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Miami” TV show: “My Sound” by Stonebwoy and Shaggy featured as a soundtrack on “Love & Hip Hop
“My Sound,” a song by Stonebwoy, an award-winning Ghanaian international musician, has been featured as a soundtrack on “Love & Hip Hop, Miami TV Show.”
The song was featured in the season 5 premiere of the hit docu-soap and reality television franchise, which aired on Monday (August 14). The show highlights the bold, edgy, gorgeous, and diverse Miami city as well as delves into its rich cultural heritage while featuring tales of striving for stardom in the hip-hop, Latin, and reggaeton music scenes.
“My Sound” which features Legendary Jamaican dancehall singer Shaggy was commercially released the 12th track off Stonebwoy’s Billboard-rated fifth studio album “5Th Dimension”.
Produced by Praiz, a Nigerian musician and sound engineer, the captivating track effortlessly blends reggae, dancehall, and afrobeat influences. It is critically acclaimed as a unifying force, bridging the gap between the African natives and the people of the Caribbean.
Comprising 17 songs, “5Th Dimension” is the BET-award winner and GRAMMY nominee’s first collection under Universal Music Group and DefJam Recordings. The album blends pop and pop-related themes with genres like Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, amapiano, and folk.
It receives guest vocal contributions from Legendary composer and performer Angelique Kidjo, Afrobeats forerunners Tiwa Savage, Davido, and Oxlade, as well as Amapiano singer Maphorisa. Leading up to its release, the album was previewed by a number of singles, notably “Far Away” and “More Of You.” Stonebwoy is currently on tour, taking the new album on the road in the United States of America and Canada.
Leaving a trail with eight sold-out shows thus far and euphoric crowds in Duluth, Guyana, Boston, Hartford, New York, Washington, Ardmore, and more, the tour forms part of the singer’s effort to showcase his extraordinary talent while reconnecting with his core fans.
He headlined the Masquerade in Altanta on Wednesday (August 16) and set to perform in Detroit at the Afronation US festival on Sunday, August 20th. Other stops include Toronto (August 25), Edmonton (August 26), and Vancouver (August 27). Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” North America tour dates: 16th August, Atlanta, GA (USA)
20th August, Detroit, MI (USA)
25th August, Toronto, ON (CANADA)
26th August, Edmonton, AB (CANADA)
27th August, Vancouver, BC (CANADA) Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” Europe & UK tour dates: 26th October, Manchester
27th October, Birmingham
27th October, London Tickets out now via: https://bio.to/Stonebwoy Stream “5Th Dimension” album here: https://stonebwoy.lnk.to/5Dimension Stream “My Sound” here: https://open.spotify.com/track/735TN87WKVBfTd3jZV6vPx
THE president of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) Mr Bessa Simon has described criticism against a donation made to the family of the legendary Yaw Sarpong as misleading and a means to tarnish their image.
According to him, GH¢500 donated to the family during one week observance wasn’t the final funeral contribution but a symbolic amount to help with refreshment during the one week observance.
• Yaw Sarpong
He told the Spectator Agoro that the Union will make a formal donation at the funeral to the icon in the gospel industry.
“Giving an amount at one week is a common practice and shouldn’t overshadow Yaw Sarpongs legacy” he added
Meanwhile others praised MUSIGA for showing solidarity, others condemned the amount, describing it as inadequate and disrespectful to the legacy of the veteran singer.
Yaw Sarpong, born in Accra, emerged as one of Ghana’s most influential gospel musicians and a defining voice in contemporary Christian music across West Africa.
Rising from humble beginnings and shaped by the political and social turbulence of post-independence Ghana, he transformed gospel music with a distinctive blend of spiritual depth, lyrical clarity, and disciplined musical arrangement.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah, Ghana’s celebrated child prodigy and youngest achiever ever recorded in the Guinness World Records’ 70-year history is set to captivate audiences at the upcoming Ghana Independence Day celebrations in Beijing, China.
The Ghana Embassy in the People’s Republic of China will host series of events culminating on March 6, 2026, to mark Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary, with Ace Liam’s artwork prominently featured.
As part of the Embassy’s cultural initiatives, an art exhibition will showcase creative works by top Ghanaian artists including Ace Liam and renowned artist Ibrahim Mahama.
The exhibition aims to celebrate Ghana’s vibrant cultural heritage and foster closer cultural ties between Ghana and China.
At just 3 years old, Ace-Liam has earned acclaim for his innovative artistic talents. His participation in the Independence Day events highlights the role of young Ghanaian artists in promoting the country’s rich culture on a global stage.
Ambassador Kojo Bonsu, during a press soiree held on February 5, 2026, emphasised Ghana’s commitment to deepening its relationship with China through cultural exchange and economic collaboration.
The planned events will also include a business forum and a fashion show by Nineteen57, blending traditional and modern Ghanaian styles.
This will be Ace-Liam’s second international art exhibition after his debut in Barbados at the GUBA Awards.
In 2025, he received an award at the UK Parliament House of Commons as a Global Child Prodigy in Arts. He was also awarded the Kid Creator of the Year at the Creators Awards Ghana 2025.
In a related development, Ace-Liam Ankrah has been recognised as a Young Achiever in the Guinness World Records Book 2026 edition, becoming the youngest achiever in the organisation’s 70-year history.
Featured in the special anniversary edition marking seven decades of global excellence, Ace-Liam joins a distinguished group of record holders and global icons such as Simone Biles, Usain Bolt, and Dolly Parton. His achievements have made a lasting impact worldwide, capturing international attention through the extraordinary power of early childhood creativity.
This latest recognition by Guinness World Records marks a defining milestone not only for Ace-Liam, but also for Ghana and the African creative community. It highlights the importance of nurturing creativity from an early age and demonstrates the extraordinary possibilities that emerge when talent is supported and allowed to flourish.
Reacting to this news, Ace-Liam’s Mother/Manager Chantelle Kuukua Eghan remarked, ‘Ace-Liam being featured in the 2026 Guinness World Records Book as a Young Achiever is a dream come true. I feel blessed and super excited to be his mother. This is not just a win for him, but a win for all kids in the world.’’
Ace-Liam’s artistic journey began at just six months old when his mother, Ghanaian visual artist Chantelle Kuukua, laid out a canvas and paints to keep him engaged while she worked on a commissioned piece.
What began as a simple moment of curiosity quickly revealed something remarkable. Within minutes, he created his first artwork, later titled The Crawl, a vibrant expression that marked the beginning of an exceptional creative path.
Edem Mensah –Tsotorme
