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Kelvyn Boy releases ‘Blackstar’ album amidst electrifying performances
It was a charged atmosphere filled with excitement, at the Silicon House Production at Tesano in Accra on October 29, 2020, following the “outdooring” of “Blackstar”.
The release was heralded with a launch party which saw a lot of performances from topnotch musicians.
Many industry players who had filled the auditorium were mesmerised as the likes of M.anifest, Joey B, Kofi Mole, Kwamina MP,Efya, Fameye, among others jumped on the stage to prove their mettle.
Kelvyn Boy on the day was at his best as his irresistible voice ‘compelled’ everyone in the auditorium to stand on their feet throughout the performance.
Indeed, he established that he is the next big thing when it comes to live band performance and export of Ghana music as well as Afrobeat to other parts of the world.
The ‘Blackstar’ album has songs like ‘Prayer’, ‘Tele’, ‘Visa’, ‘Hangover’ ft. Kojo Funds, ‘Stuck on You’ ft Kofi Mole, Quamina MP, Medikal, Twitch; ‘Best Friend’ ft. Suzz Blaq and ‘Finally’ ft. Samini.
Others are ‘Watch Nobody’ ft. Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, ‘Government’ ft. Rocky Dawuni, ‘Search’ ft. Efya, ‘Mata’, ‘Momo’, ‘Style’, ‘Clean’ and ‘Never Lose.’
Producers who worked on the album included, Anel Worldwide, Kel P, Liquid Beatz, Ugly Beatz, Willobeatz, Myx Quest, and Samsney, among others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, is reporteddead.
The 66 year old gospel artiste is said to have died at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi on January 20, where he was receiving medical treatment.
For sometime now, Yaw Sarpong had been dealing with prolonged health challenges, forcing him to reduce his public appearances and step away periodically from performances.
Yaw Sarpong is widely credited as a pioneer of contemporary Akan gospel music.
Through Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo, he introduced a distinctive sound marked by rich harmonies, disciplined arrangements and lyrics firmly grounded in Christian teachings.
His leadership and musical direction helped shape the identity of gospel music in Ghana for decades.
Some popular tunes by the group includes ‘Wo Haw Ne Sen’, ‘Tie Obiaa’, ‘Aduro Yesu’ and ‘Awurade Kasa’, tracks that continue to feature prominently in churches and Christian gatherings across the country.
Yaw Sarpong’s death comes barely some weeks after the passing of Maame Tiwa, a key pillar of the Yaw Sarpong’s Asomafo music group.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Heavens will come down at the International Central Gospel Church, Temple East (ICGC) as gospel songstress Diana Hamilton holds her annual concert.
The annual concert ‘Awake Experience’ with Diana Hamilton will take place in Accra on February 15, and at the church of Pentecost, Bantama Kumasi on February 22.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro, she said this year offers another opportunity to have an experience with God, saying “So I want to be in his presence and watch him do mind blowing things.”
The ‘Aha Ye’ hit maker also announced that leading up to the event, the Diana Hamilton Team will embark on various outreaches to spread the gospel through ministration.
Themed ‘Dwell,’ will bring together renowned artiste and worshippers to celebrate faith and music.
Notable among them are Elder Dr Kwesi Mireku, Ntokozo Mbambo, Sisi Baidoo, Nana Yaw Ofori- Atta, Tagoe sisters and Joojo Arhin.
Diana Hamilton is a celebrated Ghanaian gospel singer, songwriter, and nurse, known for her inspirational music, spiritual depth, and impactful stage presence.
She has achieved historic wins like VGMA Artiste of the Year in 2021, becoming the first female gospel artist to do so, and is also recognised for her philanthropic work through the Diana Hamilton Foundation.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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