- Quaye calls out artists who say they don’t know how to submit, urging them to take control
- He urges musicians to use technology to find answers and stop making excuses
- Quaye says artists shouldn't wait for others to teach them, as all the info is online
George Quaye, the former head of communications at Charterhouse, organizers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), has encouraged artists to take a more active role in the awards process.
In response to concerns raised by some artists regarding the submission and nomination procedure, Quaye spoke on Daybreak Hitz, advising musicians to educate themselves about the process instead of claiming ignorance.
“If you want to submit your work for the Grammys, do you ask anyone to teach you? You need to show interest. If I were a musician, I’d be embarrassed to go on air and say I don’t know how to submit my work for the TGMA,” he told Andy Dosty.
He pointed out that all the relevant information is available on the TGMA website and urged musicians to take the initiative to learn and complete their submissions properly.
“Should Robert come to your house to show you how to do it? The scheme has been around for 25 years. If you can’t do it yourself, get someone to help. But to go on radio or social media and say, ‘I don’t know,’ is something to be ashamed of,” he stated.
Quaye further emphasized that with today’s technology, there’s no excuse for not accessing the necessary information. “In 2025, with all the technology available, if I Google ‘how to submit my forms to Charterhouse,’ I’ll find the answer. There are many people who can assist you,” he added.
His comments serve as a reminder to musicians to take responsibility for their careers, be proactive in seeking information, and avoid making excuses.
