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In conversation with Rafael Pereira and Sushil Chhugani, two key figures advancing India’s independent music movement. As founding members of India Music Exchange (IMX) and active contributors to India International Music Week (IIMW), they have played a pivotal role in bringing together artists, publishers, and entrepreneurs to expand India’s musical reach worldwide.

Rafael, an intellectual property strategist and web3 oracle, utilizes his legal and technological expertise to guide creators through the rapidly evolving digital space. Sushil, the Founder and Director of Stubborn Company, brings a wealth of experience in nurturing emerging talent and enriching India’s diverse music culture. 

In this episode we discuss IMX and IIMW, their respective objectives and their goals to promote collaboration, drive industry growth, and create international opportunities for Indian musicians.

For more information about IMX, write in to [email protected]. For any other query, please write into [email protected].

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.

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In conversation with Shubha Mudgal, a powerhouse Indian vocalist who has spent decades navigating the vibrant world of Hindustani classical and contemporary music. With an illustrious career that has earned her prestigious accolades including a National Film Award for non-fiction film music in the year 1995, the Gold Plaque Award at the Chicago International Film Festival in 1998, and the Padma Shri in the year 2000, Shubha Mudgal has become synonymous with both bold innovation and profound respect for tradition. Join us as we delve into her remarkable journey—examining how she honed her craft under the tutelage of renowned mentors, forged a distinctive artistic identity, and continues to redefine the creative landscape, all while championing artists’ rights and inspiring audiences worldwide.

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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.

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In conversation with Rumpa Banerjee, Head of Marketing, Communication & Member Relations at the Indian Performing Rights Society (IPRS). IPRS was established in 1969 and has been a witness to all the major milestones achieved by the music industry. Today, for an artist, registering with a copyright society is a non-negotiable and in this episode we dive into the workings of IPRS, how it interacts with other industry stakeholders and its importance to songwriters.

If you are an artist or artist manager debating registering with IPRS or any copyright society for that matter, this episode is especially for you. Join us as we bust myths and dispel concerns around this subject, and don't forget to take notes!

For any queries, please reach out to us at [email protected].

The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

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In conversation with Dhruv Singh, founder and head honcho at Pagal Haina. After a degree in film production and valuable stints in theatre, sports management, television, events and film, Dhruv founded Pagal Haina in 2011. Pagal Haina is an artist development agency and record label representing some of the finest independent artists in India including Peter Cat Recording Co., Lifafa, The F16s, Ditty, Shantanu Pandit, Karshni, Rounak Maiti, Run it's the Kid, Shashwat Bulusu and more.

Dhruv was instrumental in discovering singer-songwriter Prateek Kuhad and represented him from early origins till late 2018 during which time, Pagal Haina oversaw Kuhad's rise from a new artist to Indie stardom to becoming India's most prominent, truly independent global artist before signing a major label deal in 2020.
 
Listen in for some candid real talk as we discuss Dhruv's transition into the music industry, the business of the indie label and other no nonsense straight up truth bombs.

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The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

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In conversation with Tej Brar, currently heading Festivals & Live Events at Nodwin Gaming with an illustrious list of achievements in the music industry. He's been manager to some of the biggest names in the Indian music scene through OML and through his own firm, Third Culture - from Nucleya, Raja Kumari, Dualist Inquiry to J Babe, Kayan and the coolest hippest Indian indie artists of our time. Join us as we discuss his journey through the music industry, his learnings as an artist manager, what artists can learn from those lessons and so much more in this very wholesome conversation.

For more information or inquiries write to [email protected].

The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

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In conversation with Mansoor Rahimat Khan, CEO and co-founder of Beatoven.ai - India's first generative AI music production platforms. Mansoor is a seventh-generation sitar player and was also named in the Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 list in 2023. Beatoven has been gaining as much traction as attention from around the world and as an artist himself, Mansoor has been very particular about the ethics behind his AI model. What we are currently witnessing in the field of AI is historical and the next five years  are going to be crucial to how these developments will impact humanity. Join Mansoor and me as we talk about Beatoven, the upheavals to AI in 2023 and what it means for the creative community.

For more information or inquiries write to [email protected].

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.

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In conversation with Anurag Tagat, music journalist and concert aficionado. Anurag is a name that both the artist and the music buff are familiar with. In his career as a music journalist in the last decade and more, he has written for the biggest publications in India and abroad, including Rolling Stone, Billboard, The Hindu, LiveMint and more. He is currently the Assistant Editor at Rolling Stone, India and is a frequent contributor to several other prestigious publications. Join us as we discuss his journey as a music journalist, his love for independent music, navigating bias while reviewing and so much more.

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The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

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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 [email protected].

The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

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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 [email protected].

The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

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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 [email protected] or reach out directly to the WazirX NFT Marketplace at [email protected]. Follow them on Discord (https://discord.com/invite/rzjqR7zudj) and on Instagram (@wazirxnft).

The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.

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.

© Sandhya Surendran, 2024. All rights reserved.