Hits and Jams defends performance by Spice, Skillibeng at Super Concert

In light of recent comments by Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton that Dancehall artistes Spice and Skillibeng’s performances at the recently concluded Cricket Carnival Super Concerts were damaging to the moral fibre of Guyana, Chief Executive Officer of Hits and Jams Entertainment, Rawle Ferguson believes that his comments are unfair.
Ferguson stated that the Dancehall culture is widely followed and loved by many, including Guyanese, while noting that the patrons at these concerts are well aware of the style of entertainment provided by the artistes.
In addition, Norton stated that the two artistes are creating conditions for men to be abusive to women with the derogatory content of their music.

But Ferguson believes that social media and the internet, which are accessible by all, are probably the biggest influencers of behaviour in society.
Both Spice and Skillibeng have a combined Instagram following of almost five million, which he believes is a clear indication that their music is liked and accepted by many.
Spice is a Grammy-nominated artiste and Skillibeng is also a chart-topping performer who has received a number of accolades from the music industry. Additionally, both artistes have travelled and performed around the world before massive crowds.
The duo also performed in Guyana on numerous occasions with the full support of fans from all walks of life. On this note, the CEO is unsure as to the reason for the recent comments by the Opposition leader.
The Cricket Carnival was hosted in collaboration with CPL, the Government of Guyana with the support of corporate Guyana.