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 3 Music Awards announces nominees after comeback

 Organisers of 3Music Awards have announced nominees for this year’s event in an atmosphere filled with pomp and pageantry.

The ceremony which took place at the Garage Lounge lo­cated at East Legon on Friday, August 9, brought together mu­sicians, media, music lovers and some other industry players.

After a year’s break, organisers of 3 Music Awards recently announced the return of the scheme this September.

The scheme encountered some challenges leading to the break, however, with the right mea­sures put in place, it is back.

The coveted Artiste of the Year will be a contest for heavyweights, Black Sherif, King Promise, Kuami Eugene, Medikal, Mr Drew, Nacee, Sarko­die and Stonebwoy.

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The board, academy and general pub­lic will have a tough task selecting the Act of the Year which features a number of impressive artists including King Paluta.

The Gospel Artist of the Year award would have Diana Hamilton, Joe Mettle, Nacee, Perez Muzik and others.

The other awards on the night include Group of the Year, Digital Act of the Year and Song of the Year.

The main event to determine winners of all the 32 categories is set to take place at the new Palms Convention Centre at La Palm Beach Hotel on September 28

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 Oncemore Six to headline Symphonic Gospel Meets Orchestra 2024

• Oncemore Six

 Symphonic Music Ghana is set for the 4th edition of the Symphonic Gospel Meets Orchestra concert, scheduled for December 22 at The Palms Convention Centre in Accra.

This year’s event will feature renowned South African gospel artiste Oncemore Six as the main performer.

The singer is known for his powerful worship songs like “Here on our knees” and “Ohlonishwayo”.

‘Oncemore Six’ has inspired audiences across Africa with his heartfelt music.

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Joining him on stage will be a lineup of talented gos­pel musicians, including Grace Charles, Shadrach Kwesi Mensah, Efe Grace, Charnté Eseyin, Lordina The Soprano, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Luigi Maclean, Enuonyam, and more. This diverse group of artistes promises to deliver a memo­rable evening of worship and praise.

The concert aims to blend contemporary gospel music with classical orchestral elements, creating a unique and uplifting experience for all attendees. As a live recording event, it offers the audience an opportunity to be part of a significant moment in Ghana’s gospel music scene.

The tickets are still available for purchase.

You can’t miss this opportunity to experience a night of pow­erful worship and musical excellence. Mark your calendars for tomorrow and join at The Palms Conven­tion Center for an unforgettable evening.

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 By Linda Abrefi Wadie

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 2024 Eastern Music Awards: Daasebreba Kwame crowned Artiste of the Year

• Daasebre Kwame in suit recieving the award

Rising music sensation Daasebreba Kwame has been crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2024 Eastern Music Awards held at the Koforidua Cultural Centre.

The Eastern Music Awards, currently in its fifth year, promotes and recognises remarkable artistes thriving in the region and throughout Ghana in a variety of cate­gories.

The night featured thrilling performanc­es by nominees and past winners, high­lighting the Eastern Region’s rich musical tradition.

Daasebreba Kwame, who is signed to the Yaco International record label, has had a successful year, winning the prestigious Artiste of the Year award, as well as High­life Song of the Year at this year’s Eastern Music Awards.

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Daasebreba Kwame’s Artiste of the Year prize package included a performance at the 2025 African Music Week in Canada.

In his acceptance speech, Daasebreba Kwame expressed gratitude to his fans for their unwavering support and dedicated this award to all aspiring musi­cians in Ghana.

He emphasised the impor­tance of staying true to one’s musical roots while embracing innovation in music, and this was received by massive applause from attendees at the auditori­um.

This accolade is a significant milestone in the career of Daasebreba Kwame, who is known for his unique blend of traditional Ghanaian sounds with contemporary music styles, which has captivated audiences both locally and internationally.

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Winning this award not only highlights Daasebreba Kwame’s individual talent but also underscores the growing recognition of Eastern Region artistes within Ghana’s broader music industry.

Daasebreba Kwame’s victory at the Eastern Music Awards marks a significant achievement not just for him but for all ar­tistes striving for excellence in their craft.

As he continues to inspire others through his music and dedication to cultur­al heritage, it is clear that he will remain a prominent figure in Ghana’s evolving music landscape.

This year’s event saw an increase in nominations across various genres, reflect­ing a diverse range of musical expressions emerging from the region.

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