Vegard Waske in Conversation with Leander Kirschner (Bamboo Artists)

Leander Kirschner, CEO of Bamboo Artists, is one of the most exciting and innovative leaders in today's music industry. Under his leadership, Bamboo Artists has not only surpassed German major labels in local market share but has also achieved global success with artists like WizTheMC and Ski Aggu. In just six months, Bamboo Artists has generated over 1 billion streams, and Kirschner has demonstrated how a tech-driven approach can revolutionize artist development and label operations.
With experience from Spotify, Amazon, and Uber, Kirschner has combined data, technology, and creativity to set a new standard in the industry. His ability to build long-term careers and break through across markets makes him a key figure for anyone looking to understand the future of the music industry.

Vegard Waske in Conversation with Leander Kirschner
Vegard Waske, manager, A&R, and creator of The Music Manager podcast, hosts this conversation on behalf of by:Larm. Waske, who introduced the live podcast format at by:Larm 2024, leads this year's conversation with Kirschner as his guest.
"Kirschner's and Bamboo's success locally and globally has been unparalleled," says Waske. "The fact that his label has crushed German majors in local market share is one thing, but the fact that he has also broken WizTheMC globally, and that a quintessentially German artist like Ski Aggu is selling out multiple shows in NYC, speaks volumes. I look forward to discovering Kirschner's formula for success!"
This is a unique opportunity to hear from one of the most innovative leaders in the industry and gain insight into the strategies that have made Bamboo Artists a global success.