How to Earn Music Royalties as a Nigerian Producer
Listen closely to Nigerian music and you will notice something: Nigerian producers leave their mark right at the start. “Ozedikus Nwanem.” “London.” “Tune into the King of Sounds and Blues.” That voice tag announces who made the sound. Producers are essential to the music business. They build the beat, arrange the instruments, guide the recording, […]
Publishing vs Master Royalties Explained: What Every African Artist, Session Musician, Producer & Songwriter Must Know
If you’re a Nigerian or African artist, producer, or songwriter (composer) trying to make sense of music royalties, you’re not alone. The music business can feel like a maze of confusing terms, percentages, and payment streams. And when we say “composer,” we’re talking about everyone who helps shape a song: the person who wrote the […]
Music Metadata Explained: The Key to Getting Paid in Nigeria’s Music Industry
Imagine pouring your heart into a track that takes off on streaming platforms worldwide. The views climb, playlists feature your sound, and fans from Lagos to Accra, to New York, to London, vibe to your rhythm. But when your royalty statement arrives, the payout is only a fraction of what you expected, or worse, nothing […]