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4th edition of Western Gospel Awards slated for Nov. 10
Prolific GH, organizers of the Western Gospel Awards have announced the 4th edition of Western Gospel Awards (WGA 24) will come off on Sunday November 10, 2024 at the Word of Life Assemblies of God Church at Anaji in Takoradi.
Awarding Gospel Artistes of Western Region descent, the awards aim to reward talents who are propagating the gospel to Showcase the best in music and amplify the voices of artists creating an inclusive and unforgettable experience of God through music in 24 categories.
Organizers revealed, “Through this event, we aspire to achieve the vision of building a massive social – spiritual movement and community for all people across the country and beyond using music to inspire personal conversions, communal cohesion, social justice, and cultural renewal in the Western, Western north region and the world to ultimately make a positive difference”.
The Western Gospel Awards is designed to Recognize, Appreciate, Celebrate and Honor Creativity, and Ingenuity in Gospel Music. In the long run, we aspire to foster quality works from these Artistes through the awards system and event” the Organizers added.
This year’s event sees performances by Legendary Rev. Yawson and Tagoe Sisters, also on bill we have Team Eternity, Kofi Kari-Kari, SK Frimpong, Lady Joy, Ruger Quarm, Lordable Holm, Shedrack Tronu. amongst others.
The Blue carpet starts at 4 pm and the main event slated for 6pm. The awards ceremony will be hosted by celebrated media personality Nana Quasi – Wusu (PM), with Akousa Tilly and youth empowerment activist Nana Ama Divine as hostesses for the Blue carpet.
The 4TH edition of the Western Gospel Awards will be aired live on selected radio stations in Western Region, social media platforms of WGA, as well as some selected TV stations.
Western Gospel Awards is supported by GNPC Foundation, Axcomot Mother Care, Raybow International Hotel, Virtual Sound Lab, Justmax Travels, Bragha, Apartments and Eat Me Kitchen.
Western Gospel Awards reaffirms its commitment to promoting gospel music, declaring, “Gospel music is Jesus!!!”
The stage is set for one of the most exciting nights in Ghanaian entertainment abroad as the Ghana Music Awards-USA @ 7 gears up for a spectacular edition themed around the global passion of football—The FIFA World Cup.
Scheduled for August 8, 2028 the highly anticipated event will take place live at the prestigious Hyatt Regency Princeton. This year’s edition promises a unique fusion of music and sports, celebrating the unifying power of both industries.
With the official theme, “Celebrating Our Culture, Music and Our Stars,” organizers are aiming to deliver an unforgettable experience that blends the excitement of the World Cup with the vibrant sounds of Ghanaian music.
The event is expected to attract music lovers, industry players, and members of the Ghanaian diaspora from across the United States and beyond.
Now in its seventh edition, the Ghana Music Awards-USA continues to serve as a major platform for honouring Ghanaian artistes and creatives who are making an impact globally.
Over the years, the scheme has grown in prestige, spotlighting both rising talents and established stars while strengthening cultural ties within the diaspora.
This year’s show will feature electrifying live performances from top Ghanaian and international acts, delivering a rich mix of genres including highlife, hiplife, afrobeats, and gospel.
Attendees can also look forward to a glamorous red carpet, award presentations, and a lively atmosphere inspired by the spirit of the World Cup.
Tickets and Access
Tickets for the event are now available, with organizers encouraging early purchase due to high demand. Patrons can secure their seats via the official Eventbrite page:
https://gmausa26.eventbrite.com
THE Board of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) has introduced a new ‘Swing Period’ policy aimed at ensuring songs released late in the year are fairly assessed for nominations.
The policy, applied for the first time in the 27th edition of the awards, allows songs released in December to be considered in the following year’s awards cycle if they meet specific eligibility criteria.
A statement released by the TGMA Board said, “To qualify, a song must have been released in December of the eligibility year, shown measurable impact during the period under review and not received a nomination in the previous awards cycle.”
It added that the decision follows three years of consultations with industry stakeholders and seeks to address concerns that late-year releases often gain traction too slowly to compete in their release year.
Under the new framework, two December releases secured nominations in the 27th TGMA: ‘Messiah’ by Sarkodie featuring Kweku Flick and ‘Excellent’ by Kojo Blakk featuring Kelvyn Boy.
TGMA Board stressed that the policy was intended to ensure the scheme reflects industry trends as music release patterns shift with digital consumption and changing audience behaviour.
They added that the awards body would continue refining its processes to uphold credibility and recognise impactful work across Ghana’s music landscape. -GNA
