Davido is taking his career to new heights with a groundbreaking collaboration with Steve Stoute’s UnitedMasters.
Following his triumphant performance at Madison Square Garden on April 17, Davido unveiled a significant deal with UnitedMasters, a renowned music distributor and licensing platform catering to independent artists.
This partnership marks the launch of Davido’s Nine+ Records label, signaling his ambition to spotlight emerging talent from around the world.
In a statement released to the press, Davido expressed his pride in joining forces with Steve Stoute and the UnitedMasters team.
“This announcement represents an exciting new chapter for developing and established artists around the world,” he remarked, underscoring his commitment to fostering musical talent on a global scale.
As part of the agreement, Davido will spearhead Nine+ Records’ A&R division and contribute to “behind-the-scenes curation.”
Leveraging his extensive experience and influence in the music industry, the three-time Grammy nominee will collaborate closely with UnitedMasters to mentor emerging artists across diverse genres, ranging from hip-hop and R&B to country, and of course, Afrobeats.
Steve Stoute, Founder and CEO of UnitedMasters, highlighted the company’s dedication to Africa and its burgeoning music scene.
“Over the last 2 years, we’ve proven our commitment to Africa investing in artists, education, and technology,” Stoute emphasized.
“Today, we are doubling down. With this new venture with Davido & the launch of Nine Plus Records, we reinforce our mission in becoming a bridge for artists on the continent. Together we’ll identify & develop new artists while supporting them with brand and synch opportunities.”