{"id":111730,"date":"2023-10-17T23:54:05","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T23:54:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/10\/17\/alaye-geng-open-up-about-uema-why-they-chose-not-to-seek-nominations-in-2023\/"},"modified":"2023-10-17T23:54:05","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T23:54:05","slug":"alaye-geng-open-up-about-uema-why-they-chose-not-to-seek-nominations-in-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/10\/17\/alaye-geng-open-up-about-uema-why-they-chose-not-to-seek-nominations-in-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Alaye Geng Open Up About UEMA: Why They Chose Not to Seek Nominations in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"stream-item stream-item-above-post-content\">\n<div class=\"stream-item-size\" style=\"\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m4s4h5c2.stackpathcdn.com\/storage\/uploads\/1_1662620290642.png\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>In a recent interview with host Jah Bless on Dreamz FM\u2019s \u2018 Hour\u2019 in Bolgatanga, the rising musical clique, Alaye Geng, known for their drill music from the Northern part of Ghana, shared their perspective on the prestigious 2023 Upper East  Awards (UEMA). The group\u2019s frontman Bill Gucci, candidly addressed why they chose not to submit nominations for this year\u2019s awards, emphasizing their dedication to creating exceptional music that will undoubtedly sweep awards in 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bill Gucci, known for his straightforward approach, made it clear that they had not submitted any nominations for the 2023 UEMA. In the interview, he revealed, \u201cHonestly, we don\u2019t deserve an award in this year under review because we have been cooking hot, delicious meals to serve the world.\u201d The statement exemplifies the group\u2019s humility and dedication to perfecting their craft.<\/p>\n<p>The decision to forgo the 2023 UEMA is rooted in Alaye Geng\u2019s commitment to delivering top-notch music to their fan base. The group believes that their work behind the scenes is more crucial at this point than chasing awards. While they have consciously taken a step back from nominations this year, they assured their fans and the industry that their forthcoming projects are set to make a significant impact.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12835\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12835\" style=\"width: 200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12835 jetpack-lazy-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/1697586844_795_IMG_5337.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG_5337.jpeg\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy-fallback=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12835\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/1697586844_795_IMG_5337.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12835\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Alaye Geng<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Alaye Geng\u2019s members are confident that their unreleased works will not only be well-received but will also earn them numerous accolades in the 2024 edition of the awards scheme. This reflects their dedication to their craft and their determination to raise the bar in the music industry.<\/p>\n<p>In the midst of this revelation, the group has teased an upcoming song titled \u2018Money Soon,\u2019 featuring YPee, set to be released on October 20, 2023 and will also be holding a listening session for their upcoming Extended Play (EP) before the end of 2023. Alaye Geng\u2019s consistent commitment to creating music and connecting with their audience is undoubtedly setting the stage for their future success.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-12836 jetpack-lazy-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/1697586845_9_3dbf820a-2a2f-408f-a251-e017de60f634-214x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"214\" height=\"300\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" data-lazy- data-lazy- data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/3dbf820a-2a2f-408f-a251-e017de60f634-214x300.jpeg\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy-fallback=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-12836\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/1697586845_9_3dbf820a-2a2f-408f-a251-e017de60f634-214x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"214\" height=\"300\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>The decision to skip the 2023 UEMA may have surprised some, but Alaye Geng\u2019s clear focus on their artistry and their upcoming releases demonstrates their unwavering dedication to delivering the best music they can offer. 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