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Kamelyeon ‘breakout’ with maiden ‘Rainbow’ EP
One of Ghana’s best dancehall genii, Kamelyeon has finally broken out of his shell with maiden Extented Play (EP), dubbed ‘Rainbow’.
An Extended Play is often referred to as EP or mini-album is a musical recording that contains more tracks than a single but is usually unqualified as an album.
Speaking to The Spectator during a media listening session held at Oliver Twist Shack at Lartebiokorshie in Accra, Kamelyeon said, chameleon, like rainbow, is full of colours, and for that reason, the EP represents a covenant with his fans that he will never disappoint them.
Kamelyeon added that this EP represented a new phase of his career, and was ready to take his craft to another level to lift the image of Ghana music.
He said that the six-songs EP, was full of stories, and that this accounted for the delay even though he had been in the music circles for long.
ccording to him, the songs gave consolation and encouragement to people going through problems to never give up.
Others, he said, threw light on social media life of people and the need for tolerance among the fan base of musicians, urging them (fans) to be circumspect in all their endeavours.
Kamelyeon expressed his appreciation to Kofi Akoto of 16th August 85 Villa company for believing in his talent and investing in new project said.
“I wasn’t getting the right people to invest in my talent, and for Kofi Akoto to come in with this support, I am very grateful,” he said.
One of the producers of the album, Fimfim who was at the programme said working with Kamelyeon was a nice collaboration because he knew what he was about.
Ace prodcuer, JMJ, also called on Ghanaians to support Kamelyeon because he was endowed with a lot of talent.
The songs which are available on all music digital stores include, Positive & Negetive, Sm Addict, Mr Pinto, Party time, Smile, Overflow and Outro.
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By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian musician Ezecheal Kwasi Asimeng Frimpong, popularly known as Ancienth has released a new Palmwine single titled ‘Asukese Abena’.
The song is a celebration of love, culture, and the timeless wisdom embedded in Ghana’s traditional way of life.
According to him, the project is meant to remind people that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past.
“Through this project, I want people to understand that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past, it is a living heritage that still speaks powerfully to the present,” he said.
Ancienth traces his journey in Palmwine music to the pioneering work of Kwame Asare, also known as Jacob Sam, and the Kumasi Trio. He credits them with laying the foundation for one of Ghana’s most important musical traditions, a path that later generations continue to walk.
“I entered this space because I believe every nation must protect its cultural voice,” Ancienth explained, adding that “Palmwine music carries our stories, values, humour, history, and identity. Preserving it is not only a musical responsibility but also a cultural one.”
The musician described the journey as rewarding but challenging, noting that traditional music often receives less attention and investment compared to mainstream genres.
To strengthen the space, he is calling for greater support from the media, cultural institutions, educational bodies, and the public.
“My appeal to Ghanaians is simple, support indigenous music, because when a people lose their cultural sound, they gradually lose part of their identity,” he added.
As a torchbearer of Palmwine Music, Ancienth says his mission is to honour the legacy of the pioneers while introducing Palmwine music to new generations and audiences across the world.
Asukese Abena is now available on all digital platforms, including YouTube
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of celebrated visual artist and Guinness World Record holder Sharon Dede Padi, popularly known as Padiki.
In a statement signed on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Authority said Padiki’s passing was a painful loss to Ghana’s tourism and creative sectors, as well as the nation at large.
“Padiki was more than a Guinness World Record holder. She was a beacon of resilience, determination, creativity, and youthful excellence whose remarkable achievement brought pride not only to herself and her family but also to Ghana,” the statement said.
It added that through her determination to dream big and push boundaries, she inspired countless young people to believe that passion, perseverance and hard work could make the impossible possible.
The Authority said Ghana had lost “one of its brightest ambassadors whose story embodied the spirit of innovation, excellence, and the boundless potential of our people”.
Maame Efua Houadjeto, together with the management and staff of the GTA, extended condolences to Padiki’s family, friends and loved ones, as well as all those inspired by her journey.
