GHAMRO’s Royalties: Ded Buddy Discloses Receiving Only GHC120 in Two Years
Hiplife artist Qweci Ded Buddy has expressed disappointment in the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) for the minimal royalties he has received from the organization.
GHAMRO, established in 1993 to collect and distribute royalties to Ghanaian musicians, has faced criticism for inefficiency and corruption.
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Despite his contributions to the music industry, including the release of a critically acclaimed debut album in 1998, Ded Buddy revealed in an interview with GhanaWeekend that he received a meager GHC120 in royalties from GHAMRO over the past two years.
Ded Buddy, currently promoting his new single “Favour,” highlighted the seriousness of the situation.
The artist expressed frustration with the existing system, citing its inadequacy in providing fair compensation to music creators.
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Born Eric Turkson, Ded Buddy gained popularity for his R&B-style songs such as ‘Yebesa.’
Despite seeking opportunities abroad, he has returned to the music scene, shedding light on the challenges faced by artists regarding royalty payments.
The revelation by Ded Buddy speaks to some of the challenges faced by musicians engaged in entertainment in Ghana.
