Entertainment
TiC, Ex-Doe, others rock Nsutem
Nsutem had their share of the fun which comes with Easter, as Ghanaian music legend, TiC lined up exciting activities to make the long weekend a memorable one.
He honoured his promise as made during the opening of a rest stop on the Accra-Kumasi highway as a branch of Gennex Pizza chain of restaurants few weeks ago.
The hitmaker of more than two decades said the people of Fanteakwa South would have a renewed entertainment package with the opening of his business.
Starting on Good Friday, highlife superstar, Kofi Nti, opened the weekend of fun with amazing performance, as he awed the people of the area with music from his repertoire on the night.
On Saturday, AK Songstress, The ‘Jonathan’ hitmaker had her turn at the Gennex Pizza Restaurant and Grill with mind blowing display and the patrons enjoyed every bit of her time.
The excitement went a notch higher with the spectacular delivery of her trending ‘Jonathan’ hit, and the excited crowd sang line by line.
The moment many had waited for came on Sunday, as TiC ‘clashed’ with Ex-Doe in what was termed as ‘Clash of Legends.’
Ex-Doe was first to get onto the stage with his ‘Comfort’ classic, and midway his performance TiC joined with his ‘Pene Ma Me’ tune, which got many on their feet.
For about an hour, they treated the audience to loads of music from their repertoires, laced with enigmatic showing on the stage.
The excited patrons urged Gennex Pizza Restaurant and Grill to continuously give them such packages to make their stay in Fanteakwa South a memorable one.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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
