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Leaving a Legacy: Who owns your Masters when you’re gone?
In the music industry, we spend a lot of time talking about “making it.” But we rarely talk about what happens when “it” is all that’s left. It’s a bit morbid, sure, but for any artist serious about their career, understanding the posthumous life of a record contract is as vital as the recording process itself.
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Howard Russell Burnette
Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Howard Russell Burnette is a versatile songwriter whose musical roots are deeply intertwined with the island’s rich culture.
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Petrus Chang
Hailing from Kingston, Jamaica, Petrus offers a musical experience that respects the island’s deep traditions while boldly expanding into genres beyond its shores, creating a truly global sound.
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Major Label Mergers & Acquisitions: Reshaping the Global Music Industry
The music industry has long been shaped by the dominance of major record labels—Universal Music Group (UMG), Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group. Over the years, these industry giants have expanded their empires through mergers and acquisitions (M&As), consolidating their control over music catalogs, publishing rights, and distribution networks. While these deals can drive innovation and growth, they also raise concerns about market control, artist autonomy, and the long-term impact on independent labels.
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Nathan Skyers: A Reggae Luminary Remembered
Yuca Music Publishing pays tribute to the life and legacy of Nathan Skyers, a distinguished reggae singer-songwriter whose soulful voice and profound lyrics have left an indelible mark on the world of roots reggae.
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Reggae: tenth most favored genre globally
Reggae music holds the position as the tenth most favored genre globally, according to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry’s (IFPI) “Engaging with Music 2023” report.
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Virgin Music Group Acquires Downtown Music Holdings in $775 Million Deal
Universal Music Group’s Virgin Music Group has successfully completed the acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings for a substantial $775 million. This transformative deal cements Virgin Music’s position as a leader in independent music services, offering unparalleled resources to independent artists and entrepreneurs worldwide.
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Brian ‘Jaccomo’ Jones
If ever there were prerequisites for entering domicile of the rock fraternity, Brian Jones would qualify with flying colors. A quintessential ‘Rockstar’ by DNA. His very name by birth brings home to those old enough to remember Brian Jones founding member of the famed classic rock & roll band the Rolling Stones, who passed in July of 1969 under questionable circumstances at his home home at Cotchford Farm, East Sussex, England. He (the former Brian Jones) is also an infamous member of ‘The 27 Club’ whose members stretch decades and include stars such as Jimi Hendrix, Robert Johnson, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Amy Winehouse and more.
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