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Copyright in Nigeria: Safeguarding Musical Creations and Sound Recordings
Copyright is a crucial aspect of intellectual property law that grants creators exclusive rights over their literary, musical, or artistic works. In Nigeria, this legal term provides musicians with the necessary protection for their compositions and sound recordings. These rights are essential for safeguarding their creativity, controlling the use of their works, and earning a…
Decoding 360 Record Contract Deals: Pros, Cons, and Negotiation Tips
A 360 record deal is a comprehensive agreement between a record label and an artist, where the label not only receives a share of the artist’s music sales but also a percentage of their revenue from various other ventures outside the label’s direct involvement. This includes merchandise sales, concerts, licensing royalties, endorsement deals, and even…
Adekunle Gold Releases Captivating New Single ‘Ogaranya’ Ahead of Landmark Album
Adekunle Gold, the award-winning Afrobeats superstar, is back with a new hit single titled “Ogaranya.” This captivating song showcases his ability to blend street-relatable elements with elevated artistry. “Ogaranya” is an Igbo word that represents someone with vast resources who uses them to assist others, embodying Adekunle Gold’s Rockstar era. Known for his string of…
Jon Batiste Teases Highly-Anticipated Collaboration with Fireboy DML and Jon Bellion in New Song ‘Drink Water
Grammy-winning American singer Jon Batiste has delighted his fans by offering them a preview of his highly-anticipated collaboration with Nigerian artiste Fireboy DML and Jon Bellion. Through an Instagram post, Batiste shared a teaser of their song titled ‘Drink Water,’ announcing that it will be released on Wednesday, July 12. The video snippet showcases two…
Artist Branding: Crafting Your Identity for Success
In the highly competitive world of music, building a strong artist brand is crucial for independent artists looking to make their mark. Branding helps create a clear mental image in fans’ minds, distinguishing you from other artists and making you memorable. While big names like Madonna and Jay-Z have carefully crafted their brand personas with…
Laycon Releases Highly Anticipated Album ‘BIOBA’
Laycon, the winner of Big Brother Naija ‘lockdown’ season, has finally released his highly anticipated album titled BIOBA. After capturing hearts with his soulful music during the reality show, Laycon used his newfound platform to establish himself in the music industry. His debut album “Shall We Begin” marked the beginning of his success. Now, after…
TikTok Music: Bytedance Enters the Music Streaming Arena
ByteDance, the parent company of the popular video-sharing app TikTok, has made an exciting entry into the music streaming industry with its new service, TikTok Music. This innovative streaming platform combines the immense popularity of TikTok with the revenue potential of paid music subscriptions, creating a unique offering in the market. TikTok Music, initially launched…
Davido’s Timeless US Tour Gears Up for Exciting Shows in Houston and Chicago
Davido continues with his Timeless Tour, making a recent stop at the Capital One Arena in Washington DC, filling and selling out the massive 21,000 capacity venue. During the show, he delighted the audience with an assortment of classics and tracks fom the recently released Timeless album. Davido’s ‘Timeless’ album has achieved remarkable feats in…
Unleashing Musical Creativity: Harnessing the Power of ChatGPT as a Musician
Surely you must have heard of ChatGPT, an innovative AI language model. But do you know that it can become your virtual companion in the realm of music.
Rihanna Makes History as First Female Artist with Ten Songs Surpassing 1 Billion Streams on Spotify
In a groundbreaking accomplishment, Rihanna has become the first female artist to amass ten songs with over 1 billion streams on Spotify. This remarkable feat has solidified her status as a dominant force in the industry. The news was confirmed in a recent report, causing a wave of excitement among her fans. Ever the social…