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Publiseer, Caketunes Partner to Distribute More African Music

Published

7 years ago

03/04/2018

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

A partnership has been entered into between Publiseer and Caketunes to distribute more African music contents to platforms across the globe.

Publiseer is a digital content distribution company, while Caketunes is a firm focused mainly on the distribution of music production beats.

As part of the agreement, Publiseer will distribute beats and songs uploaded on the Caketunes platform to hundreds of well-established music platforms like iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music, Pandora, Deezer and Amazon Music.

Also, artistes using Publiseer will have the opportunity to purchase beats on Caketunes for a 25 percent discount.

Commenting on the development, co-founder of Caketunes, Mr Ability Elijah, stated that, “We completely believe in taking chances.”

“Seeing Publiseer launched last year was the best story ever. We had always known that we’d definitely do business together some day and here after a short while, we are coming together to simplify the process of uploading music across all music streaming platforms and stores,”

Continuing, Mr Elijah said, “Unlike other platforms, Publiseer does not charge musicians to distribute their songs.

“They probably must have studied the market and finally decided to take the free route, which was actually what caught our interest. These guys understand their market.”

On his part, co-founder of Publiseer, Mr Chidi Nwaogu, said, “Caketunes is a welcome development to African producers and musicians seeking ways to sell their creatives.

“Our partnership will see hundreds of African musical contents distributed worldwide, if not thousands.”

He said further that, “This partnership comes at a moment when Publiseer is planning on taking a deeper step into music distribution.

“We are known as a digital music distributor, but we are working towards the distribution of physical CDs worldwide. This service will be rolled out very soonest.”

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Spotify’s AI Playlist Now Available in Nigeria

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1 hour ago

25/04/2025

Modupe Gbadeyanka

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

Global streaming platform, Spotify, has announced the availability of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) playlist in Nigeria.

In a statement on Friday, it said the AI Playlist in beta is for its premium users in more than 40 markets, including Nigeria.

This feature can be found via the search tab of Spotify by simply typing AI Playlist and selecting one of the suggestions.

With AI Playlist, Spotify will curate a personalized playlist made just for users based on the tracks, artists, genres and more. This is easy to revise and refine as users only have to ask for what they want – like “more upbeat,” “more new releases,” or “happier songs.”

The most successful playlists are generated through “genre”, “mood” or “artist” prompts. But animals, activities, movie characters, colours – and even emojis – are all fair game too.

Some fun prompts the platform suggests users to try out include Afrobeat tracks for the dance floor, Trending K-Pop hits I need to know, Reggaeton for hanging out at the beach, Songs to hype me up for a football match, and Latin songs from my top genre, among others.

Since launching last year, premium users have created millions of playlists with the goal of finding music that fits any mood or moment in an instant.

Now, Spotify is making it even easier for users around the globe to create the perfect playlist and find their next favorite artist.

The company has promised that this feature would expand to markets across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.

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Lights, Camera, Talent! Nigerian Idol Season 10 Starts with a Bang

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23 hours ago

24/04/2025

Business Post Contributor

The wait is over – Nigerian Idol Season 10 is finally here, and the premiere delivered all the excitement and talent fans of the show hoped for.

Back on the judges’ panel are Omawumi and Ric Hassani. Last season, we saw them strike a balance between fun and honest feedback, and this year, they’re stepping it up.

Ric shared that he’s watching out for contestants with soul, skill, and voices that are just genuinely enjoyable to hear. Omawumi is looking for something more instinctive, a spark of originality, showmanship, and a voice that immediately makes people sit up.

Then there is Iyanya, the newest judge at the table. As a product of a reality music show himself, he knows the pressure these contestants are under. For him, it’s all about raw talent, star quality, and people who are ready to command the stage.

From the first auditions, you could tell the competition this season is going to be tough. There were strong voices, bold performances, and yes, a few funny and unexpected moments that reminded everyone why the audition stage is a fan favourite.

One standout moment was the return of Mikky, the very first contestant to ever receive a Platinum Ticket in the history of Nigerian Idol. He came back this season stronger and more confident and delivered a performance that had the judges impressed again. It earned him another Platinum Ticket, proving that when talent meets growth, it’s a winning combo.

So far, the scorecard reads: 17 yeses, 9 no’s, and 1 Platinum Ticket gone, with two still up for grabs.

Season 10 is shaping up to be one worth watching. If this first episode is anything to go by, we’re in for a season full of standout moments and new stars in the making.

Catch all-new episodes every Sunday at 7 p.m. on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv ch. 151, GOtv ch. 12) and Africa Magic Family (DStv ch. 154, GOtv ch. 2). For non-stop Idol content from auditions to backstage moments, tune in to the 24/7 Idol Extra channel on DStv channel. 198 and GOtv channel. 49.

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You Are Too Poor for Pay-Per-View

Published

1 day ago

24/04/2025

Business Post Contributor

It is 8:30 pm on a Saturday. You have fought your way through Lagos traffic, spent too much on suya that burns more than it pleases, and finally settled in to watch the Champions League final. But nothing comes easy. Your options are limited, and none of them make sense.

First, there is PHCN. Whether you are Band A or B, you are gambling that the light stays long enough to catch the final whistle. It rarely does. Next, your rusty generator. With fuel costing between N900 and N1,000 per litre, keeping the lights on through the match will cost at least N10,000.

Then there is online streaming. Between expensive data and Nigeria’s unpredictable internet, you might spend N5,000 or more only for the stream to freeze just as Lamine Yamal winds up for a shot. Now add the cost of the actual pay-per-view fee. All these troubles and expense for three hours of content that might be disrupted anyway.

Here is the part many people still do not understand. Pay-per-view is not just another subscription model. It is a separate service where viewers pay an additional one-time fee to watch exclusive live events. These are not your average football matches or soap operas. PPV is for blockbuster fights, high-stakes UFC showdowns, or exclusive concerts. You pay once, you watch once, and that is it. It is not Netflix, it is not YouTube, and it certainly is not DStv Catch-Up.

In fact, Pay-TV like DSTV does not even offer PPV. Let that sink in. If you are watching a Champions League final or a UFC main event, you are not paying extra. You are watching it as part of your existing subscription. No hidden or additional charges. No tricks. Just the monthly bouquet, a stable signal, and whatever power source you can afford that evening.

So, when people scream, “Why can’t we have PPV like abroad?”, they miss the plot. Abroad, PPV can cost $80. Here, that’s half your salary. Meanwhile, DStv bundles the same content into your monthly plan. That’s a steal, not a scam.

Let’s do the math. A N100,000 PPV ticket, which is less than the average of $80 (N130,000), is more than two to three months of DStv subscription or a whole year of GOtv. For a country where the minimum wage is N77,000 and salaries barely cross N200,000, that’s not premium access. That’s financial suicide.

Please forget comparisons to the US or UK. Over there, $80 is lunch money. Over here, it’s food, transport, and school fees. Systems differ. Wallets do too.

The truth? Hardly anyone in Nigeria is paying for PPV, because they don’t have to. TV is already made accessible with our Pay-TV. So, before you attack broadcasters, remember where the real problem lies. The Naira is in free-fall, inflation is wild, and income is stuck. Access isn’t the issue. Affordability is.

So, the next time you are tempted to go online and shout about how Nigeria deserves real PPV, take a step back. Ask yourself if you can genuinely afford it without going hungry for two weeks. If the answer is no, then it is time to renew your regular subscription, plug in your rechargeable fan, and pray for NEPA. Because in Nigeria, PPV is not a right. It is a reckless indulgence.