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Kingzkid releases ‘Wadom’
Ghanaian gospel recording artist and songwriter, Emmanuel Essuman Mensah, widely known as KINGZKID has released another single for music lovers.
Featuring contemporary praise and worship icon Joe Mettle on his single “W’adom (Your Grace)’, the Afrobeat rhythm song was purposely released as a medium to spread the good news about the Grace of God that has been revealed to us through our Lord Jesus Christ.
W’adom comes with a groove that is not new to Joe Mettle who makes a special appearance on the song.
Kingzkid has over the years continued to be a force to reckon with in the urban gospel setting in Ghana.
He is without doubt one of the pacesetters and an inspiration to the up-and-coming urban gospel acts who are bringing hip-hop, rap, and Afrobeat acts to praising God.
Kingzkid in an interview said that the rationale behind the release was the fact that God’s grace was the foundation on which our lives were built.
“Our lives are testaments of the grace of God. God’s grace is the foundation on which our lives are built, the canvas on which our lives are painted. We are nothing without the Grace of God and made this beautiful song with a man who inspires me. I hope it blesses you. We are who we are by the Grace of God. Period! Thank you Joe Mettle.” KINGZKID said.
The official video of W’adom (Your Grace) was directed by Finn Mensah and produced by Laxio Beats.
KINGZKID is a Ghanaian Christian hip-pop recording artist and songwriter whose popular music “I Got My Jesus On” transformed his life to a whole new level.
Born on September 29, 1989, KINGZKID released his first album titled “Vindicated” in 2011 and second “Metamorphosis” in 2014.
As it stands, he is the first African Gospel Musician to win the Gospel Academy Awards ‘Best International Act 2019 award’.
BY BENEDICTA GYIMAAH FOLLEY
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Siisi Baidoo adjudged Best Male Vocalist at 2024 Praise Achievement Awards
Siisi Baidoo, one of Ghana’s most talented gospel artists, has been honoured with the Male Vocalist of the Year award at the just-ended prestigious Praise Achievement Awards 2024.
Over the years, Siisi Baidoo has distinguished himself with his rich music content and unrivalled vocal dexterity.
Other artistes in that category were Joe Mettle, Luigi Maclean, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Perez Musik, Kwaku Teye and others.
He has to his credit, songs such as ‘Otim Ho Daa’, ‘Fire’, ‘Jesus in My Boat’, ‘Mede W’ayeyi’, ‘Hymns of God’, among other great songs that have touched many lives with his latest being Do it Again featuring Joe Mettle.
The Praise Achievement Awards does not only celebrate established artists like Siisi Baidoo but also provides a platform to acknowledge the diverse talents contributing to the growth and vibrancy of gospel music in Ghana, from musicians and singers to producers, songwriters, and technical crew.
This year’s ceremony saw a host of other talented individuals recognised for their contributions. Nacee, Joe Mettle, Piesie Esther and other celebrated gospel artistes also received awards on the evening.
Siisi Baidoo has just released his highly anticipated new album ‘Writings on the Wall’ on Thursday, November 28, and hopes it will be a great blessing to all.
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Israel Ofori thrills fans at Rhythms of Africa
One of Ghana’s budding gospel musicians, Israel Ofori, was among artistes that thrilled fans at the Rhythms of Africa event held at the Independence Square in Accra last Friday.
Themed ‘The peace edition,’ the free event aimed at promoting peace, unity and harmony ahead of the general elections today.
Minister Israel treated the audience to two of his songs, ‘Ene Wo’ and ‘Aseda’ to which the audience sang along and danced to.
Speaking to The Spectator after the event, Minister Israel said the opportunity offered him by the organisers was a great one, and was pleased to join Ghanaians and other gospel artistes to “lift the name of Jesus Christ at the Independence Square.”
“Ghana will remain peaceful before, during and after the elections because the praises and worship of Ghanaians have gone up so the glory of God will come down,” he added.
The night featured powerful performances from other gospel artistes such as Sonnie Badu, the brainchild of the event, Empress Gifty, Ceccy Twum, ACP Kofi Sarpong, Broda Sammy and other artists.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
