Dr Likee has openly expressed his heartfelt appreciation towards Asamoah Gyan for his invaluable support during the early stages of his YouTube skit making which ultimately propelled him to his current level of success.
During an interview with Zionfelix, Ras Nene gratefully acknowledged Asamoah Gyan’s significant contributions and credited him for playing a vital role in his journey.
Ras Nene emphasized Gyan’s commendable efforts and expressed his desire to show his gratitude to the football star for the tremendous impact he has had on his career.
“I want to appreciate Asamoah Gyan, that man has helped me a lot. I am talking about those who helped me when I started my movie skits and people who lifted me to this level, Asamoah Gyan is one of those people. He has done so well,” he said.
According to Ras NeNe, he used Asamoah Gyan’s name for a skit, and when Asamoah Gyan heard about it, he shared the video on his platform and gave him money to push him.
“I used his name to shoot a skit, look at someone of his calibre and use his name like that. When he heard about it, he didn’t get angry, and he posted it on his platform. Later he said Nene meet me, I am in Accra, and he gave me money,” he added.
Ras NeNe disclosed that Asamoah Gyan did a great deal for him and wants everyone to help him thank him for helping him gain more followers and support him financially.
“That man has done so much for me, and I employ the whole world to appreciate him for me. After he shared my video, his followers followed me, and whenever I shot a video, he kept posting my videos and will call me to give me money,” he shared.
In addition, Asamoah Gyan gave him money to buy his camera, which he still uses today and has used to reveal many talents.
“Some of the money he gave me is what I used in buying my camera which I still use today and through that camera, it has unveiled a lot of talents,” he revealed.
Veteran Highlife musician Akosua Adjepong has urged the office of the Attorney General to take action and shut down the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) due to alleged illegal operations by the interim management committee.
In her interview with Graphic Showbiz on Tuesday, May 23, Akosua Adjepong highlighted that the interim management committee, led by Chairman Rex Omar, was functioning unlawfully as their authority lacked legal backing.
She emphasized that GHAMRO’s license had not been renewed by the office of the Attorney General, rendering those in charge unauthorized to run the organization.
Akosua Adjepong’s call for the closure of GHAMRO is based on the contention that the interim management committee’s actions are in violation of the law.
“The good office of the Attorney General hasn’t renewed GHAMRO’s licence due to court issues. Some of our people actually took the interim management committee to court and the judge asked them to step down for new elections to be held“
But before that, a Mediation Board led by Madam Esi Sutherland-Addy was instituted and they asked us to do three things—amend our constitution, conduct an audit of our accounts and hold elections.
“However, as of this time, no elections have been held and we have Rex Omar and his team still manning affairs without any legal mandate. My argument is that the Interim Management or board’s licence was not renewed because we didn’t fulfil all the three requirements by the Mediation Board,” she said.
Akosua Adjepong told Graphic Showbiz that it was very disappointing for her critics to reduce her present positioning to a hate campaign against Rex Omar when she was only seeking for the right things to be done.
Although GHAMRO is a collective management organisation (CMO) and not a welfare group, it is mandated by its constitution to allocate 10 per cent of the money received as royalties to cater for the welfare of musicians. When I talk, people think that I’m just making empty claims and unfounded allegations but they don’t know that I’m taking my information from GHAMRO’s 2021 annual report sent to members.
“At the moment, it is required that GHAMRO uses 10 per cent of its money received as royalties for the welfare of musicians. From the 2021 report, those who are managing the fund are paid GH₵72,000 annually; yet, members in dire need don’t get assistance.
“That is not all. The same report mentioned that the interim management committee used GH₵132,000 for refreshment and sitting allowances. The committee sits four times a year.
“The report also showed that they buy new cars and computers every year. But what really intrigues me the most is that those who collect the royalties (spinners) are paid a whopping GH₵433,000 yearly. How much is the musician who is the creator of the content even paid?” she asked.
According to Akosua Adjepong, even though membership of GHAMRO was said to be 4000, there was no official list making it difficult to tell if legitimate members received their royalties.
“They claim that musicians are 4000 and I’ve asked them to get an official list of members so that we know who is receiving royalties. I’m bringing this out because I met Ambolley at a programme recently and he mentioned that he didn’t receive the last payment that came in December last year.
“Also, per the Legislative Instrument (LI), whatever money is collected, members need to know, as well as what is due us. Part of the LI says that musicians need to be paid every six months but since 2015 till date, GHAMRO does what it wants. Honestly, we don’t know the money that they share,” she added.
During an interview with Amansan Krakye on Cape Coast-based Property FM, Kofi Kinaata revealed that he has not yet decided on a specific timeframe for his marriage.
When asked about his plans for marriage, he responded, “Is marriage about fixing a date when it should definitely happen? I don’t think so at all.”
Kofi Kinaata believes that marriage should be approached without the pressure of adhering to predefined timelines.
DJ Azonto, a Ghanaian DJ turned musician, has defended his choice of clothing, stating that despite facing criticism, it is what enables him to earn a living.
After gaining widespread attention with his hit single “Fa no Fom,” DJ Azonto’s decision to dress in female fashion has become a never-ending hot topic on social media.
Despite the backlash he has received for his unconventional attire, DJ Azonto has boldly announced in a recent interview with Graphic Showbiz that he has no intentions of changing his style anytime soon, as it is his primary source of income.
During the interview, he acknowledged that while many may not agree with his fashion choices, he remains unapologetic, recognizing that it is what puts food on his table and sustains his career.
“As an adult who is a husband and father of three kids, I know the merits and demerits of what I am doing, I can distinguish what is bad from good, so there is no cause for alarm,” he said.
DJ Azonto added that his family are not enthused about his fashion choices either, but he isn’t fazed because he feeds them through the image he has created in showbiz.
“On Mother’s day for instance, I went to my home town to see my mother and she said the only thing she would want me to do for her is to stop wearing female clothings. She also added that even if I don’t want to stop, I should stop using handbags and wearing heels.
“I responded that if she wants to enjoy life by being well catered for, then I have to keep working and this is all part of it.
“I used to wear a brassiere but I stopped, the truth is that my entire family including my wife are not happy with the things I wear but they want money and this brings money,” DJ Azonto said.
Fella Makafui has confidently asserted that GHC 50,000 is an insignificant amount for her and she could easily give it away without hesitation during an interview with Zionfelix.
The conversation revolved around Fella’s recent revelation about a former employee who allegedly disappeared with precisely GHC 50,000.
While sharing her emotional response, she clarified that her outburst was not primarily focused on the stolen money itself.
Instead, Fella’s anguish stemmed from the hurt caused by someone she had shown exceptional kindness to.
She had never anticipated such betrayal from an employee whom she had treated well.
Although she vented her frustrations due to the pain caused, she acknowledged that money is merely a material possession and she could effortlessly part with it for anyone deserving.
“The reason why I was venting was not even about the fact that she stole the money. It was about the fact that na me y3 no papa paa [I was good to her]. Like I was so good to her, so coming from someone like her, I was just hurt. I did not expect an employee that was so good to hurt you like that. I was venting out of pain but at the end of the day, it’s money. That money, I could dash it to anyone,”she said.
Zion Felix, surprised by her candid admission, probes further into her ability to part with such a substantial amount.
Fella confidently responds by highlighting that she has employees who receive significant payments.
To her, GHC 50,000 is not a sum to give away lightly. She believes that if one is blessed and financially capable, one can choose to be generous with their resources.
Fella’s comment was a response to a question posed by the blogger regarding her recent claim of an employee swindling her out of GHC 50,000, which she revealed on her Twitter page.
She provided additional insights into the situation, mentioning that the employee in question has been arrested.
Choplife Soundsystem, the Afrodance music partnership comprising of DJ Edu & Mr Eazi have released their debut project titled ‘Choplife Vol1 – Mzansi Chronicles’ under Choplife Limited/emPawa Africa today.
On this first installation of the Choplife music series, Choplife Soundsystem goes between Capetown and Johannesburg, South Africa (where the songs were recorded in 2022 and 2023) tapping in with some of the region’s most exciting talents. The 14-track mixtape takes listeners deep into the South African club scene that is currently producing some of the world’s most thrilling music, with appearances from featured artists including Focalistic & Anaati on By Force, Ami Faku,Moonchild Sanelly, Major League DJs, Mellow and Sleazy, Nkosazana Daughter, 2woshort and Stompiiey, Mo-T and Aymos on Ziwa La.
Choplife Vol. 1: Mzansi Chronicles is also a formal introduction to Choplife Soundsystem, which takes its name from West African pidgin slang meaning “enjoy life.” Choplife Soundsystem is focused on music that sparks feelings of happiness, wellness and enjoyment — and promotes positive, carefree vibes through music and events. “This is not just a side project, this is a serious project,”Mr Eazi says.
Production on Chop Life, Vol. 1: Mzansi Chronicles is handled largely by Mozambique’s DJ Tárico (known for “Yaba Buluku,” his 2021 smash featuring Burna Boy) with additional contributions from South African beatmakers Mellow & Sleazy, Ghetto Boy, Milan Rendall, LuuDaDeejay, Soul Jam and Mathondos, as well as Type A from Nigeria.
“Wena,” the project’s lead single, features the intoxicating vocals of singer Ami Faku, one of South Africa’s most streamed artists. Dueting with Mr Eazi in her native Xhosa, she unfolds a story of would-be lovers who never quite consummate their connection, a tragedy that can only be resolved in the glow of the dancefloor. Nkosazana Daughter, one of South Africa’s most exciting and unique new voices, adds her rich, dulcet tones to “Die For You” and “Indaba,” giving these songs an almost otherworldly feel. Rappers 2woshort and Stompiiey bring their endless swag to “Big Boy” and “No Condom.” “Tear Chain” and the Focalistic-assisted “By Force” are big-room anthems and personal manifestos that find Mr Eazi boldly expressing his agenda for 2023 and beyond.
While Choplife, Vol. 1 focuses on amapiano, future instalments of the mixtape series will venture across the map of African club and party music. “I like the idea of going to a new place for 30 days and making a project,”Mr Eazi says.
Listeners can connect with Mr Eazi and Choplife Soundsystem this summer on its inaugural ChopLife pop-up tour this summer in Barcelona (July 7), Amsterdam (July 8), London (July 14) and Paris (July 16), followed by appearances at Afrobeats Festival in Berlin (Aug. 5), and Stockholm’s Kulturfestival in Sweden (Aug. 18).
With days leading up to Sarkodie’s upcoming Jamz World Tour in New York, exciting details about the MCs for the event have emerged.
The main organizer of the concert, Terry Masson has revealed it would be an unforgettable experience with Kwasi Beast and Ini Cash, as host MCs for the concert, who will be steering affairs on the nite.
Kwasi Beast will be taking his jubilant personality to the Town Hall venue in New York for what he’s describing as the “biggest” African music concert to happen.
Speaking on the upcoming concert, the ‘Season 7 of MTV’s Are You The One’ reality show actor said in a statement: “I can’t wait to introduce and watch Sarkodie take the stage with his vivacious energy and standing together with today’s hottest and beloved musicians”.
Ini Cash has also been in demand, no wonder TM Entertainmentz enlisted the comedian and internet sensation from Nigeria to co-host the show slated for 15th July 2023.
“This will be the biggest music concert show in history. It’s truly an honor to host and I can’t thank Sarkodie and the entire TM Entertainmentz enough for this opportunity. We’re going to celebrate music, culture, and entertainment, honor the biggest stars from Africa, and make this an unforgettable night full of laughs and surprises”, Ini Cash said.
The North American tour commences from July 15th to September 3rd across 11 major cities in the United States and Canada.
Sarkodie’s New York Edition of Jamz World Tour is proudly brought to by Nayasa Entertainment, TM Entertainmentz & Sarkcess Music
– About Kwasi Beast – A Multifaceted Talent: Kwasi Beast is a true entrepreneur, a creative visualist, and a fluent figure in the entertainment industry. With an outgoing and fearless personality, he effortlessly commands attention and engages the crowd. But Kwasi Beast’s talents extend beyond hosting; he is also an accomplished actor and an influential voice in his community.
Model, actor, and philanthropist, Kwasi ‘Beast’ Opoku has starred in Season 7 of MTV’s Are You The One?
Kwasi Beast holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health. During his university years, he actively participated in various leadership roles and activities. He was a member of the Biology Club, served in the Student Association, acted as a representative in the Student Government Association Judicial Branch, and held positions in the Native African Student Organization. Additionally, he contributed as a camp counselor, coached basketball and football, and engaged in community service through the Woodbridge Community Center.
Hosting began for Beast when he hosted his first show at a university in New York City. That is where he gained his platform for hosting and went on to host in numerous institutions in the tri-state area and in the DMV area as well. These experiences made him a household name in his community and in neighboring communities. He became the face and voice for the community and youth and grew popular as one of the renowned entertainment voices on the East Coast. Kwasi Beast has an undeniable talent for connecting to people by entertaining and keeping them engaged in any aspect of entertainment.
– About Ini Cash – Inioluwa Olu-owotade, commonly known as Ini Cash (born 12/14/1998), is a fast-rising comedian and internet sensation from Nigeria and New Jersey. Ini’s ability to capture his audiences with his popular selfie-cam videos of true-to-life situations has led to his meteoric rise reaching over 100M accounts across TikTok and Instagram with his videos in just 2023, being featured by BuzzFeed and The Shade Room and working with artists such as Rema and Davido and brands such as Puma. Ini’s long-term goal is to bring together his passions for comedy, acting, fashion, and event hosting to bring a smile to all.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event that combines music, celebration, and the power of unity. Get ready to immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere and celebrate the vibrant Ghanaian culture with Sarkodie and his talented team of artists.
ABOUT TM ENTERTAINMENTZ TM Entertainmentz is an event organization that centers on providing the best entertainment for the general public. Highly recognized in several publications that include www.nytimes.com, vwww.ghanaweb.com, www.ghanamusic.com, www.afrikanpost.com, and other notable websites.
History was made when TM Entertainment headed by Terry Masson and Sarkodie pulled off the successfully sold-out show at The Apollo Theatre in New York on 8th August 2015.
ABOUT NAYASA ENTERTAINMENT Nayasa Entertainment has an outstanding reputation for creativity, efficiency ability to meet deadlines, and uniqueness in it’s broad-based approach to creative development. With a series of events hosted in Ghana, Nayasa Entertainment was behind the sold-out event dubbed “It’s About Time with R2Bees x Sarkodie 2022”.
Fresh from starring in Netflix’s Young, Famous & African, Ghana’s leading dancehall act Fantana releases the visuals for her banging single ‘Your Man’.
The single details how Fantana can get any man she wants without sweat, whether he is engaged or not.
The beautiful singer has been one of the breakthrough stars from Netflix’s reality show “Young, Famous & African” and you can see why she is the most talked about personality with this new drop.
Super talented and hot! “Your Man” is the lead single from her upcoming EP; “Pills and Concoction,” which drops on 15th July 2023.
The video for Your Man was directed by Director Selorm, who uses the opportunity to show off the sexiness of Fantana whiles highlighting her independence and boss mentality.
“I’m looking forward to working with Chris Brown really bad. He is a good dancer, and he appreciates dancers,” Incredible Zigi said in an interview with Berla Mundi on TV3.
He has worked with artistes like Stonebwoy, Medikal, Vic Mensa, Yemi Alade, Davido and others.
Zigi also disclosed that Stonebwoy and Medikal really appreciate dancers.
Incredible Zigi has spoken highly of Ghanaian musicians, Stonebwoy and Medikal.
The Ghanaian choreographer and instructor, born Michael Amofa, praised these popular musicians in an interview with Berla Mundi on TV3.
He stated that Stonebwoy and Medikal really appreciate dancers.
“In Ghana here I’ll say Stonebwoy and Medikal, they really appreciate dancers. I work with them more often. These are the few people who really appreciate dancers for who they are because they make you feel like you are also doing something,” Zigi said.
The multiple award-winning choreographer indicated that working with these musicians is beyond just being booked for performances.
“Because most of them know you can do it and just book you but these people see more than that. Somebody like Stonebwoy sees more than that, he texted me when I was on my African tour, and he was like ‘Yo, we dey see what you dey do, don’t think we no dey see, forget anybody who is trying to put a blind to what you are doing, you are doing the m most and I’ll love to work with you’.”
Incredible Zigi further talked about his working relationship with Stonebwoy after a tour.
“That’s how we started working full time with him and I’m always with him but before we had worked on ‘Everlasting video’ together but when he saw the tour then he reached out again.”
