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‘Books and Lyrics’ project launched in Accra
Participants after the programme
‘Books and lyrics, a project aimed to bring together book and song writers, producers and students to provide a holistic educational experience to bridge the gap between music and literature, has been launched in Accra.
The project seeks to foster deeper understanding of both art forms by empowering young people through the exploration of great musicians and literary works.
Launching the project, the initiator and Chief Executive Officer for Aim Ghana Foundation, Ms Gladys Biney, said the project aspired to equip students with skills that would serve them beyond the classroom, nurturing their intellectual, emotional and creative growth.
She said, often times most people did not understand or pay attention to the lyrics of a song and tends to interpret them wrongly.
Ms Biney said the project would not only focus on music but to raise funds to support less privileged but brilliant and talented in the society.
“There are some upcoming artists who do not have managers or supporters to achieve their dream but are brilliant. The project has come to empower, educate and support brilliant minds in the industry,” she stated.
She called on individuals and organisations to support the initiative to help project music and educate masses on the importance of lyrics.
Ghanaian highlife musician and songwriter, Joseph Nkrumah Buabeng, popularly known as Nero X said the initiative would help musicians write good lyrics that would educate the masses.
He pledged his support towards the successful implementation of the project.
The Registrar of Knutsford University College, Mr Frank Adjei-Nterko, a partner to the project underscored the need for students to cultivate the habit of reading and do away with social media that would not bring meaning into their lives.
By Vivian Arthur
Entertainment
Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale
Afro-highlife musician, Kay9ice, known in private life as Philip Kay Kissi has publicly apologised to award-winning dancehall musician Shatta Wale and the Shatta Movement following his controversial remarks about his song.
Kay9ice made the comments about Shatta Wale’s song on Adom TV’s Showtime programme with Sally Mann.
Kay9ice believes the comments passed did not sit well with the Shatta Movement.
Against this backdrop, in a recent interview on Wontumi TV, Kay9ice expressed regret for his statements, clarifying that he never intended to disrespect Shatta Wale.
“I would like to use this opportunity to apologise to all S.M fans, I might have made some comments which I never intended for it to sound wrong to the fans, I have no intention of disrespecting such an icon,” Kay9ice added.
Kay9ice is currently promoting his latest release dubbed “Pema”, which is making waves since the release.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Von Sinu releases debut single ‘Thank You’
Von Sinu, an upcoming gospel musician, has released her debut single titled ‘Thank You’ which is gaining popularity on the airwaves and streaming platforms.
‘Thank you’ seeks to appreciate God for his goodness and faithfulness in her life.
In an interview with The Spectator in Accra, Von, who is also a fashion designer said “looking back at my life and what God has told me about myself, I was grateful.
She said she had to record it and later sent it to a friend who has been very instrumental in her being a gospel singer.
She said though there were other songs written and recorded, she thought it was prudent to release ‘Thank you’ as the Bible urges believers to give thanks in Psalm 92:1-2: “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name”
The song is available on all digital platforms including Youtube, Spotify, Apple music Deezer and Tidal.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
