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Black Panther: Amaarae featured on Wakanda Forever Prologue
Ghanaian singer and songwriter, Amaarae has been featured on the new soundtrack EP for the Black Panther sequel.
The soundtrack EP Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Prologue was released by Hollywood Records and Marvel Music on Monday, July 25.
Amaarae sang the second track on the three-track EP. The track called ‘A body, A Coffin’, despite its name is an upbeat Afrobeat-inspired track.
She co-wrote the song with Swediah composer Ludwig Göransson, Kyu Steed, KZ, Cracker Mallo and Maesu.
The track follows Tems’ ‘No Woman No Cry’ which was featured in the first teaser ahead of the movie’s release in November.
The EP also features “Soy” by Mexican artiste, Santa Fe Klan.
Swedish composer Ludwig Göransson produced all three songs, and co-wrote “A Body, A Coffin” with Amaarae,
Amaarae took to her social media handles to share the good news with her fans and followers.
Black Panther’s director Ryan Coogler and Göransson released a statement explaining the EP.
They noted that the EP is a look into what’s to come for both the film and the official soundtrack album.
Read the full statement below:
This Prologue is an aural first glimpse of Wakanda Forever. The sound world for the film began with extended trips to Mexico and Nigeria.
We spent our days working with traditional musicians who educated us about the cultural, social and historical contexts of their music.
We built a catalogue of instrumental and vocal recordings with them that explored both traditional and non-traditional uses of their musical material.
During the nights on these trips, we had recording sessions with contemporary artists who were akin to the characters and thematic material explored in the film.
Using the script as a blueprint, along with the recordings from the traditional musicians, we began to build a musical vocabulary for the characters, storylines and cultures.
The instrumental score and soundtrack for Wakanda Forever both organically grew from these sessions and workshops.
They are conceived together as a singular entity to create an immersive and enveloping sound world for the film.
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Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
The fourth edition of the fast-rising fashion and cultural event, the Slit and Kaba Festival, is set to take place on May 1 at the Legon City Mall in Accra.
Organised by Roots Africa, the festival aims to promote Ghanaian culture through the traditional Kaba and Slit outfit, known for its vibrant African prints and unique designs.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro ahead of this year’s edition, dubbed “Old School Kaba and Slit Meets Batakari,” the Founder of Roots Africa, Mrs. Deborah Kabutey-Djisah, popularly known as Manye Korngo, said the event has gained significant popularity over the years and promised an even bigger experience this time around.
“The intention is to revive old-school fashion while celebrating our revered Fugu, also known as Batakari, which has gained massive exposure in recent times,” she stated.
“It is also an opportunity to showcase our culture and demonstrate to young people how fashion has evolved over the years,” she added.
She further called on vendors to come on board to display their products and services, noting that thousands of patrons are expected to attend the event.
“Don’t miss the chance to have your brand featured on our flyers, make incredible sales, and be part of an unforgettable experience,” she urged.
According to her, the previous edition was a great success, attracting patrons from across the country. Due to the growing interest, a larger venue had to be secured to accommodate the anticipated crowd.
“I’m expecting ten times more people than we had at last year’s festival,” she added.
