# Allan, being of multi-genre has a global reach of influence in the music industry, which extends beyond the borders of the Netherlands and persists to make its mark in the world at large. With the recent infil- tration of Euro Dance sounds in the American market, Allan is primed to explode hit hitmaking talents onto many. We’re working on Co-writing opportunities for Allan in the U.S., so undoubtedly the World will be hearing much more from him. His production company, Gemini Music, is now in full operation and able to handle lyrics, melody, production, and vocals. Look for much more from Allan in 2011. NEW SIGNINGS Luis Conte (www.luisconte.com) has signed a Worldwide Administration deal with The Royalty Network, Inc. Named ‘Percussionist of the Year’ by Modern Drummer Reader’s poll in 2009 and 2010, Conte proved himself versatile musically, and by 1973, he was playing regularly in local clubs. He quickly became a busy studio musician, and throughout the 1970s, he played in the Latin fusion band Caldera. In the 1980s, Conte toured with several different musicians, including Madonna, guitarist Al Di Meola, and Andy Narell. Conte also played percussion on the Pat Metheny Group release 'We Live Here', in 1995, as well as I Mother Earth's first two albums Dig (1994) and Scenery and Fish (1996). Recently, Conte has toured as part of James Taylor's "Band of Legends." Luis Conte was part of Phil Collins 1997 "Dance into the Light" tour and 2004 "First Farewell Tour", performing in both of them Afro-Cuban percussion and adding more depth into the concert songs. Luis has truly played with the “who’s who” of the music business, including Phil Collins, Madonna, Ray Charles, Beck, Shakira, Cline Dion, and numerous others. Luis’ works are administered by us through his Iraguo Music (Ascap) catalog. John Jr. Robinson (www.johnjrrobinson.com) signed a Worldwide Administration agreement with The Royalty Network, Inc. John JR Robinson has become the most recorded drummer in history, even surpassing Featured Writer... ALLAN ESHUIJS the great Hal Blaine. Some of the hits are, We Are The World, All Night Long, You Are and Say You Say Me by Lionel Richie, I’m So Excited and Slow Hand by the Pointer Sisters, I’m Just A Gigolo and California Girls by David Lee Roth, Higher Love, The Finer Things and Back In The Highlife by Steve Winwood, Express Yourself by Madonna, Off The Wall, Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough, Rock With You, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Allan Eshuijs, is a Dutch Record Criminal, Workin Day and Night and Bad from the late great Michael Jackson, Natalie Cole’s Stardust and Change The World by Eric Clapton, Quincy Jones’ The Dude, Q’s Jook Joint and From Q With Love, Give Me Producer, Songwriter, Vocalist & owner of The Night from George Benson just to name a few. Of course in the 1983 JR won a Grammy with Rufus and Songkitchen music publishing company. In Chaka Khan for Ain’t Nobody. His catalog is administered via his Marshal Hike Music (Ascap). total, Allan is responsible for having written Dave Weckl has renewed his Administration deal for another Term. Weckl spent a total of seven years with Chick Corea, during which he performed on numerous albums and also appeared with Corea's Akoustic Band. and/or produced songs that have sold in the He augmented his work with Corea by continuing his session work and appearing often with the GRP All-Star Big Band. In addition, he recorded four albums in 1988 and 1989 with the Manhattan Jazz Quintet.. Weckl excess of 6 million records worldwide. has also released a series of instructional videotapes, and in 1990, he led his first solo date, Master Plan, for GRP. Heads Up followed in 1992, as well as Hard-Wired in 1994. Dave’s’ works are handled thru his Dave Allan has worked with some of today’s mar- Weckl Music (ASCAP) account. quee talents such as Cascada, Taio Cruz, Betsie Larkin (http://www.myspace.com/betsielarkin) has signed a Worldwide Administration deal with Wynter Gordon, Danzel, Ch!pz, and many The Royalty Network; Inc. Betsie is a vocalist and songwriter out of New York City. Having spent the majority of her musical life around rock instruments it was a surprise when the opportunity to work with one of the more. His international acclaim has also gar- world's top DJs, Ferry Corsten, presented itself. Her collaboration with Ferry Corsten spawned two songs, the dance chart topper "Made of Love" and a rhythmic club favorite, "Feel You." Soon after its release, “Made of nered enormous success in the U.S. Love” made it made the top 40 on the pop charts in the Netherlands and Sweden. It was voted the 5th track overall in 2008 on Armin Van Buuren's "A State of Trance," number one on Above and Beyond's radio (platinum selling single “Evacuate The episode, and reached the number one position on Corsten's Countdown's 100th episode. Betsie moved to NY to start work on her first solo record. Together with Brooklyn producer Jon D'Uva and some of New York's top Dancefloor” /BMI Award for most Per- musicians, she completed her first solo EP under the title "A New Day" (the title track was later adapted by Andre Tanneberger, ATB). Singles slated for release in 2010 include collaborations with Lange and Super8 & Tab. formed song) and in the rest of Europe. As Betsie will also continue working on her first solo EDM record featuring some the industry's greatest producers. a producer Allan is credited as a key figure in We administer Betsie’s works through her Miracle Drug Music (ASCAP) catalog. the development of future global superstars Stephen Lu has renewed his Worldwide Administration deal with The Royalty Network. Stephen is a producer / writer who has worked with some of the industries best. His credits include his work with Brian Culbertson, Ralf Mackenbach (winner of Eurovision Eric Marienthal, Michael Lington and more. We look forward to our continued relationship with Stephen. Junior Song festival 2009). Stephens’s works are administered through his Fourth Of Four Music (ASCAP). NEW YORK:## LOS ANGELES:## Fin Greenall (p/k/a ‘FINK’) (www.facebook.com/finkmusic) signed an exclusive Co-Publishing deal with The Royalty Network. Having transitioned seamlessly from producer/DJ to singer/songwriter on legendary British label Ninja Tune Records, Fink’s critically acclaimed studio albums deserve to be a permanent fixture in every serious music fan’s library. His latest LP, Sort of Revolution, was released in 2009 and was acclaimed one of the year’s best albums by tastemakers across the US, including KCRW’s esteemed DJs Jason Eldredge, Jeremy Sole, Aaron Byrd, and Jason Kramer. It was his early co-writes with Amy Winehouse, on her original demo recordings, that first made him aware of his ability to write lyrics and perform. Following the release of Fink’s debut album Biscuits for Breakfast, a phone call from John New Signings Legend saw him travel to NYC and LA to write on Legend’s Evolver LP. The results were the BMI Award Winning smash hit “Green Light (ft. Andre 3000)” and acoustic ballad “Set Me Free.” When young Kendred Smith (pka ‘Jimi Kendrixx’) has renewed his Administration deal for another Term. Jimi’s a Grammy Award and Latin Grammy Award nominated singer-songwriter Ximena Sariñana decided to hard worker who always finds himself in the mix of some of the latest cutting edge music. His string of hits create her debut English language album, Fink spearheaded her list of desired collaborators. Another trip from Lloyd, Kayslay, Ja Rule, Styles P, G Unit Ashanti, Patti Labelle and more. We look forward to to LA followed resulting in album co-writes, as well as “Frente El Mar,” the only Spanish language cut on continued success together. Jimi’s works are handled thru his Family Bizness Muzik (Ascap) account. the New Moon movie soundtrack. Most recently Fink has written with Virgin Records’ UK chart-busting Tionne Watkins (pka ‘T-Boz) has signed an Administration Agreement for works included on her urban artist Professor Green - on which he appears as guest vocalist and producer – as well as Mute Records’ Polly Scattergood for her 3rd LP. Fink’s unique perspective on the songwriting/collab/producer upcoming solo album. T-Boz has been a long time client of The Royalty Network (via our agreement with process stems from his background as major and indie record label executive (Sony Music, Source Tizbiz Music) covering the earlier hits by TLC. Tionne is putting the finishing touches on her solo album, Records, DefJam, Catskills), upfront indie radio DJ for Brighton’s Juice FM, respected and acclaimed with an expected release date by summer, 2011. recording artist, and 300-show history as a touring performer (ranging from live clubs to guest appearances at legendary venues Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and San Siro Stadium). Fink Alex Forbes has signed an Administration deal with The Royalty Network; Inc. Alex is a professional is an exceptional producer, guitarist, and lyricist, known for his highly emotive, original, ‘all killer, songwriter in New York who's had a bunch of Billboard hits since 1985, plus other songs in feature films no-filler’ approach to songwriting. His works are published through our Tenyor Music (BMI). and on TV, etc. She also teaches songwriting courses in the Steinhardt School at NYU and at Gotham Kazha Hornsby (p/k/a ‘Sizzle’) has signed an Administration Agreement with The Royalty Network.