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Preparing for a Performance as an Artist: Essential Steps for Success
Preparing for a performance as an artist is a vital aspect of ensuring a successful and memorable experience for both the artist and the audience.
Teni releases new single: “No Days Off”
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Teni has released her highly anticipated new single “No Days Off.” The track, which was released on May 15, 2023, is already generating buzz among fans and music critics alike. The track features a high-energy beat and Teni’s signature powerful vocals, making it a surefire hit on dance floors and in clubs…
From Studio to Streaming: Choosing a distributor for your music
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…
From Studio to Streaming: How to Get Your Music on Digital Stores using Distributors
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,…
Ed Sheeran wins lawsuit case for hit song “Thinking Out Loud”
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…
Big Trail: The Nigerian Artiste Spreading Joy Through Music
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.
Universal Music Group asks DSPs to deny access to A.I Companies
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…
New Video: “Stamina” by Tiwa Savage
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…
Certified Diamond: Lady Gaga’s ‘Just Dance’ Sets New Standard for Pop Music Success
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…