About Us

Our Experience and Legacy

Our journey in the music industry is marked by notable achievements, including Grammy Gold and Platinum award-winning records, inductions into prestigious Music Halls of Fame, major tours, and royalty earnings from BMI and ASCAP.

Leadership and Innovation

Beyond musical talent, our founder stands out as a pioneer and innovator in the business realm. In the 1970s, they became the first R&B Buyer for the renowned “The Wherehouse” record stores in Los Angeles, California. Later, they served as regional director for VIP Records stores across Southern California. Demonstrating entrepreneurial vision, they established California’s first Automobile Registration Service, growing it to 101 locations before selling the company after 19 years. This business catered to many distinguished figures in music and film, including Michael Jackson and Elizabeth Taylor.

Changes in the Music Industry

"We come from a time when recording artists were compensated for their work. Today, the industry has shifted—artists are not being paid for their recordings. The prevalence of likes and followers has not translated into music sales; people are listening without paying. Touring remains one avenue for income, but it is costly, as artists only earn after expenses are covered."

Empowering Artists and Connecting Fans

Our goal is to restore the experience of artists being paid directly when their music is sold. This platform was created to bridge the gap between fans and artists, allowing fans to purchase music directly from the creators. By removing intermediaries who collect ad and subscription revenue without fairly sharing it, we ensure that those who make the music receive the compensation they deserve.

 James "Jimmy" Gough                       founder and creator of AP Artist Pay, Guitarist with The Undisputed Truth National Rhythm and Blues Inductee 2015  and Rare Gems /Rare Gems Odyssey. Multi Gold award wining artist.
 

Inductee with The Undisputed Truth into the National R&B Hall of Fame

Rare Gems Odyssey Casablanca Records and Filmworks

             Henry Garner jr.                  Co - Creator  of AP Artist Pay.        Drummer and  Co - founder of Rose Royce ,  Multi Gold and Platinum award wining artist, Grammy award winner for the movie soundtrack "Car Wash"