When a person dies, he either dies testate (with a Will) or intestate (without a Will). A Will can be kept with the Solicitor, bank, or at the probate registry in the state of residence of the deceased. What is a Will? A Will is a legal document that directs the distribution of the assets […]
"Afrobeats has seemingly now hit critical mass in the US urban entertainment community — as opposed to a couple of years ago when most mistook “buzz” for market penetration, which i briefly discussed here. This community has been the primary driver of mainstream music entertainment in that market for almost two decades. So, the penetration of Nigerian music/artists into this segment is a strong indication the US market is now ready/willing to accept Afrobeats as the new hit sound — like ragga and reggaeton have enjoyed in the past."
A record Label is like any brand or company; it requires a method(s) of operation. The difference in running a record label is that the “product and services” it deals with are Peculiar. These “products and services” requires technical protective mechanisms, accountability procedure, good human relationship and public relations expertise, involvement in creative research and […]
A music publishing company (music publisher) is responsible for ensuring songwriters and composers receive payment when their musical compositions are used commercially. Through an agreement called a publishing contract, a songwriter or composer “assigns” or transfers the copyright of their composition to a publishing company. Music publishing companies will manage composers’ songs and make sure […]
In the List of top 10 managers in music industry who messed over their clients, managers who were greedy and the ones who thought drugs was a good escape for their artistes topped the charts. Yeah! bad managers have their charts too. We are just yet to make a list of them as far as Nigeria […]
After a tedious (or not) search, an artiste finally gets a manager who is expected to be trustworthy, efficient and diligent about the entertainment business of the artiste. However, there are grey areas the artiste needs to “sort out” in the contract before its execution. Activities Covered. The artiste needs to decide on […]
In 20I5, the leading mobile brand in Africa; TECNO Mobile launched its digital music service which was known as “Boom Player”. Fast forward to 2017, Boomplay is now currently the #1 fastest growing music community, lifestyle and entertainment application with a focus on music, both audio and audio-visuals. The outstanding music app seems to to […]
The word ‘Advance’ might not mean much to the ordinary man but to an artiste, it means the beginning of a great career. Little wonder it is one of the things that tempt artistes into signing a record deal. This is especially true of upcoming artistes that have been striving on the streets of Lagos, […]
(Image Credit) -www.africanmusiclaw.com An artiste manager is one who oversees the day to day business affairs of an artist, advice and counsels the artiste on professional matters, long term plans, and personal decision that may affect the career of such artiste. An active artiste Manager’s should focus on developing a reputation for the artiste; help […]
{Image Credit : Worldatlas.com} The music industry is a billion naira industry, with investment and sponsorship from the high and mighty. Lots of money move in circulation so it is only normal that an investor would want Return on his Investment. In music business, there are certain terminologies that need to be well understood before […]