Joeboy exits Empawa, sets up Young Legend Entertainment in partnership with Warner Music

Following an official announcement today, Friday, February 2, 2024, the departure of Joeboy from EMPAWA is accompanied by a strategic dual deal with global music powerhouse, Warner Music, renowned for housing industry giants like Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Burna Boy, and Ckay.

Under this new agreement, Joeboy not only steps into the spotlight as Warner Music’s latest flagship artist from Africa but also unveils his own entertainment venture, Young Legend. The self-owned label marks a bold move for the artist, who is set to take on the role of CEO, while Deola Jaiyesimi assumes the position of Head of the Label. Together, they aim to propel the next wave of Afrobeats superstars onto the global stage.