Busta Rhymes recently made headlines at the Lovers & Friends festival in Las Vegas with his bold stance against rappers who rely on backing tracks during live performances. Speaking on the Bling Stage on May 6th, the New York MC expressed his disappointment in the younger generation of artists who have seemingly lost the art of performing live.
According to Busta, he and his peers are “cut from a different cloth that they don’t manufacture anymore.” He emphasized the importance of authenticity in live performances, saying, “We are the holy, sacred, and pure.” This sentiment reflects the high standard that Busta and his peers hold themselves to and the expectation of delivering electrifying performances.
It’s not just Busta Rhymes who feels this way; in a 2017 interview with Sway In The Morning, Denzel Curry explained why he refuses to perform with backing tracks. He believes in giving his fans an authentic experience, and performing to a pre-recorded track doesn’t align with that goal.
In today’s music industry, where technology makes enhancing and manipulating recordings easy, Busta and Denzel’s commitment to authenticity is a refreshing reminder of the importance of raw talent and live performances. As such, it’s essential for artists to keep this in mind and work to provide their audiences with the best possible live experiences.
