Entertainment
King Promise wins Artiste of the Year at GMA-USA
The much anticipated music awards in America came off last Saturday, August 17,at the Grand Resort Hotel in the United States of America.
The night which was fullof energetic performances featured Ghanaian sensations like Diana Hamilton, Ofori Amponsah, Praye (Choirmaster) Kofi Nti, Nana NYC and host of other US-based Ghanaian artistes.
King Promise on the night was crowned Artiste of the Year while Stonebwoy went home with Dancehall Artiste of the Year.
Below are the list of winners for GMA-USA AT 5
GHANA CATEGORIES
Artiste of the Year (GH) – King Promise
Dancehall Artiste of the Year (GH) – Stonebwoy
Gospel Artiste of the Year (GH) – Diana Hamilton
Gospel Song of the Year (GH) – Aseda Naacee
Highlife Song of the Year (GH) – Kwaku Ananse Amerado
Rapper of the Year (GH) – Strongman
New Artiste of the Year (GH) – King Paluta
Collaboration of the Year (GH) – The Band Fra ft Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta-You Dey feel the vibe
Highlife Artiste of the year (GH) – Kofi Kinaata
Songwriter of the year (GH) – Naacee
Hiplife and Hip Hop of the year (GH) – King Paluta
Most Popular Song of the year (GH) – Terminator by King Promise
*USA CATEGORIES*
Emerging Artiste of the year (USA) – Akostik
New Artiste of the year (USA) – Juicee
Most Popular Artiste of the year (USA) – Nana NYC
Gospel Song of the Year (USA) – Pen and Jeff I am Grateful
Gospel Artiste of the Year (USA) – Mz Nana
Best International Act – Samuel Sey
Hiplife and Hip-Hop Song of the year – C Burn – Logoligi
Afro Pop – Afro Beat Artiste of the Year (USA) – Ama Karin
Hiplife – Hip Pop Artiste of the Year (USA) – FNF
Artistes of the Year for The Past 5 Years (USA) – Millicent Yankey
Concert of the Year (USA) – Herty Corgie
Best Collaboration of the Year (USA) – Bazil Lakai
Female Artiste of the year (USA) – Cee Music
Male Artiste of the year (USA) – Nee Ose Adeleke
Highlife Artiste of the Year (USA) – Mr Musik Mensah
Highlife Song of the Year (USA) – Ade3f3 Kwakye – Give Me Chance – Ma me kwan
Music Video of the Year (USA) – Alice KD – Kwana Abue
Best D.J of the Year (USA) – DJ TECH
Producer Sound Engineer of the Year (USA) – Jamin Beats
Best Rapper of the Year (USA) – K Rocks
Afro Pop – Afro Beats Song of the Year (USA) Jay Baba – Money
Female Vocalist of the year – Dr Ama Kutin
Male Vocalist of the year – Ed Agyapong
Entertainment
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.
Entertainment
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
