LUDWIG JUNIA JOINS 4SYTE TV UK AS HOST AND PRODUCER!!!

So there is a new face on 4 Syte TV from the UK, bringing you exclusive celebrity interviews and producing 4 Syte TV in the UK. 

So far we have had, the behind the scenes of Fuse Antenna Video, Buk Bak in the Westfield Shopping Mall and an interview with Edem at the London Olympic Village. But what do we know about Ludwig Junia?

He is the guy who brought the UK, No Bling! TV, the first ever TV show for unsigned urban artist in the UK which aired for four years on Sky TV, a satellite platform in the UK.. An innovative music TV show which broke the boundaries of normal television. 

This led to a nomination at the Ghana Professional Awards. Ludwig Junia did not rest on his laurels after this prestigious nomination; he went on to produce No Bling! Xtra an extension of the show incorporating celebrity interviews and Clubs tours. More TV shows followed – such as “Meaningful Conversations” as well as “The Influential Africans Show” – Ludwig Junia also broke the boundaries with his Model Xtra  TV show in its originality and out come.

All shows produces for 4 Syte UK are now seen exclusively on 4 Syte TV Ghana as well as partner Channel in Ghana and UK.

IWAN SHOWCASES NEW BABY SON TO FANS

IWAN has been using his own Facebook account, to keep his followers updated with the progress of his music life.

IWAN revealed the first picture of their baby son in his arms a week ago.

There's no doubt who is the apple of IWAN's eye as he proudly tells his numerous fans about his new son.

In a picture psoted on his Facebook, IWAN captioned it as “Thank you Most High Jah, oh ya Allah for blessing me with a son. My King is finally in. Please help me with prayers of thanksgiving to the Almighty...God is Wonderful ”

BY: Nii Atakora Mensah, Ghana Music.com

Nii Atakora Mensah, Ghana Music.com

Nii Atakora Mensah, Ghana Music.com

Nii Atakora Mensah, Ghana Music.com

GOODBYE BLAKOFE & HELLO OHENABA AKUA

For many years, fans of TV and radio Presenter Blakofe have been wondering what her real name is.  Well wonder no more.  For the artiste formerly known as Blakofe is now going by her Ghanaian name, Oheneba Akua Manfo.  According to Akua “I decided to drop Blakofe and go back to using Oheneba or Akua because I travel a lot.  And in my journeys, I have somehow found myself being an ‘unofficial Ambassador’ for Ghana.  From America to Europe to Africa, people readily associate me as Mama Ghana or Mama Africa.  Each time I leave my house in ‘African print’ or accessories such as beads from Ghana, I find I am promoting my people’s culture, traditions and way of life.  As I have done on TV programmes such as GoldBlast, Amazing Ghana and Studio 53 where I had the wonderful opportunity to share Ghanaian cuisine, music, art, tourist sites etc. with an international audience. “she continues:

SISTER DEBORAH, WANLOV & M3NSA TO PERFORM @ GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL?

‘Uncle Obama…I like the size of your banana..”, she had the world singing along and now Sister Deborah will hit one of the biggest global music stage to perform her viral song.  She is expected to join talented duo FOKN BOIS made of her brother,Wanlov and the eclectic M3nsa to perform at the Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Arts this year. The 2013 Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts is scheduled to be held from 26–30 June 2013. It follows a fallow year, in which there was no festival and organizers are keeping a tight lip on performers at the festival for now.

With a solid tradition of excellence, the Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts is an event many people look forward to. It takes place near Pilton, Somerset, England. It is best known for its contemporary theme, but also for dance, comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret and others.

The first few editions were influenced by hippie ethics and the free festival movement. The festival retains vestiges of this tradition such as the Green Fields area which includes the Green Futures and Healing Field. After the 1970s the festival took place almost every year and grew in size, with the number of attendees sometimes being swollen by gate-crashers.

ALL SET FOR THE GHANA MUSIC WEEK : MEGA CONCERT, HONOURS AND MORE!!!

On Wed. March 6TH @ Accra Sports Stadium, 56 of Ghana’s very biggest Hit SONGS will be performed live. It is the official 56th Ghana’s Independence Concert . In one patriotic parade, in the Ghanaian colors, we are burning down this city with Music.

Daddy Lumba, Amakye Dede, Kojo Antwi, Samini, Sakordie, Rocky Dawuni, Sonni Badu, Cecilia Marfo, Soul Winners, Nicholas Omane Acheampong,  Becca, Kaakie,  V.I.P, Buk Bak, Eazzy, Reggie Rockstone, Obrafour, Tic Tac,  and over 15 big stage stoppers.

Guest Appearances from Nigeria, South Africa, Togo, Kenya and Cote D’Ivoire, there will be more than enough surprise stars at the Accra Stadium on 6th March. Grab your advance tickets at Gh10cedis and Gh20cedis today  at any radio station in Accra  and Tema

I WASN'T PAID FOR ASEM'S "BYE BYE"- KWABENA KWABENA REVEALS

Highlife singer, Kwabena Kwabena on The Late Nite Celebrity show, last Friday  revealed that he didn’t take any money from rapper Asem in doing his part of the song, Bye Bye. Arguably, Kwabena Kwabena’s verse on Bye Bye was what made the song many fans’ favourite but it was such a surprise when the video of the song emerged and there was no sight of Kwabena Kwabena was in it. Even though he was unwilling to comment on this issue during the interview, rumour has it that Asem totally cut Kwabena Kwabena out and made the song his own completely.

Asem has not come out to say anything about the song neither has he explained the absence of Kwabena Kwabena in the video. Aside the controversy surrounding the music video, Kwabena Kwabena on the show also revealed that he has a new management team working tirelessly to get him even further than where he is now.

SARKODIE'S MUM SHOW OFF HER "GANGSTER" IN SARK BASEBALL CAP!

Yes, I told you earlier this year that rapper, Sarkodie had launched his own clothing line known as Sark  The rapper has been seen wearing his creations in the form of shirts, belts and baseball caps in recent time. It seems that only Sarkodie and perhaps people close to him are testing the waters with the Sark brand until it becomes commercial. The latest person to be seen in a Sark item is the mum of the rapper, who was spotted in this online photo wearing one of the caps and acting all gangsta!!! Now that’s a truly proud mama!!!

BY Ameyaw Debrah

ORGANIZERS PROMISE SHOW STOPPING SURPRISES @ CHRIS BROWN CONCERT

Organizers of the much anticipated Hope City Launch Celebration concert to be headlined by international R&B superstar, Chris Brown, have assured Ghanaians of an exciting show with show stopping surprises! The rlg sponsored concert comes off on Tuesday March 5 at the Accra Sports Stadium in Accra, and organizers assure fans, and urge them not to miss out on what is expected to be a fantastic concert from the man popularly known as Chris Breezy.

Preparations are ahead to commence the construction of a mega stage at the Accra Sports Stadium in readiness for the concert, which is expected to feature local supporting acts including R2Bees, Samini, Efya, D-Black and Sherifa Gunu.

EAZZY CELEBRATES MUM’S BIRTHDAY ON TWITTER

Female artiste Mildred Ashong musically called Eazzy tweeted this morning about her mother’s birthday.
The 2013 Ghana music awards nominee said in the tweet: ‘happy bdae mummy..i love youuuuuu i love youuuu i love you..Gods blessings.’

One could feel the excitement at which Eazzy who was nominated for her ‘Go Go wind’ single Ft Jupitar is about her mother’s birthday.

Indeed mother’s are a blessing and one of such is Eazzy’s mother.

On behalf of www.nanayaw18.com we say happy birthday to Eazzy’s mother and we pray God gives her long life to see her daughter move from grace to grace.

Story: Nana Yaw Wiredu – www.nanayaw18.com

"GUESS WHO IS COMING FOR DINNER" RETURNS WITH SEASON 4

The past seasons of Guess Who Is Coming For Dinner saw people being surprised by the relatives and loved ones most at times the people being surprised could not hold back their tears of joy and appreciation for the wonderful gesture by the relatives, loved one’s and the Guess who is coming for dinner crew.  Season four of Guess Who Is Coming For Dinner bounces back with beautiful surprises and excellent recipes from seasoned chefs that can easily be replicated by all at home is back on GhOne television.

Guess Who Is Coming For Dinner is not just a TV reality cook show but a show that allows one to share interesting stories, emotional true life accomplishment, the joy of sharing warm surprises with family, excellent recipes of both exotic and local dishes.

The show which returns to the screens on Sundays at 5:30pm on GH-One, gained for itself a respectable following when it premiered a number of years ago. The programme manages to keep viewers entertained right from the start of the programme to finish.

‘Guess Who Is Coming for Dinner’ is a GH-One initiative with sponsorship from Alvaro supported by tasty tom and indomie, is in many ways different from all the other cook shows that are aired on TV. The first major difference is that the programme is shot on location at the homes of families.

JEREMIE VAN-GARSHONG TO LEAVE YFM FOR LIVE91.9FM?

It’s few days away from what Live 91.9 FM and according to enewgh.com, sources say there is a deadline for YFM presenter Jeremie Van-Garshong to make a decision on whether or not she is joining the Tesano-based station. Typical of new or rebranded stations , there is always the need to poach well known presenters and the management of Live FM, which is rebranding from Vibe FM, are sticking to the status quo. George Brun and Kwame Faakye, two former Vibe FM presenters have already been signed on.

Jeremie cut her teeth in radio broadcasting at the then Vibe FM and until four years ago was the host of their extended drive time program. Currently, she hosts the very popular Y Lounge andSaturday Morning Live on YFM.

#GM1632 : CELEBS LINE UP FOR RED CARPET GHANAIAN NITE ON FRIDAY

A tall list of celebrities ranging from musicians through to stylist is lined up for the first ever Red carpet Ghanaian night at Aphrodisiac night club this Friday – 1st March 2013, at 9pm for only GHc20.

Come Friday night, DJs on rotation will be DJ Gadaffi from citifm, DJ Giovani, Yfm, DJ Perfect of Hitzfm and DJ Champagne of Yfm.

On the red carpet will be the #Gm1623 Ladies from Legon together with names like Caroline Sampson, Okyeame Kwame, Dobble, Dr. Slim, Guru, Yaayaa Natural face, Rana, D2, Raquel, Rana, Stormmy, Baffour and many more.
On the night fashion exhibition from Konfidence fashion, Afriken Novelty, Selinabeb Bags, DDwear GH, Abrantie –O’ronga and a surprise.

The event put together by Signup international, is expected to promote the indigenous Ghanaian / African print mixing it with music and a lot of camera lights.

What to expect on Friday is a night where music will meet fashion. For the first time club attendees get to wear something different to a club instead of normal club dress, this event is strictly African / Ghanaian wear.

PREGGY YFM HOST, MS NAA GOES ON MATERNITY LEAVE & CALLS HER REPLACEMENT "GARBAGE"

What should be the normal reaction when a substantive radio host, who is away on leave tunes in to her own show, to an almost alien voice? Tune off? Scream her head off, or ask too many questions? Naa Adzokor Addo (MsNaa), host of YFM’s Morning Show Ryse & Shyne woke up on Thursday February 21 to a new voice on the 107.9 dial. It was the petite Babiee Dapaah, who had been asked by the station’s handlers to sit in for her.

She wasn’t happy about it, and went on Twitter to vent her anger at what she felt was an attempt to destroy all the hard work she’s put in from day one.

“Chale me sef I’m tuning off. This is garbage! I didn’t put in years of work for this to happen!!! ”she tweeted.

RAPPER, CASSIDY LARSINY FAILS TO SHOW UP IN GHANA

After previous postponements, the maiden edition of the Accra Nightlife Awards finally took place on Saturday night but without its much-advertised headlining act, American rapper Cassidy. According to a source close to the organizers, the rapper was due to arrive in Ghana on Thursday for the nominations party but wasn’t able to do so due to some personal challenges back home in America. His management agreed to reschedule for arrival in Ghana on Friday and again there was no show. On the Saturday, frantic efforts were made to reach Cassidy’s management but there was no luck throughout the day.

According to the source, the organizers were deeply disappointed in Cassidy and are looking forward for a refund of fees already paid to his management team.  The Accra Nightlife Awards was originally billed for January and but was postponed to February 16, which saw Cassidy making headlines around the world when he tweeted about going to Ghana/ Africa to perform.

by Ameyaw Debrah

ACCRA NIGHTLIFE AWARDS WINNERS LIST ...

At what could be said to be a very well organised event. The rlg Accra Nightlife Awards came off at the Event Haven inside the trade fair center on Saturday 23rd February, 2013. The maiden event which was organised by Edge53 and headline sponsored by rlg saw creators and contributors to nightlife being awarded for the first time. The colorful, round-table event had Ace presenters Jerimie and Jay foley as presenters. The night which attracted a huge audience mainly being persons within the showbiz circles in Ghana had performances from seasoned artists including Jupiter, Chris Waddle, Swagg Society, RnM, FimFim, Cartoon and R2bees. Reggie Rockstone left the Awards with the highest number of plagues as his facilities Grand Papazz/Rockstones Office won in allmost all categories it was nominated for. Even though USA rapper Cassidy was iinitially billed to headline the Awards organizers say he missed out due to problems he encountered when he was bound to leave for the show. In a nut shell the maiden edition off the rlg Accra Nightlife Awards was a huge success.

Find below the winners:

NAA ASHORKOR TO HOST "TALES FROM THE POWDER ROOM"

TV host and actress, Naa Ashorkor is set to host a new talk show on GhOne entertainment television. ‘Tales from the Powder Room’ is an all- girl talk show, which will have two regular panelists and one guest. These ladies will discuss issues pertinent to women in the areas of relationships, fashion, childbirth, rape, divorce, professional development, religions, etc.

Every week, a story or issue will be selected from entries from viewers, and discussed in details by the ladies. Experts will also come in to advise when necessary. It’s going to be fun-packed, straight forward, sassy, educative, and entertaining.

THE 2013 VGMA NOMINATION COMPLETE LIST OUT !!!

The songs and videos have been reviewed, the list has been narrowed and you are now looking at the full complete of the 14th annual Vodafone Ghana Music Awards on Ghana Music.com.

EL, D-Black and Cwesi Oteng lead the pack with high nominations.

What are you waiting for? Start voting for the 2013 VGMAs now!

We have no idea who will go home happy and who will be drowning in their sorrows on the awards nite when the show airs live on GH One.

The full List of 2013 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards are:

JOHN PAINTSIL 'S WIFE DIDN'T SCALE OVER A WAL, WASN'T STABBED & SHE WASN'T UNCONSCIOUS

Communications Director for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Ibrahim Sannie Daara who was at the Legon Police Station with some high profile members of the GFA to secure bail for John Paintsil, has expressed worry over the media’s reportage of an incident he describes as a ‘domestic affair’.

Ghana defender John Paintsil was on Friday arrested by the East Legon Police in Accra on allegation of assaulting his wife. The Hapoel Tel Aviv player was reported by some media houses to have ‘Punched, Stabbed and attempted to kill’ his wife who was then admitted to the Legon hospital following a misunderstanding.

Sannie Daara, who was speaking to some sections of the media, stated emphatically that there was no stabbing as first put out by the media.

#GM1623 COUNTDOWN - A WEEK MORE TO RED CARPET GHANAIAN NITE

In less than one week (which is a week from today) Ghanaians party rave heads will experience a huge unlimited music and fashion night at the first ever #Gm1623 Red carpet Ghanaian night at Aphrodisiac night club on 1st of March.

The event which host top designers, musicians, DJs and beautiful ladies from University of Ghana - Legon is set to be the biggest opener for the month of March.

Organizers, Signup International disclosed that a tall list of celebrities ranging from musicians, movie actors and comedians will be at the event to throw some light on the red carpet.

DJs on rotation for the night will be DJ Champagne of Y107.9fm, DJ Gadaffi of Citi97.3fm; DJ Perkert of Hitz103.9fm, among much hence great music awaits you.

They also said that fashion exhibition from Selinabeb Bags, Konfidence fashion, Afriken Novelty, Abrantie by O-Ronga and many young creative minds will be on the red carpet to make their presence felt.
What more is left for a great night as we have three strong music performances from musicians plus the show will be hosted by a huge surprise MC.

GHANA MUSIC FESTIVAL SLATED FOR MARCH 4TH – 10TH

The first Ghana Music Week (GMW) will be held at the National Theater from March 4 to 10, 2013 under the theme: “Engaging MUSIC as a catalyst for Unity and National Growth”.

“Our key goal is to create the industry’s biggest platform to bring together and encourage participation of artistes, stakeholders, the media, decision/policy makers and music users; and to recognize, promote & underscore the importance and value of Ghanaian music forms”, says MUSIGA President, Bice Osei Kuffour.

Ghana Music Week will feature three main branches namely:  training/Workshops/Seminars; Film/Theater & Comedy and Musical Concerts, and will parade over 500 - both emerging and established- musicians, bands & creative industry players. GMW is expected to attract visitors in excess of 20,000 over 7 days.

BEVERLY AFAGLO LAMENTS ABOUT POOR SUPPORT FOR GHANAIAN MUSIC

The issue of Nigerian music dominating the airwaves of Ghana has come under scrutiny once again and this time the call is not from an artiste but an actress.

Beverly Afaglo, a Ghanaian actress, has bemoaned the apparent favoritism of Nigerian songs over those from Ghana by radio presenters and disc jockeys.

Speaking on Peace FM’s ‘Entertainment Review Show’ last Saturday, Beverly, who is married to Eugene Baah of Praye Fame, said it was a rarity to hear Nigerian radio stations play hip life/Ghanaian songs on their airwaves.

“I have been to Nigeria a lot of times and you hardly hear songs from Ghana being played,” she said. “Some few clubs and pubs choose to play Ghana songs”.

DEBORAH VANESSA COVERS CLASSIC MAGAZINE MAIDEN ISSUE, OUT FEBRUARY 23!!!

Max Impact Productions is delighted to announce the launch of Classic Magazine on the 23^rd of February at the Silverbird Lounge, Accra Mall.  The 96-page glossy is a bimonthly fashion magazine aimed at the young and forward-looking African who is looking for a way to keep up with the creativity and originality that is currently blossoming from the continent.  Its team of local photographers, writers and designers based in Ghana put together the brands, people and places that you should buy, know and visit in one convenient, beautifully-crafted magazine.

In its first edition, the magazine shines its spotlight on trailblazing young designers, models and stars from all walks of African life.  The magazine is pan-African and so will be available to buy in Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, UK, USA and Canada at a price of GH10cedis or the rough equivalent in other markets.  The magazine will be sold in major restaurants, pharmacies, hotels and malls.

Although Classic Magazine is a fashion magazine, there’s something in it for you whether you’re a fashionista or not.  Apart from flaunting the hottest clothes, designs and accessories, Classic Magazine features enlightening pieces on travel, culture, health and insightful interviews with the young entrepreneurs making waves across the continent.

THE PROMISING DISK JOCKEY, DJ STICKY

Disk jockey’s in our country today who are normally referred to as DJ’s are shortly gaining great stands as at now in the industry. Back in the days DJ’s were not regarded to have any special talent or gift but rather people who had fun for music and used their skills in it for mere pleasure and as a hobby. But then things have shortly changed and in this current era disk jockeying is even studied to perfect the in born talents of most people who have the passion for it. This has lead to us producing some of the best DJ’s that we can boost of n the country today. As fast and wild as everything seems to be, we keep uncovering hidden talents in the although good lack the necessities to draw them to the limelight

Currently I must commend one of the greatest DJ’s of our times who has proven that it takes not just the skills but determination, hard work, the passion and above all the fear of God to become a shining star. A promising star as he was with great visions of being behind his own gadgets doing his own mixes is what has kept him on his toes to attain this height in life. DJ Sticky born Joseph Kwame Asante started as a sound engineer in his church helping to fix equipments. He soon rose to his biggest dream of becoming a DJ and not just a mere DJ but one of the best we can mention in the industry today.

ALL GHANAIAN LADIES BAILEYS NIGHT OUT @ PRIVILEGE NIGHT CLUB STARTS TODAY

Ghanaian hot looking chicks set join forces with other Black African ladies resident in Accra this and every other Thursday of the week at multi-million Privilege Nite Club formerly known as PEER 1 Night Club located at Saint Theresa, North Kaneshie in Accra.

The event proudly anchored by Event EXP Pro promises to hold down the biggest Accra ladies night party ever and also to graduate Accra nightlife to a new level of indulgent.

High rated personalities Ghanaian and Intercontinental celebs will pass through the Baileys Ladies Night Out as schemed this and every Thursday – Starting tomorrow 21st February 2013.

Its 100% free Entry plus free bottle of Baileys for all ladies before 12:30am (Midnight)…

TAKE CAUTION: Exclusively, Guys are not left out of this mega event.. Ladies come along with the dudes, men and daddies because it’s your time to make merry and take your night life to another level.

This event is strictly an EVENT EXP PRO affair with supports from Y.fm, Black Gold Media and www.TheMonteOz.com

I'M HUMBLED BY BEST DJ IN GHANA AWARD - DJ BLACK

Awards play an integral part in one’s career and DJ Black has scooped several awards as a Deejay, but winning the Best Ghana DJ of the Year, he says is particularly humbling.

Born Kwadwo Ampfo, DJ Black who hosts the Open House Party every Saturday on Joy FM emerged Ghana’s ultimate Disc Jockey at the maiden edition of the Ghana DJ Awards which came off at the National Theatre last Friday.

The man, affectionately called Mr. Black by colleagues at Joy FM told Myjoyonline.com, he feels humbled by the award.

The recogntion, he said, means there is “a greater responsibility now on your shoulder because now it’s a recognized thing among all DJs.”

IS CHRIS BROWN COMING TO GHANA WITH RIHANNA?

While many have welcomed the news of Grammy Award winning act Chris Brown storming Ghana to perform at a mega concert on March 5 at the Accra Sports Stadium, fans have been left wondering and hoping if he will be coming to the country with his girlfriend Rihanna.

The two, after Chris Brown assaulted Rihanna in 2009, have patched up their differences and have been seen virtually together and at shows.

The two lovebirds arrived in Cote D’Ivoire last December 2012 for the Kora Awards where Chris Brown delivered a sizzling performance to the delight of many.

Apart from Cote D’Ivoire, Chris, born Christopher Maurice, over the past few weeks has performed in South Africa and Nigeria where he did not fail to leave an indelible showmanship.

CHRIS BROWN TO STORM "GH" FOR HOPE CITY LAUNCH CONCERT, MARCH 5TH

Multiple Grammy Award winning American Superstar Chris Brown storms Ghana this Independence Holiday to headline the celebration of the Launch of the a Technology City called the HOPE CITY. Ghana has over the recent years hosted a number of International Artistes and word reaching us is that this mega concert is about to go down on 5th March, Independence Eve at the Ohene Djan Stadium.

Coming in the heels of Chris Brown’s tour of Africa, having been to South Africa, Angola and Nigeria just last December, its Ghana’s turn to experience the multi-talented singer, dancer, songwriter and electrifying performer – CBreezy in a magical performance, alongside leading GH acts and spiced with some Comedy.

The HOPE CITY LAUNCH CONCERT is in commemoration of the Sod-Cutting of a new Technology Village – HOPE CITY, proudly brought to you by Ghana’s No.1 ICT Company, RLG.

ACCRA NIGHTLIFE AWARDS POSTPONED TO FEBRUARY 23RD

At a press briefing yesterday in Accra, The Chief Operations Officer of EDGE Media Group, Mr Kelvin Nii Quartey stated that The rLG Accra Nightlife Awards has been re-scheduled.

The new date is next week Saturday February 23rd.

He further stated that the change of date was necessary to implement new additions made to the Award Ceremony. He mentioned that aside Cassidy and Top Gh acts performing on the night, world famous DJ, DJ Thoro ( Official DJ for 50 Cent) would be live in Ghana for the Awards. Plus a surprise artist from Nigeria.

CREATIVE ARTS MINISTER DESIGNATE PLEDGE TO WORK WITH STAKE HOLDERS

During the vetting of the minister designate for tourism, culture and Creative arts, she did promise to clean our tourist attraction centers and work with the stakeholders in the creative arts.

The minister designate said categorically that she has less experience in the creative arts field but in order to grantee the success of the creative arts industry she will work with inside stakeholders.

She also went on to say that one problem she quickly identifies with is the lack of structures in the creative arts hence to start work she will start the build up of structures.

One important thing on her list is to clean all beaches and most visited tourist centers but the question is where the tourist centers are and for the beaches, that will be a long way to go.

RAPPER, RUMOR IS NO MORE WITH SKILLIONS RECORDS

The relationship between Skillions Records and its, now former Alternate Hip hop act Rumor is over. This has been confirmed by both Rumor and Skillions Records boss JaySo. “My deal with Skillions rec has now ended. It’s been an adventure. Thanks. Happy Valentine’s day y’all,” Rumor tweeted.

“I owe you the truth: I left Skillions rec. It was my decision and prerogative. There wasn’t a deal or an expiration of it. Now let’s push forward.”

Jayso’s reply to a tweet asking why Rumor left, suggests he wanted an exit so the label had no option than to allow him take the walk.

SELINABEB BAGS, KONFIDENCE FASHION & 5 HOUSES FOR RED CARPET GHANAIAN NIGHT

Konfidence Fashion, SelinaBeb Bags, Abrantie Wear, Afriken Novelty and a surprise guest are the confirmed 5 top fashion names to exhibit their proudly made in Ghana collections at the March 1st Red Carpet Ghanaian night put together by Signup international to be held at Aphrodisiac night club.

According to Ms. Eugenia Dela Ayah the PR of Signup International she said, the March 1st event is to promote Friday African wear and install in people the confidence of patronizing locally made fashion clothes coupled with some good music and entertainment.

She added that on March 1st, Konfidence fashion will display her elegant Konfidence shoes, SelinaBeb bags will seek to give the ladies a reason to use a made in Ghana hand bag, while for the guys Abrantie wear by Oronga designs will bring the causal life out, trust Afriken Novelty to do justice to both male and Female clothes which are proudly Ghanaian and we have a surprise fashion designer on board coming with more swag.

BATTLE OF LEG: DEBORAH VANESSA THROWS YVONNE NELSON A CHALLENGE

It looks like actress Yvonne Nelson would have to back up her claim of having the hottest pair of legs in Ghanaian showbiz as model, TV host and singer, Deborah Vanessa looks set to challenge her. Deborah posted a ‘leggy’ photo of herself on instagram and wrote: “In fact my legs are sexy oo cc @yvonnenelsongh should I insure mine too?

Yvonne replied with a subtle warning saying: “@sisterdeborah herrrrrhhh….. ☺☺☺”

BY: Ameyaw Debrah

A LETTER TO THE GHANAIAN MUSIC FANS

Dear fan, Hope you are enjoying the barrage of hot tunes being released thus far this year. From all indications,
our musicians have entered the year with a vengeance and the likes of Sarkodie and Efya, Edem, EL,
Manifest, Felly, Richie and D3 have set the tone for 2013’s sound policy.

My personal favourites so far though have included, Sarkodie and Efya’s “Devil in Me”, EL and
Manifest’s “Hallelujah” and new entrant Felly’s “Ghana Girl Swag.” Am sure with so much great music
to choose from, you will agree with me that the quality of songs being released on the local scene is
certainly rising to the highest international standards.

The music has gotten so much better that even our multinational corporations have taken notice and are luring artistes with mega payouts to act as their brand ambassadors.

FUEL PRICES GO UP

Government has announced a 15 to 20 per cent hikes in fuel prices.

Per the new prices petrol will now be sold at GHS9.22 up from the previous GHS7 cedis.

A statement signed by the Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority Alex Mould says the new prices will take effect from Sunday, February, 17, 2013.

"The maximum indicative price for a litre of petrol will be GHS 2.0496 (GHS9.22 per gallon) and the maximum indicative prices for a litre of diesel will be GHS2.0683 will (GHS9.31 per gallon)" the statement said.

Kerosene is also up by 15 per cent and will be selling at 104. 65 pesewas per litre.

LPG is also up by 50 per cent and will be selling at 194.85 per litre or GHS24.36 per a 12.5 kg cylinder.

FULL LIST OF GHANA DJ AWARDS 2013 WINNERS

The first ever National DJ Awards in Africa, the Ghana DJ Awards sponsored by LG, Fiesta Condoms, Musiga and Kuckoo Restaurant, finally came off at the Ghana National Theatre with exciting performances by DJ Rampage, DJ Nii, DJ Andy Dosty, DJ Gospol, Twens Nicholas Omane Acheampong, Stonebwoy, D3, Bradez, Diamond and a host of others.



Here is the full list of the winners:

DBLACK PRESENTS "OH VERA" & "CHANGE YOUR LIFE" AZONTO DANCE FLASH MOB

Black Avenue Muzik & Rlg presents the 'OH VERA CHANGE YOUR LIFE' Azonto Dance Flash Mob for 2012's most popular Azonto song 'VERA' by D-Black ft. Joey B and the 2013 Club Banger 'Change Your Life' by D-Black ft. E.L. Watch, Enjoy and Learn the Flash Mob Dance moves and stand the chance of winning loadz of cash, cd's, trips and Rlg phone prizes when D-Black hits your city on tour from April 2013!!

WATCH THE 'OH VERA, CHANGE YOUR LIFE' AZONTO FLASH MOB HERE :

NANA AMA MCBROWN DONATES TO HER HOSPITAL WARD BEFORE LEAVING

Talk about giving back! Actress, Nana Ama McBrown was full of smiles when she was leaving the Yaa Asantewaa ward, where she was admitted after her car accident. However she didn’t leave without showing appreciation to the doctors and nurses who took care of her during her admission.

The actress donated three new wheelchairs to the Yaa Asantewaa Ward and she thanked them for taking good care of her. Col. H. Abban, Lt. Col. Tamakloe and Dr Agyapong received the wheelchairs on behalf of the ward. Nana Ama remarked: “Oh thank God I’m finally going home I’m so happy I thank Almighty God for sparing my life and that of Maxwell. I thank my family, my friends, and colleagues in the movie industry, musicians, and my friends from the media, my fans and anybody from any part of the world who said a prayer for. I can never stop showing my appreciation”.

BY : AMEYAW DEBRAH

"LOVE OF MY LIFE" ON VAL'S DAY

GhOne entertainment TV as part of the Valentine’s Day celebration brings to its viewers a special Valentine’s Day programme dubbed ‘Love of My Life’ this Thursday, 14th February 2013

Couples and love birds are to write special love stories about how they met their partners, the most memorable thing the partner has done for them or any interesting love story and send these stories and their details to info@ghonetv.com before Thursday, 14th February 2013. It could also be about your wife, husband, fiancée or that special someone.

The couples with the most interesting love stories will win exciting prizes such as a night for two at an exotic hotel, dinner for four couples, hampers, special designed hand bags, bouquets, grooming, cakes, flowers, make over for three women and many more other thrilling prizes.

BENIN MEETS GHANA AT THE DJ AWARDS

Benin’s Hip Hop stars Jay Killa and Natty Nova have been confirmed as guest performers to rock at the maiden Ghana DJ Awards this Friday. As a rapper, singer, songwriter, cultural chronicler, director, and lyricist, Jay-Killah remains one of the most accomplished artistes on the Beninese Hip-Hop scene who has greatly contributed to the birth of artistes such as Gaël, of Africa Stars fame, and Dibi Dobo, as Artistic Director.

In his 11 years career, Jay-Killah has to his credit 3 albums, 2 compilations, 5 trophies and tens of composed or written singles.

Jay Killah who will be performing alongside Ghana’s hip Hop acts at the show, was awarded the Best Beninese Hip-Hop artiste at the 2009 Benin Golden Awards, a ceremony which seeks to award the best Beninese artistes each year. He represented Benin at the Dakar Hip-Hop Awards last December with his group, Afropop.

TIC TAC & STONEBWOY TO PERFORM AT GHANA DJ AWARDS

The first biggest night in music on the 2013 Ghana entertainment got bigger now as two of Ghana's finest, multipleGhana Music Award award winning Tic Tac and Dancehall sensation Stonebuoy who celebrates his birthday in March, have been added to the list of performers who will touch the stage at the Ghana DJ Awards 2013.

Tic Tac returns to the stage for the first time since 2012 when he performed his all time hit "Philomena" off the same titled album. Backed by a live DJ set, Tic Tac dazzled the audience then and is prepared to deliver a repeat performance at the maiden Ghana DJ Awards show which will be aired live to about 20 million viewers across the world via TVGH.

The event comes off at the National Theatre of Ghana this Friday and starts at 8:00pm.

CAROLINE SAMPSON REVEALS HER BABY-DADDY DUMPED HER ON VAL'S DAY

Ghanaian model, rapper, actress and Radio/TV host, Caroline Sampson has revealed that the father of her child walked out before her baby was born, and the breakup happened on Valentine’s Day. She also revealed that she was on air presenting a radio programme when the breakup happened, adding that Sammy Forson partly contributed to the breakup.

Narrating the story on Jeremie Van-Garshong’s show on YFM, Caroline explained:

“I still don’t get it but that’s what he did…I cried. It is like the only thing that comes to me when I think about it; like Valentine’s Day paaa. We were out the previous night. We were not together but we ended up at the same place. If he was hiding and I caught him then I don’t know, then the next day he sent somebody to tell me that it’s over ooo.”

“What is funny about this is that Sammy Forson is in there somewhere. Sammy Forson, Benny Blanco, Peer Pressure and Reggie Rockstone ….It was Sammy Forson, he caused it from day one. He gave me this voice-over job and I was recording it at the station (Citi FM) that I worked. He was going to come for it and I waited and waited for him. Like 11 to midnight this guy (Sammy) wasn’t coming. So the guy (baby daddy) called and asked me where I was and I told him I was at the station waiting for Sammy Forson and he thought I was lying. That was what happened; it was a week to Valentine. So the whole week, I didn’t hear from him because I was at the station working for Sammy Forson.”

"THE LEXINGTON HUK-UP" HITS PALOMA HOTEL ON FEBRUARY 15TH

For the music love night affair, it all packed with EVENT EXP come Friday night.

Lexington Bar is the most executive conducive venue to contain you on Friday Night – 15th February 2013, since the after Valentine’s Day extravagant party is about to go down.

This is the first ever Lovers night social gathering to hit Accra City (Ghana).

Bachelors and Spinsters will experience their first date ever seen whilst couples also revitalize their love life with live music, drinks and dance…. This will be the most memorable instant for you to get the chance to share a moment of love with your soul mate in a glamorous way.

The Lexington Bar can easily be located at Paloma Hotel, opposite Bus Stop Restaurant and bar on the Ring Road Circle, Accra.

Admission is a cool 20Ghc for Singles and 30Ghc for Couples – Gate opens at 8:00pm Prompt.

SARKODIE FEATURES ON BANKY W'S "R&BW" ALBUM

It appears that Ghanaian rapper, Sarkodie will feature on Nigerian R&B singer Banky W’s upcoming album, if the conversation between the two artists on twitter is anything to go by. Banky’s R&BW is scheduled for release on February 14, 2013, and includes the hit single Yes/No, Low key, and The way among a rich collection of songs.

Both acts are projecting positive reviews for the yet-to-be-released song, just as they had for LOS’s Bad Guy remix, which they featured on.

LEXIS BILLS ANNOUNCES HIS EXIT FROM HITZ FM

Host of Hitz FM’s morning show, Kwame Sakyiamah alias Lexis Bill, has quit hosting the show. He announced his exit on the show last Friday but did not give details about his future plans.

His twitter and Facebook pages were flooded with comments of dissatisfaction and sadness when he announced his exit from the radio but he implored his fans to stay in tuned for his next move. He has also announced his decision to drop his alias Lexis Bill to concentrate on building his brand around his real name, Kwame Sakyiamah.

BY : Ameyaw Debrah

YVONNE NELSON & IYANYA SHARE COVER OF COMPLETE FASHION MANAZINE

Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson and her rumoured Nigerian singer lover, Iyanya are on the cover of the new issue of the Complete Fashion magazine. Both stars talk about their experience with love but will they talk about their rumoured love affair? While Iyanya is quoted on his cover as saying “ Love should be true and undiluted, but these days what we have is corporate love”; on the flip cover, Yvonne says “I believe so much in love but a lot of us got it twisted”!

BY Ameyaw Debrah

D BLACK, JOEY B & SAMMIE BLACC - ALHAJI

Black Avenue Muzik release one of the most anticipated songs of 2013 coming off their yet to be released AllStar Album!

#ALHAJI , the title of the massive club banger tune by the multilpe award winning ''D-Black, the new kid on the block and 2013's Rookie of the year 'Joey B' and Black Avenue Muzik's head producer / singer 'Sammie Blacc' is out now.


The infectious club banger is guaranteed to set dance floor's on fire around the country and continent and is a certified HIT record!! Social media has been going crazy with the anticipation of the 'VERA' follow up and here it is now!!

 DOWNLOAD MUSIC :  ALHAJI

VALENTINE DAY ON Y107.9FM

This Valentine season promises to be exciting, as Y107.9 FM, the radio station for the young and young at heart, is celebrating the season of love with two exciting promos. From the first week in February, listeners can participate in the ‘My Valentine’ promo by calling in on all the live programs and sharing their fondest memories of their valentine. They can also use the lyrics of love songs to write a note to their valentine, sing along to a love tune that is being played on the program, or using the titles of love songs to write notes to their valentine, which would be read on air.

The first two callers who impress the presenter with their love stories and songs will win prizes such as hampers from Unilever, shopping vouchers from Puma, bottles of Baileys and other exciting prizes.

The second promo, the ‘Hook-up’, is targeted at prospective lovers aged 18 and above; listeners can participate by texting their full names and gender to the short code 1721 with the prefix VALS.  The first 20 female and male entries would be selected, after which they would be contacted to meet at the Silver Lounge on 16th February where they would be treated to a cocktail, a movie experience at the Silverbird Cinemas, a photo shoot session as well as getting goodies from sponsors.

“It’s the month and season of love, so we want to engage with our numerous listeners by giving them the opportunity to celebrate Valentine in a special way. This is a great opportunity to surprise and show appreciation to your valentine, who could be your significant other, mother, father, sibling, or any person you really love and appreciate”, noted Eric Twum, station Manager of Y FM.

GH YOUTH TO SPEND VALENTINES NITE WITH "LUV & FAZEBUK"

The first movie he wrote and directed 'Kiss Me If U Can' is still the all time favourite of many Africans. Kobi Rana a.k.a Boys Kasa; girls di nk)m) is set to excite many young and old people with laughter, suspense and nonstop action this Valentines Day at the University Of Ghana Drama Studio, Legon with his movie LUV & FAZEBUK (once upon a time online).

The movie stars some of Ghana's most eloquent and versatile names such as Adjetey Anang (Pusher), Roslyn Ngissah (4play), Ebi Bright (Single Six), Kobi Rana (2bad) and introduces Baby Dapah of Tv3 Hot Gossip and Leo Mensah.

The young creative director said "I will not tell you anything about the story. African movie fans should just rush with friends, lovers and families to watch something different from the others. They will never forget Luv & Fazebuk."

Luv & Fazebuk shows on Thursday 14th February at the Legon Drama Studio; 7:00pm and 9:00pm at a special vals day rate of GH5cedis only. Fellaz, no need for expensive dinner. You just got a perfect date.

NEYO SWERVES EDEM IN JOHANNESBURG

The 4 syte TV award winning reggae song of the year artiste, Denning Anthony Agbeviadey popularly known in music circles as Edem was recently swerved by American RnB superstar, NE-YO at a music concert in South Africa after performing for about 40 minutes on stage.

The concert which was dubbed ‘The Malibu Red NE-YO Concert’ in Johannesburg for Malibu Rum launch ended with the audience asking for more from NE-YO and other artistes.

Edem on the other hand who was assured of meeting the Creative Director (NE-YO) for Malibu at the long run was disappointed as he was whisked into a plane to Paris for another concert.

Speaking to Edem on the issue, he said that they were to have a private meeting concerning Malibu and to also have a personal interaction with him on his works as an artiste.

#GM1623 LEGON HOLD RED CARPET GHANAIAN NITE EVENT

#Gm1623 the first ever female college group based in University of Ghana Legon will be hosting the first ever red carpet club event designed to celebrate Friday Ghanaian wear on the 1st of March at Aphrodisiac Night club for only GH20cedis FLAT RATE.

Organizers of the event, Signup International say the event is dubbed ‘RED CARPET GHANAIAN NITE’ which has the aim of celebrating the elegance of Ghanaians in their Friday wear mixed with some good music and performances plus it is also an inaugural launch of the #Gm1623 Legon brand.


Organizers threw more lights on the event as: ‘It is often said that every Friday is an official day to wear something African or Ghanaian hence RED CARPET GHANAIAN NITE is a Friday night to celebrate all good looking Ghanaian women and Men in their Africa / Ghanaian print wears and accessories.

The PR of Signup International Miss Eugenia Dela Ayah also noted that the event will treat all attendees as celebrities. They will not just get to walk and be entertained on a red carpet but they also get to hang out with the beautiful legon ladies.