Distribution, publishing administration, marketing and artist development — built for independent African artists who keep every right they start with.
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Agaba Banjo
Akeine
Ali Bomaye
Alpha DT
Ampire Joven’s
Blxck Charm
Chattarbwoy
Chrisman
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Danks
Didi Nlandu
Drippie Amini
Igxo Scarla
Joka
Jwunna
Kohen Jaycee
Leghacity
Nita
Silu
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Six disciplines, one team. Take the whole stack or only the part you're missing.
We build real systems, not viral moments. Every release gets a proper plan executed in the right sequence.
We never take a share of your rights. You own your masters, your compositions, your future.
Every decision is made with African artists and African audiences in mind.
The foundational things nobody sits you down and explains.
EXPLORE → 02How you actually get paid — and which system pays which half.
EXPLORE → 03IPI numbers, collection societies, and what you own.
EXPLORE → 04Getting heard without a label budget behind you.
EXPLORE →This week's Spotlight pick from the RIA roster.
READ →Fresh out jams to get your weekend going.
READ →From fleeing Goma in 2019 to tearing up a label contract — the story behind ‘Amen’.
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We built what we wished had existed when we started out in this industry.
RIA Entertainment is run by musicians and music professionals who have felt every gap, every frustration, and every missed opportunity that comes with being an independent African artist trying to operate in a global industry built for someone else.
Everything we build is informed by that experience. Not as a slogan — as a design principle.
RIA is currently application only, with no fees of any kind: we take 20% of what your music earns and you keep 100% of your masters. The annual plans below start in early 2027 — artists already with us then get five months of Pro. Publishing administration is applied for separately.
Yes, always. RIA Entertainment never claims ownership of your masters or compositions. You retain 100% of your rights and copyright.
Join over 40 artists and 8 labels who have built their careers with RIA Entertainment.
