Entertainment
Typanza outdoor first Album ‘New Dawn’
A local rap artist in the Upper West Region, Samuel Dibie known in the entertainment industry as Typanza has outdoored his first album titled New Dawn at Wa .
The album which was set to be released last year but could not see the light of day as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) infection contained 12 tracks delivered in the Waali and English languages.
Speaking at the launch, the musician, Typanza said he believed that the album would become a yardstick by which other albums by colleague musicians would be measured in the region.
He said it was an artistic representation of some peculiar as well as regular aspects of everyday life experiences and represented a new turn in his career where he had decided to ascribe all the diligence and commitment needed to pursue his musical career.
“I see myself playing my part to grow the music industry in the region in future as people are beginning to appreciate their own artists and the local music industry, hence, we need to as musicians meet their expectations by giving them quality songs”, he stated.
He called on residents to patrionise local music and encouraged local disc jockeys as well as radio presenters to also give local songs the needed playtime on air to ensure that the songs competed favourably with tracks from outside the region.
On his part, Principal State Attorney, Mr Saeed Abdul Shakur, who was the chairman of the programme described the album as a professional piece with well-arranged beats and sound that could be marketed anywhere in the world and called on young artists to emulate same.
Typanza has over 20 tracks to his credit and has collaborated with artists such as Wiyaala and other Upper East-based musicians in his songs.
The rapper has so far received three local awards at the Progress Music Award Scheme; Peace Building Song of The Year 2016, Best collaboration in 2017 and Afro Pop Song of The Year also in 2017.
Copies of his tracks were copied on pen drives and sold out to the participants at the launch. The event saw the likes of other artists like Gally, Wiyaala, Kawutey, Mix Stone B and Ferdy Skills as well as Hanny Berry and Gally.
From Lydia Darlington Forjdour
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
The fourth edition of the fast-rising fashion and cultural event, the Slit and Kaba Festival, is set to take place on May 1 at the Legon City Mall in Accra.
Organised by Roots Africa, the festival aims to promote Ghanaian culture through the traditional Kaba and Slit outfit, known for its vibrant African prints and unique designs.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro ahead of this year’s edition, dubbed “Old School Kaba and Slit Meets Batakari,” the Founder of Roots Africa, Mrs. Deborah Kabutey-Djisah, popularly known as Manye Korngo, said the event has gained significant popularity over the years and promised an even bigger experience this time around.
“The intention is to revive old-school fashion while celebrating our revered Fugu, also known as Batakari, which has gained massive exposure in recent times,” she stated.
“It is also an opportunity to showcase our culture and demonstrate to young people how fashion has evolved over the years,” she added.
She further called on vendors to come on board to display their products and services, noting that thousands of patrons are expected to attend the event.
“Don’t miss the chance to have your brand featured on our flyers, make incredible sales, and be part of an unforgettable experience,” she urged.
According to her, the previous edition was a great success, attracting patrons from across the country. Due to the growing interest, a larger venue had to be secured to accommodate the anticipated crowd.
“I’m expecting ten times more people than we had at last year’s festival,” she added.
