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Essias Disqualified. Why Brother Sammy and Others were not Disqualified Information reaching the review and selection committee  of the Ghana National Gospel Awards indicates that the submission of work from Essias in the urban gospel category does not qualify. The artiste has been duly informed on the action from the committee.  The scheme wants to use this opportunity to assure every artiste that it will not compromise with any false presentation of work.  We are still investigating and researching and want to assure the general public that the right thing will be done to protect the scheme and the interest of the nation. With regards to the selection of artistes in the worship category, the selection team said they worked using the formula and guide given. The committee placed songs on thanksgiving, worship songs petition etc all under worship. We wish to state categorically that next  will be better an no one will be considered. According to team, recomme...

Full List of Nominees For 2019 NGMA 2019 Ghana National Gospel Music Awards : Full List Of Nominees By Ebenezer Donkoh Last updated Dec 30, 2019 Nominees for the 2019 Ghana National Gospel Music Awards have been announced. Among the tall list of nominees are  Celestine Donkor,  Akesse Brempong,  Diana Hamilton,  Obaapa Christie, Enoch Narh and Nana Kweku Osei (Nacee) who battle it out  in the biggest category, Artist of The Year. Also raising eyebrows is the Hybrid Category which sees artists including Shatta Wale, Kofi Kinaata, Kuami Eugene, Ras Kuuku,  Strongman and Dada Hafco grab nominations. Organized by Global Expert Recovery Ltd, the 3rd edition of the  Ghana National Gospel Music Awards (NGMA) would see the voting academy wield 60% voting power whereas the general public wields a 40% voting power. Public voting begins on  January 1, 2020 via   ngmagh.com . The  2019 Ghana ...

IT IS MY SONG- EWURAH One artist who is gradually by his grace  becoming a daily talk on the lips of gospel music lovers is Ewurah .Ewurah is a multi talented singer and an anointed worshipper from Ghana. She is an emerging solohouse who is set to take over Ghana Gospel music scene. She has a strong music background singing and performing from a very tender age. Ewurah is gradually carving a niche for herself as a must hear Preacher and Gospel Artist of our time. Filled with the power of the Holy Ghost her ministry has touched many and still blessing many. Ewurah"s latest single release trending track NYAME AYƐ BI  featuring Joyce Blessing has sparked a lot of controversy as to who is is the right owner of hit song. The Video was released on Saturday, 24th August. Make it a point to listen as we give you future updates on some of the hot issues unfolding. The big question is, is the song really Ewurah's own or Joyce Blessing. Matters arising... Stay tune.

I am Ready for Ghana and Beyond. New entrant into the gospel industry Pastor Elizabeth Boahene popularly known as pastor Lizy Boahene is a member of the vibrant choir Praising Showers one of the senior choir in royalhouse chapel and Royal voices. According to the artiste, she is presently working on her singles which will be compiled into an album soon Speaking in an interview, pastor   Lizzy said the album will be awesome because she believes the songs on the album will bless many. “I know how Ghanaians love gospel music and this album recording will be massive because I will go all out to praise my maker” she said. Pastor Lizzy said she will be supported on her project by some of her colleagues in the music industry. Pastor Lizzy boahene is a nurse by profession at the Korlebu teaching hospital and a pastor at Royalhouse chapel where she serves under the Apostle General Rev Sam Korankye.

*ALBUM ART RELEASE* Ghana's Urban Gospel Queen Miss Walters is ready to release her Debut Album titled "STRAIGHT OUTTA ROYALHOUSE. " The album is dedicated to RoyalHouse Chapel International as the church that led her to Christ, believed in her and gave her her first platform to use her talent to serve in the Kingdom.  The album contains 10 tracks and features international and local artistes. The Album Launch will be hosted at RoyalHouse Chapel Immanuel Temple, located at the Institute of Chartered Bankers, East legon on Sunday the 28th of July 2019 at 8AM prompt. Follow @misswaltersgh on all social media platforms for updates. Thanks for your support! #GOSPELTOWNAFRICA

Reggae dance hall and award winning artiste Togbe Ghana is ready for his next edition of beach clean up will be on the 28th July. The artiste said thi time around the Beach Clean up will be crowned by  highest level personnel. According to Togbe Ghana, in attendance will be  3 ministers from the ministry of sanitation, Environment and the A.M.A.Boss. According to the reggae dancehall artiste he recalls when he started alone and others joined later. He is still calling on every Ghanaians to join him in the seventh edition of his clean up campaign. According to the artiste the 7th edition falls a day before his birthday and he is ready to give out His best for the nation. He is therefore calling every one to  come together to  clean  Mama Ghana for neatness is next to Godliness. To sponsor the cleanup all +233246470393

I WILL EXPOSE MUSIGA IF... MhiKi BaBo After the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) embarked on an anti-corruption walk in Accra on Wednesday, June 19 as part of the union’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign titled; “The Role of Music in the Implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACAP)”, gospel artist Derrick Baffoe-Bonnie Michaels also known in the showbiz industry as MhiKi BaBo has decided to also be on a  clean up campaign to help clean the house of musiga which he sees as corrupt in the manner things are done. An examples are  Expired card of the members of the union in the register. According to the artiste the walk from Efua Sutherland park is meaningless unless musiga cleans  its house. Mhiki Babo revealed that he is on what he calls "Revelation  spree chasing" to put the  Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) on its toes. He said he recalls President, Bice Osei Kuffour, also known as Obour, saying that the union’s anti-corruption campaig...

The Ashaiman Music Awards (AMA) is right around the corner and we’re all excited to support our favorite Christian and Gospel artists! There were so many albums that came out this year and the previous years that caused us to shout to the Lord in song! Who are you rooting for the 2019 Ashaiman Music Awards? Do you know who’s nominated? One of such person is the gospel star and bass awards winner Annette Danso, popularly known in the music industry as Annette D.  She has received a nomination for Gospel song and artiste of the year with her track searching.  Fans can vote for Annette D by texting AMA 84 to 1788 on all networks. Annette D is a Gospel artist-songwriter, and entrepreneur who resides in Accra, Ghana. Few years ago Annette released her debut project Mahuoden, followed by two other albums and a couple of singles which was compiled and titled Conquerer. Annette D is the founder of Future Leaders Foundation Network, an NGO which seeks to help the needy and v...

Lily M urges women to join beach cleaning Lily M has called on the need for more women to join the next beach cleaning to make Ghana's Beaches clean. According to the Songstress, working together in the spirit of many in body but one in mind, we can achieve our goals of making our beaches Clean. Lily M made this empowering statement at the last beach clean up exercise at Dansoman Beach. "I wish to encourage all women to join me to prove that we are one with our environment, and that when we change and take positive action, our environment will also change and we can all enjoy healthy life, particularly at our beaches." Let's keep Ghana's Beaches Clean Let's keep Ghana Clean It takes you and me Yes we can!

Songstress Lily M Out With New Banger Afro Songtress Lily M, also known for women empowerment has disclosed readiness to bring out new song. As an advocate for women empowerment, Lily M new single titled 'Dwaso Hemaa' which literally means (Market Women) portrays lifestyle as a seller. In the song, the Afro Songstress Lily M sells great concept of women struggling on the streets to make ends meet. Amidst all these challenges, they go through these struggles with joy to support their families. Lily M is known for songs which makes an impact on a lot of people. Over the period, she has featured alot of great artiste in the country including Sherrifa  Gunu among others. Lily M also urges  all noble market women to take part in an upcoming reality show on Adom TV dubbed "Dwaso Hemaa" Follow Lily M on her Social media handles for more updates. Facebook : LilyMGh Twitter: @lilymdeicon Instagram : @lilymdeicon1

NEUJAY OUT WITH ”NO NOISE" VIDEO One singer who is making waves in Ghana music industry is the Ghanaian  rapper and singer from the central region, Jude Max William Paakwesi Acquah, popularly known in showbiz industry as Neujay. Jude Max William Acquah popularly known as Neujay is considered as one of Ghana’s favorite vocalist. Neujay comes from the Central Region(Cape Coast) the ancient Capital. Neujay is known for his hit songs No Noise, S3 Oy3wofew and many more. He has been nominated thrice in two years of Central Music Awards including Male Vocalist of the Year. He is under NeuNation Records which is been managed by himself and his co partner Rico. Neujay is a versatile act, he does many of the music genre. The singer is set to drop his fresh video on the hit track titled ‘No Noise’.  The video which was directed by one of the best directors was shot at different locations of Ghana. The video featured other young artiste including Gully Grank x Weldone Africa,...

BACKHOUSE BANANA        BAND..ROLLING, WE ARE BACK Cape Coast based band, BackHouse Banana Band has promised Ghanaians nothing but the best in the coming years. Speaking to the group, they stated that the band which was in its highest crises after all their instruments got burnt during a fire outbreak is bouncing back. The group which was formed in 1991 and recorded their first track the same year told entertainment review that they changed their style of music by fusing in the palm wine music and contemporary style of play to meet and suit  international standards. Entertainment Review team spotted the group in their usual rehearsal session getting ready  to bounce back this year. They promised their funs nothing but the best. According to the group, they are ready to thrill Cape Coast, Ghana and the world with performances. They said ' we are stars and the world must hear from us'. Unlike previous years recording, their latest t...

VGMA: STONEBWOY AND SHATTA WALE BANNED INDEFINITELY, STRIPPED OFF ALL AWARDS Dancehall artistes Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale have been stripped of all the awards they won at the 20th edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA). They have also been banned indefinitely by the organisers. The decision to ban and strip the two artistes of their awards they won this year was announced at a press conference organised Charterhouse, organisers of the Awards, and the Board of the awards. According to the organisers, at a press conference at the Alisa Hotel in Accra Thursday, the two artistes breached the code of conduct of the scheme. Mark Okraku Mantey, a member of the Board, explained that the board has the right to dismiss or disqualify any nominee who misbehaves or brings the Awards into disrepute. The decision means that Shatta Wale is no longer the winner of the ‘Highlife Song of the Year’ for ‘My Level’ and ‘Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year’ for ‘Gringo’. It also me...

DEBORAH FREEMAN -ACTION NOW, NO VAIN PROMISES. As the 7th Quadrennial Conference of MUSIGA approaches, the term of the administration led by Obour is gradually rapping up as some old executive and also some new aspirants are campaining to be voted into power. Deborah Freeman, the current General secretary of the union, who has in the past years been working hard in silence for musicians at various levels including MUSIGA and UNIWA is now one of the aspirants vying for the slot of 2nd vice president-a slot for women based on affirmative action clause. On her campaign tour to the Regions, the principled Deborah Freeman could not ignor the challenges of these Regions. In her address she said,  "God's time is the best-and the time is now, to listen to the cry of His people" . At the Central Region Deborah Freeman unveiled the signboard which she promised the region few months before the vetting was done. She edged the musicians to be united. According to the gospe...

MUSIGA Elections- Corruption At The Grass Root The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has set June 26, 2019 as the date for its national elections with regional elections following on October 25, 2019. This will be followed by its 2nd Biennial Conference in Accra on June 25, 2020. The elections will elect a new leadership for the Union after the term of the current executive under the leadership of its President Bice Osei Kuffour aka Obour. This was announced few months ago by the General Secretary of the Union, Deborah Freeman at its 1st Biennial Conference in Cape Coast. The conference was under the theme Building a Vibrant Union for National Development. The National Elections Committee of the Musicians Union of Ghana has also announced the list of eleven candidates contesting for the MUSIGA national elections scheduled for June 26. The election will take place nationwide in all the ten old regions. The final list has two candidates vying for the President, 1st and 2nd...

BESSA SIMONS- I WILL UNITE MUSICIANS As part of his successes and achievements as the outgoing 1st Vice President of Musiga,  the belembe hit maker Bessa Simons has stated categorically that he will unite and bridge the gap between young and older folks and continue from where he left off as 1st vice president. He stated that at the time he was the vice president of musiga he assisted in the following activities. # Effective branding of Musiga to become more attractive to industry players and other stakeholders through effectively PR and Marketing initiatives. # Re-registraion of members and the establishment of new - membership database and increased in membership by 200%. #Establishment of aging musicians welfare fund (AMWEF) and yearly distribution support to members. Holding medical screening exercises for beneficiaries, over 200 members have benefited from the AMWEF. #Effective collective "Rights" management (GHAMRO). This means that the Union led the revo...

Deborah Freeman-I Will Create international Platform For Paid Up Members This is Authentic from Deborah  Freeman as directed by the Spirit of the almighty God. This is the Manifesto of Deborah Freeman Aspiring 2nd Vice President of MUSIGA. Dear Comrades, The Good Lord has put many things  on Deborah Freeman's heart to do for the Union/Musicians when she is elected 2nd Vice President of MUSIGA. As 2nd Vice President, she will have authority to take decisions and to implement them, unlike in the position of General Secretary where there were limitations. During her term (s) as 2nd Vice President of MUSIGA, as the Good Lord enables her; Noting that the duties of  the 2nd Vice President are not limited to women issues, and that the position was created based on affirmative action bill in order to ensure that women are fairly included among leadership, therefore, 1. Deborah Freeman will effectively work in harmony with,  or act in the absence of the two oth...

Annette D Unveil New Logo Bass Award Gospel artist Annette Danso popularly known as Annette D in the music industry has unveiled the new logo for her praise and worship concert dubbed 'My Worship My Sacrifice'. According to the artiste this year's concert which marks the fourth edition of the concert will be held  at the Apostolic Church of Ghana Sakumono. The artiste hinted that this 4th  years edition promises to be the best. Asking why the new logo was launched, the artist said, "the program is growing thus the new logo. Annette D is the founder of Annette D Muzic Ministries and also the founder of Future Leaders Foundation Network.

Musicians Pledge Support For Deborah Freeman  A section of Ghanaian musicians from the musicians union of Ghana who have declared their support for the gospel artiste Deborah Freeman this week has called on other musicians to vote massively for her as the 2nd vice president of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA). The MUSIGA election comes off on June 26 this year and Deborah Freeman is contesting for the 2nd vice president position with Abena Ruthy, also a gospel musician. The musicians disclosed in separate interviews that Deborah is one of the few gospel icons who have worked tirelessly to promote the image of the union when she was the general secretary of the union and for that reason was promoted to lead the UNIWA (Union of Informal Workers' Associations of Ghana). It is the biggest umbrella body of all Informal Workers under TUC of which MUSIGA  is a founding member. According to them, if Deborah is voted as MUSIGA second vice president, they are convinced that...

LIST OF CANDIDATES FOR MUSIGA NATIONAL ELECTIONS OUT The National Elections Committee of the Musicians Union of Ghana has announced the list of eleven candidates contesting for the MUSIGA national elections scheduled for June 26. The election will take place nationwide in all the ten old regions. The final list has two candidates vying for the President, 1st and 2nd Vice President slots and the General Secretary. Below is the final list of candidates: 1. Gifty Ghansah National Welfare Officer 2. Rev Edward Edusa-Eyison National Treasurer 3. Chizzy Nii Adu Wailer National Organizer 4. Sylvia Bosompem Amponsah General Secretary 5. Samuel Kofi Agyemang General Secretary 6. Deborah Freeman 2nd Vice President 7. Ruth Benny Wood 2nd Vice President 8. Rev Dr. Harry Thomas Yawson 1st Vice President 9. Richard Karikari Mensah 1st Vice President 10. Bessa Simons  - President 11. Ras Caleb Appiah-Levi  - President According to the chairman of the National...

                      Deborah Freeman Gospel artiste Deborah Freeman has declared her intention to contest for the 2nd vice presidential slot of the upcoming Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) elections slated for June 26, 2019. Deborah, who is currently the general secretary of the union, has worked tirelessly to convince her colleagues and music fans that she is capable of managing the affairs of the union. She told  that when voted into power as the 2 nd  vice president of MUSIGA, she would change the plight of musicians in the country, as well as put in place policies that would protect the interest of the musicians. Deborah is contesting with another gospel singer, Abena Ruthy, who also has similar ambition, but all eyes are on Deborah now because she is the only candidate who has made her programmes for the union known to all. She stated that her intention for this position is based on her desire...

With about two months left for the kokontiba hit maker, Bice Osei Kuffour, popularly known as Obour, to step out as the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) president, his Vice the belembe hit maker Bessa Simon is eyeing his job. Veteran musician Bessa Simons, who has served as Obour’s deputy for the past eight years, wants to be in charge of the largest musicians’ body in Ghana. As Obour’s second term as the president of MUSIGA comes to an end, plans to elect a successor has started in earnest. The musicians’ body has set June 26 this year as the date for members to elect a new president. After serving in various capacities at MUSIGA, including acting National Organiser, second Vice president and now first Vice President, Bessa believes he is the right man for the job. The musician, who picked up nomination forms last Friday, told Sammy Forson in an interview on Cosmopolitan Mix on Joy FM that he has a lot to offer the musicians’ body. “If I get the nod, I’ll bring my...

President Obour Visits The Dead The President of Musiga Evangelist Bice Osei Kuffuor together with few members has visited the Tomb of Reverend Fiifi Khan Agyakwa, MUSIGA former Administrator. Those at the cemetery with president obour was Ras Appiah Caleb, Nana Kojo Biney alias electric, the daughter of Rev Fiifi and the family members Last year around  this same time, Ahuma Bosco Ocansey, the Head of Communications and Special Projects at the Union, disclosed that, the colleague passed after a short illness. According to him, the late Rev. Agyakwa was discharged on Saturday March 10, 2018 from the 37 Military Hospital in Accra and there after, gave up the ghost. Until his departure from life, Rev. Fiifi Agyakwa worked in various capacities in the music business over the past two decades. He was the Director of Special Projects for the Union and was on the delegation of MUSIGA officials who met the leadership of the British Musicians Union in London over the twinning a...

Togbe Ghana Receives 2 Awards One artist whose name has become a household name in Ghana in the field of beach sanitation is the stop galamsey hitmaker legend David kumordzi popularly known in the music industry as Togbe Ghana. The Clean Ghana challenge meritorious Award which was held at the national theatre on the 18th of April saw David kumordzie aka Togbe Ghana grab an award for the most outstanding male Ambassador of the clean Ghana challenge 2018 for his dedication towards sanitation and clean water Advocacy. The musician who has taken upon himself to make sure our beaches are very clean from rubbish has successfully done this for the past months. Togbe Ghana let's Go to clean the beach campaign which was held at various beaches including osu beach,Akuma village beach,tawala beach labadi beach lagon , shining beach and saw the artist supported by other artist like  Lily M ,Della Hayes and the SGI youths group. In all the beaches he visited, he together with t...

One sound engineer who is making waves in the music industry is Vincent Kwame Nyafele, known also in the music scene as Vinny Kay. The sound engineer feels it is time to bring his beats production to the door step of musicians who cannot afford his services. By doing that, the sound engineer who is also the manager of Brain Drain Recording Studio at Mataheko near Kaneshie first light a building before Kata Hotel in Accra has started a special  package for all to support every musicians who want to record in his studios, but cannot afford the cost involved. He is presently Recording two tracks at the cost of one. This include given the client free guitar works from the best in guitarist in town, Dominic VGMA artist of the year and Kuuku for Tranpet all included in the package. According to him the package will end on the 31st of January 2018, and is therefore asking all musicians to take advantage of the package before it is too late. In addition to the special  pa...