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Collaborating with Nana Kwabena will widen my audience – Okyeame Kwame
The rapper (@okyeamekwamebra) unveils his projects for the future, including a song with John Legend producer, two books and a health campaign for children affected by sickle cell.
“An amazing opportunity”. With those words Okyeame Kwame described his collaboration with Grammy-nominated US-based Ghanaian songwriter/producer, Nana Kwabena Tuffuor. Meeting the well-known producer – said Okyeame – is for sure an amazing opportunity with great business prospects, but fans of the musician will have to wait a little longer to hear the collaboration because, though the song will be ready in a month, barring any hitch, it will not be released immediately.
In an interview with GhanaWeb.com, he said the song, though will be finished soon, is due for release only after shooting the video and both artistes are satisfied with the output.
The song, co-written by Okyeame Kwame and Nana Kwabena Tuffuor and produced by the latter, is being recorded at the PeeWeez studios in Accra; “we have started already, we have gone to the studio, we have done the first part,” Okyeame Kwame confirmed.
Nana Kwabena Tuffuor, an International US-based Ghanaian and acclaimed producer working with artistes like John Legend and Jidenna, was in Ghana for the holidays and also to start a sickle cell awareness campaign which Okyeame Kwame is coaching him on, with the experience gathered from his Hepatitis B project.
Revealing how he met Nana K. Tuffuor, a smiling Okyeame Kwame said “he contacted me, but he had already recorded with Flowking Stone (Okyeame Kwame's brother) when he was at Legon; so he's been like a family friend but he contacted me for another project, and we talked about recording the song.”
Okyeame Kwame, undoubtedly one of the most successful artistes to go solo from a group, have in recent time featured young artistes, explaining, “The idea of getting him to produce the song is to establish the relationship between him and to work on collaborations with other international acts.
The first effect of this collaboration is to create exciting content because with him in charge of the sound and the writing direction he will create something youthful, and I will bring in the classic element. I think that the song- when finished- because of his reputation will open new doors especially in online sales, widened market share and to endear me to young music lovers.”
“He wants horns live; guitar and percussion played live'. It's a hip pop trap music, but he wants to infuse the Ghanaian sound. So it will be a post-modern trap music and the infusion of the Ghanaian instrumentation. I love his writing, he is good and has a lot of experience working on the big stage and doing this project is going to take me out of my comfort zone.”
According to Okyeame Kwame, the songs being recorded by these young artistes are challenging and getting into such rhythm with his background is exciting. He said his adventure was an effort to stay in-tune with current trends and stay relevant for continued Business.
“As a musician, when I am making music, there are three things I consider; first is music that my fans like, music that I like and music that my new target audience will like so I can grow my support base. When you take my albums you will notice that there are songs of different genres,” the versatile rapper stated.
Highlighting on some planned activities for the year Okyeame Kwame said he is due to launch a brand book in February about his brand and as a guide for young talents who wish to succeed. “It is to go out there to the world and teach younger musicians on how to build their brands. You know because of my blog I receive a lot of emails from these young talents asking questions so I believe we should share the things that we do with my brand so they can also learn from. My album, ‘African
connection', will also be released in July, and I hope to release my book on Music Strategy by the end of year.”
Asked what he will be doing if he was not into music, a laughing Okyeame Kwame said, “I don't think I can be a taxi driver but a farmer, yes; I don't like sitting, and I don't like driving, I am a very a spirited person, so I don't like sitting at one place.”
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KO7’s Name Appears In A Class Project For Ghana Institute Of Journalism(GIJ)
Ghanaian Eastern Regions fast uprising musician, KO7's name has again appeared in a Ghanaian Institute Journalism school project.
KO7's name this time around appeared in a journalism school project on the end of second-semester exams of level 200 students studying Journalism at Ghana Institute Of Journalism.
The students were asked to produce a new paper article as their project work with stories from Current Affairs, Sports, Current Affairs and Entertainment.
GET TO KNOW ABOUT KO7
John Nkansah, popularly known as KO7 , is a fast-rising artist from Kwahu Obomeng in the Eastern Region of Ghana, With his unique blend of highlife and afrobeat, he has quickly become a fan favorite in the region and beyond.
KO7 Music started his music career in 2013 and has been on a steady rise ever since. He caught the attention of music lovers in the region with his hit song “Ya Socketti” in 2019, which showcased his catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.
In 2019, KO7 Music won the Eastern Music Awards Best Collaboration of the Year award, and this served as a stepping stone for him to gain more recognition in the industry. He has also won the Kwahu Music Awards Artist of the Year in 2022 and 2023, as well as the Eastern Music Awards Artiste of the Year in 2022 and 2023.
Some of KO7 Music's notable songs include “Gaza,” “Na Who,” “Style Biaabi,” and “Ya Socketti.” He also released a song titled “All Stars” in 2021, which featured all the top artists in Kwahu. This song served as a testament to his ability to bring artists together and create a hit song.
Apart from his music, KO7 Music is also known for his philanthropic works in the community. He has used his platform to support various initiatives, including providing scholarships to students in his hometown and supporting the construction of a community library. KO7 Music has featured a lot of top artists on his songs such as Fameye, Obibini, Epixode, Luther now Luta GH, and many other top artists.
KO7 Music is a rising star in the Ghanaian music industry, and his talent and hard work have earned him a loyal fan base. With his unique sound and dedication to his craft, it is only a matter of time before he becomes a household name in Ghana and beyond.
KO7 Music's hard work and dedication to his craft have paid off, and he has worked with various record labels such as Sent One Records, Wireless Moni Crew, and Team Success Entertainment. He is currently signed under 7Muzik record label and has been making waves with his latest song titled ‘No Fake' and enjoying good streaming numbers in the digital space.
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2023 shows played by Ko7
1. OBOUBA FM EASTER AKWAABA BASH
2. ADOM FM KWAHU EASTER
3. AFC
4. Ghana tertiary excellence awards
5. Ko7 Accra invation annual show organized by Team Ko7
6. Eastern music festival
7. The trap bars lunch
8. Eastern Music awards
9. XSSENCE party
10. Ponobiom & friends pool party.
11. Ghana talk radio street carnival
2024
1. Poum fest
2. Rep your jersey pool party
3. Kwahu music awards
4. Adom Kwahu Easter(in March).
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PR & MARKETING COMMS EXEC,
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Jonilar Urges Ghanaian creatives to watch industry trends
Ghanaian digital music expert Jonilar known in real life Jonathan Nii Laryea has stressed the importance of understanding industry standards, pointing out that many talented creatives struggle due to a lack of awareness about some of the key aspects that could determine their success.
Jonilar, who doubles as Ghana country director and brand ambassador for Uganda-based aggregator Omziki, made this known while speaking at the second edition of the Digital Music Education Seminar held on 23 March at the Okumah Executive Lodge in the Bono East region of Ghana.
The seminar, running under the theme bridging the Gap between Music Education and the Industry, sought to equip musicians and creatives with essential knowledge about the music industry.
Other speakers for the event included health professional and MC Yaw Ampofo Adomako, public relations expert Isaac Sosito, as well as broadcasters Gideon Kwame Sarkodie and Bretuoba Kwabena.
Jonilar noted that instead of solely relying on social media for support, musicians should invest in learning how to establish connections within the industry. He further urged local media to prioritise crafting radio content that educates creatives and reiterated his call from last year's event to the government and other stakeholders to invest in digital music incubator programmes in junior and senior high schools nationwide.
At last year's seminar,Jonilar also proposed a one-year tax break for media and influencers promoting arts, music, and tourism to bolster Ghana's creative and cultural sectors.
Ampofo, meanwhile, emphasised the significance of mental wellness for creatives,
highlighting its role in preventing unforeseen consequences, while Kwame Sarkodie advised musicians to cultivate business relationships with media professionals to enhance their visibility on radio. Sosito underscored the importance of improving communication skills and seeking professional assistance in managing one's brand.
Speaking to Music In Africa, Jonilar said the event “has been very impactful,” adding that he was excited about the turnout. “It shows the zeal and level of commitment by musicians and creatives here to learning new ways they can advance their careers.”
Story; Gabriel Myers Hansen
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Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah Call For “Change” In Powerful New Single
In their latest musical collaboration, Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah have taken a bold step to address issues in African society. Their new song, titled ‘Change,' serves as a powerful call to action, urging Africans and Ghanaians to demand accountability from their political leaders. The artists emphasize that the failures of corrupt politicians should not be tolerated or excused, and instead advocate for a collective effort towards positive change.
At a time when corruption and political misconduct continue to hinder progress in many African nations, ‘Change' serves as a much-needed anthem for disillusioned citizens. Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah deliver an empowering message, encouraging Africans to take a stand against the rampant corruption that has plagued their societies for far too long. Through their lyrics, the artists emphasize the importance of holding politicians accountable and demanding transparency in governance.
The song ‘Change' highlights the artists' frustration with the lack of development and progress resulting from the actions of corrupt politicians. Michael and Ebenezer's lyrics convey a sense of disappointment, as they express the belief that Africans and Ghanaians deserve better leadership. They emphasize that the failures of politicians should not be an excuse for the stagnation of their countries; instead, it should be a catalyst for change and collective action.
‘Change' by Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah serves as a rallying cry for Africans and Ghanaians to address the issue of corruption in their respective countries. Through their powerful lyrics, the artists urge citizens to hold their leaders accountable and work towards achieving a brighter future. This song has the potential to inspire a collective movement towards positive change, empowering individuals to actively participate in shaping the destiny of their nations.
Ebenezer and Michael believe in hard work. However, they also affirm the believe that without God, nothing is impossible. They implore society in general to change from iniquities to holiness, for what shall it profit a man/woman, if you gain the whole world but lose your soul. “Change” is a clarion call for salvation, not only to the politicians, but to all humanity. So, going forward, if we say “OPUTUNUU”, you say “WA MA TSA K3 MI”. We've got to change inside y'all. Change MUST Come.
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