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  • Shatta Wale, King Promise to perform at All African Games opening ceremony

    Shatta Wale, King Promise to perform at All African Games opening ceremony

    Ghanaian Afro-dancehall star, Shatta Wale will share the grand stage with Afrobeats genius – King Promise at the opening ceremony of the 13th All African Games in Accra on March 8, 2024 at the newly opened University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

    Other great performers to grace the occasion include Highlife legends – Ebo Tayler and Pat Thomas not forgetting the South African singer and dancer, Kamo Mphela.

    The games, which are slated for March 8–23, will feature a variety of sports. Tickets ranges from GHc50 to GHc500 and available on the official website. You can also purchase your ticket by dialing *713*23#.

    Over 4,000 athletes competing in 29 sports disciplines, eight of which are qualifying for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, will make the continental event memorable.The 13th African Games, scheduled for March 8–23, 2024, will take place in Accra, Kumasi, and Cape Coast.

  • I’m ready for political appointment – Rex Omar

    I’m ready for political appointment – Rex Omar

    Legendary Ghanaian musician Rex Owusu Marfo, better known by his stage name Rex Omar, has stated that he is prepared for a possible political appointment.

    The well-known musician, who has a significant influence in the music business, has made indications that he would like to play a political role in his country’s development.

    On Saturday, March 3, 2024, the crooner and ardent supporter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Kwame Dadzie, stated in an interview with Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z that he would be happy to accept the appointment provided it falls within his purview.

    “I will accept a political appointment because now I think I am of age and I think if I am given any appointment that is within my capacity, I will be able to contribute positively to the development of this country,” he said. 

    The “Abiba” hitmaker responded, “When we get to that road, we will cross it because at the end of the day all these positions are political appointments and so long as you are smart and intelligent and you know what is going on in this country, wherever they put you, you can deliver if you really want to,” when asked if he would want to hold a position at the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture.

    The renowned singer expressed his views on the state of Ghanaian democracy and said that a review of the presidential term would improve national governance. He contends that no government can meaningfully affect the economy in the current four-year term.

    “Because America holds elections every four years, we also jump on the bandwagon but the question is, America’s democracy is over 200 years. We just started, okay. So look at our situation,” he said.

    He went on to say that a six-year term would allow the current administration to function admirably.

    “I think [the four years] is too much. I would have wished for six years in one term. Because if you are given six years you use one year or one and half years to set up your government. If four years, five years you are not able to do anything it means you can’t do anything. There is no need for you to go for a second term.

    ”The whole situation is, look at our scenario. After the election, the first year is now that the government is being formed, the appointments and all these things. By the time the government settles to actually start to roll out its programme, you are getting to two years,” he added.

  • After 3 years of doing music, I have only made $100 — AY Poyoo sobs

    After 3 years of doing music, I have only made $100 — AY Poyoo sobs

    Rapper AY Poyoo, from Ghana, has shockingly revealed that, in the three years since he broke into the industry, he has only earned $100 from music.

    Emmanuel Yeboah, better known by his stage name AY Poyoo, is a well-known humorist who frequently uses comic antics to interact with his audience in his music videos.

    He became well-known in 2020 after his song “GOAT” was released. The song after its release has gotten huge attention, topped both local and international charts. “GOAT” has accumulated over 2,000,000 views on YouTube and doing extremely well on other music streaming platforms.

    “Swimming Pool” and “Richest Rapper in Africa” are two of his other well-known songs.

    Even with his success on the internet, AY Poyoo says he has not made much money. The GOAT rapper revealed in a video that has gone viral so far that a single performance has only brought in $100 for his music career.

    Check out the video below.

  • MUSIGA to host concert on March 6th for emerging artists – Bessa Simons

    MUSIGA to host concert on March 6th for emerging artists – Bessa Simons

    The Musician’s Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) is organising a grand musical showcase on March 6, 2024, a night dedicated to emerging musicians.

    This was announced by Union President Bessa Simons on Joy FM Ghana Month launch.

    “We are collaborating with the Akwaaba Festival to have a show at the forecourt of the National Theatre and what we are doing is, the young, up and coming musicians who don’t normally have big stages, light, Facebook thing for them, they will come and showcase their talents,” he stated.

    This is an effort to provide young people with a stage on which to demonstrate their potential, according to Bessa Simons. He revealed the association’s dedication to identifying and developing young talent and giving them a stage on which to flourish.

    In the words of the Bessa, “We are inviting the managers, corporate world, just look at them and see if you can do business with them, because these are the future the we have,” 

    More specifically, the music legened stated that the Accra Tourist Information Centre will host a workshop on music and tourism as well as a health screening for musicians on March 5, 2024.

    In an effort to revive interest in Ghanaian music, MUSIGA also plans to launch a project titled Let us play Ghana Music on March 11, 2024. He mentioned that on March 30, 2024, a different concert will be held at the Gold Coast Restaurant to support the highlife.

  • Chris Attoh explains why he left Ghana to Nigeria

    Chris Attoh explains why he left Ghana to Nigeria

    Renowned Ghanaian actor Christopher Keith Nii Attoh, better known by his stage name Chris Attoh, recently spoke candidly about his choice to focus more on the Nigerian film industry.

    In an exclusive interview with 3Music TV, the actor revealed that he chose to work in the Nigerian film industry due to its wider audience base. He continued by describing how Nigeria had a thriving film industry that provided more chances for partnerships.

    “At the time, the necessity was that you had to be in the Nigerian space if you wanted a bigger market or a bigger audience. Ghana was great, but the truth is Ghana is small, and if you are trying to get the attention of players beyond Ghana, not just Nigeria, you have to expand.

    “And Nigeria has numbers, Nigeria is making films every single day. I’m always looking forward to where we are collaborating instead of being separated,” he said.

    Speaking about the current state of the Ghanaian film industry and its lack of advancement, he bemoaned the absence of mentorship and direction for artists in the field, adding that he was not raised by the right people who could have guided him in his development.

    “I don’t think it’s a matter of not wanting to push ourselves. Growing up, we didn’t have the right mentors. We didn’t have people who brought us up and would take your hand and say this is the way. And it becomes a thing that’s heavy on my heart,” he bemoaned.

    Credit / Ameyaw Deborah

  • Video of Mr Ibu’s last moment surfaces online

    Video of Mr Ibu’s last moment surfaces online

    A video purporting to capture one of the last moments of veteran Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, has surfaced. Okafor passed away on Saturday.

    Just hours before he passed away, the late actor was seen in the social media video on his hospital bed thanking P-Square musician Rudeboy.

    He said, “Rudeboy, I don’t know where to begin. But everything happens exactly on God’s own time. When the time comes, it has come.

    “Rudeboy, if you don’t make heaven, call me nama [meat]. You will go to heaven and we will sit in the presence of the angels and eat together.

    “What people will be talking about today would be, ‘How come? But Ibu and P-Square, they are not the same parents.’ But I tell you, parents don come.”

    At the age of sixty-two, Mr. Ibu passed away from cardiac arrest.

  • Ghanaian-British singer, RAYE Makes History at BRIT Awards

    Ghanaian-British singer, RAYE Makes History at BRIT Awards

    Global sensation RAYE achieved a historic feat last night at the BRIT Awards when she won an astounding six awards, setting a record for the most wins in a single year. This was the biggest night in British music history for the independent singer-songwriter.

    She not only became the first female to win Songwriter of the Year, but she also won Best New Artist, Best R&B Act, Album of the Year, Song of the Year (“Escapism”), and Artist of the Year. A medley of songs from her highly regarded debut album, My 21st Century Blues, including hits like “Escapism” and “Ice Cream Man,” was performed by RAYE during the ceremony, setting off a career-defining moment for her. Following that, on April 13 and 20, RAYE will make her Coachella debut.

    RAYE led the charge last night, taking home the title of most nominated artist in a single BRITs year with a record-breaking seven nominations overall. This is a first for any artist since the BRITs began in 1977, surpassing the previous record of six nominations held by Gorillaz (2002), Craig David (2001), and Robbie Williams (1999). With her six award wins tonight, RAYE breaks the record for most wins in a single night at the BRIT Awards, beating the previous record of four set by Blur (1995), Adele (2016), and Harry Styles (2023).

    RAYE said she was “so honored and blown away” to be receiving her first BRIT Award as Songwriter of the Year. “I will treasure this trophy very much,” the London-born musician added. “I am so grateful to be recognized as a songwriter as this is a craft I am so passionate about and have been since I started my journey as a musician, and I’m very grateful to those who voted for me to have this award.”

    About RAYE

    With eight Top 20 UK hits, five billion Spotify streams worldwide, an Ivor Novello Award, and a history of penning songs for the biggest names in the business, British singer-songwriter RAYE is undeniably one of the biggest stars in the music business today. Raye’s rise to fame since her debut in 2014 has been incredible. Her eagerly anticipated independent debut album My 21st Century Blues took off, earning her an unprecedented seven BRIT Award nominations in 2024—the most for any artist in a single year. As a welcome result of her self-fulfilling work, RAYE unknowingly created the song that became synonymous with 2023.

    In addition to becoming the best-selling single by a female British artist in 2023, the worldwide hit “Escapism” also gave RAYE her first #1 in the UK and an entry on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it has since been certified Platinum. RAYE performed 130 headline shows, including a thrilling set at Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, after supporting tours with Lewis Capaldi, Kali Uchis, and SZA. Her momentous performance at Royal Albert Hall, complete with a gospel choir and a 50-piece orchestra, was captured on camera for a once-in-a-lifetime BBC special. Reviewers hailed RAYE as “the most talented artist since Adele and Amy Winehouse” (The Telegraph). Prior to making her Coachella debut this year, she is getting ready to perform her “My 21st Century Symphony” to a sold-out crowd of 20,000 at The O2 Arena.

    She has appeared in numerous publications over the past year, including The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Pitchfork, V Magazine, NPR Music, People, Vulture, and many more. She has also graced the covers of magazines like GQ, Cosmopolitan, Wonderland, Bricks, Euphoria, Time Out, and DIY. In addition to a career-defining appearance on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series, RAYE’s season of high-profile television appearances this year includes appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Good Morning America, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Later… with Jools Holland, and The Graham Norton Show, all across the world. Along with Pink Panther, Ice Spice, and Nessa Barrett, RAYE was also included in Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS Shapewear collection campaign. Currently, she is part of H&M’s global Move campaign, which is being viewed in 76 countries.

    RAYE was born in Tooting, London, to an English father originally from Yorkshire and a Ghanaian-Swiss mother who works as a mental health worker. Raye’s middle name ‘Agatha’ is also the name of her grandmother. She grew up singing gospel music in a church where her mother was a choir member and her father served as the musical director. The 2024 iHeartRadio Music Award nominee will make her Coachella debut on April 13 and 20, 2024, so stay tuned for more from her.

  • I once forgot my lyrics on stage – Shasha Marley

    I once forgot my lyrics on stage – Shasha Marley

    Legendary Ghanaian roots reggae artist Julius Amua Sekyi, better known by his stage name Shasha Marley, claimed that he once lost track of his lyrics because he was too focused on the audience.

    Shasha Marley is well-known for his songs, which include “I am not ashamed of the Gospel,” “Twin City Mafia,” and “Maata Family.”

    The “Maata Family” hitmaker revealed in an exclusive interview on One King Multimedia’s “One King Show,” hosted by Hertilicious, that he once performed a song without remembering the words because he was giving his full attention to the audience.

    “My attention was on the crowd that moment and i wasn’t paying attention to the song i was performing anymore so i got carried away”. He explained.

    Shasha Marley is currently promoting his new single dubbed “Spintex Road Traffic Jam” and also urge Ghanaians to stream the new jam across all digital music platforms.

    Credit // Ekow Smith

  • Veteran actor Mr Ibu dies at 62

    Veteran actor Mr Ibu dies at 62

    Nollywood veteran Mr. Ibu passed away. The actor, whose real name is John Okarfor, was 62.

    The veteran comedian passed away at Evercare Hospital, according to several reports from people close to him. Reminiscent of the films the late actor starred in, many fans have expressed their condolences on X, formerly Twitter.

    There is still uncertainty over the cause of death and family of Mr. Ibu have not yet made any public comments.

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    The actor had undergone numerous surgeries that resulted in the amputation of his leg due to health issues that he had been facing since October 2023.

    The news of his passing arrives less than a day after the passing of veteran Nollywood actor Quadri Oyebamiji, better known by his stage name Sisi Quadri.

    In 2019, Mr. Ibu claimed that because of his prosperous career, some of his domestic workers were paid by his kinsmen to poison him.

    The comedic actor further claimed in May 2022 that he had been poisoned a third time.

    In one of his interviews, Mr Ibu said “My illness was perpetrated by people that hate me. They did what they did to me. Later, I was taken to the hospital.

    “The doctors are prophets. So, they went into my system and told me what was wrong and what they were going to do.

    “I said ‘Whatever you are going to do, please, do it, let me live because if I die the enemies will laugh’. And then the doctors said ‘Okay, there’s no problem’.

    In the meantime, a number of well-known Nollywood personalities have posted lit candles in the actor’s memory.

  • Rising star, Zulubwoy drops a new song “Oh Yeah” | Listen

    Rising star, Zulubwoy drops a new song “Oh Yeah” | Listen

    With his latest single “Oh Yeah,” young, rapidly-rising, multi-talented trap Dancehall singer and songwriter Daniel Seidu—also known as Zulubwoy in the entertainment industry—is poised to wow fans.

    Growing up in Nima, Zulubwoy is renowned for his passionate performances and hard-core lyrical calm. What sets him apart is his ability to transition between different genres.

    Zulubwoy’s song “Oh Yeah” is a major step forward in his career and demonstrates his versatility and artistic ability.

    With the song now accessible on all major streaming services, fans are encouraged to go on a musical voyage of introspection and self-realization. Zulubwoy’s latest release is poised to capture the hearts of audiences worldwide and solidify his reputation as one of Ghana’s most promising talents.