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  • Ewura Abena questions GHAMRO over Gh148.50 royalty payment

    Ewura Abena questions GHAMRO over Gh148.50 royalty payment

    Ghanaian Gospel singer and songwriter, Vida Ewura Abena Yeboah, known by the stage name Ewura Abena has taken to social media to question the Ghana Music Rights Organization (GHAMRO) over a royalty payment she received from the organization.

    The ‘This Far’ singer in a social media post sighted by Ameyaw Debrah Media, questioned the organization which is in charge of collecting and distributing royalties on behalf of authors/composers and other right owners about a Gh148.50 payment she received as royalty.

    She asked the agency if the amount she received as royalty was for just one song or all her songs. She further questioned if it was for a month or the whole year or a test transmission before the actual payment.

    ”Ghamro, please is this Gh148.50 royalty payment for one song, all my songs,one month, one year or just a test transmission before the actual payment.Sika noa nono anaa yenhw3 fofro enim?” she wrote.

    GHAMRO, has found itself under scrutiny for a while now, as stakeholders and industry players have frequently called for a thorough examination of its financial practices. “

  • Let people’s doubts inspires you to get to your potential – Sarkodie

    Let people’s doubts inspires you to get to your potential – Sarkodie

    Multiple award-winning rapper, Sarkodie is encouraging people not to easily give up when people doubt their potential but they should rather be motivated to reach their goals.

    In a tweet, Sarkodie, who is currently promoting his latest ‘Otan’ song said people should always know that they are destined for greatness when they have a lot of people doubting their capabilities.

    He wrote: ” Signs :Always know you are destined for greatness when you have a lot of people doubting you… that’s the fuel to get to your full potential”.

    Sarkodie’s message coincides with his ongoing Rapperholic Exhibition, where he showcases his numerous awards, sold-out concerts, philanthropic work, collaborations, and other defining aspects of his successful music career.

    Despite being active in the music scene since 2005, Sarkodie’s debut album, “Maakye,” was released in 2009, and he has since maintained a prominent position in the industry.

    As a two-time winner of the Artiste of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards and the Artiste of the Decade, Sarkodie’s legacy is on display at the Rapperholic Exhibition.

    The exhibition, hosted by the Mix Design Hub in Osu in collaboration with Eagle Plug, was initially set to end on December 16 but has been extended until January 2.

  • Poverty made me look ugly — Media Personality, Delay opens up on her success story (Video)

    Poverty made me look ugly — Media Personality, Delay opens up on her success story (Video)

    Famed Ghanaian media personality and entrepreneur, Deloris Frimpong Manso, professionally known as Delay has not too long ago shared her life story, shedding light on her not soo smooth journey in the Ghanaian media space.

    According to Delay, she was financially unstable when she first joined the industry. She detailed that people called her all kinds of names including ‘unattractive and ugly’ because she was very poor and couldn’t afford certain basic things that make a woman look good.

    She emphasized that affording basic necessities like body lotion and good dresses during that period proved to be a big challenge, however she never gave up or make that be a threat to her confidence because she knew what she wanted to achieve.

    The media mogul, who doubles as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Delay Foods made this statement during an exclusive interview on Kumasi-based radio station, Pure FM.

    “I’m really a fighter, if you take a look at where I’m coming from…like when I first came into the industry, people said I didn’t have the looks and I wasn’t beautiful….It was poverty. Poverty is not a good thing because it can really make you look bad. Poverty is a killer disease and it’s the truth.

    “Because I was broke, I didn’t have money to buy a good lotion for my body and I couldn’t buy a good dress for myself. So people saw me ‘someway’. They said I was fat, and not fair.. like I mean they said I didn’t have the standard looks. But all these didn’t discourage me, it strengthened me to become who I am today,” she said.

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  • Video: Davido reacts as Rihanna is spotted jamming to ‘Unavailable’

    Video: Davido reacts as Rihanna is spotted jamming to ‘Unavailable’

    Nigerian music sensation, David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, took to social media to celebrate after Barbadian superstar, Rihanna joined the viral ‘Unavailable’ dance challenge to his hit track.

    Rihanna’s impromptu dance to Davido’s song sparked a viral frenzy as the video circulated across social media platforms.

    In addition, Rihanna named Davido as her most streamed artiste, revealing that ‘Unavailable’ banger has been on repeat on her playlist.

    Meanwhile, ‘Unavailable’ which features Musa Keys has been nominated in two categories for the upcoming Grammys award.

    In response to Rihanna’s participation, Davido boldly declared on his social media platform, “I made a pandemic,” showcasing his pride in the song’s widespread popularity not only in Nigeria but also globally.

    He reciprocated Rihanna’s love in a tweet where he gave her a special shoutout.

    However, the singer’s self-congratulatory post triggered a mixed reaction among fans.

    While many lauded his success and the song’s recognition on an international scale, others shared varied opinions about his statement.

    The ‘Unavailable’ challenge has been a social media sensation, with various individuals and celebrities worldwide joining the craze.

  • Give DJs their due recognition – Adesope Olajide to Ghanaian artistes

    Give DJs their due recognition – Adesope Olajide to Ghanaian artistes

    Nigerian media personality Adesope Olajide has stressed the need for Ghanaian artists to give due recognition to DJs.

    During a recent interview on 3Music TV, Adesope underscored the importance of acknowledging the vital role DJs play in the music industry.

    Pointing to Davido’s appreciative gesture towards Nigerian DJ Dope Caesar during a nightclub visit, Adesope encouraged artists in Ghana to adopt a similar approach. His advocacy coincides with the Play Ghana initiative’s which focuses on extensively promoting local music.

    Adesope’s emphasis on recognizing DJs aligns with broader industry efforts to enhance the visibility and appreciation of homegrown talent, particularly acknowledging the instrumental role DJs have in shaping the music landscape.””

  • Ghana music industry in a messe – Kwaw Kese

    Ghana music industry in a messe – Kwaw Kese

    Ghanaian hiplife artiste, Kwaw Kese, has expressed dissatisfaction with the state of the Ghanaian music industry, stating that musicians should not have to ‘beg’ for their music to be played in their own country.

    His comments come in the wake of a meeting between some industry stakeholders and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Creative Arts Agency, to launch the #PlayGhana initiative.

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    The initiative aims to promote Ghanaian music nationwide, especially during the Christmas season when there is an influx of diasporans spending their holidays in the country.

    Kwaw Kese, however, mocked the initiative, placing blame on the system for the current challenges.

    He posted on X (formerly Twitter), “Ghanaians begging Ghanaians to play Ghana music in 2023. System super fucked.

  • It’s a great honor to be the first artist to collaborate with Amakye Dede – Sarkodie

    It’s a great honor to be the first artist to collaborate with Amakye Dede – Sarkodie

    Multiple award-winning Ghanaian rapper, Michael Owusu Addo, popularly known as Sarkodie has expressed his gratitude and excitement for collaborating with the legendary highlife musician, Amakye Dede, in a recent project.

    In an X (formally Twitter) post on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, the ‘Otan’ rapper, conveyed his appreciation for the opportunity to share a song with Amakye Dede, emphasizing the honor and privilege it is to work alongside such an iconic figure in Ghana’s music industry.

    Sarkodie stated that he’s become the first artiste the ‘Iron Boy’ singer has ever collaborated with. The two performed their new song “Fool for You” released on Friday, December 1 at the Sarkodie’s Rapperholic exhibition.The track not only showcases the versatility of both artists but also symbolizes the bridging of musical gaps, uniting different eras of Ghanaian music.

    “He was a global icon even before I was brought to this world and he’s still an icon … as a toddler listening to his amazing music now being on the same song with him is a great honor. he’s collaborated with no one and I happen to be the first!! Thank you, Daddy” he wrote.

  • Protect Black Sherif from the backlash, BullGod to Samini, Reggie Rockstone

    Protect Black Sherif from the backlash, BullGod to Samini, Reggie Rockstone

    VGMA reigning artiste of the year, Black Sherif is on a hot seat prior to a statement he made relating #PlayGhana move, an initiative spearheaded Small God, music icons – Samini, Reggie Rockstone, DJ Black and supported by the Ministry of Information.

    “If we truly want to grow our industry and give it that global visibility, we need to stop the blame game on the DJs, artistes , music consumers and the conscious effort to grow our industry. It’s our collective duty”, Blacko assured.

    Blacko called on music shareholders to put Ghanaian talents first thus play more Ghana songs during this festive season.

    His statement didn’t sound good to most music lovers, meanwhile some bloggers in Nigeria have planned to blacklisted him, media personal Adesope reveals

    Artiste manager and entertainment critic, BullGod upon seeing these has shown his displeasure on how people are going hard on the young talent.

    Speaking on Hitz FM #DaybreakHit with Andy Dosty, he singled out leading members of the #PlayGhana initiative, and urged them to protect Blacko from these backlashes.

    “Instead of Samini to protect Black Sherif from the backlash over his #PlayGhana comments, he is there going back and forth with Shatta Wale on X (formerly known as Twitter)”, BullGod asserted.

    Reggie Rockstone, Samini needs to protect the Blacko from these backlashes, he added.

    Da Hammer of the last Two, legendary music producer added his voice, says he expected the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Mark Okraku Mantey to issue a statement to fight for Black Sherif for facing heavy backlash for joining #PlayGhana initiative.

    “We know that the person who suffers is Blacko, nobody else suffers on that stage. They (Samini, Reggie Rockstone) have nothing to prove to anybody again. Blacko is in his prime so has a lot to prove. The only crime he committed was listening to his elders and show up, if he hadn’t come the boys (elders) will say that he doesn’t respect”, Da Hammer disclosed .

  • Celine Dion can’t control her muscles again – Sister reveals

    Celine Dion can’t control her muscles again – Sister reveals

    Claudette, Celine Dion’s sister, has provided a grim update on the singer’s ongoing fight with Stiff-Person Syndrome.

    She disclosed in a new interview that the multiple Grammy winner is having difficulty controlling some muscle movements.

    “She’s working hard, but she doesn’t have control over her muscles. What breaks my heart is that she’s always been disciplined. She’s always worked hard. Our mother always told her, ‘You’re going to do it well, you’re going to do it properly.’ It’s true that in both our dreams and hers, the goal is to return to the stage. In what capacity? I don’t know,” she said.

    This update comes one year after Celine announced her diagnosis of Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder characterized by painful muscle spasms and stiffness that typically interferes with patients’ daily lives.

    Due to the disease, Celine Dion had to postpone her highly anticipated Courage World Tour indefinitely in May 2023, expressing her apologies to her fans.

    In an interview with Le Journal de Montreal in August 2023, Claudette expressed optimism about their continuous hunt for therapeutic treatments for the disease.

    Claudette also said that their sister Linda Dion had moved into Celine’s home to help her three sons. René-Charles, Eddy, Nelson, and their aunt are all actively involved in Celine’s treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery.

    Source: Vanguard Nigeria

  • GTA honours Okyeame Kwame for contribution to Ghana’s tourism industry

    GTA honours Okyeame Kwame for contribution to Ghana’s tourism industry

    Award winning Ghanaian rapper, Okyeame Kwame has been honoured by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) at this year’s National Tourism Awards held at Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) recently.

    The honour was in appreciation of Okyeame Kwame’s commitment and contribution to Ghana’s tourism industry particularly in the promotion of Made-in-Ghana products.

    A citation given to him reads, “For your consistency and enormous contribution in spearheading the purchase of Made-in-Ghana goods and services to promote the Ghanaian culture and national identity, you are being honoured with this award.

    “It is admirable that your distinctive dress sense, which embodies both modernity and tradition, have inspired young people in Ghana to adopt the African Sartorial dress style and encourage them to wear Ghanaian clothing.

    “The Ghana Tourism Authority has acknowledged your vision and bestowed upon you an honour today in recognition of your contribution to Ghana’s tourism sector”.

    As a musician, Okyeame Kwame has been at the forefront and used his platform to promote the patronage of locally produced goods.

    And in line with the commitment, Okyeame Kwame released the Made In Ghana album in 2019 to promote Ghana’s culture and heritage.

    Over the years, the National Tourism Awards has endeavoured to acknowledge and honour individuals and entities who have made significant contributions to the development of the tourism industry in Ghana.

    It was established by the Ghana Tourism Authority in 1997 as one of its flagship events of the GTA and it sets the tone for high standards in service delivery among practitioners in the tourism sector.