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GMA-USA unveils nominees for second edition
The nominees of the second edition of Ghana Music Awards USA was unveiled last Saturday, and as usual the competition was tight with a lot of musicians gearing up for the ultimate.
The event which is organised by the Don’s Music Production in partnership with Highlife Media USA, rewards musicians who released their works between January and December 2020.
Interestingly, musicians in the United States of America are separated from artistes based in Ghana.
The US-based female Artiste of the Year contest would see the likes of Nana Adwoa, Millicent Yankey, Herty Corgie, Inspirational Gifty, Melody frempong, Esther Afua Yirenkyi and Stella Addo competing for the title.
The US-based Artiste of the Year would be a tight ‘fight’ among Humphrey Tettey, Jayhover, Kaykay Amponsah, Jamin Beats, Oboy Murphy, Archipalago, Bra Collins, Renak, DJ ASumadu and Cburn.
The US-based Best Rapper of the Year would be an interesting battle among Bra Collins, DJ Asamudu,UNDXray and Young Theoryy.
Other categories for artistes based in the USA include Music Video of the Year, Afro Pop Artiste of the Year, Best Gospel Song of the Year and Discovery of the Year.
For the artistes based in Ghana, Adina, Diana Hamilton, Celestine Donkor, MzVee, Efya, Sista Afia, Efe Grace and Joyce Blessing would battle it out for the Female Vocalist of the Year.
Eric Jeshrun, Joe Mettle, Diana Hamilton, MOG Music, Celestine Donkor, Akesse Brempong, Nacee and Yaw Sarpong & Asomafo would wrestle it out for the ultimate in the Gospel Artiste of the Year category.
It will be a tough battle in the Afrobeat/Afropop Artiste of the Year category among Gyakie, KiDi, King Promise, Wendy Shay, Darkovibes, Kelvin Boy, Adi Self and Mr.Drew.
The coveted Artiste of the Year race would be a hard nut to crack as KiDi, Sarkodie, Kuami Eugene, Fameye, Medikal, Stonebwoy, Mr.Drew and Diana Hamilton prove their mettle for the crown.
There are other exciting categories with tight competition in the award scheme which is expected to take place in August at Tropicana Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey.
GHANAIAN gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty, has released a spirit-filled song titled “Sunsum Ndwom.”
The song, which is already making waves shortly after its release, is delivered in three parts, each carrying a powerful message.
The first part reflects on the mystery of Prophet Elijah, where people wondered who he was after he prayed and called down fire from heaven.
The second part centres on salvation, urging believers not to celebrate only power and miracles, but to celebrate the fact that their names are written in the Book of Life, because that is what lasts forever.
The third part celebrates the beauty of God’s healing power, a song originally composed by her late mother.
The gospel star is urging Ghanaians to stream the song on all platforms and encounter its powerful lyrics.
She also stressed the need to preserve Ghana’s traditional gospel sound, expressing hope that the new generation will embrace their heritage.
Empress Gifty further expressed appreciation to all stakeholders in the industry who have supported her career over the years.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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GHANAIAN media personality, Joyce Akumaa Dongotey-Padi, affectionately called Akumaa, has marked the 18th anniversary of her Mama Zimbi Foundation (MZF).
The event was held at the Broken Yoke Ministry International at Klagon in Accra.
Thousands of widows who benefited were taken through health education for good living, business enhancement, women empowerment and legal education, among others.
In addition, they were given water, cloth, rice, noodles, oil, Noko Fine Washing Powder and other toiletries.
Mrs Dongotey-Padi noted that there is land earmarked for vocational training and gari processing for those who are unemployed and would want to make ends meet.
Against that backdrop, she expressed appreciation to gospel musician Empress Gifty for supporting her with her Noko Fine Washing Powder and Verna Mineral Water.
According to her, it went a long way to put smiles on the faces of the widows.
Akumaa Mama Zimbi further said that if she looks back on how the journey started 18 years ago, she feels fulfilled in impacting thousands of lives.
According to her, this motivates her to do even more to put smiles on the faces of people.
The Mama Zimbi Foundation is an NGO committed to motivating, empowering and supporting widows and their children, as well as educating adolescents on their sexual and reproductive health.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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