Entertainment
3 Music Awards returns in September
After a year break, organisers of 3 Music Awards have announced the return of the awards scheme this September.
The scheme encountered some challenges leading to the break, however, with the right measures put in place, it is back to serve its purpose.
Speaking at the launch which took place last Thursday at the Capitol Restaurant in Labone, Cyril-Alex Gockel, affectionately called, C Real said, “There was a point where like every good thing challenges are inevitable, unfortunately, there was a time in our journey where we failed to have the impact we needed with regards to sponsorship, collaboration and partnership that make great ideas a reality.”
“We found ourselves wanting at the time where the country was in hard times where money was not flowing as it should, so the ideas we had was not able to come to fruition for the awards and creative direction,” he revealed.
He went further to say, “But like they say, there is no problem that does not have a solution, we here today, because like all good news you can’t keep it a secret. We have to tell the world, our stakeholders and our fans, this presser is an announcement to let you know that despite the skepticism, despite the negative chatter at the background, despite everything that has let you believe that 3 Music Awards was dead and gone, this is where you get the truth, ladies and gentlemen, the 3 Music Awards is back, and is back with a bang.”
The Chief Executive Officer of 3Music Rashidatu Yasmine Abdullai said she has endeavoured to create new initiatives with his trusted management board, ensuring their next big move would put them even higher.
“Today I’m thrilled to announce the return of 3 Music Awards in September, after a year-long hiatus, we have reimagined our approach to ensure 3 Music Awards celebrates musical excellence within industry standards,” she said.
She added that “this year we are introducing a fresh element to captivate the audience and honour artistes who inspire us.”
Madam Rashidatu in Abdullai in her concluding remarks extended her gratitude to the board and other stakeholders for their unflinching support
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
TGMA unveils nominees this Saturday
The air is electric in Ghana’s music scene as the long-anticipated nominee announcement for the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) is nearly here.
Music lovers should mark their calendars for Saturday, March 15, when the nominees will be revealed live on TV3 and across the Ghana Music Awards official social media channels.
This year’s nominations promise to be some of the most competitive yet. After weeks of submissions and meticulous deliberations, music fans across the country will finally learn which artists and groups will be contending for the highly coveted awards.
The Road to the Nominees Announcement
It all began on January 21, 2025, when nominations officially opened for the TGMA. Artists and groups had until 16th February to submit their works released between January 1, and December 31, 2024.
The response was nothing short of phenomenal, with over 1,500 entries pouring in from more than 130 talented artists and groups—a true testament to the dynamic and ever-growing nature of Ghana’s music industry.
The Deliberation Process
Once the deadline passed, an expert panel of industry insiders and stakeholders rolled up their sleeves for the daunting task of sifting through the entries.
The review process was thorough, with each submission evaluated based on a set of specific criteria to ensure only the most deserving artists and groups made it onto the shortlist.
The final selections were validated by the TGMA board and key industry players, ensuring transparency and fairness every step of the way.
The Big 5 Categories: The Showstoppers
While every category brings its own set of thrills, the Big 5 awards are the ultimate crown jewels. These prestigious categories will be revealed live on TV3 on Saturday, 15th March, it includes; Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song, New Artiste and Artiste of the Year.
The Telecel Ghana Music Awards: Celebrating Excellence
The Telecel Ghana Music Awards play an essential role in showcasing and celebrating the best of Ghana’s musical talent. By recognizing excellence, the awards inspire artists to reach new creative heights while fueling the growth of the industry.
They also serve as a unifying force, bringing together artists, industry leaders, and music lovers in a shared celebration of Ghanaian music.
With Ghana’s top artists and groups battling it out for the prestigious honors, the anticipation is at an all-time high. As the music industry continues to evolve, the TGMA remains a true benchmark of excellence.
Entertainment
Ghana need industry bank to fund talents — Rocky Jigga
Ghanaian UK-based afrobeat singer, Emmanuel Rocky Gyeniaw Jnr known in entertainment circles as Rocky Jigga has expressed the need for an industry bank to fund talents.
According to him, this will help Ghanaian musicians to compete effectively with their foreign counterparts.
Rocky Jigga believes that many talented musicians have coiled back into their shells due to funding challenges.
“There’s more room for improvement. The industry needs more investors from both the government and private sector at large. We need an industry bank that funds talents, events and everything entertaining,” he said.
Rocky Jigga recently released ‘Slow Down,’ featuring Ball J.
The song which came with its video was produced by B Boat and it emphasised a man’s preference for an ideal woman irrespective of the size.
