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Rising singer, Drizzy Bangz says music can pay well in Ghana

Published

3 years ago

June 23, 2020

Growing Ghanaian artiste Drizzy Bangz, signed under ‘Camp What Records’ says the music industry can be very lucrative here in Ghana, if the education of the music business is taught intensively by industry players.

According to him, music in other parts of the world is what most of the artistes feed on, unlike here in Ghana some of our artistes and industry players do not see the business part of the music which is really disheartening. This leads to the high dependency ratio of musicians on government at their own age.

In an interview, he says, “Most music records, work with artists based on their vocal strength or their talents to sing with clean voices without telling them about the music business, there is a very simple answer to this. Many artists fear business. There’s music and there’s the music business. To put it better, the business of music. The two are not the same. A person can be a great musician but if they don’t apply proven business strategies to monetize their music, they will never make it in the music business. Many artists like to make music for the love and not for the money. You can’t go far in the music business if you don’t care about money.

He added that, some people do break into the music business but lack understanding of the business which in turn becomes their downfall. “The music industry is a billion-dollar industry with investors, shareholders, and debtors. Labels need to pay all of these people. Furthermore, contracts aren’t written to be fair they are written for a zero-sum gain. New artists sign these contracts without proper legal representation and are trapped in non-favorable deals. Labels have the option to shelve (stop supporting) these artists for various reasons.”

Drizzy emphasized that, in order for today’s artists to make it, they need to accept the fact that they are entrepreneurs and make a product (Songs) that gains the attention of investors (managers, publishers, labels). “The artist must find some success on their own so they can increase their bargaining power. When an artist understands the business of music, their chances of success increase, and opportunities are readily found.”

“Why don’t talented musicians ever become rich and famous? It doesn’t matter how good you are if people don’t know you exist. It takes the distributive and promotional capability of large professional organizations to make celebrity artists. Until you get discovered and work your way up through the cracks, and perhaps stepping on a few necks, then you’ll remain a fly on Youtube forever.”

Drizzy who is inspired by Chris Brown developed his music passion at a young age and grew up with the aspiration to be a musician. “I was keenly inspired by the type of music I grew up listening to. I do Alternative RNB and sometimes Afro-pop depending on the mood. When it comes to creating music I deal ideally with emotions. So get me the beat I set the mood then I am good to go. I just have to get carried away by the tempo”

The artiste recently released a single ‘I Lied’ which he featured Fayorsey and will like to be on a musical project with A.I, Show Dem Camp and other big names in the musical scene worldwide

According to him, the music the journey has just started for him and “I’ll urge music lovers to keep their fingers crossed for more thrilling Jams from me”

Drizzy who studied a 3 the year diploma course at the International School Of Aviation has other great tunes like ‘Boys Nda’ which are all available on Spotify, audiomacks, Soundcloud, and other music streaming sites.

He advises his fellow artistes to “Never Give Up” whiles his plan is to impact the industry and to put Ghana on the map. https://song.link/i/1506019100

BY ERICA ARTHUR

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Gospel artiste Kojo Royal set to end 2023 with a masterpiece ‘Wo Ye Onyame’

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2 weeks ago

November 17, 2023

Ameyaw Debrah

UK-based Ghanaian Gospel musician Kojo Royal is about to end 2023 with a masterpiece, made possible by some of the best musicians and composers in the industry.

The singer and instrumentalist has just announced that he is ending the year with a new single titled ‘Wo Ye Onyame’.

The song ‘Wo Ye Onyame’, to wit ‘You are God’, shows how dependable Kojo Royal is on his Creator.

The song is also an appreciative piece and victory song that his followers can use in times of triumph, or even in times of turbulence.

Even with his instrumental and songwriting prowess, Kojo Royal is succored by some of the best musicians he’s worked with to create ‘Wo Ye Onyame’.

The song was composed by himself and guitarist Isaac K. Ampong (Ike). His backing vocalist Vivian Aboagye wrote the song. Popular UK-based sound engineer Joe Wilson mixed and mastered it.
Drummer Jeremiah Aboagye, keyboardists Kofi Boateng and Theophilous Aminarh, and guitarist Festus Mensah brought their experiences and talents to glaze the masterpiece.

According to Kojo Royal, the song will be released on December 15, 2023. He said his fans should expect nothing but an inspirational, worship-centered and soulful masterpiece.

Last month, Kojo Royal disclosed that he is committed to using his music as a tool to champion a charity agenda.

He said this charity will focus on raising God-fearing children. “My mission is to win devoted believers to God with my music,” he said in an interview with Ghanafuo.com.

“I want to give them some soulful music that
will draw them closer to God. I want to build a children’s home filled with God-fearing children for different communities,” he added.

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Mimi Andani writes openly on her divorce

Published

2 weeks ago

November 15, 2023

Ameyaw Debrah

Ghanaian Big Brother Africa star and creative entrepreneur, Mimi Andamonhas revealed in a social media post that she has been divorced for a while now. (more…)

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Trending Pictures Of Digital Marketer and Media Personality Ms.Nancy Goes Viral After A Picture Of Them Together Pop Up Online

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1 month ago

October 27, 2023

Ameyaw Debrah

Social media has been abuzz with excitement over a captivating photograph featuring the well-known Digital Marketer and Founder of Visual Display Network (VDN), Gorbachev Awuah, popularly known as Rems, and the beloved Television Personality, Professional Style Coach, and Public Speaker, Nancy Adabea Anane, who goes by Ms. Nancy. This snapshot, which has been making the rounds on various platforms for the past week, has ignited discussions, speculations, and a myriad of unanswered questions.

Mainstream Ghanaian Bloggers and the ardent admirers of both the media personalities have been eagerly deliberating the nature of their connection ever since the image started trending. Renowned Bloggers including ZionFelix, Ameyaw Debrah, Gh Kwaku among other Bloggers posted the picture on their social media handles, and their captions have only added fuel to the curiosity.

ZionFelix, in his caption, wrote, “Could this be love?? What am I seeing with my eyes like this. Ms. Nancy and Gorbachev Awuah, should we save the date anaaa mu se s3n!!!! This is soo out of the blue oo, my guy @iamremsover abeg come explain yourself!”

Ameyaw Debrah pondered, “Interesting post by Media Personality Ms. Nancy, does this mean we should be expecting a wedding ceremony very soon, or it’s just the beginning of the relationship. We’re waiting for more details @iamremsover.”

Gh Kwaku chose not to comment but left an intriguing remark, saying, “I haven’t said anything, I’m just passing by, but Ms. Nancy’s caption alone eerrhh!! Ok, bye.”

Ms. Nancy herself contributed to the speculation with her caption, which seemed to hint at something intriguing. She stated, “MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE 99! @iamremsover and I are acquaintances and only meet at events every now and then. A random picture we took at Mandy’s wedding A is giving such couple vibes. As others in the industry, we could decide to take more of such and get our friend bloggers to insinuate that we are an item, and BANG, all will be on our pages trying to know the latest on our relationship, etc., and we will trend! I would be called a cougar but I would still trend. It’s nice to trend, but please make people work hard for it. But this boy @iamremsover is fine. Sorry for snitching, guys.”

The enigmatic caption has stirred further intrigue, leaving everyone guessing about the nature of their relationship and whether it’s simply a playful tease or something more significant.

As speculations continue to swirl, only time will reveal the true story behind this viral picture and the nature of the connection between Gorbachev Awuah and Ms. Nancy. For now, the online community remains captivated by this delightful mystery.

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Shatta Wale, Esther Piesie others shine in UK, Full List Of Winners Of Ghana Music Awards UK 2023

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2 months ago

October 9, 2023

Ameyaw Debrah

Shatta Wale emerged Artist of the Year at the 2023 edition of Ghana Music Awards UK. He also won Reggae/Dancehall Artist of The Year, Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year as well as Most Dominant Fan Base of the Year.

Piesie Esther also claimed multiple awards including Gospel Song of The Year for her soul-stirring track “Wayε Me Yie,” Gospel Artiste of The Year, and the Songwriter of the Year award. Black Sherif secured the title of Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste of The Year, while Akwaboah got the nod for Highlife Artiste of The Year.

Sarkodie bagged the awards for Best Rapper of the Year and Best Collaboration of the Year for “Country Side” featuring Black Sherif.

The event was not only a platform for local recognition but also highlighted the global impact of Ghanaian artists.

See the full list of winners below:

Artiste of the Year

Shatta Wale

Uncovered Artiste of The Year

Essi

New Artiste of The Year

Lasmid

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“It’s disrespectful to me, my team, my fans…” – JZyNo responds to Ruger’s snide remarks on ‘Butta My Bread’

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2 months ago

October 4, 2023

Ameyaw Debrah

JZyNo had a mouthful for Ruger following the latter’s insinuation about the success of his viral song ‘Butta My Bread,’ featuring Lasmid.

The Liberian star’s response comes after the Nigerian singer took a jab at him in episode 10 of the Zero Conditions podcast in September titled “Born to Rule.” Ruger had no qualms in undermining the quality and effort behind JZyNo’s flagship song, casually saying: “Now if you want to blow, you go blow by mistake. Na by mistake dem dey blow. There’s– It’s not intentional anymore. You could just say your [song] blow on TikTok,” before proceeding to sing a snippet of the song and concluding, “Then, you don turn artist be that.”

WATCH HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@jzynodaily/video/7285675899297565958?lang=en

In a personal video addressed to his fans, JZyNo hit back at Ruger, calling the ‘Asiwaju’ hitmaker’s comments disrespectful, amid other factual statements meant to expose Ruger’s snide remarks. “You know very well every artist put in work to get to somewhere, every artist. Not talking about JZyNo, who has been doing this for years,” the ‘Butta My Bread’ star said. He added: “The statement that Ruger made, for me, it’s disrespectful to me and my team and my fans, Dancegod Lloyd who did the challenge, the artist that I featured, Lasmid. And in fact, the entire Liberia and Ghana industry.”

WATCH HERE: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=264787739282807

It is uncertain if this will be the start of a feud between the two artists moving forward. Meanwhile, ‘Butta My Bread’ still boasts a strong presence on charts across the continent, having amassed over 100M streams since its release in April. The song has become one of 2023’s top hits, putting JZyNo at the vanguard of Afrobeats and his critics to shame. As he prepares to release his eagerly-awaited song with Camidoh ‘Eyes On You’ this week – following its postponement out of respect for the late Mohbad, JZyNo may be on the verge of delivering another indelible hit.

‘Eyes On You’ featuring Camidoh will arrive on all music platforms come October 6th. Don’t miss out.

@jzynodaily Popular Nigerian singer, Ruger throws shade on the leader of the New Liberia, JZyNO. #nigeriantiktok🇳🇬 #dancegodlloyd #ghanatiktok🇬🇭 #viralsound #liberiatiktok🇱🇷 #fyp #jzyno #buttermybreadchallenge #buttermybread #followme ♬ original sound – JZYNO DAILY❤️🦅

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Former First Lady, Theresa Kufuor passes on

Published

2 months ago

October 1, 2023

Ameyaw Debrah

Media reports indicate that former First Lady Theresa Kufuor is dead.

Mrs Kufuor, nee Mensah, is reported to have passed away on Sunday, October 1.

She served as the First Lady of Ghana from January 7, 2001 to January 6, 2009.

She assumed the role after her husband succeeded Jerry John Rawlings as the President of the Republic of Ghana.

While serving as First Lady, Madam Theresa set up the Mother to Child Community Development Foundation to help in the proper development of children and prevent mother-to-child transmission of diseases.