Monday, November 11

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Stonebwoy announces upcoming show at London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
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Stonebwoy announces upcoming show at London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire

Stonebwoy has announced a show at London’s 02 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, on Saturday, March 08, 2025, on the heels of his new chart-topping 6th studio album “UP & RUNNIN” https://www.youtube.com/embed/Kq-XB4zIp3I?feature=oembed The show arrives as the first date of his newly announced “UP & RUNNIN6” tour, scheduled to span all of 2025, as he continues to solidify his legacy as one of the most influential artists and leading voices in reggae, dancehall, and Afropop. It will usher in a new era following his landmark 5TH DIMENSION album era, during which he performed over 50 international shows and received more than 20 prestigious industry awards worldwide.This event will also be Stonebwoy’s first major return to London for a self-curated headline show since his successful 2023 ...
Bawumia launches local music streaming app, Ghana Music Xperience
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Bawumia launches local music streaming app, Ghana Music Xperience

The Ghana Music Xperience [GMX] streaming platform has been launched in Accra.The streaming platform was created by a group of Ghanaians solely for an exclusive collection of Ghanaian music. The platform which features every genre from highlife to hiplife, afrobeat to traditional rhythms will help push Ghana’s rich musical legacy and contemporary sounds. Whether you’re discovering up-and-coming musicians or enjoying hit songs, GMX provides a smooth music experience. By signing up to the platform, you can discover carefully chosen playlists to help you enjoy a unique blend of local content that resonates with the heart of Ghana. The launch which took place at the De Iconic Events Centre in East Legon, Accra on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, was attended by dignitaries and stakehol...
Gambo on Voice of America , talks about the American dream vs African reality
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Gambo on Voice of America , talks about the American dream vs African reality

The 'Drip' hitmaker, Gambo visited VOA’s studios in Washington where he sat down with reporter Mike Hove to share his experiences so far in the US where he's been on tour for months, speaking about experiencing the "American dream" in reality. https://youtu.be/t92_3N6gI1U In the interview, Gambo revealed how it felt like to meet Snoop Dogg for the time back in February 2024, saying Snoop Dogg was a very warm personality who "makes you feel like you know him, he doesn't give you the chance to be nervous." It would be recalled that the meeting between Gambo, the Vodafone Ghana Music Award-winning rapper and the legendary Snoop Dogg took place in Los Angeles, California on the sidelines of the African pre-Grammy Awards Global Affairs event. On his musical projects, Gambo disclos...
Jackie Appiah Earns Nomination For AMAA Best Actress Award
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Jackie Appiah Earns Nomination For AMAA Best Actress Award

The Africa Film Academy, producers of the Africa Movie Award Academy, AMAA, have revealed the highly anticipated nominations for the upcoming 20th edition.Celebrated Ghanaian actress, Jackie Appiah, has been nominated for the Best Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in the movie “Red Carpet” at this year’s Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAAs) This was announced at the launch of the 20th edition of the awards ceremony which took place in Ikeja, Nigeria on Wednesday, October 2. Jackie faces tough competition from Girley Jazama, Oyin Oladejo, Unati Faku, Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Laura Pepple and Ife Irele. Among the dignitaries who graced the occasion were the Chief Operating Officer of AMAA, Mr Tony Anih and AMAA gala night producer, Mr Kingsley James. Themed, “Celebrating Afri...
Bold and fearless: Nigeria’s latest star to headline in London
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Bold and fearless: Nigeria’s latest star to headline in London

If Ruger has learnt one thing this year, it's that taking a leap of faith pays off. Parting ways with his old record label to form his own was an eye-opening experience for the 24-year-old Nigerian singer. "I understand the business more now," Ruger says, admitting "it's more stressful" but that the newfound freedom has also granted him a deeper sense of control.  "I feel more enlightened and more at peace," he tells me. As we speak, the star is preparing for his first headline show in London. I don't detect any nerves, though. He is bubbly, engaging and relaxed as he explains the role Britain's capital city plays in shaping Afrobeats music on the global stage.  "If your song is big here, it is big around the world," he says. Not that he wants to do things...
Rhythms On Da Runway to honour Agya Koo Nimo, others
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Rhythms On Da Runway to honour Agya Koo Nimo, others

The 2024 edition of “Rhythms On Da Runway” will honour some individuals who have contributed immensely to the advancement of the creative arts in Ghana. Slated for November 30, at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre, the show would honour prominent personalities such as Agya Koo Nimo, known in private life as Daniel Amponsah, who had, over the years, championed acoustic guitar Highlife and folklore (palm wine music). Kwabena Kwabena, another fine voice in Highlife music, and Chief Dele Momodu of Ovation fame, who has invested and supported Ghanaian creatives would also be honoured on the night.  Additionally, Bibie Brew a renowned Ghanaian, French international singer who broke boundaries with her impeccable voice is on t...
Kofi Kinaata Involved In Accident, Says He Is Doing Fine
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Kofi Kinaata Involved In Accident, Says He Is Doing Fine

Highlife singer Kofi Kinaata has allayed the fears of his many admirers following news this afternoon that he had been involved in an accident.Details of the accident at an unknown location trended on social media, fuelling genuine concerns from his followers who were at a loss at the true situation. However, Kinaata calmed down many nerves in a Facebook post and live video recording, noting that he was doing well. In a Facebook post, the Susuka hitmaker mentioned that he got involved in a car accident on his way to an event in the Western region and expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and concern. He wrote, “On our way to an event in the Western Region, our car had a head-on collision with a motorcycle at Aboadze, leading to an incident. “Thank you all for your co...
Vocal Sensation Koby Tuesday heals hearts with motivational “Manna” single
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Vocal Sensation Koby Tuesday heals hearts with motivational “Manna” single

Budding music sensation Koby Tuesday has set sights on healing and inspiring hearts with his new single titled, "Manna”.The song "Manna" is about resilience and the ability to overcome hurdles, inspired by Koby Tuesday's own experiences in the music industry.  The track has an amazing intro, drawing listeners into Koby Tuesday's unique lyrical prowess and making a passionate appeal to God to send down his blessings.According to the singer and songwriter, music means more than entertainment to him and he wants to use it as a life-changing force."I penned down this prayer song out of pain and desperation. I can't wait to share with the world," Koby Tuesday said, adding that he wants the song to be a game changer in people's lives."This street anthem is a tribute to the grind and determinatio...
Jackson 5 singer Tito Jackson dead at 70
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Jackson 5 singer Tito Jackson dead at 70

Tito Jackson is the brother of the late Michael Jackson Tito Jackson, an original member of the Jackson 5 pop group and brother of the late Michael Jackson, has died aged 70, US media report. An official cause of death is yet to be determined. Tito performed in the famous ensemble with brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael, who died in 2009. He was recently in Munich ahead of a performance that the group were due to give. The Jackson 5 began performing in the mid-1960s Steve Manning, a long-time Jackson family friend and former Jackson family manager, told Entertainment Tonight that Jackson died on Monday. The news was confirmed in an Instagram post by Jackson's three sons, Taj, Taryll and TJ Jackson, who were themselves an R'n'B/pop trio, 3T, in the 1990s. ...
James Earl Jones, voice of Darth Vader, dies aged 93
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James Earl Jones, voice of Darth Vader, dies aged 93

American actor James Earl Jones, best known for being the voice of the Star Wars villain Darth Vader, has died aged 93. He died early on Monday morning surrounded by his family, agent Barry McPherson said.  Jones starred in dozens of films including Field of Dreams, Coming To America, Conan the Barbarian and The Lion King. He was best known for giving the Star Wars supervillain Darth Vader his distinctive, gravelly voice. Mark Hamill, who played Vader's son Luke Skywalker in Star Wars, posted "RIP Dad" with a broken heart emoji as he shared a news report of the death. James Earl Jones posed next to Darth Vader during a premiere in New York for Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones in 2002 During his career, Jones won three Tony awards including two Emmys and a Gram...