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Music lovers and ‘lovers’ rock to Dan Tz “One More Time”
Fast Rising Ghanaian Singer and Rapping sensation, Daniel Gerald Ahumah, affectionately hailed in showbiz industry as Dan Tz has released onto the Ghanaian airwaves and entertainment circles with a new lovers rock reggae single dubbed “One More Time”.
The title of the song is also abbreviated as “1.M.T” where the single highlights the unbreakable love affair of the singer with his lover.
“One More Time” is a banging reggae tune where Dan Tz carefully selected lyrics of the song to soothe the ears of music enthusiasts.
According to Dan Tz, the song is available on all music platforms and has the ability to entertain all moods for lovers to rock with the “One More Time” single.
His sense of versatility has earmarked him to do genres of tunes including Rap and high life music.
Dan Tz disclosed that, his multi-talented sense of humor in doing music is peculiarly drawn from the ability to handle and rock reggae, hip hop and high life like it was infused in his genes right after birth.
Dan Tz discovered his musical talent from his Junior High School days at Akosombo International School where wrote his first song titled “I do”.
His dynamisms in carving a good niche for himself in the showbiz industry motivated him to form a group of talented acts in high school called the “Chestnut Boys”.
The formidable group, while in first year, recorded interesting tunes where music lovers jammed to it.
Dan Tz loves to perform live with a band which makes him outstanding in the genres of music he does.
The melodious act, Dan Tz, aside his music prospects, is a tertiary student and doubles as an entrepreneur who uses frantic efforts in pursuing his future goals.
Dan Tz has performed on various tertiary campuses where he amuses students with his thrilling performances, where his irresistible shows won most hearts of patrons.
“One More Time” lovers rock was produced by Kay Muzik of P16 studios in Tema, which aided in the polyphonic texture of the song echoed from voice to voice.
The biggest event on Ghana’s entertainment calendar is set for a night of honours, pomp, and pageantry.
It is a night where musicians who excelled during the year under review will be rewarded through the endorsement of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards Board, the Academy, and the general public.
The Grand Arena, the ideal venue for the 27th TGMA, will host a star-studded audience of musicians, media personalities, businessmen, politicians, actors, and footballers among others.
On this night, the most coveted prize is the Artiste of the Year (AOTY) category, which will see the crowning of a new king or queen of Ghana music.
Two heavyweights in the category, Stonebwoy and Sarkodie, have the opportunity to set an enviable record as the only artistes to win the coveted title for a third time.
Should they fall short, the opportunity shifts to Black Sherif and Diana Hamilton to equal the record of two wins, joining the elite ranks of past double-winners like VIP.
A win for Diana Hamilton, will set her up in a lonely journey at the top as the only gospel musician, to win the Artiste of the Year for the second time.
Alternatively, Wendy Shay could make her debut by winning the award for the first time. This would make her team up with Diana Hamilton as the only female artistes alive to hold the title. The late Ebony, won it posthumously in 2018.
If the title slips past them and falls to Medikal, he will also become a first-time winner, etching his name into the annals of Ghana music history.
Patrons can look forward to electrifying performances from a long list of confirmed artistes, including Black Sherif, Diana Hamilton, Piesie Esther, R2Bees, Medikal, Wendy Shay, Lasmid, Kofi Kinaata, Samini, and Fido, among others.
Beyond the ultimate prize, several other major categories are up for grabs, including Music Video of the Year, New Artiste of the Year, Gospel Artiste of the Year, Most Popular Song of the Year, and Songwriter of the Year.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The fourth edition of International AmoFest lived up to its promise on Saturday, May 2, delivering a vibrant “three-in-one” experience that left the audience at Alliance Française in Accra buzzing.
The night was a masterful blend of sound and stagecraft. Berima Amo, the visionary behind the festival, led an impressive lineup of performers, including Pedro Kastelijns, Martha Apini, Rudy Ray, and Lamisi.
Together, they showcased a fusion of global music and authentic Ghanaian Highlife, staying true to the festival’s mission of preserving Ghana’s original rhythmic soul.
Adding a unique layer to the evening, Uncle Ebo Whyte’s Roverman Productions took to the stage, blending theater with the night’s musical energy.
The experience concluded with a high-energy after-party, fulfilling Berima Amo’s goal of creating a truly immersive and memorable night.
Reflecting on the event’s purpose, Amo emphasised the need for intentionality in protecting Highlife.
He called on every Ghanaian, as well as government institutions, to actively foster an environment where the genre can thrive on the global stage.
The main event followed a successful educational outreach on April 24, where over 250 high school students participated in a Highlife workshop at the Centre for National Culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
