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I will be surprised if ‘Atia’ doesn’t win Male Vocalist of the Year- Ras Kuuku
Ghanaian award-winning Reggae Dancehall musician, Ras Kuuku who has decided to pay tribute to Burga Highlife with ‘Atia’, has asserted that he would be surprised if the song doesn’t win him Male Vocalist of the Year at the next Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.
According to him, he decided to pay tribute to Burga highlife and dedicate it to a pioneer, the late George Darko.
Speaking to Thespectatoronline.com, Ras Kuuku said, the Burga Highlife as an extension of the genre emanated from Ghanaian musicians who travelled abroad and decided to explore the country’s sound.
The multiple award-winning musician said after releasing the song a couple of days ago, he had received numerous feedback regarding his vocal prowess.
“Many people have reacted to my voice on the song. When it comes to voice, I have it, and Highlife allows you to express that vocal dexterity and I delivered on the song,” he added.
Against this backdrop, Ras Kuuku said he is miles ahead to win the Male Vocalist of the Year with this song next year.
He said with similar sentiment shared by many stakeholders it would come as a surprise if he doesn’t win the Male Vocalist of the Year category.
“Atia is a tale of lovers, they are in love and the woman is trying to resist an attempt by her lover to travel abroad. She is of the view that, if her partner leaves her behind, loneliness will set in and finish her,” he revealed.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Franky 5 is new host of Max Morning Live
Celebrated radio and television personality Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Franky 5 has officially joined the iMAX Media Group.
The renowned presenter is set to light up the screens of Max TV as host of the station’s flagship morning show, Max Morning Live, starting Monday, September 8, 2020, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Franky 5 brings with him many years of rich experience in media, combining exceptional television and radio presentation skills with a proven track record in event organisation and creative production. His addition promises to deliver an exciting, refreshing experience to viewers of Max TV.
Over the years, Franky 5 has carved a unique niche in the Ghanaian media and showbiz industry with his dynamic and versatile style of presentation. Whether formal or informal, his delivery blends professionalism with an engaging flair that resonates with diverse audiences.
Beyond his on-screen duties, Franky 5 will also serve as Head of Entertainment and Events at iMAX Media Group, where he will play a key role in shaping the station’s entertainment content and driving innovative initiatives.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Osanju is dead
Popular Ghanaian content creator, Elvis Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Osanju has been reported dead.
According to sources, he was said to have died in the early hours on Monday, September 1, 2025 after a long battle with blood cancer (Leukemia)
His death has been a shock in the Ghanaian community especially coming shortly after his last post.
His demise comes five months after he had laid his mother, Amounu, also a tiktoker, to rest, having lost her in January.
Hours before his passing, he had posted a video on Sunday with friends watching the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano match, prompting many fans to initially dismiss the reports as a hoax.
Osanju’s death has been described as a huge loss by followers who admired his openness, resilience and positive outlook in the face of ill health.
However, Osanju had previously shared his battle with leukemia, a cancer of the blood, on his TikTok account, even eerily predicting his own demise on a couple of occasions.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
