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12 Sep

I Assumed Stonebwoy Knew – Mr Drew Speaks On ‘Eat’ Saga

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Ghanaian musician Mr. Drew has spoken up on the controversy that met his collaboration with Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy. It could be recalled that in June 2023, Mr. Drew featured Stonebwoy on a track titled “Eat”. However, reports emerged that the song was reported to Nigerian-American actor and singe Rotimir for alleged copyright infringement as it resembled his song "Love Riddim." Consequently, Rotimi took swift action to have "Eat" removed from all streaming platforms due to copyright violations. In response, Stonebwoy claimed he had no knowledge that the song was a cover of Rotimi's work. He revealed that he had reached out to Rotimi on Instagram,…

07 Sep

Mr Drew Reveals Why He Prefers sakora

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Ghanaian music sensation and dancer, Andrew Nii Commey Otoo, known by the stage Mr Drew, has disclosed why he chose to go bald. In an interview with media personalities Cookie Tee and Naa Ashokor, on TV3’s Newday show on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The ‘Case’ hitmaker detailed that he intentionally shaves all the hair on his head because his hairline is receding, adding that he does not also like his ‘V shape’. ”So my hairline is receding and I don’t like the V shape, so I just shaved everything. If you are not nice you cannot rock a bald head,”…

21 Aug

I’m Leaving My Share Of Royalties With Highly Spiritual Music – Mr Drew

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Ghanaian Highlife and Afrobeats musician, Mr. Drew, has revealed that he would be leaving his share of royalties earned on his music with his former record label; Highly Spiritual as a show of gratitude. He revealed this on Showbiz 360 with Giovanni Caleb on August 18, 2023, where he expressed his profound gratitude to his former label, Highly Spiritual, and manager; Kaywa. "I want to use this platform to thank highly spiritual music, especially Papa Kaywa for working with me for 5 years. It's not been easy and I want to say thank you to him. I am even leaving…

02 Aug

I Wouldn’t Have Signed The Contract With Highly Spiritual If I Had A Lawyer – Mr Drew

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Ghanaian musician Mr. Drew has opened up about his contract with Kaywa’s Highly Spiritual label, expressing regret for not seeking legal advice before signing it. During an Instagram live session, Mr. Drew acknowledged Kaywa’s unwavering support for his talent but admitted that if he had consulted with a lawyer at the time, he would have declined the contract. He realized that his mistake was not having legal representation, which led to overlooking certain loopholes in the agreement. “I should have had a lawyer review the contract from Kaywa’s label. When I eventually had a lawyer look at it, we discovered…

14 Jul

Mr. Drew And Lasmid ‘Pull Out’ Of The 2023 ‘Ghana Party In The Park’ Set To Be Held In The UK

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Ghanaian musicians, Mr. Drew, and Lasmid have both announced via their social media handles that they won’t be able to perform at the 2023 'Ghana Party in the Park' event which is scheduled to take place in the UK on Saturday, July 15, 2023. The former Highly Spiritual artistes, however, did not provide any reason why the last-hour announcement was made. Instead, they stated that their reasons for pulling out of the concert were beyond their control. They apologized to expectant fans and promise to make up for the inconvenience. Sources say, that the artistes might not have gotten their…

13 Jul

Krymi Was Writing Songs For Mr Drew But We Never Gave His Songs To Him – Kaywa Clarifies

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Popular music producer, Kaywa, has denied claims that Krymi’s songs were given to Mr Drew. The CEO of Highly Spiritual Music set the record straight in an interview with ZionFelix. When asked about the rumour, Kaywa said Krymi’s songs were never given to Mr Drew. He, however, clarified that there were times Krymi was writing songs for his label mate. Kaywa indicated that Krymi wrote “Ei Diana Asamoah” part for Drew in their ‘Dwe’ song. The well-known music producer also revealed why Mr Drew was pushed more than Krymi at a point. According to him, they gave much attention to…

03 Jul

Kaywa, Mr. Drew & Matters Arising

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Legendary producer and honcho of Highly Spiritual Music (HSM), Kaywa has, in the last month lost two budding artistes from his label, Mr. Drew and Lasmid. It is not the first time artistes are exiting the label since its inception and it won’t the last. Artistes sign on and exit labels all the time, some in a cordial and mutual manner while others, in such an acrimonious state – and life goes on. On Mr Drew and Kaywa, it is clear that regardless of the circumstances that shrouded their split, both seem to have moved on: Mr Drew releasing new…

29 Jun

Mimi Andani Tears Into Naana Blu; Counters Mr. Drew

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Ghanaian musician and CEO of Golden Movie Awards, Mimi Andani Micheals, has responded to Mr Drew's recent statement suggesting that record labels also benefit from artistes. In light of the ongoing rift with her former signee, Naana Blu, Mimi Andani expressed her disappointment and labelled her as "ungrateful." In an exclusive report by 3xtra.net, Mimi Andani emphasized the efforts made by her record label, The Darling's Record Label, in grooming and developing Naana Blu and six other artistes. She invested significant resources and dedicated one to two years to their growth, with a unique focus on live performances, on-set etiquette, and grooming. Mimi Andani stated, "I hope…

27 Jun

Mr. Drew Recounts How A Nima Crowd Stood Aloof, Unshaken, During A Stage Performance

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Ghanaian musician Mr. Drew has recounted his encounter with a ‘stubborn’ audience during a stage performance at the Nima Salafest. He disclosed this in a conversation with GhanaWeb's Elsie Lamar, while sharing his approach to connecting with fans during performances. Drew said he often interact with his fans to create a personal touch that fosters a deeper connection and an immersive experience. However, when he took to the stage at the recently held Salafest in Nima, Mr. Drew said the initial response from the crowd was quite unfriendly from what he had anticipated. "When they introduced me, the crowd remained…

22 Jun

‘You’re Not Doing Artistes A Favour If They’re Signed To Your Label; You Make Profit Too’ – Mr. Drew To Managers

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Mr. Drew has asked kicked against the narrative that seeks to describe the works of artiste managers and record label owners as ‘rendering favours’ instead of ‘the execution of duties’. According to him, artistes and their management, usually form a partnership and there is an exchange of benefits from both ends when profits start setting in. In an exclusive conversation on GhanaWebTV, he told Talkertainment host, Elsie Lamar, the ‘This Year’ hitmaker said, “If somebody is on a label to work, it's work. Don’t see it as the label is giving you the platform or the opportunity. You are there…