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Oheneba Kissi to outdoor ‘Harmattan Crew’
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One of Ghana’s highlife greats, Oheneba Kissi is set to outdoor his group,” Harmattan Crew,” by the end of this year.
The group which he said, had been in existence for over 20 years and performed across the country and beyond, would be officially outdoored to serve as his legacy.
Speaking to The Spectator, the ABC of Love hitmaker said the intention was to maintain the authentic Ghana¬ian highlife.
“Even if we are moving away, we must keep the rich highlife that would survive over a decade. This is a group that plays pure highlife which would also translate into our recordings,” he stated.
“Highlife is a very unique and beautiful rhythm. Anybody who wants highlife could fall on us,” he stressed.
He urged young artistes to honour the nation by keeping highlife while taking into consideration the lyrics they come out with as they would remain forever.
The group, he said, was made up of averaging 15 people (both males and females) and would ensure the group stayed with him whenever he performs in Accra and beyond.
“I realised that I am an individual and could pass, so even when I depart this world, the group would be my legacy,” he stated.
Just as Nana Kwame Ampadu passed on last year he said, his group African Brothers were still there do¬ing great things.
“I want to leave a good legacy and help groom the young ones to be¬come better and take on the highlife journey to greater heights,” he explained.
“It has been a tough journey with the group but the future is very bright as I have gained experience over the years to manage them better,” he added.
By Michael D. Abayateye
Ghanaian music icon, Akwasi Poku Addae, known in Showbiz circles as Kwaisey Pee has honoured his promise to children suffering from cancer.
Ahead of his 25th anniversary event held at the D’ Icon Event Centre at East Legon last year, he made a promise to donate some funds to children suffering from cancer.
True to his word, the musician has recently made a donation of GHC50,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
He told the Ghanaian Times that children are so dear to him, and was optimistic the support would go a long way too impact lives.
The music dynamo also promised that the gesture will not be the last,” it will be a continuous feature from me.”
He also called on Ghanaians home and abroad to lend a helping hand to children suffering from cancer.
According to him, children with cancer have many needs, and a helping hands will go a long way ease the suffering.
“Cancer treatment is very expensive, and leaving that to parents of the children alone, will be a huge burden, with support from you and myself, we can make some changes in other people’s lives,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
In the ever-evolving journey of Ghanaian music, there are individuals whose contributions transcend the spotligh.
There are always men and women who work quietly yet powerfully to preserve culture, nurture legends, and keep the soul of the music alive across generations and borders.
One such figures is Jerry Amoah, widely known and affectionately called Nana Kobo.
This year, Ghana Music Awards-USA honours Jerry Amoah for his unwavering commitment to sustaining Ghanaian music, both at home and in the diaspora.
It is a recognition long deserved, a celebration of decades of passion, sacrifice, and cultural stewardship.
Jerry Amoah’s journey has never been about personal glory. Instead, it has been anchored in service: promoting Ghanaian sounds, advocating for artistes, and ensuring that the richness of Ghana’s musical heritage continues to resonate beyond national borders.
Through his tireless efforts, many Ghanaian musicians have found platforms, audiences, and renewed relevance, especially within Ghanaian communities abroad.
Central to his legacy is his steadfast support for gospel music and, in particular, his enduring association with legendary gospel icon Yaw Sarpong.
At times when gospel music needed champions, Jerry Amoah stood firm—protecting its values, amplifying its message, and honoring its pioneers. His respect for Yaw Sarpong is not merely professional; it reflects a deep appreciation for music as ministry, heritage, and moral compass.
Colleagues often describe Nana Kobo as a bridge—connecting generations, genres, and geographies.
He understands that Ghanaian music is not just entertainment, but identity. Through festivals, promotions, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes advocacy, he has helped ensure that Ghana’s rhythms, lyrics, and spiritual expressions remain relevant in a globalized world.
As Ghana Music Awards-USA prepares to bestow this honour, it is not simply recognizing one man—it is saluting a lifetime of dedication to culture, faith, and music.
Jerry Amoah’s story reminds us that true impact is measured not by applause, but by legacy.
And in the story of Ghanaian music, Nana Kobo’s legacy is written in bold, enduring notes.
