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Redsan’s producer Dr Sappy has confirmed allegations that the ‘Shoulder Back’ singer assaulted him.
In an exclusive interview with SDE, Sappy revealed the bone of contention was copyright and royalties on ‘The Baddest’ album, which dropped on Saturday.
“We agreed to work on the album and afterwards, we’ll figure out issues to do with copyright. The agreement was that we would have a sit-down with Sony Music (where Redsan is signed) on Friday 14 before the Saturday performances to figure out the aforementioned matter.
Snubbing by Redsan
“However, that was not the case as Redsan kept him out of the loop on the details. The agreement was that we would go for the band practice, appearances and interviews together but that was not to be,” Sappy said.
The producer further claimed that even when the album was released on Saturday, Redsan was yet to communicate with him.
“I figured that with the Tiwa Savage saga, he was probably under pressure and he’d explain later as to why he went silent. On Sunday, Redsan called me but I did not receive his calls as I was out of town. I travelled back to Nairobi on Monday.”
Redsan storms studio
“Come Monday, he caught me off-guard as he showed up at my studio demanding to know why I did not receive his calls.
“Nikamuuliza ni nini bro? Mbona wakuja hivi? Sijapokea simu ni simu yangu, naeza pokea ama nisipokee.”
According to Sappy, the dancehall singer accused him of being spiteful yet he (Redsan) had played a vital role in his career.
The ensuing exchange led to Redsan slapping the producer.
“I was left wondering why he beat me up yet I hadn’t spoken negatively about him to the press or insulted him.”
According to Sappy, he will not take legal action against Redsan over the assault as it is a non-issue. However, he revealed that he is working with his legal team to seek legal redress for his work on the album.
Redsan was unavailable for comment by the time of going to press.
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