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Music Deals — Week 47 2021

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The estate of the late Johnny Clegg (pictured, above) has signed an agreement with Sheer Publishing, the largest independent music publisher in Africa, to administer the catalogue of the South African singer and songwriter. The Downtown Music Services (DMS)-owned company will be administering a catalogue that covers Clegg’s works with Juluka, Savuka and as a solo act. The Clegg family will continue to own the rights to Clegg’s catalogue. “We are proud to be a part of the Downtown family and exci...

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Emmanuel is a Washington, DC-based freelance journalist, blogger and media consultant, specialising in the entertainment business and cultural trends. He was the US editor for British music industry trade publication Music Week. Previously, he was the editor of Impact, a magazine for the music publishing community (2007-2009), the global editor of US trade publication Billboard (2003-2006), and the editor in chief of Billboard’s sister publication Music & Media (1997-2003).

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British music industry contributed a record £8 billion to the UK economy in 2024

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November 16, 2025

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The British music sector's contribution to the UK economy in 2024 has hit a record £8 billion (€9.06bn), up 5% from £7.6bn in 2023, according to data published by cross industry organisation UK Music in its annual economic report 'This Is Music 2025',

Evolution of GVA, exports and employment between 2002 and 2024

Exports revenue in 2024 reaches new high of £4.8bn, up 5% from £4.6 billion in 2023, boosted by international successes by British artists such as Charli xcx and Lola Young. Total UK ...

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Kobalt signs partnership with Nigerian company Inner Circle Publishing

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November 14, 2025

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Independent music publisher Kobalt has signed a new deal with Nigerian publishing company Inner Circle Publishing (INCP). Details of the agreement were not disclosed.
Kobalt said the agreement marks "a significant move in expanding Kobalt’s footprint within the African music market." Inner Circle Publishing was co-founded by Caleb Oyolola and Promise Dennis earlier this year.
The company has already signed producers Choke Boi, who produced Fido's 'Joy is Coming', which has accumulated 50 mill...

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Leho Nigul promoted to Chief Technology Officer at Warner Music Group

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November 14, 2025

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Warner Music Group has promoted Leho Nigul to Chief Technology Officer, effective December 1. He previously served as Senior Vice President, Engineering.
In his new role, he will lead WMG’s technology strategy, team, and product roadmap, reporting to CEO Robert Kyncl. The promotion coincides with the departure of Ariel Bardin after a three-year tenure as WMG's President of Technology. Bardin will remain with the company through the end of 2025 "to ensure the continuity of key initiatives and a s...

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