Entertainment
Busy Signal teams up with Dynamq for new Reggae song “In Every Country”
Reggae superstar, Busy Signal, drops his new single “In Every Country” on the Dub Style Riddim.
His version was released as a single off the Riddim Album (Dub Style Riddim), on October 4.
In a conversation with Dynamq, he hints the full riddim album which features other artistes will be released at the end of October 2024.
“Dub Style Riddim” was Produced by Dynamq for River Nile Entertainment and distributed by Tuff Gong International.
This makes it the very first time Busy Signal is jumping on a Riddim Album project produced by an African Music Producer.
LISTEN: Busy Signal – In Every Corner (Dub Style Riddim)
About Dynamq:
Dynamq, a global entertainer and former refugee from South Sudan, is a renowned reggae and sound clash performer with a rich history of charity work across South Sudan, Haiti, Kenya, and Uganda.
He’s a producer for international artists like Busy Signal, Mr. Vegas, and Big Mountain, and one of the first South Sudanese artists to reach a million views on multiple YouTube videos.
His hit “Remember Those Days in Nairobi” is the most played reggae song in East and Central Africa. Dynamq’s dominance in Sound System culture includes winning the Global Sound Clash at Reggae Sumfest and Sound Clash At Sea on the Welcome To Jamrock Cruise.
He has performed worldwide, from Groovin’ In The Park in NYC to Rebel Salute in Jamaica and Rototom in Spain. He also collaborated with MTN for the theme song “Rise Up” in support of South Sudan’s first entry into the 2023 Basketball World Cup.
Now a music producer aiming to dominate the reggae industry in Africa, Dynamq continues to make a lasting impact with his journey from refugee to champion.
Listen to the song on Spotify (Embedded Link):
https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/6XI7pBBwl3i11kWQCTjS8z?
Entertainment
Nineteen57 Events announces Black Stars Legacy Awards
Nineteen57 Events has announced the launch of an event aimed at celebrating Ghanaian, African, and diaspora achievements.
The event is a prestigious platform dedicated to honouring exceptional individuals and organizations contributing to the growth and success of the Ghanaian society, the African continent, and the African diaspora.
Since its inception as part of Rhythms on the Runway in 2019 during Ghana’s historic Year of Return celebration, the Black Star Legacy Awards has recognized remarkable achievements in creative arts, culture, and beyond.
It has always been a component of ‘Rhythms On Da Runway,’ however, the organisers have decided to stage it as an independent event this year.
This shift allows for an expanded focus, honouring excellence across various fields, including business, leadership, innovation, science, and humanitarian efforts.
This bold move aligns with the awards’ mission of celebrating the spirit of achievement and innovation that defines Ghana and connects it to the broader Pan-African and global community.
While specific event details, including categories and selection criteria, are still being finalised, the Black Star Legacy Awards promises to be an unforgettable experience that highlights the very best of Ghana, Africa, and the diaspora.
Esteemed icons from Ghana, Africa and the African Diay such as Obrafour, Ricci Osei, Hon. Lisa Hanna, Reggie Rockstone, Queen Asabea Cropper, Nene Agyemang, Agya Koo Nimo, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, Morgan Heritage, Stonebwoy, and Richard Mofe Damijo have been among the honorees, setting the stage for what has become a highly anticipated annual celebration of excellence.
Entertainment
Zhikay Junior launches ‘The mind shift campaign’
Ghanaian award winning gospel blogger Isaac Nartey, popularly known as Zhikay Ike Junior, and his team have launched a campaign at Sap’s School in Teshie-Nungua, located in the Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra region.
Themed ‘The mind shift campaign’, it was aimed to touch the lives of students by educating them on the use of social media and how it can impact lives.
Isaac Nartey, told The Spectator that the purpose of the campaign was to orient students in Ghana about social media and its impact.
Sharing photos from the campaign on Facebook, Zhikay also emphasised the importance of listening to children’s concerns, which include mental health, emotions, and societal acceptance.
“We must not consider children as just minors, they have genuine concerns that revolve around mental health, emotions, societal acceptance and others. We must create avenues for their voice to be heard,” He explained
The campaign included education, games, and entertainment. Some students received customized ‘Zhikay’ items as rewards for their hard work.
This initiative seems to be made a positive impact on the students.
‘The school tour will delve into the overview of social media and how it can be used to impact society positively,’ he added
Zhikay embarked on the tour with popular Ghanaian content creators such as “Freedom Official” and “Quecy Official.” Together, they created an educational and engaging atmosphere for the students.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
