Tag Archives: MUSICIANS

Kobby Kyei complains, “It hurts that our musicians’ only source of income is when they get hit songs.”

Kobby Kyei complains, “It hurts that our musicians’ only source of income is when they get hit songs.” Mr. Augustus Koranteng Kyei, award-winning blogger, philanthropist, and CEO of Kobby Kyei News, often known as Kobby Kyei, has stated his dissatisfaction with the Ghanaian music system and how our musicians here …

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Young Ghanaian musicians whose wealth has been questioned

Ordinarily, musicians gather their revenue from events, streams, tours, selling merchandise, brand ambassadorial deals, or side businesses. The display of lavish lifestyles by some artistes in Ghana, just as in other jurisdictions, however, has led people to question their source of wealth. There has been a barrage of allegations, triggering …

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PHOTOS: 3 Ghanaian musicians who don’t hide their love for smoking

It is not far from the truth that celebrities wield significant influence on their supporters or fans. While some celebrities use their craft to push a series of positive social causes, others use their platforms to promote activities which have sometimes led to negative social impact. Ghanaian acts, Black Sherif, Sarkodie and Shatta …

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Black Sherif’s lawyer discloses musician’s mood after injunction victory

Like anyone who would rejoice over a verdict in their favour, Black Sherif is excited about the Accra High Court’s decision to dismiss an injunction application brought against him by his ex-financier, Shadrack Agyei Owusu, that sought to stop the musician from performing his songs. “How would you feel? You have a …

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Top 8 Nigerian musicians with private jets and how much they cost

Owing a private aircraft is no mean fit. This is a luxury only a few get in life. Only the affluent, among them musicians and politicians, can afford an aircraft in Nigeria. Nigerian musicians with private jets can access any part of the world without strain. They have no worries …

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VIDEO: I sacrificed my life for Nigerians to accept Ghanaian musicians – Shatta Wale

Dancehall musician Shatta Wale says he has to be given the due credit for paving the way for Nigerians to warmly accept Ghanaian musicians in their country. According to him, calling Nigerians out on stage during his stadium concert last year has yielded positive results because Ghanaian musicians are now …

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The current generation of musicians have left creativity behind – KK Fosu

Kaakyire Kwame Fosu known in showbiz circles as KK Fosu has said the new generation of artistes have left creativity behind. He was speaking on CTV’s ‘Time with the Stars’ hosted by Larry Bozzle. The artiste said:“In my view, the new musicians have left a lot behind. You see we …

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Musicians can make an average of GH₵200,000 per hit song – Digital expert

Musicians can make about GH₵200,000 from a mega hit song, Mr. Kwame Baah, a digital marketing expert, has said. According to Mr. Baah, who is also a Content Manager at Yve Digital, an artiste who has a massive, good hit song across various digital streaming platforms could generate more revenue …

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VIDEO: Here’s how these popular musicians got their names

Names are very important. No matter the jurisdiction, sector or field, it is the first point of identification which is one reason people are incentivized to swear an affidavit to legally have a change of name when they are unenthused about their maiden names. Indeed, names have significance and the …

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6 African female gospel musicians who suffered from disastrous marriages

One would have thought that an anointed, soul-winning Gospel minister’s marriage would have been full of bliss. However, it is increasingly becoming common that in recent times, marriages of such artists are being saddled with some of the scariest breakups and controversies ever. Unfortunately, these ministers of the Gospel are …

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