Multiple Award-winning dancehall act and CEO of Burniton Music Group, Stonebwoy who recently inked a milky record deal with Zylofon Media was in Elmina, Central Region on Monday, 10th July, 2017.
As part of a series of activities which included a commercial shoot for Menzgold as brand ambassador, the 2015 BET Best International Act, Africa paid a courtesy call on the chief of Elmina, Nana Kodwo Condua VI.
The Chief respectfully accepted and pleasantly received Stonebwoy whose entourage included his Road Manager Blakk Ceddi, and representatives from his Management and Record label Zylofon Media.
Stonebwoy
By way of information, Zylofon Media partnered with Elmina to organize this year’s Bakatue Festival. The sponsorship package included Over 2000 branded T-shirts, re-painting and branding of the Elmina Chief’s palace, and an undisclosed amount of money, among other goodies.
In what seems like the biggest endorsement so far in her career, Pananawey hit maker, Renner has been referred to as the future of Ghana music by the biggest artiste in Ghana at the moment Shatta Wale.
Renner did a live reggae rendition of Shatta Wale’s Ayoo which has thrown more light on her fast emerging brand.
Shatta Wale in acknowledging the brilliant rendition posted the link of the video on his official facebook page with the caption ‘Renner mush up ayooo…… God bless the future.’
The Best Female Vocalist at the central music awards together with her team WeAreGHG started the second season of Renner Live, where Renner does renditions of popular songs.
The Ayoo rendition was done with Poet and instrumentalist Poetyk Prynx.
Stonebwoy Getting Married To Dr Louisa Ansong This Friday
According to reports, Dr Louisa Ansong, wife of Raggae/Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy, is reported to be ‘heavily’ pregnant. According to radio presenter Sokoo Hemaa, Mrs Setekla is pregnant and is carrying the baby for some months now.
Mrs Setekla, who is currently having her housemanship at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra, tied the knot with Stonebwoy Friday, June 16, 2017 in Tema where invited family members and close friends attended to support.
She graduated as the Overall Best Student (Dental Surgery) from the KNUST. She won 6 out of the 9 awards during the graduation ceremony. She is the Chief Executive Officer, of Denkyi African Sole.
Sister Debbie and Medikal have been flaunting their love for each other on social media platforms and we must admit that these lovebirds are really enjoying themselves from what we always see.
Both artists have filled their separate Instagram accounts with images showing love for each other over the past few months, and they are surely leaving their fans salivating over their lovebird pictures.
Ruff Town Records / Midas Touch Inc signed Act Ebony Reigns has been nominated in 4 categories at the 2nd edition of the Ghana Music Awards UK. The female dance all act was selection among over 100s of Ghanaian musicians, labels and management teams who submitted their nominations.
New Artiste of the Year, Reggae/DanceHall Artiste of the Year, Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year and Best Collaboration of the year are the noinations she won.
The awards are based on the reporting period of April 2016 through April 2017. The 2nd annual Ghana Music Awards UK plaques will be presented to the winners on Saturday, 16th September, 2017 at the Gaumont Palace (Dominion Center), 9 The Broadway, High Road, Wood Green, London N22 6DS.
Ghana Music Awards UK shines a spotlight on the best Ghanaians musicians who excel in Ghana and the UK. Without any further ado, here are the very deserving nominees for the 2nd Ghana Music Awards UK 2017 – congratulations to all!
AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR.
Runtown
Tekno
Wizkid
Mr. Eazi
Eddy Kenzo
GOSPEL SONG OF THE YEAR.
Yewo Nyame A Yewo Adze – Nacee ft. Ernest Opoku Jr
Change Over – Mary Agyemang
Mewo Jesus – Mabel Okyere
My Soul says Yes – Sonnie Badu
Healing Stream – Jeshrun Okyere ft. Nathaniel Bassey
Agye Wo Nsem – Piesie Esther
GOSPEL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Joe Mettle
Mabel Okyere
Piesie Esther
Nacee
Sonnie Badu
Jeshrun Okyere
NEW ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
King Promise
Medikal
Adina
Ebony
Dem Tinz
BEST MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Yewo Nyame A Yewo Adze – Nacee ft. Ernest Opoku Jr
Booze N Boobs – Guru ft. Roll
Pain Killer – Sarkodie ft. Runtown
Rapping Drums – Flowking Stone
Nyedzilo – Edem ft Reekado Banks
One Thing – Stonebwoy ft. Damaris
BEST GROUP OF THE YEAR
VVIP
R2Bees
Dobble
BEST RAPPER OF THE YEAR.
EL
Guru
Pope Skinny
Manifest
Yaa Pono
Flowking Stone
Sarkodie
Medikal
HIPLIFE SONG OF THE YEAR
Samba – Guru ft. Singlet
Club – Donzy ft. Sarkodie
Raw – Guru
Borkor Die – Criss Waddle
RNS (Rich Nigga Shit) – Sarkodie
HIGHLIFE SONG OF THE YEAR
Enko Den – Daddy Lumba
Frema – Nero X
Gwe – Bisa Kdei
Confessions – Kofi Kinaata
Beshiwo – Becca
Christy – Dobble
Brown Sugar – Kumi Guitar
Guy Guy – Nana Qwame
HIGHLIFE ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Kumi Guitar
Bisa Kdei
Becca
Kofi Kinaata
Nero X
11.REGGAE/DANCEHALL SONG OF THE YEAR
People Dey – Stonebwoy
Prove Them Wrong – Shatta wale
Yonnah – Samini ft. Luther
Nwansina – Ras Kuuku ft. Luther
Poison – Ebony
Pain Them – Rudebwoy Ranking
REGGAE/DANCE HALL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Stonebwoy
Ras Kuuku
Samini
Ebony
Shatta wale
Rudebwoy Ranking
BEST COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR
Forever – Eazzy ft. Mr. Eazi
Yewo Nyame A Yewo Adze – Nacee ft. Ernest Opoku
Onaapo – Nacee ft. Dee Aja
Confirm RMX – Medikal ft. Sarkodie
Taking Over – Shatta Wale ft. Militants
My Baby – Magnom ft. Joey B
Poison – Ebony ft. Gatdoe
Pain Killer – Sarkodie ft. Runtown
Beshiwo – Becca ft. Bisa Kdei
ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Shatta Wale
Kofi Kinaata
Sarkodie
EL
Stonebwoy
SONG OF THE YEAR
Taking Over – Shatta Wale ft. Militants
Confessions – Kofi Kinaata
Christy – Dobble
Time Aso – Sidney
Onaapo – Nacee ft. Dee Aja
HIPLIFE/HIP-POP ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Criss Waddle
Guru
EL
Flowking Stone
Sarkodie
Medikal
M.anifest
HIP-HOP SONG OF THE YEAR
God MC – M.anifest
Trumpet – Sarkodie ft. Tee Flow, Medikal, Strongman, Koo Ntakra, Donzy & Pappy Kojo
Lalafalama – EL
Confirm RMX – Medikal ft. Sarkodie
Tension – Okyeame Kwame ft. Cabum, Medikal & Sister Deborah
Gold – Guru
AFRO POP SONG OF THE YEAR
Ayoo – Shatta Wale
Solo – Article Wan
Taking Over – Shatta Wale ft. Militants
Forever – Eazzy ft Mr. Eazi
MUSIC PRODUCER / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR
Kindee
Willis Beatz
Highly Spiritual
Nacee
Danny Beatz
GHANAIAN TRADITIONAL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Sherifa Gunu
Atongo Simba
Norlla Wiyaala
King Ayisoba
Wulomo
(UK BASED AWARD CATEGORIES)
UK BASED GOSPEL SONG OF THE YEAR
You Are The One – Minister Owura Jay
Boafo ne Awurade – Hannah A. Donkor
Land of God – Justice Odoi
It will come to Pass – Sarah Clark
Onyame Tumi Adi Nyinaa Ye – Comfort Amankwah
Se Nyame Nni Mua – Mama Cee
Alpha and Omega – Amankwah Tiah
Me nsa aka Me De3 – Theodora Gospel
Give Me You – P.K. Boadi
My Soul Says Yes – Sonnie Badu
UK BASED GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Sounds of Africa – Sonnie Badu
Land Of God – Justice Odoi
Second Chance – Ernest O. Kyeremanteng
Eden na menye ma wo – Amankwah Tiah
Genesis – Minister King Bricky Aboagye
You Are The One – Minister Owura Jay
Onyame tumi adenyinaa ye – Comfort Amankwah
Boafo Ne Awurade – Hannah A. Donkor
UK BASED GOSPEL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Hannah A. Donkor
Sonnie Badu
Minister Owura Jay
Amankwah Tiah
Comfort Amankwah
Justice Odoi
Minister King Bricky Aboagye
BEST UK BASED NEW GOSPEL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Manye Stone
Gertrude Forson
Minister Ike
Maame Serwaa
Hannah A. Donkor
Elder Ofori
Charlie Barnes
Nana Achia
Sarah Clark
Mama Comfort
Prophet Eliyahu Boateng
Yaw Boateng
Bishop Merry Frimpomaah
Alice Bee
BEST UK BASED GHANAIAN INTERNATIONAL ARTISTE
Stormzy
LD of 67 Group
Lethal Bizzle
Kwabs
Reggie N Bollie
Novelist
UK BASED AFROBEATS ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Mista Silva
Eugy
Kwamz N Flava
Composers
Jaij Hollands
Atumpan
UK BASED AFROBEATS SONG OF THE YEAR
GB – Under Lover
Yxng Bane ft. Kojo Funds – Fine wine
Kojo Funds ft Abra Cadabra – Dun Talkin
Dun D – Badman
Atumpan – Let them say
UK BASED ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Kojo Funds
Abra Cadabra
Mista Silva
Eugy
Atumpan
Juls
Dun D
UK BASED NEW GHANAIAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Belly Squad
Niji
GB
NSG
Koffi Nyat
A.I.M
Jayo
UK BASED NEW DISCOVERY UNCOVERED ART OF THE YEAR
Lippy & K- hi Bangit
Tinkez
Under Rider
Geo Wellington
Ked 2 Besi
Akata Stone
UK BASED PRODUCER /ENGINEER
Composers
Kwamz
DJ Juls
Whoelsebutjuelz
Adeshyie Studios
Kingsbeatz
Hator Bros/Temaboyz
Black Kulcha Music
Team Salut
Jae 5
UK BASED GHANAIAN DJ OF THE YEAR
DJ Billy
DJ Sawa
DJ Bibi
DJ Snypa
DJ Fiifi
DJ P. Montana
DJ Invisible
Bullhaus Entertainment brings to us the best of mid week excitement to relax the body from much stress at work. It’s the RM Buffet Champagne Party at X Bar & Shisha Lounge which is located at Adabraka Roxy.
The main act on bill for the event is the dancehall Anas Rudebwoy Ranking. It’s free for all. The Vodafone Ghana Music Awards nominee has been always on his game and patrons for the event as in for the best of good performance as they sip on their champagne. Rush Energy Drink is the main partner for this event. For further information, contact 0243227978.
After all the controversies it didn’t kill the vibe on this song, Kurl Songx brings to us the official video of “Jennifer Lomotey”. This video features Sarkodie and the video was directed by Justin Campos for Gorrila Films. The song was produced by Kaywa for Highly Spiritual Music / Steaman Entertainment Inc.
Just few months after releasing “Bakukaiba” with E.L which has been accepted by his fans as the official anthem on the streets and continues to be part of the most talked about songs in the capital and beyond.
Haywaya is set to release a new single with label mate, Efya christened “Tamalady”. Inspired by the life of women who move from the rural areas especially, the North to the cities in search of jobs that will enable them take care of family members and in some cases their husbands back home.
But, the story of finding a good job in the city turns out to be different for most of them as majority end up as head porters (Kayayo ladies), left in the mercy of the poorest places in the cities, some sleep on the streets and if care is not taken, they get raped by gangs at night.
Haywaya wants to use “Tamalady” to encourage every women out there working hard to attain financial freedom status in order to help their families, not give up. And, also serve as a voice for the voiceless who have no one to speak on their cases for them.
Hence, Haywaya’s decision to feature Efya, who has over the past years paved her way through the tough walls and harsh conditions of the industry to be parts of the most bankable female artists on the continent.
“Tamalady” is set to be officially released before the end of July.
Bamba Records lead signee FaReed popularly called THE HIPHOP ALHAJI in an interview on Happy 989fm with Dj Advicer last Friday spoke about his music, relationship and some more.
THE HIPHOP ALH AJI talked about how his affection for music began when he was a child, when his Dad used to play the “Kalangu” instrument for individuals around in the zongo community. He drew motivation from him and that was the point at which his affection for music began. His voyage in music begun as far back as senior high school where he dropped his first mixtape and sold printed versions on grounds to companions and mates for an expense.
The discussion with FaReed ‘Hiphop Alhaji’ it got a bit awkward when he when asked about his relationship status, he said “I have a young lady now however) y3 long” may3 zaafi as he giggled, these are his words used to portray how his devotion to his music and fame has influenced his present relationship.
FaReed kept on boasting about how he’s in an “comfortable lead” with regards to the Hausa Music genre and that he doesn’t consider anybody to be a threat to him, and went ahead to enormous up “VIP” now “VVIP” as a major aspect of a the few individuals he admired growing up who were doing their thing with the Hausa dialect.
The Bamba records signee is set is set to continue his radio tour in the north in a few weeks’ time and has discharge his most recent tune “Tonight” which features dance-hall artist IWAN.
Sarkodie and Stonebwoy are competing for ‘Best Africa Male‘ award. Sauti Sol, Cassper Nyovest, Diamond Platnumz, Eddie Kenzo, Nasty C and Toofan are the other nominees in the category.
Efya and Becca were nominated in the Best Africa Female Artist (Non Nigerian) category alongside Amanda Black and Victoria Kimani.
Ama K, Abebrese, Chris Attoh, Majid Michel, Jackie Appiah and Yvonne Okoro also gained nominations.
Stonebwoy Burniton, born Livingstone Etse Satekla is a Ghanaian Afro pop, dancehall and reggae artiste who hails from the Volta Region. He was born on March 5, 1988 in Ashaiman, a suburb of Accra, and places fourth (4th) in a family of seven (7) siblings.
As far back as grade four (4), young Stonebwoy realized his love and passion for creative arts, having successfully scripted and acted for the drama club of his school and also put words together in a rhythmic manner. Since then, the young chap has never stopped singing both songs that he has written and composed and those by artists he is influenced by
In an industry flooded with people trying out a number of things in a bid to establishing their identity, Stonebwoy stands as one unique artiste with a sense of direction and purpose. His two albums (currently available on iTunes) Grade #1 and Necessary Evil are captivating debut that heralds the arrival of a gifted and significant artist, marking his territory. He recorded his first track in a family studio a decade ago. Thence, Stonebwoy has never looked back.
Making the history surrounding the emergence of an African legend was when in first year in Senior High School, Stonebwoy met up with a radio DJ/Presenter, Doctor Duncan who at the time was the host of KASAHARI, a real time rap battle programme. Out of that programme came the likes of Sakordie, Dr Cryme and many other relevant rappers in Ghana. More than 10 years ago and Stonebwoy recalls “I battled my way out every weekend without defeat till date. Music chose me, I didn’t choose music”.
His first radio hit, Makuma (My Heart) was released in second year at Senior High School plus several others that followed up later. By third year, he had amassed for himself a flaming underground popularity and went on to release another hit titled Empress which held him up years after leaving High School in 2007.
Thereafter, things happened in quick succession and Stonebwoy soon started work with S24 studios in 2008. He later joined Samini (one of Ghana’s revered dancehall artiste) and his HighGrade family and remained there until 2012, when he decided to put into practice all he had seen and learnt when he formed his own record label called Burniton Music Group (BMG).
Knowing the direction he was heading with his career, Stonebwoy worked day and night with his team to ensure that they achieved the best. Today, the result of hard work is certainly paying off for the young chap with collaborations with international acts from Africa, UK, Jamaica such as Jah Vinci, Trey Songz, Gappy Ranks, Randy Valentine, Sakordie, Wayne Wonder, Laza Morgan, Samini, Obrafour, Black Prophet, R2Bees, Patoranking, General Pype Stylogee, Burna Boy, Morgan Heritage, Chris Martin, I Octane, Kranium and many others.
With his electrifying and energetic performance, he has attracted a large fan base across the world having staged performances in UK, USA, Australia, Italy, Amsterdam and many more countries and sharing stage with acts such as Lauryn Hill, Alkaline, Busy Signal, Popcaan, Morgan Heritage and Wizkid.
Branding plays a very important role within the BMG group, and as a brand, Stonebwoy’s popular catchphrase – “BHIM!!!!!‟(Bless His Imperial Majesty) – has been largely received and accepted, not just within Ghana and Africa, but in Europe too.
Ghana’s reggae/dancehall export Charles Nii Armah Mensah known by stage name Shattawale was yesterday 8th July,2017 honoured with the “Key To The City” of Worcester, Massachusetts in the United States of America.
The African “Dancehall King” after an implausible stage performance at the 2300 capacity “auditorium dubbed the Hanover Theater” was honoured by the Mayor of the city; Joseph M Petty who handed over the “Key ” to the Ghanaian dancehall artiste.
The Key to the City of Worcester is conferred to individuals by the sitting Mayor; Joseph Petty for the recognition of one’s huge contribution to the betterment of Worcester or to a well respected visitor.
The citations written on the plague clearly states that Shattawale is being recognized and honoured by Worcester for his relentless contribution to the arts industry and for honouring the city with such a successful event and great performance.
Shattawale is currently in USA to embark on his “After The Storm” tour.
Lil Win – Twedie (Blow) (Feat Top Kay & Zack) (Prod By Apya)
From the camp of Boss Nation Music comes this collaboration by Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win featuring manager Zack and Top Kay.
He titles this one Twedie (BLOW) with production credit going to Apya.
Lil Win who seems not to be giving up in music anytime soon just released his collaboration with the “Solo” hit-maker dubbed Akika Akika which is gradually becoming our favorite jam.
Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win is currently in Germany for his Europe Tour and we believe “Twedie” here is an addition to the list of fun he has for us and the world at large.
If you ever doubted Lil Win as a wack MC, then listen to Twedie below because he is gradually becoming a godMC.
From the camp of Boss Nation Music comes this collaboration by Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win featuring manager Zack and Top Kay.
He titles this one Twedie (BLOW) with production credit going to Apya.
Lil Win who seems not to be giving up in music anytime soon just released his collaboration with the “Solo” hit-maker dubbed Akika Akika which is gradually becoming our favorite jam.
Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win is currently in Germany for his Europe Tour and we believe “Twedie” here is an addition to the list of fun he has for us and the world at large.
If you ever doubted Lil Win as a wack MC, then listen to Twedie below because he is gradually becoming a godMC.
Fresh off inked Sleeky promotions on a deal with Black Avenue Muzik Frontliner D-BLACK on a joint dubbed Oboshie which introduces this sensational act from Tadi namely Afezi Perry, Kuulboi xo, Corp Sayvee, FnF,Yaw Lucaz and Shakes on the 2017 First maiden sleeky compilation 2017 edittion.
Music is meant to unite and not to create divisions and enmity among others, who is saying this?
The Akuapem rap proponent Isaac Akuffo popularly known as Koo Ntakra in the music scenery has vividly expressed his dissatisfaction with the organizers of the Eastern Music Awards.
The tension and the already ‘non-existing’ ties among the artistes in the eastern region was rekindled all in the name of this purported Eastern Music Awards through their vague voting system which sparked a whole lot of confusion among fans and followers of the maiden awards. Many have raised eyebrows about the system of voting for the awards ever since it was opened to the public, and Koo Ntakra one of the leading nominees is of no exception.
No wonder they say “Ghanaians are so concerned about diplomas and awards”. Competition has shown to be useful up to a certain point and no further but cooperation which is the thing we must strive for today begins where competition leaves off thus an admonishment to others to work towards their goals and their talent rather than striving for accolades as they say competition brings out the best in products and the worst in people.
Therefore the ultimate priority of his career is to impact lives through the stories of life he tells with his music and to get his fans thrilled with good music and in return get himself some bucks and that is “showbiz” not some mere incredible laurels intended to break alliance, the King of Kofcity as he has become known by many took to his facebook page to pour out his dissatisfaction and advised the organizers of the award scheme to not use their award to break relationships of the artists in the region which already they are trying hard to cooperate among themselves.
After weeks of effective publicity, award winning Ghanaian musician Slim Busterr has finally had a successful “Orange Night” in U.K
The event which featured other London based Ghanaian musicians witnessed sound producer and singer, Yesss Rudeboi thrill patrons to the fullest.
Rudeboi, who is the brother of Yebeko hitmaker, DeeVS performed series of songs including his collaboration with Slim Buster dubbed Checky Me, Odo Nsuo ft Bisa Kdei, among others
Rudeboi is one of the few Ghanaian musicians making waves in the diaspora and the video we have below shows the massive love he has out there.
Genesis Music Production frontline artist is out with another hot new single titled, ‘Dance (Joo)’, produced by his frequent collaborator, Robby Beatz.The song is a routine dance tune, characterized by beats that will move your body.The most beautiful thing about this new project is, it comes together with it’s official visuals directed by 5teven Films with a beautiful choreographed scenes shot at a beautiful and colorful location.
