Entertainment
Apprise Music appoints Grace Nyele Mensah as COO
Ms Grace Nyele
Apprise Music, the premier digital music distribution service provider, empowering independent artistes throughout Africa, has appointed Ms. Grace Nyele Mensah as the Chief Operations Officer (COO).
In her new role, she would be responsible for overseeing crucial aspects of the organisation, including Artist Services, Publishing Administration and Media Relations.
She would report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company, Mr Michael Bamfo.
The elevation of Ms Nyele from Operations Manager to the COO cements the company’s commitment to nurturing and promoting internal talent to lead the charge in driving growth and success within the rapidly expanding African music scene.
Apprise Music has a firm commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment, promoting equal opportunities in employment.
The company ensures that all individuals were treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, family status, race, political opinions, and religious beliefs.
With a robust global network of partners and services, Apprise Music Distribution has established itself as a leading player in the music distribution industry.
Since its inception, the company has remained dedicated to providing independent artistes and labels with the necessary tools, services, and support needed to thrive in the modern music landscape.
As the new COO, Ms Grace Nyele Mensah’s expertise and leadership would contribute to the company’s continued growth and success, further solidifying Apprise Music distribution as a trailblazer in the African music industry.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Prophet Atarah opens new studio, launches Atarah Praise 2025
Prophet Joseph Atarah has launched his annual event aimed at bringing believers together in an atmosphere of worship and praise.
The theme for this edition is ‘Restoration’ with the belief that patrons would be restored in the face of their challenges.
The programme will be in two parts, with the first scheduled to take place in the United Kingdom at 5pm on May 11, at Pleasant Place Church.
The Ghana edition will take place at the forecourt of Believer’s Grace Crown Ministry International, Bond Square, Adenta Barrier, at 4pm on May 25.
Prophet Atarah has paraded Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Nana Yaw Asare and Mavis Asante among others for the Ghana edition.
For the UK edition, patrons will enjoy performances from Kofi Owusu Peprah, Kobby Mantey, Emmanuel Smith, and Ern Ruthy.
Speaking at the launch, Prophet Atarah said, God has been good throughout last year, and 2025 has started on a positive note.
Against this backdrop, he wants to bring believers together and, in unity, to praise God.
He said, like what happened last year, a lot of miracles will take place.
In a related development, Prophet Atarah also commissioned a new studio for rehearsals and live recordings.
This, he said, was not limited to him, but open to every musician across all genres.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Empress Gifty to thrill patrons at MTN Stands In Worship on Easter Sunday
Ghanaian gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty is set to thrill thousands at this year’s MTN Stands In Worship event.
The programme brings believers together annually to celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ.
This year’s edition, slated for the Grand Arena on Sunday, April 20, will feature Empress Gifty.
Against this backdrop, the anointed gospel musician has urged all patrons to come with a heart of worship and praise.
She is optimistic that a lot of miracles will happen through the ministration.
“Through our ministrations instant miracles will happen and you are going to have an encounter with God,” she told The Spectator.
Empress Gifty again appealed to patrons not to come alone, but with their families and friends to receive blessings.
Empress Gifty, who had a big song dubbed Watch Me, has been nominated in the Best Traditional Gospel Song of the Year and Gospel Artiste of the Year categories at this year’s 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
