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DJ Cleo Backs DJ Maphorisa on Song Master Ownership Debate
South African music icon DJ Cleo has voiced his support for DJ Maphorisa’s stance on the ownership of music masters. Cleo asserts that Maphorisa’s claim about owning the masters to songs produced in his home is valid.
Recently, Maphorisa has faced criticism from fellow musicians who accuse him of exploitation. In response, Maphorisa emphasized that the songs in question were created in his home, where he provided both the food and equipment.
On the latest episode of Podcast and Chill, while DJ Cleo did not directly name Maphorisa, he highlighted a broader principle: if a song is produced under a parent’s roof, the parent typically holds the masters. Cleo’s comments sparked a wave of reactions, with some supporters agreeing with Maphorisa’s position, while others contested Cleo’s viewpoint.
If you’re a parent📍 here’s a quick plug 🔌
You own the Masters of all songs that have been made in your house 💬Don’t miss today’s episode of #podcastandchill as we have @djcleo1 standing in for MacG 🔥
Episode premieres at 3pm 🕒 on YouTube 🔴 pic.twitter.com/Ngq1wHPpq2
— Podcast and Chill Network (@podcastwithmacg) September 16, 2024
One Twitter user commented, “It’s time to apologize to Lord Phori. We need to put respect on that man. Hope the haters don’t change him; we still need him for summer.”
Another user added, “There’s a slight misunderstanding about owning a property or the means of production versus owning the masters. It’s more complex and involves who made the recording, financial aspects, and any existing agreements.”