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2016 VGMA Gospel song of the year and Gospel artist of the year nominee, Patience Nyarko, has in a recent radio interview confirmed that she is single and ready to venture into a relationship.  The ‘Wafom Kwan’ hit maker, who  recently won the hearts of many Ghanaians and entertainment critics with her distinctive way in launching her second album, revealed this to the host of  Rainbow Radio Day Break show, Sokohemaa.  “I am currently not dating because I don’t won’t to miss the way ‘implying to the title of her hit song ‘Wafom Kwan’ but waiting patiently to get into a relationship with the one God has sent”. The musician cum songwriter, who went on the show to promote her latest ‘Wafom Kwan’ album also revealed in the interview that, as it stands now, she has no plans of getting married to a pastor, as most gospel musicians are well known of.  She explained that, it takes a lot to be a pastor’s wife ‘osofo maame’ “I have no intension of getting married to a man of G

High Life legend KK fosu has revealed that he will throw a party for Bisa Kdei if he wins artiste of the year at the 2016 edition of VGMAs. KK Fosu stated that since he took a break from the music scene his fellow colleague Kwabena Kwabena did a good job by sustaining the High life genre. He then commended Bisa Kdei for taking over from Kwabena Kwabena and lifting the flag of high life music high in the country. KK Fosu revealed his intentions for Bisa if he is able to win artiste of the year at the pending VGMAs. He further stated that he is pleased with Bisa’s contribution to the High Life genre and he will celebrate him if he wins artiste of the year.

A-list actresses cum producers Juliet Ibrahim, Emelia Brobbey and Kafui Danku will be honored today at the exclusive JACK DANIELS VIP CLUB HONORS event for 2016.  According to Richard Bouclous – Brand Marketing Manager, Jack Daniels [West Africa]; the three women will be celebrated tonight for their remarkable careers and tireless contribution to the entertainment industry in Ghana.  The event will take place at swanky new lounge, PLOT 7, located at the Nyaniba Estates- Labone Junction.    The “JACK DANIELS VIP CLUB HONORS” aims to recognize and celebrate the work and efforts of young people rising in the various facets of the entertainment and lifestyle industry in Ghana. The JACK DANIELS VIP CLUB HONORS is an initiative of entertainment and lifestyle purveyors The Lifestyle 360 Group and Jack Daniels in partnership with the Women In Performing Arts (W.I.P.A)

Ghanaian Veteran actor, William Addo has revealed that he need GHC 5,000 for a surgery on the eye. The 66-year old actors said on  Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz on Wednesday, that he had been diagnosed of glaucoma and feared he would go blind if unable to raise the amount needed for surgery.  “I have to do a surgery on my eye. My vision is very blur. Doctors diagnosed that it is a combination of glaucoma and cataract and I need to be operated upon otherwise it’s going to cause a fracture,” he told host, KMJ. According to Mr Addo, he has sent letters to some institutions but has not heard any positive response from those quarters. He however, mentioned that Kwame Sefa Kayi has given him an amount but will not disclose how much since he does not have the broadcaster’s permission to. “So far, it’s only Kwame Sefa Kayi who has given me something… I have sent copies of the appeal to Cultural Forum, Ghana Actors Guild, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts and others but I’

The National Communication Authority (NCA) according to reports has banned a number of TV channels including Obinim TV (OB TV), owned by controversial Bishop Daniel Obinim. At least five other channels were also taken off, including  Kessben TV, Angel TV, Care TV, and Capital TV. There has been an aggressive marketing of miracle services as pastors try to project their ministries as a one-stop shop for life’s problems from financial troubles to marriage.Prominent in digital TV era is the head pastor and founder of the International God’s Way Church, ‘Bishop’ Daniel Obinim. Videos of his sermons and miracle services are popular on social media where he has been severely criticized for behavior deemed an unethical. He was accused of stepping on and kicking the stomach of a pregnant woman during a healing and deliverance service. But he explained, his critics are ignorant about spiritual realities. ATV which is owned by businessman and former presidential candidate of the P

Villa Monticello, one of Accra’s leading luxury boutique hotels is known by travellers around the globe for its world class design and customer service.   Although Villa Monticello has been featured in international media publications such as Forbes Africa, Elle Decoration Magazine and Bloomberg News, many local residents aren’t as familiar with the award winning property. Villa Monticello is hoping to change that with the launch of its #WeekendatVM campaign that will expose a diverse audience to the hidden gem right in the heart of the city that combines modern luxury with the richness of traditional Ghanaian culture. Villa Monticello offers a range of special weekend packages such as the Players Package, VM Weekend Experience and Champagne Celebration which include discounted rates on rooms and spa services, complimentary cocktails, breakfast, wifi, golf excursion, and pool access.  Daily specials at the Chapter One Restaurant, Bar and Poolside including Afternoon

FOX Channels Africa is continuing where it left off in 2015, bringing the best first and increasing its slate of content that is within hours of US broadcasts.    The end of March will see the premiere of Part B of Empire’s second season, with the first part having drawn just over 1.2 million viewers locally the show continues to be a success and no doubt the second part will be hotly anticipated.  And the show continues to garner success with Taraji P Henson picking up a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Drama for her role as Cookie Lyon. Empire S2 returns from break so we can once again join the feisty Lyon's in their fight for music, power and freedom. Watch Cookie's style and Lucious' determination all while having a front row seat to soul-carrying music in this highly acclaimed musical drama.

The beautiful Vanessa Gyan, a TV/Radio presenter at LiveFM and GhoneTV is on the RUSH edition of Eventguide Magazine. She has endorsed the refreshing Energy Drink, Rush, as part of the Twellium move to rejuvenate their brand.   The only daughter of the late Kiki Gyan of Osibisa fame, who is herself a growing brand Ghana entertainment industry, said she is excited to be part of the Rush Energy family and looks forward to partinering with them.  She stated that "For someone like me who is always on the go, Rush Energy keeps me going especially on my busiest of days."  She was a co-host of The Late Night Celebrity Show and soon moved on to develop her own Female empowerment talk show, self-produced ‘Sincerely Vee’  which will soon air on GH One TV. The talented TV and radio personality is ready to take over the industry from all angles.  In the past few months, Vanessa has acted in Juliet-Ibrahim’s upcoming TV series Every Woman Has A Story, and is ambassador

StreamLine Productions is back with another timeless and quality movie titled Okwantuni Mmobro. The movie (Okwantuni Mmobro) features top actors including Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win, Akrobeto, Rose Mensah (Kyeiwaaa) among others. Okwantuni Mmobro was shot in Ghana and the UK under StreamLine Productions. Synopsis Of The Movie In Okwantuni Mmobro, Akrobeto who had his life moving on well in the UK was spiritually challenged to bring his wife, Kyeiwaa and stepdaughter to join him in London.  His best friend, Kwadwo Nkansah Lil Win was a musician in Ghana, who had nothing positive moving on for him but due to the trust Akrobeto had for Kwadwo Nkansah, he sent him a huge amount of money to raise some properties in Ghana for him while he, Akrobeto is away.  Nkansah betrayed the friendship Akrobeto had for him the moment he used that money to work on his flight to the UK to start his own life there. The cloth of poverty started suiting Akrobeto in UK but to make his ca

President of the republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama was at the Good Friday  service held by the Light House International Church at the Black Star Square.  As the president mounted the stage to address the congregation, the crowd urged him to preach hence leading him to shared his experience in preaching the gospel of Christ.  His excellency John Dramani Mahama stated that it's not an easy task to mount the podium as a preacher. Back in his church at Assemblies of God, he shared that he had the opportunity to preach the word during their Men Ministries Day, but the president confessed that he had sleepless night prior to the service since he didn't know what to preach.  He also added that one must have a divine inspiration to be able to preach the word of God. 

The Martha Ankomah Foundation, a charitable organization led by Ghanaian actress Martha Ankomah who is also the brand ambassador for Vitamilk Viora, will be joining the Autism Ambassadors of Ghana in celebrating the WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY.  The event is on Saturday 2nd April, 2016 and will be held at the Efua-Sutherland Children’s park in Accra, 8am prompt.  The day will be marked with an Autism awareness walk, digital awareness sessions, kid’s activities and other Autism awareness activities. It is indeed a day to celebrate and support children living with Autism. The United Nations General Assembly, on December 18, 2007, adopted resolution 62/139 declaring April 2 every year as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD).  This aim is to encourage member countries to raise awareness about Autism and seek early diagnosis and intervention. The Autism Ambassadors of Ghana all other social organizations have then observed 2nd April as the World Autism Awareness Day and the e

Ahead of his highly anticipated third studio album ‘Lightwork’ and the massive success of the Ga street banger ‘Kotomosi’, D-Black drops the brand new single and video for the much talked about ‘Say Yes’ jam featuring award winning Nigerian artist, Sean Tizzle. Shot in Maryland, USA by Champion Studios and produced by current VGMA Producer of the year & Black Avenue Muzik’s “DJ Breezy” , Say Yes is a party record and a will definitely get you on the dancefloor.

As part of the activities to the build-up for the 2016 edition of All Africa Music Awards  (AFRIMA), African Union Commission (AUC) and The International Committee of AFRIMA paid a courtesy visit to the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, on Friday March 26, 2016 at his residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria. Obasanjo commended AFRIMA and AUC for unifying Africa through music. He said music was part of African Culture and reiterated the need for music and culture to be commercialised in order to create jobs and reduced poverty among African youths. He implored AFRIMA and AUC not to relent in achieving their objectives and called on brands and governments in Africa to partner with AFRIMA.  He recalled similar projects as president like All African Games (COJA 2003) and Festival of Art and Culture in Africa (FESTAC '77) as platforms for promoting African culture and unity that require huge resources to organise.  He t

Gospel musician Ohemaa Mercy was in her full flow at the Dome of the Golden Bean Hotel in Kumasi when she thrilled thousands on Easter Sunday at MTN Choralfest. Just when the “Aseda” hitmaker and other heavyweight gospel musicians were ready to shake the Dome in Kumasi, it began to rain. By 4m, the rain had descended heavily leaving patrons to seek cover under any available shelter on their way to the venue. The rain couldn’t stop the start of the show since MTN, organisers of the concert promised that the show would start at 4pm. The show eventually got underway at 4:30pm with Joyce Blessing as the first act. She kicked off the show despite the few patrons who were present. The rain finally stopped at 5pm whilst Joyce Blessing was on stage ministering to allow patrons who were on their way to the event to continue their journey. Musicians such as Ernest Opoku, Brother Sammy, Perfect Glory Choir, O.J, Patience Nyarko and many others who performed back-to-back to the delight of the a

The excitement and all nite fun of every show is determined by the playlist its Dj puts out to keep audience regularly on the dance floor, that was exactly how Dj nauty fingerz killed the " Hennessey insta party" organised by House of maasela which took place over the weekend at kona Grills in osu Accra Ghana. The insta party which saw massive turnout from individuals from different works of life was the first official event organized by House of maasela.  Dj Nauty Fingerz kept the crowd dancing for hours with his uncompareable style of DJing.  His one Dj to look out for in the Ghanaian entertainment industry.  The party was indeed a massive fun packed party. So you sure missed it if you weren't there. Big ups to house of maasela, watch out for more Massive Events.

Over the years, DJ Yoga, otherwise known as Bernard Boateng has warmed his way into the hearts of many young radio and Television lovers in the capital city with his weekly Friday night radio show on Breeze 90.9 fm called Music Arena as well as serving as Host on Sound splash on TV Africa. Archers Media Institute in Accra , an institution accredited by Ghana Education Service(G.E.S) and Institute of Commercial Marketing (ICM, UK) yesterday held their 3rd graduation ceremony for their students who have made it through their training and ready to serve in different aspects of the media. The Institution honored Dj YoGa otherwise known as Bernard Boateng other media personnel like Old Soldier of Peace Fm with a Honorary Executive Certificate of Excellence for their hard work and diligence in contemporary broadcasting.  The institution over the years have honored individuals who are making a difference in the media and the country like Mr Fiifii Banson, Hon Effah Datteh  with

‘Let’s Talk Consent’ is a sex education workshop that focuses on respect and human dignity in sexual relationships, as expressed through asking and recognizing consent or non-consent. This workshop is running in high schools and universities across Accra. It is an initiative by Y FM’s Akosua Hanson, host of the Y Lounge in partnership with the Mbaasem Foundation, a non-governmental organization headed by Ghanaian writer, poet, activist, Ama Ata Aidoo and Kinna Likimani, book blogger and activist, that supports women and women’s writing across Africa. Passionate about issues of gender and rape, Akosua states that, “This initiative is driven largely by the need to reduce gender-based violence through sex and to curb a thriving rape culture (ie. a culture in a society that encourages rape to thrive through a myriad of ways such as the shaming of victims and perpetuating misconceptions about sex that encourage the increasing number of rape incidents).”

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Grammy award winning artiste Gramps Morgan has disclosed his support for the Ghanaian senior national team, Black stars. The renowned reggae artiste who is currently on a special assignment in the country stated that he has heard about the greatness of the team and can’t wait to see the Stars play against the Mozambique national team in the AFCON 2017 qualifiers at the Accra sports stadium. The Morgan Heritage member took to Instagram to express his unflinching support for the Black Stars as they play against the Mozambique national team. “Let me through let me see the Ghana all stars play I hear the team is great road to world cup @morganheritage @grampsmorganfarms @iamjeremere.” The reggae super star who finds Ghana very welcoming visits the country quite frequently. Gramps Morgan together with his other group members won an award at the recent Grammys. By Nii Ayi Mensah Lartey   

Global leader in lighting innovations, Philips Lighting, a Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX, PHIA) company with a rich heritage for touching the lives of billions of consumers including Ghanaians, today announced the launch of an affordable, long-lasting LED bulb that will allow all consumers to cut down on their energy usage by up to 85% by switching to Philips energy efficient LED bulbs.  Deputy Minister of Power Hon John Abdulai Jinapor  emphasized  the importance of investing in energy efficiency whilst unveiling the new energy saving Philips EcoBright LEDbulb, which will assist consumers in cutting down on their electricity consumption, thereby saving money and sustaining the national grid. “This innovative new bulb is an asset in implementing our policies designed to promote the efficient use of energy,” said Hon Jinapor, “we are always happy to support the various initiatives Philips Lighting has undertaken in Ghana to improve the public’s access to energy efficiency.”

This year seems to be a year of firsts for the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, take the way the nominees were released this year for instance.  This year, organizers dared to do something different; the nominees were released every hour on the hour across media platforms. Organizers, Charterhouse, wanted to create a social media buzz but what they got was a total media shutdown on radio, television and online. The second first is about to hit the people of HO. The nominees jam train after having toured Accra, Koforidua, Kumasi, Tamale and Cape Coast is finally going to HO. Yes!! HO finally gets the chance to witness electrifying performances from the VGMA nominees. The nominees jam train is ready, it’s gearing up and fueling up to make its next stop in the Volta City but it’s not going empty handed. Every town that has hosted the nominees jam before will attest to one thing, the train never comes empty handed. It is always full of nominees who give off noting but the best. 

Gospel music group, Willie and Mike are currently in the United States of America taking the necessary steps to kick off their USA and Canada tour this Saturday.  The group left the country on Palm Sunday and arrived in New York twelve hours later to give them ample time to prepare for their two-month USA and Canada tour. The two-month tour starts at an Easter Convention organised by The Church of Pentecost USA, Inc at Sheraton Fairplex Hotel and Conference Center in California.  The duo, Willie and Mike are the headline artistes for the 2016 Easter convention, which starts from March 25 to March 27. The group made up of Asamoah Williams and Adomako Michael after the The Church of Pentecost 2016 Easter convention this weekend will continue to perform at different states in America and in Canada.

The Okoye brothers consisting of Jude, Peter and Paul of PSquare who have made headlines more than ever due to their dispute resulting to the breakup of team PSquare have taken to the same social media they used in pouring out their feelings towards each other to apologize to their fans for their attitude towards each other which has affected their fans all over the world. The dispute started a couple of weeks after Jude former PSquare’s manager, announced his separation from the team. Their dispute which has made headlines about the brothers more than ever indeed affected many of their fans around the world.  The brothers on several occasions have taken to social media to express their feelings.  The most recent was from Paul Okoye who took to Instagram to put to rest the rumor that ‘former’ PSquare manager and their elder brother, Jude ‘Engees’ Okoye, was the reason the musical duo are having issues.

Ghana Music rights Organization, GHAMRO has given a new Toyota Corolla car and motorbike to its office in the Ashanti Region.  The short ceremony to officially handover the two machines to executives in the Garden City happened on Monday, March 22, 26 at the Cultural Center. The car and motorbike were given to the office to help ease the task of collecting royalties for musicians. Chairman of GHAMRO, Kojo Antwi, presenting the items to the region advised that the car be used for its purpose. He told executives in the region not to use the car for their personal gains because it was not purchased for such a purpose but for the benefit of Ghanaian musicians. “The fact that it is for GHAMRO means there are some rules that are going to guide it but the rules are going to deal with the nature of our work. We are presenting this car to the office to see changes in the in the organization” Kojo Antwi said.

The Omanye Hall of the Labadi Beach Hotel on Saturday, March 19 dazzled with fabulousness as women, pulled together by singer Stephanie Benson, inspired each other with songs and words of wisdom. Convener, Stephanie Benson who recently battled with breast cancer called together what she described as her ‘circle of friends’ to share some ideas about how to stand strong as women despite life’s challenges and push on with their dreams. Sporting a cute pink dress, she revealed how she underwent 28 hours of surgery in three days and urged all the women around to have faith in God and confidence in themselves. The sweet thing for her was that she was still able to write songs during her down moments in the course of the fight with breast cancer. One of the songs was Dear Lord and she unveiled it at the function. Earlier, she had introduced and performed with some of the young ladies in her music academy.

CNN International and MultiChoice announced today that African journalists have extra time to ensure their entries are submitted for the CNN MultiChoice African Journalist 2016 Awards.  African journalists creating content for African audiences now have until Monday 4 April to submit their entries via the entry form website www.africa.cnnjournalistaward.com. Details about this year’s awards are online here. The categories open for entries are: ·       Culture Award ·       Dow Technology & Innovation Reporting Award

Shypmate, a peer-to-peer delivery service, is now servicing Ghana! Shypmate, allows consumers based in NIGERIA & GHANA to purchase products  online and links them with Africa-bound travelers for delivery.  The tech start-up launched in Nigeria early this year and has been increasingly successful, with over 400 in-bound shipments to Nigeria. Now Ghanaians, expatriates and repatriates, can enjoy access to this service and e-commerce goods.  The founders, three Nigerians and one Ghanaian, met in San Mateo, California and shared the same frustrations with shipping items back home. They creatively coupled technology with a peer-to-peer business model to streamline shipping to Nigeria and now Ghana.  How does it work? • Copy the link to the product you plan to purchase. Visit the Shypmate website and paste the link to the product, including product information, appropriate airport location for pick up. 

Leading business magazine, Forbes Africa is set to launch the first global TV platform, Forbes Africa TV. The publication is the sixteenth local-language edition of the highly successful FORBES magazine—renowned for exploiting various matters, as well as its many lists based on the levels of global wealth and power, offering topics such as “The World’s Most Powerful People”, “Global High Performers,” and “The World’s Billionaires”.   This year marks yet another milestone in the life of the publication which is the number 1 monthly read magazine amongst Africa’s Affluent according to the Ipsos EMS Survey.  Forbes Africa is launching its first ever TV platform with flagship show “My Worst Day”, anchored by award winning Forbes Africa and Forbes Woman correspondent, Peace Hyde. The show brings the unique Forbes journalistic style and glitz to the silver screen and focuses on the most challenging day in the lives of some of the most successful and enterprising business leaders o

Marketing Communications company, Ghana News Link, this week announced the rerun of season one of its talk show, Law Express, on Joy Prime (available on Multi TV) from Sunday 27th March 2016.   Law Express is a social service program designed to educate the general public on the operation of the law as well as the constitution of the Republic of Ghana in an easy to understand manner. Showing every Sunday from 9pm to 10pm, Law Express seeks to educate Ghanaians on their rights, how and when these rights accrue and steps they could take when they decide to pursue a case.  In every episode, a panel of three lawyers will discuss different and relevant law topics which applies in our everyday life with members of the public contributing to the discussion through recorded vox pops. Nuhela Seidu, a young private legal practitioner with a decade of experience in broadcasting, both television and radio is the moderator of the show. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology

Actor Majid Michel and Kalybos thrilled audience at Ghana DJ Awards as they stepped on stage present an award.  Last Friday Kalybos together with Moesha Boduong were at Ghana DJ awards to present an award at the ceremony, Kalybos upon seeing and appreciating the curvy nature of the beautiful actress said he will chose her over Ahuofe Patri, suddenly Majid dashes on stage only to punch Kalybos in the face.  The two actors also danced to Abratie Amakye Dede's song on stage after their fight over Moesha Boduong  The act incorporated in their presentation added more fun and excitement to the award ceremony.  They also ceased the opportunity to announce the premier of their latest movie Amakye and Dede slated for 26th of March at the Westhills mall. 

Outstanding Ghanaian Highlife music star, Nana Quame has undisputable stated that music made in Ghana are been controlled by DJs and the the originators of the songs.  The unchallengeable male vocalist in an interview with DJ Premiere on Accra FM Entertainment Capital over the weekends said there are quality and better musicians in the country who do not get much play because DJS are controlling the music.  "Ghana music is been controlled by DJs. Let's not hide behind hypocrisy but face the fact. There are wonderful and better musicians out there who are not gaining publicity.  I keep saying this but sometimes people get me wrong for something else. We have a problem and people don't want to voice out. When some musicians given bigger platforms like what you have given me, they don't voice out their problems and they rather complain behind doors and cry. One of the biggest problems is that all the radio stations in Ghana play Nigerian songs meanwhile whe

Ghana's young Rap artist Koo Ntakra who announced his inclusion in the preselection face for this year's Midem Artist Accelerator program will be facing his long time admirer and role model, Sarkodie in his bid to make the final cut for the artist/band who will be selected for the Paris program. The former hitmaker champ is among other sixty one (61) artist/band who were announced for the preselection face last week, making the cut from over thousands of entries received across the globe by the organizers.  The Akwapem rapper joins Ghanaian born US based rapper Blitz the Ambassador as the only Ghanaians battling it out among the lot for the final 12 slot. Earlier this year, it was announced by organizers that, two time Ghana Music Artist of the year and former BET award winner, Sarkodie has been included in the jury which will go through applicants and make the final selection.  Koo Ntakra in many interviews ever since his rise to stardom has acknowledged the

This October 2016, AFWk Ltd is inviting designers from around the world to take part in Accra Fashion Week 2016 and expose their incredible talents to millions of people, both in attendance and via media.  Accra Fashion Week is set to celebrate the beautiful and talented designers based in Africa and outside the continent. AFWk2016 will not only provide participants with extraordinary promotion and media coverage, but this year the team is focused on creating business and employment via designs and setting the grounds for designer-buyer relationships in Africa with Ghana spearheading the process.  With over 31 mainstream buyers confirmed to attend and more to willing receive show updates via internet, and also over 450 Ghana based boutique owners set to participate, Accra Fashion Week 2016 promises to be a humongous business hub for fashion this year.

Global Media Alliance in Collaboration with ETV Ghana will on Thursday, March 24th hold the maiden edition of Music Mixed with Comedy (MMC) Live, a monthly event aimed at bringing quality entertainment to music and comedy lovers in Ghana. The event to be held at the Global Cinemas, Weija, will feature comedians from Ghana and Nigeria; Foster Romanus, Jacinta, O.B. and Khemical and others. The night promises live band renditions of the audiences favorite Ghanaian and international tunes. Commenting on the event, Eli Tettey, the Head of Events said “Music and comedy are two forms of entertainment many Ghanaians have soft spots for. Fusing the two and bringing them on one unique platform produces an amazing experience. It is with this that we have partnered with ETV Ghana to bring MMC to Ghanaians,” he added. “This is the first edition and we look forward to entertaining the people of Ghana.  We at ETV Ghana are happy with this partnership and we are hopeful for a wonde

UK-based Ghanaian afropop artist, Selecta Aff has released his anticipated music video for his latest single, 'No Rush' featuring multiple award-winning Nigerian music star,  Olamide. The multi-talented Selecta drops some noticeable bars, and also sings showing off his versatility on the track produced by Young John. 'No rush' has lyrics in Twi, English and Yoruba and with the catchy chorus from both Selecta and Olamide this is surely a song that changes the game. The music video Kevin Hudson . Emmanuel Osei Kaakyire (Born 1992), better known by his stage name Selecta Aff, is an Urban British musician of Ghanaian descent. Born in Italy and raised in London (Tottenham) Best known for his 2012 single “Fine Girl” which landed him a Ghana Music Awards (Europe): Best Act of The Year Nomination. In 2013 Selecta Aff was also nominated for Urban Music Awards (UMA) for his ground breaking single “Holla At Me”.

Starr 103.5 FM has launched the maiden edition of its Starr Woman Project. A spin-off of the EIB-owned station’s The Zone midmorning show, it hosted some of Ghana’s leading women to a morning’s session that largely centered on the upward trajectory of society’s forward-looking females. The Starr Woman Project seeks to equip young women entrepreneurs with the relevant knowledge, skill and motivation to achieve their fullest potential as entrepreneurs. Present at the launch on Friday was celebrated broadcaster Gifty Anti, who was also joined by colleague Baisiwa Duwuona-Hammond and co-Founder and Chief Technical Officer at Logiciel Farida Bedwei. They took turns to speak to the meaning of the concept and why it was important for today’s woman.

The fun moves to Kumasi this weekend for the biggest party and run of events. As the biggest students’ gathering gets into shape, the list of activities starts with Epilogo on Thursday at Georgia. This will be the 11th year of pure fun, reunion, great music and drinks all night on the house.  This year, the party takes a new dimension and happening live with Ghana’s Best Event DJ, DJ Vyrusky flanked by MCs Kojo Manuel and Sheldon. There is little that can go wrong with this bunch in control. In an all short affair, REPU starts on a great note all thanks to Echo House, the best party crew yet.  Friday is for the ballers as Ciroc Friday returns for the 2nd year at REPU with ‘The Last Flight to Vegas’. The party that has unlimited assortments of Ciroc flowing and all the top party makers around will be the event to be at on Friday.  And then the ‘ALL BLACK’ affair returns for the charm, their 3rd time at REPU. This is the event to be at as it assembles the crème de la crème

Mr. James Ebo Whyte, popularly known as Uncle Ebo Whyte has said Ghana is blessed with an incredible number of gifted actors. According to him, in most of his plays he unearths new talents and develops them into great stage actors. Speaking at the Press viewing of his latest stage play titled ‘One Million Pounds’ the play writer commended the characters who staged. One Million Pounds is a play about an ambitious young man called Kafui, who did not allow himself to be swayed by money. He led a group of four (JAMA) to the finals of a reality show fulfilling his dreams.

In 2013 during her revelation party, the “Rap Doctor” Okyeame Kwame stormed the stage whiles Feli Nuna [then known as Felly] was performing and made this declaration “ I have never seen a lady rap like this, she has the swag, she has the lyrics, punchlines on point and she looks good! So tonight, I officially crown you the queen of rap in GH.” Fast forward to 2016; the VGMA Unsung Artiste Nominee, Feli Nuna, has declared that she is indubitably “the most complete female artiste in Ghana.” Aside been a rapper with recognised lyrical dexterity and delivery to boost, Feli Nuna finds such a remarkable comfort at singing as shown in her renewed brand.       The fast rising act has recently dropped her sophomore single since joining new label, Beehyve Entertainment.  The track titled “AWOLA” features Pappy Kojo and is enjoying heavy rotation on the airwaves in Accra. It is a follow up to her hugely popular single, “I Like Am” whose visual treatment was masterfully done by cele

Patrons at the just ended Ghana DJ Awards has expressed huge disappointment in the organizers of for crowning DJ Black as the Best DJ of the year for four times in a roll.  Usually at award shows when winners are announced there Is cheer, clapping  and standing ovation as the winner walks to the podium to receive his Award and deliver his or ghee speech, but unfortunately that wasn't the case in this situation.  As the Joy FM's DJ was announced as the best of the year the Entire audience screamed "oh", Expressing disappointment in the organizers for awarding the DJ black  Best DJ of the year at this year's event.  The evening for the past few years has come under massive criticisms for its credibility.  Nigerian DJ Jimmy Jatt, Starr FM's DJ Vyrusky, Mel Kwasi Davis and some other patrons were stacked in their seats with full surprise and disappointment upon hearing the winner.  However DJ black is currently with Joy FM and has represente

Gloval movie production has held its first national inauguration ceremony to officially outdoor its appointed executives.  The occasion which was held at the MUSIGA head office in Accra was chaired by the interim president of the Ghana Movie Actors Guild Mr Emmanuel Don Ziggy Netus. Speaking at the event, Stephen Lovely Aryee president of the production house stated that the journey has not been a smooth one but with the help of his devoted and able men Gloval is the only production house which can boast of six branches in six regions which are the Central region Ashanti region, Volta region, Eastern region, Western and the Greater Accra region. He also added that Gloval is the first Ghanaian movie production house which has branches in Switzerland and Norway of which he gave thanks to his team for their support and contribution.

The Film Producers Association of Ghana, FIPAG has opened doors for its members to submit their movies for this year’s Golden Movie Awards.  The organisation ordered its members not to file for nominations for this year’s awards when organisers announced in January that “nominations are open for consideration of awards for the 2016 Golden Movie Awards slated for May 2016.” FIPAG arrived at the decision because NMJ Ghana, organisers of the awards officially did not inform them of the event. Michael Kwaku Ola, FIPAG PRO who confirmed their unity with Golden Movie Awards organisers said, “yes its true, we had a meeting with them and we have trashed out issues”.

Most often, gospel music albums are launched in churches and sometimes at an event where specific people are specially invited to attend, but Patience Nyarko over the weekend took a twist to launch her second album dubbed ‘Wafom Kwan’ on the streets of Accra. The ‘Wafom Kwan’ album, which has already gotten the musician two nominations; ‘Best Gospel Song and Best Gospel Artist’ in this year’s Ghana Music Awards, comes after a successful release of her debut album ‘Me Kasa Ama Ewuradi’, which shot her to fame in 2013.   Patience Nyarko’s ‘Wafom Kwan’ album has seven heartwarming songs which include the popular ‘Wafom Kwan’, ‘Anibre Mpeaye’, ‘Wodada’ re-mix,  ‘Ebenezer’ and many others.  Narrating her motivations behind the distinctive launch, Patience said “My fans are the people who listen and enjoy my songs, so there was the need to meet, perform and interact with them”.

If your music library has been feeling drab lately, maybe it’s high time to switch things up with a different genre—say, Afrobeats or R&B, perhaps? And also the best new music artiste to fit in your catalogue of hit tracks is King Promise.  He might be the new kid on the block, but King Promise’s captivating voice is what sets him apart from other musicians anytime he gets hold of the mic. King Promise born Gregory Promise Bortey Newman is a creative talent in all aspects: he sings and even a songwriter.  The singer formerly known as Boy Pee has made his mark in the music industry with songs such as ‘So Special’ and ‘No Problem’. The soulful young singer has finally released his highly anticipated single, ‘Thank God’ featuring Fuse ODG. “Killer and me were just vibing in the studio. It started off as a love song and he came up with the brilliant idea of "Thank God" so we switched it up and wrote to it. Killer went on vacation in Miami and was bumpin