Ghanaian songwriter and Poet Jojo Addison known in showbiz circles as “Mr Addison” has released his debut single Glow.
He is an Electrical Engineering student of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He names Fela Kuti, Nina Simone and Bob Marley as his biggest inspiration growing up. Glow is an Afro Jazz song, fused with Rap. Basically about a lady with potential but is scared to show it because she worries too much about what others will say. The writer affirms his love for her and lets her know that he will always be there for her, forgetting and ignoring her fears and worries so she can glow.
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Mr Addison – Glow
Serenade – Ogranya
Serenade! Alternative singer Ogranya releases new single
Ogranya, the afro Soul/R&B artist under the management of Red Clay Entertainment led by Clay the Mogul drops his first official single Called serenade.
He has a unique sound that will catch your attention from the first listen. Serenade is a beautiful song that will definitely stir up positive emotions.
Listen to the song below:
Morgan Heritage To Release Music Video For 'Africa Jamaica' Featuring Stonebwoy & Diamond Platnumz On October 19
Friday, October 19 will be the official release of the highly anticipated music video “Africa Jamaica” by Morgan Heritage.
“Africa Jamaica” is one of the fore singles off Morgan Heritage’s upcoming album set for release in 2019; the song and video featured Ghana’s 2015 BET Winner, Stonebwoy from West Africa and Diamond has one Best African artist at MTV Europe Awards as well as others – he is a multi-award winning multi-platinum artiste.
The 2016 Grammy Winners (Morgan Heritage) are on a major mission to build a stronger African and Caribbean connect through music. The Group (Mojo, Peetah & Gramps – Morgan Heritage) are very optimistic the video will do exceptionally well in Africa and the Caribbean.
Morgan Heritage flew all the way to Ghana, West Africa to shoot the music video, directed by Jordan Hoechlin and Morgan Heritage. Morgan Heritage on their way to Ghana we also filmed some scenes in Cape Verde.
Subscribe to Morgan Heritage’s Official Youtube Channel here and watch #AfricaJamaica video first: https://www.youtube.com/user/MorganHeritageTv
BACKGROUND: SONG COLLABORATION
1 day after the 60th GRAMMY Awards early this year where their last studio album Avrakedabra was nominated for Best Reggae Album, the Iconic Reggae Super Group paid their longtime friend and multi GRAMMY Award winning super producer Jerry Wonda a visit at Platinum Recording Studio in NY. The idea of the song and video is to unite Africa and the Caribbean through the power of music and cultural crossings.
Morgan Heritage scored another historical feat while in Ghana filming the video their new song and makes history in the process by uniting East and West Africa. The 2016 Grammy award-winning Group members, Gramps Morgan, Peetah Morgan and Mojo Morgan had a successful video shoot with Ghana’s international Reggae/Dancehall super star, Stonebwoy, and Sub-Saharan Africa’s biggest recording artist of the moment from Tanzania, Diamond Platnumz. Africa x Jamaica is the lead single from their upcoming album due for release in 2019.
ENDORSEMENT CLIPPINGS:
(1) Stonebwoy from Ghana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6YYhRWnrWo
(2) Peetah Morgan, Jamaica: https://youtu.be/ONxb6rBh2y4
Kindly keep up with Morgan Heritage on their social media handle @MorganHeritage and hashtag #AfricaJamaica in all posts to aid buzz.
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Source:
Elorm Beenie,
Publicist – CTBC Music Group/Morgan Heritage
beeniewords@gmail.com
+233266633090
Musiga Sets June 28, 2019 For Elections
The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has set June 28, 2019 as the date for its national elections with regional elections following on October 25, 2019. This will be followed by its 2nd Biennial Conference in Accra on June 25, 2020. The elections will elect a new leadership for the Union after the term of the current executive under the leadership of its President Bice Osei Kuffour aka Obour.
This was announced by the General Secretary of the Union, Deborah Freeman at its 1st Biennial Conference in Cape Coast. The conference was under the theme Building a Vibrant Union for National Development.
Speaking as the Guest of Honor at the conference, the Central Regional Minister, Hon Kwamena Duncan assured the Union of government’s support in its work to ensure the welfare of musicians in the country.
Hon Duncan congratulated the Union for successfully holding its first biennial conference and called on musicians to continue to play a meaningful role in society through music that uplifts, heals and guides our nation.
MUSIGA President, Bice Osei Kuffour called on government to reintroduce music education into our basic school curriculum to ensure our youth enjoy the benefits of pedagogy and also create jobs for the teeming number of musicians with teaching skills.
He also called on government to make the KPMG’s Comprehensive Study on the Music Sector, a focal point of its interventions in the music sector. Obour also recounted the work the Union has done under his leadership.
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) Deputy Secretary General, Joshua Ansah said the informal sector of the economy has a huge impact on national development and musicians play a crucial in it.
A former president of the Union, Alhaji Sidiku Buari called on government to reintroduce tax waivers for the importation of musical instruments into the country to create more jobs for musicians. Diana Hopeson the immediate past president of MUSIGA who is also 2nd Vice President of GHAMRO explained the different roles the two organizations play in the music sector.
He noted that since MUSIGA is a member of the Union of Informal Workers Association (UNIWA) which is affiliated to the TUC, MUSIGA it will benefit from the technical support the TUC provides.
The conference was attended by regional executives from all over Ghana with a State Attorney from the Copyright Office, Dorothy Habadah present. Solidarity messages were from UNIWA, the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO), the Copyright Office, the Ageing Musicians Welfare Fund (AMWeF), Ghana Actors Guild (GAG) and the Ghana Culture Forum (GCF).
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Ghana Culture Forum (GCF), Creative Arts Council and Samrit Hotel supported the conference.
Praye – Adesoa (Prod by Keylex)
‘Adesoa’ is a fast tempo hot jam performed by award winning music trio, Praye. Song produced and mastered by Keylex.
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Praye – Adesoa (Prod by Keylex) [DOWNLOAD]
Makafui – Me Ne Woa (Prod By Gidi Siq Beatz)
Ghana’s newly discovered Afro Pop King, Makafui has released his first single under Clarkzville Entertainment. The song is titled ‘Me Ne Woa’.
Me Ne Woa is a love song, that undoubtedly exposes Makafui’s vocal and lyrical prowess.
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Makafui – Me Ne Woa (Prod By Gidi Siq Beatz) [DOWNLOAD]
Ras Kuuku Speaks On His ‘Strong’ Comeback
Ras Kuuku is enjoying a good comeback after his brief ‘quietude’ on the scene. He closed September with a powerful love song ‘I Love You’ – the song came with a nice visual content for TV that has been playing across various television and online networks.
Speaking on a radio interview recently, Ras Kuuku says he “had to keep calm and restructure things well with my Team after my sign with Sabaman Entertainment before putting in new works so that was the reason for my brief break on the scene. But we have the full package now and we have a lot of material now – new videos and new songs already worked on. My song ‘I Love You’ is the first one out of the bag we just released with an official video.”
Ras Kuuku was on radio on Monday morning to officially premier his new song I Love You on Zylofon 102.1fm with Sammy Flex on Showbiz Agenda. The ‘Puom’ Music frontliner was very confident in his new Team and new deal with Sabaman Entertainment he got signed to for 5 years at a press briefing in Accra few months ago.
CHECK OUT: Wendy Shay – The Boy Is Mine (Feat. Eno) (Official Video)
Listen to “I Love You” here: https://soundcloud.com/ghanamusicradio/ras-kuuku-i-love-you
Watch “I Love You” official video by Ras Kuuku here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J70Mvbhp7ak
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Facebook: RasKuuku
Instagram & Twitter: @RasKuuku
(Source: Elorm Beenie)
D.Cryme – Like A Model
The 6star music geeneral, Dr Cryme (also known as D. Cryme) is out with a new joint off his 3rd studio album.
He calls this ‘Like A Model’
CHECK OUT: R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Prod. by Killmatic x Killbeatz)
D.Cryme – Like A Model [DOWNLOAD]
E.L – The Interview
The title of this song speaks for itself and VO Nation signed act E.L is on it. He titles it “The Interview”. Download it here and listen.
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E.L – The Interview [Download]
Edem, KiDi, Donzy, Others Billed For ‘Shaker vs Ko-Jo Cue’ Concert
A big list has been released for the highly anticipated ‘Shaker vs Ko-Jo Cue’ joint concert by BBnZ Live artistes, Shaker and Ko-Jo Cue.
The concert scheduled for Friday, October 26, 2018, at the Alliance Française in Accra has a line-up of the big names in the Hip-hop/Hiplife business.
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On the night, the tall list of the supporting artistes will be divided into two teams; Ko-Jo Cue and Shaker will have their separate supporters to battle it out on the stage.
Shaker will have the backing of Twitch, Kofi Mole, Dopenation, Ojo , S3fa, Killmatic, CJ Biggerman, Wan-O, Epixode, Strongman and Quamina MP.
Ko-Jo Cue, on the other hand, will have Tulenkey, Eddie Kae , Sizz The Truth , Wan O, B4Bonah, Offei, Teephlow, Cabum, Donzy, Kula, A.I, Adomaa and Tibu JRN behind him.
After the main battle, Magnom, KiDi, Edem and Nana Beynin will join Shaker and Ko-Jo Cue with a stellar performance to close the show.
First of its kind in Ghana show business, the new school rap powerhouses will pull from their expansive catalogue, and treat fans to old and new songs alike, as they battle it out with each other with support from their respective crews made up of other music heavyweights.
‘Shaker vs Ko-Jo Cue’ joint concert is set to bring the nostalgic moment to the duo’s loyal fans and respective fan armies.
“Come and witness a showdown between two of the pacesetters of the game today! It’s going to be an explosive, unforgettable experience!” Shaker and Ko-Jo Cue assured fans.
This event is proudly powered by Aftown, BBnZ Live, Daily Guide newspaper, DGN TV, TV7, Zone36, 30 Minitzlive and WatsUp TV.
DJ Mensah All White Party Slated For 2nd November Inside SOHO Club
The Untouchable Dj Mensah as part of his efforts to change the face of night life in the country is at it again.
The annual”Dj Mensah All white Party” since its inception in 2005 has been year after year a party never to miss. This year’s “Dj Mensah All white party” will blow your mind as it promises to be the best yet.
Check Out : R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Official Video)
The event slated for Friday 2nd November will take place at Soho (Marina mall, Airport City).
Top Djs and celebrity appearance will take over the venue for a memorable “All white experience”
The event starts from 9pm till late, you do not want to miss this.
”Dj Mensah All white Party” is sponsored by Ciroc with support from My cellphone repairs and Good music.
For more enquiries or for Vip reservations kindly contact 055 608 0888 or 0200202021 pls note Vip is strictly by reservation.
Wendy Shay – The Boy Is Mine (Feat. Eno) (Official Video)
RuffTown Records signed act Wendy Shay takes charge of what is hers on this single titled “The Boy Is Mine”. She stands tall ready to protect what is hers and is not ready to go. Eno who is featured on this record becomes that friend who is not loyal and plays the greedy role. She adds the rap element on this record here.
It’s a double dosage which comes along with a music video which was shot by Yaw SkyFace. You will love this one we have you here.
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Facebook : Wendy Shay Official
Twitter : WendyShayGh
Instagram : Wendy Shay Official
Wendy Shay – The Boy Is Mine (Feat. Eno) (Prod. by MOG) [Download]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ9-G9pRN1g]
Wendy Shay – The Boy Is Mine (Feat. Eno) (Prod. by MOG)
RuffTown Records signed act Wendy Shay takes charge of what is hers on this single titled “The Boy Is Mine”. She stands tall ready to protect what is hers and is not ready to go. Eno who is featured on this record becomes that friend who is not loyal and plays the greedy role. She adds the rap element on this record here. Production credit goes to MOG for this one.
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Wendy Shay – The Boy Is Mine (Feat. Eno) (Prod. by MOG) [Download]
Teephlow Is A Big Problem In Our Music Industry.
Radio Pundit/Musician, Dada Hafco says “Teephlow is a big problem in the industry. I am just happy for him. He is a scarce rapper who goes out of the way to bring on something new and he is far ahead of his game.”
Dada Hafco was commenting on Teephlow’s latest single “Forgive”. The award-winning Rapper featured silky voice singer, Adina on the song who also equally nailed it.
The song had a big prop from the Zylofon FM pundits; the pundits who are known to be a “no mercy critics” – the likes of Willie Roi and Producer Wei Ye Oteng – were swooned to ebb! Fans who also called in also endorsed the song as a masterpiece.
“There’s a lot we can do to influence people than just record or perform our songs. We can do a lot with our lyrics. Let me use this opportunity to thank everyone supporting especially the DJs and Presenters who keep playing my songs,” Teephlow remarked. He was on Zylofon 102.1fm on Tuesday morning October 9 to premier the new cut on their segment called “Judgment Board”.
Teephlow won “Record of the Year” in 2018 at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA) with his song “State of the Art” on his “Phlowducation” EP (available on all online stores globally and locally).
Listen to “Forgive” here on soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/teephlow/forgive
You can follow Teephlow on his social media connects here:
Facebook: Teephlow
Instagram & Twitter: @TeephlowGH
(Story: Elorm Beenie)
Abban – Pretty Lady (Mystic Roots Riddim)
Irie Ites Label signed act, Abban has officially premiered his song off “Mystic Roots Riddim” produced by Irie Ites Studio’s In-House Producer, @TunzGH.
Officially titled “Pretty Lady”, Abban continues his love story, with his vocal dexterity, he was able to wow and deliver on this reggae riddim project coordinated by his parent record label, Irie Ites Label.
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Abban – Pretty Lady (Mystic Roots Riddim) [DOWNLOAD]
Addi Bilion – Up Up Forever
Addi Bilion serves us with his brand new Dancehall classic. He calls this ‘Up Up Forever’
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Addi Bilion – Up Up Forever [DOWNLOAD]
R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Official Video)
The video for the new single of R2bees Boys Kasa has been released and the video was directed by Babs Direction. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah are featured in the video as well. Download the audio below if you dont have it.
R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Prod. by Killmatic x Killbeatz) [Download]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF5hlOCSrLQ]
Amerado Readies Redemption EP
Ghanaian rapper Amerado has announced the coming of his second EP titled Redemption. The announcement was made when he took it to his Facebook page to ask fans the number of songs they love to have on the EP.
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Amerado has been in the news recently for been featured on Sarkodie’s yet to be released banger Biibi Ba produced by Fortune Dane.
The Redemption EP is expected to bring fire and feature top names in the Ghanaian music industry. The date of release and official artwork will be shared soon.
Enjoy a gist of what is expected from the Redemption Freestyle:
Fiifi Adinkra Ranked 5th On 2018 Top 50 Ghanaian Bloggers
With the power and influence popular online portals have assumed globally, leading PR & Rating firm, Avance Media has launched an annual research ranking dubbed Top 50 Ghanaian Bloggers to unveil the faces behind the most read and popular blogs owned and run by Ghanaians.
The ranking which features bloggers from diverse sectors such as entertainment, lifestyle, education, fashion, technology, health, relationship and others is intended to annually feature Ghanaian bloggers whose blogs have distinguished themselves as a source of credible information, education & entertainment according to the MD of Avance Media, Prince Akpah. He further stated that; beyond serving as netizen ambassadors of Ghana, these individuals’ blogs must also be devoid of fake news and the propagation of negative propaganda.
According to the 2018 ranking, founder of www.ghpage.com, Toni Kusi ranked as the most influential blogger claiming the top spot.
With the ranking featuring a limited number of females, Jemila Abdulai of www.circumspete.com emerged as the most influential female blogger and number 32 on the overall ranking.
Using estimated traffic data & social media influence as key indicators for the ranking, the research also unveiled Ameyaw Debrah as the most followed blogger across Social Media and also on twitter.
Fashionghana.com run by Nana Tamakloe leads as the most followed blog on Facebook with www.nkonkonsa.com also run by Eugene Osafo-Nkansah as the followed blog on Instagram.
In furthering their pursuit to support bloggers, Avance Media will in March 2019 convene the first edition of the Ghana Bloggers Summit, an initiative which will bring bloggers together to network, share and learn among themselves to project a good image of Ghana. More information on the summit is available via www.avancemedia.org/bloggers19
Below are the 2018 Top 50 Ghanaian Bloggers and their blogs
- Toni Kusi || ghpage.com
- Seckloawu Bless || celebritiesbuzz.com.gh
- Stephen Zoure || mynewsgh.com
- Chris-Vincent Agyapong || ghanacelebrities.com
- Fiifi Adinkra || ghanandwom.net
- Nana Tamakloe || fashionghana.com
- Ameyaw Debrah || ameyawdebrah.com
- Chris Handler || ghbase.com
- Nii Atakora Mensah || ghanamusic.com
- Akesse Sanza || jetsanza.com
- John-Bunya Klutse || jbklutse.com
- Kofi Cephas || ghgossip.com
- Felix Adomako Mensah || zionfelix.net
- Ellis Ferdinand || educationghana.net
- Isaac Aidoo || ghkwaku.com
- Eugene Osafo-Nkansah || nkonkonsa.com
- Frimpong Prince || eonlineghana.com
- Eugene Nyavor || ghlinks.com.gh
- Kwadjo Panyin || musingsofanafricanbachelor.com
- David Mawuli || ghanafuo.com
- Felix Akakpo || phylx.com
- George Britton || georgebritton.com
- Elorm Beenie || beeniewords.com
- Ebenezer Anangfio || ghanagist.com
- Shadrach Annang || eventlabgh.com
- Abraham Odartey Lamptey || odarteyghnews.com
- Augustus Koranteng Kyei || kobbykyeinews.com
- Jonilar Laryea || jonilar.net
- Pep Junia || enewsgh.com
- Ekow Simpson || cape360gh.com
- Ebenezer Nana Yaw Donkor || nydjlive.com
- Jemila Abdulai || circumspecte.com
- Kubinho Acolatse || kubilive.com
- Yaw Sarpong || glammynews.com
- Tony Asankomah & Lewis Opoku || ghmoviefreak.com
- Keni Kodjo || kenikodjo.com
- Afua Rida || styledbyrida.com
- Amegavi Samuel || tmghlive.com
- Mac-Jordan Degadjor || macjordangh.com
- Kris Sowah || cypressghana.com
- Kwao Lezzes-Tyt || kwaolezzes.com
- Edward Blagogee || blagogee.com
- Naa Oyoo Kumodzi || naaoyooquartey.com
- Mustapha Nii-okai Inusah || attractivemustapha.com
- Barimah Amoaning || entamoty.com
- Emmanuel Arhin || kulelive.com
- Jullie Jay-Kanz || hello-gh.com
- Charles Wudengba || wunfef.com
- Kobby Blay || ghanahealthnest.com
- Kajsa Hallberg Adu || kajsaha.com
R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Prod. by Killmatic x Killbeatz)
R2bees drops Boys Kasa and the list of artistes featured on this one are Kings of the New School. we have King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal and B4Bonah. Production credit goes to Killmatic and KillBeatz.
Check Out : Joey B – Stables (feat. La Meme Gang)
R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Prod. by Killmatic x Killbeatz) [Download]
Itunes Link Below
R2bees – Boys Kasa (Feat. King Promise, Kwesi Arthur, DarkoVibes, RJZ, Spacely, Humble Dis, Medikal x B4Bonah) (Prod. by Killmatic x Killbeatz) [Download]