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Teenage versatile drummer, Aayush makes Ghana proud
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Talented drummer and music icon, Aayush Ramdas has emerged the winner the prestigious Swarayatra Little Champs Musical Group Talent Competition, Drumming Category held in Nigeria recently.
The teenager, who represented the Indian community in Ghana defeated other competitors from different countries to emerge the ultimate winner of the category.
Aayush, who is 14 years old and a pupil of the the Delhi Public School at Tema, Community 25 gained popularity last year after he parttook of the composition of the popular ‘Coffin Dance Memes’ video which went viral on social media.
He became an instant drumming sensation in the Indian community in the country due to his unique style on the drums.
He regularly records musical videos and shares on social media for his fans and other music lovers.
Father of the drumming sensation Mr P.T Ramdass in an interview with The Spectator said “As parents, our primary responsibility is to help our children identify their passion and preserve their originality.
Aayush was very passionate about drums right from the tender age of four and we bought him a completed drum set when he was six years. Initially we arranged a teacher for him for a few weeks but the teacher was not regular.”
He explained that Aayush picked up on his own and started playing rhythm for some of Mr Ramdass’ Guitar Instrumental.
He said, to fuel the passion of his son, he encouraged him to do stage shows at every opportunity and “here we are, a Father-Son Duo who do one recording every weekend and share within our WhatsApp groups and Instagram.”
He revealed that Aayush was invited to perform at the inauguration of an Indian Restaurant named ‘Meet N Eat’ and was gifted an Octapad in appreciation of his outstanding performance.
Mr Ramdass said that he had a band called PT’s Nest which is quite famous in the Indian community in Ghana.
He revealed that Aayush “aspires to be like the prominent Indian drummer, Mr Sivamani who is well known internationally for his talent in drumming.”
He expressed gratitude to Ghanaians and Indiana for their support over the years and assured that there was more to come from the camp of his son, Aayush.
BY Raissa Sambou
Ghanaian musician Ezecheal Kwasi Asimeng Frimpong, popularly known as Ancienth has released a new Palmwine single titled ‘Asukese Abena’.
The song is a celebration of love, culture, and the timeless wisdom embedded in Ghana’s traditional way of life.
According to him, the project is meant to remind people that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past.
“Through this project, I want people to understand that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past, it is a living heritage that still speaks powerfully to the present,” he said.
Ancienth traces his journey in Palmwine music to the pioneering work of Kwame Asare, also known as Jacob Sam, and the Kumasi Trio. He credits them with laying the foundation for one of Ghana’s most important musical traditions, a path that later generations continue to walk.
“I entered this space because I believe every nation must protect its cultural voice,” Ancienth explained, adding that “Palmwine music carries our stories, values, humour, history, and identity. Preserving it is not only a musical responsibility but also a cultural one.”
The musician described the journey as rewarding but challenging, noting that traditional music often receives less attention and investment compared to mainstream genres.
To strengthen the space, he is calling for greater support from the media, cultural institutions, educational bodies, and the public.
“My appeal to Ghanaians is simple, support indigenous music, because when a people lose their cultural sound, they gradually lose part of their identity,” he added.
As a torchbearer of Palmwine Music, Ancienth says his mission is to honour the legacy of the pioneers while introducing Palmwine music to new generations and audiences across the world.
Asukese Abena is now available on all digital platforms, including YouTube
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of celebrated visual artist and Guinness World Record holder Sharon Dede Padi, popularly known as Padiki.
In a statement signed on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Authority said Padiki’s passing was a painful loss to Ghana’s tourism and creative sectors, as well as the nation at large.
“Padiki was more than a Guinness World Record holder. She was a beacon of resilience, determination, creativity, and youthful excellence whose remarkable achievement brought pride not only to herself and her family but also to Ghana,” the statement said.
It added that through her determination to dream big and push boundaries, she inspired countless young people to believe that passion, perseverance and hard work could make the impossible possible.
The Authority said Ghana had lost “one of its brightest ambassadors whose story embodied the spirit of innovation, excellence, and the boundless potential of our people”.
Maame Efua Houadjeto, together with the management and staff of the GTA, extended condolences to Padiki’s family, friends and loved ones, as well as all those inspired by her journey.
