Entertainment
MMC Live returns with a bang
• Kenny Blaq thrilling audience at the event
Last Saturday, inside Accra’s Grand Arena truly showed how Ghanaians had missed Ghana’s only trilogy show event, Music, Magic & Comedy (MMC Live) after the show took a two-year break due to Covid-19 public protocol restriction.
It was a night of danceable tunes, laughter and pure magic from talented performers in an all-star line-up. That’s exactly what the 5th edition of MMC Live gave the audience, living up to the expectations and satisfaction of Ghanaians.
The unforgettable night of experience began with a colourful samba dance by Samba Ghana and a mix of live band music from the Ark Band, followed by Abetimi – a budding young female musician and Kweku Wina, the King of YFM Rapture Season Two.
With the crowd enjoying their slice of pizza alongside drinks and some ice cream, Ghana’s number one hype man Kojo Manuel and finest female DJ Mz Orstin – both of YFM, turned up the stage on the night.
The entry of Clemento Suarez, the host of the night, riding a bike from the audience to the stage took patrons by a surprise.
The evergreen smooth singer, Adina mounted the stage to perform her hits songs back-to-back after which young comedian Parrot Mouth laid the grounds for the performance of Nigeria’s Kenny Blaq.
Regardts Laubscher, the magician from South Africa, delivered some incredible magic that got people stunned.
Final performance on the night came from Artiste of the Year KiDi who threw the crowd to enjoy his danceable tunes back-to-back.
MMC LIVE is an annual event which took flight in June 2016 and has grown to become one of the most successful entertainment shows in Ghana. The event is organized by Global Media Alliance.
Entertainment
Shatta Wale pulls out of Afro+ Fest 2025
The management of Shatta Wale has announced that the artiste will not be able to perform at Afro+ Fest 2025 in Washington, D.C.
In a statement, Media and Public Relations Manager for the Shatta Movement team, Samuel Atuobi Baah, popularly known as Sammy Flex, said the cancellation was due to “unforeseen logistical constraints and tight timelines” which were outside the control of both Shatta Wale and the festival organizers.
According to the statement, Shatta Wale and his team had worked tirelessly over the past weeks to make the performance possible, and the artiste was fully prepared to join his fans in Washington, D.C.
It added that Shatta Wale was “truly disappointed” to miss the moment.
It stressed that the decision was not because of any lack of effort or willingness from Shatta Wale or Afro Plus, but rather a result of challenges many artistes face when traveling internationally under evolving regulations and time-sensitive requirements.
It further assured fans that Afro+ Fest 2025 “will still deliver an incredible experience” and noted that plans were already underway to set a future date for Shatta Wale to connect with his fans in person.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Entertainment
Empress Gifty wins Artiste of the Year at the 6th Ghana Music Awards USA
Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician, Empress Gifty Adorye, has been crowned Artiste of the Year at the 6th edition of the Ghana Music Awards USA held on August 16, 2025, at ACX1 Studios in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
The gospel star, who attended the event with her husband, Mr. Hopeson Adorye, also won the Gospel Song of the Year, making it a double victory on the night.
For the ultimate award, she beat stiff competition from King Promise, Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale, Diana Hamilton, Joe Mettle, Fameye, KiDi, King Paluta, and Team Eternity.
The ceremony, which celebrates Ghanaian music talents in both Ghana and the diaspora, saw US-based Ghanaian artistes such as Jay Hover, C-Ben and Kay Rockz receive honors.
Special tributes were paid to late Highlife icons Dada KD and Daddy Lumba, while Gyedu-Blay Ambolley was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
The night featured thrilling performances from Empress Gifty, Gyedu-Blay Ambolley, Kofi Kinaata, and comedian OB Amponsah.
In her acceptance speech, Empress Gifty thanked God, her fans, her manager, and the Ghana Music Awards USA organizers for the recognition.
She expressed her gratitude to radio stations, DJs, and all supporters who have stood by her throughout her career, saying: “I have a grateful heart. Thank you to everyone who voted for me and continues to support my journey. God bless you all.”
By: Jacob Aggrey
