Lex Talk Music

In conversation with Kaber Vasuki, a prolific songwriter, composer and artist from the Tamizh music & film industry. He was one of the first Tamizh artists to crowdfund his album, Azhagu Puratchi and is also known for the genre-fluid unique work he did with Kurangan, the indie band he co-founded with Tenma. In this (long overdue) second leg of the NFT series in the music industry, tune in to my chat with Kaber as we discuss everything about his journey as a musician, the importance of early supporters as an artist and how Metakovan and NFTs got him in the news.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Vishakha Singh, founder and VP of the WazirX NFT Marketplace. It's not everyday you come across a powerhouse that juggles multiples roles with flair - actor, producer, creator and crypto buff, Vishakha has worked across the spectrum of the entertainment industry. NFTs, cryptocurrency and blockchain are not just all the rage, but definitely here to stay. Join us on the inaugural episode of LTM's three-part series on NFTs in the creative sector, where I speak to Vishakha about her journey as an artist into the NFT space and why non-fungible token or NFTs are important to the creative community. For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com or reach out directly to the WazirX NFT Marketplace at nft@wazirx.com. Follow them on Discord (https://discord.com/invite/rzjqR7zudj) and on Instagram (@wazirxnft).This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Atul Churamani, founder and Managing Director of Turnkey Music & Publishing. With an illustrious career spanning more than three decades, Atul has seen it all when it comes to the music industry in India, and therefore safe to say that he is truly an expert when it comes to how things works in the business - whether it's about music publishing, distribution, copyrights, record labels, A&R - you name it! Join us on this insightful conversation, as we discuss Atul's phenomenal experiences through his career, how Turnkey came into existence, his thoughts about the industry and the laws in India and so much more.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com or reach out directly to Atul at atul.churamani@turnkeymusic.in.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Yama Seth and Anirudh Voleti, artist managers at one of India's best artist management firms, Big Bad Wolf. Having managed the likes of the finest indie names in the business like Indian Ocean, Karsh Kale, Prateek Kuhad, Parvaaz, both Yama and Anirudh have a ton of stories, which makes each of their experience as an artist manager so much more insightful. Artist management is a nuanced profession, and has everything to do with people management, your love for music, your understanding of the local industry and your ability to adapt to the situation, keeping your artist's best interests in mind. Join us on this special episode as we walk through each of their careers, the lessons they've learnt and the key takeaways for anyone aspiring to become an artist manager.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com or reach out directly to Yama at yama@bigbadwolf.in or Anirudh at anirudh@bigbadwolf.in.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Jataneel Banerjee, a multifaceted music industry professional — he wears many hats: music producer, composer, copyright consultant, founder of the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra and relationship manager at PRS for Music, UK handling memberships for songwriters from Southern Asia. Given the growing importance of the digital media in music, copyright societies play a critical role in ensuring that songwriters have a steady stream of revenue. Join us as we talk about copyright societies, the importance of being a members, how they work and collect royalties, Jataneel’s career graph and his rendezvous with the film industry through the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com or reach out directly to Jataneel at Jataneel.Banerjee@prsformusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Padmanabhan NS (aka Paddy), an industry veteran who has worked with some of the biggest names in the music business, be it EMI, Universal, Radio City and now with Spotify India. His experience with the evolution of the digital music industry in India adds to his vast profile and every musician knows him to be a friend and a genuine well-wisher of  the entire music scene in the country, especially given that he is a musician too. Join us as we talk about the digital explosion, Spotify's interest in artists, Paddy's experience through his career across record labels, radio and now streaming.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Amit Gurbaxani, one of India's few music journalists and perhaps the only one focusing on industry insights, business trends in India and abroad. He has written for some of the world's leading publications, including Billboard, Musically, Rolling Stone, The Guardian and others. Join us as we deep dive into the music business, how streaming works, Amit's experience as a music journalist and so much more.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Sanjeev T, music producer, singer, rock star guitarist and founder of Rainbow Bridge, a production studio and music academy that is all about encouraging the musician community. Join us as we talk about everything music -- working in the film industry, his experience with the Indian indie scene in the last 20 years and a whole lot more.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Ritnika Nayan, Head of CD Baby India and founder of Music Gets Me High (MGMH), an artist management consultancy and the only establishment to offer a dedicated course on the music business in India. Join us as we talk about her book on the India indie music industry, her experiences as an artist management and festival curator, the Guns & Roses tour in India, publishing and record labels in India and a whole lot more.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Manojna Yeluri, entertainment lawyer and founder of Artistik License, a pioneer business & legal consultancy for creative professionals. Join us as we talk about the indie music industry in India, the challenges faced by indie artists, how to deal with them and the benefits of collective bargaining.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Priyanka Khimani, one of India's leading media & entertainment lawyers and founder partner at Anand & Anand & Khimani, Mumbai. Join us as we talk about the law affecting the music business: performer’s rights, plagiarism, industry practices, contracts, licensing and some other interesting inside information, including the importance of metadata and getting the right professional advice.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

A look at how to use samples, make remixes and produce covers the right way, along with the realities of unauthorized use and potential issues.For more info, please write in to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

A primer on what copyrights are, how they apply to music, who they include and an overall look at royalties & revenue generation for musicians.For more info, please write in to hello@lextalkmusic.com.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023

In conversation with Vijay Basrur, founder of OK Listen, India’s first DIY music distribution and digital download platform. OK Listen was a groundbreaking development that changed India’s music industry and offered indie artists a platform where they could showcase their original music, without having to rely on record labels for distribution and without giving up any of their rights. He has worked in the industry for over two decades and comes from the corporate world, where he worked in senior management roles at companies like Quikr, Inox, and Raymond. Join us as we discuss his journey into the music industry, explore the music distribution ecosystem, debate about record labels and what artists can do to solidify their career in music.For more information or inquiries write to hello@lextalkmusic.com or reach out directly to Vijay at vijay@oklisten.com. This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal advice. Kindly consult a legal practitioner for specific advice on legal issues/ disputes(c) Sandhya Surendran, 2023