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Beat makers face-off in maiden competition
Rhythmic and sensational beat producer in Ghana, Qp Music Studio, has opened doors for beat makers in Ghana to compete in the maiden beat challenge.
The competition was launched in Accra by Zapp Mallet, a renowned Ghanaian Record Producer at the Qp Music Studio at Abelemkpe.
According to Madam Lillian Kent, Media Relations Officer of Qp Music Production, the aim of this worthy challenge was for beat makers in Ghana both recognised and budding to come on board and compete.
The winner of the competition would represent Ghana on the international level in Toronto, Canada.
She highlighted that, producers were to submit no more than 10 and not less than eight beats for the battle, and added that each beat should not be less than 60 seconds and must be in a form of mp3.
Madam Kent underscored that beats with vocals would not be accepted and rules of the submissions should be strictly adhered to.
“Beats submitted would be screened by a jury made up of three members chaired by Zapp Mallet, all the three are industry players,” she explained.
The Media Relations Officer announced that the deadline for submissions would be September 30, 2020, stating that the final battle would be held at Sika Hall at Atinka Studios, Accra.
She told producers to submit their beats at Qp Studios at Abelemkpe opposite Marwarko, Accra or send entries via email qpmusicpro@gmail.com
Madam Kent expressed appreciation to Mr Samuel Quartey-Papafio, founder of Qp Music Production for spearheading the affairs of the studio, and giving this opportunity to beat makers.
By Alfred Nii Arday Ankrah
WINGXSTUDIOS has officially announced the launch of its highly anticipated talent search, aimed at discovering a bold, confident, and photogenic individual to represent the brand as the next WingXstudios Icon.
The initiative, which is open to all ages and gender, seeks individuals with the ability to tell powerful stories through images without speaking a single word.
According to the organisers, the ideal candidate should possess the charisma and creativity to sell a brand or product with just a single picture.
As part of the ultimate prize package, the winner will receive a cash prize, the coveted WingXstudios Icon title, ambassadorial deals, and opportunities to collaborate with other brands.
In addition, the selected icon will secure a contract with WingXstudios, which includes free photoshoots throughout their reign.
WingXstudios is also calling on sponsors and partners who wish to support or collaborate on this new project. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the studio directly for more details.
The search is officially on, and the studio urges anyone with talent, confidence, and visual storytelling ability to step forward and seize this opportunity.
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MAAME TIWAA, the celebrated backing vocalist of legendary gospel group ‘Yaw Sarpong & Asomafo,’ has been reported dead after a short illness. The news of her demise broke in the early hours of Sunday, December 7, 2025.
For decades, Maame Tiwaa stood beside Yaw Sarpong as the soothing female voice of the group. She contributed to numerous gospel classics that continue to inspire believers across the country. Her vocals featured prominently on numerous gospel classics including ‘Wo Haw Ne Sen’, ‘Awurade Ka Me Ho’, ‘Yen Fa Oye Nkoaa’, and ‘Mensuro’. These songs became staples in Christian homes and churches across Ghana, with many believers drawing spiritual upliftment from her performances. Her voice helped establish the Asomafo sound as one of the most influential gospel collectives in the country.
Her last known performances was her tribute to Yaw Sarpong at this year’s TGMA night and at her son’s wedding. In recent months, Maame Tiwa had been actively caring for Yaw Sarpong during his health struggles.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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