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Korley Black ready to take rap music to different level
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Korley Black
One of Ghana’s fast-rising sensational rappers, Korley Black is set to make a huge mark in the Ghanaian music industry with his outstanding rap style.
Korley Black, with the name Frederick Tamatey hails from Somanya in the Eastern region and raps in his native language Krobo.
With over 20 singles to his credit and making a statement in the Krobo land and beyond, the talented singer is looking forward to releasing his debut album which he described as a masterpiece.
Formerly known in showbiz as Black Spartan, the young lad who is fast becoming the pride of the Krobo land told The Spectator Agoro in an interview that, he raps in his dialect in a quest to become a voice for his people.
Though he has some music in English, he said, he was focused on making a mark with his language and give his people something to cheer about.
“My album would be full of new songs that would talk about issues of society since music is not only about entertainment but also motivate and inspire people,” he stated.
“I also put my personal experience into my music which resonates with a lot of people in Ghana and the world at large,” he stressed.
For example, a song like ‘Adidikorngme’ has received a lot of praise from young people as it talks about their struggles in life and gave the hope for the future.
Other singles are Dollar First, Yi orme (the ladies), Dede, Krobo Ni Ba, Krobo Rap King and Obidi Bi.
Korley Black would host his yearly concert, ‘Blackout Concert’ on December 25 in Somanya along with other artistes.
He advised young people to continue working to achieve their goals, adding that, there was no blueprint to success and no laid-down path to follow, hence the need to continue working hard and maintain their identity.
He also appealed for support from individuals and corporate entities to help upcoming artistes come to the limelight.
“The old folks or established artistes can take up the young ones and support them to become great. That way, we can preserve a great future for the music industry,” he stated.
Korley Black who holds a degree in Telecommunications and Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), is also looking forward to securing a job to support his music career.
“The world should look out for Korley Black. I am committed to making my people proud and would continue working to achieve that dream,” he stated.
By Michael D. Abayateye
Rising genre-bending artiste Sena Awudi has reached an inspiring new milestone, winning Emerging Act of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards USA.
The honour celebrates Sena’s remarkable growth, fearless creativity, and commitment to building a musical world that brings together sound, culture, storytelling, and striking visual expression.
From singles such as “Cocoa Skin,” “SoundCloud,” “Useless,” “Blame,” and “What U Mean,” every release has revealed a new chapter in her evolution as an artist.
For Sena, the award represents more than recognition—it is a powerful reminder that every dream begins with the courage to be seen and heard. It honours the long hours, difficult moments, creative risks, and unwavering belief that have shaped her journey.
The achievement arrives as Sena prepares to release her upcoming single, “Rewind.” Following Out of the Blue, the new song introduces the next era of AWUDI and signals an exciting step forward in her artistic journey.
Rooted in pop and R&B while drawing inspiration from Afrobeats and cultures around the world, Sena refuses to be confined by genre. She allows each song to become whatever it needs to be to tell its story honestly.
Beyond her own success, Sena hopes to use her music to connect people across cultures and make AWUDI a safe space where listeners can find comfort, confidence, freedom, and a sense of belonging.
Winning Emerging Act of the Year is not simply the celebration of how far Sena has come.
Industry watchers say it is the beginning of everything still ahead, a defining moment for an artist determined to tell meaningful stories, inspire others, and leave her mark on the global music landscape.
It was a night of intellect, eloquence and culture as contestants of the 2026 Miss Tourism Ghana took centre stage at the Coconut Grove Regency Hotel for the Debate and Culture Night last Saturday.
The event, which forms part of activities leading up to the grand finale, saw the ladies move beyond beauty to battle with ideas, facts and opinions on a topic critical to the tourism industry.
The contestants debated the topic: The Importance of Traditional and Digital Media on Promotion of Tourism.
For the debate, the contestants were grouped into two teams of four, each tasked with defending a side of the argument.
It was a fierce but respectful exchange. The team arguing for traditional media described it as the trust builder, emphasising its credibility, mass reach, and its power to tell in-depth, emotional stories through television documentaries, radio and newspaper features.
They argued that traditional media still shapes public opinion and influences policy decisions in the tourism sector.
On the other side, the proponents of digital media raised salient points about its unmatched advantages in the modern era.
They highlighted its global reach at low cost, its two-way interaction that allows tourists to share real experiences and reviews, its ability to target specific audiences, and its measurable results where clicks, views and bookings can be tracked.
After heated arguments and rebuttals, both teams arrived at a powerful consensus that drew applause from the audience.
They concluded that without traditional media, tourism promotion lacks credibility and depth, and without digital media, it lacks reach, engagement and sales.
The judges and patrons agreed that the debate underscored a crucial lesson for Ghana’s tourism drive: for a country blessed with rich cultural heritage, colourful festivals, historic forts and castles, diverse wildlife and pristine beaches, the winning formula lies in combining the storytelling power of traditional media with the viral power of digital media to attract both domestic and international tourists.
The night was not only about debate, as the contestants also dazzled in cultural wear, showcasing the beauty and diversity of Ghanaian culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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