Samir Desai
Music Rights Attorney & Writer
Entertainment lawyer and writer covering music supervision, copyright ownership, and master rights strategy.
About Samir
Samir Desai is a practicing entertainment attorney who has represented independent artists, songwriters, and small labels in copyright disputes, master rights negotiations, and publishing administration. With a JD from Georgetown and eight years of legal practice, Samir brings the precision of a lawyer to his writing on music rights and ownership. He has successfully negotiated master reversion clauses, resolved co-writer split disputes, and advised on catalog sale transactions. His articles at Like Hot Cakes translate dense legal concepts into practical guidance that artists and managers can act on immediately.
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Articles by Samir (10)
Catalog Acquisitions: Reshaping Music Valuation in Today's Market
Exploring how catalog acquisitions are changing the music landscape and influencing valuation metrics.
· 8 min readMusic Publishing & SyncUnderstanding the Growing Power of Catalog Acquisition Funds in Music
Exploring the strategic impact of catalog acquisition funds on the music industry's landscape.
· 8 min readMusic Publishing & SyncRising Copyright Battles: A New Challenge for Music Creators and Labels
Exploring the impact of increasing copyright lawsuits on the music industry and artists' rights.
· 8 min readBusiness StrategyShamrock Capital's Push into Music Rights: Impacts and Implications
Shamrock Capital's new $400 million fund for music rights signals major changes in the industry for artists and investors alike.
· 6 min readIndustry AnalysisCopyright Terms: The Real Winners in the Extension Debate
Long copyright terms primarily benefit corporations and estates, while limiting public access and creativity.
· 6 min readMusic Publishing & SyncMastering Sample Clearance: Essential Strategies for Music Producers
Understanding sample clearance is key for music producers to avoid costly legal headaches and maximize creativity.
· 6 min readMusic Publishing & SyncDecoding Music Rights: Understanding Ownership in Modern Songs
A modern song can have multiple rights holders, making ownership complex and critical to navigate in the music business.
· 6 min readMusic Publishing & SyncUnseen Royalties: How Songwriters are Losing Millions Annually
Inefficiencies in music publishing lead songwriters to miss out on billions in royalties each year.
· 6 min readBusiness StrategyMaster Ownership: Artists' Key to Long-Term Financial Success
Master ownership significantly impacts artists' revenue and control, shaping the music industry's future.
· 6 min readMusic Publishing & SyncSecrets to Winning Over Music Supervisors in Sync Licensing
Discover what music supervisors prioritize to ensure your pitches stand out and resonate with their needs in sync placements.
· 6 min read