Baby Jam's Impact on Japan's Music Scene
In a significant event for the music industry,
Ryōji Tamura, the CEO of
Baby Jam, took the stage at the
Trans Asia Music Meeting during the
Music Lane Festival Okinawa 2025. This festival, which took place from
January 17 to January 19, 2025, brought together key figures in the music tech sector to discuss the emerging challenges and opportunities faced by Japanese music startups.
Event Overview
The
Music Lane Festival Okinawa 2025 was hosted at several venues, including
Music Town Otoichiba in Okinawa City. Organizing the event was the
Music Lane Festival Okinawa Executive Committee, dedicated to highlighting the synergy between music and technology.
The thematic session titled
“Japanese Music Startups”, held on
January 19, 2025, included discussions about the impact of startups on Japan's music industry. With a growing global music landscape dominated by tech innovations, the session allowed entrepreneurs to share their insights and realities. Featured prominently was the contribution of Japanese startups and their unique challenges in the global arena.
Presentation by Ryōji Tamura
During his presentation,
Ryōji Tamura highlighted the development of
NORDER, an artist support app created by Baby Jam. He elaborated on the importance of effective promotion using platforms like TikTok, emphasizing their value in supporting independent artists both domestically and internationally. The discourse aimed to shed light on how startups like Baby Jam are pivotal in fostering the growth of indie artists in today's competitive music industry.
His insights were not merely theoretical; they were enriched by his personal experience in the entrepreneurial landscape. Tamura's dialogue centered around the critical role that music tech companies must play in sustaining and promoting the artistic independence of musicians in Japan and beyond.
Future Directions
Looking ahead, Baby Jam aims to continue supporting artists'
“independence and success”. The ethos of the company is rooted in creating pathways for musicians to thrive through innovative technology and collaborations. By building networks both locally and internationally, they strive to enhance their offerings and create more value for artists.
About Baby Jam
Founded in
October 2020, Baby Jam has its headquarters in
Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi. They operate a Tokyo branch located at
ROOTS SQUARE IKEJIRI OHASHI in
Meguro, Tokyo. With a dedicated focus on music technology, the company aims to bridge the gap between artists and their audience, facilitating growth through digital platforms.
For further inquiries related to the
NORDER app, TikTok promotions, recruitment, or media relations, Baby Jam provides various contact avenues on their official website, underscoring their commitment to transparency and outreach.
In conclusion, Ryōji Tamura's participation in the
Trans Asia Music Meeting underscores the vibrant and growing role of Japanese startups in the global music industry. As the festival concluded, it marked not only a celebration of music but also a critical insight into the future of sound and technology collaboration in Japan.