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Creators’ Rights Movement

Voices of the Movement

Meet the spokespeople and brand ambassadors helping advance creator education, ownership, protection, and advocacy across the creative community.

Representing The Movement

Official Spokespeople

Creators’ Rights Movement spokespeople help communicate the organization’s mission and educate creators about their rights. They participate in public discussions, support advocacy initiatives, represent the movement at events, and engage directly with media and creative communities nationwide.

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Ricky Abernathy

Official Spokesperson

Recording Artist · Funk & Soul

Legendary recording artist and co-founder / former lead vocalist of the iconic funk group Lakeside Express (Lakeside). With decades in the music industry, Ricky is a bridge between classic soul/funk and today’s creator economy. He advocates for legacy artists to retain ownership of their life’s work and pass it down forever.

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Frankie Sly

Official Spokesperson

Recording Artist · Songwriter · DJ

Acclaimed Reggae and Dancehall recording artist, songwriter, DJ and performer known for his sound and powerful stage presence. Frankie uses his platform to speak out for independent artists’ rights, fair streaming pay, and protection from AI exploitation and copyright infringement.

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Shawn Mims

Official Spokesperson

Recording Artist · Hip-Hop

Platinum-selling recording artist best known for the international hits “This Is Why I’m Hot” and “Like This.” As a veteran of both major label and independent success, Mims brings firsthand experience on the importance of owning your masters and intellectual property.

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Andrew “Akustix” White

Official Spokesperson

Recording Artist · Reggae

JUNO Award-nominated Canadian Reggae recording artist. Best known for his single “Mandela” (2014 JUNO nomination – Reggae Recording of the Year), he has worked with legends like Sly & Robbie and Dean Fraser. He champions producers’ and songwriters’ rights to be credited, paid, and protected in the age of AI.

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Phabian S-Quire Winfield

Official Spokesperson

Filmmaker · Recording Artist · Author

Award-winning filmmaker, recording artist, and author from Hempstead, NY. Writer and director of the 2025 breakout documentary “The Making of a Moment,” narrated by WBLS legend Lenny Green. With 15+ years in Hip-Hop and a unique perspective as both artist and federal officer, he advocates for filmmakers and musicians to own their stories forever.

Carrying The Message Forward

Brand Ambassadors

Brand Ambassadors help expand awareness of the Creators’ Rights Movement and connect the organization with creative communities. They promote education around creator rights and support the movement through their platforms, networks, and public engagement.

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Ylah Amore

Brand Ambassador

Recording Artist · Singer · Songwriter

Dynamic recording artist, singer, and songwriter with a captivating fusion of R&B, Soul, and Gospel. Ylah represents the next generation of women creators fighting for creative freedom, ownership, and generational wealth.

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Lamughn Latham

Brand Ambassador

Recording Artist · Gospel

Rising recording Gospel artist and performer known for his authentic storytelling and soulful vocal style. Lamughn is passionate about educating young creators on business, copyright, and building a legacy from their art.

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Standing Together for Creators

The Creators’ Rights Movement brings creators, advocates, industry professionals, and supporters together around a shared goal: helping creators understand their rights, protect their work, maintain ownership, and build stronger creative futures.

All spokespeople and ambassadors are available for interviews, performances, and community panels on behalf of the Creators’ Rights Movement Tour. Media inquiries: crmmedia@creatorsrightsmovement.com.