Beenie Man Goes Indie; Sgns With Brookland Ent/Universal Republic

The freedom to dictate his musical direction provided the motivation for famed reggae/dancehall artist Beenie Man to align with New York-based independent record label Brookland Entertainment/Universal Republic. According to the Kingston, Jamaica native, transitioning from a major label to an independent was a no-brainer, considering his track record with well-known labels. ?Being signed to a major label, you lose creative control,? Beenie Man said, as he cited Brookland president...(read more)