Business-facing insight and explainers: monetization, publishing, sync & licensing, distribution, and manager/label-first analysis. Practical intelligence for anyone building sustainable careers or businesses around African music.
Radio, streaming and social each play a different role in breaking Nigerian hits. Read a quick, practical guide with two desk-verified case studies and a manager’s playbook for where to spend promo cash.
Here’s the gist: Spotify announced an “artist-first” AI program with majors and indie reps on Oct 16, 2025. It promises choice and compensation — but creators need clear consent, revenue rules and auditability for it to be real.
Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama has sparked headlines after claiming his AI “minister,” Diella, is “pregnant” with 83 AI assistants — one for each Socialist MP. Beyond the theatrics, this move offers a rare look at how governments may soon blend politics, power, and artificial intelligence.
Sean “Diddy” Combs was handed a 50-month prison term on October 3, 2025, after convictions on transportation-related counts. We explain the facts and the likely industry fallout for labels, promoters and brands.
