- event type:WOMEX 25 Conference Session
- date:25 Oct 2025
- time:12:00 - 13:00
- city/area:Tampere
- venue:Conference Room 4
- country:Finland
- event posted by:Piranha Arts
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Chaired by
Martin A. James (Saint Lucia), ECCO INC;
with
Professor Dr. Mike Alleyne (UK/Barbados), Middle Tennessee State University;
Dr. Keith Nurse (UK/Trinidad and Tobago), College of Science Technology and Applied Arts;
Dr. Erica K. Smith (Barbados), COSCAP
The Caribbean is home to a diverse range of musical sub-genres such as soca, zouk, Dennery segment, bouyon, and more. Yet many of these remain under-documented and under-monetised due to weak publishing and rights management structures. This session explores strategies for preserving and commercialising these genres, ensuring that artists, songwriters, and producers benefit from their cultural contributions. Industry experts will discuss navigating the global copyright system, digital tracking, and international licensing opportunities – empowering attendees with actionable steps to secure and expand the economic value of Caribbean music in today’s evolving global market.