The Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) has sparked debate with its latest nominations, particularly in the “Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song Of The Year” category which is novel. Many are questioning the omission of Joseph Matthew’s hit song “Fear No Evil,” which has ganered impressive numbers and chalked impressive feet in the year of review.

 

The category according to TGMA is defined, “Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song Of The Year” category is designed to recognize songs that blend gospel with elements of R&B, hip-hop, and other pop genres, generating significant public excitement and patronage”. By this definition, “Fear No Evil” seems like a no-brainer for nomination.

 

“Joseph Matthew’s “Fear No Evil” has not only resonated with audiences but has also achieved impressive numbers, outperforming some nominated songs like, “Call” and “Onwanwani”. The song’s presence on major TV stations in Ghana and Nigeria, as well as its extensive radio airplay across regions, underscores its impact and popularity.

 

 

This omission adds to the longstanding concerns about the TGMA’s nomination process, with many accusing the organization of favoritism and neglecting deserving artists. The introduction of new categories like “Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song Of The Year” presents an opportunity for the TGMA to showcase a broader range of talent, but it seems like a missed opportunity in this case.

 

In the meantime, fans can check out Joseph Matthew’s new song, “Love In You” from below.

 

Popular UK-based Ghanaian songwriter, preacher, and performing artiste Louisa Annan is set to captivate music enthusiasts with her latest creation, titled “He’s With Me”. The much-anticipated release is scheduled for May 18, 2025.

The upcoming single has already generated excitement among fans and industry insiders alike. Many are calling it a potential milestone in Louisa Annan’s musical journey, as she continues to push the boundaries of gospel music with her unique blend of cultural and spiritual expression.

“He’s With Me” promises to resonate deeply with audiences across the globe, marking a bold new chapter in Louisa Annan’s evolving artistry. With its heartfelt message and rich musicality, the song is poised to make a lasting impact.

Stay tuned for the release on May 18 and prepare to be inspired by the multifaceted talent of Louisa Annan.

Outspoken Ghanaian dancehall artist Charles Nii Arman Mensah, also known as Shatta Wale, has issued an apology to his former manager, Lawrence Nana Asiamah Hanson, popularly known as Bulldog.

 

In a letter shared across social media on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, Shatta Wale apologized to Bulldog for accusing him of murder and other improper social behaviour.

 

Shatta Wale also wished to retract the said comments and statements.

 

Portions of the letter read,

“On November 2, 2022, I published a series of posts on my social media pages and handles about Mr Lawrence Nana Asiamah Hanson, alias Bulldog.

 

The publications included a statement that I have now come to know was generally misunderstood or misconstrued as MR HANSON’s confessions to me that he had a hand in the murder of FENNEC OKYERE (alias FENICKS).

 

The publications also included statements that imputed immorality or improper social behaviour to Mr Hanson and other highly placed public figures.

 

I wish to retract each of the statements in the said series of publications, as I did not mean to say that MR HANSON had a hand in the murder of FENNEC OKYERE.

 

I also wish to apologise to Mr Hanson and all the persons whom my publications of November 2, 2022, have caused pain, agony, anguish, shame, ridicule, or hatred.”

 

The apology is in fulfilment of relief sought by Bulldog in a defamatory lawsuit filed against the defendant in November 2022.

Multi-award-winning South African hip-hop star and cultural icon Cassper Nyovest has announced the highly anticipated return of his iconic “Fill Up” concert series—and this time, he’s headed to the heart of the Free State.

 

Taking to his social media platforms, Cassper revealed that the next instalment, Fill Up Free State Stadium, will take place in Bloemfontein on Saturday, 06 December 2025.

 

Known for his unmatched energy, world-class production, and a history of filling stadiums across the country, Cassper is bringing the fire back to the people, and Free State is next in line for a historic night.

 

“This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of dreams and resilience and a reminder to continue ‘betting on self.’ Bloemfontein, let’s make history together!” Cassper said.

 

 

 

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The Fill Up series, which began in 2015 with the historic Fill Up The Dome, has since broken records and raised the bar for live performances in Africa. Cassper has successfully packed out massive venues, including Orlando Stadium, FNB Stadium, and Moses Mabhida SStadium,and now sets his sights on the Free State Stadium for what promises to be an unforgettable show.

 

The concert will feature a powerful lineup of top local acts, surprise guest performers, and the signature larger-than-life experience that fans have come to expect from the Fill Up brand.

 

Tickets are out at Webtickets and all Pick n Pay outlets; sponsors and official partners will be announced in the coming months.

 

Event Details:
Event: Fill Up Free State Stadium
Artist: Cassper Nyovest
Date: Saturday, 06 December 2025
Location: Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein, South Africa
Time: Gates open at 2 pm

Gabriel Appiah, popularly known as PK Gabby, the renowned Italy-based performing artiste, has just dropped the official audio for his latest single, “Suffer For Love.” The soul-stirring track, released on Monday, April 28, 2025, is already resonating deeply with listeners across the globe.

Available now on his official YouTube channel and all major streaming platforms, “Suffer For Love” delivers an uplifting and motivational message wrapped in a captivating sound.

Fans can also look forward to a visually immersive music video that promises to enhance the emotional power of the song.

As PK Gabby prepares to unveil the visuals, this release stands as more than just music—it’s a heartfelt gift that uplifts the spirit and inspires the soul. Don’t miss out on this remarkable piece of art.

 

 

The 17th edition of The Headies Awards dazzled Lagos on April 27, 2025, as Nigeria’s brightest musical stars converged at the Landmark Events Centre for a night of celebration and recognition.

 

Hosted by Nollywood actor Nancy Isime, the event saw Chike’s ‘Egwu’ win two awards, most of the night for the Viewers Choice Awards of the Year and Best Music Video. The late Mohbad, who featured in Chike’s song, also picked up an award for Best Street-Hop Artiste for his 2023 single ‘Ask About Me’, while Rema’s ‘Heis’ clinched Album of the Year.

 

The show pulsed with energy, blending electrifying performances with heartfelt tributes, all while honouring the artists who shaped the soundscape of the past year.

Here is the list of Winners at Headies 2025

Best Recording of the Year

Tems – Burning — Winner
Burna Boy – Higher
Ayra Starr & Giveon – Last Heartbreak Song
Sarz feat. Lojay – Billions

Producer of the Year

Sarz – Happiness
London – Ozeba — Winner
Magicsticks – Basquiat
Rema/Producer X/Cubeatz/Deatz/Klimperboy – Hehehe
Dibs – Different Pattern

 

Headies Next Rated

Qing Madi
Shallipopi
Odumodublvck — Winner
Ayo Maff
Nasboi

Afrobeats Album of the Year

Stubborn – Victony
Work of Art – Asake
The Year I Turned 21 – Ayra Starr
Heis – Rema — Winner
Jiggy Forever – Young Jonn

Songwriter of the Year

Simi – Stranger
Qing Madi – Vision -Winner
Llona – Can’t Breathe
Bloody Civilian – Family Meeting
Wizard Chan – Stages of Life

Rookie of the Year

Llona
Kaestyle
Taves
Zerrydl— Winner

Best Rap Single

Shallipopi feat. Odumodublvck – Cast — winner
Odumodublvck feat. Bloody Civilian & Wale – Blood on the Dance Floor
Ladipoe, Rozzz & Morrelo – Hallelujah
Magnito – Canada
Jeriq – Ije Nwoke

Best Vocal Performance (Female)

Ayra Starr – Last Heartbreak Song
Niniola – Level
Simi – Stranger
Liya – I’m Done —Winner
Yemi Alade – Tomorrow

Music Video of the Year

Rema – Charm (Dir. Perliks & Folarin Oludare)
Jyde Ajala – Metaverse
Perliks & Emeka Shine Shine – Like Ice Spice
Mattmax – Ojapiano
Director Pink – Egwu — Winner
TG Omori – Showa
Dammy Twitch – Na Money

Best Street-Hop Artiste

Seyi Vibez – Different Pattern
Ayo Maff feat. Fireboy DML – Dealer
Shallipopi feat. Odumodublvck – Cast
Zhus Jdo – Johnbull
Mohbad – Ask About Me — Winner

Afrobeats Single of the Year

Young Jonn feat. Kizz Daniel & Seyi Vibez – Big Big Things
Kizz Daniel – Twe Twe Remix
Chike feat. Mohbad – Egwu
Asake – Remember
Hyce, Boypee & Brown Joel feat. Davido – Ogechi Remix
Flavour – Big Baller — Winner

Viewers’ Choice Award

Young Jonn feat. Kizz Daniel & Seyi Vibez – Big Big Things
Hyce, Boypee & Brown Joel feat. Davido – Ogechi Remix
Chike & Mohbad – Egwu — Winner
Rema – Ozeba
Seyi Vibez – Different Pattern
Kizz Daniel – Showa
Tems – Love Me Jeje
Shallipopi feat. Odumodublvck – Cast
Flavour feat. Fireboy – Dealer
Flavour – Big Baller

Digital Artiste of the Year

Ayra Starr
Rema
Shallipopi
Tems
Davido — Winner
Kizz Daniel
Asake

Song of the Year

Showa – Kizz Daniel
Commas – Ayra Starr
Egwu – Chike and Mohbad
Lonely at the Top – Asake — Winner
Ozeba – Rema
Big Baller – Flavour

Best Vocal Performance Male

Lojay — Billions — Winner

Best Movie Soundtrack

A Tribe Called Judah — Winner

Special Recognition Awards

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State Governor
Alex Okosi
Amaju Pinnick
KCee

Humanitarian awards

Temitola Adekunle Johnson
Mitchell Mukoro

Best East African Artiste

Bien (Kenya)
Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
Juma Jux (Tanzania) -Winner
Bruce Melodie (Rwanda)
Azawi (Uganda)

Best Central African Artiste

Innoss’B (DRC) — Winner
Gaz Mawete (DRC)
Emma’A (Gabon)
Eboloko (Gabon)
Singuila (Central African Republic)
Kocee (Cameroon)

The award body left out 10 categories, such as Best Collaboration, Best Inspirational Single, Lyricist on the Roll, Best R&B Single, Best Southern African Artiste, Best North African Artiste, Best West African Artiste, International Artiste of the Year, Best Performer (Live), Best Rap Album.

Cofy Dela, manager of Ghanaian musician King Paluta, has asserted that his artiste is the clear frontrunner for the Artiste of the Year (AOTY) award at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs), citing groundbreaking hits and industry influence throughout 2024.

 

Dela’s remarks come ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for May 10 at the Accra International Conference Centre.

 

In an interview, Dela emphasized King Paluta’s consistency, chart-topping releases, and robust fan engagement as key factors distinguishing him from other nominees, including King Promise, Stonebwoy, and Black Sherif. “His presence and impact this past year have been dominant across the board,” Dela stated, adding that no contender in the category matched Paluta’s reach.

 

Dela also reflected on his decision to manage the artiste, attributing it to Paluta’s “unique vision, drive, and commitment to his craft.” He described the rapper as a model of perseverance, whose dedication inspired him to help unlock his full potential.

 

When asked about navigating the industry, Dela acknowledged challenges but highlighted adaptability and continuous learning as crucial to his positive experience. To stay informed on trends and public sentiment, he regularly monitors music blogs, news platforms, and social media. He advised artists to prioritize a consistent visual identity, a distinctive artistic voice, and a strong digital presence to thrive in the competitive landscape.

 

The AOTY category remains one of the most anticipated at the TGMAs, reflecting not only commercial success but also cultural resonance. Dela’s advocacy underscores the heightened stakes in an industry where consistency and innovation increasingly define an artiste’s legacy.

Talented italy based Ghanaian recording and performing artiste, Gabriel Appiah popularly known as PK Gabby, is gearing up to captivate music enthusiasts with his latest creation – a fusion of Afrobeat titled ‘Suffer For Love’. PK Gabby has set the date for the much-anticipated release on April 28, 2025 and produced by Healer.

The release of ‘Suffer for Love’ is eagerly awaited by music lovers and industry insiders alike. It is a moment that promises to be a milestone in PK Gabby’s career, and fans are already counting down the days until they can experience this exciting new track.

As PK Gabby continues to push the boundaries of Dancehall, Afrobeat Highlife and amapiano.

‘Suffer For Love’ is sure to make waves, resonating with audiences across the globe. This fusion of cultures and genres represents a new chapter in PK Gabby’s artistic journey, and it’s bound to be a chapter worth remembering.

“Te Ota E Mole”, latest banging single by Omo Marani featuring Larruso is about to get a big music video release. Both artistes took over the Streets of Keta when they came through for a music video filming for the song during the Easter week.

Keta, a community that’s mostly quiet even during week days, came to a standstill when Marani and Larruso came through with over 30 motorbikes while filming through the principal streets of the town. Many onlookers, traders and even school children came out to watch as they sang along through the filming process.

Omo Marani, who is an Ewe Youth from #Keta also has his roots in the #Yoruba land from Ibadan, Nigeria. His fine blend of both languages blends seamlessly to create this masterpiece. Go listen to this jam.

• Stream Here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/omomarani/teota-e-mole-feat-larruso

• Listen on Audiomack: https://audiomack.com/omo-marani/song/teota-e-mole-mash-the-enemies

• Watch Visualizer (Youtube):

 

 

The official music video is due for release soon this month while both artistes still embark on more promotional activity for the song.

Video was filmed and directed by Dela Finn of Wizaad Frames.

Omo Marani, as a Lead for his clique, COLLINWUD has been at the Afrobeats and Afropop forefront tirelessly working his way to the top. With zero controversies, Omo marani believes in gradual work with his talent to launch him into mainstream recognition. And this latest Afropop tune is another trademark in his journey to the top.

With powerful and rhythmically stunning lyrics, Larruso also brings his A-game on the song creating a fine synergy with the feature. The song is out on all digital streaming platforms now.

Both Omo Marani and Larruso have shared stages at “Keta To The World Concert” in 2023 in his homeground, Keta, with electrifying performances on the night.

(Source: BeenieWords.com)

Africa’s biggest artists, including Asake, Tyla, Wizkid, Rema, and Tems, have been nominated in the Favourite Afrobeats Artist category at the 2025 American Music Awards.

 

Tyla also received a nomination for Favourite Female R&B Artist.

 

Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s American Music Awards nominations with a total of 10, including artist of the year, album of the year (GNX) and song of the year (“Not Like Us”). Impressively, he has three of the five nominees for favourite hip-hop song: “Like That” with Future and Metro Boomin, “Not Like Us”, and “Luther” with SZA).

 

Lamar, who already has three AMA wins to his name, could tie Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston for the most awards in a single year should he win in all eight categories.

 

The 51st AMAs, with host Jennifer Lopez, is set to air live from Las Vegas on Monday, May 26. The show will air live coast-to-coast at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S.

This marks Lopez’s second time hosting the ceremony, a role she first took on in 2015. Lopez, who has performed on 10 previous AMA telecasts, will also perform on this one.

Below is the full list of nominees.

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Ariana Grande

Billie Eilish

Chappell Roan

Kendrick Lamar

Morgan Wallen
Post Malone

Sabrina Carpenter
SZA

Taylor Swift

Zach Bryan

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Benson Boone

Chappell Roan

Gracie Abrams

Shaboozey
Teddy Swims

Tommy Richman

 

ALBUM OF THE YEAR **NEW**

Beyoncé “COWBOY CARTER”

Billie Eilish “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”

Chappell Roan “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”

Charli xcx “BRAT”

Gracie Abrams “The Secret of Us”

Future & Metro Boomin “WE DON’T TRUST YOU”

Kendrick Lamar “GNX”

Post Malone “F-1 Trillion”
Sabrina Carpenter “Short n’ Sweet”

Taylor Swift “The Tortured Poets Department”

 

SONG OF THE YEAR **NEW**
Benson Boone “Beautiful Things”

Billie Eilish “Birds of a Feather”
Chappell Roan “Good Luck, Babe!”

Hozier “Too Sweet”

Kendrick Lamar “Not Like Us”

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”

Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen “I Had Some Help”

Sabrina Carpenter “Espresso”

Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Teddy Swims “Lose Control”

COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR

Kendrick Lamar & SZA “Luther”

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”

Marshmello & Kane Brown “Miles on It”
Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen “I Had Some Help”
ROSÉ & Bruno Mars “APT.”
Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone “Fortnight”

 

SOCIAL SONG OF THE YEAR **NEW**

Chappell Roan “HOT TO GO!”

Djo “End of Beginning”

Doechii “Anxiety”
Lola Young “Messy”
Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Tommy Richman “Million Dollar Baby”

 

FAVOURITE TOURING ARTIST

Billie Eilish

Luke Combs
Morgan Wallen

Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan

 

FAVOURITE MUSIC VIDEO

Benson Boone “Beautiful Things”

KAROL G “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido”

Kendrick Lamar “Not Like Us”

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”
Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”

FAVOURITE MALE POP ARTIST

Benson Boone
Bruno Mars

Hozier

Teddy Swims
The Weeknd

 

FAVOURITE FEMALE POP ARTIST

Billie Eilish

Chappell Roan

Lady Gaga

Sabrina Carpenter

Taylor Swift

 

FAVOURITE POP ALBUM

Billie Eilish “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”

Chappell Roan “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess”
Charli XCX “BRAT”

Sabrina Carpenter “Short n’ Sweet”

Taylor Swift “The Tortured Poets Department”

 

FAVOURITE POP SONG

Benson Boone “Beautiful Things”

Billie Eilish “Birds of a Feather”

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”
Sabrina Carpenter, “Espresso”

Teddy Swims “Lose Control”

 

FAVOURITE MALE COUNTRY ARTIST

Jelly Roll
Luke Combs

Morgan Wallen

Post Malone
Shaboozey

FAVOURITE FEMALE COUNTRY ARTIST

Beyoncé

Ella Langley

Kacey Musgraves

Lainey Wilson

Megan Moroney

 

FAVOURITE COUNTRY DUO or GROUP

Dan + Shay
Old Dominion

Parmalee

The Red Clay Strays

Zac Brown Band

 

FAVOURITE COUNTRY ALBUM

Beyoncé “COWBOY CARTER”

Jelly Roll “BEAUTIFULLY BROKEN”

Megan Moroney “AM I OKAY?”

Post Malone “F-1 Trillion”

Shaboozey “Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going”

FAVOURITE COUNTRY SONG
Jelly Roll “I Am Not Okay”
Koe Wetzel & Jessie Murph “High Road”

Luke Combs, “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma”

Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen “I Had Some Help”

Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”

 

FAVOURITE MALE HIP-HOP ARTIST

Drake

Eminem

Future

Kendrick Lamar

Tyler, The Creator

 

FAVOURITE FEMALE HIP-HOP ARTIST

Doechii

GloRilla
Latto

Megan Thee Stallion

Sexyy Red

 

FAVOURITE HIP-HOP ALBUM

Eminem “The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)”

Future & Metro Boomin “WE DON’T TRUST YOU”

Gunna “one of wun”

Kendrick Lamar “GNX”

Tyler, The Creator “CHROMAKOPIA”

 

FAVOURITE HIP-HOP SONG

Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar “Like That”
GloRilla “TGIF”

GloRilla & Sexyy Red “WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME”
Kendrick Lamar, “Not Like Us”
Kendrick Lamar & SZA “Luther”

 

FAVOURITE MALE R&B ARTIST

Bryson Tiller

Chris Brown

PARTYNEXTDOOR

The Weeknd

Usher

 

FAVOURITE FEMALE R&B ARTIST

Kehlani

Muni Long

Summer Walker

SZA

Tyla

 

FAVORITE R&B ALBUM

Bryson Tiller, “Bryson Tiller”

PARTYNEXTDOOR “PARTYNEXTDOOR 4 (P4)”

PARTYNEXTDOOR & Drake “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U”
SZA “SOS Deluxe: LANA”
The Weeknd “Hurry Up Tomorrow”

 

FAVOURITE R&B SONG

Chris Brown “Residuals”

Muni Long “Made For Me”
SZA “Saturn”

The Weeknd & Playboi Carti “Timeless”

Tommy Richman “Million Dollar Baby”

 

FAVOURITE MALE LATIN ARTIST

Bad Bunny

Feid

Peso Pluma

Rauw Alejandro
Tito Double P

 

FAVOURITE FEMALE LATIN ARTIST

Becky G

KAROL G

Natti Natasha

Shakira

Young Miko

 

FAVOURITE LATIN DUO or GROUP

Calibre 50

Fuerza Regida

Grupo Firme

Grupo Frontera

Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda

 

FAVOURITE LATIN ALBUM

Bad Bunny “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS”

Fuerza Regida “Dolido Pero No Arrepentido”

Peso Pluma “ÉXODO”

Rauw Alejandro “Cosa Nuestra”

Tito Double P “INCÓMODO”

 

FAVOURITE LATIN SONG

Bad Bunny “DtMF”

FloyyMenor X Cris Mj “Gata Only”

KAROL G “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido”

Oscar Maydon & Fuerza Regida “Tu Boda”
Shakira “Soltera”

 

FAVORITE ROCK ARTIST
Hozier

Linkin Park
Pearl Jam

Twenty One Pilots

Zach Bryan

 

FAVOURITE ROCK ALBUM

Hozier “Unreal Unearth: Unending”

Koe Wetzel “9 lives”

The Marías “Submarine”

Twenty One Pilots “Clancy”

Zach Bryan “The Great American Bar Scene”

 

FAVORITE ROCK SONG

Green Day “Dilemma”

Hozier “Too Sweet”
Linkin Park “The Emptiness Machine”

Myles Smith “Stargazing”
Zach Bryan “Pink Skies”

 

FAVOURITE DANCE/ELECTRONIC ARTIST
Charli xcx

David Guetta

John Summit

Lady Gaga

Marshmello

 

FAVORITE SOUNDTRACK

Arcane League of Legends: Season 2

Hazbin Hotel (Original Soundtrack)

Moana 2 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) • Auliʻi Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson and Cast

Twisters: The Album

Wicked: The Soundtrack • Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Cast

 

FAVOURITE AFROBEATS ARTIST

Asake

Rema

Tems

Tyla

Wizkid

 

FAVOURITE K-POP ARTIST
ATEEZ

Jimin

RM

ROSÉ

Stray Kids