CypressGH.COM: April 2018

Monday, April 30, 2018

Joselyn Dumas And Prince David Osei To Host The 2018 Edition Of Ghana DJ Awards

Actress and Joy FM Drive Time Co-host Joselyn Dumas and rapper celebrated actor Prince David Osei will host the 2018 edition of the biggest Disc Jockey festival in Africa, the 6th Annual Ghana DJ Awards.

Joselyn has carved a reputation for herself as a great presenter and host, recently signed on to co-host Joy 99.7fm Drive Time show. She is no stranger to the big stage having hosted the 3 Music Awards and other big shows both in Ghana and abroad.

Born Joselyn Canfor-Dumas in Ghana on August 31, 1980, she had her basic education at Morning Star School and proceeded to the Archbishop Porter Girls High School where she became the Entertainment Prefect.

Joselyn furthered her studies in the United States where she earned a Degree in Administrative Law. She was a practising paralegal until she relocated to Ghana to follow her dreams of becoming a Television personality.

She made her debut Television appearance as host of Charterhouse’s Rhythmz, an entertainment show, which saw her interview many celebrities. She was later headhunted by Viasat 1 to host their flagship talk show, The One Show, which was aired from 2010 to 2014.

The 2018 Ghana DJ Awards will be the first ever major show to be hosted by the award-winning actor Prince David Osei who has been outside the country for some time.

Multi-talented, award-winning, dynamic, Southern African A Capella group and 2017 SA’s Got Talent Season 8 finalists, Just 6, have officially released their first radio single titled Annah.

Their good looks and charm are not the only hook that have Just 6 winning over audiences, the dynamic sextet continuously blow over audiences with their unique ability to create a multitude of catchy musical and percussive sounds with their harmonius voices. Known as the “band without instruments” they have given birth to a fresh new sound they call “Afro Vocal Play”.

“We’ve had an extraordinary journey thus far. We’ve bagged 4 music awards to date, and we’re on a path of transition as we make our mark with a new style of music that defines us as a group. Annah is our first single and represents this new style and we’re excited to share it with the world. We hope everyone enjoys listening to the song as much as we enjoyed creating it,” shares Just 6.

Award Winning DJ/VJ Raphael Duah, Popularly known behind the deck as Xpliph is set to release Xtape V.

Xtape has been the only Graphical mixtape in the country and is mostly enjoyed by viewers outside Ghana.

Dj Xpliph said he was motivated by the views he had with Xtape one and is undoubtedly evident that his mixtape sells Ghanaian Content to the rest of the world.

When asked if we are to expect something different from what we have seen in the past years, the 4 times Video jockey of the year award winner said, this will be one of the best Mixtapes ever to hit the world.

Nana Appiah Mensah, Chief Executive Officer the Zylofon conglomerate, Menzgold and other reputable firms, has annexed another prestigious award - adding to the plethora of others won in a short spate of time. He was adjudged the Best Business Executive of the Year at the 8th Ghana Entrepreneur and Corporate Executive Awards 2018 which was held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, over the weekend.

In a short span, Nana Appiah Mensah has projected Zylofon as one of the most progressive business entities – setting up various viable entities under the brand including Zylofon Media (Radio, TV, Online), Zylofon Music, Zylofon Marketing, Zylofon Cash, Zylofon Events, Zylofon Arts Fund, Zylofon Arts Club, Zylofon Movies and Zylofon Publishing.

With Zylofon and Menzgold offices springing up steadily across the regions of the country, Nana Appiah has employed thousands of young, enterprising Ghanaians, who are building such a force in state activism and economic development.

Nana Appiah Mensah took his social media page to express his gratitude for the award. He wrote; “Thanks guys for the best wishes. We got the BEST BUSINESS EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR 2017 AWARD. A call to expand our tentacles whether or not our anchor holds, all in our resolve to create jobs and to ensure decent standards of life for the good citizens of Ghana, to develop a Ghana beyond foreign Aid.”

Multimedia entertainment giant, Zylofon, would officially partner the Chiefs and people of Effutu Traditional area for the 2018 edition of the annual Aboakyere festival scheduled from Saturday April 28 to Sunday May 6.

Zylofon, as part of the partnership, has put together a sequence of mind-blowing entertainment events to thrill celebrants and patrons at the festival.

On Thursday May 3, the company and its affiliates would organize a mega float in the form of a jamboree amidst music and dance. The float is dubbed Aboakyere Lemon Thursday and would take off from the Winneba Junction through the principal streets of the Winneba and Effutu township.

This is expected to be patronized by some 7000 plus persons from all walks of life and would commence from noon to sunset.

DJ Toyor is doing everything possible to win the Best Mobile Dj of the year in the 2018 Ghana Dj awards.

“The second edition of the Ghana Dj awards I was nominated as an Artist Dj of the year for the official Dj of Tic Tac. I battled with Dj Mensah – Sarkodie, Dj Mynor – R2bees, Dj Carlos – VIP & Dj Godday for Edem. Dj Mensah won that category.

De next year till now I’ve always had de Mobile Dj nomination but never won but for this year with de events I’ve played from one place to the other, I know I deserve to be given the award.”

“Also I celebrated my 10th anniversary in Djing and 30th birthday recently so I know those numbers are lucky numbers and also fifth time getting nomination I know I’m going to win.

I also know is not going to be an easy tax because out of millions of Djs in Ghana, the few seven or eight who had nomination in each category deserve the award because they have been able to make his way out to be nominated.”

BATTLE OF OUR TIME : DJ MPESEMPESE TO BATTLE DJ KEVIN AT GHANA DJ AWARDS 2018

More reasons why Ghana DJ Awards happening at the Accra International Conference Centre on Saturday, May 6, is going to be a thrilling experience keep emerging by the minute.

One feature which has got music fans talking and betting is the battle named Battle Of Our Time which will have DJ Kevin "The Scratch Beast" and DJ Mpesempese lock horns in a freestyle competition for supremacy or bragging rights.

For those who have followed the DJ culture for a long time in Ghana, battles were popular in the early 2000s featuring notable names like Andy Dosty, DJ Black, E Double among others but have been missing for almost two decades.

The Merqury Republic, Africa's biggest DJ event organisers are bringing the whole exciting vibe back, starting with this cracker which has generated heated debates amongst music lovers and followers of the DJ culture in Ghana.

Zylofon Events, the arm responsible for organising events for Zylofon Media has noticed a fake Twitter account that is announcing a supposed ‘Zylofon Awards.’

The imposters behind the fake account have fraudulently used the official Zylofon brand image, fonts and colours in their public deceit and we find this conduct unacceptable.

We state categorically that Zylofon Media is not behind the account and not organising and or advertising any Zylofon Awards.

The fraudulent conduct has been reported to the appropriate quarters and investigators are underway .

We call on the general public to disregard, disbelieve and discard with disdain the deception from the said imposters.

This statement was signed by Halifax Ansah-Addo, Communications Director of Zylofon Events.

Adepa House Signs Multimedia’s KMJ (@KMJonAIR) As Brand Ambassador

Broadcaster and events MC, Kpepko Maxwell Justice, known in showbiz as KMJ has been signed as brand ambassador for a shopping company, Adepa House.

KMJ will be the face of the company, using his image and brand to project the goods and services of Adepa House.

According to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Adepa House, Emmanuel Asante-Gyimah, the company, after watching some of KMJ’s videos and pictures on the internet, were convinced he could best represent the company.

“We believe in his brand so a good amount is involved. He will represent us at all his programs, and social media platforms. We provide as more in return, both monetary and his presentation,” he said.

KMJ will also be the face of the App of Adepa House and all its subsidiaries.

Adepa House comprises a shopping and delivery service, home service and the souvenirs. Adepa Shopping handles the clothing aspect which will also clothe KMJ for all his social functions.

Ghanaian Veteran Highlife musician Jewel Ackah has passed away.

The Composer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) anthem is said to have died Friday, April 27 at his home.

He was known to have been battling stroke and other sicknesses for about a decade.

Several personalities and groups, including an NDC group and Nana Appiah Mensah, CEO of Zylofon Media, had made donations for the veteran musician’s upkeep and medical care.

Talented Ghanaian dancehall artiste, FONTOM (formerly known as FONTOMFROM) has said this is the time for him to fly.

“I started way back in 2002 but it didn’t really pick up because it wasn’t the right time, so, as I’m saying I went through a lot of difficulties and all that; even still now, but we are still pushing hard, so, I think everything happens with time, this is the time I have to come out and let the whole world know what is inside me, so, this is what I brought up now, the new tracks”, FONTOM told DJ Premier on Entertainment Capital on Accra100.5FM on Saturday, 14 April 2018.

“I’m versatile, I do reggae dancehall, afrobeat, I do anything, I’m here, I’m there, I just do music,” he said.

FONTOM, who has released two new singles: ‘Tonight’, featuring Hus Eugene and ‘Juanita’, said: “This is the time”, adding: “A lot of youth are doing good music but they need the support, so, I think that this is the right time to bring what I have in me, and, so far people are enjoying my singles and I hope we get there soon”.

As the nation grapples with the worrying increase in domestic abuse cases, the plight of the victimized is largely overlooked.

For fear of being accused of provocation, ridiculed and ostracized from society, victims are often forced to endure the torture of living in cycles of threat and abuse. Under such conditions, as members of our community, their contributions to society at large are gravely handicapped as they succumb to their abusers.

Fueled by compassion and a need for them to never be left behind, the Obimbra Foundation is poised to be the voice of the voiceless and spearhead the campaign against domestic abuse through initiatives to be implemented in Ghana.

The Obimbra Foundation, built upon the Akan word “Obimbra”, meaning a cry for help, is an initiative by legendary award winning Ghanaian Reggae and Dancehall artiste, Emmanuel Andrews Samini (SAMINI).

Zylofon Media Partners Aboakyer Festival

Multimedia entertainment giant, Zylofon, would officially partner the Chiefs and people of Effutu Traditional area for the 2018 edition of the annual Aboakyer festival scheduled from Saturday April 28 to Sunday May 6.

Zylofon, as part of the partnership, has put together a sequence of mind-blowing entertainment events to thrill celebrants and patrons at the festival.

On Thursday May 3, the company and its affiliates would organize a mega float in the form of a jamboree amidst music and dance. The float is dubbed Aboakyer Lemon Thursday and would take off from the Winneba Junction through the principal streets of the Winneba and Effutu township.

This is expected to be patronized by some 7000 plus persons from all walks of life and would commence from noon to sunset.

Three ladies with beauty and brains would get some cash and an internship opportunity to work with Zylofon Media as part of the price package for the three top winners of the 2018 Miss Aboakyere pageant.

The top three winners would also be signed on as Ambassadors for Zylofon Cash.

The pageant is scheduled for Saturday May 5 at the Windy Lodge Hotel in Winneba and sponsored by Zylofon Media as part of activities to mark the 2018 Aboakyere Festival.

It has already generated a huge interest and appeal even ahead of the auditions scheduled for Saturday April 28 at the Windy Lodge Hotel in Winneba.

Ghanaian rapper, Kwaku Nsia Boama Known by his stage name as Flowking Stone will be performing at the annual “100 Years of Beats Festival ” organised by Haus der Kulturen der Welt in Berlin, Germany.

The annual music festival brings together music and art lovers from different parts of the world to celebrate diverse culture through music and art.

Flowking Stone will be performing on Saturday 28th of April,2018 alongside a 4 man ensemble thrilling the crowd to some Great music combining a Dj set and native sounds played by the band.

Known for interpolating native Ghanaian rhythms into rap he will also be giving a Talk on the 29th of April on the Theme “100 Years of Beat; The Impact of the Drum in the world”.

Black Avenue Muzik vocal sensation Kobla Jnr, in a recent interview, revealed that he almost joined the military before fully taking up a career path in the music industry.

In the interview with Yen Ghana, he states that he was on the verge of signing up with the Ghana Armed Forces before fully committing to music. He said he was inspired by the work his late father, Major Courage Quashigah, who was a renowned senior officer in the military.

He was also inspired by his constant urge to help people and he felt that serving his country through the military was his only was of helping the citizens of our great nation. But resistance from his mother and sisters and a revelation from God is what put him on the path of music.

“Music tends to have a wider reach with regards to helping people I feel. I hope my music reaches people internationally to help them cope with issues or uplift their spirits and also push Ghana and Africa out there as a driving force” he stated. It is safe to say we are grateful to God for setting him on that path to bless us with his musical talent.

Orange And Vivendi Sign A Partnership Deal With The CanalOlympia Cinema Network To Make The Big Screen More Accessible To All In Africa

Orange and Vivendi have joined forces to meet the expectations of the fast-growing African continent, keen to consume cultural goods and rediscovering, after three decades in which cinemas had all but disappeared, the unique experience of the big screen in the best technical conditions and absolute comfort.

CanalOlympia is the leading network of cinemas and performance venues deployed by Vivendi in central and Western Africa, with 8 cinemas open to date, twenty by the end of 2018 and several dozen in the next few years. Every week, several thousand spectators visit each of the cinemas, all equipped with a cutting-edge projection and sound system.

As part of this partnership, Orange will offer its “Cinédays” programme in all the CanalOlympia cinemas where Orange is present, i.e. 8 African countries and a dozen multi-purpose cinema and performance venues. Cinédays was launched in the UK in 2004. Today, it is available in Romania, Luxembourg, France, Belgium and Morocco. It enables Orange customers to benefit from a 2 for 1 cinema ticket offer once or twice a week, to invite a person of their choice to share an enjoyable moment at the cinema together.

Since the popular drama series, Sadia, premiered on TV3 last December, many fans and followers of the Ghanaian series have wondered who the feisty lady who plays Farida Gibson is.

Farida is a no-nonsense lady who speaks her mind without mincing words. Over the past five months, Farida has gained notoriety for being opinionated, loud, vocal and blunt; and that character is nicely executed by the rising Ghanaian actress, Cecilia Anno-Barnieh.

Cecilia and her parents moved to Ghana soon after she was born in England in the 80s. She attended Christ the King School in Accra in her early years, but returned to England when she was nine. There, she continued with her primary education and later attended Maria Fidelis Convent School for her secondary education. Few years later, she enrolled at the East London University where she studied BA in Surface Decoration.

When she turned 18, Cecilia decided to visit Ghana for the first time as an adult, and it was during this time that she developed the idea of resettling in Ghana, and so in 2010, she returned to Ghana and has been in Accra since then.

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announces that the Nokia 7 plus is now available to buy from accredited dealers for GHC1,700 from April 23.

A smartphone with striking design, the Nokia 7 plus combines innovative imaging capabilities and powerful performance for up to two days with one charge.

With enhanced Dual-Sight, highly sensitive ZEISS optics and Pro Camera mode, the Nokia 7 plus captures images that are true to life, no matter the lighting. Selected by Google to join the Android One family, the Nokia 7 plus offers a pure, secure and up to date Android experience.

Joseph Umunakwe, General Manager at HMD Global, West, East and Central Africa, said:

“The Nokia 7 plus is a true hero in our smartphone range. We know our fans are capturing, watching, exploring, working and gaming on their mobile phones more than ever before. From livestreaming both sides of their story to binging their favourite TV shows, they want to see more in the palm of their hand.

That’s why we've designed the Nokia 7 plus to be your stylish companion that goes wherever you go, always ready to deliver a high-quality big screen experience. Tightly packed in an ultra-compact body, the Nokia 7 plus will give our fans the chance to see more, do more, capture more and share it as it happens.”

Award winning renowed Nigerian super star disc Jockey DJ Neptune delivers a new monster collaboration titled “Shawa Shawa” featuring Larry Gaaga, Olamide, CDQ and Slimcase.

Shawa Shawa is one of the tracks on the yet to be released GREATNESS album by international DJ Neptune, and this track was produced by Masterkraft.

The star studded GREATNESS album by DJ Neptune is scheduled for release in the month of May 2018, but for now click your download button and enjoy Shawa Shawa by DJ Neptune.

Leading Ghanaian musicians Elom Adablah, better known by his stage name E.L & Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo known in showbiz circles as Epixode are expected to join scores of African musicians including Iba One from Mali & Floby from Burkina Faso to perform at the upcoming "Le Concert Planet" hosted by leading pan-African TV channel WatsUp TV in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso .

The concert which is to commemorate the expansion of WatsUp TV & Ghanaian brand, Twellium Industries producers of Rush & Run Energy, Verna Water, America Cola, Planet, Bubble Up etc into Burkina Faso will also mark the launch of their flagship product, Planet Drink which has been testified to allow effectiveness in activities, at work.

Other musicians billed to perform include: Smarty, Dez Altino, Cheezy, Fleur, Barsa 1er, Amzy, Longation winner of its Bigoo street President, The Comedian La Jaguar and the Dance Group R-Maxi.

Footballer Signs Musician Rap Fada On Panther Media Productions For 5 Years

Ghanaian international shot stopper and CEO of Panther Media Productions record label, William Amamoo has signed a five year deal with fast-rising Kumasi-based rapper, Rap Fada.

The agreement between the two was signed on April 4, 2018, after the goalkeeper saw a freestyle of the musician on social media. Amamoo who applies his trade with Swedish-based Härnösands FF as the club's Sporting Director in a press interaction said he signed the musician due to his interest to help great talents in the country.

The 360 deal with Rap Fada he said will help the musician become one of the top-notch musicians in the country.

"I signed him because I saw his freestyle of 'Made In Asafo' on social media and I was surprised why such a talent is not signed on any record label. I've already signed two artistes via same way in Ghana through my partners and they are one of the best in the country now but wouldn't want to mention their names. I have eyes for talents and I know Rap Fada will be one of Ghana's biggest exports." William Amamoo stated.

Rap Fada real name David Owura Kwaku speaking about the 5-year deal expressed joy and thanked the new team for the support. He promised to work extra harder to become one of the best in the country.

Singer Dann-I has released the video for his latest single When She High. The video was shot in sections of Jack's Hill in St. Andrew and Mandeville, Manchester.

Produced by Sons of Spoon Music, the song has been impacting radio over the past few months.

'The response to the video has been great so far. The director and editor did an impressive job, and everyone who has seen the video, has commended the lighting and use of props. All positive feedback', said Dann-I.

The video was directed by Simeon Hedge. The role of Dann-I's love interest in the video was played by Kitty.

'Kitty is the name of the lovely lady that captured the role effortlessly in the video. She was introduced to the team by Simeon, and she really fit the character. She was easy to work with, not camera shy and very professional', Dann-I continued.

Under the auspices of Zylofon Music, Shatta Wale, one of the most popular dancehall acts across the world, is set to unveil his most expensive music video thus far in his illustrious career.

The music video for ‘Gringo’, a new single off the upcoming ‘Reign’ album has been captured in a short film, directed by internationally-recognized video director, Sesan, for Film Factory and produced by David Nguyen.

The film would show for the first time across Africa on MTVBase, Channel 322 on the ‘Spanking New’ show, this Friday, April 27, 2018.

Shot in the province of Blanco, Texas, USA, at the Buggy Barn Museum and cast in the 1880s, the film cast over 20 international actors in what is arguably tagged as the most expensive video shot by any homegrown artiste from Africa.

Vodafone’s “Ahotor Bundle” – A Mobile Money Game Changer

Vodafone Ghana has just decided to create a revolution in the mobile money space in the country. This follows the launch of arguably the most innovative product by its Vodafone Cash team to offer convenience and ease for all customers.

Starting today, all customers of its Vodafone Cash mobile money offering have been empowered to conduct unlimited transactions on the platform for only GHS3 per month. The “Ahotor bundle”, as it is called, is a response to peculiar needs of customers in the ever-changing mobile money market space.

Vodafone Ghana says the introduction of the “Ahotor Bundle” is a direct response to a desire by customers and businesses to do more on the Vodafone network in a flexible manner whilst saving on cost.

The transition towards a cash-lite society is fast becoming mainstay in many African economies; not least Ghana, where almost all the telecom companies are operating mobile money platforms. In an economy with only 30% of the bankable population possessing bank accounts, the mobile money option has become a major alternative to the 70% of the population that are financially-excluded.

Since the introduction of its mobile money platform some two years ago, Vodafone Ghana has not hidden its intention of playing a leading role in igniting Ghana’s digital revolution. Chief Executive, Yolanda Cuba has been clear that the company will continue to deploy its strength as a technology company to promote inclusion in the mainstream financial services.

Off the back of making a highly anticipated guest appearance on Skeem Saam earlier this month, South African multi-talented media personality, Relebogile Mabotja, joins the Isidingo cast.

Relebogile Mabotja’s first screen appearance on Isidingo will be tomorrow evening, Thursday, 26 April 2018 at 7pm on SABC 3. Make sure to tune in.

Soapie lovers will now see Relebogile Mabotja as a regular face on one of South Africa’s most loved soapies. She will be introduced as Maphuti Mphahlele, the Mayor of Horizon Deep.

Maphuti Mphahlele is a fiery, fearless, black woman who is seen as an inspiration and good colleague. She is scrupulously honest about her personal life and has no skeletons in the closet. Or does she?

After hosting a series of successful and insightful discussions on various industry related topics, Vth Season’s VTHSymposium is back with their next panel discussion taking place tomorrow, Wednesday, 25 April 2018 looking at the topic of Insider Insights On African Entertainment.

Tomorrow’s VTHSymposium panel discussion will be led by senior decision makers in the music industry: Gillian Ezra - Head of African Operations Deezer; Tracey Fraser - Managing Director Warner Music South Africa; Morgan Ross - General Manager UMG Live; Sheila Afari - Managing Director Sheila Afari Group; and Ninel Musson - Co-founder VTH Season.

As tomorrow’s VTHSymposium is fully booked, those who have not booked and are looking to expand their knowledge and skills through learning from experts in the field of Creative Marketing and the Music Industry Business, can contact symposium@vthseason.com to enquire about the next session taking place on 5 June 2018.

The 9-year-old female DJ, Switch, has emerged as the youngest DJ ever nominated for the Ghana DJ Awards.

The young DJ in Ghana who hit headlines after appearing on a talent show on TV3 in 2017, was given platforms to exhibit he impeccable talent at major shows including the Ghana DJ Awards and Ghana Meets Naija.

DJ Switch who is known privately as Erica Tandoh emerged overall winner of the last year’s TV3’s Talented Kidz Show held in Accra, and a year on she has bagged three nominations for the 2018 Ghana DJ Awards; Discovery of the Year, Event DJ of the Year and Best Female DJ of the Year.

With over 30 award categories, including lifetime achievement award and best international DJ of the year, Ghana DJ Awards 2018 is expected to draw DJs from across the country and beyond for awards and recognition.

Do you think your work has what it takes to be recognized and celebrated at the prestigious Africa Magic Viewer's Choice Awards (AMVCAs)? The call to entry for the 2018 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs), that will be honouring film and TV talent across the continent is ongoing and closes on the 30th of April.

Film producers and directors who haven't already registered, can head on right now to www.africamagic.tv and click on the AMVCA 2018 icon. Fill in all necessary information and upload your 2 - 3minute video.

You will be given a Unique Reference Code upon successful completion.

Please see entry guidelines below:

The grand jury of the Golden Movie Awards is not happy with most Ghanaian movie makers after sitting for days to watch about 200 movies submitted for this year’s nominations.

The team during a press interaction at Aqua Safari in the Volta Region last week bemoaned filmmakers for several mistakes they commit when working on their projects. Chris-Vincent Agyapong, a member of the jury who resides in the U.K speaking at the press conference opined that most Ghanaian filmmakers are overusing drones in movies. According to him, several drone shots in most Ghanaian movies submitted did not correlate with the story line so he cannot fathom why directors would always want to add such scenes.

He stated without mincing words that most drone shots in Ghanaian movies do not make sense but filmmakers think they are adding those scenes for viewers to enjoy their works.

After all the research,interactive sessions with mentors and experienced people and knowing everything that necessitates that career you are looking at pursuing, now ask yourself if you are ready.

Ready for everything that comes with it especially the negativities and challenges that comes with your field of work where your weakness may set in and you could succumb to giving up.

Most people after exploring and knowing everything that comes with the career they want to pursue, do not take time or give themselves that privilege or moment to prepare themselves physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally before going into it and they end up quitting when contracts are not coming or when they are making losses.After all the information and education you gain or receive after exploring or researching about the career you want to take up, you need to adequately accept and prepare yourself for the task ahead.

By spiritually preparing yourself you bring in the God factor where you know as you move forward in your career your foundation is already built on a solid ground from the scratch.God becomes the boss of your business and he guides you in taking the right decisions and striding on the right path.

Head of A & R at Zylofon Media, Bulldog has delivered a stern warning to Ghanaians regarding expressing concerns about the source of wealth of Nana Appiah Mensah, the boss of Zylofon Media.

Bulldog on Celebrity Fanzone last Saturday stated bluntly that “Ghanaians should shut up” when he was asked by co-host Chantelle Asante how his boss is funding his numerous business ventures.

“Why are people concerned with the source of the guy’s money? Ghanaians should shut up. I don’t know where your boss is making his money from. I never ask. People should just shut up. We live in a space where we hate.”

“You see Nana Appiah Mensah is doing something that a lot of people had the opportunity to do, people who own media houses and all that and they did not do. All of a sudden, the gentleman is here and doing a lot of good stuff and everybody wants to descend on him,” Bulldog stated.

Bulldog however revealed that his boss has been a gold dealer for the last six years, cautioning against unnecessary suspicions.

“My boss is a gold dealer and he is been doing this since 2012. We question people unnecessarily. Somebody is here to help. We keep doing this and people would fold up,” he argued.

Radio just got a little more exciting as Accra based radio station, Hitz Fm 103.9 adds the King of comedy to their arsenals in terms of on-air programming.

A self-designed show is what DKB is prepared to serve listeners starting Wednesday 25th April2018 and every other Wednesday.

The show which would be hosted by DKB as the center man flanged by 2 comedians who will be having opposing views during the satiric arguments.

“Free your mind” will be a super hilarious 1 hour program coupled with perfect selection of home bred music.

“My decision for creating this show is provide people the humor option on radio that will help them ease stress and boost their moods, as they say, laughter is best medicine” DKB said.

He further added “The radio waves serve little comedy, that’s why I’m bringing this to help promote comedians and foster public affinity for Ghcomedy”.

Some of the creme de la creme of Africa’s makeup and beauty industry will be converging in Accra for the first Makeup & Beauty Week.

The week opens on Wednesday April 25 at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel with the African Makeup & Beauty Fair (AMB Fair).

This will among other activities showcase and connect Ghana’s makeup and beauty brands to Africa and its global consumers, vendors, partners and service providers.

There will also be exhibitions, workshops & seminars, training, makeup runway shows and live demos. Exhibitors are being expected from Nigeria and other parts of the continent.

Bola Ray, Sarkodie, Shatta Wale, Stonebowy & Others Nominated For 2017 Ghana’s Most Influential Awards

As part of the ongoing process to crown the 2017 Ghana’s Most Influential Personality, some heavyweight entertainment personalities have made it to the nomination list.

The nomination list which was released in April 6, had some entertainment personalities like Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Ebony, Amakye Dede and Sarkodie among others.

Ghana’s Most Influential (GMI) Awards is a unique initiative powered by e.TV Ghana. Over the years, the GMI list has consisted of people from both formal and informal sectors, ranging from entrepreneurs, politicians, musicians, sports personalities, religious leaders and several others

However, voting is currently ongoing to shortlist the 147 personalities who got nominated and arrive at 100 personalities (in no particular order) for the board and audits to sit and asses the list. The voting process comes after the general public nominated numerous individuals in Ghana to be part of this great initiative. Voting for the 7th Edition of Ghana’s Most Influential ends on May 10, 2018.

To vote for any of these entertainment personalities, text ‘GMI’ and name of that personality to short code 1446 on MTN, AirtelTigo and Vodafone

Below is the list of Entertainment Personalities on the Ghana’s Most Influential Awards Nominees List;

Abrantie Amakye Dede

Agya Koo

Blakk Rasta

Charles Kwadwo Fosu (Daddy Lumba)

Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr (Shatta Wale)

Ebony

Ebo Whyte

Joe Mettle

Kidi

King Promise

Kuame Eugene

Kwadwo Nkansah (Lilwin)

Kwame A Plus

Kweku Sintim Misa (KSM)

Livingstone Etse Satekla (Stonebowy)

Lydia Forson

Michael Owusu Addo (Sarkodie )

MzVee

Nana Ama Mcbrown

Nathaniel Anokye Adisi (Bola Ray)

Obrafour

Okyeame Kwame

Pat Thomas

Yvonne Nelson

Written By: Joseph Nii Ankrah

Ghana Music Awards UK To Be Launched In Ghana On May 18th

Alordia Promotions and Westcoast Promotions, organizers of the Ghana Music Awards – UK have disclosed the date for the press and media launch of the much anticipated awards show.

The 2018 edition of the Ghana Music Awards – UK is set to be launched at a press briefing on May 18th, 2018.

Meanwhile, popular media outfit, Zylofon 102.1 FM and Zylofon Tv have collaborated with the organizers of the award scheme for this year’s edition.

The press and media launch is set to take place at the Zylofon Media headquarters at East Legon, opposite the Grand Mensvic hotel at 12pm.

Also, representatives of both Alordia and Westcoast Promotions, from the United Kingdom, along with executives from Zylofon Media will be present.

One of the key purposes of the award scheme is to enable Ghanaian music travel outside the shores of the nation, hence, all organizations or individuals interested in sponsoring the event are entreated to visit info@ghanamusicawardsuk.com.

Reekado Banks Reacts To Petrah's Newest Single "Badder"

Nigerian and Mavin Records heavyweight , Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon, better known by his stage name Reekado Banks attracted eyeballs earlier this morning as he reacted to Petrah's new single dubbed 'Badder'.

In the song, the Manner Records singer mentioned that " no one was badder than her" causing Reekado Banks to counter her as he tweeted saying "I swear I’m badder than you favorite. If I’m ur favorite, I’m badder than myself

" moments after she released her latest jam.

Reekado Banks and Petrah were allegedly dating sometimes back which raises eyebrows. What are they up to?

Miss Ghana USA Announces 2018 Event

The Miss Ghana USA organization is pleased to announce that the annual Miss Ghana USA pageant will be held on Saturday, 30th June, 2018 in New York.

Miss Ghana USA was founded in 2009 to promote young women of Ghanaian heritage and to provide them with an avenue to achieve career goals and carry out social and humanitarian initiatives. The event will be taking place at the Brooklyn music school 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn, NYC 11217.

This year's lineup of pageant hopefuls consists of twelve (12) young Ghanaian-American women from different parts of the U.S, with each of them representing a State in the U.S as well as a region in Ghana. Miss Ghana USA 2018 will be the 7th edition of the diaspora pageant. Reigning queen, Lucy Yeboah will crown her successor at the end of the event.

In the last elimination of the season, Khanya Mkangisa and Mpande Buthelezi (#TeamWhite) are the latest duo who had to say goodbye to the Maldives, and, to their shot at the R1 million prize.

#TeamWhite are no strangers to elimination challenges and have surprised competitors and fans alike on numerous occasions throughout the season as they’ve come out on top every elimination challenge they found themselves in.

In the final elimination challenge which aired last night, they unfortunately could not keep up the momentum. This makes them the fifth team to be eliminated, leaving Nay Maps & Rudi Witkowsky (#TeamYellow) and Brendan Peyper & Lisanne Lazarus (#TeamRed) to go head to head in next weeks’ big finale of #TIOT8.

To find out who walks away with that coveted R1 million prize, tune in to the Tropika Island of Treasure season 8 finale on SABC3 at 19:30 on Monday 30 April 2018.

Q&A with Khanya Mkangisa and Mpande Buthelezi shortly after being eliminated:

What did you learn most about yourself throughout the competition?

Khanya Mkangisa: My time on Tropika Island of Treasure was incredible and it gave me the opportunity to physically see what I have always known to be true about myself. I learnt that I am strong and that I can endure anything. It was an experience I will never forget.

GhOne TV Presenter, Eli Kharis won Television Host of the Year’ at the 2018 West African Youth Forum and Awards.

The award was in recognition of Kharis’ excellence in the broadcasting field.

This year’s edition was held at the La Villa Boutique hotel in Osu, Accra under theme ‘Not too Young to lead.’

The awards celebrates young people between the ages of 18 and 35, who made outstanding achievements during the year under review.

Ghanaian Comedian, DKB, has jabbed Reggae Dancehall artist Samini saying that because Samini, together with other Ghanaian music acts like 4X4 are still unemployed that is why they are still performing at shows meant for the new crop of musicians.

Speaking on e.TV Ghana’s ‘The Late Nite Celebrity Show’ with Foster Romanus, DKB, known in real life as Derrick Kobina Bonney, said Samini started performing long ago and he is still doing because he is unemployed.

“Samini is old cat because when he started performing I was in class three or four and he’s still doing it. It means he is still unemployed. It also tells me that the chances in the showbiz are very little and I have to do my homework very well to avert ending up like them,” he told Foster Romanus on e. TV Ghana’s Late Nite Celebrity Show.

Y BLAQ Drops GH¢50,000 ‘LIQUOR’ Video

Fixed Star music signee, Y Blaq has revealed how much he spent on his new video.

The video according to Y Blaq was shot at expensive locations with international and local vixens who know what they are about.

The Fixed Star music signee, Y Blaq went on to disclose that the director of the video never charged less, and they never bargained so far as the quality of his video is concerned.

Liquor has gained some attention and Y Blaq is looking forward to winning some awards with the visuals of his song (Liquor).

Ghanaian music star, Edem has urged his colleague musicians to place more priority on developing their talents rather than focus on awards.

Edem, who made an appearance on the After Hours show on TV3 argued that, “Awards are man-made, but the talent is God-given and so awards don’t have to be the standard for where you have to go with your talent.”

“I have over 19 award plaques in my home but if I don’t do a relevant song tomorrow it doesn’t matter so you have to stay with your vision and stay game plan, when they award you, appreciate it but awards shouldn’t derail you or demoralize from being an artist.”

“Go where you want to go with your talent, when people recognize you for it, appreciate it and keep it moving because nobody in this room could tell me who had the song of the year four years ago. Nobody remembers,” Edem stated.

The Ghana DJ Awards will honour renowned Ghanaian artiste manager and Disc Jockey and President of the Creative Arts Council Mark Okraku with a Lifetime Achievement Award at its 2018 edition slated for Saturday, May 5 at the Accra International Conference Center.

In an interview the Founder and CEO for the award, Merqury Quaye revealed that the ‘retired’ disc jockey, who is now the head of programs at Multimedia owned Hitz 103.9 FM, will be given the special award for his contribution to the DJ profession.

“We are honouring Mark Okraku for his contribution to ‘deejaying’ in Ghana. For those who are quite old, they would remember the great work Mark did when he was at Joy FM. He was one of the few DJ at that time and we deem it fit to honour him,”

Mark Okraku also played at Balm Tavern as a night club DJ. At the same time, he played at several parties, leaving a mark of excellence at each.

GoldKay, UK-based Ghanaian afrobeat singer has returned with a new single and video, featuring 2018 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards New Artiste of The Year and Highlife Artiste of The Year, Kuami Eugene.

Titled ‘Bluffin’; the new tune is inspired by GoldKay’s journey in music and is backed by amazing visuals with interesting performances from UK’s fashion models Benedictah Amoah and Maxine Okpala.

Bluffin is simply to let people know that the best person you can be is yourself because everybody else has been taken. If you know yourself, no one can bluff you... And if you believe in yourself... No one can take it away from you.

GoldKay in the video tries to let the world know that when he started doing his music thing, some people didn't believe in his dream. However now that things are getting better and the same people come singing praises to him.

“To whom it may concern...I don’t bluff,” he also said on Instagram last week Tuesday when he announced the song.

YFM, Ghana’s number one music station, has officially launched its 10th anniversary to celebrate 10 years of providing professional, entertaining and award winning content to listeners in Ghana and beyond.

Dubbed Y@10, the yearlong anniversary has 10 major events from the award winning radio station with the biggest event happening at the end of the year.

The 10th Anniversary launch which took place on Saturday April 21 at the highly patronized Music, Magic and Comedy Show (MMC Live 2018) at the National Theatre, commenced with a documentary of how YFM started and the current state of the station with some of the YFM stars who have been around from the beginning – Nokus, Ms Naa, Trigmatic and DJ Killer Fingers among others- telling the YFM story.

The latest and the biggest sensation in the Ghanaian hiphopcircles, Teephlow, who is on a historic thanksgiving tour to his birth region-the Central Region of Ghana.

The “Thank You” tour which is in line with the young talent’s principle of sharing his time, talent and treasures with his teaming fans, was organized by his management team Spyder Lee Entertainment and is scheduled to run from Thursday, April 19, 2018 to the night of Saturday April 21, 2018.

His first point of call was the Emintsiminadze Palace, where he paid a courtesy call on the Paramount Chief of Cape Coast. His exploits, a series of firsts - the first artiste from Cape Coast to be nominated in two consecutive VGMAs, the first artiste from Cape Coast to have the highest number of nominations in a VGMA, the first artiste from Cape Coast to have won the Record of The Year award and the first artiste from Cape Coast to have embarked on such a novelty appreciation tour to his home town, courted the admiration and bonhomie of the Royal elites of Cape Coast.

The Paramount Chief of Cape Coast, Osaabarima Kwesi Atta IV, who was full of praise and smiles, decorated the iconic indigen of his land and assured him of their royal support and commitment to his career

“I stand on behalf of the entire Oguaman and Central Region to congratulate you on this award. Because of the respect you’ve brought to the Oguaman State through your music, we are very elated. I urge all upcoming artistes to take the job of being a musician seriously because it is great wealth in modern times.

2018 Golden Movie Awards Grand Jury Meets The Media : Jury Says A Lot of Amazing And Disappointing Movies Have Been Screened So Far

The Grand Jury of the prestigious Golden Movie Awards (GMA), an award scheme aimed at celebrating and honoring excellence in Africa’s growing film industry, met with a section of the Ghanaian Press at the Aqua Safari resort in Ada earlier today, April 21st, 2018.

The press conference was held to give the media further insight into the workings of the 2018 Grand Jury that has been sitting for long hours for almost a week, screening and scoring this year’s submitted films. It is chaired by the President of the Jury, Ms. Mildred Okwo, an acclaimed Nigerian film director and producer.

The spokesperson for the jury, Mr. Ken Addy, said that this year has seen the submission of some amazing films. However, some of the films had been below expectation.

He further added that some of the films submitted for screening failed to follow some of the Golden Movie Awards’ established rules and regulations, for instance, the requirement for sub-titles, where the dialogue is not in English. Unfortunately, such films were automatically disqualified by the sitting jury.

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