Musicians KK Fosu & Bless Face Public Backlash

The recent passing of blogger and publicist, John Claude Tamakloe in a car crash involving two musicians, KK Fosu and Bless otherwise known as Kay Blez on the Accra-Apam highway has not only left a void in the hearts of many but has also illuminated the fragility of friendships tested by tragedy.

The beloved figure among Ghana’s music circles, died on Saturday, May 25, 2024, when he was traveling with the two musicians to perform at a wedding ceremony in Cape Coast.

It was reported that a Benz car driver was attempting to overtake another vehicle when he ran into their Toyota Camry.

However, the absence of KK Fosu and Bless at the final funeral rites of the blogger last Friday at the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Community 2, Tema has sparked widespread condemnation and reflection among fans and industry    gatekeepers.

Eric Toscar, a social media commentator who is also Artist And Repertoire (A&R) manager at Lynx Entertainment, took to Facebook to express his profound disappointment and grief.

In a heartfelt post, Toscar recounted the glaring absence of those whom John Claude had once considered close companions.

“The very people John Claude was on the road with and lost his life didn’t show up at his funeral.  They didn’t show up at his One Week, not even a phone call to the bereaved family. Last Friday taught me a big lesson in life. KK Fosu and Bless, I’m very disappointed in both of you” part of his post reads.

The narrative took a further disheartening turn when a concerned friend, seeking reassurance of their attendance, contacted KK Fosu’s manager during the funeral.

Instead of receiving words of solace, the response according to report was met with a surprising indifference.

The manager is said to have questioned why they were not prompted early, revealing a painful oversight that underscored disconnection.

He added, “At John Claude’s funeral, a friend called KK Fosu’s manager to ask him if they were on their way to the funeral. The manager asked my friend why she didn’t call to remind him of the funeral the day before the funeral. True true they didn’t show up. Herrrh Awurade.”

Toscar’s poignant posts not only exposed the rifts within the Ghanaian music fraternity but also ignited a wider conversation about loyalty and the obligations of friendship. His words struck a chord among colleagues and fans alike, prompting introspection within an industry where solidarity is often heralded as a cornerstone of success.

In the aftermath of John Claude’s passing, the Ghanaian music community finds itself grappling with uncomfortable truths about the complexities of relationships in the limelight.

Toscar’s heartfelt expressions serve as a stark reminder of the profound impact of actions or inactions during times of collective mourning.

As the industry pauses to reflect on this sobering episode, the enduring lesson from Eric Toscar’s post is clear: amidst the clamor of fame and the rush of performances, it is the authenticity of human connections that ultimately defines legacies.