Renowned Ghanaian DJ turned pastor, Victor Kpakpo Addo Jnr, popularly known as Azigiza Jnr, says advancements in technology have made it easier to succeed in the music industry today compared to when he was active.
In an exclusive interview with GhanaWeekend, Azigiza Jnr reflected on the changes in the music landscape while sharing updates on his personal life.
“I’ve been around, doing God’s work and raising my family, that’s the most important thing,” he said. “I’ve been married for 23 years. I have a 22-year-old son and an 18-year-old daughter who is now entering university.”
Comparing his era to the present, he noted the huge impact of technology. “In our days, when you were recording, you had to use manpower. If the lights went off, you had to start all over again. Now, one person can be in the studio and edit everything.”
He explained that back then, DJs had to manually mix music, making synchronization difficult. “When I was Africa’s number one DJ, we used manpower to mix. The metronome wasn’t the same. Now, you lock the BPM and you’re mixing it’s much easier to be a star today.”
While he acknowledged that technology has opened doors for many, he added that true talent still stands out over time. “It’s easier to be on top, so everybody can be there. But along the line, separation dey happen,” he said in Pidgin.
He also highlighted how access to global platforms has changed the game. “I saw some guys in South Africa, and Beyoncé invited them. Those days, with only GTV, who go see you?”
Azigiza Jnr was a dominant figure in African entertainment in the 1990s before transitioning into ministry.
