Ages Africa:The future of African music

Awoonor  W.G Selorm musically known as 'Ages Africa' is an  Afrobeats and Reggae performing artistes who also double as a poet  from Ghana in West Africa.

Ages Africa is a graduate of Ghana Telecom University College with a Bsc degree in telecom engineering. He grew up in a typical African home which has directly impacted on his way of life and the style of composing music and   poetry in that regard.

“Music is a respected discipline and I treat it as such. I’m committed to using music to reach and touch the heart of many people in Africa.

Ages Africa does not only sing but also well at playing some of the musical instruments with special attention on the guitar and piano.

He started music professionally in 2009 and he has successfully compiled his debut. A reggae album, dominantly  “Lover’s rock” which is already doing  well on iTunes and available on other digital download platforms. He is however working on loads of Afrobeats that will subsequently be released for the music lovers out there to enjoy.

The solo singer who is already getting recognition on the Ghanaian music scene with his singles is looking forward working with some of the good musicians on the African continent.

Connect with Ages on the social media.

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Koo Ntakra officially Unveils Art Cover for ‘Akuaba’ Album.

MTN Hitmaker season 2 winner, Koo Ntakra has officially unveiled the art cover for his debut ‘Akuaba(Priceless) album online.

The young rapper and his management under Rackus Production and Bullhaus Entertainment prior to the end of 2014, launched the album to the public but majority of his fans and music lovers across had no idea of what his album cover was, as it was kept until now.

In a short interview with reporters in Swedru, where Koo Ntakra is believed to have recorded with some of the big shots in the industry earlier on this week, the Powase hitmaker said, “my team and I had to wait till now to officially release the cover art for this priceless album, all because as the name tells, we wanted to put out there something which will not only sell Koo Ntakra, but be of a lasting memory to all whenever it is looked at, meaning the wait”.

Ntakra took to his social media pages to announce the release of the album art after almost 3months into it launch, stating, ‘The wait is over! Finally #Akuaba album cover art is here.’ He further went on to thank MTN,proud sponsors of the album, Rackus production & Bullhaus Entertainment as management, his Powase team , the engineers and all his fans for the immense support.

Meanwhile, the Akuaba album is officially online on iTunes and other digital online music shops for purchase.

iTunes link to Akuaba(Priceless) Album;
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Samini on his 6th studio album

After a successful 10-year celebration of his musical career (which had a crowd overflowing 12,000 at Trade Fair in December 2014), Samini is stopping for no red lights at all. He has shifted gears and soaring to a higher level with work on a new album he disclosed via a press release a while ago.

He is back in the studios cooking his 6th studio album titled "BreakingNews". According to the energetic live band stage rocker, the upcoming album "BreakingNews" features a continental and cross-over studio jobs featuring Ice Prince, Phyno, sassy Tiwaa Savage and a lot more 'heavyweight' musicians in Africa and beyond. Producers working on this album, he admitted are Brainy Beatz, JMJ Baby, JR and a lot more. 

Samini stands as the "most decorated" Ghanaian musician who has won several awards, notable among them are MOBO, MAMAs , IRAWMA, Channel O, EME nominee among others - he was the first ever Ghanaian Dancehall & Reggae act to have won such awards years ago, and still very relevant in the industry with many successes. 

He is currently in the USA working with other international engineers (names with-held) - whom he says would be mixing and mastering his works there for a heavier prodution. "After my 5th album #NextPage I've decided to reintroduce myself to the world yet again (especially after the 10-year-milestone). I need to prove a different side of me to the world so I settled on #BreakingNews as the title of the 6th album, which comes with a completely new direction.

 Stronger Management Team too with another office in the USA (as well as the other in Accra, Ghana). I'm putting all the necessary resources to get this album ready by April 2015", Samini explained.

Meanwhile, a new joint called "Hotter Fyah" one of the smashing hit singles off the #BreakingNews album is due for release soon, it was produced and mixed in Jamaica on the "Highlife Riddim."

#TheTakeover: An all female DJs affair this weekend in Accra

With each passing day, more women are picking up mics, or their headphones and getting behind the decks. On the 28th of February 2015, Beat Phreaks are bringing an all-female lineup of DJs and emcees to The Republic.

#TheTakeover is a journey to unearth the best in female talent in an industry that's mostly male dominated. The target is to increase awareness and followership for these acts as well as encourage other females to step up to the challenge of getting behind the decks or picking up the microphone. This is to project a positive image of the craft and blur that distinction between male and female DJs or emcees, as well as encourage other females who have secretly developed an interest in those arts to pursue it.

#TheTakeover is creating that necessary platform where female DJs and emcees as well as spoken word artistes can be heard.  The upcoming edition of the event features 4 DJs ( DJ MJ, DJ Mitchy, DJ Hannah Mac from the UK, and DJ Pam Bam from Berlin) as well as 3 energetic emcees (Mz Fu, Ms B.redd and Solace) who are poised to deliver exciting performances.

#TheTakeover is slated to be a monthly event. Expect a crazy line-up of females at the Republic Bar and Grill in Osu every last Saturday of the month from 8pm till late.

#TheTakeover is more than music, it's a statement! Entry is FREE!

‘Shoki’ singer, Orezi to rock Ghanaians at ‘Back 2 Campus Party’

Foreign Students Association of Ghana (IFSA-GH) in collaboration with All Tertiary Institutions will be presenting ‘Shoki’ singer, Orezi in a show dubbed, ‘Back 2 Campus Party’ at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on Saturday, March 7, 2015 from 10am to 9pm with Ghs30 and Ghs20 bus fee.

In chitchat with the Nigerian ‘Shoki’ singer, Orezi confirmed that he indeed has been billed for the ‘Back 2 Campus Party’; indicating that he will be honouring the event solely because of the enthusiasm Ghanaians have shown him and the massive response to his song;

“I accepted the performance invitation simply because of the mad love Ghanaians are showing me. I see it on social media networks (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) and my Nigerian friends living in Ghana do tell me Ghanaians especially the ‘gehn gehn’ ladies like the ‘gehn gehn’ (--) guy,” he confirmed.

Adding, therefore “I have to come and give them the ‘gehn gehn’ things physically on stage.”

On what fans, patrons and students who will be attending the event should expect; the ‘Shoki’ singer said, “my fans, students and everyone who will be there should expect the new me. It’s a new year and I will be releasing my debut album soon which will represent me and not the same Orezi they know.”

“But, indeed it’s going to be redefined ‘gehn gehn’ master displaying the new me in Ghana at the Back 2 Campus Party a day after Ghana’s 58th Independence celebration,” Orezi declared.  

The ‘Back 2 Campus Party’ also have Ghanaian Afro-beat and Highlife duo, Gallaxy and Bastero.

Speaking to Gallaxy on what patrons should expect, they said; “Gallaxians should come out in their numbers and let’s have a blast on the day.”

‘Back 2 Campus Party’ is a Foreign Students Association of Ghana (IFSA-GH) and All Tertiary Institutions initiative is powered by E-Style Production and supported by Honking Investment, Mr Candy Ghana, Y-FM 107.9, Voltic Mineral Water, Hitz 103.9FM, --- ShowbizGH, and HDMEDIA Tv

The institutions include UG-Legon; UPS; Ghana Technology; GIJ; KAAF; Blue Crest; West End; Jayee; IPMC; SMU; AUCC; Accra Poly; Wisconsin; Regional Maritime; Radford; KNUSTFord; Regent; Islamic; Ashesi; Marshalls; Central; Data Link; Zenith; City Campus; All Nations Kings; Valley View; Garden City; Methodist; CELPS; Pentecost; GCUC; BMFI and AIT.

For inquiries, please call; 0264110110, 0571111111 and 0265605664.

By: Ama Larbie

AIRLLY EVENTZ : #EasterFiesta2015 official launch

#VoltaRegion is preparing to for the biggest Show in the month of April courtesy AIRLLY EVENTS #EasterFiesta2015 .

DATE FOR THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH:1st March,2015.
VENUE: Pledge Beach - Aflao.

Follow your trusted Events & Artistes Promo portal  Showbiz GH for all updates Twitter:@ShowbizG @TeamShowbizGH @EnochShowbiz  Instagram: @ShowbizGH fb: www.facebook.com/ShowbizGHLive

LAUNCH OF SAKORA RECORDS AND A.R.T VOL. 1 BY SEWOR OKUDZETO

Founded in 2014 by music producer and multi-instrumentalist Sewor Okudzeto, Sakora Records is Ghana’s newest and most eclectic label.

The debut album by the founder, A.R.T. Vol 1 (African Relaxation Techniques)
brings together some of Ghana’s finest artists including Yaa PONO, Lady Jay Wah, Kweku Mankind, in an album of
eclectic sounds, fusing together Afrobeat, Neo Soul, Jazz and Afropop for one of the most original sounding albums to come from Ghana.

Sewor’s musical journey began in London's 90’s Acid jazz scene playing lead guitar for several artists and Funk bands whilst touring the UK, Spain, France and Australia.  His recent return to Ghana has culminated in an  exploratory album, fusing local rhythms and flavours with his own unique style of production, playing guitar, piano, bass and synths; whilst programmingand sequencing rhythms and feelings into a new brand type of Afrobeat.

According to Sewor Okudzeto, the main concept behind Sakora Records' first offering is producing music for the mind, and music for the soul.

Music lovers are to expect a mix of Afrobeat, Fusion, Neo Soul and mellow grooves.

A short film of the making of the album will be screened at the launch.

Additionally, Sakora Records is on the hunt for new artists with real talent and the right attitude to move into 2015.

Gallaxy features their loyal fans in a new music video.

Afrobeats and Highlife music group Gallaxy has featured their loyal fans in their upcoming music video 'Ye mame' directed by Xbills Ebenezer.

'Gallaxians' as they are affectionately called were costumed in Harbour City Recordz branded T-shirts and play some specific roles in the video.

Gallaxy subsequently shared a picture on their official Facebook page [ www.facebook.com/GallaxyOfficial]  to express how grateful they were shooting with their loyal fans .. View some of the pictures below ..

'Shoki' hit maker Orezi storms Ghana for Industry night with Ruff & Smooth,Gallaxy,Yaa Pono and others.

Smile Time Africa in collaboration with Amebo Republik Empire presents Industry Night 'Crazy Jeans Edition'

Date:7th March,2015
Venue: Kahuna Night Club
Time: 9pm till you drop
Rate:20Regular |50 VIP

Stars Lined up: Ruff & Smooth,Kese, Gallaxy,Yaa Pono,Orezi,Lady Omz & So so Presidential.

MCs: Smile Baba,Vyperlino,Shilo Versace & Legend.

Djs on Rotation: Dj Jerome,Starga,Scoty & Gunshot.

Stay connected with your trusted Event and artiste promo portal,Showbiz GH for all updates..Follow us on Twitter: @ShowbizG @TeamShowbizGH @EnochShowbiz

We can sell Ghana through our music videos.

"The perception of the western world about Ghana and Africa at large was totally different and negative until some of them started visiting the continent for reality checks.We can sell Ghana through our music videos".These are the words of Ghanaian  music video director Justice Kloutse of HDMedia Ghana.

He stated categorically during an interview with Showbiz GH that,we are killing our own image as a country  with the kind of negativity we do exhibit in our music videos.

He added that music videos are not all about nudity,filty areas,idols and too much visual effects."We have a wonderful natural environment and physical features that we can make good use of  in our videos than always projecting what he describes as inappropriate .

Justice Kloutse urge all video directors to take their time and plan a better production to get a better result.

Connect with Justice Kloutse for all your graphics and video solutions.

Mob: 0247472798
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Twitter: @justicekloutse
Twitter: @HDMediaghana
facebook: Justice Kloutse
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Email: HDMediaghana@gmail.com

Exclusive behind the scenes pictures:Gallaxy 'Ye Mame' video shoot.

Over the weekend,Ghanaian Highlife and Afrobeats music group Gallaxy started shooting the video for their alternative gospel song 'Ye Mame' released somewhere  in 2014

'Ye Mame' produced by Shottoh Blinqx according Gallaxy was a different feeling coupled  an inward inspiration that led to the production the song.

However their management Tema based Harbour City Recordz decided to team up with Ebenezer Xbills and his entire Express Philms  to create good visual  for the song.

Here are some exclusive behind the scenes pictures from the on going video shoot.

Source: Showbiz GH

Elorm Beenie talks maiden authored novel, ‘Love Myelitis’; challenges & publishing

Ghanaian Author and Publicist, Elorm Beenie has released his maiden self-published 332-paged non-fiction love novel titled, ‘Love Myelitis’ which is selling in both hard copies (paper-back quality) and soft copies (Ebook) in international bookstores.

The book published by Partridge Africa, in the USA, seeks to stem the tide of the increasing frustrations among the youths of today and forestall any mishap that might crop up from their actions.

According to the author, “my book is currently being marketed by my publishing company, Partridge Africa worldwide and it would be available in about 50 bookstores of international repute.”

“As at now, ‘Love Myelitis’ has been listed in 34 international bookstores 3 weeks after release and it will be available in 130 international bookstores by the end of March 2015,” he added.
On how to get copies of the ‘Ghana version of Harlequin novels’ to read; Elorm Beenie indicated that all interested person would have to log on to www.bookfinder4u.com and key in the book title, ‘Love Myelitis’ to see the stores selling it and buy from the shops closer to them.

“21 shops online are selling it. The book can also be found on KoboBooks, Scribed, BogPriser (Denmark) and others,” he said. 
Outlining some of the challenges he encountered since it is his first book published; he said, “the major difficulty I encountered when I finally decided to publish my book was the lack of 'modernized' or well-structured book selling hubs here in Ghana that would market the books from here to the international market.”

“And if I had gone the local way, I would really have stressed myself to market my book as our book shops don't even believe in what we write about but rather are interested marketing foreign books and things that don't relate to us and would be quick to say we don't have quality content to stock their shelves.

Another problem was the huge budget I would have to spend to print my books here in Ghana as the amount I used to publish my book outside Ghana (and even have a bigger market, internationally), I would have to spend about 3 or 4 times that budget to publish here in Ghana,” he lamented.

The ‘Love Myelitis’ author indicated that he is inspired by two things; “Everything and nothing” explaining, “Everything inspires me, and nothing inspires me but to categorically state my source of inspiration, I would say it is God, My Mum & Myself.” 

Acknowledgements; the Ghanaian author noted that indeed a tall list of people helped him produce his first book, “can I please mention a few whose names are can aptly remember?

Big thanks to my mum, Vivian Ekuonyo Selase, who has been my biggest motivator on this project; my proof-readers, Peggy Donkor of GTV; Chris Worla Essikpe; Courage Kofi Agboado; and also to Senyo Norbert Ocloo, Goka Nicholas, Aaron Buatsi, Agbesi Mawuli, Gertrude Afealetey, Michael Owusu Yeboah, Natalie Emefa Heymann, EpisodeGH, Senyo Bernard Nyendu, and everyone who directly and indirectly helped me to publish this book.”

Click link to read more about ‘Love Myelitis’ by Elorm Beenie

By: Ama Larbie

Exclusive pictures from Dark Suburb's 'The Awakening Concert'

The Awakening Concert was a night of uncovering mystery; art and alternative music by the first West African alternative rock band, Dark Suburb.

The Concert sought to bring together alternative and rock music lovers, with renowned Ghanaian artistes such as Noella Wiyaala and other brilliant acts.

OPINION: Asantewaa will do better without profane songs like ‘P3ch3m’

…(Squeeze tight) P3ch3m, p3ch3m! I know you love it p3ch3m,
wey I dey feel the p3ch3m mmm mp3ch3m mp3ch3m,

(It’s opened 2x)T3sem t3sem omo fru bra na ma t3semu (You should climb up; I've opened it) 

so me mu ma me nkeka mu mmmm nkekamu nkekamu, (Hold me to scream)
I go wine and go down ey, feeling this song ey

…Go down and watch mi waist shaking that thing you want to taste
No no no no no no no way shuluwa p3ch3m (Agyei, squeeze tight) mmmhmm all day
Stay calm and watch mi waist, shaking that thing you want to taste…

The above italized words are lyrics of a song by Asantewaa of the Breeze group on Vodafone Icons’ Divas Edition titled, ‘P3ch3m’ (a Fante word which means squeeze tight) which was released barely a day ago.
Produced by Danny Beatz, ‘P3ch3m’ is recorded on an African Contemporary/ Afro-Pop rhythm and it sounds nothing like the usual songs including ‘Konko’, ‘Chinin Chiga’ and ‘Me bowo tuo’ the songstress has released .

Displaying versatility on the just-released song; I think that she can do better without going all profane in probably her next songs although profanity is not new to the music world.

Following the generation’s interest in such music kind; the profanity level in the Ghanaian music industry seems to be rather rising, yet since it is the trending course in recent times; the youth thrill and hail to such songs containing profane and vulgar content.

Profanity indeed is nothing new to music enthusiasts when reference are made to the reigning times of Highlife music through to our current generation; and Ace Highlifer, AB Crentsil’s ‘Moses’ cannot be out of the records likewise, Kwabena Kwabena’s ‘Adult music’ which featured Samini.

Deep thoughts into the lyrics of the biblical-based song, ‘Moses’ revealed a clear sense of profanity yet took over the airwaves likewise ‘Adult music’, which took over the airwaves in a grand style; and now Asantewaa’s ‘P3ch3m’.

Kindly share your thoughts on the song below; https://soundcloud.com/asantewaa233/asantewaa-p3ch3m-prod-by-danny-beatz
By: Ama Larbie

OPINION: Asantewaa will do better without profane songs like ‘P3ch3m’

…(Squeeze tight) P3ch3m, p3ch3m! I know you love it p3ch3m,
wey I dey feel the p3ch3m mmm mp3ch3m mp3ch3m,

(It’s opened 2x)T3sem t3sem omo fru bra na ma t3semu (You should climb up; I've opened it) 

so me mu ma me nkeka mu mmmm nkekamu nkekamu, (Hold me to scream)
I go wine and go down ey, feeling this song ey

…Go down and watch mi waist shaking that thing you want to taste
No no no no no no no way shuluwa p3ch3m (Agyei, squeeze tight) mmmhmm all day
Stay calm and watch mi waist, shaking that thing you want to taste…

The above italized words are lyrics of a song by Asantewaa of the Breeze group on Vodafone Icons’ Divas Edition titled, ‘P3ch3m’ (a Fante word which means squeeze tight) which was released barely a day ago.
Produced by Danny Beatz, ‘P3ch3m’ is recorded on an African Contemporary/ Afro-Pop rhythm and it sounds nothing like the usual songs including ‘Konko’, ‘Chinin Chiga’ and ‘Me bowo tuo’ the songstress has released .

Displaying versatility on the just-released song; I think that she can do better without going all profane in probably her next songs although profanity is not new to the music world.

Following the generation’s interest in such music kind; the profanity level in the Ghanaian music industry seems to be rather rising, yet since it is the trending course in recent times; the youth thrill and hail to such songs containing profane and vulgar content.

Profanity indeed is nothing new to music enthusiasts when reference are made to the reigning times of Highlife music through to our current generation; and Ace Highlifer, AB Crentsil’s ‘Moses’ cannot be out of the records likewise, Kwabena Kwabena’s ‘Adult music’ which featured Samini.

Deep thoughts into the lyrics of the biblical-based song, ‘Moses’ revealed a clear sense of profanity yet took over the airwaves likewise ‘Adult music’, which took over the airwaves in a grand style; and now Asantewaa’s ‘P3ch3m’.

Kindly share your thoughts on the song below; https://soundcloud.com/asantewaa233/asantewaa-p3ch3m-prod-by-danny-beatz
By: Ama Larbie

“My daughter, I have made you a professional f**l, says the Lord” – Comedienne

With God having his very own plans for every human; Ghanaian-based Nigerian Comedienne, Jacinta has indicated that although shoe could have been a banker or worked with a corporate establishment, the Lord proclaimed unto her life, “My daughter, I have made you a professional f**l."

According to her, the Lord’s plan for her is way bigger than what she wishes stating, “I don’t know what would have become of me if I had forced my way into becoming the banker or that corporate worker but for His will, here I am enjoying myself.”

“And also, adding more lifespan to people I come into contact with be it during Comedy shows and my everyday life and that is one major reason I look forward to a better and outstanding #GhComedy this year ,” she added.

Apparently a religious person, Jacinta noted that her Comedy life started in church in 2009 which was for mere fun, but “I began to see it as a career as I grew older and exposed more of my comic side wherever I find myself; and that was when I realized making people laugh is the greatest gift one can give to mankind.”

Upon realization, according to her, she started doing a lot more research and getting close to people who were blazing the trail in Nigeria but came to Ghana to pursue both educational and comic career in 2012.

“I was much-determined to carve a niche for myself, not just as a comedienne but also an entertainer; even though I didn't meet an equally buzzing comedy industry in Ghana,” she declared.

With just few women in this male-dominated field, Jacinta indicated, “I don't find the men competitive because everyone is unique in their own different ways as in this field as well as other careers, skill is everything so if a man or woman can do it why not.”

“It’s an equal given,” adding, “my biggest challenge rather is making the average Ghanaian to laugh as sometimes you see the laughter on their faces but they just don't want you to hear it yet I desire to make people happy.”

Born Jacinta Ocansey, she aspires to becoming a world-recognized comedienne and entertainer in few years to come.

Appreciating, “I am grateful to the entire #GhComedy crew, James Brown, David Oscar, DKB, Foster, Khemikals, Ajeezay, and everybody who has made it an effort to support #GhComedy.”

She encouraged Ghanaians to endeavour to attend ABBA Investments’ 2015 F14 Concert which she has been billed to perform along with Amakye Dede, R2Bees, Criss Waddle, DKB, Abenkwaen, Nana Quame, a few to mention at the Accra International Conference on February 14.

Story: Ama Larbie

Meet Asantewaa of the Breeze group on Vodafone Icons’ Divas Edition

Participating in Vodafone Icons’ Divas Edition with the 3-member group, Breeze, Asantewaa believes a good album should have a touch of most genres.

According to her, “the kind of music people listen depends on their mood and basically, that is I have always seeked to satisfy their soul with my music.”

Although she is more of the Soul music genre; Asantewaa does not sideline other music genres, but rather displays her versatility especially on Afro-pop/Dancehall rhythms.

With the strong passion for music, she released 2-singles titled ‘Konko’ and ‘Chinin Chiga’ produced by Sammie Blacc and J-Bux respectively last year.

The song ‘Konko’ focuses on a heart break experience and has being on the digital radio stations since its release. As at January 3, 2015, ‘Konko’ was number 8 on the Top 50 R&B Digital Radio Tracker Chart and number 15 on Independent Chart.

‘Chinin Chiga’ video has also earned massive air play on TV stations like 4Syte, UTV, GHOne, Adom TV and Cine Afrik.

She has performed on couple of shows in Ghana and beyond including the Urban 233 Tour; Glitz Africa Fashion Week (August 2012), Miss Earth (2012) and several others.

Born Anita Siaw Bamfo, she won the hearts of the judges during the Divas Edition of Vodafone Icons, and was called out of her group which was evicted to perform with Stephanie Benson at the Finals.

After which she debuted ‘Mebo Mehu Tuo’.

Listen to Asantewaa’s ‘Konko’ and ‘Chinin Chiga’ below;

Konko:

https://soundcloud.com/asantewaa233/asantewaa-konko-prod-by-sammie-blacc-new

Chinin Chiga:

https://soundcloud.com/asantewaa233/asantewaa-chinin-chiga-prod-by-jbux

Source: AmaLarbieAfrica.com