CLEAN : Afrobeats put Ghana back on international music scene

The transcript discusses the influence of highlife music on the artist's work, blending traditional and foreign music styles to appeal globally. It highlights the complexity of Ghanaian music compared to other African regions and the rise of Afrobeats in global music scenes. Additionally, it addresses issues with music royalties and playlist tracking.

What is a significant influence on the speaker's music style?

• Jazz

• Highlife

• Rock

• Classical

How does the speaker describe their music in terms of cultural elements?

• Strictly local

• Purely traditional

• Only modern

• A mix of traditional and foreign

What makes Ghanaian music stand out according to the speaker?

• Complexity and advanced structure

• Uniform beats

• Lack of rhythm

• Simple melodies

Which region's music is described as having straightforward rhythms?

• South Africa

• North Africa

• East Africa

• West Africa

What genre has gained popularity in the diaspora over the past five years?

• Country

• Blues

• Afrobeats

• Reggae

What challenge do musicians face regarding compensation?

• Lack of talent

• No access to instruments

• Inadequate collection of playlists

• Too many concerts

What role do radio and TV stations play in the music industry according to the speaker?

• They perform live shows

• They create music

• They collect money for musicians

• They teach music