Entertainment
Zekay takes urban music to the next level
A Takoradi-based artiste, Isaac Affum, popularly known in showbiz as Zekay has promised to add a new twist to spice up urban music in Ghana.
He told The Spectator that, Ghana has produced manymusic talents over the past 100 years, and he is the latest addition to such legends.
He promised all music enthusiasts of mind-blowing sounds in his urban music because his style of music was a real definition of entertainment.
He indicated that, his two singles produced so far were currently enjoying airplay on both radio and television stations in Ghana, Nigeria UK, and the USA among others.
His singles include, ‘Single One’ being his first track and ‘EdaOdoBeba’, the second track, and told fans to wait for a thrilling video.
Zekaysaid that he would launch his first album in August this year.
He is married with two children. He comes from SefwiBodi in the Western North Region of Ghana.
By Alfred Nii Arday Ankrah
Entertainment
Stonebwoy endorses Aklerh as one of Ghana’s rising dancehall artiste
After an incredible win as Female Dancehall Artiste of the Year at the Ghana Reggae Dancehall Awards last year, emerging artiste Aklerh has earned yet another major achievement: an endorsement from none other than international reggae-dancehall star Stonebwoy.
In an interview with OkayAfrica Channel, Stonebwoy praised Aklerh for her undeniable talent, calling her “an act to watch” in the Ghanaian music scene.
The endorsement follows Aklerh’s breakthrough victory at the maiden edition of the Ghana Reggae Dancehall Awards, where she was celebrated for her contributions to the genre.
Aklerh’s recent success, along with this high-profile endorsement, signals a bright future for the dynamic artiste, who continues to impress audiences with her powerful vocals and bold performances.
Her excitement about these achievements is palpable, “Winning the award was huge for me, but hearing Stonebwoy recognize my work? That’s next level. I’m ready to keep making Ghana proud!.”
As Ghana’s music industry continues to evolve, Aklerh is cementing her place as a leader of the new wave of dancehall artists, and all eyes are now on her next move.
She currently has an EP dubbed Dancehall Queen out on all streaming platforms in addition to a number of singles.
Entertainment
4th edition of Western Gospel Awards slated for Nov. 10
Prolific GH, organizers of the Western Gospel Awards have announced the 4th edition of Western Gospel Awards (WGA 24) will come off on Sunday November 10, 2024 at the Word of Life Assemblies of God Church at Anaji in Takoradi.
Awarding Gospel Artistes of Western Region descent, the awards aim to reward talents who are propagating the gospel to Showcase the best in music and amplify the voices of artists creating an inclusive and unforgettable experience of God through music in 24 categories.
Organizers revealed, “Through this event, we aspire to achieve the vision of building a massive social – spiritual movement and community for all people across the country and beyond using music to inspire personal conversions, communal cohesion, social justice, and cultural renewal in the Western, Western north region and the world to ultimately make a positive difference”.
The Western Gospel Awards is designed to Recognize, Appreciate, Celebrate and Honor Creativity, and Ingenuity in Gospel Music. In the long run, we aspire to foster quality works from these Artistes through the awards system and event” the Organizers added.
This year’s event sees performances by Legendary Rev. Yawson and Tagoe Sisters, also on bill we have Team Eternity, Kofi Kari-Kari, SK Frimpong, Lady Joy, Ruger Quarm, Lordable Holm, Shedrack Tronu. amongst others.
The Blue carpet starts at 4 pm and the main event slated for 6pm. The awards ceremony will be hosted by celebrated media personality Nana Quasi – Wusu (PM), with Akousa Tilly and youth empowerment activist Nana Ama Divine as hostesses for the Blue carpet.
The 4TH edition of the Western Gospel Awards will be aired live on selected radio stations in Western Region, social media platforms of WGA, as well as some selected TV stations.
Western Gospel Awards is supported by GNPC Foundation, Axcomot Mother Care, Raybow International Hotel, Virtual Sound Lab, Justmax Travels, Bragha, Apartments and Eat Me Kitchen.
Western Gospel Awards reaffirms its commitment to promoting gospel music, declaring, “Gospel music is Jesus!!!”
