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The Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA) has been a major catalyst for the promotion and recognition of Ghana’s music industry both locally and internationally, according to Theresa Ayoade, the CEO of Charterhouse, the organisers of the event. In an exclusive interview with JoyNews, Mrs Ayoade said that VGMA has created a platform where various musicians,
June 17, 2023
Young Thug and his producer friends have sparked speculation about a new project dropping soon with a mysterious QR code. The Atlanta rapper took to Instagram on Thursday night (Jun. 16) to share a QR code that leads to a countdown website. The timer seems to indicate that something will be released next Friday. He
June 16, 2023
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Davido, has shared his emotional struggle after losing his son, Ifeanyi, who drowned in a swimming pool at his Lagos home in October 2022. The singer, whose real name is David Adeleke, told Omega in a recent interview that he still sheds tears every morning when he thinks of his son’s death.
June 14, 2023
The 66th GRAMMY Awards, which will take place in February 2024, will feature three new categories to celebrate a wider range of musical genres and artists. The Recording Academy, the organization behind the prestigious awards, announced the new additions after its board of trustees meeting in May 2023. The new categories are Best African Music
June 13, 2023
Ghanaian singer-songwriter Ofori Amponsah has opened up about his spiritual experiences and how he expresses them through his music. In an interview with Nana Ama McBrown on Onua Showtime TV show on Sunday, June 4, the highlife musician said he often receives revelations from God but does not share them publicly because he fears being
June 10, 2023
Camidoh, a rising star in Ghana’s Afrobeats scene, has been nominated for the prestigious BET Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act award for 2023. He joins a select group of outstanding musicians from around the world, such as Asake from Nigeria, Flo from the UK, Libianca from Cameroon, Maureen from France, Mc Ryan SP from
June 10, 2023
Fans of Camidoh have been treated to his new mixtape, “LITA”, which is now available on all streaming platforms worldwide. The LITA mixtape is a stunning showcase of Camidoh’s soulful vocals, captivating lyrics, and genre-bending sound. The mixtape cements Camidoh’s reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting artists in the African music scene
June 9, 2023
Veteran Ghanaian actor Kofi Adjorlolo recently shared his love for King Promise, one of Ghana’s rising stars in the music industry, and how his hit song ‘CCTV’ gave him goosebumps when he first heard it. In an interview on Onua Showtime with McBrown, Adjorlolo, who has a rich experience in music and radio hosting, said
June 8, 2023
He will vie for the award in the “Best New International Act” category with other talented artists from different parts of the world. Some of the nominees he will face are ASAKE from Nigeria, FLO from the UK, LIBIANCA from Cameroon, MAUREEN from France, MC RYAN SP from Brazil, PABI COOPER from South Africa, RAYE
June 8, 2023
The veteran highlife singer, Akosua Adjepong, has been cautioned by the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) to stop making false accusations against the body or face legal consequences. This was revealed by Diana Hopeson, a board member of GHAMRO, in an interview with Rainbow Entertainment on radio. She said that Akosua Adjepong’s false claims have
June 6, 2023
Nigerian afro-pop sensation Iyanya is ready to drop his highly anticipated extended play titled “Love & Trust” on June 9th. The project features six tracks that will touch your soul and make you groove. The EP has two amazing collaborations with talented artists. BNXN, who used to go by Buju, teams up with Iyanya on
June 5, 2023
Black Sherif and Burna Boy Rock the Crowd with ‘Second Sermon’ Remix at Afro Nation Miami Afro Nation Miami, the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival, hosted a memorable show on May 27 and 28, 2023, featuring two of the hottest stars in African music, Black Sherif and Burna Boy. The Ghanaian sensation, whose real name is
May 29, 2023
The Nigerian government has announced that Afrobeats superstar Davido will receive the Officer of The National Order Of The Niger (OON) award in 2023. The award is one of the highest honours in Nigeria and recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions to the nation. Davido, whose real name is David Adedeji Adeleke, is an American-born Nigerian
May 29, 2023
MOG Music, a popular Ghanaian gospel artist and pastor, has revealed how much he charges for different events. He made this disclosure during a recent interview on Property Fm, where he said that he charges for corporate events but not for church events. He said that his fee for a corporate event is Ghc100,000 if
May 29, 2023
Kwabena Kwabena, a renowned Ghanaian Highlife artist, has confessed that he regrets getting married at the age of 20, as it cost him some precious years of his life. The singer of Aso fame disclosed this in a recent interview with Zionfelix, where he said he should have focused more on his budding career at
May 29, 2023
South Africa-based Gospel Reggae artist Samuel Suh has recently joined forces with Jamaican-born Reggae artist T'Jean to create an uplifting and soulful new song titled "Rock of Gibraltar." The collaboration, produced by renowned South African-based producer Chrs Nino, promises to captivate listeners with its heartfelt message and infectious melodies. "Rock of Gibraltar" is the second
May 25, 2023