The Liberian music scene has been shaken this week after "Fluxii", one of the country’s rising female voices, publicly revealed that she is no longer with her record label, "DMG Music". The announcement stunned fans — not only because of the sudden split, but because Fluxii also claims that her "official Facebook fan page with over 100,000 followers was seized, deactivated, and renamed" after the contract ended.
Despite the setback, Fluxii has already rebuilt quickly, gathering "over 34,000 new followers on her fresh Facebook page" in just a matter of days. But behind the numbers lies a deeper industry concern that has sparked debate across Liberia.
Fluxii Breaks Her Silence
Three days ago, Fluxii released an emotional statement detailing her version of events.
"Summary of Fluxii’s Statement"
Fluxii says she is heartbroken because the Facebook page she built "before signing any contract" — through her own music, talent, and supporters — was taken over without her consent. She claims:
"Her page was "deactivated and rebranded" after she terminated her contract.
"She no longer has access to her own name, brand, or audience on that platform.
"Posts are being made on the page "as if she still manages it", even though she is locked out.
"She feels silenced and misrepresented while fans are being confused by activity on the page.
"She ended the contract because she says she was "not treated fairly", but insists that ending the agreement should not mean losing control of her identity or creative platforms.
"She rejects the claim that she “forfeited” her rights, arguing that no artist can forfeit something they created themselves.
"She is pursuing "legal and peaceful" steps to retrieve her official pages.
"She thanked her supporters for standing with her during what she describes as the "darkest moment of her career", promising that she will rise again.
Overall, her message expressed "pain, betrayal, exhaustion, and determination."
Liberians React with Support and Outrage
The moment Fluxii released her statement, the music community erupted. Many fans sided with her, calling for the return of her page and demanding fairness for artists. Her new page’s rapid growth shows how loyal her fanbase remains.
However, not everyone is convinced — and some industry players have called for more details before taking sides.
DMG Music Responds to the Controversy
DMG Music later issued a lengthy and firm statement addressed to the Liberian music community.
"Key Points From DMG’s Message"
DMG argues:
"They appreciate the love shown to Fluxii, but believe the public is being misled.
"Many people loudly supporting her now did "not support her career when it mattered" — sharing her music, attending shows, or promoting her fairly.
"Some of the loudest voices online even "charged her money" to post her work, which DMG calls hypocritical.
"They warn that supporting an artist who terminates a contract early" without considering consequences sets a dangerous standard for the Liberian music industry.
"If this continues, investors and labels will hesitate to support artists, fearing their legal agreements can be ignored due to public pressure."
DMG insists that contracts exist to protect both sides and says abandoning them based on public reaction harms the entire industry.
They reaffirm their commitment to the long-term growth and structure of Liberian music.
Their message suggests that Fluxii’s departure may have violated certain terms — though they did not publicly reveal the specific contractual issue.
A Divided Industry, A Growing Conversation
Fluxii’s situation has sparked a much bigger debate:
Should artists keep control of their social media pages?
Many say "yes", arguing that pages built before signing a contract are part of the artist’s identity.
Do labels deserve protection for their investments?
DMG and its supporters say yes, pointing to the need for structure, professionalism, and legal respect.
Is the Liberian industry ready for stronger business standards?
Both sides indirectly say yes — but the path there remains contested.
What’s Next for Fluxii?
Despite the chaos, Fluxii’s momentum hasn’t slowed. In just a few days:
She rebuilt her presence
Reconnected with supporters
Maintained public sympathy
Sparked national conversation about artist rights
Whether legally or through negotiation, fans are hoping she regains access to her original platforms.
As Fluxii herself said:
"I’m still trusting the process.”
For now, Liberia watches closely as one of its rising stars fights for her name, her brand, and her voice.
Written by, First Lady, Augustina Kou Monpleh
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