This year’s edition of the annual event dubbed ‘Y Clash Of The DJs’ which was held a few days ago featured the best disc jockeys (DJs) from Y107.9FM-Accra, Y102.5FM -Kumasi and Y97.9FM-Takoradi.
It was organised by Global Media Alliance (GMA), operators of YFM brand across the country to determine which DJs are best on the turn table.
This year’s event, which was the second edition, saw Y97.9FM – Takoradi’s Hot Squad snatching the crown of glory from reigning champions, Y107.9FM-Accra.
The winners of the battle (Y97.9FM-Takoradi) picked up a cash prize of GH¢5,000 plus a plaque with 1st and 2nd runner-ups earning GH¢3,000 and GH¢1,500 respectively.
The best DJ and Hypeman for the night also took home GH¢1,000 each.
EBG Credit and Mellow Holdings also awarded performances of DJs and Hypemen.
The former rewarded the outstanding DJ and Hypeman performances with a cool GH¢1,000 and GH¢500 respectively.
Mellow Holdings, appreciating the efforts of all participants, gave an amount of GH¢500 and a choice of livestock (goat, sheep, chicken, pig) to each member of the three teams made up of three DJs and a Hypeman.
Speaking after the awards ceremony, Chief Director for Global Media Alliance Group, Emma Wenani said, “DJs and Hypemen are rarely celebrated in our part of the world but they play a very integral role in radio programming globally.
“Their recognition is long overdue and I pray that with this activation, our attention will be drawn to the DJing and Hypeman profession more.
“This competition just goes to show that YFM has the best DJs in Ghana. I thank the judges for spending their independence with us, we are grateful. I thank all our sponsors; this was entertaining. Happy Independence Day to all Ghanaians,’’ she said.
She urged all who missed the Y Clash of the DJs to log on to Y97.9FM, Y1079FM and Y1025FM on Facebook to catch up with the fun.
The judges for the event were Reggie Rockson, DJ Blow and Andy Kirm. Foster Romanus, host of e.TV Ghana’s LNCS was the master of ceremonies (MC) for the night.
The event was sponsored by Storm Energy Drink, Airport View Hotel, Accra Mall, Cheezy Pizza, Dear Dough, Whoopro, Print House, Perception Management International and Global Media Alliance.
Media partners of Y Clash of the DJs are YFM, eTV Ghana, Happy FM, DAILY GUIDE, GUIDE RADIO, Ghanaweb and Business & Financial Times.