Ghanaian musical band, Afro Harmony, has reflected on the difficulties they faced in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting how the demand for live band performances plummeted as DJs dominated the entertainment space.

Speaking on the E Vibes Musical Band Series, the band's deputy leader, Mac Hamlet, noted that the pandemic’s financial impact forced event organizers and venues to opt for DJs over live bands.

This shift, he explained, resulted in a decline in bookings for bands, making it a tough period for musicians who relied on live performances for their livelihood.

“From Covid time, it was not easy for bands, but right now it’s evolving. People and most companies now want to involve bands in their restaurants and clubs. Before, it was more about DJs, and that led to a decline in live bands. But now, it’s rising,” Hamlet stated.

Despite the challenges, he emphasized that there is no rivalry between bands and DJs. Instead, he revealed that both groups are now collaborating more, performing together at events to create a more immersive musical experience.

“After Covid-19, the need for bands declined a bit because of financial constraints. At some point, DJs were taking all the gigs, but lately, I can see that things are changing. We have been collaborating with DJs, playing gigs together, and it has been going well. There’s no bad blood between us,” he added.

This season of E Vibes is focusing on music bands in Ghana under the theme #MusicalBandSeries.

The program aims to celebrate and spotlight the journeys of Ghanaian musical bands, sharing their struggles, victories, and the unity that keeps them going.