Renowned sound engineer “Hammer” endorses Bawumia’s vision to digitize Ghanaian music industry
Mr. Edward Nana Poku Osei, popularly known as “Hammer,” a respected figure in the music industry, has thrown his support behind Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, the Vice-President of Ghana, endorsing his initiative to digitize the music industry.
Hammer expressed optimism about the transformative potential of this move, emphasizing its benefits for artists and the industry as a whole.
Hammer highlighted the significance of digitization in not only benefiting artists but also in elevating Ghanaian music onto the global stage.
With the backing of influential figures like Dr. Bawumia and government support, he believes that the music industry in Ghana is poised for unprecedented growth, poised to make a significant impact on the country’s economy.
As someone deeply entrenched in the industry for many years, Hammer underscored his understanding of the challenges faced by musicians and producers in Ghana.
He firmly believes that the digitalization of the music industry will open up numerous opportunities for artists, enabling them to reach wider audiences both locally and internationally.
One of the major advantages of digitization, according to Hammer, lies in the enhancement of local streaming platforms.
He noted that many local users in Ghana lack access to international streaming platforms due to a lack of credit cards, limiting their ability to support local artists.
By introducing local streaming sites that accept mobile money payments, Hammer believes more people will have access to Ghanaian music, leading to increased exposure and recognition for local talent.
Hammer commended Dr. Bawumia’s vision to provide tax incentives for the local music industry, recognizing its potential to significantly boost industry growth.
He emphasized that these incentives will provide artists with much-needed financial stability, ultimately translating into better quality music production. Moreover, increased patronage of Ghanaian music will contribute to the country’s economy while promoting Ghana’s rich cultural heritage to the global community.
Dr. Bawumia, in outlining his vision for Ghanaians, reiterated the importance of the music industry in Ghana and its potential to drive the country’s development.
Recognizing the challenges faced by the industry, he underscored his commitment to addressing them through initiatives like digitization and tax incentives, demonstrating his dedication to supporting the growth and prosperity of the music sector.
