Sony Pixel Power calrec Sony

Dolby Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies in Music for t...

12/05/2021

9 March 2021, 04:02 (PST) Dolby Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies in Music for the Second Year in a Row

Dolby chosen for democratizing and innovating music and mastering tools

png

SAN FRANCISCO, March 9, 2021 - Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2021. For the second year in a row, Dolby has been among the top-ranked companies pushing the music industry forward.

We are excited to be honored again by Fast Company as one of the world's most innovative music companies, said Todd Pendleton, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Dolby Laboratories. Empowering creativity and self-expression is built into our DNA, and we are grateful to work with artists of all levels to bring their music and stories to life through our breakthrough technology.

Over the last year, Dolby has transformed the audio recording, live streaming, and mastering spaces. Dolby On, an easy-to-use recording app, was built to deliver powerful audio processing with just one tap - it automatically analyzes content and applies just the right touch of EQ, compression, noise reduction, stereo widening, and more. From the app, creators can share directly to their social platform of choice, including live streaming to Twitch, Facebook, YouTube, and more.

In 2020, many artists couldn't easily access a studio anymore. We solved this issue through a major implementation of Dolby.io, Dolby's new API platform, with SoundCloud. The result is SoundCloud Mastering, Powered by Dolby - which allows artists instant and affordable access to Dolbys advanced technology, directly from their SoundCloud workflow.

Now, creators can have Dolby's mastering technology analyze their track and listen the same way an engineer would - identifying the details, the sections, and musical transitions that give the song its unique story arc. Using the mastering profiles of choice, this detailed sonic map is then used to sculpt the tone and overall dynamic profile of the artist's mix while prioritizing their creative intent.

Dolby Atmos Music, which Dolby was named to Most Innovative Companies in 2020 for, continues to grow and is now available to consumers in over 50 countries with a growing library of songs available from the world's most prolific artists.

Fast Company's editors and writers sought out the most groundbreaking businesses across the globe and industries. They also judged nominations received through their application process.

The World's Most Innovative Companies is Fast Company's signature franchise and one of its most highly anticipated editorial efforts of the year. It provides both a snapshot and a roadmap for the future of innovation across the most dynamic sectors of the economy.

Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2021) is now available online here, as well as in app form via iTunes and on newsstands beginning March 16, 2021. The hashtag is #FCMostInnovative.

About Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) is based in San Francisco with offices around the globe. From movies and TV shows, to apps, music, sports and gaming, Dolby transforms the science of sight and sound into spectacular experiences for billions of people worldwide. We partner with artists, storytellers, developers, and businesses to revolutionize entertainment and communications with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, and Dolby.io.

ABOUT FAST COMPANY

Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. The editor-in-chief is Stephanie Mehta. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication Inc., and can be found online at www.fastcompany.com.

Dolby, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, Dolby.io, and the double-D symbol are among the registered and unregistered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

Copy link

Copy text

Download

About Dolby Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) is based in San Francisco with offices around the globe. From movies and TV shows, to apps, music, sports, and gaming, Dolby transforms the science of sight and sound into spectacular experiences for billions of people worldwide. We partner with artists, storytellers, developers, and businesses to revolutionize entertainment and communications with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, and Dolby.io.

Contact details

General Press Inquiries

Headquarters:

1275 Market Street

San Francisco, CA 94103-1410 USA

media@dolby.com

Download vCard

Share news release

Related topics

Music

Corporate

Download & Copy

Download PDF

Copy text

Copy link

Contact us

General Press Inquiries

Headquarters:

1275 Market Street

San Francisco, CA 94103-1410 USA

media@dolby.com

Share
LINK: https://news.dolby.com/en-WW/197209-dolby-named-to-fast-company-s-annu...
See more stories from dolby

Europe Stories

14/11/2025

The Late Late Toy Show blasts off! RT launches The Late Late Toy Show's official trailer

The Late Late Toy Show blasts off! RT launches The Late Late Toy Show's of...

13/11/2025

The Spotify Partner Program Expands to the Nordics, Empowering More Creators to Earn and Grow

At Spotify, we're always working to help creators earn, grow, and connect wi...

13/11/2025

Spotify Updates Shuffle to Keep Your Playlists Feeling Fresh

This year, Spotify has introduced even more ways for users to take control of their listening experience. Whether you're refreshing your Discover Weekly wit...

13/11/2025

Introducing Audiobook Recaps, a New Way to Reengage With Your Favorite Stories

Today, Spotify is beginning to roll out a powerful new feature designed to help listeners jump back into stories they've put down, whether it's after a ...

13/11/2025

Record-Breaking Live Broadcast Achieved with Clear-Com at the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Race at...

eds3_5_jq(document).ready(function($) { $(#eds_sliderM519).chameleonSlider_2_1({...

13/11/2025

SES, Relativity Space Expand Multi-Launch Agreement for Terran R

Luxembourg and Long Beach, CA, 12 November 2025 - SES, a leading space solutions company, announced today an extended multi-year, multi-launch services agreemen...

13/11/2025

Emmy winner James Longman, Liz Clare and Daran Jonno Johnson board Sky Original series \Saturday Night Live UK\

Creative Trio Join Lorne Michaels' Late Night Comedy ShowcaseThursday 13 Nov...

13/11/2025

Innovation with Integrity: A UK Path to Responsible AI and Copyright

Thursday 13 November 2025 Innovation with Integrity: A UK Path to Responsible AI and Copyright Innovation with Integrity: A UK Path to Responsible AI and Copy...

13/11/2025

Sky Sports launches Halo, a new TikTok channel for female sports fans

Thursday 13 November 2025 Sky Sports launches Halo', a new TikTok channel for female sports fans Sky Sports has today launched Sky Sports Halo, a brand-n...

13/11/2025

Rohde & Schwarz acquires a stake in Orbint GmbH for signal intelligence reconnaissance from space

Rohde & Schwarz acquires a stake in Orbint GmbH for signal intelligence reconnai...

13/11/2025

Gabriel Byrne, Carrie Crowley and Russell Howard among the guests on this week's Late Late Show

Legendary actor and proud Irishman Gabriel Byrne will be in studio this week to ...

13/11/2025

International Soccer takes centre stage on a jam-packed four days of live, free-to-air Sport across RT

Tonight's crucial Republic of Ireland World Cup qualifier v Portugal at the ...

13/11/2025

Karen Byrne, Andrew Ryan and Roddy Collins drop in for episode four of The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In

In the fourth episode of The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In the lads are joined b...

12/11/2025

Wangu Kanuri: Finalist Young Journalist of the Year 2025

For me, no story is too small if it speaks to the ordinary Kenyan, says Wangu Kanuri, a multimedia journalist and contributor to the Nation Media Group working...

12/11/2025

Tracy Bonareri Onchoke: Finalist Young Journalist of the Year 2025

Tracy Bonareri Onchoke is an investigative journalist from Kenya who strives to tell stories that amplify voices pushed to the margins' in her reports for ...

12/11/2025

Godwin Asediba: Finalist Young Journalist of the Year 2025

Godwin Asediba who is an investigative journalist, producer and news anchor with TV3 and 3FM in Ghana, has received death threats for his work exposing injustic...

12/11/2025

Morgan Wallen Reflects on His Biggest Hits in New Billions Club: The Series' Episode

In 2023, Morgan Wallen made history when Last Night became the first solo coun...

12/11/2025

Calrec delivers future-focused production for Whisper Cymru

Calrec delivers future-focused production for Whisper Cymru at Wales's first-ever dedicated remote production hub Supporting a growing roster of live sports...

12/11/2025

Blue Lucy Renews Multi-Year Partnership with VSI Group

LONDON, England November 11, 2025 - Blue Lucy, a leading provider of media management and workflow automation solutions, is pleased to announce the renewal o...

12/11/2025

SES and AMN Expand Rural Connectivity across Cte d'Ivoire with Major Network Upgrade

Over 200 upgraded sites now delivering 2G and 3G mobile data services to more th...

12/11/2025

Advanced 4.2-Mpx BSI Sensor in a Small, Versatile Design

Introducing the Phantom KT840 the most cost-effective 4-Mpx back side illuminated (BSI)- powered camera in the KT-Series, built for biomedical sciences, micro...

12/11/2025

VEON Wins Corporate Governance Awards for Kyivstar Listing and Technology Leadership in Corporate Governance

12 Nov 2025 VEON Wins Corporate Governance Awards for Kyivstar Listing and Tech...

12/11/2025

Sky unveils first of its kind clean power system for film and TV production

Wednesday 12 November 2025 Sky unveils first of its kind clean power system for film and TV production Sky has today unveiled a major new clean energy system ...

12/11/2025

International standards bodies release climate action policy paper at COP30

Wednesday 12th November - Bel m, Brazil - Today, leading organizations IEC, ISO and ULSE, initiators of the Standards Pavilion at UNFCCC COP30, published a join...

12/11/2025

Preferred Business Partner of the German Bundesverband E-Commerce und Versandhandel Deutschland e.V. (bevh)

Arvato Systems Becomes Preferred Business Partner of the German Bundesverband E-...

12/11/2025

Celebrating 21 Years of the RT Choice Music Prize

RT Choice Music Prize In association with IMRO and IRMA 2 0 2 6 K E Y D A T E S Irish Album of the Year 2025 Shortlist 19th January Irish Song of the ...

12/11/2025

RT Investigates reveals Court Interpreter in overturned FGM case worked on over 240 other Irish court cases

Parents jailed for over two years after bringing their daughter to hospital for ...

11/11/2025

Spotify and NMPA Announce Agreement to Expand Direct-Licensing Audiovisual Opportunities for Independent Publishers

Today, Spotify and the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) launche...

11/11/2025

SGL Carbon site in Willich celebrates 30 years of Expertise in High-Tech Prepregs

This year, SGL Carbons Willich site is celebrating a special anniversary. For 30...

11/11/2025

SES Delivers Solid 9 Months and Q3 2025 Results

Luxembourg, 6 November 2025 -- SES S.A. fully consolidates Intelsat from 17 July 2025 and announces financial results for the nine months and three months ended...

11/11/2025

Rohde & Schwarz and its partners unveil new satellite payload testing innovation at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025

Rohde & Schwarz and its partners unveil new satellite payload testing innovation...

11/11/2025

In memory of Denise Turner: A respected voice in media research

Throughout her distinguished career, she shaped the way media is measured and valued, contributing enormously to the credibility and progress of our sector. Den...

11/11/2025

Dizzy Deliveries is back with Series 3 on RTKIDS!

After international award wins, the much-loved children's series returns with 13 brand new episodes with some very special children and guests including Ros...

10/11/2025

VEON Raises 2025 Outlook, Robust Revenue and EBITDA Momentum, Direct Digital Revenue up 63% YoY

10 Nov 2025 VEON Raises 2025 Outlook, Robust Revenue and EBITDA Momentum, Direc...

10/11/2025

Sky News partners with Arc XP to power the future of digital journalism

Monday 10 November 2025 Sky News partners with Arc XP to power the future of digital journalism Today, Sky News can announce that it has partnered with Arc XP...

10/11/2025

Rohde and Schwarz Cybersecurity to develop solutions for VS laptops

Rohde and Schwarz Cybersecurity to develop solutions for VS laptops Munich, 10th of November 2025 - Rohde & Schwarz Cybersecurity has developed a specialized...

10/11/2025

Satellite Payload and Components Testing with instruments from Rohde & Schwarz at Space Tech Expo 2025

Satellite Payload and Components Testing with instruments from Rohde & Schwarz a...

10/11/2025

Pets, Laughs and Chaos! RT KIDS's The Big Pet Project brings Ireland's amazing pets to RT One and RT Player

76 animals. Six locations. Two Irish stars. One Pet Mobile. From surfing dogs t...

09/11/2025

Dalet Unveils Agentic AI Media Workflows at IBC2025

Dalet today announced a transformative leap forward for media operations: Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) that unifies the Dalet ecosystem under one natura...

07/11/2025

8 Easy Ways to Share Your Spotify Soundtrack with Friends

Word of mouth has always been at the heart of the Spotify experience, with people sharing music, podcasts, and audiobooks with friends and family millions of ti...

07/11/2025

THE LATE LATE TOY SHOW BIG BIG TICKET GIVEAWAY EXCLUSIVE ACROSS RT CHANNELS

SLEIGH BELLS RING ARE YOU WINNING? THE LATE LATE TOY SHOW BIG BIG TICKET GIVEAWAY EXCLUSIVE ACROSS RT CHANNELS On Friday 21 November, listeners across all R...

07/11/2025

X-Rite to Acquire Select Assets of Rutherford Graphic Products (RGP), LLC (USA) in Strategic Expansion

X-Rite to Acquire Select Assets of Rutherford Graphic Products (RGP), LLC (USA) ...

07/11/2025

Alessia Russo inspires 180 girls at inaugural Alessia Cup in partnership with Goals 4 Girls, presented by Sky

Friday 7 November 2025 Alessia Russo inspires 180 girls at inaugural Alessia Cu...

07/11/2025

From promises to progress: 21 global organizations unite at COP30 to champion International Standards in the climate action agenda

-- Building on last year's success at COP29, the three initiator organizati...

06/11/2025

How media and information literacy in newsrooms is winning back audience trust

Media organisations from across the globe are uniting to promote media and information literacy (MIL) to help ensure their future survival and win back the trus...

06/11/2025

Spotify's Latest Feature Charts Your Week in Listening

At Spotify, we're always finding new ways to bring you closer to the music that moves you, turning sound into something personal. From the playlists that ma...

06/11/2025

Spotify Sessions chega Amrica Latina, entregando o controle criativo a trios liderados por artistas

O mundo est ouvindo a Am rica Latina. Os artistas da regi o est o constantement...

06/11/2025

Spotify Sessions Launch in Latin America, Handing Creative Control to Artist-Led Trios

The world is listening to Latin America. The region's artists are consistent...