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Lex Talk MusicEpisode 24: In Conversation with Nush LewisSend us a textIn conversation with Anushka 'Nush' Lewis, contemporary harpist, music education innovator, and academic facilitator at Abbey Road Institute Mumbai.Nush's journey defies conventional paths in Indian music. From accidentally discovering the harp at KM Music Conservatory to releasing three critically acclaimed EPs and opening for The Cinematic Orchestra, she's carved out a unique space as one of India's rare contemporary harpists. But her impact extends far beyond performance: recognizing fundamental gaps in India's music education ecosystem, she founded OffSet Education in 2017, launched India's first music...
2025-11-211h 52Lex Talk MusicEpisode 23: In Conversation with SpekSend us a textIn conversation with Spek—hip-hop artist, cultural bridge-builder, and the founder & CEO of PopArabia and ESMAA.Spek’s trajectory is anything but ordinary. From rapping with Canada’s Dream Warriors and collaborating with Jamiroquai and Nitin Sawhney, he’s evolved into a music-rights visionary who’s reshaping how Arabic repertoire is represented—and paid for—around the world.After years on stage and in the studio and a pivotal stint on the music business side in the UK, Spek moved to the UAE to launch the...
2025-07-141h 27Lex Talk MusicEpisode 22: In Conversation with Neon CultureSend us a textIn conversation with Prarthana Sen and Vishruti Bindal, the founders of Neon Culture and driving forces behind the Deccan Alternative Music Conference (DAMC).Prarthana Sen and Vishruti Bindal bring a wealth of experience and passion to India’s independent music landscape, making significant strides toward fostering a more inclusive and innovative industry. Prarthana, formerly with Sofar Sounds, played a pivotal role in building global communities and providing indie artists with an intimate, impactful platform to showcase their talent. As one of th...
2025-01-241h 19Lex Talk MusicEpisode 21: In Conversation with India Music ExchangeSend us a textIn 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 Stubb...
2025-01-041h 06Lex Talk MusicEpisode 20: In Conversation with Shubha MudgalSend us a textIn 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 th...
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LimitlessSandhya Surendran and Nidhi Salian - The legal profession in India is a boys’ club and we need to break thatSandhya Surendran is a media entertainment & tech lawyer. Nidhi Salian is a former lawyer and filmmaker. 1 Sandhya Surendran + 1 Nidhi Salian = 2 Lawyers talking about how the legal profession is not always what it looks like in the movies, their experiences as women in a male dominated field and how the stereotype of a “lawyer” may not be a woman with tattoos and piercings. Shop the look here: www.westside.com Follow Westside here: https://www.instagram.com/westsidestores CREDITS: Guest: Sandhya Surendran, Nidhi S...
2024-09-1826 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 19: In Conversation with Rumpa BanerjeeSend us a textIn 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...
2024-07-211h 30Lex Talk MusicEpisode 18: In Conversation with Dhruv SinghSend us a textIn 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...
2024-03-081h 58Lex Talk MusicEpisode 17: In Conversation with Tej BrarSend us a textIn 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...
2023-08-201h 27Lex Talk MusicEpisode 16: In Conversation with Mansoor Rahimat KhanSend us a textIn 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 w...
2023-05-3055 min
Music TectonicsMasterclass on the Music Industry in India with Sandhya SurendranThis week, Dmitri Vietze joins entertainment laywer and music industry savant Sandhya Surendran to explore the music industry in India. Learn more about Sandhya's role as founder and cousel at Lexic specializing in copyright law, licensing, royalties, and commercial transactions. Find out how the film industry has influenced copyright and licensing in India. Discover how India's massive film industry, streaming platforms, and major labels have shaped the music tech space. Explore the current landscape of music in India, from classical to film to folk. How has techology allowed Indian music to reach global audiences? Find out on this week's...
2023-05-1145 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 15: In Conversation with Anurag TagatSend us a textIn 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...
2023-03-301h 14Lex Talk MusicEpisode 14: In Conversation with Vijay BasrurSend us a textIn 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 w...
2023-01-251h 30Lex Talk MusicEpisode 13: In Conversation with Kaber VasukiSend us a textIn 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...
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2022-07-2605 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 12: In Conversation with Vishakha SinghSend us a textIn 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...
2022-03-3145 min
Music Industry InsightsIndia - Music Industry Overview
MUSIC INDUSTRY OF INDIA
This is the National insight. The National overview. The 4 directions of India; North, South, East, and West.
3 vastly knowledgeable professionals, an in-depth MUSIC INDUSTRY INSIGHTS conversation. This is the groundwork, the foundation and fundamental knowledge of the music industry of the country of India.
Sandhya Surendran
A 2007 graduate from India’s premier law school, NALSAR, Hyderabad, Sandhya’s experience as a business lawyer has focused on the technology, media and entertainment industries. She began her career with the erstwhile Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh. A. Shroff, a law firm in Mu...
2022-01-2346 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 11: In Conversation with Atul ChuramaniSend us a textIn 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...
2021-12-302h 09Lex Talk MusicEpisode 10: In Conversation with Yama & AnirudhSend us a textIn 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...
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Her Forum PodcastHerMasterclass with Sandhya SurendranThis week’s podcast episode combines our first ever three-part masterclass with Sandhya Surendran. Sandhya is a copyright lawyer and the founder of Lexic and the Senior Legal Counsel at Vice Media. She explains what copyright is and where it stands in the music industry today.
In conversation with Sandhya, we learn about performers’ rights, when you can or can’t use copyrighted works, and how streaming and online distribution works.
It’s so strange how most of us know what copyrights are and yet we wonder how an artist benefits from it. Let us know wha...
2021-05-2543 min
THE ONE TAKE SHOW: Law, Logic and Life with KaustubhMusic, Media, and Entertainment Law with Ms. Sandhya Surendran | THE ONE TAKE SHOWOne Take Show is honored to host Ms. Sandhya Surendran. A 2007 graduate from India’s premier law school, NALSAR, Hyderabad, Ma'am's experience as a business lawyer has focused on the technology, media, and entertainment industries. She began her career with the erstwhile Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh. A. Shroff, a law firm in Mumbai, and moved to Infosys, Bangalore as in-house counsel in 2009. Following a three-year stint at Infosys, Ma'am joined the ad-tech start-up unicorn, InMobi, in 2012 and worked with them for nearly five years before she decided to quit in 2016 and start her independent legal & business consultancy firm, Lexic, and built a...
2021-05-2552 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 9: In Conversation with Jataneel BanerjeeSend us a textIn 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...
2021-03-011h 23Lex Talk MusicEpisode 8: In Conversation with PaddySend us a textIn 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, P...
2021-02-0556 min
Understanding The Indian Music IndustryEP- 02 Music Copyright Law and Licensing in India - Sandhya Surendran and Aashish RegoHi my name is Jesse J and I have been a part of the Media and Entertainment Industry since 2000 , I always wanted to help artist generate revenue and music enthusiast become successful in the music industry . I have helped 1000’s of artist to release their content on all streaming platforms helped them monetize their music and successfully trained individuals and associates win more business both in sales and marketing in music Industry Welcome to my show What About This with Jessse J ? What about this with Jesse J season 1 is all about Understanding Indian Music Industry from the eyes of the...
2020-11-051h 12Lex Talk MusicEpisode 7: In Conversation with Amit GurbaxaniSend us a textIn 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.The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev...
2020-09-151h 29Lex Talk MusicEpisode 6: In Conversation with Sanjeev TSend us a textIn 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.The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.This podcast is purely for...
2020-09-011h 02Lex Talk MusicEpisode 5: In Conversation with Ritnika NayanSend us a textIn 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.The Lex...
2020-06-1952 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 4: In Conversation with Manojna YeluriSend us a textIn 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.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...
2020-05-311h 02Lex Talk MusicEpisode 3: In Conversation with Priyanka KhimaniSend us a textIn conversation with Priyanka Khimani, one of India's leading media & entertainment lawyers and founder partner at Khimani & Associates, 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.The Lex Talk Music theme is written and composed by Sanjeev T.This podcast is purely for informational purposes and should no...
2020-05-1555 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 2: Samples, Remixes & CoversSend us a textA 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.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, 2025. All rights reserved.
2019-08-1520 minLex Talk MusicEpisode 1: Covering the Basics | Copyrights in MusicSend us a textA 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.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, 2025. All rights reserved.
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