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Daddy Lumba and Nana Acheampong reunite after years, perform together
The two veterans had been seen performing together for the primary time in a few years throughout a musical present dubbed, “The Legends Night”.
During their efficiency on the Legends Night which befell on the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC), Charles Kwadwo Fosu identified effectively as Daddy Lumba paid homage to former group member and buddy Nana Acheampong.
According to him, Nana Acheampong launched him to the Highlife style and additionally contributed to his profession.
“When I went to Germany, I was doing Gospel until I found Nana Acheampong who introduced me to Highlife. He has played a major role in my music career and I owe him a lot” he stated.
Until the 2 fell out, they had been a bunch often called Lumba Brothers.
Although the pair deliberate to launch an album in 1986, monetary constraints wouldn’t allow them to. The album was finally launched in 1989 with the assistance of Lumba’s spouse, Akosua Serwaa, who produced the album. The title of the album is Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu.
Source: www.pulse.com.gh
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards held in Florida over the weekend.
In a statement issued by his management on May 18, the award winning musician was announced as the winner of the Best African Dancehall Entertainer category.
He also won the Concert of the Year award for his music event, ShattaFest.
Management of the artiste expressed appreciation to the organisers of the IRAWMA Awards for recognising and supporting African music on the international stage.
The statement thanked fans across the world, especially members of the Shatta Movement fan base, for their continued support, votes and loyalty over the years.
According to management, the latest achievement further confirms Shatta Wale’s position as one of Africa’s leading music exports and a strong figure in global dancehall culture.
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Ghanaian rapper Medikal has praised fellow musician Black Sherif for winning the Artist of the Year award at the Telecel Ghana music awards, describing the recognition as well deserved.
Speaking on Onua Showtime on Sunday, Medikal explained that Black Sherif’s music reflects struggle, hard work and street life, which many people can relate to.
According to him, Black Sherif, popularly known as “Blacko,” earned the award because his songs connect strongly with the public.
“Obviously, if you listen to Blacko’s songs from day one, you will see that the content and lyrics are all about struggle and making it in life,” he stated.
He noted that Black Sherif’s journey from the streets to success makes his achievement inspiring to many young people.
Medikal added that he would have been happy if he had won the award himself, but he was equally happy for Black Sherif because he deserved it.
The rapper explained that his reaction during the awards event, where he nodded and applauded after the announcement, was a genuine show of support for his colleague.
He stressed that popular street songs often influence major award decisions, especially when people from different backgrounds sing and embrace the music.
According to him, Black Sherif’s hit songs became widely accepted by children, adults and even people at social gatherings and funerals, showing the level of influence he has gained.
“The street controls the song,” Medikal remarked, adding that an artiste who dominates the streets has a strong chance of winning major awards.
He further noted that he was not surprised by Black Sherif’s victory because every category Medikal himself was nominated in was highly competitive.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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