Jon Germain Thrills The International Community At The Regeneration Festival Concert With Mutabaruka

As Jon Germain celebrates 20 years of broadcasting this year, let us stay reminded that he is beyond just broadcaster, He is also a class-act musician.

Jon Germain is probably the proverbial prophet who isn't revered in his home. With accolades and performances internationally, a song which is ranked 8th best love song in the world and Ghana's only R'n'B album in the past two years, Jon Germain has what it takes to stand toe-to-toe with A-List musicians like Charlie Wilson.

The musician, who used to spot braids back in the day, was recently spotted at  the Aburi Gardens, where he performed to a section of the international community in Ghana. 

The event was the climax of the Regeneration Festival, which celebrated African culture and health, supported by the ministry of health and ministry of tourism. On the bill included the Oiada international Band, JahWi, Ras Aware and Jamaican dub legend Muta Baruka.

It was a surprise to see Jon Germain, listed amongst these reggae acts, as the only musician performing a genre outside the walls of reggae.

Spotting a simple outfit, Jon Germain took the stage with guitarist, Owura. He delivered a spectacular acoustic rendition of hits like, In My Head and Tell me.

At  this point many seats on the grounds were empty, as many patrons approached the stage to get a better view of Jon Germain. Mr. Germain set the tone for the audience to get romantic, as many lovers found refuge in each others arms, swinging to the suiting sound of music.

Photos : Adidas Ghana And Media Power House Primeval Media Host Unity Match 2016

 The Accra State House buzzed with representatives from local sport media, Ghanaian personalities and industry heavy weights as leading sports brand, Adidas with retail Ghana partner Nutmeg Limited partnered Primeval Media Ghana to announce the hosting of 2016 Unity Match.

The Unity Match aims to galvanize Ghanaians from all walks of life towards a united Ghana as this remarkable country of the Black stars make giant strides in Democracy and national inclusion.

Speaking to the media following the announcement of Adidas partnership, CEO, Adidas Ghana, Valerie Fontanier-Ghajar said Ghana is set on a high pedestal as one of the shining lights of Democracy in Africa.

“Ghana is the pride of Africa’s Democracy and what better way to showcase this united stand towards a noble cause than in a game of football? Ghana is the home of Africa’s next generation of football greats-and of course, and Adidas the world’s best sport brand is proud to be a contributor to Ghana’s success in sports,” Valerie says.

EXPERIENCE ENDLESS LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

Music and love have something in common. Music calms us, feeds the soul and makes us happy, love does the same thing.

This Valentine’s day, join the Accra Symphony Orchestra and LUMINA as they treat you to an evening of an awesome musical celebration of love. The event, dubbed “Endless Love” is a musical celebration of love.

It will be a night to experience love like you have never before through the sound of classical and contemporary music.

Since 2012, the Accra Symphony Orchestra has perfected a unique musical style that is rooted, deeply, in the classical foundations of traditional and neo-traditional Africa.

Its aim is to develop a fully-fledged symphony orchestra, par excellence, by 2016, of approximately 140 instrumentalists and singers. The Orchestra is made up of experienced players as well as much younger players. 

In 2015, the voice section of the orchestra was launched as LUMINA and constituted the operatic voices. They have been widely successful in their field.  The Orchestra players exude an air of confidence on their instruments, and can play music from all world cultures. 

Stop Comparing Me To Efya – Sista Afia Cries

Female high life singer by name Sista Afia seems not to be happy with the way people compare her to RnB singer and performer, Efya.

Sista Afia in a recent interview asked? Why is it that almost every interview that I go, there is this question that the host asks me – Have you noticed that you sound similar like Efya?

According to her, her style is different from that of Efya.

Her words below.

I believe in myself and I know I don’t sound like Efya. Why is this common to every host that interviews me? Well, I admit to be a new comer and that I came to meet the likes of Efya, but I don’t understand the comparison here. You can listen to songs by Efya and listen to songs by myself, you will know for a fact that we are two different people with different styles.

Sista Afia went ahead to talk about her name that rhymes the same as Efya.

Guru - Hardwork Overlooked By VGMA

Over the years, even though the award winning hit maker Guru been consistent with dropping hits after hits, being given all his deserving awards for those hit songs at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards never happened even though in certain instances it was obvious he deserve to win certain categories.

This situation has gotten so serious to a point that people who are not even Guru fans have seen that he has not been treated fairly over the years.

And from his point of view he deserves the artist of the year for 2016

with a picture of Guru, Ransford Kumi  on his face book page wrote;

“Music Awards in Ghana Have not been fair to Guru especially VGMA.Even though am not a fan of Guru but Personally I think the Lapaz Toyota hit maker for the pass 3 years has put in much effort in his works and the music industry as a whole..Well,from my point of view,i think Guru deserves the 2016 artist of the year Award if Shatta Wale is not nominated”

VGMA 2015 will be held soon and like Kumi wrote we hope he will be treated fairly by awarding all his deserving awards.

Ghanaian Rapper In Trouble After Calling Some Musicians To Be Fake

The rate at which rappers in Ghana keep claiming the I Am The Best title is getting way too annoying.

In almost every rap song you listen, there is a line that goes like - I am the best---Ya'll rappers not on my level---Dont compare me to the other rappers, etc.

Truth is, it isnt bad if you tell the world you are good at what you are doing but the question is, will every rapper claim the title of being the best? If yes, then who should we listen to? I guess thats up to us.

Back to the matter, Ghanaian rapper by name Samuel Frimpong, popularly known as Medikal just got himself in the hot waters of Ghanaians after calling some rappers in Ghana to be fake.

Signed under Arab Money Gang with Criss Waddle, the P3 Kakra rapper on Joy News said most rappers in Ghana brag in their songs. Explaining himself, Medikal said, most rappers in Ghana talk about big things yet do not live up to those things they are rapping about. 

According to him, to be a real rapper, you need to put your feelings in your rap verses, your hustle and struggle need to be felt in your rap, but not talk about things you only dream of.

Great Content To Look Forward To On GOtv In 2016

GOtv Ghana, on the 8th of February 2016, hosted a content briefing with content producers iFactory at the Tang Palace, to celebrate African and Ghanaian content on GOtv and AfricaMagic. 

The event also launched iFactory seasons offering of new Pan African, new and returning content, commencing in April, which includes the return of Omotola; The Real Me, Season 2.

The movie and reality show Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, was a special guest and confirmed that this season focuses more on her family including her son Captain E’s chronicles in the music industry.

Speaking at the event, the Director of GOtv Ghana, Mr. Cecil Sunkwa-Mills, emphasized the importance of the production of local content as a means to promote the Ghanaian and African  Arts industry across the continent and to create adequate content for the demand that will be created by digital migration in Ghana.

Mr. Sunkwa-Mills also touched on the newly introduced GOtv Lite package which sits on the GOtv platform providing subscribers, whose subscriptions have expired, access to several local, free to air (FTA) channels as well as some Pay TV channels for a minimal administrative fee. GOtv Lite has 14 local channels and 6 pay TV Channels, and in 2015 alone added more than 5 local TV and radio channels to the GOtv Platform.

Adidas Ghana : Donation And Visit To His Majesty, Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II

His Majesty; Asantehene of the Empire of Ashanti is set to take golfing to the next level in Ghana adidas gifts His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene of Ashanti land.

The flare he brings to the game of golf is made of pure gold and his passion for the premium sport is unquenchable. His Majesty; Asantehene of the Empire of Ashanti, Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II is one ardent golfer who has contributed to the rise of the sport of Golf in Ghana.

In recognition of his contribution to the sport, adidas, the leading global sports brand and its Ghanaian retail partner Nutmeg Limited gifted the King of Ashanti the latest TaylorMade-Adidas golf kit- world’s finest collection- now, with TaylorMade-Adidas performance equipment in his caddy, His Majesty is set to take golfing to the next level in Ghana.

Speaking to media following their visit to the royal palace in Kumasi, adidas Ghana CEO, Valerie Fontanier-Ghajar said gifting the world’s best golf kit to one of Ghana’s most recognizable figures of the sport is a rallying call to Ghanaians to take a plunge at golfing, “Golfing is an exciting sport and the science behind every perfect swing leaves golf enthusiasts awestricken.

“U Dey Form, Don’t Worry”, Edem Tells Koo Ntakra

Award winning rapper Edem, has encouraged his younger fellow rapper Koo Ntakra to carry on with his style in the music circle and not to worry excessively.

On Friday night of January 29th, the versatile VRMG boss in a series of tweets between himself and the former Hitmaker champion, told him to stand on his grounds with his works and not to wear away. 

The Goget’em tag liner tweeted; “U dey form… Dont fret” which followed earlier tweet “Stubborn pikin @koo_ntakra”.

Koo Ntakra who was crowned season 2 winner of the annual MTN Hitmaker reality show has seen major developments in his career as a rapper earning him several recognitions including receiving nominations at last year’s VGMAs, as well as the Africa Youth Choice Awards just under 2years of commercial music.

It is no secret of the huge potential that the young Akwapem rapper poses of which many industry players have previously pointed out to. Recently renowned Ghanaian music bloggers Alred Komla Aborga of Loudsoundgh.com in an article touted him to be among the top six Ghanaian rappers to look out for in the year. 

King Jay Signs To Teamtalkless Entertainment

South African Rising RnB singer, song-writer, rapper and producer, King Jay, has just signed to Teamtalkless Entertainment.

Teamtalkless Entertainment is a record label co-owned by Emmy Gee, of Rands and Nairas fame, alongside Young Mogul Osaretin Ogbemudia (King Mudia) and Nigerian hit maker Shizzi, real name Seyi Akerele, who is currently Davido’s producer and has also created hits for the likes of Wizkid and Wande Coal just to name a few.

Emmy Gee’s recruitment of King Jay comes after the two did a collaborative track last year titled, Champagne Showers, which led Emmy Gee to describe King Jay as “the future of African RnB and Afro Trap Soul.”

“It’s an honour to be signed to a record label that believes in your talent and backs you up. I’ve had a great relationship with Emmy Gee over the past year and I’m excited to be a part of Teamtalkless Entertainment. I can’t wait to share with everyone the plans that we have for this year” expresses King Jay.

The 25 year old King Jay has already made notable strides in the music industry at such a young age with prominent features and collaborations under his belt. 

King Jay lent his song-writing skills and vocals to Uhuru’s debut hit offering, Ungowami; he also features on DJ Shimza’s latest offering Shimuzic on a track titled, No Lie; and has worked with industry heavyweights such as the likes of Oskido, Donald, Emmy Gee, Speedy and AB Crazy just to mention a few.

Make sure to listen out for King Jay’s new single Owami, featuring Emmy Gee, dropping this week.

Eddy Blay Jnr To Host New Season Of Etv Ghana’s Late Night Celebrity Show

E.TV Ghana’s Late Night Celebrity Show is set to assume a total make-over beginning this February.

The show which has been running for over five years features showbiz personalities such as musicians, comedians, poets, painters and athletes who share their personal life with their fans.

They also comment on other topical issues making rounds in the country. The show is set to take a new direction and a new host in the person of the versatile Eddy Blay Jnr will be at the helm of affairs.

The experienced Eddy Blay Jnr is expected to add more flair, passion and drive more viewers to take special interest in the new season of the show.

Eddy Blay Jnr is not new to hosting TV shows in the country. He was the host of the popular Smash TV show on Metro TV over 10 years ago. He was also a regular presenter of the MTN football Academy on Metro TV. He therefore brings on board years of experience after working in the showbiz industry in various capacities.