As the vinyl market expands, so do the pressures of sustainability and cost. This presentation explores how one pressing plant is adapting by using “future vinyl”, a greener alternative to traditional materials, and rethinking distribution to reduce environmental impact and expenses. A real-world example of how music manufacturing can respond to global change with practical, future-minded solutions.
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spans music, television, and large-scale events. With over two decades of experience, he has been
instrumental in developing Lithuania\u2019s modern music ecosystem. As founder and producer at
Creative Industries, Lauras has worked with some of the most prominent artists in the
region\u2014Jazzu, Alina Orlova, Vidas Bareikis, and The Roop\u2014producing two consecutive
Eurovision national selection victories for the latter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lu\u010di\u016bnas is also behind the independent vinyl manufacturing hub Green Lakes Pressing,
further expanding Lithuania\u2019s creative infrastructure. Established to support the growing
demand for high-quality physical formats, the plant combines technical precision with a
commitment to artistic integrity. Green Lakes Pressing serves both local and international
artists, strengthening Lithuania\u2019s role as a serious player in the European music infrastructure
and expanding creative production possibilities across the Baltics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though his focus lies in music and event production, Lauras has also contributed to national
television formats and award shows, including M.A.M.A. and Sidabrin\u0117 Gerv\u0117, often
blending live performance with broadcast innovation. His experience during the pandemic led
to the pioneering of digital concert formats and AR-integrated events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 2023, he played a key role in the NATO Summit in Lithuania, helping shape the cultural
programming and public experience of this high-profile event. As a regular lecturer at major
Lithuanian universities and co-founder of the international showcase festival What\u2019s Next in
Music?, Lauras continues to be a vital connector between culture, innovation, and civic life.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lauras Lu\u010di\u016bnas (LT)","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"lauras-luciunas-lt","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-04-09 18:20:44","post_modified_gmt":"2025-04-09 15:20:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athensmusicweek.gr\/?post_type=speaker&p=26696","menu_order":0,"post_type":"speaker","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}]},{"key":"date","label":"Date","value":"8 \u039c\u03b1\u0390\u03bf\u03c5 2025"},{"key":"launch_time","label":"Launch Time","value":"15:30"},{"key":"end_time","label":"End Time","value":"15:45"},{"key":"hero_image","label":"Hero Image","value":15152}],"yoast_head":"\n