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Kofi Kinaata’s ‘Made in Taadi 2025’ draws thousands of patrons, sets Christmas pace in Takoradi
The 2025 edition of the Made in Taadi Concert, hosted by multiple award-winning artiste Kofi Kinaata, lived up to its billing as one of Ghana’s biggest music events, drawing over 65,000 patrons to the Takoradi Sports Club on Friday, December 20, 2025.
The highly anticipated concert, which commenced at 9:00pm and climaxed at 8:00am on Saturday, December 21, delivered an unforgettable night of music, culture and unity, further cementing Takoradi’s status as Ghana’s emerging Christmas destination.
The night saw thrilling performances from top-tier artistes including Sarkodie, Kuami Eugene, Medikal, DopeNation, Oseikrom Sikani, OliveTheBoy, Lalid, Kwabena Kwabena, Kwaku Bany and Hyndu, Jack Alolome, among several others. The energy at the venue peaked with surprise performances from Samini and Donzy, sending the massive crowd into a frenzy.
In addition to the headliners, over 40 up-and-coming artistes were given the opportunity to mount the Made in Taadi stage, reaffirming Kofi Kinaata’s commitment to nurturing young talents and projecting the Western Region as a breeding ground for musical excellence.
One of the most memorable moments of the night was when Sarkodie and Kofi Kinaata, for the first time, performed together Kinaata’s latest release, ‘Have Mercy 2’. The historic collaboration ignited wild excitement among patrons and stood out as a defining highlight of the 11-hour musical marathon.
Addressing the crowd during his performance, Kofi Kinaata expressed heartfelt gratitude to patrons, stakeholders and fans who have supported the concert over the years. He noted that Made in Taadi has officially become the event that sets the tone for Christmas in Takoradi, describing the city as Ghana’s new festive hub during the yuletide.
A defining moment also came when Sarkodie, at the end of his performance, paused to commend Kofi Kinaata for his impact on Ghanaian music. He stated that Takoradi is blessed to have Kinaata, adding that his music is trans-generational and will continue to be appreciated even more with time.
Speaking in Fante, Sarkodie thanked the people of Takoradi for the immense love shown him and promised to return to the Made in Taadi Concert in future editions.
Beyond the music, the concert was also praised for its high level of security, with over 200 security personnel drawn from the Ghana Police Service and private security agencies deployed to ensure safety and order throughout the night.
With its massive turnout, seamless organisation and cultural significance, Made in Taadi 2025 once again proved why it remains a flagship event on Ghana’s entertainment calendar, reinforcing Kofi Kinaata’s vision of using music to promote community, tourism and regional pride.
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.
