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Ghanaian singer X Lor releases debut EP
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Ghanaian singer and songwriter X Lor has released his debut extended play (EP), Tornado, a seven-track project that he says reflects years of artistic development and introduces his self-created music genre, ABL (Angels Beyond Limitations).
The EP, available on major streaming platforms from Friday, explores themes including love, loyalty, forgiveness, second chances and healing through a collection of emotionally driven songs.
“Tornado is a deeply personal body of work that showcases years of musical experimentation and growth, helping shape my own sound and genre, ABL,” X Lor said in a statement.
The project opens with “I Gotchu,” a song centred on trust and reassurance, while the title track, “Tornado,” celebrates romance and admiration. Other tracks include “By 7,” which reflects longing and the desire to sustain meaningful relationships, and “They Nuh Fi Know,” which explores intimacy and privacy.
“On My Mind” focuses on loyalty and companionship, “Go Away” examines the choice of self-preservation over a relationship, and the closing track, “Till the End,” expresses enduring commitment and love.
X Lor described the EP as more than a collection of songs, saying it captures different emotions, experiences and perspectives on love.
“Tornado is a collection of emotions, experiences and perspectives on love in its many forms—its beauty, its challenges, its sacrifices and its lasting impact,” he said.
He also credited his team, particularly executive manager Richard Boahene, for helping bring the project to life.
The release serves as the most comprehensive introduction yet to ABL, a genre X Lor created to define his artistic vision. According to the artist, ABL blends Afrobeats, Highlife, R&B, Soul, Gospel and contemporary African music while emphasising spirituality, authenticity and emotional expression.
Since launching his music career in 2018, X Lor has built a following as an independent artist. His single “By 7” has surpassed 100,000 streams across digital platforms, while his songwriting credits include collaborations with artists such as Mya Sima, Naja and Whitnee Dee.
He has also contributed songwriting, vocal arrangements and vocal production assistance to Ghanaian musicians Guru and Akan, and has performed alongside artists including KiDi, Mr Drew and Coco Vanilla.
Tornado was produced by Beat Vampire (Craze), Master Maison, Bamba Beats, Madtunes, Jaemally and Trevor Beats, with mixing and mastering handled by Gigz Beat and PSM Beats.
Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy has responded to Sarkodie after the rapper’s recent tweet about principles in the music industry.
In a lengthy post on X (formerly Twitter), Stonebwoy recounted how he called Sarkodie the day after his Rapperholic show in the UK to congratulate him, adding that their conversation lasted over 10 minutes.
He noted that after his (Stonebwoy) own show at the OVO Arena, Sarkodie posted a video on social media.
“Whatever message you meant to send across, only you can explain,” Stonebwoy wrote.
According to him, after he made what he described as a factual tweet about the industry, he still reached out to Sarkodie privately because of some cryptic posts the rapper had been making.
“You called back immediately. I missed it, but I called you back after, and we spoke for more than an hour on industry, behaviors, and perspectives,” he disclosed.
Stonebwoy revealed that during their hour-long chat, Sarkodie made it clear that no artiste could be forced to uphold any principle, stressing that in the Ghanaian music industry artistes must play along as long as it benefits them.
“You were very clear about how no artiste could be ‘forced’ to uphold any form of principle. That, literally, in our industry, artistes must play along so far as it benefits them, and it cannot matter how, because we all care about different things. Which is evident in Video 1,” he stated.
Referencing two videos he shared, Stonebwoy concluded that Sarkodie’s recent tweet was equally been considered, insisting that without principle, advice is merely an opinion.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has sent a heartfelt message to his fanbase, SarkNation, urging them to move away from toxic fan culture and return to what made the group special.
In a long statement shared on social media, the rapper acknowledged SarkNation for birthing many of the fanbase trends in Ghana today, saying he doesn’t take that for granted.
He praised the “day ones”, the first wave of SarkNation, for positioning his brand with commitment and loyalty, without toxic energy.
According to him, a true SarkNation member should not be consumed by what another brand is doing.
“A true SarkNation member shouldn’t be consumed by what another brand is doing. Focus on the brand you love. No hate. No bitterness. No unnecessary competition. You don’t have to tear someone else down to prove your loyalty to Sarkodie,” he cautioned.
Sarkodie noted that as fanbases grow, dilution is inevitable, but the current trend of fanbases tearing each other down does not help the industry or the artists they claim to support.
He advised his fans not to fall for bait and online triggers, and cautioned artists against entertaining fans who insult other brands just to elevate them.
According to him, “Just because a fan sh**s on another brand to elevate you doesn’t mean they love you more… They may look like they’re fighting for you, but they genuinely don’t give AF about you.”
The rapper called on the new crop of SarkNation to learn from the old crop, whose focus was always the music, the movement and the brand.
“I know I’m still here because of God, SarkNation and hard work, so I never joke with you guys. I appreciate y’all more than you know,” he added.
