Entertainment
Stonebwoy reveals tracklist for much-awaited ‘The Torcher’ EP
Global music icon Stonebwoy has revealed all the songs that will be featured on his much-anticipated extended project.
The nine-track The Torcher EP set to be released later this month will feature trending lead single “Gidi Gidi” (Fire) as well as the songs “Send Dem A Prayer,” title track “Torcher,” “Samankudi,” “Outside Lifestyle,” and “Deeper.”
The project also includes two collaborations: “Susuka” with Beeztrap and Yaw Tog, and “Xosetor” with Agbeshie and Kenny Ice.
The news about the follow-up to 2024’s full-length “UP & RUNNIN6” was officially announced on August 14 with a striking motion graphic of a burning Ankh.
On September 1, a minute-long teaser featuring an evocative poetry that celebrates the journey of Stonebwoy was also published.
Although Stonebwoy has not dropped any official record in the last eight months, he has remained highly active on the global stage, delivering electrifying performances at some of the world’s most notable festivals across Europe, the United States, and the Caribbean, further cementing his reputation as one of Africa’s leading voices in international music.
In February, he kicked off the year with his extensive UP & RUNNIN6 North American Tour in support of his sixth studio album, with stops in Columbus, OH; Toronto, ON; New York, NY; Worcester, MA; and Silver Spring, MD, before wrapping up with a sold-out show at the iconic O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London, UK.
Later in the summer, Stonebwoy headlined major festivals including the African Music Festival in Germany, Ruhr Reggae Summer Festival in Germany, Reeds Festival in Switzerland, and the Dream WKND Festival in Jamaica.
THE TORCHER Track-list
- “Intro”
- “Torcher”
- “Send Dem A Prayer”
- “Gidi Gidi” (Fire)
- “Samankudi”
- “Outside Lifestyle”
- “Susuka”
- “Xosetor”
- “Deeper”
Entertainment
Franky 5 is new host of Max Morning Live
Celebrated radio and television personality Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Franky 5 has officially joined the iMAX Media Group.
The renowned presenter is set to light up the screens of Max TV as host of the station’s flagship morning show, Max Morning Live, starting Monday, September 8, 2020, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Franky 5 brings with him many years of rich experience in media, combining exceptional television and radio presentation skills with a proven track record in event organisation and creative production. His addition promises to deliver an exciting, refreshing experience to viewers of Max TV.
Over the years, Franky 5 has carved a unique niche in the Ghanaian media and showbiz industry with his dynamic and versatile style of presentation. Whether formal or informal, his delivery blends professionalism with an engaging flair that resonates with diverse audiences.
Beyond his on-screen duties, Franky 5 will also serve as Head of Entertainment and Events at iMAX Media Group, where he will play a key role in shaping the station’s entertainment content and driving innovative initiatives.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Osanju is dead
Popular Ghanaian content creator, Elvis Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Osanju has been reported dead.
According to sources, he was said to have died in the early hours on Monday, September 1, 2025 after a long battle with blood cancer (Leukemia)
His death has been a shock in the Ghanaian community especially coming shortly after his last post.
His demise comes five months after he had laid his mother, Amounu, also a tiktoker, to rest, having lost her in January.
Hours before his passing, he had posted a video on Sunday with friends watching the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano match, prompting many fans to initially dismiss the reports as a hoax.
Osanju’s death has been described as a huge loss by followers who admired his openness, resilience and positive outlook in the face of ill health.
However, Osanju had previously shared his battle with leukemia, a cancer of the blood, on his TikTok account, even eerily predicting his own demise on a couple of occasions.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
