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Spotify announces Ayra Starr as next RADAR Global Artiste
• Ayra Starr
Spotify has announced Ayra Starr as the latest RADAR Global artiste.The rising star, born and raised in Nigeria is the newest addition to Spotify’s marquee global emerging artiste programme.
RADAR is Spotify’s programme created to spotlight up-and-coming music talent giving them an opportunity to broaden their fanbase and supporting them in their path to superstardom.
Ayra Starr joins artistes including The Kid LAROI, Nathy Peluso, Boza, Griff, and more than 500 others who have joined the programme since its inception in 2020.
As the next big step for the burgeoning singer, Spotify’s support of Starr runs deep from being tapped as Spotify’s EQUAL Artiste of the Month in November 2021.
Through the programme, Ayra Starr will be featured on the RADAR Global playlist as well as release special content on Spotify, including a mini-documentary and social content.
The mini-documentary, which takes place in Ayra’s hometown, Cotonou, Benin, gives fans special insight into the rising star as she chronicles her beginnings and more.
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Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale
Afro-highlife musician, Kay9ice, known in private life as Philip Kay Kissi has publicly apologised to award-winning dancehall musician Shatta Wale and the Shatta Movement following his controversial remarks about his song.
Kay9ice made the comments about Shatta Wale’s song on Adom TV’s Showtime programme with Sally Mann.
Kay9ice believes the comments passed did not sit well with the Shatta Movement.
Against this backdrop, in a recent interview on Wontumi TV, Kay9ice expressed regret for his statements, clarifying that he never intended to disrespect Shatta Wale.
“I would like to use this opportunity to apologise to all S.M fans, I might have made some comments which I never intended for it to sound wrong to the fans, I have no intention of disrespecting such an icon,” Kay9ice added.
Kay9ice is currently promoting his latest release dubbed “Pema”, which is making waves since the release.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Von Sinu releases debut single ‘Thank You’
Von Sinu, an upcoming gospel musician, has released her debut single titled ‘Thank You’ which is gaining popularity on the airwaves and streaming platforms.
‘Thank you’ seeks to appreciate God for his goodness and faithfulness in her life.
In an interview with The Spectator in Accra, Von, who is also a fashion designer said “looking back at my life and what God has told me about myself, I was grateful.
She said she had to record it and later sent it to a friend who has been very instrumental in her being a gospel singer.
She said though there were other songs written and recorded, she thought it was prudent to release ‘Thank you’ as the Bible urges believers to give thanks in Psalm 92:1-2: “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name”
The song is available on all digital platforms including Youtube, Spotify, Apple music Deezer and Tidal.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
