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Savan Kotecha | The Music Podcast: Western Music Culture, Songwriting, Pop Stars, Depression & more
Don't miss the newest episode of THE MUSIC PODCAST with Tarsame Mittal, featuring the renowned American songwriter and record producer, Savan Kotecha. Join us as Savan shares fascinating insights into the songwriting process, royalty rights, and artist involvement in music production and lyrics, discovering the band One Direction. Gain valuable knowledge about track credit ethics and other intriguing aspects of the Western music community. Check it out now!
Listen to this episode with Savan on all leading audio streaming channels!
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
In this episode of The Music Podcast featuring Savan Kotecha, we take an in-depth look into the music culture of the West. Having worked with global superstars like Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ellie Goulding, The Weeknd, Westlife to name a few – Savan has delivered the superhits and superstars that define the past two decades. In this episode, we get a closer look at the way they perceive the song credits and its distribution, how the Indian artists are perceived, the future of the music community globally and more. Delving into its hierarchies and ecosystem, he shares invaluable insights gathered from his experiences working with the renowned artists. From shedding light on the behind-the-scenes dynamics of songwriting to navigating the complexities of crediting artists and collaborators, Savan provides a comprehensive overview of the industry landscape. He also opens up about his personal journey as one of the few brown individuals in the industry, emphasizing the importance of promoting Indian music culture on a global scale. With candid discussions about his upbringing, creative process, and battles with depression, Savan's story resonates with aspiring musicians and industry veterans alike.
Show some love! Hit the Like, Share, and Subscribe buttons for The Music Podcast! Your thoughts matter, drop them in the comments. Share your Wishlist for upcoming guests or the burning questions you'd like your favourite artist to answer. Connect with us at [email protected]. Your feedback makes our podcast journey even more exciting!
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
02:03 - His Family Background
02:33 - His Indian Connection
04:07 - The Western System
08:46 - The Royalty Split, Fee & Copyright
13:27 - Publishing Deals
15:31 - Artist involvement in Songwriting
18:15 - Song Credits: India vs. West
21:00 - Celebrity Culture Conditioning of the West
23:44 - Javed Akhtar’s Fight for Rights
24:49 - Urging Artists to Join IPRS
27:17 - How American Music Business Began…
28:33 - The Beginning of his Music Journey
33:41 - “I was successful, but miserable”
36:40 - His Mission
40:09 - Depression & Artists’ Mental Health
46:17 - His Comeback in the industry
49:05 - Trying to meet Babyface!
52:19 - A Challenge from his Father x BMG Deal
54:20 - Meeting Simon Cowell
55:59 - Discovering One Direction!
59:25 - Next Chapters of Life
01:01:28 - Max Martin The Icon
01:04:07 - Collaborating with Ariana Grande, The Weeknd Ellie Goulding & Demi Lovato
01:08:03 - In Retrospect…
01:11:12 - The Songs’ Worth
01:16:11 - A Story from ’50 Shades of Grey’
01:19:20 - Why aren’t Indian Artists going Global?
01:25:24 - Getting in touch with Savan Kotecha
01:28:08 - Take on Kpop
01:31:53 - Indian Music Culture x His Future Plans
01:35:00 - His own songwriting process
01:39:56 - Life-Changing Songs for Savan
01:41:38 - Artists he likes to work with…
01:43:11 - Indian Artists x Music
01:45:08 - #AskTheGuest
01:55:34 - More about the Western Music Industry
01:59:55 - In Conclusion…
02:04:57 - Thank You!
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Stay tuned for the next episode of 'The Music Podcast'! 🎧 We've got another exciting conversation lined up for you! Don't miss it!
_
Host - Tarsame Mittal
Guest – Savan Kotecha
Audio Credits:
Dialogue Editor, Mix and Master by Farhan Shaikh at Chordfather Productions
Audio Post Production Studio - Chordfather Productions
Producer - Vinita Sabberwal
Business Head - Dimple Mehta
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By The Music Podcast - Tarsame MittalDon't miss the newest episode of THE MUSIC PODCAST with Tarsame Mittal, featuring the renowned American songwriter and record producer, Savan Kotecha. Join us as Savan shares fascinating insights into the songwriting process, royalty rights, and artist involvement in music production and lyrics, discovering the band One Direction. Gain valuable knowledge about track credit ethics and other intriguing aspects of the Western music community. Check it out now!
Listen to this episode with Savan on all leading audio streaming channels!
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
In this episode of The Music Podcast featuring Savan Kotecha, we take an in-depth look into the music culture of the West. Having worked with global superstars like Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ellie Goulding, The Weeknd, Westlife to name a few – Savan has delivered the superhits and superstars that define the past two decades. In this episode, we get a closer look at the way they perceive the song credits and its distribution, how the Indian artists are perceived, the future of the music community globally and more. Delving into its hierarchies and ecosystem, he shares invaluable insights gathered from his experiences working with the renowned artists. From shedding light on the behind-the-scenes dynamics of songwriting to navigating the complexities of crediting artists and collaborators, Savan provides a comprehensive overview of the industry landscape. He also opens up about his personal journey as one of the few brown individuals in the industry, emphasizing the importance of promoting Indian music culture on a global scale. With candid discussions about his upbringing, creative process, and battles with depression, Savan's story resonates with aspiring musicians and industry veterans alike.
Show some love! Hit the Like, Share, and Subscribe buttons for The Music Podcast! Your thoughts matter, drop them in the comments. Share your Wishlist for upcoming guests or the burning questions you'd like your favourite artist to answer. Connect with us at [email protected]. Your feedback makes our podcast journey even more exciting!
_
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
02:03 - His Family Background
02:33 - His Indian Connection
04:07 - The Western System
08:46 - The Royalty Split, Fee & Copyright
13:27 - Publishing Deals
15:31 - Artist involvement in Songwriting
18:15 - Song Credits: India vs. West
21:00 - Celebrity Culture Conditioning of the West
23:44 - Javed Akhtar’s Fight for Rights
24:49 - Urging Artists to Join IPRS
27:17 - How American Music Business Began…
28:33 - The Beginning of his Music Journey
33:41 - “I was successful, but miserable”
36:40 - His Mission
40:09 - Depression & Artists’ Mental Health
46:17 - His Comeback in the industry
49:05 - Trying to meet Babyface!
52:19 - A Challenge from his Father x BMG Deal
54:20 - Meeting Simon Cowell
55:59 - Discovering One Direction!
59:25 - Next Chapters of Life
01:01:28 - Max Martin The Icon
01:04:07 - Collaborating with Ariana Grande, The Weeknd Ellie Goulding & Demi Lovato
01:08:03 - In Retrospect…
01:11:12 - The Songs’ Worth
01:16:11 - A Story from ’50 Shades of Grey’
01:19:20 - Why aren’t Indian Artists going Global?
01:25:24 - Getting in touch with Savan Kotecha
01:28:08 - Take on Kpop
01:31:53 - Indian Music Culture x His Future Plans
01:35:00 - His own songwriting process
01:39:56 - Life-Changing Songs for Savan
01:41:38 - Artists he likes to work with…
01:43:11 - Indian Artists x Music
01:45:08 - #AskTheGuest
01:55:34 - More about the Western Music Industry
01:59:55 - In Conclusion…
02:04:57 - Thank You!
_
Stay tuned for the next episode of 'The Music Podcast'! 🎧 We've got another exciting conversation lined up for you! Don't miss it!
_
Host - Tarsame Mittal
Guest – Savan Kotecha
Audio Credits:
Dialogue Editor, Mix and Master by Farhan Shaikh at Chordfather Productions
Audio Post Production Studio - Chordfather Productions
Producer - Vinita Sabberwal
Business Head - Dimple Mehta