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Praise Bonney releases much anticipated soul inspiring Bongo Praise Medley
Antwi Boadi Bonney
Gospel praise and worship leader Antwi Boadu Bonney, with the stage name Praise Bonney is out with a new powerful praise medley titled ‘Our Glorious King Bongo Praise’.
The medley is a compilation of several varieties of touching gospel tunes from the oldies fused together into a ‘Bongo’ Rhythm.
Gospel singer Praise Bonney is one of the few uprising artistes based in Kumasi noted for organising spirit-filled worship services and live recording sessions.
In an exclusive interview with The Spectator Gh, he stated that the Inspiration behind his ministry and songs is that, growing up in the Lord, he realised that the focus and pivotal point of his life in Christ centered on a strong passion for lost souls and drawing many to the fountain of life which is Jesus Christ.
“My ministry and songs are inspired by how Christ left all His glory in heaven just to die this shameful death in my place.
And also, I really acknowledge the Holy Spirit Who makes it so easy and possible for us to access the presence of God at a click”, he said. On February 6, the minister released his first single titled ‘Wait on you’ which was recorded live at his annual live recording concert, Closer and Deeper Experience 2021.
Praise Bonney is currently out with the Bongo Praise and it’s now on YouTube and all other various digital music platforms. The medley was compiled by Praise Bonney, produced by Manu Kofi Frimpong , mixed and mastered by Dave Jazzi and was recorded live by popular sound engineer Moses Kofi Salami in Kumasi.
The lists of other musicians who also contributed to the successful production of the song includes Ablade Steven, Collins Ampofo, Emmanuel Nyame, Jesse Kwaku Boateng, Kwabena Owusu and Evans Onero.
The official live music video was directed and produced by Swag X Society.
By Sampson Kofi Agyekum
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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
