Consequently, artists whose rights were lost as youth could enjoy the fruits of their own labor later in life.
Canadian copyright laws should be amended, according to Drake.
Canadian artists Drake and Shania Twain sound the alarm as they join the Songwriters Association of Canada in calling for a change in Canada’s copyright law to give greater power to artists and songwriters.
To be able to regain ownership of their copyrights, they propose creators and their families be allowed to do so 25 years after the transfer, rather than after the creator’s death, as stipulated in the country’s copyright law.
Artists and songwriters are pressed into signing away their rights early in their careers. By doing so, they deny themselves, their families, and their children the chance to reap fair rewards later in life for their creative pursuits.
Moreover, the report reports that copyright laws in the U.S. have been revised to allow creators to terminate and re-claim their rights once 35 years has passed since the transfer, while the European Union is currently considering rules to ensure similar fairness.
To ensure fair protection of Canadian creators, Canada should follow the example of Europe and the United States, the letter says. Creators are better able to contribute to the revitalization of cultural and economic development in Canada with rights reversion.
Furthermore, the letter highlights recent amendments to US and several European countries’ copyright laws that have ensured fairness between creators and labels. Canada should “follow European and American models for protecting Canadian artists and creators,” the letter states.
Keeping with the latest reports of Lil Wayne‘s sale of Young Money’s entire catalog to Universal Music Group, the court documents cite the deal as worth more than $100 million. All of Drake’s albums released before 2018 – Thank Me Later, Take Care, Nothing Was The Same, Views, and Scorpio – were released under Wayne’s record label. Recent projects of his have appeared under October’s Very Own.
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
Fans of Memphis rapper Yo Gotti can rejoice – his Collective Music Group label has teamed up with Interscope Records. CMG has plenty more hits to arrive by the end of the year, beginning with some heat from CMG’s CEO, as well as drops from EST Gee, 42 Dugg, and chart-topper Moneybagg Yo.
Yo Gotti and DaBaby are the perfect rap duo
Today Yo Gotti released a new single called “Drop”. DaBaby contributes a verse and beatsmith J provides the beat. It is a perfect film for post-quarantine strip clubs due to its production and subject matter:
He think we family, we not (We friends)
I be burnin’ up the top (Ugh)
I call her sis, she want the dick
We went half on a spot
We fuck on her friends together (Together)
She my homegirl, whatever (Whatever)
She got a nigga, she in love
But I be fuckin’ on her better (Uh)
Yeah, I’m her friend, friend (I am)
I wanna fuck her again, again
Introduce me as her brother friend
That’s big cap, we pretend, ‘tend
This hoes got so much game, you niggas be lame
Get out your feelings, you should be ashamed
Lil’ bitch from the hood
I took her to Wafi and got her a chain
Call her my twin, she with the gang
I am (I am), that nigga (That nigga)
Big old strap but the check bigger
Truck four wheels worth six figures
Beverly Hills residence, eight figures
Knew who I am, that’s two hundred (Two hundred)
Just touched a mill’, I been done it (Been done it)
Yo Gotti’s latest albums are receiving critical acclaim
He released the critically acclaimed I Am, The Art of Hustle, and I Still Am albums before Untrapped, his tenth studio album, and his fourth and final EP with Epic Records. This album has a wide range of features in addition to Ty Dolla $ign, Lil Baby, Lil Uzi Vert, Megan Thee Stallion, Rick Ross and others.
The debut of Yo Gotti’s music on the Billboard 200 chart was ranked in the top ten for the fourth straight week. One of his singles was Recession Proof, another was Stay Ur Distance, and another was Wish List. He also teamed up back-to-back with Jeezy on one track.
On September 17, 1967, in the crime-ridden and drug-infested ghettoes of the Bronx and Harlem, a gift from God was delivered: Malik Yoba. No silver spoon, white picket fence, house on the hills, or any type of relief during his early years of childhood—the streets of NYC in the 60s and 70s were vicious, and only the strong survived. By the age of fifteen, he had cheated death when a bullet was lodged in his neck. The bullet was removed, and Malik Yoba’s journey was just getting started.
Labeled as a “misunderstood child” during his early years, he possessed unusual compassion for inner-city youths and categorized many as the victims of widely held racial and social misperceptions. Malik Yoba engulfed himself in volunteering, mentoring, and inspiring the lives of the future leaders of tomorrow. Most people are totally unaware that Malik Yoba taught inner-city youths in the areas of acting and music.
Before he launched his illustrious career in Hollywood, the seeds of his success were already being planted within the youths of NYC.
In 1991, Malik Yoba auditioned for the blockbuster comedy movie Cool Runnings. Yoba’s role as a feisty and hot-tempered member of the Jamaican bobsled team was significant and necessary for the chemistry of the film. Movie critics were not convinced and panned the movie as merely average. However, audiences disagreed, and Cool Runnings soared in theaters, exceeding 68 million dollars. Malik’s flight of success took off and never came back down.
Soon, he landed the coveted role of J.C. Williams on the runaway FOX TV series “New York Undercover.” Playing alongside Michael de Lorenzo (as Eddie Torres), the show enabled viewers to see Harlem, crime, NYPD, rap music, and the entire City of New York from a whole different perspective. New York Undercover is one of the most successful TV shows in FOX TV history. The most important factor is its impact on pop and hip-hop culture. Celebrities worldwide craved to be a part of the show.
Everyone from Tyra Banks to Taye Diggs appeared on the show, and fame followed everyone. The show was the perfect balance between real-life issues and Hollywood drama. Viewers connected emotionally with each character, and public reaction was overwhelming. The essence of J.C. Williams was the talk of every local barbershop, beauty salon, and family BBQ everywhere. Malik Yoba and Michael de Lorenzo were the best duos in Hollywood since Earvin “Magic” Johnson and James Worthy. FOX and Malik Yoba were the new sensation on television, and the rose was growing through the concrete jungle. New York Undercover lasted four seasons and wrapped in late June 1998.
At around the same time, Yoba returned to activism with full force, helming a series of interactive lectures for troubled urban youth called “Why Are You on This Planet?” The program combined exercises in reading, writing, art, music, and visualization to teach children self-empowerment and the wisdom of solid decision-making. “Why Are You on This Planet?” qualified as an instant, triumphant success and continued seemingly without end; in the meantime, Yoba perpetuated his dramatic efforts as well, with contributions to innumerable motion pictures. In addition, he gave a pair of small, impressive performances in two very different 1997 indie dramas—first as Detective Carson in James Mangold’s all-star New Jersey policier Cop Land (1997), then as a studio engineer in George Tillman Jr.’s ensemble comedy-drama Soul Food, alongside Vivica A. Fox and Vanessa L. Williams.
From 2011 to 2012, Yoba appeared as former FBI Special Agent Bill Harken on “Alphas,” a science fiction drama series about a team of people with special abilities who belong to a secret department attached to the DOD. In 2013, Yoba joined the cast of “Revolution” as Jim Hudson, a former captain of the Monroe Republic. In 2015, Malik Yoba made history alongside FOX once more as he was cast as Vernon Turner, Lucious Lyon’s business partner and chairman of Empire Entertainment in “Empire.”
Yoba’s role is dynamic, challenging, inspiring, dark, and vintage Hollywood showmanship. Being the unsung hero of the Lucious Lyon Empire is a very intricate role and the perfect balance between obedience and power. When you watch Malik Yoba on the screen, you can hear, see, and feel his journey in every scene. Malik brings you directly into the moment, and he always leaves his audience wanting more. When you think of the impact of Malik Yoba not just in Hollywood but on the inner-city youths of NYC, the reflection of his power shines brightest.
This article was penned by Jonathan P. Wright. Jonathan is a freelance writer for multiple mainstream publications and CVO of RADIOPUSHERS. You can read more of his work by clicking here.
A year ago, King Von released his brand new project called Welcome To O’Block, which features 16 tracks and demonstrates assists from Polo G, Lil Durk, Prince Dre, Dreezy, Moneybagg Yo, and Fivio Foreign. This project was particularly successful for the Chicago emcee, as it ended up at the 5th position on the Billboard 200. Unfortunately, Von couldn’t be around for celebrating the latest achievement, as he was killed in Atlanta just one week following the release of Welcome ToO’Block, which ended his career when he was just starting off.
Until now, Welcome To O’Block released videos for “Why He Told,” “All These Niggas,” “How It Go,” “I Am What I Am,” “Gleesh Place,” “The Code,” “Wayne’s Story,” and “Armed & Dangerous.” Now, it is possible for fans to check out the video for “Mine Too,” produced by JishBeatz, Pooh Beatz, Turn Me Up Josh, and Hitmaka. In this video, the rapper can be seen talking about his upbringing, legal issues, and beefs with other artists.
The video was shot by Jerry Production, and showcases King Von with his crew outside a massive residence along with several high end cars. The high energy that he is popular for can be seen throughout the video, while a pretty woman can be seen on a nearby staircase. Needless to say, the video is very bittersweet.
This month, Young Thug and his Young Stoner Life collective decided to release the second installment of their Slime Language series, featuring 23 tracks and many appearances from Travis Scott, Drake, Rowdy Rebel, Lil Uzi Vert, Coi Leray, Big Sean, Skepta, Future, Yung Bleu, Kid Cudi, Meek Mill, and loads more. Now, he is back with a deluxe edition of Slime Language 2 that has emerged with eight more tracks and collabs with none other than Don Toliver, DaBaby, NAV, and Jim Jones, among others. It is safe to state that the project is quite successful already, as it ended up at the top of the Billboard 200 as 113,000 album equivalent units were sold within the first week of its release.
In order to ensure that the momentum goes on, Thugger & Co. also released a brand new video from the project for Thug, Gunna, YTB Trench, and Lil Baby’s “Paid The Fine,” which was produced by Sean Momberger and Wheezy, which elaborates upon the hard work and dedication that went into attaining success.
The video was directed by DrewFilmedIt, and starts off with recent footage of Young Thug and Gunna paying off bonds for 30 low-level offenders at Fulton County Jail. The narrative goes on in the clip as families can b reuniting and celebrating together, which can be attributed to the Atlanta collaborators’ goodwill. The video also shows people like Bankroll Freddie.
Check out YSL and Lil Baby’s “Paid The Fine” video below.
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