Renowned Nigerian hype man, Do2dtun, has voiced his concerns over the exorbitant fees charged by local artists for live performances. Encouraging DJs and hypemen to reevaluate their rate cards, he emphasized the need for a more inclusive approach to ensure increased opportunities for their services.
“Hypeman and DJs, please adjust your rate cards. It’s time to cook and clean. Thank you to our wonderful musicians for being so kind and too expensive to book. We will perform your songs on your behalf,” expressed Do2dtun, highlighting the necessity for a balanced and fair compensation system within the industry.
Addressing what he perceives as a significant issue within the Nigerian music scene, Do2dtun pointed out that local entertainers contribute to the challenges faced by the industry. He specifically criticized the trend of artists charging fees in dollars instead of the national currency, Naira, arguing that it undermines the collaborative spirit that built the Afrobeat genre.
“This Afrobeat we all built together, na Una go use Una hands spoil am. You now charge your own people in dollars. Forget to unlock the togetherness the genre gives you and your people. Quite strange and bizarre,” he remarked, shedding light on the potential negative impact of such practices on the unity and growth of the music industry.