With over 40 years in the music industry - including securing all song rights for Ritchie Valens’ biopic “La Bamba” and representing the iconic hit “Kung Fu Fighting” - I’m joined by Sindee Levin, an entertainment lawyer and music publishing administrator with decades of experience in rights management across both music and film. She’s worked extensively in the U.S. and international markets, helping artists and companies navigate the complex world of publishing, licensing, and royalties.

We talk about how Sindee got her start in the industry, what music publishing is, and when it actually matters. She breaks down the difference between PROs and administrators, how to collect royalties, deal types, and what artists should do to prepare legally before signing anything.

It’s an honest, educational, and ...