By Peterking Quaye- One of Ghana’s VIP, 4×4, D-Black, Sarkodie, Jay Ghartey were among the winners for the 4syte TV Music Video Awards 2010. Iwan, Mimi, VIP, FOI, Mzbel, 5Five, Mzbel, and 4×4 were amongst the performers. 4X4 , response to help the Ghanaian music industry is been felt in all spheres of the industry , 4×4 made up of Captain Planet and Abortion and newly added Fresh Prince . Captain Planet’s real name is Sylvanus Dodji Jeoffrey. Abortion was christened Raphael Edem Avornyo. The 4×4 crew was first made up of these two and Ronnie Coches and Bright Bling... Continue Reading
By Novell Zwange – JOHANNESBURG – Dr Carlos Moore yesterday launched the Cassava Republic’s new version of his book, “Fela: This Bitch of a Life” which was first published in 1982. The new version which was launched last night at OST in Johannesburg, includes remarkable never-before-seen content including a Preface by renowned Brazilian musician and statesman Gilberto Gil, a Prologue by Fela’s friend Lindsay Barrett, an introduction and a moving epilogue by Carlos Moore written specially for this edition. It also includes the two part magnificently illustrated Afa Ojo sections, which delve into the mystical aspects of Fela’s character. The... Continue Reading
By Peterking Quaye – Vodafone Ghana, a leading telecommunication provider on Wednesday launched a ground breaking reality show in the quest to discover, groom and showcase Africa’s first super girl-group. ICONS ,is a reality show targeting females and to empower them to live their dream in a heavily male dominated music scene in Ghana as a result of varying reasons .It seen as very difficult for females in the music industry to break through these days because they are not given the focus that is needed ,to develop their careers .ICONS-Divas Edition is in a quest to discover ,groom and... Continue Reading
By Novell Zwange – Here is a multi-talented young man who has more than paid his dues to achieve his status that he so deserves. Olufemi is one of the finest, amazing saxophonist who is ready to make Africa proud by combining west African flavour with the Southern African flavour, creating his own unique style which he calls Afro-South West Fusion. Olufemi is currently based in Johannesburg, South Africa where he performs with his band. Acknowledging music as a life-giver i.e food for the soul, Olufemi concluded saying “MUSIC IS LIFE”. It all started when he was a kid, he... Continue Reading
By Peterking Quaye – THE PREMIERE of ‘Sinking Sand’ will not follow the usual trend of movie premieres in Ghana and some parts of the world, according to director Leila Djansi. She said in an exclusive interview at the movie’s press launch last Friday at the Golden Tulip Hotel that her production team will be organizing a three-day film festival to outdoor the movie. As part of the event, the main premiere, which is scheduled for the National Theatre on November 13, will be heralded with other activities including seminars. On Thursday, November 11, there will be a workshop to... Continue Reading
