Entertainment
3Music Awards 2024: A triumphant return
The 2024 edition of the 3Music Awards marked a spectacular comeback for one of Ghana’s most beloved music award shows.
Held at the Palm Convention Centre inside the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on Saturday, the event was a night to remember, celebrating the best of Ghanaian music and the resilience of the industry.
The theme for this year’s event, “Connecting Through Music,” was beautifully embodied throughout the night. The performances, speeches, and awards all highlighted the unifying power of music, bringing together artistes, fans, and industry stakeholders in a celebration of shared passion and creativity.
The night was filled with electrifying performances, heartfelt speeches, and well-deserved accolades. Stonebwoy, one of Ghana’s most influential artistes, took home the prestigious Artiste of the Year award, while Lyrical Joe and Black Sherif also shone brightly with their wins for Best Rap Performance and Best Music Video of the Year, respectively.
3MusicTV, the organizers of the event, worked assiduously themselves not to fall below the bar set by themselves and interestly that was achieved. Their dedication to promoting Ghanaian music and providing a platform for artists to be recognized and celebrated is commendable.
The seamless execution of the event, coupled with the high production value, reflects the hard work and passion of the 3MusicTV team.
After a one-year hiatus, the 3Music Awards returned with a bang, showcasing not only the immense talent within the Ghanaian music scene but also the unwavering support from corporate Ghana.
The event’s success was significantly bolstered by the backing of prominent brands such as Bang & Olufsen, Budweiser, Dussè, Brutal Fruit, Infinix, Audiomack, Bel-Aqua, Yango, Blue Jeans, AT Network, SS Music, Alkains Ent and many others.
They expressed appreciation to the media for supporting them by amplifying the event on their platforms, adding that their involvement highlights the importance of collaboration between the entertainment industry and corporate entities in fostering growth and innovation.
According to the organisers, this overwhelming corporate support underscores the growing recognition of the 3Music Awards as a premier platform for celebrating musical excellence in Ghana.
As the curtains closed on the 2024 3Music Awards, it was clear that the event had not only made a triumphant return but also set a new standard for future editions. The night was a testament to the power of music, the strength of community, and the potential for greatness when passion meets support.
The event has once again proven that Ghanaian music is a force to be reckoned with, and with such strong backing, the future looks incredibly bright for the 3Music Awards and the artistes it celebrates.
Entertainment
Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Dr Amoani honoured at 2024 Majestic Praise
It was a night of massive praise and worship as hundreds of people gathered at the Perez Dome at Dzorwulu to celebrate and honour gospel legends doing exploits in the Christian space last Sunday.
Dubbed ‘Peace Mission: Be at peace with all men’, the event assembled the crème de la crème of Men of God such as Apostle Dr Amoani, former Chairman of the Christ Apostolic Church International ( CACI), Bishop Dr Godwin Aaron Monnyo, Elder Dr Emmanuel Kwesi Mireku and Rev. Samuel Agyei as host.
Major awardees at this year’s event were Apostle Dr Amoani and the legendary gospel music trio, Daughters of Glorious Jesus for their harmonious vocals and inspiring lyrics.
Apostle Dr Amoani, upon receiving the award appreciated the organisers for the honour given to him.
Daughters of Glorious Jesus expressed their gratitude to the organisers and dedicated the award to God, their husbands, families and everyone supporting them.
The honourees received plaques from the organisers.
The 2024 edition of the Majestic Praise featured a long list of acts from the gospel music industry who entertained guests at the event.
Popular among them were the Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Ceccy Twum, Nana Asaase the poet, Emmanuel Akimi, Abigail Adepa, Becky Bonney, Doreen Okyere and Vivian.
The evening also witnessed the launch of a book titled ‘The Legends: Inspiring stories of Ghanaian gospel generals.’
Organisers of the event – Majestic Praise and Honouring of Gospel Legend indicated that the programme will remain an annual event dedicated to recognising and honouring living gospel legends
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Hundreds turn up for Rhythms On Da Runway Model Casting
Some ladies for audition
Hundreds of models on Sunday, October 6, turned up for this year’s Rhythms On Da Runway Model Casting held at the African Regent Hotel in Accra.
The programme was an opportunity presented by the Nineteen57 Events, the organisers of Rhythms On Da Runway, to aspiring models to take their careers to a notch higher.
In all over 250 models, made up of female, male, children models turned up for the casting, and at the end of vigorous processes, about 55 lucky models made the cut.
They would be groomed in the next few weeks ahead of the event on November 30.
Additionally, some celebrities would be added for the main showdown at the Grand Arena.
The brain behind the event, Kofi Okyere Darko said, he was impressed with the quality seen, adding that aside settling on those selected for the show, they made most of them aware of the special talents they carry and how it could be developed.
One of the judges, renowned Video Director and Creative Consultant, Nana Asihene, said they were on the lookout for models who have the poise to display garments of designers on the day.
He said it was highly competitive as the judges searched for models of a certain size, those who look commercial among other qualities.
Mr Asihene further advised them to exhibit more professionalism, showing up for rehearsals and putting the work ahead of everything.
Producer, choreographer of Multinational fashion show, Dionne slash Gavin who was also a judge said, the selected models would be given the best grooming for the main show.
He charged them to prepare adequately for the opportunity to take their craft and career to the next level.
The main event, a night of unforgettable fashion, music, and cultural celebration at the Grand Arena, is under the theme, ‘Kente Edition’.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme