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List Of Nigerian Record Labels Looking For Upcoming Artists To Sign 2018-2019: How Much They Pay Artistes in Nigeria

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List Of Nigerian Record Labels Looking For Upcoming Artists, Musicians To Sign 2018-2019: How Much They Pay Artistes in Nigeria

The Nigerian music industry has, no doubt, witnessed significant upturn in fortune over the past half a decade or thereabouts. Today, the Nigerian music scene is awashed with numerous record labels seeking to tap from the good fortunes of the industry. Some of these record labels have been successful in their quest, while others have not been so successful. The key to the success of these record labels lies in their ability to attract talents from every nook and cranny of the country and beyond. Hence, most (if not all) of these record labels are always looking for emerging and established music talents. In this article, we are going to be looking at the list of Nigerian record labels who are looking for upcoming artistes to sign and how much they pay the artistes under them.

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List of Nigerian Record Labels Looking for Upcoming Artists to Sign

 YBNL Nation

Founder: Olamide

YBNL Nation tops our chart and rightly so. Founded many years ago in 2012, the record label has grown in  prominence, to the very top of the Nigerian music arena. The founder, Olamide Badoo, is a product of Coded Tunes; a record label which, at that time, was being pioneered by ID Cabasa. In 2012, Olamide took the bold step and set up his own record label. Six years down the line, his label has become the hub of talent discovery in Nigeria. The likes of Lil Kesh, Adekunle Gold, Chinko Ekun, Victor and others will always relish the day they met Olamide.

YBNL Nation is always on the look out for upcoming artistes, especially street-wise indigenous rappers. Hence, if you are one and you believe in yourself, contact YBNL Nation’s management team by sending an MP3 file of your song to info@praisemama.com.

Mavins Records

Founder: Don Jazzy

Don Jazzy is arguably the biggest talent developer in  Nigeria music industry today. Countless top names in the Nigerian music arena rose to prominence under him. Some of these artistes include D’Banj, Wande Coal, Dr.Sid, Tiwa Savage, Reekado Banks and many more. Today, Don Jazzy’s Mavins group has one of the youngest set of music talents in Nigeria and the label is always looking to add to its ranks.

To join the likes of Dija, Reekado Banks, Korede Bello, Tiwa Savage, Poe, Dr.Sid and others, simply send a mail (with a flash or CD containing a sample of your song) via the post office to Mavins head office in Lekki Phase One, Lagos Island.

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Also, you can try the unconventional way by sending a DM (on Twitter or Instagram) to Mavins founder, Don Jazzy. This method, as reported, actually worked for Reekado Banks and he’s one of the top rated artistes in Nigeria today. You may be next!

DMW – Davido Music Worldwide

Founder: Davido

 Davido is obviously one of the few Nigerian artistes renown for discovering and developing music talents in Nigeria. Currently, DMW has the likes of Mayorkun, Dremo, Ichaba, Peruzzi, Idowest and others under its sponsorship. The Davido-led music group is probably one of the best to join as an upcoming artiste.

DMW, just like other record labels, does not advertise vacancies for artistes. Hence, if you are passionate about joining DMW’s group of talents, you will have to get the attention of Davido. Getting in touch with the DMW boss is not a herculean task, as he’s very active on Social Media, basically on Instagram and Twitter. So you can try your luck.

Empire Mates Entertainment

Founder: Banky W

Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E) is the ingenious creation of popular Nigerian music artiste, Banky W, whose real name is Bankole Wellington. The group is unarguably one of the most prominent record labels in Nigeria today. Under the leadership of Banky W, the music group has discovered and groomed many top music artistes. Prime among these artistes is Wizkid, who is arguably the biggest music star in Nigeria today. Others include Niyola, Shaydee and DJ Xclusive.

E.M.E is one of the best platforms in Nigeria for an upcoming artiste to launch his/her career. Interestingly, they are always looking for talented upcoming artistes to add to their ranks. If you are one and you have confidence in your music, send a mail or you can deliver a sample of your song in person, at E.M.E’s management office in Omole Estate, Ojodu in Lagos.

Starboy Music

Founder: Wizkid

 After Wizkid’s separation from E.M.E, he decided to go solo and set up his own record label, which he named Starboy. The label has served as a launching platform for few Nigerian artistes. The most prominent artistes under Starboy record are LAX and London-based producer, Maleek Berry.

While Wizkid is always out of the country, he has a team on ground whose primary responsibility is to source for musical talents. If you an aspiring musician, you can try your luck by taking a sample of your song to Starboy’s Lagos office in Lekki.

Capital Hills Music

Founder: Clarence Peters

Capital Hills is a creation of renowned Nigerian music video director. The label has produced popular Nigerian music stars like Illbliss (Oga Boss), Chidinma, The Suspect and a few others.

If you are interested in joining this record label, you can try your luck by reaching out to Illbliss or Clarence Peters on Social Media. To improve your chances, however, you can take a sample of your song to their office in Omole-Ojodu in Lagos.

Chocolate City Music

Founder: Audi Maikori

 Chocolate City is arguably one of the most prominent record labels in the country. It is known as the “home of rap” in Nigeria. While Audu Maikori is the original owner of the group, the label is now under the leadership of M.I Abaga, who was the first top artiste signed by Audu Maikori.

Chocolate City has produced many top Nigerian music stars, including the likes of M.I Abaga, Jesse Jagz, Ice Prince Zamani, Brymo, Victoria Kimani Dice Ailes and more. Currently, M.I’s vision for the music label is to develop the best generation of Nigerian artistes. To join the record label, you can try your luck by sending a DM to M.I Abaga on Twitter or Instagram.

To improve your chances, take a sample of your song (MP3 file) to Chocolate City Records’ Lagos office in Lekki Phase One.

Triple-M G – Made Men Music Group

Founder: Ubi Franklin

Made Men Music group made a name for itself some years back; with the emergence of Iyanya and later Tekno. Overall, the record label has produced artistes like Tekno, Iyanya, Emma Nyra, Selebobo (producer) and more.

Ubi Franklin, the record label’s CEO is always looking for new, talented artistes, as most of his music stars have left the platform. If you have confidence in your music, simply send a sample of your song via email to ubifranklintriplemg@yahoo.co.uk

Aquila Records

Founder: Shina Peller

Aquila records is a subsidiary group of Quilox club, which is owned by Shina Peller. Although, the group is not one of the most prominent in the country, it is a good stepping stone for upcoming artists. The founder, Shina Peller, is a renowned show promoter; hence, his platform provides a durable avenue for upcoming artistes to launch their career.

If you are interested in joining this group and you have what it takes, simply try your luck by reaching out to Shina Peller on Social Media or you can send a sample of your song to Shina Peller’s office in V.I, Lagos.

DB Records

Founder: D’Banj

DB Records was created by D’Banj shortly after his separation from Mo’hits group. The label has signed a couple of young and upcoming Nigerian artistes over the past few years. DB Records is still growing and the platform is open to exceptionally talented young artistes.

To register your interest, send a sample of your song, via email to contact@dkingsmen.com

Other notable mentions are outlined below.

  • 5 Star Music (founded by E-Money)
  • 1960 Music (founded by Mark Redguard)
  • Storm 360 (founded by Obi Asika)
  • Tinny Entertainment
  • Trybe Records
  • Hypertek Records
  • G-Worldwide

How Much Do Nigerian Record Labels Pay Artists in Nigeria

 An average musician in Nigeria is head and shoulders above an average Nigerian citizen, financially. On average, a newly signed upcoming artiste is usually paid in the region of 3 million Naira to 20 million Naira, as signing fee by the record label. Most times, this deal often involves material gifts like cars and/or an apartment.

Most music contracts’ details are usually classified; hence, it is practically impossible to know how much each deal is worth. However, there is usually a workable range for each record label. We have compiled for you how much some Nigerian record labels pay their new artistes.

  • YBNL Nigeria: 3 million Naira to 10 million Naira
  • Mavins Records: 5 million Naira to 20 million Naira
  • DMW: 5 million Naira to 15 million Naira
  • M.E Records: 4 million Naira to 10 million Naira
  • Starboy Records: 5 million Naira to 15 million Naira
  • Capital Hills: 3 million Naira to 10 million Naira
  • Chocolate City Records: 5 million Naira to 15 million Naira
  • Triple MG: 3 million to 10 million Naira
  • Aquila Records: undisclosed
  • DB Records: 5 million Naira to 15 million Naira
46 Comments

46 Comments

  1. Nice boy

    March 3, 2020 at 3:32 PM

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  2. Chiboy

    April 25, 2020 at 6:47 PM

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  3. Austin Alex

    May 11, 2020 at 12:31 PM

    Boss pls my name na Alex form Delta State I have never been in a record label I can sing and I love singing I really wish if you go fit let me try my luck phone number 070***35307 wattsap too

  4. Viclinkz

    May 16, 2020 at 9:51 PM

    Please am an fast rising Star, singer, rapper, song writer and a live performance

    I am from abia state umuahia north
    My contact are
    Facebook: chiderah Goodluck
    Instagram:Viclinsofficial

    Or sms +2347033541718 am interested in deals🙏🙏

  5. Fizzy Gbanshot

    May 17, 2020 at 10:41 PM

    Am Fizzy Gbanshot an upcoming hip-hop artist , am willing to be in any record label that choose to help me , please am begging you to sign me and I’ll make the label to be proud of me , please sign me , am sure if I join your label it will be a big name . The name to check me on all social media including Instagram is Fizzy Gbanshot , my phone number is 08051452119

  6. Nasty kid

    May 20, 2020 at 8:39 PM

    I’m Nasty kid Am I upcoming artist from Lagos I got a couple of freestyles and I’m looking for a record label for an upcoming artist like me that would enable me achieve my dreams come of been a global artist…I’m on social media too my fb id is Itz Nazik, IG handle is Itz Nazik or please you call me on 07043578319.thanks I appreciate your concern.

  7. Abidemi Tinny

    May 25, 2020 at 9:52 AM

    My stage name is Abidemi tinny
    Am an afro hip hop upcoming artist leaving in Ibadan
    I got so many song very interesting vibes
    But still need a sponsored or a record label to sign a contract deal with
    You can got me through this and my WhatsApp number 070****00965
    Thanks a lot.

  8. Emmy Fresh

    May 25, 2020 at 3:05 PM

    Respect to u boss am a talented upcoming artist i was with a crown of music on my head and a mick on my hand i can sing, rap and dance the street calls ikom boy why music calls me micro-phone charger please sir help and sign me and God will blesse u Amen!!

  9. karater kje

    May 26, 2020 at 1:23 PM

    am a upcoming artist looking forward to see my dream come turn .but the problem here is that.all of the nigeria musician.everything they do we can not reach them.all i pray for is that our talent will not be invein

  10. Johnfreezy

    June 5, 2020 at 10:02 AM

    Please my name is john sale but my stage name is Johnfreezy…. all what I want and left for me is the sign .if u allow me to sign a deal with u.I will make u to be proud of me hit me on.+2348****8171.am just 17 year old but mighty!!!

  11. Victor philip

    June 7, 2020 at 10:27 AM

    Am vado spiff..from Kaduna base in abuja kubwa,I currently have a song tittle…mersaratty,one nwantiti…ect plz help me because I have more talent

  12. Myndflow-baba

    June 21, 2020 at 10:37 AM

    Good morning,it myndflow..looking for a favourable label that is really ready to bring me out to the world..live at No:36 sanusi street, along akoka road,shomolu yaba Lagos..U can call me for interview and voice freestyle on this numberTel:090**41447….you can Listen to more of my tracks on audiomack>(myndflowakinz)..A big tanks for the opportunity…

  13. Samuel Ajakaiye

    June 25, 2020 at 9:07 AM

    Hello sir
    I’ll try make it brief! We “JiggyBoiz” are just seeking to get out there, not considerate about the money, all we want is someone to sponsor our video & songs just to get the music out there. Thank You. Please consider, God Bless.
    Instagram.com/dj_xammy.soft
    Instagram.com/raredrix_
    also @official_poskidoo

  14. Ricky Mayne

    June 26, 2020 at 5:32 PM

    Am an afro-pop and dancehall artiste. I know am supposed to contact these record labels directly, but its not been easy. Please if anyone can hook me up with a record label, it will be apreciated greatly. Here’s my direct phone number 090****5199.

  15. Victor prinz

    July 20, 2020 at 1:15 PM

    My name is Victor Ilechukwu also know as (Prinz) I am a super talented singer with already recorded songs of you my art is very good for business so I wish to be signed to a label my number is 070****182

  16. Unicity

    July 25, 2020 at 11:00 PM

    Boss please sign me in the record lebel, please i promise I’ll never let you down

  17. Lagema

    August 22, 2020 at 8:25 PM

    I am lagema by name am look for a record label to sign me am into hip pop r&b

  18. mr samuel Godstand

    September 4, 2020 at 11:25 AM

    GOD BLESSED YOU ALL UPCOMING ARTISTS 2020….
    AMAZING RECORD LABEL NEED A TALENTED ARTIST TO SIGN …IF YOU PROUD OF YOUR TALENT …YOU GIFTED ..YOU FREE TO CONTACT MR SAMUEL GODSTAND 07063440855 ..BE FREE TO WHATSAPP ME 070 63 44 08 55 …WE ARE FULLY READY TO SUPPORT AND WELCOME YOU WITH YOUR TALENT INTO THE MUSIC INDUSTRY OF AMAZING RECORD LABEL IN JESUS NAME …IN GOD WE TRUST

  19. Fizzy Gbanshot

    September 15, 2020 at 8:45 AM

    My name is Fizzy Gbanshot am an upcoming hip-hop artist , am a rapper and a singer am look forward to get signed by an helpful label , I can produce as much as possible songs you want in a year , am best of my kind in my hood (Ibadan) . If you sign me I promise to be loyal and respectful . My phone & Whatsapp number is 081***83853 . Thanks

  20. Daniel Brave Boniface

    October 2, 2020 at 12:26 PM

    Hi my name is Daniel Brave am a talented artist and I do afro pop and foreign hip hop and I need a record label to sign me in I will DMW, MAVIN, STARBOY, and YBNL call me or WhatsApp me 09028561420 I promise you that you won’t regret signing me into your music family thanks

  21. Remi

    November 3, 2020 at 7:36 PM

    My name is remi 090*****5058 am looking for a record label to join

  22. Ayuba monday

    December 9, 2020 at 8:07 AM

    My bio name is Ayuba monday.how how ever based on my music performance people called Kanzo son ..
    I will be glad to be sign in to one of the music label.
    Instagram@iamkanzoson,twitter@iamkanzoson

  23. Adedokun Ridwan

    December 29, 2020 at 12:00 AM

    Am Reedzboy am an artiste afro base and trap 09***71369 ig: Reedzboy

  24. MR ALEX OKEKE

    January 11, 2021 at 4:33 AM

    YBNL NATION RECORD LABEL..NEED A TALENTED ARTIST TO SIGN IN 2021..IF YOU HAVE THE FAME AND DREAM TO BECOME A SUPERSTAR ..CONTACT MANAGER ALEX OKEKE ***** WILL ARE READY TO WELCOME YOU IN WE TRUST …GOD BLESSED YOU ALL IN JESUS NAME….IT TIME YOU SHOW THE WHOLE WORLD …THE KIND OF TALENT YOU HAVE IN YOU 2021 …GOD BLESSED YOU AS YOU GET CONNECTED WITH YBNL NATION

  25. MR ALEX OKEKE

    January 11, 2021 at 4:35 AM

    YBNL NATION RECORD LABEL..NEED A TALENTED ARTIST TO SIGN IN 2021..IF YOU HAVE THE FAME AND DREAM TO BECOME A SUPERSTAR ..CONTACT MANAGER ALEX OKEKE***** WILL ARE READY TO WELCOME YOU IN WE TRUST …GOD BLESSED YOU ALL IN JESUS NAME….IT TIME YOU SHOW THE WHOLE WORLD …THE KIND OF TALENT YOU HAVE IN YOU 2021 …GOD BLESSED YOU AS YOU GET CONNECTED WITH YBNL NATION…amen and amen

  26. mr samuel Godstand

    January 18, 2021 at 3:38 AM

    GOD BLESSED YOU ALL UPCOMING ARTISTS 2021….
    AMAZING RECORD LABEL NEED A TALENTED ARTIST TO SIGN …IF YOU PROUD OF YOUR TALENT …YOU GIFTED ..YOU FREE TO CONTACT MR SAMUEL GODSTAND 0706***855 ..BE FREE TO WHATSAPP ME 070 63 44 08 55 …WE ARE FULLY READY TO SUPPORT AND WELCOME YOU WITH YOUR TALENT INTO THE MUSIC INDUSTRY OF AMAZING RECORD LABEL IN JESUS NAME …IN GOD WE TRUST

  27. Sunny

    January 18, 2021 at 5:44 PM

    My name is sunny. Am a Nigerian upcoming artists, I perform in every part on music. No sponsored wanna kills my talent, I will make the rest of my life in any record label that sign the best I pray so. WhatsApp me. 08****863167

  28. F h Jeffrey Peter

    February 3, 2021 at 6:20 PM

    My name is Jeffrey Peter am a talented young upcoming artist I do afro pop and I need a record label to sign me either mavins or any other label if you do I will make u proud please and I promise to be respectful and loyal call me or WhatsApp me 07080216049 and if you do my God will reward you people

  29. k boy

    March 18, 2021 at 12:38 PM

    thanks God to amazing record label …that get me signed at last..am so grateful in Jesus name …GOD blessed mr Godstand Samuel ..a man that bring upcoming artisst to their dream of music …you all artists are free to contact him ..he a good man …that blessed peoples with amazing record label
    contact mr Godstand samuel 07***0855 GOD blessed you all..in jesus name…amen amen

  30. Esso felix

    March 19, 2021 at 2:22 PM

    Am felix but my stage name is lil_Esso am interested in music am a rapper and trap singer but I love singing am from Enugu state but I base in port Harcourt i really need a sponsor that’s all i want is sponsor i have the talent for all kind of music you want me to do.. I promise I will never let your record label dawn I promise…. have been doing music over 6 years now and rapinh is only sponsor I want…

    • Esso felix

      March 19, 2021 at 2:24 PM

      This my number 08***82648
      Instagram @am_***esso

  31. Busy benz

    March 29, 2021 at 1:39 PM

    Please check me out I am a up coming artist please I need your help. Nobody is perfect but I we make you proud. U can check my music 091***9487 thanks for your time good day

  32. Chinemerem meshach

    April 2, 2021 at 12:12 PM

    Please boss I really need this contract, I have been singing and rapping all my life i really need this contract if you can a
    Employe me will see the difference between old music features and New music generation and a lot progress to proceed in your music industry… I have what it takes to show off to the world, my head is almost filled up with billions of unreleased tracks if you can sign me you will grateful for meeting me… Am just 20 yrs old with a lot of good expression, I can take it to any level of music you want, pop, reggae, blus, collabo, gospel, I have been exprienced so far in music… You can contact me on 090***65728 or even mail me on chine***eshach83@gmail.com, or by my Instagram name Chinemerem meshach,, or even my Facebook name BenZica… Thanks

  33. Edafe godstime

    April 5, 2021 at 1:42 AM

    My name his WHO Gods time. bro David please help Me am a Nigerianb but leave in Liberia I have interest in singing but my mind always Tell me you will make me one the Nigeria musicians one day thanks

  34. Besty

    April 21, 2021 at 9:48 PM

    Am Besty am good talented artist I promise you I will not fair you I will work contract well you will like me pls sign me

  35. amazing daniel

    May 3, 2021 at 3:26 AM

    EDITOR COMMENT: BEWARE OF SCAMMERS

    YBNL NATION RECORD LABEL..NEED A TALENTED ARTIST TO SIGN IN 2021..IF YOU HAVE THE FAME AND DREAM TO BECOME A SUPERSTAR ..CONTACT MANAGER ****E ******..WILL ARE READY TO WELCOME YOU IN WE TRUST …GOD BLESSED YOU ALL IN JESUS NAME….IT TIME YOU SHOW THE WHOLE WORLD …THE KIND OF TALENT YOU HAVE IN YOU 2021 …GOD BLESSED YOU AS YOU GET CONNECTED YBNL NATION…mr ****

  36. Joseph Marvelous

    May 14, 2021 at 8:25 AM

    I always pray for who we signed me i can sing very well i love Marvin record label i have 10 song with now am looking for help i don’t have family who we support me achieve my dream am all alone no one want to help me out Godstime is the best am from benue state but i leave in benin city

  37. Joseph marvelous

    May 14, 2021 at 8:37 AM

    I always pray for who we signed me i use to write song and i can sing very well i have 10 song with me now but If you don’t have family to support you for you to achieve your dream I love olamide record label i always pray for olamide my boss to sign me am from benue state but i leave in benin my number 070****13665

  38. mr bodmas

    May 19, 2021 at 11:07 PM

    get sign to a new record label in town …capital tunes record …if you are talented and gifted be free to contact mr bodmas ****FRAUDSTER ALERT***** the ceo of capital tunes record we are fully ready to welcome you all in jesus name

  39. Young Cash

    June 7, 2021 at 8:44 AM

    Good morning to all my boss I love you all
    Plz sign me and I promise to give you all best and you will nerve regret of signing me to ur label plz

  40. Young Cash

    June 7, 2021 at 8:45 AM

    O706****9897

  41. Bloo boy

    July 24, 2021 at 8:41 PM

    Sir pls just sign me into your records label u will see the results and I need a sponsor in my music and video thanks.you can contact me on 0904***57

  42. Kaave Bem Samson

    August 31, 2021 at 1:06 PM

    Hi
    Am Benny Bwoii
    I got the talent and looking forward to work with a label 07****7061
    WhatsApp number

  43. U-man on top

    July 6, 2022 at 8:39 PM

    Please sir, my name is Uchenna Ede but, I’m called U-man as artist.
    I’m talented singer and prove myself and stand before any competition in music carrier as Singer for any record label that wishes to sign me thanks.
    Call:07***3170 /
    Whatsapp:U-man on top ,
    Fb : U-man cosmetician.

  44. Kizz Daniel

    September 3, 2022 at 4:56 AM

    It your boy kizz Daniel …a.k.a buga master… thanks God to amazing record label…that also sponsor my song… thanks to the CEO Mr Godstand Samuel 2347063440855 ..be free to contact them ..they will help you ..in your talent … thanks to amazing record label entertainment …this is your time to shine in amazing record label..0…7…0…6…3…4…4…0…8…5…5

    • Okechukwu oko John

      July 15, 2023 at 10:07 AM

      Hello sir is my pleasure to be on your platform today I would have liked to be among does that sign into your music industry if only you will need me my number is 08****34315

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