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Pictures: Lawson Herbal Ghana Music Awards Europe 2023 celebrates Ghanaian music
The event, which was hosted by Adom FM’s Jerry Justice brought together music stars from Ghana and the diaspora, in recognition of their outstanding contributions in music.
The event was attended by Jean-Hughes (Deputy Country Director for Ghana at France Embassy in Ghana), Mr Njyi Akwasi Kuranchie (Director for Atinka FM), Fashion designer, Osebo the Zaraman, and blogger Zionfelix.
One of the highlights of the night was a tribute to celebrate music legend, Nana Acheampong, who received an honorary award for his remarkable 30-year music journey, marked by releasing 30 albums.
Nana Acheampong also crowned the night with an energetic performance, taking patrons back to his peak days.
The annual awards ceremony, sponsored by Lawson Herbal, recognises and celebrates the immense talents and contributions of Ghanaian artistes who are making remarkable impact both home and abroad.
Gospel artiste, Piesie Esther was crowned the overall Artiste of the Year.
Source: www.graphic.com.gh
Ghana music awards Europe Winners list
GOSPEL SONG OF THE YEAR – *Waye Me Yie – Piesie Esther*
HIP HOP SONG OF THE YEAR – *Kweku The Traveler – Black Sherif*
HIPLIFE SONG OF THE YEAR – *Friday Night – Lasmid*
HIGH LIFE ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Akwaboah*
HIPLIFE SONG OF THE YEAR – *Atia – Epixode*
AFRO BEATS / AFRO POP ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Wendy Shay*
REGGAE / DANCEHALL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Ras Kuuku*
BEST VIDEO OF THE YEAR – *Skyweb – Woye Odo – Prophet Joseph Atarah ft Piesie Esther*
GOSPEL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Perez Musik*
HIP LIFE / HIP HOP ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Eno Barony*
BEST MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR – *Papa Owura – My Testimonies*
BEST FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR – *Ewura Abena – This Far*
AFROPOP/AFROBEAT SONG OF THE YEAR – *Jo – FBS ft Mr. Drew*
NEW ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *DJ Azonto*
ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Piesie Esther*
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR – *Fameye – Thank You*
UNSUNG ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – *Cojo Rae*
REGGAE / DANCEHALL SONG OF THE YEAR – *Be Alright – Samini*
SONG OF THE YEAR – *Waye Me Yie – Piesie Esther*
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Shatta Wale pulls out of Afro+ Fest 2025
The management of Shatta Wale has announced that the artiste will not be able to perform at Afro+ Fest 2025 in Washington, D.C.
In a statement, Media and Public Relations Manager for the Shatta Movement team, Samuel Atuobi Baah, popularly known as Sammy Flex, said the cancellation was due to “unforeseen logistical constraints and tight timelines” which were outside the control of both Shatta Wale and the festival organizers.
According to the statement, Shatta Wale and his team had worked tirelessly over the past weeks to make the performance possible, and the artiste was fully prepared to join his fans in Washington, D.C.
It added that Shatta Wale was “truly disappointed” to miss the moment.
It stressed that the decision was not because of any lack of effort or willingness from Shatta Wale or Afro Plus, but rather a result of challenges many artistes face when traveling internationally under evolving regulations and time-sensitive requirements.
It further assured fans that Afro+ Fest 2025 “will still deliver an incredible experience” and noted that plans were already underway to set a future date for Shatta Wale to connect with his fans in person.
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Empress Gifty wins Artiste of the Year at the 6th Ghana Music Awards USA
Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician, Empress Gifty Adorye, has been crowned Artiste of the Year at the 6th edition of the Ghana Music Awards USA held on August 16, 2025, at ACX1 Studios in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
The gospel star, who attended the event with her husband, Mr. Hopeson Adorye, also won the Gospel Song of the Year, making it a double victory on the night.
For the ultimate award, she beat stiff competition from King Promise, Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale, Diana Hamilton, Joe Mettle, Fameye, KiDi, King Paluta, and Team Eternity.
The ceremony, which celebrates Ghanaian music talents in both Ghana and the diaspora, saw US-based Ghanaian artistes such as Jay Hover, C-Ben and Kay Rockz receive honors.
Special tributes were paid to late Highlife icons Dada KD and Daddy Lumba, while Gyedu-Blay Ambolley was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
The night featured thrilling performances from Empress Gifty, Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, Kofi Kinaata, and comedian OB Amponsah.
In her acceptance speech, Empress Gifty thanked God, her fans, her manager, and the Ghana Music Awards USA organizers for the recognition.
She expressed her gratitude to radio stations, DJs, and all supporters who have stood by her throughout her career, saying: “I have a grateful heart. Thank you to everyone who voted for me and continues to support my journey. God bless you all.”
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