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CT Praise to release much-awaited “The Encounter” album on Sunday
The much-awaited The Encounter album of CT Praise of the International Central Gospel Church, ICGC, would be released on Sunday, April 9, 2023.
The debut album would be released at the 2023 edition of the annual easter concert “HE LIVES” at ICGC Christ Temple East-Teshie.
Speaking to Thespectatoronline at the private listening session for industry players on Tuesday, March 4, Pastor Edwin Dadson, one of the lead singers of the album said, the team feels very great to have finally recorded the album awaiting the launch on Sunday.
“It feels great, we give thanks to God because it is something we have been nurturing for a long and finally it is out there,” he said.
He said the album is a mixture of all genres in the gospel and has what it takes to satisfy the spiritual needs of every Christian.
Sharing his experience on how the album was put together, he said they went on a retreat two weeks before they recorded and from group writing with their skills, they were able to compose 30 songs.
Edwin Dadson urged all music lovers to subscribe to their Youtube channel, and other streaming platform and stream all their 16 songs.
CT Praise released their first song off the album ‘‘I have come back’’ on March 3, 2023, which features Nigerian gospel minister Nathaniel Bassey and later released a medley dubbed Lala Dance.
ICGC Church, CT Praise’s Ministry is aimed at preaching the Word through music, thus, advancing the Kingdom of God.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend.
He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management expressed appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the awards.
“Management would like to sincerely appreciate the organisers of the IRAWMA awards for the recognition and continuous support for African music on the global stage.
“We also extend our deepest gratitude to fans across the world, especially the Shatta Movement fraternity, for their unwavering support, votes, and dedication throughout the years,” the statement said.
The statement added that the latest wins reaffirm the artiste’s position as one of Africa’s leading musical exports and a prominent figure in global dancehall culture.
The awards bring Shatta Wale’s total haul at the IRAWMA to 11, highlighting his continued presence on the international reggae and dancehall scene.
At last year’s edition, he won three awards: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for “Killa Ji Mi”, and Best Crossover Song for “Commando” featuring Bounty Killer. -GNA
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
