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My upcoming EP, ‘Mood Swings’ shows versatility –Edem
Ghanaian musician Edem, has disclosed that his upcoming Extended Play (EP) which is dedicated to the memory of his late mother, is an exhibition of his versatility as an artiste.
An Extended Play record, often referred to as an EP, is a musical recording that contains more tracks than a single, but is usually unqualified as an album.
Speaking to The Spectator on the EP, which would be released on July 24, Edem said the intent behind the six songs which he referred to as “Moods”, is to show music lovers that he had fully come out of his shell to accept that he is not like everyone else and cannot be boxed in a single genre, and a display of his creative mood swings.
“This is me seeing life as colours and understanding that every mood is a different colour which is something that my mum raised me on. Making me understand how to see life in colours, and has impacted on my emotions towards the music,” he said.
Edem further disclosed that he featured other artistes on the EP, however, the six videos which would be released weekly would not have images of the artistes, rather the focus would be his late mother.
That, he said, would be followed by mood swing merchandise for the teaming followers and music lovers.
Talking about his late mother, Edem said he is a projection of her in terms of the ideals she stood for, which to him, is a testament of how powerful the contribution of a woman could be to one’s life.
He also dedicated the song to all those who lost their parents at a tender age, and encouraged them to sojourn and make their parents proud.
Edem added that songs on the EP, “Love You”, “Kpo”, “Money”, “Efo Kojo”, “In Ghana” and “Chidi”, colourfully come together as an embodiment of his persona.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Award-winning Ghanaian musician, Wendy Asiamah Addo, known in showbiz circles as Wendy Shay, is poised for Artiste of the Year crown this year.
Through her hard work last year, the musician has earned about seven nominations for this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Wendy Shay was nominated for Artiste of the Year, Album of the Year, Afrobeats Song of the Year, Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste of the Year, International Collaboration of the Year, Collaboration of the Year and Most Popular Song of the Year.
Speaking exclusively to her management, they said Wendy Shay last year graced over 40 shows, including her successful Shay Concert held at the West Hills Mall in Accra on November 22, 2025.
Additionally, they noted that through her hard work, she had international features with Movado (Apology), Phina (Too Late Remix), Bedjine (Too Late Remix), Guchi (Too Late Remix) and Niggy Boy (Weed & Wine).
They further told the paper that her ‘Ready’ album garnered over 25 million streams across all platforms, including massive airplays, adding that most of the songs featured prominently at parties and diverse events in Ghana and beyond.
Her management concluded that the hard work made her brand very attractive for Corporate Ghana, a feat which led Wendy Shay to secure ambassadorial deals with Peeva and Hisense.
Against this backdrop, they are optimistic that Wendy Shay is in pole position to win the coveted Artiste of the Year crown this year, and therefore called on industry players, all and sundry to vote for her.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeat musician Berima Amo has signed a new international recording deal with UK-based world music label ARC Music, a move seen as another boost for the global recognition of West African music.
Known for blending traditional highlife with Afrobeat, jazz and other global influences, Amo has become a strong advocate for preserving and promoting authentic African musical heritage while introducing it to new audiences around the world.
The announcement comes ahead of the release of his much-anticipated album “Rhythms of Love,” recorded live at Studio 150 Bethlehemkerk in Amsterdam. The album will be released worldwide on May 24, preceded by two singles: “Fake Flowers” on May 1 and “Yaba” featuring Tallulah Rose on May 8, 2026.
The new project is expected to expand Amo’s reputation as both a cultural preserver and musical innovator, pushing the boundaries of African sound through powerful rhythms and cross-genre fusion.
With five albums, two EPs and ten singles already available across major streaming platforms, Berima Amo continues to grow his global audience.
Berima Amo, a singer, trumpeter, composer and bandleader originally from Ghana and now active in Europe, has built a reputation for preserving the roots of highlife while reimagining it for modern audiences. Through performances, collaborations and educational initiatives, he has championed traditional African rhythms and instruments while blending them with Afrobeat, jazz, soul and orchestral music.
Many in the industry now view Amo as a torchbearer for authentic West African music, continuing the legacy of legendary figures such as E. T. Mensah, The Ramblers International Band, Rex Lawson, Ebo Taylor, Nana Ampadu, King Onyina, Osibisa and Fela Kuti, helping to carry the sound of West Africa to the world.
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