A new crop of audio startups is changing how we listen to and discover music, helping artists build businesses.Six audio-startup founders shared their pitch decks used to raise funds, showcasing innovation in music tech.Companies like TikTok and YouTube are aiding artists' discovery, with platforms like Roblox and Discord offering new formats.Audio startups focus on aiding artist-superfan interactions, with platforms like Sesh and Hangout facilitating engagement.Other startups like Offtop and RealCount provide internal tools for music collaborators and analytics for artists.Investors, including institutional firms and record labels, have heavily funded audio startups in recent years.Pitch decks from Slipstream Music, Hangout, Sesh, Chartmetric, Supercast, Spoon, Magroove, and more showcase their fundraising strategies.Magroove offers affordable music distribution services, while Slip.stream provides a subscription service for creators.Spoon Radio is a live audio platform, and Supercast focuses on a subscription platform for podcast creators.Ultimate Playlist incentivizes users to listen and rate songs for cash prizes, catering to middle-class artists.