Josie Ho Supports Changes to JSG’s System

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Josie Ho Supports Changes to JSG’s System

TVB’s “Jade Solid Gold Awards” is one of the most contested awards for local singers. For many years, there are several accusations that the awards were not shared properly. There were labels who have blasted TVB for that. Last night, TVB’s Arts and Music Division Senior Manager Chan Ka-Yeung (陳家揚) publicly announced a new system. He plans to implement the new system at the 《2008勁歌金曲優秀選第一回》 on next month. The list of awarded songs would increase to 14 for each round. It means there would be 42 songs for the three rounds held each year. It is apparent that TVB doesn’t want to lose favour with the labels by creating a win-win situation for everyone.

Last night, Josie Ho was at a taping for JSG. She responded to the new system to increase the song allotment. Josie said: “It is a big decision to increase by two songs.” The reporter asked if she was confident that she can make it on the list. Josie said: “I never thought I would have a part. If more awards would increase “fing頭”, then “fing” until the head comes off.”

Chan Ka-Yeung hopes that other people would not read too much into the move. He pointed out that in 2005, there were 40 songs. It was not a breakdown in talks. He said: “You really can’t give an equal share because there are more and more singers. It is an encouragement to creativity and to give more opportunities.” The reporter asked if the record label demanded an increase. Ka-Yeung responded: “It is our decision. The company has meetings every year to discuss about issues.”