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Michael Danso out with “Jehovah” remix
Ghanaian gospel musician, Michael Danso has released a remix version of his song “Jehovah”, featuring Minister Rayner Afari.
The song which is aimed at praising God, is a remix of his debut “Jehovah” released on October 15, 2018.
Speaking to The Spectator, Michael Danso said the decision to do a remix of the original song was borne out of his desire to explain God’s uniqueness.
He said he was inspired to ride on the beat of a funk raggae to give it an artistic finesse and contemporary touch that would give the message in the song a wider mileage.
The gospel artiste said ‘Jehovah’ emanated from the biblical Canaan wedding feast where Jesus miraculously turned ordinary water into wine.
He said after listening to what transpired at the wedding, he had a strong urge and desire to write and compose a song to bring out the message of hope and salvation which he recorded in October 2018, and brought him to the limelight.
The remix which was recorded and mastered by Enoch Owuraku Kissi of EO Studios is available on all digital music stores.
‘Thank You’, ‘Nyame Bɛyɛ’ which featured KODA and ‘Aseda’ among others are some of the songs from Michael Danso’s repertoire.
The former Ghanaian Times journalist, who has over 10 years experience as a media practitioner, currently works at the Corporate Communications Office of the Volta River Authority (VRA) as a Public Relations practitioner.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, is reporteddead.
The 66 year old gospel artiste is said to have died at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi on January 20, where he was receiving medical treatment.
For sometime now, Yaw Sarpong had been dealing with prolonged health challenges, forcing him to reduce his public appearances and step away periodically from performances.
Yaw Sarpong is widely credited as a pioneer of contemporary Akan gospel music.
Through Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo, he introduced a distinctive sound marked by rich harmonies, disciplined arrangements and lyrics firmly grounded in Christian teachings.
His leadership and musical direction helped shape the identity of gospel music in Ghana for decades.
Some popular tunes by the group includes ‘Wo Haw Ne Sen’, ‘Tie Obiaa’, ‘Aduro Yesu’ and ‘Awurade Kasa’, tracks that continue to feature prominently in churches and Christian gatherings across the country.
Yaw Sarpong’s death comes barely some weeks after the passing of Maame Tiwa, a key pillar of the Yaw Sarpong’s Asomafo music group.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Heavens will come down at the International Central Gospel Church, Temple East (ICGC) as gospel songstress Diana Hamilton holds her annual concert.
The annual concert ‘Awake Experience’ with Diana Hamilton will take place in Accra on February 15, and at the church of Pentecost, Bantama Kumasi on February 22.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro, she said this year offers another opportunity to have an experience with God, saying “So I want to be in his presence and watch him do mind blowing things.”
The ‘Aha Ye’ hit maker also announced that leading up to the event, the Diana Hamilton Team will embark on various outreaches to spread the gospel through ministration.
Themed ‘Dwell,’ will bring together renowned artiste and worshippers to celebrate faith and music.
Notable among them are Elder Dr Kwesi Mireku, Ntokozo Mbambo, Sisi Baidoo, Nana Yaw Ofori- Atta, Tagoe sisters and Joojo Arhin.
Diana Hamilton is a celebrated Ghanaian gospel singer, songwriter, and nurse, known for her inspirational music, spiritual depth, and impactful stage presence.
She has achieved historic wins like VGMA Artiste of the Year in 2021, becoming the first female gospel artist to do so, and is also recognised for her philanthropic work through the Diana Hamilton Foundation.
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