that provides ancient musical horns for enthusiasts and professionals.
Holena Entertainment
Dedicated to enhancing parties and events, Holena Entertainment provides light & sound, live music, and photography services. They operate in the events, media and entertainment, music, and photography spheres.
Massence Records BV
Massence Records BV brings together limitless passion for music with entertainment, media, technology and innovation. Their focus is on creating value through their music group.
SellingBeatles.com
Continuing in the e-commerce industry, SellingBeatles.com brings together the best of Internet shopping with the love for music. This webshop allows music lovers buy, collect, and sell Beatles memorabilia.
Limacast
Limacast is an in-house video marketing portal. They create ads and television commercials for a variety of products and organizations, in fields such as advertising, music streaming, and video streaming.
Kpopcentral.nl
Kpopcentral.nl is a Dutch webshop that curates Kpop music albums, photo cards and DVDs for fans of Korean pop music. Their focus is E-Commerce, Music, and Sales.
Beaumont New-Vintage Guitars
Beaumont New-Vintage Guitars is an online shop that provides guitars for musicians and enthusiasts. The industries they operate in include E-Commerce, Music, Musical Instruments, and Retail.
ON AIR all things live
ON AIR offers a premium streaming service for on-stage entertainment, making the best of digital entertainment, digital media, media and entertainment, and music. It was founded by Jakub Krampl.
Dream Peaks
Dream Peaks operates a collection of digital music labels that includes chill beats records, chillout dreams, and dream relaxation. It was co-founded by Ari Shohat and operates in the Audio, Media and Entertainment, Music, Music Label industries.
Springcast
Springcast is a platform that offers podcast analytics, a hosting tool, embedded player, and website for marketing and personal use in the fields of Analytics, Music Streaming, Podcast.
R2 Collectibles
R2 Collectibles, as a service community-driven organization, specializes in ecosystem development, collaborations, digital art, and music. It was founded by Roberto Nichela and Rouzbeh Karbor.
Level 8 Events & Media and Level 8 TV
Level 8 Events & Media and Level 8 TV bring together rave experiences while social distancing with Reality TV production, online music news video content, and compelling online video news promoting artist releases. They are a multi-faceted entity operating in Content Creators, Event Management, Media and Entertainment, Music, TV Production, Video; and Content, Content Creators, Content Marketing, Media and Entertainment, Music, News, Video respectively. Norbert Szilagyi is one of the founders behind these platforms.
These Dutch music startups showcase the innovation and versatility in the music industry, as well as the thriving startup ecosystem in the Netherlands. Each of them brings something unique to the table, offering new and exciting ways to experience and engage with music. Through these startups, the future of music in the Netherlands and beyond is being shaped by technology, creativity and a passion for music.
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