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ARTICLE · 29 FEBRUARY 2024

Music Industry And Copyright Compliance: Shake It Off?

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The Indian music industry has always had a certain vibrant diversity, spanning classical and contemporary genres with ease. However, copyright issues mar this diverse harmony.

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Vijay Chawla
Vijay Chawla
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Introduction:

The Indian music industry has always had a certain vibrant diversity, spanning classical and contemporary genres with ease. However, copyright issues mar this diverse harmony.

Background:

As per a report published by Ernst & Young in December, 2023, the Indian music industry generated approximately INR 12,000 Crores of revenue in 2022. This figure is roughly 6% of the overall revenue generated by the media and entertainment industry. India is the world's most populous country, as well as a consumer of music per capita which is higher than the world average. Moreover, seven of the top 10 songs on the YouTube top ten global charts for 2022 were Indian music, clearly evidencing the wide reach and liking for Indian music.

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