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We have a unique brand – Ghanaian music duo Dope Nation explain the choice of name
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The all-time favourite Ghanaian music duo, Dope Nation has finally shared the inspiration behind their choice of name, adding a bit of detail on their new sound, ‘GhanaPiano’ and life back in Senior High school.
When asked to explain the meaning behind their name ‘Dope Nation’, the talented duo indicated that “The meaning ‘Dope’ is that jargon that we all term as unique in its own way; it has that wow factor.
“Musically, we are unique in our own form. We have this elite vision for music and that is why we call ourselves ‘Dope’. It’s a ‘Nation’ because it’s a movement and we are the ones representing it.”
With their new sound that infuses Ghanaian music genres and that of the famous South African ‘Amapiano’, the twins talk about why they decided to explore that idea and the name they gave to it, adding that their favourite song on it has not yet been released.
Speaking to Chrystal Kwame-Aryee on Showbiz 360, they stated “We think this is the time we all get updated with musical intelligence and at the same time, get entertained as well. The world is updating so fast in every industry with music inclusive. We know that since we the twins are at the borders of the Western world and that of Africa, we should find that bridge that connects everyone and that’s why we have ‘GhanaPiano’.”
Still on the same topic, according to them, “It’s basically the fundamentals of the instrumentals in the songs and since we are repping Ghana, we just had to use ‘Ghana’ and ‘Piano’, coining the term, ‘GhanaPiano’. The funny thing is, the favorite song is not yet out. You’ll hear it and be amazed.”
Shifting the conversation a bit to focus on how they got separated during their Secondary school days, one of the twins, Tony Boafo known as Twist, takes viewers down memory lane as he reveals he had to rap-battle his brother, Micheal Boafo popularly known as B2.
“My dad separated us when we were going to high school. I went to a boys’ school; GSTS and my brother went to Sekondi College. We used to have inter-college rap battles. I go to school after school and battle with the best rappers there. I then met my brother’s school. When I went there, I hadn’t seen him in a while so I asked who the best rapper was and they brought this guy (referring to his twin),” he disclosed.
The ‘GhanaPiano’ EP has been outdoored with songs like ‘Gboza’, ‘Clap’ and ‘Check My Zingo’, streaming on all platforms. The duo promises more fire and asks fans to stay put, anticipating for what is yet to come.
source: 3news.com
Organisers of Rhythms On Da Runway have announced November 28, 2026 as the date for the 16th edition of the event, to be held at the Palms Convention Centre.
This year’s edition, themed: ‘UNBOUND: Because You’ve Got Style’, is focused on breaking barriers in fashion and creating space for all.
According to the Chief Executive Officer of Nineteen57 Events, Shirley Emma Tibilla, affectionately called Cookie Tee, the focus of this edition is to give everyone an opportunity to express themselves without barriers.
She told The Spectator that as a leading fashion brand in the country and beyond, they want to open doors for people regardless of their colour, size and abilities among others.
Described by the BBC as “the biggest cultural exposé in Africa,” Rhythms On Da Runway returns this year as a celebration of fashion, music and individual expression without limits.
Organisers say for years fashion has been shaped by narrow ideas of who belongs on the runway, with certain body types, ages and abilities placed at the centre while many others are left out. UNBOUND seeks to open that picture.
This year’s runway will welcome people with different abilities, backgrounds, body types and personal stories. The theme will influence model casting, the collections, the stories told through the clothes and the way guests experience the event.
Beyond the runway, ‘Unbound’ will create room for young people to learn from established designers, gain practical experience and explore careers within fashion and the wider creative industry.
It will also open conversations around adaptive fashion, accessible event design, talent discovery, mentorship and employment.
The 2026 edition will bring together fashion designers and music stars from Ghana and across the African diaspora, with strong collections, live performances and an all-star cast of celebrity models.
The event will also feature the Black Star Awards, which will honour public figures shaping Africa’s future through leadership and contributions to the continent’s Orange Economy.
Organisers say the list of participating designers, performing artists, award recipients and other event details will be announced in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Veteran Ghanaian gospel musician Bernice Offei has passed on Saturday August 12, 2026.
She was 63.
The news of her demise flashed through social media on Saturday, prompting an outpouring of grief from musicians, fans and members of the Christian community, who have since paid tribute to her distinguished career.
She gained strong reputation as a singer, songwriter and minister whose music transcended generations.
Some of her popular songs include ‘Kaa She Gbeyei,’ ‘It’s By Grace,’ ‘Nyame Kokroko’ and ‘N’adom Ara Kwa.’
Her contribution to the growth of gospel music in Ghana was recognised in 2009 when she won the Best Female Vocal Performance and Songwriter of the Year awards at the Ghana Music Awards, now known as the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Beyond music, Mrs Offei distinguished herself in academia and professional life. She attended Achimota School before earning an MPhil in Crop Science from the University of Ghana and a Master’s Degree in Information Technology from University College London in the United Kingdom.
Mrs Offei was married to Prof. Samuel Kwame Offei, a former Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, and the couple had two children.
Her death comes days after she was reported missing but was later found safe.
Mrs Offei leaves behind a rich music legacy that continues to inspire faith, hope and resilience among generations of listeners. -GNA
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