This is a 2-part article. Click here to read Part 1 Independent artists have more options than ever before to distribute their music to streaming platforms and digital retailers. These “options” are sometimes known as digital aggregators or distributors, and they serve as intermediaries between musicians and online music retailers. They primarily serve the purpose…
As a musician, one of the most important steps in promoting your music is getting it on the digital stores like iTunes, Spotify, and Amazon Music. These stores have millions of active users who stream or purchase music daily, and they can be an excellent source of exposure for your work. However, as a musician,…
British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has won a copyright infringement case against him over allegations that his hit song “Thinking Out Loud” copied elements of Marvin Gaye’s classic “Let’s Get It On.” The verdict was announced by a jury in New York on May 6, 2023, after a two-week trial. The lawsuit was brought by Kathryn…
Meet Patrick Irabor-Esezobor, a Nigerian musician based in Lagos, with a stage name Big Trail. In this article, we will get to know more about his musical journey, inspirations, and advice to upcoming musicians.
Embed from Getty Images According to the Financial Times, Universal Music Group (UMG) has requested that DSPs block AI from having access to copyrighted content. This is because of concerns about AI firms importing copyrighted music from platforms into their systems, allowing the bots to process the lyrics and music, and then effectively producing melodies…
Afrobeats songstress and one of Nigeria’s most prominent female singers, Tiwa Savage, has released the music video for her hit single “Stamina”. The song which was the first single for the singer in 2023, features Young John and Mavin’s Group Ayraa Starr. With the song peaking at No. 3 on the Turntable Top 100, the…
Lady Gaga’s hit song ‘Just Dance’ has been certified diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The diamond certification signifies that the song has sold over 10 million copies in the United States, a remarkable achievement for any artist. Released in 2008, ‘Just Dance’ was Lady Gaga’s debut single, and it quickly became…
New records have been set for African musicians globally after the publication of David Adeleke’s fourth studio album, “Timeless,” on March 31, 2023. David Adeleke is a gifted vocalist and performer. After selling over 15,000 units in the US alone, Davido’s record-breaking album “Timeless” has officially debuted on the Billboard 200 albums chart and peaked…