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“I started Djing with my Dad's Sound System” – Dj Cyril

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Ghana Dj awards 2017 winner for Volta region, Cyril Dankan know in showbiz as Dj Cyril has revealed that he started Djing  with his own Dad’s Sound system at the age of 11.
Answering a question posed by El vee  on Journey To Fame on how he started his Dj career, Dj Cyril Said, “I started with my own dad’s sound system which also help me a lot though that was not his intention for me but I still have to push my dream”.
Dj Cyril Further stated that “I didn’t go to any dj school or a multimedia school for this skill but I think is something that grew in me,because I was trained as a teacher. But that’s not my path so I have to divert it my own way”
Dj cyril also revealed more about his Dj life, His studies, and personal issues.
check out the full interview below:
EL Vee: Welcome to my chat “Journey To Fame.
Dj Cyril: Wow! Bless up
El Vee: Please tell me briefly about yourself
DJCyril: Am Cyril Dankan from Ho 26yrs of age. My fans call me DjCyril I schooled at Holy Spirit College of education and I studied lifestyle
El Vee: Nice. Take me through the journey of being a DJ. How did it start?
Dj Cyril: hmmmm not a small journey as people think but to tell you the road have been tough, is not easy at all. But this is the life I choose despired my parent’s refusal.I had been in this for about 15yrs now.
Dj Cyril: I started with my own dad’s sound system which also help me a lot though that was not his intention for me but I still have to push my dream.
El Vee: Good! If you are not a DJ what would you have been doing?
Dj Cyril: I didn’t go to any dj school or a multimedia school for this skill but I think is something that grew in me,because I was trained as a teacher. But that’s not my path so I have to divert it my own way .
El Vee: Haahaa! your pupils miss you in the classroom anyway.
Dj Cyril: hahahah yh i Know that.
El Vee: In your journey as a DJ, what’s your worst moment and the best one if you can recalled.
Dj Cyril: Worst moment,? hahaha I had a big show in town(Ho) and my laptop’s sound card wasn’t responding so I had to use someone else, which make my show so bad, that was the worst moment I ever had and I can’t forget soon.
El Vee: Wow! That’s a blast.
Dj Cyril: E no be small that day.
El Vee: So what was you best moment?
Dj Cyril: When am at a show and my fans are happy then I know my work as a dj is done. And that always makes my best moment.
El Vee: Which radio station are you currently working with?
Dj Cyril: Jay Dee Fm 99.9 mhz in Ho.
El Vee: Ok.
El Vee: What program or show do you present?
Dj Cyril: We don’t do show nor programs
Dj Cyril: We only play music and do advert.
El Vee: What do you do for joy daddy bitters company.
Dj Cyril: Am their company Dj, I play shows all around Gh, festival and stuffs for them.
El Vee: Really? Thats a huge deal. But you recently sweep an award from the hands of most deserving DJs in the Volta region.
Dj Cyril: Yeah because I played most of the shows here in the region.
El Vee: How did you manage to win GH DJ Awards?
Dj Cyril: Is the fans dear, the fans voted because they knew am the best.
El Vee: People mentioned they don’t know you and the station you work for.
Dj Cyril: Are they from volta?
El Vee: Yes. Lol Dj Cyril: Because my name is ACCRA ALL and if my own people don’t know me then i think you need to help me reach them too.
El Vee: Did you buy the award?
Dj Cyril: hahahah , how can I? I CANT BUY AN Award, though people do but am not one of them
El Vee: DJ Cyril what effort did you put in winning the award this year that you think your colleague couldn’t do?
Dj Cyril: Is my fans who supported me, they really voted for me, infact I won the highest vote in the whole competition.
Dj Cyril: I think the way I play on air and even my out door shows & events makes me more popular in winning this year’s award.
El Vee: How do you feel that evening when they mentioned you as the winner? Deserving or not?
Dj Cyril: To me it was normal deserving. Because I know God made me a winner long time. And moreover I took a couple of awards before. So am just keeping it real.
El vee: What are those awards aside this?
DjCyril: TIGO GHANA best Dj in HO and BEST RADIO DJ IN THE REGION ORGANISED BY PMG
El Vee: Did the other DJs in that category with you call to congratulate you?
Dj Cyril: Yes they all congratulated me because they know am the winner already.
El Vee: You are so confident about your input. I believe with your profile you deserve it too.
Dj Cyril: Sure! thank you. El Vee: What is that rumour you heard about yourself which is true?
Dj Cyril: nothing yet
El Vee: Eeeiiii really! But I heard you like ladies.
Dj Cyril: hahahahahaha.
Dj Cyril: Ladies like us but we don’t.
El Vee: Its a rumour
Dj Cyril: lie lie
El Vee: Do you have just one gitlfriend?
Dj Cyril: Am free to mingle but i don’t think am a womanizer.
Dj Cyril: I have so many girlfriends but i can’t love them all. Every girl want a guy who is popular, but am very careful of girls because they will bring me down. El Vee: So you dont have a love life?
Dj Cyril: Yeah
El Vee: Lol, If you are not Djing on a regular day, What can we find you doing?
Dj Cyril: I always sit by my laptop because I want to know more about what am into and if am free, I watch movies and relax, i don’t go out.
El Vee: Back to awards. Apart from you who do you think should have carry the Gh DJ award volta region?
Dj Cyril: To me I don’t really know yet because non of them play the kind of shows I play and I think none of them reach my level yet, most of them have to learn more
El Vee: But last year one person in the category took it. Correct me if am wrong.
Dj Cyril: Most of them cannot fit into the system of how we run things in ACCRA and stuffs because I work at so many radio station in the city and play more shows but when am in volta I see that most of them just relax. Last year I was in accra doing some other staffs and was not in volta that’s Why, but now am fully in so I’ll be winning saaaaa till my time past and even next year am going for international not regional anymore.
Dj Cyril: That’s what am working towards now.
El Vee: DJ Cyril, I believe my readers will agreed with me that you are good.
Dj Cyril: Am the best
El Vee: But will not agreed that you dont see potential in the rest of your colleagues.
Dj Cyril: hahahaha am not saying that. We are all good but just that the best have to be recognise
El Vee: What are some of the major shows you played in and out of the region?
Dj Cyril: I played stonebowy show right here in Ho ,rudeboy ranking independence show by bull house entertainment , rapper holic show by sakodie and many more.
Dj Cyril: i played most of our top artist shows right here in the region
El Vee: Ok. Last question. Are you working with any artist?
Dj Cyril: Yeah
El Vee: Who is that?
Dj Cyril: I work for so many artist in and out of Volta and many recording studios
El Vee: So no particular art for now?
Dj Cyril: I work for Yaa Pono , Enamily , rudebowy ranking , holtical , king one studio , kush elikem , will beatz records , Hecta Gh , JJ GONAMI and many more, so many of them,
El Vee: Now you are our best DJ in Volta. How much do you charge for a show?
Dj Cyril: It depends on the show
El Vee: Whats the range?, 1000?
Dj Cyril: Hahaha hahaha, i can’t mention any amount unless my manager.
El Vee: OK, How can my readers reach you?
Dj Cyril: This is my social media handles.
Facebook : DjCyril D Vybe Charger
mail. [email protected]
twitter . @vybecharger instagram . djcyril_ whats app . 0207285400
El Vee: Do you have anything special to say before I make live of you?
Dj Cyril: I thank the almighty God and my lovely fans for making my dreams come to reality ,to my fans, I can never do without them and all i need from them is to keep the fire burning …. love them all Dj Cyril: stay bless
El Vee: Thanks
Dj Cyril: You are welcome
 
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KO7’s Name Appears In A Class Project For Ghana Institute Of Journalism(GIJ)

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Ghanaian Eastern Regions fast uprising musician, 's name has again appeared in a Ghanaian Institute Journalism school project.

 '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.

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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

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2.       Rep your jersey pool party

3.       Kwahu music awards

4.       Adom Kwahu Easter(in March).

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Jonilar Urges Ghanaian creatives to watch industry trends

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Ghanaian digital music expert  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.


, 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.”

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Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah Call For “Change” In Powerful New Single 

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In their latest musical collaboration, Michael Adjetey and 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 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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