What does it take to turn sound into a language of possibility? In this episode of Breaking the Biz, we journey into the expansive world of experimental sound art, composition, and multimedia with Philip Mantione — a Los Angeles-based sound artist whose career challenges the boundaries of traditional music and embraces a world where creativity is unlimited.

With over two decades of experience, Mantione has composed for orchestra, chamber ensembles, computer, and multimedia environments, often using custom software to layer field recordings, samples, and computer-generated sound. His work spans fixed media, interactive performance, sound installations, and experimental video, embodying an artistic practice that’s both highly technical and emotionally resonant.

Mantione shares the unconventional path he took to establish himself in the entertainment and academic spheres, reflecting on how he built a career that bridges disciplines, embraces accessibility, and redefines how we think about listening. Along the way, he also explores how mentorship, innovation, and collaboration empower artists of all abilities to find their voice in spaces that often feel exclusive.

Listeners will learn:

How a career in sound art can evolve outside traditional music pathways

What it means to code your own tools as an artist

The challenges and triumphs of building inclusive spaces in multimedia art

Why embracing difference is essential to driving creative innovation

Whether you're a music lover, aspiring sound designer, or someone passionate about creating equitable futures in entertainment, this episode offers a thought-provoking dive into the sonic possibilities that surround us—and the people who make them real.

Join our conversation on social media:

facebook.com/breakingthebiz
instagram.com/breakingthebiz
instagram.com/yic_unity
https://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713

Interested in being a guest speaker? blieberman@yicunity.org