Tag: TGMA

  • TGMA26: Diana Hamilton and Mercy Chinwo’s “The Doing of the Lord” is a top contender for 2025’s Intl. Collabo

    TGMA26: Diana Hamilton and Mercy Chinwo’s “The Doing of the Lord” is a top contender for 2025’s Intl. Collabo

    As anticipation builds for the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards, one song is making waves as the standout contender for International Collaboration of the Year—The Doing of the Lord. This remarkable track, a powerful fusion of Ghana’s gospel icon Diana Hamilton and Nigeria’s sensational Mercy Chinwo, is more than just a song; it’s a divine collaboration that embodies faith, inspiration, and gospel excellence.

    For over a decade, Diana Hamilton has been the heartbeat of Ghanaian gospel music, continuously delivering hit after hit that uplifts and inspires. From Adom to Mo Ne Yo, her music has resonated across borders, and with The Doing of the Lord, she has once again raised the bar. The song has shattered records, topped charts, and become a defining moment in the international gospel music scene—perfectly embodying the essence of the International Collaboration of the Year category at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

    A Harmonious Blend of Ghanaian and Nigerian Gospel Excellence

    The Doing of the Lord is a seamless fusion of Ghanaian and Nigerian gospel talent, where Mercy Chinwo’s anointed vocals beautifully complement Diana Hamilton’s soulful delivery. Together, they’ve created a song that resonates deeply with listeners around the world. From the anticipation surrounding its release to the overwhelming response upon debut, this collaboration quickly became a milestone in Ghanaian gospel music.

    Nigerian Mercy Chinwo and Diana Hamilton

    The song’s accompanying music video also shines with cultural brilliance. It elegantly showcases both Ghanaian and Nigerian aesthetics, with intricate headpieces, beautiful dresses, and an overarching theme of unity in diversity. One of the standout moments in the video is Mercy Chinwo’s flawless delivery of a verse in Twi, a remarkable feat that had many believing she was Ghanaian herself. This cultural exchange continued when Diana Hamilton, during The Awake Experience 2024, learned the Igbo version of the song, creating one of the most-watched gospel performances of the year.

    A Gospel Anthem That Unites and Uplifts

    The Doing of the Lord is more than just a song; it’s a movement. With its inspiring message, powerful vocals, and stunning visuals, it transcends borders, making an emotional connection with audiences worldwide. This collaboration is a gospel anthem that brings people together, regardless of culture or background, and has the power to spark nostalgia and spiritual reflection.

    Diana Hamilton’s career and character further strengthen the case for this award. Known for her humility, consistency, and unwavering commitment to spreading the gospel through music, Diana has earned her place as one of the genre’s leading figures. Meanwhile, Mercy Chinwo, with her signature energy and anointed voice, has elevated this partnership, proving it to be a divine collaboration destined for greatness.

    Why The Doing of the Lord Deserves to Win

    The competition for International Collaboration of the Year is fierce, with other impressive nominees such as:

    ???? Joe Mettle ft. Sunmisola Agbebi – Oba awon Oba
    ???? Stonebwoy ft. Odumodu Black – Ekelebe
    ???? Diana Hamilton ft. Mercy Chinwo – The Doing of the Lord
    ???? King Promise ft. Shalipopi – Continental
    ???? Gambo ft. Edem & Jim Jones – Drip Remix
    ???? Stonebwoy ft. Spice – Jiggle and Whine

    While each nominee has made their mark in the industry, The Doing of the Lord stands out as a perfect blend of artistic brilliance, cultural fusion, spiritual depth, and global appeal. This song not only inspires but also glorifies God, proving that gospel music is a transcendent force that unites people from all walks of life.

    As we celebrate Ghana’s growing influence in global gospel music, let’s support Diana Hamilton and her outstanding collaboration with Mercy Chinwo. The Doing of the Lord is not just a song—it’s a masterpiece, a testament to faith, and a shining example of excellence. It’s time to crown this collaboration as the rightful winner of International Collaboration of the Year at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

    Watch the video below ????????

  • Black Sherif Wins 25th TGMA Best Hip Hop/Hiplife Artiste of the Year

    Black Sherif Wins 25th TGMA Best Hip Hop/Hiplife Artiste of the Year

    Ghanaian music sensation Black Sherif has been awarded the Best Hip Hop/Hiplife Artiste of the Year at the 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

    The ceremony took place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) Grand Arena on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

    Black Sherif, born Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong, has gained widespread recognition for his unique fusion of afrobeat, hip hop, and hiplife sounds.

    His captivating storytelling and unvarnished lyrics reflect the joys and sorrows of daily life, resonating deeply with his audience. This authenticity has earned him critical acclaim and a devoted fan base, establishing him as a leading figure in Ghana’s music scene.

    He triumphed over Medikal, Jay Bhad, Amerado, King Paluta, and Sarkodie to win the award.

  • TGMA24: Stonebwoy Wins ‘Artiste of the Year’ and Five Other Awards

    TGMA24: Stonebwoy Wins ‘Artiste of the Year’ and Five Other Awards

    Celebrated Ghanaian reggae/dancehall singer and songwriter Livingston Etse Satekla, better known by his stage name Stonebwoy, took home the coveted Artiste of the Year award at the 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

    The celebration of Ghanaian music’s finest artists brought together both established artists and rising stars, that took place at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre in Accra.

    This makes it his second win of the award after he first picked it in 2015. Along with Sarkodie, Black Sherif, Kuami Eugene, King Promise, and Nacee, the ‘Into the Future’ singer competed for the most coveted award for the year in question.

    Stonebwoy’s win is a major turning point in his career and demonstrates his impact on the music industry.

    The Afro-dancehall performer has won five additional accolades, including International Collaboration of the Year, Song Writer of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, and Record of the Year, as well as the ninth-ever Reggae Dancehall Artiste of the Year award.

    With his distinctive fusion of dancehall, Afrobeats, and reggae, Stonebwoy has been a major player in the industry for more than ten years.

    His success is a tribute to his steady stream of hits, creative sound, and captivating live performances that have won over audiences both domestically and abroad.

    The artist stunned the audience with a stunning performance at the award ceremony, solidifying his status as one of Ghana’s best performers.

  • “I no longer focus on winning awards” – Strongman

    “I no longer focus on winning awards” – Strongman

    Ghanaian rapper Vincent Kwaku Osei, also referred to as Strongman in the music industry, has stated that he is no longer interested in winning the prestigious Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.

    Strongman said that he is not overly excited about the awards and that he now has a different priority after losing the best rapper category five times in a row.

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    Strongman, who is nominated for Best Rapper for his hit song “Dear God,” claims he is not really thinking about the Awards Night because of his constant loss.

    Speaking with Tony Best on Akoma Mmre on Akoma FM on Friday, the “Rap Is Still Alive” hitmaker stated he had more pressing matters to attend to rather than focusing on accolades that still disregard him.

    “This is the 6th time I have been nominated for the Best Rapper category and the 5th successive times but unfortunately turned to mirage, so I don’t need to pay much attention so that I won’t be disappointed.

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    “I always submit my works for scrutiny but I don’t get recognized hence I need to devote my time and attention to things that make me more relevant and always entertain my fans and lovers.

    “For the past four years I have never posted my nomination on any social media platform edging my fans to vote for me because of previous experience. I am focusing on other things to make me happy,” Strongman stated.

    On June 1 at the AICC, the Premium Awards will celebrate 25 years, and music lovers will be ecstatic about another music festival.

  • “You’ve downplayed my hardwork, efforts for too long” – Sista Afia goes hard on TGMA

    “You’ve downplayed my hardwork, efforts for too long” – Sista Afia goes hard on TGMA

    Ghanaian singer-songwriter Francisca Gawugah, better known by her stage name Sis Afia, has made a strong statement against what she sees as an under appreciation of her contributions to the nation’s music scene, especially at the esteemed Ghana Music Awards.

    The music diva expressed her frustration in a Facebook post seen by KobbyJosvan.com. She claimed that the organisers of the Ghana Music Awards scheme regularly ignored and marginalized her efforts in the music industry.
    Sis Afia feels that she should be given more credit for her contributions to the Ghanaian music scene, having made a name for herself with hits like “Jeje” and “Weather.” She claimed that, in spite of her commitment and diligence, she frequently gets overlooked in favour of other artistes when it comes to Ghana’s largest awards programme. Even though “Asuoden,” one of her hit songs from 2021, was popular, she underlined that it was not nominated.

    The singer continued by saying she knew of musicians who received award nominations but did not submit a nomination.

    “Have I offended someone at the high table Ghana Music Awards ?? The fact that Asuoden was a big song in 2021 Zero nominations which I still don’t get. I learnt people don’t even file for nominations but get nominations, the downplay on my efforts ever since i started doing music in Ghana hasn’t been fair to my craft And Yes it hurts because I work soo hard.

    “I’ve been quiet for soo long because i have respect for the scheme and I dont want to step on no one’s toes!” She wrote.

  • Let’s Embrace the VGMA – TGMA Experience and Pardon their Flaws – Derrick Manny

    Let’s Embrace the VGMA – TGMA Experience and Pardon their Flaws – Derrick Manny

    Award events occasionally spark some controversy. Perceived partiality or bias in the selection process is one of the prevalent problems. People might feel that certain artists or players are overlooked or snubbed. The underrepresentation of particular groups or genres due to a lack of diversity is another problem. These are just a couple of the many discussions that happen around awards events. It’s always interesting to see how people’s opinions differ!

    Even though identifying, honouring, and celebrating extraordinary contributions made by creatives to the music industry is the main objective of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, now known as the Telecel Ghana Music Awards, these concerns and issues cannot be disregarded.

    Derrick Manny, a Ghanaian entertainment enthusiast and pundit, has written an open letter to the notable TGMA’s organisers and important players. Addressing his concerns, he wrote;

    The reality we all have to understand is that award schemes are not Government schools that all the citizens are entitled to a fair share of the cake, even with that at times there are question marks.

    Award schemes are business entities, I mean money-making institutions that are working to pay bills on a realistic basis. We should understand that at a point lobbying is allowed especially when you have a strong bond (solid links and plugs) with the Board members who enjoy (PROTOCOL) and other incentives to make their position relevant.

    The fact that your favorite artist wasn’t nominated does not mean the BOARD IS WEAK neither biased, or not circumspect, even Christianity does not favor all Christians.

    Let’s embrace the new change (VGMA) to (TGMA) with positive energy to accelerate their progress and cement their presence to greatness.

    We all have flaws as humans, but don’t let us make it look as if getting a nomination or winning an award is the yardstick to measure musical success.

    It’s good to be honored and recognized but in all, God Time is the best ????.

    Congratulations to all the Nominees.