Entertainment
Magic Rocker set to release three new singles
This year, three new tracks by Ghanaian disc jockey (DJ) and performer Richard Essien better known on stage as Magic Rocker will be released in Ghana.
His previous smash singles “Baby U Are Hot” and “Talk Dirty,” which were released last month, are followed by the three new hits ‘Who Are You, No More War, and Lion King.’
The three mid tempo tracks with danceable beats suitable for any social gathering, according to the Ghanaian singer and songwriter, feature real African rhythms and seductive vocals that will have listeners listening to the songs repeatedly.
He recently revealed that his music career is not based on awards and honours.
His ability to effortlessly combine the moods of highlife and afro rhythm with accessible words in his music has won him followers all over the world.
The ferocious anthem “Who Are You” highlights Magic Rocker’s formidable presence. The songs for Gavali Music were produced by renowned beat producers Magic Rocker, Mr. Sarge, King Jay, and Kofi.
The song is the ideal fusion of intense rhythms and captivating melody.
This song, ‘No More War’, explores the desires and hardships related to the need for independence.
His flexibility as an artiste is demonstrated by his ability to address a wide range of topics through his music, from socio-economic realities to empowerment.
‘Who Are You’ and ‘Lion King’ both demonstrate his dedication to maintaining his artistic integrity while pursuing new artistic frontiers.
Magic Rocker has once again shown that he is a force to reckon with.
According to him, “I have a lot of unreleased music, but I decided that at this stage of my career, it will be appropriate to release these two singles to fan the flames I started earlier in the year,” Magic Rocker said.
Magic Rocker, whose songs are well-known in a number of countries, including Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire, and the United States of America (USA), stated that music has not turned out the way he had hoped and that he wants to utilise it to elevate Ghana’s profile abroad.
After listening to the tracks, many disc jockeys (DJs) already think that the songs will become hits in the music industry and could even win awards in the following year with the right
promotional approach.
Entertainment
Redeemed Baptist Church congratulates trio
Three members of the Redeemed Baptist Church in Ogbojo – Emerita Professor Elizabeth Ardayfio-Schandorf, Mrs Florence Mangwe Hutchful and Mrs Comfort Owusu, were among 22 award recipients for their exceptional contribution to national development at the 10th Ghana Women of Excellence Awards ceremony held in Accra.
The trio were recognised for their exceptional performances in their respective field of endeavours.
Emerita Ardayfio-Schandorf is a seasoned geographer and Chairperson of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Mrs Hutchful comes in as the first President of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana and Mrs Owusu as the Executive Director of the Association of Rural Banks (ARB) Ghana.
The awards, held on the eve of the International Women’s Day, is a component of Ghana’s observation of the Day which was under the theme ‘Empowering the Ghanaian woman for National Development.”
The clergy and congregation of the Redeemed Baptist Church says Ayekoo to the award winners.
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TGMA unveils nominees for 26th edition
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) have unveiled nominations for the 26th edition of the awards.
A ceremony to unveil the awards held last Saturday at the Grand Arena was filled with shocks, surprises, and excitement.
The ultimate category, Artiste of the Year will see, Kweku Smoke, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, King Promise, Black Sherif, King Paluta and reigning champion, Stonebwoy.
King Paluta, King Promise and Stonebwoy
Best New Artiste of the Year, a key category for the emerging talents to make a mark will feature Lali X Lola, Arathejay, Rap Fada, Beeztrap KOTM, and Kwesi Amewugah.
Lovers of gospel music will have a tough time choosing Empress Gifty, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, Piesie Esther, Diana Hamilton or MOG Music as the Gospel Artiste of the Year.
Medikal, Sarkodie, King Paluta, Black Sherif, Kweku Smoke, Beeztrap and Amerado will battle it out for the Best Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste of the Year crown.
A category which would generate controversy is the Best Rap Performance with a fierce contest between Sarkodie, Okyeame Kwame, Eno Barony, Lyrical Joe, Flowking Stone and Kweku Smoke.
There are other interesting categories like Highlife Song of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song, Male and Female Vocalists of the Year among others up for grabs for the 26th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The reigning Artiste of the Year, Stonebwoy was nominated in the same category again in addition to Album/EP of the Year – “Up and Running”, Best Reggae/Dancehall Song – “Psalm 23”, Best Music Video – “Jejereje”, Best Reggae Dancehall Artiste, International Collaboration of the Year – “Ekelebe” featuring OdumoduBlvck, “Jiggle And Whine” featuring Spice, and Most Popular Song – “Jejereje”.
This year’s edition of Ghana’s biggest music night comes off on May 3, 2025, at the Accra International
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
