Reggie Rockstone has expressed deep concern over the “toxic” and divisive nature of fan rivalries, using his position as an industry elder to urge artists to unite for the global stage.
Identifying himself as the “grandpapa memor,” Rockstone explained his often-public role in mediating disputes between camps.
“They have a profound respect for me… and I knew both factions before they became superstars.” He described the dynamic saying; “They act like spoilt children complaining to their father for attention.”
While acknowledging that friendly rivalry is part of hip-hop’s “territorial” DNA, he lamented how the current climate has evolved.
“The fragmentation of the fan base is and it’s getting wider,” he observed. “Division doesn’t sell Ghana.”
His message was a call for a collective focus and maturity. “You got to open these doors for the next ones coming,” he stated, advocating for a unified front to promote Ghanaian music internationally.
He illustrated this by proposing a hypothetical presidential initiative: “Choose 10 top acts and we’re going to do tours in five countries across the globe. Celebrate Ghana.”
For Rockstone, this collaborative spirit is essential for the industry’s growth, arguing that infighting only weakens their collective power and global potential.
