Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Friday, May 16, 2025

Songs Music Publishing Links Up with Native Tongue

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songs-logoSongs Music Publishing, who last week announced a multi-million dollar publishing deal with “Royal” singer/songwriter, Lorde, have joined forces with Melbourne/Auckland-based music publir Native Tongue to administer their roster of songwriters in Australia and New Zealand.The deal includes Songs’ roster of 350 contemporary songwriters including artists Diplo, Nelly, The Weeknd, Conor Oberst and Lorde. Songs specialises in collecting royalties not just from traditional channels like radio airplay, but streaming and internet radio services like Spotifiy and Pandora.Songs Founder and CEO Matt Pincus said, “We are thrilled to have teamed up with them to maximize the opportunities for all of our writers in Australia and New Zealand.”Native Tongue managing director Chris Gough said,”We are very proud to be associated with such a progressive company and to be the local representative for such an incredibly talented roster of writers and artists.”

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