Digital Creator and Artist Manager, Ebenezer Ansah-Boafo has sent out strong advice to aspiring Ghanaian artists. According to him, writing about life struggles doesn’t automatically make you a good songwriter. While it’s true that many great songs are inspired by personal experiences, there is no single formula for what …
Read More »Music Genre: Understanding and Defining Sound
Music Genre: Understanding and Defining Sound What is a Music Genre? A music genre is a category or classification of music that shares common characteristics, such as melody, rhythm, instrumentation, and style. Genres are used to describe and categorize music for the purpose of organizing music libraries, radio programming, and …
Read More »Reviving Azonto: Why Ghana Cannot Use Highlife to Compete with Afrobeats
Ghana, like many other African countries, has a rich and diverse musical heritage, with Highlife being one of its most recognizable and influential genres. However, in recent years, Afrobeats has emerged as the dominant force in Ghanaian and African music, with its fusion of various African and Western musical …
Read More »Patrick Adjei: A Rising Star in Ghana’s Entertainment Industry
Patrick Kojo Adjei is a Ghanaian entrepreneur and entertainment enthusiast known for his exceptional skills in artist management and event planning. He attended Catholic Basic School where he served as the school prefect before proceeding to Asankrangwa Senior High School where he was a member of the entertainment committee. …
Read More »From American Pop to Nigerian Afrobeats: The Evolution of Ghana’s Music Scene
Over the past few years, there has been a growing conversation around Nigerian Afrobeats music taking over Ghanaian music in Ghana. Many have attributed this to Nigeria’s more widespread digital presence and investment in music promotion, as well as the country’s ability to produce high-quality sound. However, the prevalence …
Read More »Is The Ghanaian Media Exploiting Artists with Interview Fees ?
The traditional media landscape in Ghana has long been a platform for promoting and disseminating the works of artists. The radio and television stations, in particular, are known for their interviews with artists that provide insight into their creative process and personal lives. However, it is common for these …
Read More »How the Attitude of Withholding Promotion Due to Financial Reasons Hinders the Growth of the Ghana Music Industry
The Ghana music industry has been on the rise in recent years, with some artists gaining recognition both locally and internationally. However, one of the biggest hindrances to the growth of the industry is the attitude of some individuals, particularly social media influencers and content creators. Recently, Tiktok star …
Read More »Acknowledging the Responsibility of the Media in Building Ghanaian Music Industry: A Tribute to Shatta wale(shatta movement), Sarkodie and Stonebwoy
Some time ago, Shatta Wale, Sarkodie, and Stonebwoy spoke out about the important role that the media plays in taking Ghanaian music globally. Unfortunately, their message was misinterpreted and they were labelled ungrateful. But the truth is, they were right. The media has a crucial responsibility in promoting and …
Read More »The Role of Media in Elevating Ghanaian Music on the Global Stage
The Role of Media in Elevating Ghanaian Music on the Global Stage Background: The Ghanaian music industry has seen tremendous growth and development in recent years. However, to truly compete on the global stage, it’s important to recognize the critical role that media outlets play in elevating our artists. In …
Read More »The Importance of Valuing Quality in Our Entertainment Industry
As a music fan or entertainment enthusiast in Ghana, you probably want to see your favourite artist succeed and win. But have you ever stopped to consider the impact of the media on our entertainment industry? In recent times, it seems that some Ghanaian media outlets have been more …
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