Compilation Albums and Creative OwnershipBy Samuel Banjoko Last Updated 6/8/2023 GeneralWith labels, distribution companies, and producers, appearing on records without performing, it begs the question, who is an artist and who can appear as one? And what does this mean for crediting and payment of royalties?
Celebrating One Year of African Music LibraryBy Last Updated 10/13/2023 Company NewsToday, we are incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved. The African Music Library is now the only public library in the world offering such in-depth and extensive information on African music.
Adieu, MohBad!By Last Updated 9/26/2023 PeopleShowing dexterity in his music, the Street hop crooner, MohBad who started as a rapper later took on singing and thus, went on to release other songs such as Ponmo, Gumbody, Peace, Sorry, Feel Good, and others.
Gumboot: The Dance of South African MinersBy Last Updated 6/12/2023 GenresThe Gumboot dance, one of the most expressive dance genres, characterized by its fast-paced, high-energy routines, interesting choreographed movements, and distinct elements such as ...
The Oud Journey Across BordersBy Last Updated 9/27/2023 InstrumentThere are three broad categories of the Oud music instrument - Persian Oud (also known as Barbat), Arabic Oud, and Turkish or Greek Oud (called Outi in Greece). In addition to the location difference, these three categories are unique based on size, neck, and sound.