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Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2023 Nominees

Nickelodeon has released the official list of nominees for the highly anticipated 2023 Kids’ Choice Awards (KCAs).

Set to premiere on Wednesday, 8 March at 2:10 pm on NickToons (DStv channel 308), the slime sludging award ceremony celebrates some of the biggest local and international media personalities and artists, as voted for by the fans.

Topping the list in the Favourite African Star category are International Emmy Award nominated actress and The Woman King star Thuso Mbedu, award-winning comedian and former host of Comedy Central’s The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Trevor Noah, as well as former soccer player and first-team coach at Manchester United, Benni McCarthy.

South African women’s national soccer team, Banyana Banyana and fashion designer and Vogue and Valentino collaborator Thebe Magugu are also on the nominations list.

Vying for this popular category this year are Nigerian sports stars Giannis Antetokoumpo, Ethan Nwaneri, and Tobi Amusan, while Tik Tok star Khaby Lame and footballer Sadio Mané are putting the West African mecca, Senegal on the map.

Multi-award-winning Kenyan actress, Lupita Nyong’o makes a return to the KCAs this year as she was previously nominated for Favourite African Star in 2017 and Favourite Movie Actress in 2019.

“The evolution of the African creative industry is being felt across all spheres of global entertainment,” remarked Dillon Khan, Vice President of Paramount Africa for Comedy Central Africa, Nickelodeon & Creative Services. “These nominations resonate with all of Africa, and we’re glad to see so much African talent being recognised for all the hard work they put into the global entertainment industry. This is just the start.”

Some of Africa’s favourite Kidfluencers are being recognised for having gained a considerable online following by creating child-centred content on social media through the Favorite African Kidfluencers category.

Previously won by then-four-year-old internet phenomenon Sbahle Mzizi, this year’s nominees are YouTuber Alakhe Mdoda, young prodigy Lethukuthula Bhengu, dancer, singer, and social media influencer Rethabile Mokgatla, social media sensation, Siba Bogopa and multiple-award-winning and officially The Worlds Youngest DJ, DJ Arch JNR, with Nigeria’s favourite ‘Unidentical Duo’ twin models Olianna and Olivia closing off the list.

Face of Nickelodeon Africa, Lerai Radikotse will be heading out to Los Angeles to host the official 2023 KCA Nickelodeon Africa Special. She will be bringing all the home-grown action celebrating children’s top choices in entertainment media.

 

“Lerai has been making waves since she became the first African host on NickMusic, it is incredible to see her soaring to even greater heights as the host of the Africa leg of the Kid’s Choice Awards on NickToons. As a platform partner to NickToons, MultiChoice is proud to be associated with a brand that nurtures and recognizes talent, especially that of young artists on the African continent,” said Georginah Machiridza, Executive Head Content Strategy at Multichoice.

 

“Hosting NFL Slimetime is always a blast, and I can’t wait to bring that same energy and slime as co-host of the iconic Kids’ Choice Awards! I grew up on Nickelodeon and my kids love watching, so we’re all ready for the stunts, surprises and superstars that await us at this year’s show”, said Nate Burleso, Host of American weekly television sports show NFL Slimetime.

 

“I got slimed at the KCA’s in 2021, saw my sister get slimed at last year’s show and now, no one is safe with me as co-host! I’m looking forward to making sure this year’s show is even slimier with epic dances and silly tricks along the way”, said Charli D’Amelio, Social media personality, the reigning queen of TikTok and Dancer.

 

First-time nominees include Jenna Ortega, Jack Harlow, GAYLE, Joji, Nicky Youre and Letitia Wright, amongst others. Stranger Things leads the pack with six nominations, followed by That Girl Lay Lay, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder with four nominations each.

 

Musical performances will be announced at a later date.

Starting today, fans across the globe can cast their votes across 31 categories on the official Kids’ Choice Awards website, KidsChoiceAwards.com, with an additional 32 international categories available in regions around the world.

Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2023 will broadcast on NickToons (DStv channel 308) on 8 March 2023 at 2:10pm.

Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2023 nominees are:

 

FAVOURITE AFRICAN STAR

Trevor Noah

Thuso Mbedu

Wizkid

Sadio Mané

Banyana Banyana

Lupita Nyong’o

FAVOURITE AFRICAN KIDFLUENCERS

Alakhe Mdoda

Lethukuthula Bhengu

Rethabile Mokgatla

Olianna and Olivia

Siba Bogopa

DJ Arch JNR

TELEVISION:

FAVOURITE KIDS TV SHOW

Are You Afraid of the Dark?

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

Ms. Marvel

Raven’s Home

That Girl Lay Lay

The Fairly Odd Parents: Fairly Odder

The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers

The Really Loud House

FAVOURITE FAMILY TV SHOW

Cobra Kai

iCarly

Obi-Wan Kenobi

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law

Stranger Things

Wednesday

Young Rock

Young Sheldon

FAVOURITE REALITY SHOW

America’s Funniest Home Videos

America’s Got Talent

American Ninja Warrior

Floor Is Lava

MasterChef Junior

The Masked Singer

FAVOURITE ANIMATED SHOW

Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous

Rugrats

SpongeBob SquarePants

Teen Titans Go!

The Loud House

The Smurfs

FAVOURITE FEMALE TV STAR (KIDS)

Audrey Grace Marshall (Vivian Turner, The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder)

Imogen Cohen (Zina, The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder)

Olivia Rodrigo (Nini, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series)

Raven-Symoné (Raven Baxter, Raven’s Home)

Sofia Wylie (Gina, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series)

That Girl Lay Lay (Lay Lay, That Girl Lay Lay)

FAVOURITE MALE TV STAR (KIDS)

Brady Noon (Evan Morrow, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers)

Israel Johnson (Noah Lambert, Bunk’d)

Joshua Bassett (Ricky, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series)

Tyler Wladis (Roy, The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder)

Wolfgang Schaeffer (Lincoln Loud, The Really Loud House)

Young Dylan (Young Dylan, Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan)

FAVOURITE FEMALE TV STAR (FAMILY)

Hilary Duff (Sophie, How I Met Your Father)

Jenna Ortega (Wednesday Addams, Wednesday)

Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven, Stranger Things)

Miranda Cosgrove (Carly Shay, iCarly)

Sadie Sink (Max Mayfield, Stranger Things)

Tracee Ellis Ross (Bow Johnson, Black-ish)

FAVOURITE MALE TV STAR (FAMILY)

Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas Sinclair, Stranger Things)

Ewan McGregor (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Obi-Wan-Kenobi)

Finn Wolfhard (Mike Wheeler, Stranger Things)

Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin Henderson, Stranger Things)

Jerry Trainor (Spencer Shay, iCarly)

Ralph Macchio (Daniel LaRusso, Cobra Kai)

FILM:

FAVOURITE MOVIE

Avatar: The Way of Water

Black Adam

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Hocus Pocus 2

Jurassic World Dominion

Monster High The Movie

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Top Gun: Maverick

FAVOURITE MOVIE ACTOR

Chris Hemsworth (Thor, Thor: Love and Thunder)

Chris Pratt (Owen Grady, Jurassic World: Dominion)

Dwayne Johnson (Black Adam/Teth-Adam, Black Adam)

Jim Carrey (Dr. Robotnik, Sonic the Hedgehog 2)

Ryan Reynolds (Big Adam, The Adam Project)

Tom Cruise (Capt. Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell, Top Gun: Maverick)

FAVOURITE MOVIE ACTRESS

Elizabeth Olsen (Wanda Maximoff/The Scarlet Witch, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness)

Letitia Wright (Shuri, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)

Lupita Nyong’o (Nakia, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)

Millie Bobby Brown (Enola Holmes, Enola Holmes 2)

Natalie Portman (Jane Foster/The Mighty Thor, Thor: Love and Thunder)

Sarah Jessica Parker (Sarah Sanderson, Hocus Pocus 2)

FAVOURITE ANIMATED MOVIE

DC League of Super-Pets

Hotel Transylvania: Transformania

Lightyear

Minions: The Rise of Gru

The Bad Guys

Turning Red

FAVOURITE VOICE FROM AN ANIMATED MOVIE (MALE)

Andy Samberg (Dale, Chip N’ Dale: Rescue Rangers)

Andy Samberg (Jonathan, Hotel Transylvania: Transformania)

Chris Evans (Buzz Lightyear, Lightyear)

Dwayne Johnson (Krypto, DC League of Super-Pets)

Kevin Hart (Ace, DC League of Super-Pets)

Steve Carell (Gru, Minions: The Rise of Gru)

FAVOURITE VOICE FROM AN ANIMATED MOVIE (FEMALE)

Awkwafina (Tarantula, The Bad Guys)

Keke Palmer (Izzy Hawthorne, Lightyear)

Salma Hayek (Kitty Softpaws, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish)

Sandra Oh (Ming, Turning Red)

Selena Gomez (Mavis, Hotel Transylvania: Transformania)

Taraji P. Henson (Belle Bottom, Minions: The Rise of Gru)

MUSIC:

FAVOURITE FEMALE ARTIST

Adele

Beyoncé

Billie Eilish

Cardi B

Lady Gaga

Lizzo

Rihanna

Taylor Swift

FAVOURITE MALE ARTIST

Bad Bunny

Drake

Ed Sheeran

Harry Styles

Justin Bieber

Kendrick Lamar

Post Malone

The Weeknd

FAVOURITE MUSIC GROUP

5 Seconds of Summer

Black Eyed Peas

BLACKPINK

BTS

Imagine Dragons

One Republic

Panic! At the Disco

Paramore

FAVOURITE SONG

“About Damn Time”- Lizzo

“Anti-Hero”- Taylor Swift

“As It Was”- Harry Styles

“Bejeweled”- Taylor Swift

“Break My Soul” – Beyoncé

“First Class”- Jack Harlow

“I Ain’t Worried”- OneRepublic

“Lift Me Up”- Rihanna

FAVOURITE MUSIC COLLABORATION

“Bam Bam”- Camila Cabello, featuring Ed Sheeran

“Don’t You Worry” – Black Eyed Peas, David Guetta, Shakira

“I Like You (A Happier Song)”- Post Malone, featuring Doja Cat

“Numb”- Marshmello, featuring Khalid

“Stay With Me”- Calvin Harris, featuring Justin Timberlake, Halsey, Pharrell

“Sweetest Pie”- Megan Thee Stallion, Dua Lipa

FAVOURITE BREAKOUT ARTIST

Devon Cole

Dove Cameron

GAYLE

Joji

Lauren Spencer Smith

Nicky Youre

FAVOURITE ALBUM

“Dawn FM”- The Weeknd

“GOD DID”- DJ Khaled

“Harry’s House”- Harry Styles

“Midnights (3am Edition)”- Taylor Swift

“Renaissance”- Beyoncé

“Special”- Lizzo

FAVOURITE GLOBAL MUSIC STAR

Bad Bunny (Latin America)

BLACKPINK (Asia)

Harry Styles (UK)

Rosalía (Europe)

Taylor Swift (North America)

Tones and I (Australia)

Wizkid (Africa)

FAVOURITE SOCIAL MUSIC STAR

Bella Poarch

Dixie D’Amelio

JoJo Siwa

Oliver Tree

Stephen Sanchez

That Girl Lay Lay

OTHER CATEGORIES:

FAVOURITE MALE CREATOR

Austin Creed

MrBeast

Ninja

Ryan’s World

SeanDoesMagic

Unspeakable

FAVOURITE FEMALE CREATOR

Addison Rae

Charli D’Amelio

Dixie D’Amelio

Gracie’s Corner

Kids Diana Show

Miranda Sings

FAVOURITE SOCIAL MEDIA FAMILY

FGTeeV

Ninja Kidz TV

Ohana Adventure Family

The Bucket List Family

The Royalty Family

The Williams Family

FAVOURITE FEMALE SPORTS STAR

Candace Parker

Chloe Kim

Naomi Osaka

Serena Williams

Simone Biles

Venus Williams

FAVOURITE MALE SPORTS STAR

LeBron James

Lionel Messi

Patrick Mahomes

Shaun White

Stephen Curry

Tom Brady

FAVOURITE CELEBRITY PET

Dexter Lipa Hadid

Dodger Evans

Gino Chopra Jonas

Olivia Benson Swift

Piggy Lou Bieber

Toulouse Grande

FAVOURITE BOOK

Cat Kid Comic Club Book Series

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Series

Five Nights at Freddy’s Book Series

Harry Potter Book Series

The Adventures of Captain Underpants Books Series

The Bad Guys Book Series

FAVOURITE VIDEO GAME

Adopt Me!

Brookhaven

Just Dance 2023

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

Minecraft

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

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PHOTO: KO7’s Name Appears In A Class Project For Ghana Institute Of Journalism(GIJ)

Ghanaian Eastern Regions fast uprising musician, KO7’s name has again appeared in a Ghanaian Institute Journalism school project.

 KO7’s name this time around appeared in a journalism school project on the end of second-semester exams of level 200 students studying Journalism at Ghana Institute Of Journalism.

The students were asked to produce a new paper article as their project work with stories from Current Affairs, Sports, Current Affairs and Entertainment.

 

 

GET TO KNOW ABOUT KO7

John Nkansah, popularly known as KO7 , is a fast-rising artist from Kwahu Obomeng in the Eastern Region of Ghana, With his unique blend of highlife and afrobeat, he has quickly become a fan favorite in the region and beyond.

 

  KO7 Music started his music career in 2013 and has been on a steady rise ever since. He caught the attention of music lovers in the region with his hit song “Ya Socketti” in 2019, which showcased his catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.

 

 In 2019, KO7 Music won the Eastern Music Awards Best Collaboration of the Year award, and this served as a stepping stone for him to gain more recognition in the industry. He has also won the Kwahu Music Awards Artist of the Year in 2022 and 2023, as well as the Eastern Music Awards Artiste of the Year in 2022 and 2023.

 

 Some of KO7 Music’s notable songs include “Gaza,” “Na Who,” “Style Biaabi,” and “Ya Socketti.” He also released a song titled “All Stars” in 2021, which featured all the top artists in Kwahu. This song served as a testament to his ability to bring artists together and create a hit song.

 

 Apart from his music, KO7 Music is also known for his philanthropic works in the community. He has used his platform to support various initiatives, including providing scholarships to students in his hometown and supporting the construction of a community library. KO7 Music has featured a lot of top artists on his songs such as Fameye, Obibini, Epixode, Luther now Luta GH, and many other top artists.

 

KO7 Music is a rising star in the Ghanaian music industry, and his talent and hard work have earned him a loyal fan base. With his unique sound and dedication to his craft, it is only a matter of time before he becomes a household name in Ghana and beyond.

 

 KO7 Music’s hard work and dedication to his craft have paid off, and he has worked with various record labels such as Sent One Records, Wireless Moni Crew, and Team Success Entertainment. He is currently signed under 7Muzik record label and has been making waves with his latest song titled ‘No Fake’ and enjoying good streaming numbers in the digital space.

Song Via Link Below

 

 

2023 shows played by Ko7

  1. OBOUBA FM EASTER AKWAABA BASH
  2. ADOM FM KWAHU EASTER
  3. AFC
  4. Ghana tertiary excellence awards
  5. Ko7 Accra invation  annual show organized by Team Ko7
  6. Eastern music festival
  7. The trap bars lunch
  8. Eastern Music awards
  9. XSSENCE party
  10. Ponobiom & friends pool party.
  11. Ghana talk radio street carnival

 2024

  1. Poum fest
  2. Rep your jersey pool party
  3. Kwahu music awards
  4. Adom Kwahu Easter(in March).

PR STORY BY : ZOLLA NIE

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Rapper Medikal Set To Make History With Debut O2 Concert, Announces Shatta Wale

Ghanaian rap sensation Medikal is gearing up to make his mark in the music industry with his highly anticipated debut O2 concert, set to take place on May 3rd 2024.

 

The excitement is already building as he recently announced the inclusion of fellow hitmaker Shatta Wale as one of the performers for the event.

 

In a recent statement, Medikal expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming concert, stating that he is determined to write his name in the history books with this milestone event.

 

Known for their collaborative hits, the inclusion of Shatta Wale only adds to the anticipation surrounding the concert. As fans eagerly await further announcements, Medikal has hinted that more top-notch artists will be revealed in the coming days.

 

With a string of hit songs under his belt and a strong following, the rapper is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for attendees. Medikal, who is signed to Beyond Kontrol, is eager to showcase his talent to fans in the United Kingdom.

 

With tickets already selling fast, fans are urged to secure their spots early to avoid missing out on this historic event. To purchase tickets and join in on the excitement, visit https://www.axs.com/uk/events/520378/medikal-live-in-london-tickets?skin=indigo

 

 

In a video posted on Medikal’s Instagram, Shatta Wale himself encouraged all Ghanaians residing in the United Kingdom to come out in full force and support the event. With such enthusiastic support from fellow artists and fans alike, Medikal’s debut O2 concert is shaping up to be an unforgettable celebration of Ghanaian music talent.

 

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Apostle Eric Deh To Release Melody Of Deliverance EP

Ghanaian pastor and gospel singer Eric Deh is set to release his debut EP this, Saturday, March 30, 2024.

Melodies of Deliverance is an external gospel music play set to take you to the next level of worship and deliver you from the hands of the enemy.

Anticipate a super powerful prayer and worship song by Apostle Eric Deh.

You can also pre-order for yours Via the Digital distribution outlet now.

The Melodies Of Deliverance has 7 powerful songs. They are; Oh Jesus, Holy is the Lamb, Shepherd, Shine, Spirit-filled song to honour God, So Gyebre and Just 4 Me.

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Bisa Kdei Releases Brand New Single ‘Medaase’ On His Birthday

Multiple award winning singer Bisa Kdei has gifted fans and music lovers a special treat on his birthday today, 19th March, by releasing this great masterpiece titled “Medaase,” which translates in English as “Grateful”.

This heart touching song expresses how grateful Bisa Kdei is, and how he keeps winning even in times that everyone doubted him, in a storytelling.

“Medaase” is a song that celebrates life, blessings and acknowledges every hustle that has led to this beautiful moment.

As Bisa Kdei marks another year of life and musical excellence, “Medaase” is a summary of his wish to fans and music lovers out there

Bisa Kdei promises to release the visuals for the song in no time soon, until then let’s keep enjoying the audio from below

https://ditto.fm/medaase

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Pat Thomas: Highlife Maestro Steers Unforgettable Night Of Musical Fusion In Belgium

Pat Thomas, a musical prodigy hailing from Agona in the Ashanti Region, is a living legend in the world of highlife music. With a rich family background steeped in music and a career spanning decades, Pat Thomas has left an indelible mark on the global music scene.
Born into a family of musicians, Pat Thomas inherited a deep love for music from his parents. Under the tutelage of his uncle Onyina, who shared the stage with iconic artists like Nat King Cole and Miriam Makeba, Pat honed his skills in band organization and music composition from a young age. Learning to play the guitar and drums during his formative years, Pat embarked on his musical journey by joining the Blue Monks band in Accra in the early 70s, setting the stage for his illustrious career.
Throughout his career, Pat Thomas has garnered numerous accolades, including being crowned Mr. Golden Voice of Africa in 1978 and winning the ECRAC award of the year. His 1991 album “Sika Ye Mogya” further solidified his status as a musical icon, earning him the prestigious Album of the Year award.
Venturing beyond the borders of Ghana, Pat Thomas took his musical talents to Europe, captivating audiences in every city with his band, the Anabos. From London to Canada, Pat’s soulful melodies resonated with listeners, earning him a dedicated fan base worldwide. With 15 albums to his credit, Pat Thomas continues to inspire future generations of musicians, including his daughter Nana Yaa, who has emerged as one of Ghana’s top female vocalists.
Pat Thomas recently graced the stage at The Centrale in Belgium, delivering a mesmerizing performance that transcended cultural boundaries. Joining him were esteemed Ghanaian artists such as Rebbel Ashes, known for his captivating vocals and massive following in Belgium was one of the backing Vocalist during the Pat Thomas show in Belgium. Rebbel Ashes recently released a new song titled “Activate” ( https://youtu.be/YWXPrjSTsL0?si=WAolXXRDCmA9y4Hu) which has gained over 500k streams on streaming platforms. Supported by a talented ensemble of musicians, including Kwame MulZz, who curated the band for the event, Pat Thomas mesmerized the audience with his timeless classics and infectious rhythms.
Band Members:
The band for Pat Thomas’s unforgettable performance in Belgium comprised a stellar lineup of musicians:
– Ike Yeboah: Drums
– Bra Emma: Percussion
– Raffaello Visconti & Abaa Poliwa: Guitars
– Eric Amour: Trumpet
– Doyin Smith: Saxophone
– Josh Poku: Bass Guitar
– Crazy Keyz: Keyboard
– Rebbel Ashes & Edward Buadee: Backing Vocalists
Pat Thomas’s performance in Belgium exemplifies the enduring power of highlife music to unite people from diverse backgrounds. With his unparalleled talent and unwavering dedication to his craft, Pat Thomas continues to leave an indelible mark on the global music scene, cementing his legacy as a true maestro of highlife music.
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Belgium’s Musical Fusion: Rebbel Ashes And Pat Thomas Set The Stage Ablaze With Afrobeat And Highlife Harmony

Belgium recently witnessed a historic musical event as Ghanaian afrobeat sensation, Rebbel Ashes, graced the stage alongside legendary Highlife artiste Pat Thomas at DC De Centrale. The convergence of these two musical powerhouses marked an unforgettable night for Highlife enthusiasts worldwide. This article delves into the electrifying collaboration and the remarkable journey of Rebbel Ashes in the music industry.
Hailing from Ghana and now based in Belgium, Rebbel Ashes has carved a niche for himself as the “King of Hooks” with his infectious afrobeat tunes. His recent release, “Activate,” garnered widespread acclaim, amassing over 500k streams on various music platforms.
Rebbel Ashes’ musical prowess and captivating stage presence have earned him recognition on both European and African stages.
The concert at DC De Centrale was a testament to the transcendent power of music, bringing together two generations of Ghanaian musical excellence. Sharing the stage with Highlife icon Pat Thomas, Rebbel Ashes showcased his versatility as not only a solo artist but also as a skilled backup vocalist. The fusion of Rebbel Ashes’ contemporary afrobeat sound with Pat Thomas’ timeless Highlife melodies created a musical experience that transcended cultural boundaries.
The collaboration between Rebbel Ashes and Pat Thomas set a new standard for live performances in Belgium, captivating audiences with its dynamic energy and soul-stirring melodies. The show garnered widespread attention, becoming one of the most talked-about events in the Belgian music scene. By bridging the gap between traditional Highlife and modern afrobeat, Rebbel Ashes and Pat Thomas introduced Belgian audiences to the rich cultural heritage of Ghanaian music.
Rebbel Ashes’ journey in the music industry continues to flourish, fueled by his passion for creating music that resonates with audiences worldwide. With performances on prestigious stages across Europe and Africa, including a recent tour with the Agoro music band featuring Ghanaian star Kwame MulZz, Rebbel Ashes is poised for even greater achievements in the future. His commitment to musical excellence and cultural innovation ensures that his legacy will endure for years to come.
The collaboration between Rebbel Ashes and Pat Thomas at DC De Centrale in Belgium exemplified the transformative power of music to unite audiences and celebrate cultural diversity. As Rebbel Ashes continues to captivate audiences with his infectious rhythms and soulful melodies, he solidifies his status as a trailblazer in the global music scene. The concert was not just a performance but a testament to the enduring legacy of Ghanaian music and its influence on the world stage.
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Shutdown Franchise Pulls Mammoth Crowd With “Highlife Meets Hiplife” Independence Day Concert In Minnesota

Revered events hub, Shutdown Franchise has again sold out three shows in a roll in Minnesota in the celebrations of Ghana’s 67th Independence Anniversary.

 

The shows which commenced on Friday 8th, March, 2024, ended on Sunday 10th March, 2024. The events were in line to mark the 67th Independence Day celebrations of Ghanaians in Minnesota, and in the States at large.

 

The Goal of the celebrations was geared towards reliving and reminiscing on the art forms, especially music, which we had back in the days up until recently.

 

The first show, “Ye Wo Abonten”, to wit, “We Outside” which was on the 8th, happened at Rumba, Minneapolis – Minnesota. Although gates were to be opened at 9pm, patrons were waiting in a queue by 8pm, clad in their favorite Ghanaian regalias and flags.

 

DJ Lyriks, DJ Peaceboii and DJ Soundtainer treated all present to unlimited quality Ghanaian music from before till recent. KMJ, Patrick, Ogkoko and Mr. Mankato kept the party flaming till the very end.

 

The second Day, 9th March is when the main concert took off. The event happened at the Granada Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Labeled “Highlife Meets Hiplife”, the event had “Bisa Kdei” for the Highlife stance, and “Kwaw Kese” on the Hiplife ticket. Other artistes on bill were, H.Hardy, Raouf Denio, Fenom Vibez, Twin Cities Dance Crew, et al. The fire that rained on stage this day will forever leave indelible trail of emotions on guests, as the name Ghana was lifted up high in Minnesota.

 

The closing show, “Ye Wo Krom” which happened on Sunday, 10th March, was a straight jam party vibe that saw DJs; DJ Eazy E, DJ Oceeking, DJ Famous and DJ Lyriks treating attenders with the very best of authentic and unadulterated Ghanaian music.

 

The events became well liked to the extent that the state of Minnesota joined up in the celebrations, and its Governor, Tim Walz proclaimed the weekend as “Ghana’s Heritage Weekend”.

 

All videos and pictures sprouting from the events really attest that they were indeed the best or part of the best Ghanaian Diasporan events to have happened this year.

 

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Ashanti Music Awards Opens Nomination For The 2024 Edition

The biggest music festival in the Ashanti Region of Ghana which was initiated in the year 2021 being the first edition opens call for Artist / Musicians, Traditional and social media Personalities, and other creatives to submit entries into the third edition of the music awards festival 2024.

 

The first edition in 2021 saw Flowking Stone winning the highest awards; Artist of the year, while at the second edition, Yaw Tog won the highest award – Artist of the year. Several other hard-working musicians and creative personalities won big during the nights of each award festival. Unlike other regional music awards festival; Ashanti Region Music Awards 2022 gave out a car to the nominee with the highest votes.

 

According to the Event Planner – Mr. Joshua A. Anemi, nominations are opened for participation. Interested creatives are to visit https://www.ashantimusicawards.com/nominate to submit entries. He further stated that just as it was done during the second edition, nominees with the highest vote will be given a car.

 

Posed with the question of eligibility for other Artist and creatives outside the Ashanti Region, Mr. Anemi said “Yes, they are qualified to submit an entry if they have works under the year of review. They will be required however to do so under the non-Ashanti category”.

 

 

Below are the categories for the 2024 edition of the event:

  1. Artiste of the Year
  2. Most Popular Song of The Year
  3. Best Collaboration of The Year
  4. Best Rapper Of The Year
  5. Song Writer Of The Year
  6. High Life Music Of The Year
  7. Hiplife Music Of The Year
  8. Hip Pop Music Of The Year
  9. Student Artiste Of The Year
  10. Traditional Artiste/Group Of The Year
  11. Vocalist Of The Year
  12. Non Ashanti Artiste Of The Year
  13. Non Ashanti Song Of The Year
  14. Best Group Of The Year
  15. New Artiste Of The Year
  16. Reggae/Dancehall Music Of The Year
  17. Afro Beat/Afro Pop Music Of The Year
  18. Best Music Video Of The Year
  19. Music Video Director Of The Year
  20. Gospel Music Of The Year
  21. Choral Group Of The Year
  22. Album/Ep Of The Year
  23. Ashanti African Artiste Of The Year
  24. Non-Ashanti Hypeman Of The Year
  25. Social Media Influencer Of The Year
  26. Hypeman Of The Year
  27. Best Music Producer Of The Year
  28. Outstanding Event Venue Of The Year
  29. Outstanding Event Mc of The Year
  30. Outstanding Event Dj Of The Year
  31. Best Radio DJ Of The Year
  32. Entertainment Show/Host Of The Year
  33. Media Personality Of The Year
  34. Artiste Manager/Management Of The Year
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Rose Adjei To Trill Fans At “Kardia Hakarat Hatow” Concert

This year’s edition of Rose Adjei’s annual gospel musical concert dubbed ‘Kardia Hakarat Hatov’ which simply means “A Heart Of Gratitude”, will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at the Perez Chapel, Zoeland Mataheko near Flamingo Junction in Accra.

Rose Adjei, who will perform for over one-and-a-half hours on stage, has promised to thrill her fans, Christians and gospel music lovers from all walks of life with most of her hit songs.

She is expected to rock the stage alongside some selected Ghanaian seasoned gospel music icons such as Kogi Owusu Peprah, Jack Alolome, Oheneba Clement,Devin Arthur, Akosua Karl, Gabe Akwerh and a host of others.

She will perform songs like ‘Nyame Yie’, ‘M’adansedie’, ‘Adom’, ‘Na God’, ‘Agya Wahwe Meso’, ‘Nsre Hehe’, ‘Ne Mmre’, among others.

This years event is under the theme: ‘He Has Heard My Prayers’ (Psalm 66:19).

Designed to fulfil the spiritual needs of people, the event is expected to pull thousands of music lovers to the venue to witness the thrilling performances.

According to Rose Adjei, the concert is aimed at proclaiming the message that God has indeed heard our prayers.

She added that the ‘Kardia Hakarat Hatov’ concert is a gospel musical concert borne out of the need to create a platform to spread the work of Christ Jesus to believes.

Last year’s concert brought unending testimonies on how God used the programme to minister and bless the audience, and they believe a double dose will be administered this year.

 

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I Don’t Write My Songs – Maadwoah Reveals

U.S based Ghanaian gospel diva, Maadwoaah has revealed that she doesn’t write her own songs.

The “Salvation Reign” singer made this shocking disclosure in the course of an interview with alltunezgh.com

According to her, she doesn’t have a ghostwriter as perceived by many people neither does she sample the songs of other musicians.

In her own words, the Holy Spirit mysteriously attends to her anytime she’s in the mood to drop a new song.

She went on to add that, music producer Erickay sometimes guides her in the studio after the Holy Spirit has finished with its work

I don’t write my songs…my new song ‘Salvation Reign’, i didn’t write it ooo …Like putting pen to paper even my pen and book got missing way back…I don’t have a pen and a book; so I have never written my own songs…the songs just runs through my head then I quickly go to the studio and produce it,”

Maadwoaah who recently drop her first single of the year has urge Ghanaians to also support her talent

This latest output owes production credit to renowned talented sound engineer and music producer, Erickay. ‘Salvation Reign’ is a great piece of music you will want to add to your playlist and play endlessly.

Listen below

 

 

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