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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”
GHANAIAN gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty, has released a spirit-filled song titled “Sunsum Ndwom.”
The song, which is already making waves shortly after its release, is delivered in three parts, each carrying a powerful message.
The first part reflects on the mystery of Prophet Elijah, where people wondered who he was after he prayed and called down fire from heaven.
The second part centres on salvation, urging believers not to celebrate only power and miracles, but to celebrate the fact that their names are written in the Book of Life, because that is what lasts forever.
The third part celebrates the beauty of God’s healing power, a song originally composed by her late mother.
The gospel star is urging Ghanaians to stream the song on all platforms and encounter its powerful lyrics.
She also stressed the need to preserve Ghana’s traditional gospel sound, expressing hope that the new generation will embrace their heritage.
Empress Gifty further expressed appreciation to all stakeholders in the industry who have supported her career over the years.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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GHANAIAN media personality, Joyce Akumaa Dongotey-Padi, affectionately called Akumaa, has marked the 18th anniversary of her Mama Zimbi Foundation (MZF).
The event was held at the Broken Yoke Ministry International at Klagon in Accra.
Thousands of widows who benefited were taken through health education for good living, business enhancement, women empowerment and legal education, among others.
In addition, they were given water, cloth, rice, noodles, oil, Noko Fine Washing Powder and other toiletries.
Mrs Dongotey-Padi noted that there is land earmarked for vocational training and gari processing for those who are unemployed and would want to make ends meet.
Against that backdrop, she expressed appreciation to gospel musician Empress Gifty for supporting her with her Noko Fine Washing Powder and Verna Mineral Water.
According to her, it went a long way to put smiles on the faces of the widows.
Akumaa Mama Zimbi further said that if she looks back on how the journey started 18 years ago, she feels fulfilled in impacting thousands of lives.
According to her, this motivates her to do even more to put smiles on the faces of people.
The Mama Zimbi Foundation is an NGO committed to motivating, empowering and supporting widows and their children, as well as educating adolescents on their sexual and reproductive health.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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