In a recent Instagram Live session, the renowned Nigerian music producer, Olumide Ogunade, professionally known as ID Cabasa, dropped a bombshell revelation concerning the ownership of properties belonging to Naira Marley's protege, Zinoleesky.
You may recall that Zinoleesky made headlines in December when he proudly unveiled his new mansion on Twitter, expressing his gratitude and proclaiming an early start to his 2023.
However, ID Cabasa, speaking passionately during the live session, disclosed that the mansion and all other assets owned by Zinoleesky are registered under the name of Naira Marley's record label, Marlian Records.
This revelation serves as a stark commentary on the treatment of artists within the Marlian Records stable. ID Cabasa didn't hold back as he criticized Naira Marley for the perceived exploitation of his signees, describing it as nothing short of cruelty.
To emphasize his point, he stated that he had received information indicating that the cars and the recently acquired mansion by Zinoleesky were not registered in the artist's name but rather under the label's name.
In essence, Zinoleesky's showpiece assets, including the mansion and a Ferrari, do not belong to him personally but are attributed to the Marlian Records label.
This revelation has stirred conversations within the music industry, shedding light on the complex dynamics between artists and their record labels, as well as the challenges faced by emerging talents in the Nigerian music scene.
ID Cabasa's disclosure highlights the need for transparency and fair treatment within the music industry, raising questions about the responsibilities and obligations of record labels toward their signees.
As this story unfolds, it serves as a stark reminder of the intricacies and behind-the-scenes struggles that often go unnoticed in the glamorous world of music and entertainment.