Abundantly gifted Ghanaian singer-songwriter, Susan Augustt, together with the Adorkor Band unveil their debut album, ‘’Adorkor: Volume 1’’. ‘’Adorkor: Volume 1’’ is a collection of Neo-soul and Afro-soul songs from their previous live concerts. The project is filled with an incredible fusion of beats, melodies and emotions that will take you on an unforgettable sonic adventure! (more…)

Nigerian-American multi-talented singer, songwriter, actress and producer Lisa Yaro shares her amapiano-influenced club anthem “Savage” – listen here. The song, produced by RexMADEIT, is an energetic party-starter that serves as the lead single from her upcoming EP, My Way, set to be released on June 16th. Along with the EP, a colorful music video directed by LENSGOD will debut showcasing people dancing and partying in the streets of Lagos, Nigeria.

Yaro describes, “‘Savage’ is an energetic club record that gets you hyped and gives you the freedom to let loose and just have a good time! I really wanted to make a summer record that embodied FUN. So many times we get wrapped up in the day to day grind that we forget to simply dance. I hope my record can be that escape for anyone looking to blow off some steam through dancing. Good music and good vibrations are what I want to add to the world and I believe that my EP is a reflection of that.”

My Way will be Yaro’s first project, following her success as a songwriter with will.i.am, LeToya Luckett and Mya with whom she contributed to the Grammy-nominated project “Smoove Jones” in the Best R&B Album category. The EP will follow a series of successful single releases that include “Biko,” “Domitilla,” featuring Mayorkun, and “Yaro,” featuring Afrobeats superstar Zlatan. Her music video for “Yaro” gained rotation on BET Jams, Revolt TV and BET Soul. The song’s combination of Afrobeats and R&B led music blog The Knockturnal to say that “Lisa has created a sound for herself within the Afrobeats genre that incorporates both sides of her culture.”

Lisa is an artist, songwriter, producer and actress born and raised in Kaduna, Nigeria. Her deep appreciation for her African musical heritage landed her in Los Angeles where she began songwriting for artists such as Mya, Will.i.am and LeToya Luckett. Her hard work paid off when her songs were recognized on the Grammy-nominated project “Smoove Jones” by Mya, in the Best R&B Album category.

She has recently gained success as an independent Afrobeats artist with multiple commercial releases, such as “Biko” and “Yaro” featuring Afrobeats superstar Zlatan, which have received rotation on BET Jams, Revolt TV, BET Soul, and Apple Music. She has also performed in sold-out venues across the US with Afrobeats artists Flavour, opened up for Asake, and performed at the 2022 AFRIMMA Awards Show in Dallas, TX. Lisa’s unique sound has been featured on numerous radio shows in the US and abroad, including Hot97 in New York, SoundCity, and Cool fm in Lagos, Nigeria.

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Since 2021, she has hosted on the weekly AfroFlava radio show and co-hosted the Afrobeats stage at SummerStage NYC. Alongside her musical endeavors, Lisa has executive produced for various shows and films, including “Freedoms Path,” which premiered in over 200 AMC and Regal Theaters in 2023. As an actress, she has appeared in numerous TV and film productions, including “Asking For IT,” a movie that premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and is currently available on Hulu and Amazon Prime. One of Lisa’s previous singles, “Domitilla,” featuring Mayorkun, is also featured during the end credits of the film.

Ghanaian singer Kofi Syck is back with a new song titled Seed, which gives both feeling and healing. (more…)

The year’s definitely headed in the right direction for Ghanaian artist, BRYAN THE MENSAH as he releases his 3rd single of the year. The song, titled Gree features fellow artist, Gidochi. (more…)

British-Ghanaian R&B singer-songwriter and producer Mark Asari returns to the music scene with his latest offering, ‘Money Man’. The song presents a comical take on a situation involving an entitled woman who uses a guy for his finances, expecting extravagant gifts and dates at only the finest restaurants. In return, she never contributes to the bill or reciprocates the gesture.

Produced and co-written by UK-based producers MARL and Maleík Loveridge and with the assistance of UK Dancehall artist Hayzell, the song skillfully combines Dancehall influences with Pop and R&B. This fusion creates a hard-hitting, energetic, yet sultry sound that is guaranteed to set the dancefloor alight. ‘Money Man’ is taken from Mark’s new project ‘’ASARI’’ which is scheduled for release later this year.

In other news, Mark has also landed the role of Simba in Disney’s ‘’The Lion King: Rhythm of the Pride Lands’’ at Disneyland Paris. When asked about his new role, he states, ‘’I’m excited to play such an iconic character from a film I’ve loved ever since I was a kid. It’s my first-ever musical theatre experience and it has allowed me to tap into different sides of my creativity and grow as an all-round performer’’.

‘Money Man’ is available on all streaming platforms globally here: https://ditto.fm/money-man-mark-asari

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To mark the 60^th Anniversary of Africa Day, the Change Africa Podcast launched its new 12-part summer season today. 

Africa Day is an annual celebration that dates back to the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, now known as the African Union. It commemorates the vision and milestones towards creating an integrated prosperous and peaceful Africa.

In line with this vision, the upcoming season of the Change Africa Podcast, hosted by Acast, aims to showcase African Change Agents who are actively shaping the new African narrative. Through in-depth discussions, the 12-episode series will explore their unique philosophies, foundational stories and motivations, highlighting their contributions to various industries such as Media, Entertainment, Sports, Tech, Creative Arts, and Entrepreneurship. By sharing these stories, the podcast seeks to democratize/spread the ideas of these thought leaders and to inspire others to drive forward the vision of a prosperous and better Africa.   

Guest line-up and Episode Themes:

• Adora MBA – Founder and director of ADA contemporary art gallery

Unravelling the enigma: Ghana’s ability to cultivate exceptional contemporary artists amidst its modest art industry.

• Addy Awofisayo – Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa at YouTube 

Exploring the rise of African music: Afrobeat’s influence and the transformative power of technology.

• Anita Erskine – Media and Comms Leader 

Finding your voice: Navigating a world of distractions and vested interests.

• Ashleigh Moolman & Xylon Van Deck – Olympians and founders of Rocacobra Collective 

Pedalling towards greatness: How an Olympian and a Cancer survivor are breaking barriers and paving the way for future cyclists.

• Benny Bonsu – Director of Content at the International Olympic Committee

Revolutionizing African sports: Nurturing talent, developing infrastructure, and the ambition to host    

the Olympics on the continent.

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• Danny Damah – Film Producer

Forging a united film ecosystem: Building infrastructure to realise the Africa film industry’s potential.

• Elfried Samba – Chief Community Officer Ioconic ex-Head of Social at Gymshark 

Harnessing the power of social media: Building the world’s biggest communities.

• Josh Buatsi – 2019 British Light Heavyweight title holder and Olympian

Inside the Ring and Beyond; Joshua Buatsi shares his journey of determination, resilience, and inspiring young athletes across Ghana.

• Ken Agyapong Jr – Co-founder and CFO of Afrofuture (Formerly Afrochella)

Afrofture: Exporting African Culture on the wheels of music, food, and arts.

• Lucy Quist – Managing Director, Morgan Stanley & author of the ‘The Bold New Normal’.

The Bold New Normal: The Manifesto for a Problem-Solving Africa.

• Marie Lora-Mungai – Founder and CEO of Restless Global 

                Unleashing Africa’s Creative Economy: From global stars to formidable local industries.

• Paul Ninson  – Founder of Dikan Centre

Cultivating ethical creatives as catalysts for African transformation: The Story of Africa’s biggest photography library. 

Full bios and headshots can be found here

Tim Yaw Struthers, Executive Producer, Change Africa Podcast: “Africa Day represents a cherished annual occasion, a collective gathering of Africans united in celebrating the continent, its extraordinary people, and their unwavering strength. In the spirit of fostering a fresh and empowering narrative, the inception of the Change Africa Podcast has served as a pivotal platform to honour the multitude of diverse and visionary thought leaders, across the continent and in the diaspora, shaping the new Africa”

Isaac Aboah, Change Africa Podcast Host: “In an era where storytelling holds immense power, we are eager to shine a vibrant spotlight on those who are defying stereotypes and shaping a progressive Africa. We’re thrilled to present our line-up of ground-breaking guests who are revolutionising African integration through music and culture, driving investments in the creative economy, building vibrant communities, fostering artistic spaces, and making remarkable strides in sports.”

The Change Africa Podcast is produced by Isaac Aboah and Daniel Merki and executive produced by Tim Yaw Struthers.

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The Change Africa Podcast is hosted by Acast and available to listen on Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.     

About Change Africa Podcast

Change Africa Podcast is a podcast produced by Nexa Media, a media and distribution company focused on audio and documentary production. 

The podcast delves deeply into the foundational stories and motivations that drive the work of Africa’s change agents, their core ideologies that influence their lives and impact, and how they are tied to a broader continental change. In our 40 published episodes, we have engaged in intriguing intellectual conversations with Africans leading and building institutions, communities and ideas already impacting thousands of people worldwide. From distinguished personalities to less-known mavericks, the podcast constantly engages the brightest and most passionate Africans, carving a new path for African prosperity.

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