Ghanaian musician AY Poyoo, known for his unique style and viral hits, has parted ways with his record label, Aborga Records, owned by music executive Alfred Aborga.
The termination of their contract, apparently took effective on January 1st, 2023, however, it surfaced online for the first time on Saturday, March 23, 2024.
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According to release, the contract was terminated after a series of disagreements and diverging visions between the artist and the label.
Amont these things are a fundamental disagreement regarding the artist’s approach to advancing his career.
It is stated that AY Poyoo expressed a preference for international travel and pursuing additional employment opportunities, diverging from the label’s established management protocol.
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Furthermore, AY Poyoo emphasized the importance of international performances and independent ventures outside of the label’s scope, believing it to be the primary avenue for maximizing his income from music.
Additionally, he advocated for a return to his “Original Poyoo” branding, citing his extensive experience in the field as justification for deviating from the label’s branding strategy.
It appears that both parties could not come to proper terms for which reason the contract has been abrograted.
In accordance with the contract terms, Aborga Records retains ownership of all songs produced and released under the agreement.
The label is entitled to recoup all funds invested, totaling Twenty Thousand, Six Hundred and Twenty-Two Ghana Cedis, from the songs they hold rights to.
However, as a gesture of goodwill, the label has agreed to transfer all stream earnings to AY Poyoo once the recoup process is completed.
Annoucing this unfortunate news to his fans, AY Poyoo released a statement and expressed regret over the situation and acknowledged his lack of expertise in the entertainment industry.
Read his statement below:
