Comedian Eric Omondi has been under fire after saying the music industry in Kenya is dead.
In an explosive interview with Jalas, Eric said that local artists have been reduced to ‘curtain-raisers’ for international acts and they are not paid well.
Several musicians have gone ham on the comedian, accusing him of undermining them.
However, singer Akothee has taken sides with Eric Omondi, faulting Kenyan musicians for settling for less.
The singer said that she does not take less than KSh 1 million to perform on stage.
“Some artists collect petty cash for performance, curtain-raising for artistes from outside the country, in the name of being given a platform. You can’t find me with my zero talent in such nonsense.
In Kenya if you are a promoter and you don’t have 1 million, don’t call my manager, for me I am selling a brand,” Akothee wrote.
BY MPASHO NEWS
