‘I haven’t received royalties for 12 years’ – Slim Buster
Veteran musician and dancer Slim Buster has revealed that he has not received royalties from the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) for the past 12 years. The revelation came during his appearance on Hitz FM’s Cruise Control with Mercury Quaye, where he was asked whether he had been enjoying the fruit of his labour. Despite […]
Legendary musician and dancer Slim Buster has disclosed that he has not been receiving royalties from the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) for a span of twelve years. This information surfaced during his appearance on Hitz FM’s Cruise Control with Mercury Quaye, when he was questioned about whether he benefits from his work.
Despite his extensive discography, which attests to his years in the music business, Slim Buster stated that he has been completely excluded from the revenue collection agency. When asked about the reason behind the prolonged hiatus, especially considering his years spent outside Ghana, he disclosed that the issue is attributed to modifications in the royalty management system.
He compared the scenario to updating a mobile phone - where an update should enhance the existing system while maintaining the stored information. However, Slim Buster was informed that the outdated system was erased prior to the new one being implemented. Consequently, artists impacted by this change were required to re-register their works.
Slim Buster expressed no inclination to dispute the matter, given his belief that such an argument would not yield a resolution. His predicament joins the growing list of artists who have cast doubt on GHAMRO's efficiency.
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