Mr Drew Shares Interest In Joining New Record Label After Parting Ways With Kaywa

• Mr Drew has expressed interest in joining a new record label after staying independent since leaving Kaywa's Highly Spiritual Music
• In an interview with Jason El-A, the musician opined that he had been approached by one record label and was still contemplating the offer
• The musician left Kaywa's camp after he completed his five-year contract with the label, releasing multiple hits under the music producer
• YEN.com.gh got in touch with seasoned entertainment pundit and well-known figure in the music business, Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, who highlighted the impact record labels have

Ghanaian musician Mr Drew has hinted at a possible move to a new record label. Since his departure from his former record label, he has spent time as an independent artist.

Mr Drew mentioned this during a recent interview with Jason El-A on Max24 TV, where the musician shared that he had been approached by one record label and was still contemplating the offer.

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Mr Drew initially gained prominence under the guidance of Kaywa at Highly Spiritual Music after his stint at MTN Hitmaker.

The label, founded by renowned music producer and engineer Kaywa, was instrumental in Mr Drew's rise to fame. During his five-year tenure with the label, Mr Drew released multiple hits, establishing himself as a household name in Ghanaian music.

Mr Drew: leaving Kaywa was mutual

However, Mr Drew's relationship with Highly Spiritual Music was not without its trials. After fulfilling his contract, he decided to part ways with the label due to alleged unfavourable terms and conditions that he discovered in the agreement.

Despite these difficulties, Mr Drew emphasised that his departure from Highly Spiritual Music was mutual and amicable.

In an earlier interview, he explained that there was no conflict between him and the label, and he expressed gratitude for the opportunities and experiences he gained while working with Kaywa and his team.

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The importance of record labels

Over the years, record labels have been regarded by many as a necessary evil. Some factions in the music industry have viewed their impact as positive, while others have viewed them as negative. YEN.com.gh got in touch with a seasoned entertainment pundit and a knowledgeable figure in the music space, Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, who highlighted the key elements that make record labels important. Speaking to YEN, he said:

Record labels are an essential part of the business; they have the funding where most people do not. They cater to all the major costs and are essential to the growth of the industry. There isn't a one size fit all method when it comes to whether you sign to a record label or not but as an artist review your position and make the right decision. Also, get a lawyer to take care of contracts when dealing with labels.

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Lynx Entertainment signs Eric Toscar.

In a similar story by YEN.com.gh, Lynx Entertainment has signed seasoned media and music executive Eric Agyapong-Mensah, popularly known as Eric Toscar, to their team.

He will lead the A&R and artist management activities for the record label's new project, St. Lennon. Eric Toscar spoke to YEN.com.gh about his vision for the role at the label.

Proofread by Bruce Douglas, senior copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh