Starboy Entertainment
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| Starboy Entertainment | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2013 |
| Founder | Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun |
| Status | Active |
| Distributor(s) | AWAL |
| Genre | |
| Country of origin | Nigeria |
| Location | Lagos, Nigeria |
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Starboy Entertainment, is an Nigerian record label founded in 2013 by Nigerian singer Wizkid.[1][2] Starboy Entertainment is home to many acclaimed artists, including Maleek Berry and L.A.X.[3][4]
Background[edit]
Wizkid started his own label after the success of his 2014 second studio album, Ayo.[5] In 2013, Wizkid founded Starboy Entertainment, following his exit from Empire Mates Entertainment.[6] On 18 April 2013, Maleek Berry joined the Starboy Entertainment as an in-house music producer,[7] three months after the release of "The Matter" by Maleek Berry, featuring Wizkid, under Starboy Entertainment, on 31 January 2013. On 20 August 2013, Wizkid signed L.A.X to Starboy Entertainment, as its first recording act.[8] Same day, Wizkid introduced L.A.X to the public, with the release of Caro by Starboy, featuring guess vocals from Wizkid, and L.A.X. On February 26, 2016, Wizkid signed DJ Tunez, as its in house-official DJ.[9]
On 9 May 2016, Wizkid signed R2Bees, Efya, and Mr Eazi, under Starboy flagship Starboy Worldwide.[10] On February 18, 2018, Wizkid signed Terri to Starboy.[11] On 21 February, Wizkid introduced Terri to the public, with the release of Soco by Starboy, featuring guess vocals from Terri, Spotless, Ceeza Milli, and Wizkid. On 2 May 2018, Wizkid appoints Jada P as head of Starboy.[12] Wizkid appointed Sunday Aare, as Manager of Starboy.[13]
Notable artists[edit]
Current[edit]
Discography[edit]
| Artist | Album | Album details |
|---|---|---|
| Wizkid | Made in Lagos |
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| Wizkid | More Love, Less Ego |
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| L.A.X | Rasaking |
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| L.A.X | No Bad Vibes |
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| Wizkid | Ayo |
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| Starboy Entertainment & Wizkid[19] | Soundman Vol. 1 |
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References[edit]
- ↑ Ismail (March 4, 2021). "I started my record label in the living room" – Wizkid narrates how his record label, Starboy Entertainment came to life". Gist Real. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ "EME is Still Family! Wizkid Opens Up About His New Record Label, Star Boy Music". BellaNaija. 4 March 2013. Retrieved 2 November 2023.
- ↑ Khadijah, Thabit (October 8, 2023). "Wizkid's record label 2022, Members and interesting details". Legit.Ng. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Jonathan (February 23, 2018). "Here's every musician that have ever been 'signed' by Wizkid". Pulse.Ng. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Netzayat, Itzea (September 18, 2014). "Wizkid Surprises With His Sophomore Album 'AYO', Nigerian Star Boy Wizkid releases his sophomore album 'AYO.'". Okay Africa. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Alabi, Lawrence (April 23, 2022). "Why Wizkid left Banky W's record label, Empire Mates Entertainment". Yaba Left Online. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ "Maleek Berry joins Wizkid's Star Boy Entertainment". Premium Times Nigeria. 18 April 2013. Retrieved 2 November 2023.
- ↑ "Wizkid signs L.A.X to Star Boy Entertainment". Premium Times Nigeria. 22 August 2013. Retrieved 2 November 2023.
- ↑ "Star boy signs U.S based DJ Tunez to record label". Pulse Nigeria. 26 February 2016. Retrieved 2 November 2023.
- ↑ "Wizkid Signs Ghanaian Stars R2bees, Efya And Mr Eazi To His Starboy Worldwide Label". OkayAfrica. 9 May 2016. Retrieved 16 April 2022.
- ↑ "Wizkid Signs New Artiste, Terri + Announces EP 'Made In Lagos'". NotjustOk. 18 February 2018. Retrieved 16 April 2022.
- ↑ GhanaWeb (May 5, 2018). "Wizkid makes Jada P head of StarBoy Records". GhanaWeb. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Esther, Ogenyi (August 10, 2015). "Wizkid unveils Sunday Aare as new manger". Daily Post. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Onos (April 17, 2013). "Wizkid's Star Boy Entertainment Signs its First Act – "The Matter" Producer Maleek Berry". BellaNaija. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ JIDE (April 17, 2013). "Wizkid Signs His First Act - Maleek Berry". GistMania. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Abimbola, Ayomide (August 22, 2013). "Wizkid signs L.A.X to Star Boy Entertainment". Legit.Ng. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ NaijaVibe (August 20, 2013). ""Wizkid signs L.A.X to Starboy entertainment". Legit.Ng. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ Jonathan (October 16, 2013). "Stronger Forever! Wizkid Signs Legendury Beatz To Star Boy Entertainment". Pulse Ng. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ↑ "Nigeria: Wizkid Delights With 'Soundman Vol. 1']". All Africa. 14 December 2019. Retrieved 2 November 2023.
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