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Veteran Ghanaian musician and dancer Slim Buster has criticized what he describes as selfishness among contemporary musicians, accusing them of failing to support collaborations with older artistes.
Speaking in an interview on Adom TV, he expressed concern about divisions within Ghana’s music industry and the attitudes some established performers encounter when approaching younger musicians for joint projects.
Slim Buster recalled an unsuccessful attempt to arrange a collaboration through an intermediary. According to him, the request was abruptly rejected, leaving him disappointed by what he considered a lack of respect for veteran performers.
He also cited an alleged experience involving fellow musician Nana Kwame, who travelled to Ghana hoping to record with a contemporary hitmaker.
Slim Buster claimed the younger artiste declined because he regarded Nana Kwame’s most successful years as being behind him and viewed the proposed collaboration as an effort to revive his career.
The veteran musician argued that such attitudes weaken relationships across generations and limit opportunities for the industry to grow. He urged artistes to look beyond their individual careers and recognise the value of working with musicians whose contributions helped shape Ghanaian music.
His remarks have drawn mixed reactions from entertainment commentators. DJ Slim, Baaba Cann and Listowel were among those who challenged his position, arguing that musicians have the right to decline collaborations when they do not see a suitable creative or business fit.
The discussion has raised broader questions about how Ghana’s music industry can maintain respect for veteran performers while recognizing the artistic independence of younger musicians.
Source: Omanghana
