Dapper Music has responded to Shallipopi’s allegations of exploitation.
The singer announced his exit from the label, accusing them of breaching his trust, mishandling his finances, and neglecting his growth.
In a statement, Dapper Music emphasized their dedication to “transparency and fairness” in all their operations. They denied Shallipopi’s accusations, stating that “all parties, including the artist in question, willingly agreed to a 30% management commission”.
The label explained that their contracts solely relate to recordings and opportunities worked on and provided by their team within the contract term. They also stated that they do not have agreements that tie the singer’s future earnings to their business indefinitely.
Here is part of the statement from Dapper Music:
“Dapper Music & Entertainment, we prioritise transparency and fairness in all our operations. Every contract we offer is presented with clarity, ensuring that both parties fully understand and agree to the terms.
“We do not have any agreements with Mr. Crown Uzama that tie the artist’s future earnings to our business indefinitely. Our contracts solely relate to recordings and opportunities worked on and provided by our team within the contract term.
“We have provided all parties with full accounting via our accounting system. We are surprised by Mr. Crown Uzama’s false claims, especially as we are currently cooperating fully with the auditors he has engaged.
“We have received several emails from legal representatives threatening to destroy our business by utilising the court of public opinion. We are confident that we have conducted business with the highest integrity and are prepared to seek redress in a court of competent jurisdiction.”