Richard Lodge

Richard Lodge is an experienced music industry professional with a diverse background in streaming strategy, music programming, and consultancy. Currently serving as Streaming Manager at Concord since March 2023, Richard previously worked at Spotify as a Music Programmer, where responsibilities included developing streaming strategies for international playlists focused on leanback listening and wellness. Earlier roles involved consulting for brands at Mood Media and C-BURN MUSIC, delivering tailored soundtracks for prominent clients in retail and hospitality. Richard's earlier experiences include internships in marketing and audio-visual production at notable labels like Polydor Records and Defected Records, as well as performing as a session guitarist for major label artists. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz/Jazz Studies from Leeds College of Music and a BTEC National Diploma in Popular Music from Oxford College of Further Education.