Buzz
Comedian, Michael Blackson names Stonebwoy Ghana’s greatest gift from God
Comedian, Michael Blackson names Stonebwoy Ghana’s greatest gift from God[/caption]
American actor and comedian from Ghana, Michael Blackson had a glorious homecoming over the weekend, when he hosted the 2018 All Africa Music Awards, (AFRIMA) at the Accra International Conference Centre. He took to his instagram page to make some few posts on the event including one on his encounter with reggae/dancehall star, Stonebwoy. He wrote: “I saw him perform for the first time and this modasucka is the truth. Ghana’s greatest gift from God @stonebwoyb”
Blackson after many years living and working in the US returned to have his first show in Ghana 2007, which has mixed feelings from the Ghanaian audience, resulting in him being booed off stage for his vulgar jokes.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqlvu3SFtZt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
He had a better outing at Saturday’s AFRIMA, which was his first major public event since the 2007 incident.
https://youtu.be/w1fRdgrwIbA
Born in Ghana, Blackson moved to the US in 1987. He started his comedy career in Philadelphia, PA where he completed high school. Blackson has performed in many well-known comedy competitions such as the 1992 USA Comedy Central Tour in Philadelphia, the 1993 Schlitz Malt Liquor Comedy Tour in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania and the 1996 Urban Comedy Festival in New York City. In 1999-2000 Blackson also competed in the Laffapolooza Comedy Festival in Atlanta and the Bay Area Black Comedy Competition in Oakland, California in 2001.
https://youtu.be/nh1hnvq1W38
Blackson moved up the acting ladder with his most notable onscreen performance as “Angry African Man” in the 2000 comedy film Next Friday, produced by Ice Cube’s film production company Cubevision. In 2005 he released his top-selling comedy sketch CD entitled Modasucka: Welcome to America.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BqltGa3F2By/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Also in 2005, he made an appearance on, TV series 30 Rock, P. Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy on HBO,[2] and starred in a commercial for the Chappelle Show on Comedy Central. In 2007, he was in the movie Repos with Master P (written and produced by Master P).
https://www.instagram.com/p/BqlklUGlfva/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
In 2010, he appeared in B.o.B’s “I’ll Be In the Sky” music video. In 2011, he recently appeared on BET “The Mo’Nique Show” which his appearance had him trending on Twitter& also going on his third appearance on TBS Series Are We There Yet.
In 2011, Michael recently starred on Starz’s Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment Stand-up which had 3 million views on Youtube and Showtime’s Shaquille O’Neal All Star Comedy Jam; plus he is currently headlining Shaq All Star Comedy Jam Tour.]]>
Buzz
Shatta Wale has found love again!
Buzz
Rapper Yaa Pono calls out Kennedy Agyapong for using his song in campaign
Ghanaian rapper Yaa Pono recently called out Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), for using his hit song ‘Obia Wone Master’ during a political campaign without his consent. (more…)
Buzz
HAPAwards Partners EIB Network, NOVARICK, Cloud9ine, Others for 2023 Edition
To strengthen its American Royal Experience,the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards (HAPAwards) recently partnered EIB Network, NOVARICK, Cloud9ine and other organizations to honor excellence in creativity and artistry. The 7th annual edition is scheduled to showcase outstanding talents from October 1st – 8th at the historic Alex Theatre in Glendale, California.
HAPAwards is a 3-in-one weekend experience – the Fashion & Music Night, Main Award Show and HAPA International Business Roundtable (HIBR). The concept of Road-To-HAPA is also a travel-styled celebrations which started from Ghana in West Africa all the way to East Africa and a final stop in the City of Angeles, California.
During an online conversation with Adeola Odunowo, Producer/African Representative of HAPAwards, he said “The Road-To-HAPA opens a new vista of opportunities for businesses to partner and collaborate across multiple touchpoints to increase audience engagements within the entertainment circle.”
While Ms. Tina Weisinger, Founder/CEO of the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards noted that the 7th edition will further bridge the cultural gap around the globe, celebrate diverse and international talents across the films, music, comedy and fashion industries.
For Noah Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer, NOVARICK Homes & Properties, he is excited to participate as a panelist, discussing trade and investment opportunities within the West African corridor at the HAPA International Business Roundtable (HIBR).
And as part of the special spotlight on Ghana, Kerwin Richards, CEO of Cloud9ine stressed, “this is ultimately like a match made in heaven as we share the same vision with the HAPAwards, celebrating talents and connecting people across the diaspora.
Since 2017, the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards strives to promote global creativity and continuously connect the richness of African cultures with unique business opportunities within the entertainment circle. The platform celebrates outstanding achievements of African and international stars, actors, musicians, comedians, sport personalities, community leaders, entrepreneurs and Royal dignitaries.
Buzz
I won’t succumb to indecency just to get attention – Adina
Ghanaian singer, Adina said she doesn’t agree to selling music craft through immoral standards. (more…)
Buzz
Nigerian police arrest socialite, Sam Larry over MohBad’s death
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that music promoter, Balogun Eletu, also known as Sam Larry, is now in its custody as the probe of Afrobeats singer Mohbad’s death continues. (more…)
Buzz5 days agoI wrote 80% of Mr Drew’s “Case”; he failed to credit me, and dropped it without my permission- Kuami Eugene
Buzz4 days agoCome again?- Mr Drew responds to Kuami Eugene’s allegations
People & Lifestyle1 week agoTop International Ghanaian DJs Making Waves on the International Scene
Buzz7 days agoI can’t believe I fell for that nonsense – D-Black on fake ‘Dr. UN Awards’
Buzz3 days agoWatch: Shatta Wale and Abena Korkor share a kiss on the lips at an event
Buzz4 days agoSamini picks Shatta Wale over Stonebwoy; says Stonebwoy is “still coming up”
Buzz5 days agoShatta Wale cancels Freedom Wave Concert amid clash with Stonebwoy
Buzz2 days agoAgya Koo releases new song endorsing Kennedy Agyapong’s presidential bid
Buzz4 days agoRapper Kojo Cue and wife celebrate 9 years of marriage
Buzz2 days agoI won’t succumb to indecency just to get attention – Adina
Watch3 days agoStonebwoy drops visuals for ‘Manodzi’ featuring Angélique Kidjo
Buzz5 days agoNaira Marley denies Involvement in Mohbad’s death, vows to cooperate with authorities
