Here’s the official scoop from Mathew Knowles: “The decision for Beyoncé and Music World Entertainment to part was mutual. We did great things together, and I know that she will continue to conquer new territories in music and entertainment. Currently, I am very focused on the tremendous investment that our record label has made in the gospel/inspirational genre of music and on our supremely talented roster of artists, including Trin-i-tee 5:7, Brian Courtney Wilson, Juanita Bynum, Micah Stampley, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Pastor Rudy and others.”
Mathew Knowles added that “Music World will continue its partnership with Sony with Destiny’s Child,” and that “business is business and family is family. I love my daughter and am very proud of who she is and all that she has achieved. I look forward to her continued great success.”
Back in January, 2009, Kelly Rowland exited Music World Entertainment, after her 2007 critically acclaimed album, Ms. Kelly. Back then, Rowland and Knowles released a joint statement about the separation: “After a very positive meeting between Kelly Rowland and myself, we have amicably agreed to end our professional relationship,” he said in the statement. “… We will always be family first and foremost, and as a dad I only have love for Kelly.”
In October of 2009, Solange Knowles separated from the Interscope Geffen label, but is reportedly working on new music.
Mathew Knowles is sure to stay busy with his management deals and his UK female group, From Above. Knowles stated that Music World Entertainment will also “continue to develop the Music World family of labels: Music World Country/Compadre, Music World Kids and Music World Music.”
