David Israelite

Sabrina Carpenter, a rising pop star known for her hit song "Espresso," and David Israelite, the President of the National Music Publishers Association, dive into Spotify's recommendation algorithms and their impact on artists. They discuss the unexpected popularity of "Espresso" amid controversies over playlist placements and undisclosed advertising. The pair also tackle the struggles songwriters face with Spotify's changing business model, including fair compensation and the ethical implications of the platform's practices.

David Israelite, NMPA leader fighting for fair royalties and songwriter rights. Ryan Tedder, hitmaking songwriter/producer and Runner Music founder. They discuss why songwriting pay has eroded, how streaming and social media reshaped writing and pitching, the rise of large writing rooms and courtesy credits, K-pop’s songwriting boom, and emerging AI tools and back-office opportunities.

David Israelite, President and CEO of the National Music Publishers' Association, discusses Spotify's controversial decision to lower mechanical royalty rates for songwriters by reclassifying premium subscription tiers. The NMPA is considering legal action to challenge this move. The podcast delves into the impact on songwriters, concerns about transparency, and the ongoing conflicts between Spotify and music creators.