The Ghanaian music scene has thrived on collaborations between artistes for a long. The power of collaboration has arguably had the greatest positive impact on the world of music out of all the artistic mediums.
According to a post by BBC News, three players have been hospitalized after an accident occurred during filming in East England, Bedfordshire.
Rapper and record producer Cyril-Alex Gockel, better known as C-Real has stated that music enthusiasts are among the reasons why it might be difficult for musicians to work together.
Record label and talent management firm Lynx Entertainment has fully released its "Coming Soon" EP and had its new artistes perform it live for viewers' pleasure.
Stonebwoy expresses his appreciation to Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan on Twitter in rememberance of the former Black Stars captain taking care of his medical bills.
PR & Corporate Communications professional Afia Drah has stated that rapper Sarkodie missed the opportunity to right his wrongs.
Ghana’s fast-rising superstar Black Sherif will be performing at this year’s Wireless Festival.
50 Cent strongly disagrees with the claims that Jay-Z has had a bigger impact on hip-hop than Eminem. He called the claims “bullsh*t” after comments were made by former NBA star Jamal Crawford.
Tems a Nigerian songwriter and artist has been nominated for the 95th Oscars which will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023. In the nominees list published on the website of the Oscars, Tems was nominated in the Music Original Song category for the song 'LIFT ME UP' where she was the songwriter together with Ryan Coogler.
Mr Eazi takes on a new venture as a shareholder of the Cape Town Tigers, a South African basketball club, following the launch of his sports betting franchise "betPawa."
The Ghanaian film industry, which was once thriving, has struggled to recapture its former glory despite discussions with several players.
Hipgnosis Songs Capital announced that Justin Bieber had been paid over $200 million for the rights to his music. The Wall Street Journal previously reported in December that Justin Bieber was in discussions to sell off his catalog to Hipgnosis Songs Capital.
Co-writer of the original 2017 comedy, writer-director-producer Tracy Oliver attended the Variety Studio at Sundance and gave an update on the upcoming reunion of Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Tiffany Haddish.
Music Executive at Island Records, John Hill, has disclosed that remixes of classical songs by the iconic Reggae musician Bob Marley are intended to preserve the legacy of the late musician.
One of Africa's best rappers Sarkodie has admitted that it was difficult for him to consent to feature in the Stir It Up remix by the late iconic Reggae musician Bob Marley. He claims that despite the offer being a tremendous chance for his career, he did not think it was appropriate to take it.
Bob Marley, the iconic Reggae singer, and The Wailers have collaborated with Ghanaian rap artist Sarkodie to release a new version of the classic "Stir It Up."
As Ghana strives to become a well-known December travel destination for people from all over the world, numerous requests have been made for the tourism and hospitality sectors to provide value for money.
For Kofi Bruce, dabbling in the genre of palmwine music - the old genre- goes beyond a matter of interest. It is an attempt to help revive the popularity of palmwine music and also, express his musicality through relatable and exciting art of storytelling.
Award winning singer and songwriter, Fameye had mentioned recently in an interview on 3Music TV that he had a spiritual awakening, which has helped him redefine himself and his type of music.
Ghanaian trailblazer, Black Sherif’s first studio album, ‘The Villain I Never Was’ has been named as the most streamed album on the audio streaming platform, Boomplay Ghana.
Ghanaian trailblazer and singer, Black Sherif has been honoured by BBC 1Xtra as part of the artistes to be on the lookout for via their prestigious Hotfor2023 campaign.
Popcaan and Drake have teamed up for another long-awaited collaboration with WE CAA DONE, It also arrives with a video, directed by Theo Skudra and featuring appearances by Lil Yachty and Kevin Durant.
Electro Mirror, the talent manager for Ghanaian artiste Gyakie, has received a plaque from Sony Music for his work as executive producer on the hit song FOREVER and its remix featuring Nigerian artiste Omah Lay.
“I’ve always loved Christmas carols, but there aren’t enough versions that feel brewed in an urban African pot. So I just wanted to give back to my fans this year, and make music that really spoke to the season,” the artiste says.
The year 2022 has been an eventful music year for Ghanaians. From chart-topping releases by notable artistes to groundbreaking entries by emerging acts, music fans have been treated to some great Albums and EPs, viral hits, and anthems for just about any and every mood all year round.
Questioned whether he’ll pick an Yvonne Nelson script regardless of the status of their friendship, he answered saying, "I will do it, but it has to be comedy. Like I said, Kumawood. I don’t think Yvonne Nelson does comedy movies
He mentioned how he started at the age of 14. First, disc jockeying then to producing music. He began remixing acapella songs till others realized these remixes were better than the originals. He then had friends offer
The concert will see Ghanaian acts Efya, R2Bees, Eugy, King Promise, Asakaa Boys, Darkovibes, Gyakie, Yaw Tog, Kelvynboy, Smallgod in performance alongside a yet-to-be-disclosed list of Nigerian acts. On the turntable will be DJ Mic Smith, DJ Tunez, iPhxne DJ and Maleek DJ.
Further explaining his choice, DJ Tarico said, “...Shatta Wale is good, he is powerful. Everyone knows Shatta Wale in Mozambique
When asked whether he gets offended when he hears Ghanaians don't listen to Ghanaian music as much as they do Nigerian music, he told MzGee, "Don't be offended; it's freedom of speech like I am saying. Don't stress. Why are you coming to stress on somebody's taste?"
Kwesi Arthur and Dayonthetrack capture the mood of Ghanaian youth in their new song and video ANIMAL. The video combines vivid storytelling, music, and dance in cautioning leaders whose actions cage the dreams of the young.
In discussing Wizkid’s comments on Rap being dead and boring, Lyrical Joe dropped some pointers and explained why rappers have not yet responded to Wizkid.
C-Real some six years ago, got his Rap used as thesis by a German PhD holder. He was asked by MzGee on the Big Conversation segment what it meant to him as a rapper. In response he said, "It means Rap is more than just music..."
Why do you wake up one morning and decide that hey, rap is dead. Why is that a concern to you?" Ko-Jo Cue mentioned Wizkid probably took to socials to stir the waters because he wanted publicity for his new album
JE M’APPELLE features Nigerian musician Davido and was released in September 2021.
In an interview on the Big Conversation segment on Culture Daily, MzGee asked Kelvyn Boy if DOWN FLAT has made him who he is now and in answering he said, “I’m Kelvin Boy and I’m me before DOWN FLAT…I don’t think the song is bigger than me.”
Ghanaian hiphop sensation, Spacely, is taking his craft to the next level by creating a bespoke relationship between music and Ghanaian streetwear fashion.
“I never knew I was controversial...it's people who mention my name and say I'm a controversial rapper. Me I just do me and I give it to management and they feel like this is cool”
After three successful installments, Labadi Music, Samfido Lifestyle and Band Wagon Live team up with 3Media Networks for Merchmania 4: The Culture. The streetwear pop-hop/concert is an initiative championed by rapper and businessman $pacely and is designed to highlight indie urban wear brands as well as emerging talented artistes.
Ghanaian Hip-hop artiste, M.anifest has unveiled the first wave of artistes that will perform at this year’s Manifestivities which is scheduled for Sunday, 18th December 2022, at the Bukom Boxing Arena.
The family never anticipated that the cancer would be so aggressive. According to Shannon, "It wasn't like we knew that he was going to pass." Shannon made these revelations in a recent interview with The New York Times.
One lovely thing about Sarkodie’s performance was how the set for his performance was clad in the Ghanaian Kente cloth. This was a graceful way to promote Ghanaian culture. After his splendid performance, Sarkodie had an interview with Eddie Kadi, host of BBC 1Xtra’s Charts Africa where they discussed the JAMS album and the its creative process.
A year after his critically acclaimed Madina To The Universe album, award-winning Ghanaian rap artiste and musician M.anifest unveils an innovative new project titled The E.P.ilogue.
MTN, Ghana's number 1 telecommunication company in partnership with Boomplay, Africa's largest music streaming and download platform, is making music streaming and download more accessible and affordable to its users and cherished customers.
Earlier in April, award winning actress Rita Dominic tied the knot with founder of Folio Media Group, Dr. Fidelis Anosike in a traditional ceremony. Following the traditional ceremony some seven months later is the white wedding.
In a wholesome and honest conversation with the Culture Squad, he spoke about his life, his music career, family, and his journey. His journey hasn’t been a smooth one but then he says that he is grateful for what he has been through and how far he has come.
The artist reportedly slumped and passed away at his home on Friday morning. He had made news due to a cheating scandal.
Akwaboah mentioned how Sarkodie cautioned him not to lose himself and musical strength. He concluded by saying “…and that advice has been in my head till date, never to lose myself all in the name of trends…”
Gyakie shared a post celebrating 100 million total views on YouTube and a major billboard placement at New York City for Black Voices.
British-Ghanaian rapper Stormzy has announced the features for his forthcoming This Is What I Mean Album. The 12-track album is slated for release on 25th November, 2022.
After taking a much-needed break to rebrand, R&B and Afropop singer/songrwriter/rapper, Jameella Jè has resurfaced.
Nigerian alternative artiste, Lady Donli, has released her first single off her forthcoming sophomore album Pan African Rockstar.
Ghanaian Reggae artiste Rocky Dawuni is now a three-time Grammy-nominated artiste. The 65th Grammy Awards nomination was announced on 15th November, 2022. He was nominated in the Best Global Music Performance category for his recent single Neva Bow Down.
Technology and innovation have opened up new and robust ways of disseminating information across multiple channels. As technologies improved, so did the quality of the channels through which information were disseminated. Digitization has, in no doubt, been revolutionary across different facets of the world’s experience.
Worlasi called out the party and asked them to pay up for using his song. Speaking on 3Music TV’s Culture Daily, Worlasi revealed he hasn’t received payment till date
The song was produced by British-Ghanaian record producer JAE5 and The Elements. Despite Last Last being the song of the summer, fans have since chosen It’s Plenty as their standout song from the album with the song racking over 100 million streams on TikTok
Some of these concerts have been in existence for ten years, with others spanning a few years. These talented musicians have given off their best in giving fans an experience at their concerts.
The Asakaa movement shined a global spotlight on Ghana’s second-largest city – Kumasi, by bringing Ghanaian drill music to the world stage
From her debut project Ayra Starr to her new single Rush we can see the growth of her craft. She has developed creatively from the delivery of her lyrics to her confidence in front of the camera. We watch with excitement her sass and exuberance in Rush.
“The artists have to appreciate that we are trying – we are not there yet but the effort is there! They have to appreciate it. For this event, they didn’t pay the artists because it's charity.
He releases this new music ahead of his Global Citizen Festival performance in Accra. The song is seven minutes long with the video spanning almost eleven minutes and serving straight bars from the UK superstar.
She added that “…ads start rolling through your content – because you are in YPP, you’ve put in your AdSense, you’ve put in your bank account and you are getting your money directly that way.”
Kimilist gives an account of how he always lights up a place whenever he steps in
According to Cina Soul, “That session wasn’t easy at all. There was a time he wanted to make me change the lyrics to Ga to make me more comfortable
In elaborating, she said “with Foundry we basically support your new music – we help support your new releases. We also train you on release strategy. So Black Sherif for instance has new music coming up – we are already working with him and his team”
Future released 612 singles across eight studio albums over the above-stated period, in addition to collaborations, a reissued longplay(LP), mixtapes, and songs not listed on any full-length project.
British Ghanaian singer-songwriter and music producer Ginius has released visuals for her lead single “Feels Like Magic” off her sophomore release
When asked how he hand-picked Camidoh, Mr. George Britton said, "In 2018 he reached out to us through one of my guys I use to work with Babiloh who was his mate in UPSA. But I think I was busy..."
Culture Daily is a perfectly curated show about The Culture. The show will deconstruct and dissect topics in music, lifestyle, culture, art, fashion and everything entertainment related.
Speaking at the launch, CEO and Founder of 3Music Networks Baba Sadiq Abdulai Abu said, “Today we enter another phase of our journey, my dream has since become the dream of many others. The dream has expanded following the investment and acquisition by the Bahamus Group.”
Hon. Mark Okraku-Mantey said, “As a government, we promise them. Sadiq we give you our word, we are ready to work with you – you have shown the way especially to the young ones that if you work hard you can achieve.”
His recent achievement is the BET Hip Hop Awards 2022 in the Best International Flow category.
3Music TV is set to roll out an amazing list of engaging, thought-provoking, conversation-starting, eye-catching, first-rated and unparalleled television shows
Christened Real Warri Pikin Unfiltered, the event is the brainchild of RWP Entertainment & One Percent International and is being held in partnership with 3Media Networks.
Champagne is off his yet-to-be-released EP 4PLAY and is his second release this year. With its strategic release in September, the song on first listen is a straight banger and a certified December jam
Refraining Black Sherif from performing infringes on his rights, Sadiq Abdulai Abu, the 3Music chief has claimed.
In the end, they served what they promised. It was KiDi who won Artiste of the Year. But the name on every lip was 3Music Awards. What a night. What a show. What a wow.
They imagined the transition from pre-show to main night would be smooth. It wasn't to be but...
At a fabulous night of Ghanaian music opulence, KiDi emerged the night's biggest winner from over 30 awards up for grabs
KiDi achieved the unprecedented feat of becoming the only artiste to ever win Artiste of the Year consecutively.
Ghana can expect to dominate the international music market with its new crop of artistes, Bullgod declares.
MzGee and Bullgod squabbled after the latter seemed to suggest that all Music Awards schemes in Ghana are political and corrupt.
The game-changing partnership, announced on the eve of the show, is set to enhance the glamour and grandiose that has now become the standard for the 3Music Awards.
Famed Celebrity stylist Kelvin Vincent will supervise costuming and styling for several of the performing cast at the 5th annual 3Music Awards.
The 3Music Awards have built a reputation for outlandish performances, committing much of its resources and thinking into the main night opening act
They say it's more than music. Find out why. And if you're seeking answers about the 3Music Awards, you'll find them here...
The 5th annual 3Music Awards announces an overdose of trailblazing excitement, including a daring hour-long Pre-show littered with inconceivable performances. KiDi, Camidoh, Black Sherif, and S3fa lead a star-studded list of 33 performers!
Ghana's most anticipated music celebration returns with even more stars set to perform
Presented by Infinix, 16 stars- one from each of Ghana's regions- will contest for Ghana music's highest honour for truly unsung musicians on a level playing field.
Six women were honoured during the 5th annual 3Music Awards held in Accra at the 3Music HQ on Independence Day.
Gyakie staved off competition from some of the industry's fiercest women to scoop the early prize at the 3Music Women's Brunch
Ahead of the 3Music Awards, the Women's Brunch honoured Women In Music to commemorate International Women's Day, where Mona 4Reall won Emerging Woman of the Year.
The 3Music Women's brunch has published the Top 50 Women In Music [Africa] to commemorate International Women's Day. Angelique Kidjo, Yemi Alade, Natasha Stambuli, and Sinach all earned spots
After six years of mysterious detachment, GH Rap’s biggest bromance has sensationally reunited to headline the 3Music Awards Fan Festival ’22, the event’s first edition.
3Music Awards and HD+ Collaborate with Adina for a new music video which will be shot by ten promising music video producers. The initiative is part of a workshop put together by the 3Music Awards' Music for Good Campaign.
Be warned, it's a long read! This is the story of Eno Barony, Africa's first rapper of the Year. Discover the secrets behind her rise, music, career, and the journey to becoming the continent's most iconic female rapper
MzBel singlehandedly changed music for women, says Eno Barony
The future of Ghana music belongs to women, believes Africa's first award-winning rapper Eno Barony.
Ghana's finest female rapper won Rapper of the year at the 3Music Awards, making her the first female to achieve the feat in Africa and only the seventh in the world. She could only succeed in picking her plaque at the third attempt
The music video workshop, under the Music for Good Campaign, will offer world-class training to Ghanaian music video producers and directors as part of efforts to amplify more professional and thought leadership training in the music and entertainment industry.
The Next Rated Category of the 3Music Awards is one of the most valuable platforms in music for recognizing and propelling promising stars at the brink of mainstream breakthrough. Central to the partnership is Infinix’s sponsorship of the Category.
The cosmopolitan radio favorite has announced a partnership with the revolutionary 3Music Awards for yet another dosage of peak entertainment. With Yfm offering co-curation and on-air support, the 5th annual Music Awards is finna be a delirious music experience!
The 5th Annual 3Music Awards is the most anticipated event on the Ghanaian entertainment calendar. Today, we'll discuss all the major talking points centred around the event, the awards, and its sky-high standards.
Nominees in over 30 categories were announced Friday, February 11, 2022 at the Teelande Gardens here in Accra. Rapper Sarkodie scored 12 nominations, three more than any other artiste.
3Music Networks have today announced the return of the 5th Annual 3Music Awards with More Than Music. A press release signed by Managing Director of 3Music Networks Sadiq Abdulai was disseminated earlier this morning to that effect. The Awards will be officially launched during the Nominees announcement slated on Friday, February 11.
“It took months of negotiation and discussions between the two parties on the direction of Kweku Flick’s career, resulting in a mutually beneficial agreement,” BKC Music ltd. said in a statement.
On the original, a cut from Amaarae’s first full-length project, The Angel You Don’t Know, she and Moliy — another artist with Ghanaian roots — coo about dollars and pleasure to a beat that pulses as steadily as their pursuit of both.
Lil Baby spoke out Thursday after someone alleged that the $400,000 Patek Philippe Nautilus 40th Anniversary watch he once showed off on his Instagram Stories was a fake.
Launching under the ASAP Worldwide moniker, the latest entry in the PacSun and Vans partnership includes fresh make-ups of the Classic Slip-On and the Classic Slip-On Mule. The featured design expands on the Rocky-crafted flame motif from the first release.
The awards show, which featured performances from Olivia Rodrigo, Normani, and more, was staged at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center and the red carpet was packed with star power.
He struck the member of security staff in the head with a stray shot prior to the Group F clash and knocked her out.
He debuts a song with him this Friday, September 10th; obviously with an accompanying music video.