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See This: Zone Fam’s ‘Shaka Zulu On Em’ +Motso’s R250,000 ‘16 Bars’ + Ace’s ‘La La Le Friday!’
Hiphop music is spreading across Africa like wildfire as African rappers continue to pile up the heat not just in terms of lyrical prowess but also the whole hip-hop culture and lifestyle. Their music videos are showing more swag and blings as these must-see music videos selected from Nigeria, Zambia and South Africa portray severally. […]
Hiphop music is spreading across Africa like wildfire as African rappers continue to pile up the heat not just in terms of lyrical prowess but also the whole hip-hop culture and lifestyle. Their music videos are showing more swag and blings as these must-see music videos selected from Nigeria, Zambia and South Africa portray severally.
New Motswako sensation, Motso, recently raised the stakes in local South African hiphop music with the release of a shocking music video for his controversial underground hit ‘What you gonna do’ . On the song, he launches blistering attacks on fellow Motswako artists. But what has been making the rounds in the news is the R250 000, SNVP-rated music video released online only. The 8.22 minutes action-thriller video titled ’16 Bars’ portrays the competition being ‘taken out’, with performances by top-rated actors, including Lucky Koza and Vusi Ndlovu. It also features a stellar crew. Special effects and co-production were done by Greg Pitts, whose credentials also include Hollywood Blockbuster, American Ninja, and local thriller, Jerusalema. Formidable couple, Flo and Michael Balack (of Jerusalema and Soul City fame) was in charge of art direction. However, an edited version has been released on TV. A short film version of the project will also be commercially distributed to local and international TV stations.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCdccLr9ypg
Motso has been making waves in South Africa since he won the Beyonderz Talent Search in Mamelodi in 2008, and signed a 3-album deal with pan-African record label, Lolhiphop Records in 2010. He soon won the hearts of female fans across the country with his hit single ‘Ngwanyana wa motswana’, and released his debut album ‘From nuthin to sumthin’ in November.
Zambian hip-hop collective, Zone Fam has been one of the most prolific rap groups in that country since it was formed in 2007 and their latest video and second single from the album ‘The Business: Foreign Exchange’ will certainly make them relevant in Zambian rap game. Their video for ‘Shaka Zulu On Em’ shot and edited by Ground Xero Crew, reflects the party theme of the track produced by Jay Rox for Slam Dunk Records.
The founders of the group, The Holstar and Pope have successfully managed to turn the group from a group a young guys jamming at Zone Studios to a family of talented individuals who bring together their skills into a great musical synergy. The name Zone Fam was derived from the studio name, when one of the original members, Al Kani said the line “You can’t mess with the Zone Fam” in an old track.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5Y13IpaGrg
The original Zone Fam members were The Holstar, Pope and Al Kani and thereafter, Dope G joined, followed by Jay Rox, Verbal Assasin and Last Thugga. They describe their music as “good Hip Hop period!” They fuse both English and local languages into their lyrics to make it more appealing to the general public.
Nigerian newcomer, Ace has released his debut music video, “La La Le Friday!” and is due to start his promotional club tour around Nigeria in a few weeks. The music video was shot on location in Johannesburg. The single was released months back so this is a much awaited video. The quite conceptual video portrays a modern clubbing experience on a Friday night and how the ‘big boys’ party.
Ace, real name Chuks Austine is a fusion music recording artiste, entertainer and model. His fusion music is inspired by party grooves, feel good vibes, everyday life and tales. It’s a fusion of Pop, Afropop and Hip Pop.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c7K4io0Ywg
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Telecel supports TGMA’s Music for Good Award to recognise social impact of musicians
Charterhouse, organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs), has announced Telecel Ghana as the new category sponsor of the Music for Good award. The honourary award aims to reward and amplify the positive social change made by musicians beyond their craft.
As part of its ongoing transition to Telecel Ghana, the telecoms giant is rolling out a series of rebranded initiatives including merging the Green Award into the existing Music for Good award. The winner of the Music for Good award will be revealed at the grand climax of the TGMAs on Saturday, 1st June and presented with a recognition plaque and a cheque of 20,000 Ghana cedis towards their impact project.
The Music for Good award will recognise an artiste who released a song in the year under review and went beyond their music to contribute significantly to a social cause, including but not limited to youth mentorship, health, education, economic empowerment, social development, and environmental initiatives.
The decision to merge the Green Award with the existing Music for Good award was reached to celebrate the wider contributions of musicians to their communities, shifting the sole focus from environmental efforts to the broader spectrum of social impact.
Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai, CEO of Telecel Ghana, the headline sponsor of the TGMAs indicated that supporting the Music for Good award shows the TGMAs commitment to celebrating musicians who use their influence to push for positive change and add value to the lives of people and communities.
“We believe musicians have the talent and power to inspire, connect, change lives and communities positively. The Music for Good category will celebrate and honour musicians who go above and beyond in using their influence for the greater good,” Patricia said.
The Music for Good award will shine the spotlight on musicians who have leveraged their fame and influence for tangible impact.
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The 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Night is here!! Ready?
Call it ‘Ghana Music’s Biggest Night’, ‘The Most Anticipated Event’ or ‘The Grand Convocation of Celebrities’, and you will be anything but wrong. The Ghana Music Awards, celebrating its 25th Anniversary, proudly brought to you by Telecel, will climax on 1st June, 2024 with an amazing musical show and awards presentation to deserving artistes, preceded by the glam of red carpet. Ready?
This year’s edition will not only celebrate the 25year milestone, but also pay tribute to the people, culture, and music of Ghana. The event promises to be the most memorable yet, with performances from some of the most sort after artists on the continent, including Stonebwoy, Kuami Eugene, King Promise, Mr. Drew, Nacee, Amerado, King Paluta, Efya, Amaree, and Team Eternity.
The most anticipated moment of the night is the announcement of the coveted Artiste of the Year award. This prestigious accolade recognizes the artist who has made the biggest impact in the industry over the past year, adjudged by the board, academy and the general public. The competition is fierce, as musicians continue to raise the bar with their talent, creativity and ingenuity. Thirty (30) categories will be awarded throughout the evening, honoring artistes of various genres, collaborative works, and individual achievements.
Join the celebration, the glitz and glamor, the unforgettable performances and the crowning moments on Saturday, 1st of June at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre, at 7pm. Tickets are available at Charterhouse Office for Ghc500 Premium and Ghc700 VIP. Or simply dial *713*33*25#. For VVIP Tickets call 0501288520. Alternatively catch the experience, live on TV3 at 8pm and on YouTube – Charterhouse Live.
The 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards is powered by Charterhouse, with support from TV3, Guinness, Captain Morgan, Closeup, British Council, our media partners and proudly brought to you by Telecel, connecting energies!
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