Artist Payout Policy
SwaggaLIVE is a creator-first platform. We believe artists should be paid fairly for the music, videos, and content they create. Sometimes we do not know the full financial picture behind a release. This page explains how we handle that uncertainty.
Artist-first spotlighting
We spotlight the artist, not the machine. When we feature music, we prioritize the creator's own channels, official stores, and direct-to-fan links over intermediaries whose payout terms we cannot verify.
Transparency about uncertainty
We do not have access to private contracts, royalty splits, or label advances. If we cannot confirm whether an artist is being fairly compensated, we say so openly rather than pretending we know.
No promotion of exploitative deals
We are opposed to predatory record-company practices that leave artists with little or no meaningful income from their own work. We will not run campaigns that celebrate deals we have reason to believe are exploitative.
We update when facts change
If an artist or their representatives provide verified information about payouts, royalties, or ownership, we will review it and update our coverage accordingly.
What this means in practice
When SwaggaLIVE covers a release but cannot verify the artist is receiving fair compensation, we:
- Clearly label the coverage as editorial / under review.
- Direct listeners to the artist's official channels and direct-to-fan links.
- Invite the artist or their team to provide verified information.
- Update the coverage if new information becomes available.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happens when payout terms are unverified?
- We treat the coverage as editorial and clearly label it as under review. We do not present unverified terms as fact, and we direct listeners to the artist's official channels and direct-to-fan links so support can reach the creator whenever possible.
- How do you update records once payout terms are confirmed?
- If an artist or their verified representatives provide documentation or a clear statement about payouts, royalties, or ownership, we review it, update the relevant coverage, and remove any "under review" label. We also note the update date so readers can see the policy in action.
This policy applies to all music, video, and artist spotlight coverage on SwaggaLIVE. If you have information about a release we have covered, please reach out through our contact page or the artist's official representatives.