I am an experienced pragmatic, versatile, and open-minded music professional with a vision and goal-driven mindset. As a certified record label executive and recording artist, I bring 10+ years of consultancy, music production across Pop, R&B, Reggae, Gospel, Afrobeat, hip hop and house, plus artist development, A&R, marketing, and release planning. I have worked with high-profile clients and within global organisations, acting as an effective interface between business and creativity. In leadership roles at Playground Entertainment and 2645 Records, I’ve steered end-to-end production lifecycles, built major campaigns, and driven innovation in fan engagement, while also contributing as a songwriter, producer and performer on multiple projects. I am a voting member of the Recording Academy.

Paul Dairo

I am an experienced pragmatic, versatile, and open-minded music professional with a vision and goal-driven mindset. As a certified record label executive and recording artist, I bring 10+ years of consultancy, music production across Pop, R&B, Reggae, Gospel, Afrobeat, hip hop and house, plus artist development, A&R, marketing, and release planning. I have worked with high-profile clients and within global organisations, acting as an effective interface between business and creativity. In leadership roles at Playground Entertainment and 2645 Records, I’ve steered end-to-end production lifecycles, built major campaigns, and driven innovation in fan engagement, while also contributing as a songwriter, producer and performer on multiple projects. I am a voting member of the Recording Academy.

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I am an experienced pragmatic, versatile, and open-minded music professional with a vision and goal-driven mindset. As a certified record label executive and recording artist, I bring 10+ years of consultancy, music production across Pop, R&B, Reggae, Gospel, Afrobeat, hip hop and house, plus artist development, A&R, marketing, and release planning.

I have worked with high-profile clients and within global organisations, acting as an effective interface between business and creativity. In leadership roles at Playground Entertainment and 2645 Records, I’ve steered end-to-end production lifecycles, built major campaigns, and driven innovation in fan engagement, while also contributing as a songwriter, producer and performer on multiple projects. I am a voting member of the Recording Academy.

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Work Experience

Music Composer at VoiceEXP/Tunecu 5er
February 1, 2023 - Present
Created original music for films, commercials, and digital campaigns across EDM, jazz, rock, pop, reggae, afrobeats; handled composition, arrangement, recording, mixing, and mastering; collaborated with directors, editors and marketing teams to shape sound direction and deliver broadcast-ready audio on tight timelines.
Recording Artist at 2645 Records
January 1, 2012 - October 1, 2014
Signed as a songwriter under the label; released a single titled 'On Top of the World' marketed on all platforms worldwide; produced several songs for the A&R team; managed end-to-end production lifecycle; talent scouting, coaching and mentoring; contributed to global marketing campaigns and Black Music initiatives.
Record Executive / Music Producer / CEO at PLAYGROUND ENTERTAINMENT
February 1, 2002 - November 1, 2011
Organised press conferences with PR consultants; artist development and brand management; built marketing strategies for clients; managed sales cycles and industry relationships; coordinated with internal teams and external partners; contributed vocal work on recording projects and jingles.
Recording Artist / Music Producer at KENNIS MUSIC LTD
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002
Signed as a recording artist under the label; released two albums; toured; produced for other label artists (Azadus, Kenny St. Brown, Tony Tetuila, Essence).
Music Composer at VoiceEXP / Tunecu 5er
February 1, 2023 - Present
Created original music for films, commercials, and digital campaigns across diverse genres; produced tracks; scored scenes and built thematic cues; collaborated with directors, editors, and marketing teams to shape sound direction; managed composition, arrangement, recording, mixing, and mastering; delivered broadcast-ready audio on tight timelines.

Education

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Qualifications

Higher National Diploma Mechanical Engineering
January 11, 2030 - March 10, 2026
Certificate in Music Therapy
January 1, 2019 - March 10, 2026
Project, Programme, Portfolio Management Professional
January 1, 2010 - March 10, 2026
Masters in Music Business
September 1, 2026 - March 10, 2026
Certificate in Music Therapy
January 1, 2019 - March 10, 2026
Project, Programme, Portfolio Management Professional
January 1, 2010 - March 10, 2026
Microsoft Office Package
January 1, 2007 - March 10, 2026
Microsoft Office Package
January 1, 2010 - March 10, 2026
Microsoft Office Package
January 1, 2013 - March 10, 2026
Higher National Diploma Mechanical Engineering
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
Certificate in Music Therapy
January 1, 2019 - March 11, 2026
Masters in Music Business
September 1, 2026 - March 11, 2026
Project, Programme, Portfolio Management Professional
January 1, 2010 - March 11, 2026
Certificate in Music Therapy
January 1, 2019 - March 11, 2026
Masters in Music Business
September 1, 2026 - March 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other