Legendary Hiplife artist Qweci Ded Buddy has voiced his disappointment over the minimal royalties he receives from the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO).
GHAMRO, established in 1993, aims to collect and distribute royalties equitably to Ghanaian musicians. However, the organization has faced accusations of inefficiency and corruption.
Despite releasing his critically acclaimed debut album in 1998, followed by numerous hit albums and songs, Ded Buddy revealed in an interview with GhanaWeekend that he received a mere GHC150 in royalties from GHAMRO over two years ago.
Ded Buddy, who is currently out with his new single “Favour”, emphasised the situation’s gravity.
The ‘Yebesa’ hitmaker expressed his frustration with the current system, suggesting its inadequacy in compensating music creators fairly.
Born Eric Turkson, Ded Buddy was widely admired for his R&B style of songs such as ‘Yebesa’, which made him a toast back in the day. He travelled to seek greener pastures and is now back in the music scene.
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