The “Afrobeats” industry has had a phenomenal year with African artists collaborating with each other and western artists to deliver back to back hits; all leading to global dominance. On the 169th episode of The Africa Music Law Show, Ms. Uduak (host, producer and a fashion and entertainment lawyer), breaks down the genre’s exciting trajectory and some of the top collaborations including the latest Fireboy DML and Ed Sheeran collaboration; and what it all means for industry stakeholders....

On the 168th episode of The Africa Music Law, Ms. Uduak (host, producer and a fashion and entertainment lawyer), takes on some of the latest music business and entertainment law news in the Nollywood and the “Afrobeats” music industry. TOPICS Davido x Puma Brand Ambassador deal. Boomplay x Merlin licensing deal. MoAbudu x 50 Cent x Starz deal. Shizzi v. Teni alleged copyright infringement. Wizkid’s Grammy “Grammy Snub” & more. WHERE TO FIND HOST MS. UDUAK www.msuduak.com ABOUT...

On the 167th episode of The Africa Music Law, Ms. Uduak (host, producer and a fashion and entertainment lawyer), takes on latest and highly talked about courtroom battles in the entertainment industry: Kanye West’s Yeezy v. Walmart Inc. and Miramax v. Tarantino NFT lawsuits. Other topics covered include South African musician Charmza The DJ’s threat of a lawsuit against Master KG for the alleged copyright infringement of the song ‘Jerusalema’. Listen and share. WHERE TO FIND HOST MS....

On the 166th episode of The Africa Music Law, Ms. Uduak (host, producer and a fashion and entertainment lawyer), takes on the Astroworld festival tragedy and the lawsuits filed against defendants Apple, Travis Scott, Drake Live Nation, among others. The tragedy involved the death of at least nine attendees, over 300 persons injured, and at least 23 hospitalizations during a crowd surge that occurred at the festival. WHERE TO FIND HOST MS....

Lori-Ann Speed, a neoclassical composer, pianist and recording artist, joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 165th episode to discuss how she built her career. ABOUT LORI-ANN SPEED Lori-Ann Speed is a Vancouver based Neoclassical pianist-composer. Her live performances consist of original piano compositions interspersed with poetic storytelling and spiritual reflection. Aside from concerts and beyond providing an impactful musical experience, Lori-Ann also uses her...

Debbie Alamrew, a poet, author and communications expert, joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 164th  episode to discuss her career and share insights on Africa’s burgeoning entertainment industry. ABOUT DEBBIE ALAMREW Debbie Alamrew is a poet, writer and spoken word performer of Ethiopian descent. She has been writing poetry since the tender age of nine and it was through her words that she discovered the power of her voice. She is also a Communications expert and...

Tiwa Savage claims she is being blackmailed over a sex tape, Chris Brown and Drake are sued for copyright Infringement over ‘No Guidance’, this and more discussions on the 163rd episode of the Africa Music Law Show. On the 163rd episode of The Africa Music Law Show, host and producer Ms. Uduak (also a fashion and entertainment lawyer), provides business and legal commentary on the latest music business and entertainment law news about or related to Africa’s entertainment industry. This...

Awin Tavakoli, a lawyer, speaker and business advisor, joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 162nd episode to discuss her illustrious career, building a powerful social media NFT community, and minting her own NFTs. ABOUT AWIN TAVAKOLI With more than 20 years of international career – in sports, real estate, statistics, banking and law – Awin broke out of her corporate job 3 years ago to become an entrepreneur. Currently, Awin runs her own advisory firm in Zurich, where...

AML superfans and entertainment lawyers, Fawehinmi “Foza” Oyinkansola and Iredumare Opeyemi, join host and producer Ms. Uduak (also a fashion and entertainment lawyer) to kick off the inaugural launch of ‘The Africa Music Law Superfan Lounge’. The trio talk life, law practice, and the global entertainment business with a focus on Africa’s entertainment industry. Watch, laugh, learn, share and subscribe to the podcast and newsletter. WHERE TO FIND...

On the 160th episode of The Africa Music Law Show, host and producer Ms. Uduak, breaks down the latest music business and entertainment law news in Africa’s entertainment industry. Listen, share, drop a five-star rating on Apple Podcast and subscribe to our newsletter. TOPICS  * NBC Universal & Showmax Bringing “Real Housewives”, an international reality TV franchise, to Nigeria. * TuBaba finally getting a better handle on crisis management and putting out the fire on the...

Hollywood producer Gary W. Goldstein, who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry and is recognized for his blockbuster movies such as Pretty Woman and Under Seige, joins Ms. Uduak, host and producer of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 159th episode to talk about the business of filmmaking, life’s philosophy and finding success in Hollywood. ABOUT GARY W. GOLDSTEIN Gary W. Goldstein has produced some of Hollywood’s biggest box-office hits, generating well over a billion...

On the 158th episode of The Africa Music Law Show, Ms. Uduak, host and producer, breaks down the latest music business and entertainment law news in Africa’s entertainment industry. Topics include Wizkid & Tems continued global dominance with their hit single ‘Essence,’ Drake taking billboard ads in Lagos to announce Tems will be on his new album, Annie Idibia v. 2 Baba Idibia, streamer Netflix’s investment in Africa and continued expansion, Kenya’s Mdundo inking a partnership deal with...

Top media executive Fentselite joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 157th episode for a 1:1 interview to discuss his successful career journey, making a decision to leave one of the top radio stations he worked for at the height of his career, his new tech start-up ‘My Sports Book’ which is Africa’s first and only sports engagement platform, his personal brand “Lite Words” and more.  It is an inspiring episode. Listen, share, and don’t forget to rate us on Apple...

Music metadata specialist Keith Kirk joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 156th episode for a 1:1 interview to discuss how bad metadata makes artists lose out on a lot of unpaid royalties.  It is packed full of information for artists. Listen and share. ABOUT KEITH KIRK Keith Kirk is a music industry veteran with over 20 years as a metadata specialist. He has worked with major global music brands across continents including Universal Music Group, and Sony Music...

Actor, filmmaker, and spoken word poet David Bianchi, Join Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 155th episode for a 1:1 interview to discuss his latest project “The Modern Day-Minstrel” and the successful sale of his artworks through NFTs. He also drops gems on NFTs, how they work and how all creators (musicians, filmmakers, etc.) can get involved in the space. Listen and share. ABOUT DAVID BIANCHI David Bianchi is a multi-hyphenate quintessential artist. Globally known as...

Filmmaker David E. Valdez joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 154th episode for a 1:1 interview to discuss his latest project Los Changuitos Feos aka “The Ugly Little Monkeys.” It’s a story about how seven Mexican boys in Tucson, Arizona formed a band that helped take and elevate Mariachi music to a global status. ABOUT DAVID E. VALDEZ With a career spanning over 30 years in the field of television and film production, Mr. Valdez’s experience includes cinematography,...

Ms. Uduak, the host of The Africa Music Law Show, takes on the hot topic of cultural misappropriation where western brand owners profit through the trademark registration and monetization of African names/customs/traditions, etc. The 153rd episode specifically discusses UK retailers trademarking “Yoruba”, the name of an ethnic group in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. The episode also discusses J.Cole’s brief stint in the Basketball Africa League (he ultimately exited), and Show Dem...

Steve Osagie, music manager and digital marketing agency owner, joins Ms. Uduak, host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 152nd episode to discuss social media marketing for artists. Listen and share. ABOUT STEVE OSAGIE Steve Osagie aka Steve Spotlight is a music executive with almost two decades of working with labels and artists. He is known for managing JJC Skillz, one of Africa’s iconic artists turned prolific filmmaker/tv producer. In addition, Osagie is a digital marketer and founder...

Emem Ema, an artist manager extraordinaire who currently manages Mr. P, one of the biggest acts out of Africa,  joins Ms. Uduak, Fashion and Entertainment Lawyer and host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 151st episode to discuss the business of artist management and building a credible management agency. ABOUT EMEM EMA Emem Ema is an artist turned lawyer and now music manager and business owner. She is also the founder and CEO of One Management, a talent and creative management agency...

Artists Jay Trigga, Leo Wonder and media personality Sheifunmi, and entertainment lawyer Iredumare Opeyemi, and Leo Wonder and Jay Trigga join Ms. Uduak, Fashion and Entertainment Lawyer and host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 150th episode to discuss mental health and substance abuse in the Afrobeats music industry. ABOUT JAY TRIGGA Jack Lumbeta Kafukwilwa aka Jay Trigga is a Zambian artist and producer who recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering from...

Professor Kevin J. Greene joins Ms. Uduak, Fashion and Entertainment Lawyer and host of The Africa Music Law Show, on the 149th episode to discuss intellectual property, race, and inequitable (unfair/unjust) music contracts in the music business. ABOUT PROF. KEVIN J. GREENE A graduate of the Yale Law School and a U.S Marine veteran, Professor Kevin J. Greene is the John J. Schumacher Chair Professor at Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles, California, where he teaches Contracts,...

Ms. Uduak, the host of The Africa Music Law Show, is joined by her esteemed guests: Negus Alemu and Leyla Konjo for a discussion on the business of music in Ethiopia. Negus is the Founder and CEO of Royal Festival, Negus Way, and Negus Entertainment and has produced events in the Caribbean and across the African continent with his largest event having over 180,000 people in attendance. He is well versed with music publishing, image rights, merchandising and is a manufacturer and owner of the...

Music Executive and Lawyer Temi Adeniji is a guest on the 147th episode of The Africa Music Law Show with host Ms. Uduak. Temi Adeniji has been appointed to the combined role of Managing Director of Warner Music South Africa and SVP, Strategy, Sub-Saharan Africa. Adeniji will assume this position in September, reporting to Alfonso Perez-Soto, EVP, Eastern Europe, Middle East, India and Africa. In addition, as SVP of Special Projects, she’ll work closely with Simon Robson, President,...

Joy Tongo (U.S Manager and Booking Agent representing Yemi Alade and Rude Boy), and Nigerian hip-hop artists Eva Alordiah and Weird Mc; join Africa Music Law Show host, Ms. Uduak, on the 146th episode to discuss “Women in “Afrobeats” Music.” The panelists address the state of women in the “Afrobeats” music genre, challenges that prevent women from succeeding in the industry, and tools to help women navigate a male-dominated industry without compromising their values in order to...