Entertainment
Daniel The Singing Prophet unveils ‘Di Yen Anim’ album
Ghanaian gospel musician, Daniel Asamoah, known in showbiz as Daniel The Singing Prophet has unveiled a five-track album.
The album, ‘Di Yen Nim’
was recently launched at the Christ Apostolic Church International in Accra.
The launch had support from some industry greats such as Nhyira Betty, Great Ampong, Nicholas Omane Acheampong, and Okomfo Kologe among others.
Daniel The Singing Prophet whose insurgence onto the music space spans some 13 years ago mesmerised patrons with electrifying performances as he dazzled the gathering with some of the songs from the album
Dubbed “Di Yen Anim” the album is made up of songs like Seek Yee, Oreba, B3 S) Me Hw3, Abide In Me, and Press On.
Touching on the message, he said “The message, we are telling the whole world especially Ghanaians is that we need God in this end-time with ‘Di Yen Anim’ as guidance to do whatever we want to do in our real life situations we need God because with God all things are possible as the scripture says.”
“At the end of the day, I want everyone to relate the message to his life to understand that we don’t need to serve anyone apart from the Almighty God,” he stated.
Recounting how he received the message for the album, Daniel The Singing Prophet said “it was delivered to me by God through one of my dreams during my stay at Techiman in the Bono East, but I did not pay attention to it however the same message reoccurred in my dreams, this time around I heard a voice singing the track, so I realized that it wasn’t an ordinary message. Upon waking up I picked my phone and recorded.”
Against this backdrop, he revealed that his friends encouraged him, and mobilised resources for production and the subsequent launch.
He was optimistic that music lovers would stream the album and have an encounter with God.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Aku Favor shares inspiration behind new song ‘Celebrate’
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Ghanaian gospel singer Aku Favor has shared the story behind her new song, “Celebrate.”
The song was released on September 5, 2024 on all the various music streaming platforms.
In an interview with The Spectator Agoro, she explained that the song comes from her deep desire to praise and worship God continuously.
“I have always wanted to connect with God in a deeper way. This song is my way of showing that desire, to give God the constant praise and worship He deserves.” Aku Favor explained.
Aku Favor is known for praising and worshiping God wherever she is, whether in the kitchen or the bathroom; she always finds a way to lift God’s name. She shared that she got some of the lyrics for ‘Celebrate’ while taking her bath; receiving biblical inspiration while reading the Bible, specifically Psalm 150:6.
She said that with God’s guidance, she has created a beautiful song in English, Twi, and Ewe.
Her journey in gospel music has always been driven by her passion for worship, and this new song is no different. Fans are excited to hear the release and experience the spiritual depth and dedication that she puts into her music.
As gospel music continues to grow, artistes like her are making a strong impact by creating songs that are more than just entertainment; they are tools for worship and spiritual connection.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Contenders for 8th GMA-UK unveiled
Nominations for this year’s Ghana Music Awards-UK have been unveiled with some surprises and keen competition.
The event held last Thursday at Yaya La Parisienne, Labone in Accra, brought together some musicians and industry players.
Powered by Alordia Productions, the Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK 2024 will be held on Saturday, October 19, at the Grand Sapphire Hotel, Croydon, London.
Speaking at the event, the Coordinator for GMA-UK, Ernest Kwesi, expressed his appreciation to all stakeholders for their support.
According to him, GMA-UK will continue to create a platform to promote Ghanaian artistes and their music to the world.
He encouraged music lovers and fans to vote for their favourite nominees in each category from now till the main event.
Interestingly, Black Sherif, King Promise, Kuami Eugene, Nacee, Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale and Amerado will wrestle each other for the coveted ‘Artiste Of The Year crown whiles Seven KiZs, Kasar, Lali x Lola, Keeny Ice, Kwesi Amewuga, Alaptawan
Safo Newman, Beeztrap KOTM, Fad Lan Kwekus and Kofi Badd contest for the Uncovered Artiste of the Year award.
Another keen battle will be the Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year, where Stonebwoy
Shatta Wale and Samini will feature.
Best Gospel of the Year Artiste category will see Diana Hamilton, Joe Mettle, Joyce Blessing and others compete for the ultimate.
There are categories like Hip Hop Artiste of the Year, Hip Hop Song of the Year, Highlife Artiste of the Year, Best Rapper of the Year, Best Collaboration and Most Popular song of the year among others up for grabs.
