David Israelite serves as the president and CEO of the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA), advocating for songwriter rights, music publishers, and industry standards. With expertise in copyright, royalties, and government regulations, David is a leading voice for the evolution of music publishing. In this episode, David dives into the challenges songwriters face, the role of the Copyright Royalty Board, and the impact of AI in music creation, offering practical advice to empower independent artists in protecting their creative interests.

Takeaways: 

• The complexities of government-regulated songwriter royalties and the current 15.2% revenue share from streaming services

• How the Mechanical Licensing Collective helps songwriters ensure proper compensation

• Practical strategies for managing ownership rights and splits in collaborations