Derrick Manny, an entertainment critic and blogger, made a bold statement that winning awards does not solely depend on talent and creativity but that larger record labels also play a significant role.
Derrick asserted that large record labels played a significant role in helping artists secure awards. Speaking in an interview with Obaapa Janee on Ahotor FM 92.3 today, 4th June 2024 after the Ghana Telecel Music Award(TGMA) last Saturday.
”The influence of major record labels is crucial in determining which artists receive awards, often overshadowing talent and creativity,” he said.
Manny added that the significant impact and backing that major record labels offer to their artists. This implies that winning awards may not solely depend on talent and creativity, but also on the support from large labels.
He also mentioned that Stonebwoy winning the Artist of the Year award might be attributed to the influence of his well-known record label. This was despite the popular belief that King Promise was a strong contender for the award, given the widespread exposure of his song on music platforms and its impressive streaming numbers.
Derrick Manny’s statement sparked a broader conversation about the dynamics of the music industry and the impact of corporate influence on artistic recognition.
Story by Obaapa Janee/ahotoronline.com
