Bow Wow, the renowned MC, continues to express his disappointment with the state of hip hop in 2023, specifically calling out the negligence of record labels’ A&R executives. In a Twitter outburst on Monday, Bow Wow questioned whether these labels truly care about the artists they sign.
Key Takeaway
Bow Wow expresses frustration with the current state of hip hop in 2023 and specifically targets the lack of artist development by record labels. He urges these labels to prioritize nurturing talent and believes that some promising artists are being overlooked.
Drawing an analogy from sports, Bow Wow compared artists releasing music without proper training to a boxer stepping into the ring unprepared. He firmly believes that artists need guidance and development before their music is put out into the world.
According to Bow Wow, the artists and repertoire individuals, responsible for discovering and nurturing new talent, are failing to fulfill their duties. He suggests that they are slacking off and not providing the support necessary for the creation of quality hip hop music.
While Bow Wow’s criticisms of the current music scene went viral earlier this year at the BET Awards, he feels that his message has not resonated with artists who are focused on producing high-quality hip hop.
KXNG Crooked, another prominent figure in the industry, has recently echoed Bow Wow’s sentiments. He shares the belief that today’s record labels are being operated by individuals who lack competence, resulting in a chaotic environment for both artists and listeners.
Despite his criticisms, Bow Wow did recognize a few up-and-coming artists who he believes deserve more attention from the marketing machinery. These artists include Symba, Lola Brooke, Westside Boogie, and Lady London. However, he remains skeptical that labels will step up and improve the overall state of the art.
