Lundi's Family is Reportedly Going Through Financial Difficulties, Seeks Answers Regarding Royalties
- Gospel singer's family is desperately seeking answers as to where his royalties are being spent
- Lundi Tyamara died seven years ago, and his music is still being played on various radio stations
- The family allegedly depends on his royalties to make ends meet however, they are in the dark
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The music industry can be a bit unfair to some artists. The family of Gospel icon Lundi Tyamara is searching for answers, however, they have not received any communication.
Lundi's family in the dark regarding royalties
According to ZiMoja, the family of Gospel singing icon Lundi Tyamara is seeking answers regarding his royalties. A family member noted how his music still gets played at various radio stations. However, they do not know where the money goes.
They stated they had stopped receiving money from his royalties and did not know who to turn to.
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"I do not know where the money for playlisting and music sales goes. We have'nt received money in a long time, and no form of communication. We don't know who to speak to anymore. It is as though he worked for nothing," the news publication quoted the source.
Industry friends give up on Lundi's family
The family is also disappointed at how his industry friends have neglected them. They reportedly are focusing on their families instead of fighting industry battles.
"They have given up at this point. They feel like If they continue to fight with any labels, they would be wasting time and not focusing on raising their children," another added.
The Hlala Nami hitmaker was born in the Western Cape. His powerful and moving voice made him one of the industry's household names.
The star passed away on 27 January 2017 following complications from stomach Tuberculosis and a liver condition. He passed away at the Edenvale Hospital, Johannesburg, at the age of 38.
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