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Rise of independent record labels in Kenya

Studio microphone in neon lights. [iStockphoto]

A recent report by Spotify dubbed 'The Loud And Clear Report' reveals interesting details about royalty payouts.

Out of $9 billion in royalties collected last year, Spotify says more than half went to independent artistes. This shows a major shift away from record companies controlling most of the music industry's money.

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