The Ledger
The business of Nigerian music. Deals, advances, catalogue, label moves, streaming economics and publishing — reported for the people the industry is built on.
Inside the Afrobeats Economy: How Much Do Nigerian Artists Really Earn From Streaming?
Afrobeats is everywhere right now. Stadium tours are selling out, playlists are full of Nigerian records, and the diaspora has...
Fair Play or Foul Play? UMG’s Exit from TikTok Sparks Debate
Imagine your carefully curated dance routine suddenly going silent. That’s the potential future for millions of TikTok users thanks to...
A Decade of Domination: Mavin Records Announces Partnership with UMG, Poised for Global Expansion
Remember that iconic scene in “The Lion King” where Simba returns and the whole savannah erupts in celebration? Yeah, that’s...
How Grammy Nominations Define Peak Achievement in the Nigerian Music Industry
Now that the dust has settled on the Grammy nominations and losses, does this writer now have your attention? It...
Okadabooks’ End: A Setback or a Catalyst for Change in African Digital Publishing?
In 2013, in the heart of Nigeria’s bustling literary scene, a digital revolution was brewing. Author Okechukwu Ofili, armed with...
Virgin Music Group Establishes Nigerian Office Headed by Respected Music Executive Olukorede “Kay” Ikazoboh
Virgin Music Group, one of the world’s leading independent artist and label services companies, has expanded its operations, opening an...
