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Naxos, a prominent classical music group, has filed a lawsuit against China-based Kuke Music for allegedly failing to pay $1.86 million, as stipulated under a 2018 distribution agreement. The legal action was submitted by Naxos Digital Service US to a Tennessee federal court, intensifying a business dispute between the two companies. Naxos, known as “the […]

Big Masterz Africa: Elevating Artist Experience – We Now Generate Lyrics For You! we are always striving to make the creative process smoother and more rewarding for our artists. We’re excited to introduce a new service that will further enhance your music career – automatic lyric generation for all your social media profiles! 🎶 Whether […]

Gloria Trevi, Chencho Corleone & Proyecto Uno will also perform on the show, which will broadcast at 9 p.m. ET Sunday, Oct. 20, on Telemundo Gloria Trevi, Prince Royce, Gabito Ballesteros, Chencho Corleone and Proyecto Uno are set to perform at the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards. The artists join a previously announced lineup that includes Fuerza Regida, Grupo […]

In a keynote interview, Rodrigo will speak about rocketing from theaters to arenas for her GUTS World Tour; fronting a rock band of female, trans and nonbinary musicians; selecting and promoting opening acts like Gracie Abrams and Chappell Roan; and using her first global tour to build an equitable and just future for all women and girls through […]

Back in July, R. Kelly petitioned the Supreme Court to toss a portion of his sex crime convictions. Now, a little over two months later, the nation’s highest court has rejected the appeal. The Supreme Court just recently denied the disgraced singer’s certiorari petition alongside a number of others. As we noted over the summer, R. Kelly is […]

Understanding Sampled Beats: Our Policy on Distribution In the world of music production, sampling has become a popular technique, allowing artists to incorporate elements from existing tracks into their own compositions. While sampling can be a powerful tool for creativity, it’s crucial to understand the legal implications surrounding this practice. At Big Masterz Distribution, we […]

As part of Big Masterz Africa’s commitment to maintaining industry standards and ensuring fair play for all artists, we would like to remind you about our strict policy against artificial streams (also known as bot streams). What are Artificial Streams? Artificial streams are generated through methods that do not represent genuine human engagement with your […]

In today’s fast-paced digital age, platforms like TikTok have become essential for both emerging and established artists to share their creativity with the world and engage directly with their audience. With its massive growth, TikTok has become a cornerstone for discovering new talent, building fanbases, and even landing deals through viral success. However, with this growth […]

At Big Masterz Africa, we are committed to providing artists with the best distribution services while ensuring full transparency and legal compliance. As part of our onboarding process, we require certain documentation from each artist who uploads their music to our platform. Here are the key reasons why: 1. Ownership Verification To protect both the […]

In a year marked by dynamic shifts in the music industry, Shaboozey’s country-tinged anthem “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” has dominated the Billboard Hot 100 chart, securing its place as one of the most significant songs of 2024. For the 12th consecutive week, the track holds the No. 1 position, not only extending its reign but […]

Coastal record labels are increasingly signing country stars, reshaping the music industry landscape traditionally dominated by Nashville. Artists like Zach Bryan, Koe Wetzel, BRELAND, and Dasha are skipping the conventional Nashville path, opting for deals with major coastal labels. When Warner Records signed Zach Bryan in 2021, it seemed like a regular move. However, the […]

Max Lousada, CEO of Recorded Music at Warner Music Group (WMG) since 2017, penned a farewell note to staff as he prepares to leave his position on September 30, 2024, while staying in an advisory role through January. Lousada reflected on his 21-year tenure at Warner, expressing gratitude for the privilege of supporting artists and […]