Dancehall Africa

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December 19, 2014
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December 19, 2014
[Mp3] SHATTA WALE – GANGSTER SUPERSTAR FT D-SHERRIF
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December 18, 2014
[Ghana] Scata Bada about to break the ice
His name may not mean much to people who aren’t fans of reggae/dancehall music, but the Tema based dancehall artiste Scata Bada is one of the best and famed enegetic, fast rising reggae/dancehall singjays in the Ghana and Africa, considerably the world at large.
Everyone love to see their favorite artiste making headlines at all time, and the only way that could be better is seeing those musicians out in concerts. Imagine you are at a concert where you see your favorite artiste live on stage performing his or her greatest hits.
Scata Bada as we all know is yet again about to break the ice, and this time around it’s interestingly coded. 2015 and all the coming years are going to be remarkable and unforgettable from the camp of Lyfstyl Entertainment. Remember, reggae/dancehall is not a joke and Scata Bada doesn’t disappoint. The songwriter and performer wants to surprise his music fans in a new way, not as he had done in the past, in order to connect more directly with his fans.
14th February, 2015 is going to be a historic day, keep the date.
The move was designed to keep fans in suspense, question their intelligence and let fans form their own opinions on what’s going to happen on the date stated above.
His current joined force song ( Style It ) with Ghana’s fasters rapper and BET award winner Sarkodie and produced by one of the finest sound engineers in Tema King One Beatz, is receiving alot of airplay already and the song in itself speaks volume. We all can testify to the fact that Sarkodie doesn’t jump on just any song. This should alert or bring your mind to the fact that Scata Bada has come to stay.
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December 17, 2014
[Zimbabwe] All Set for Face of Kariba
Preparations for the inaugural Face of Kariba scheduled for this weekend at Kariba Country Club have gathered momentum. The beauty pageant which will see more than 10 models vying for the coveted title is being organised by Kariba Youth in Business Trust. Show organiser Alois Chimbangu said the pageant was expected to empower and create opportunities for the youths in Kariba.
“This is the beginning of an awakening giant that will not only provide for us but change lives of many young people in Kariba so that they can live life equally with those in other towns,” he said.
Chimbangu said beauty pageants promote tourism.
“I see Kariba as a virgin market so this is a golden opportunity for business people in and outside the town to tap the market through our platform. It has a lot of unheralded beauty of which after crowning the winner, she will not only represent the town through her beauty but will also market the areas too,” said Chimbangu.
He said there will be lots of entertainment line up on the night.
The Queen will walk away with a scholarship secured by the trust from the Mirror, a renowned organisation that promotes black intellectual beauty in Zimbabwe. Fans will be entertained by upcoming Zim dancehall artist Power Rasta who is also from Kariba and IKONIK crew while the event will be sponsored by CUT hotel, Size 4, Designer Closet and LETEEZ Fashions.and many others.
Kariba Youth in Business Trust has for the past months demonstrated how young people can be useful ambassadors of their small towns through starting their own businesses.
December 17, 2014
[Nigeria] 2014 Headies Award – Ghanaian Rapper, Sarkodie Won Artiste of the Year
Ghanaian Rapper Michael Owusu better known as Sarkodie last Sunday at the 2014 Headies award won Best African Artist of the Year while Patoranking becomes the proud owner of a Hyundai 4×4 after winning the Next Rated category.
Patoranking the buzzing dancehall act dominated most of the event as the music act went home with three awards. His first award was for his collaborative effort on’Emergency’. The hit single earned him the Best Collabo award alongside WizzyPro, Skales and Runtown.
His second award was the Best Reggae /Dancehall category for his hit single ‘Patoranking’. His biggest award of the night was when he clinched the Next Rated award category. In a moving speech the artiste recollected his humble beginnings when he sold rat poisons and worked on at construction sites.
Mavin boss Don Jazzy also went home with two awards. He and his crew won the ‘Best Pop Single’ award. Later in the night, he won the major award, Producer of the Year. Fellow Mavin act Reekado Banks went home with two awards two, Best Pop Single and Rookie of the Year.
List of Winners:
Best R&B Single – Let Somebody Love You by 2face Idibia.
Best Pop Single – Dorobucci by The Mavins
Best Rap Single – Parcel by Phyno
Best Street Hop – Double Wahala by Oritsefemi
Best Vocal Performance (Male) – Iyawo Mi by Timi Dakolo
Best R&B/Pop Album – The Journey by Sean Tizzle
Best Vocal Performance (Female) – Love To Love You by Niyola.
Best Rap Album – Baddest Guy Ever Liveth by Olamide.
Best Reggae/Dancehall – Girlie O by Patoranking
Best Collabo – Emergency by WizzyPro featuring Skales, Runtown and Patoranking
Best Recording of the Year – Ordinary People by Cobhams Asuquo
Best Alternative Song – Bolaji by BOJ.
Producer of the Year: Don Jazzy
Lyricist on the Roll: Jesse Jagz
Next Rated: Patoranking
Hall of Fame:Sir Victor Uwaifo
African Artiste of the Year – Sarkodie
Rookie of the Year: Reekado Banks
Best Music Video: Ada Ada (Flavour) by Clarence Peters
Song of the Year: Aye by Davido
Album of the Year: Baddest Guy Ever Liveth by Olamide.
Artiste of the Year: Davido.
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December 17, 2014
I don’t need drugs or alcohol to perform – Episode
Fast rising Dancehall act Episode says he does not need drugs or alcohol to put up a spectacular show on stage.
Episode who put up an exciting performance at the just ended ‘ Big Weekend Afro-Beats Festival’ at the Independence Square in Accra, told NEWS-ONE that the energy and style he emits anytime is mounts the stage to perform is all natural and he considers that as a blessing.
“My style is a blessing. Most of the time, I don’t really draw plan for whatever I have to go and do on stage like the way other artistes line up their stuff. I just go on the stage and feel like yo this is what I have to give to them. I believe that me being a musician is another way of spreading the gospel and spreading the word as well.
“It is all natural; I don’t depend on drugs or alcohol to boss. Just a little prayer and rehearsal and boom” Episode stated.
Episode was part of a tall list of artistes including Pappy Kojo, Joey B and D Black among others who thrilled patrons on the first day of the weekend event.
The ‘Sinners Prayer’ singer disclosed that Dancehall as a genre cannot be devoid of rivalry because it is good for the business.
“I believe that Dancehall is one of the genres that you can’t really take it cool. You can’t also put rivalry out of Dancehall. So me, being an artiste who loves unity and as a youth coming up from all these camps—you see me with High Grade family, you see me with Shatta Movement Family—I believe that I’m the middle man and most of the time you need to pull them together, which is good for business because at the end of the day if you don’t take it from that aspect, the fans are going to suffer,” he said.
Theophilus Nii Ardey Otoo Junior, as he is known in real life, added that though it was impossible to predict his own future, he someday aims at putting Africa on the map through the Dancehall genre.
“Episode is music, Episode is sinner’s prayer. He is a youth none of them can stop because Episode is a pastor and messenger as well. I can’t really predict the future but I just want to put Africa on the map,” he noted.
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December 17, 2014
Rocky Dawuni launches African Thriller Remix contest
“African Thriller”, the first single from Rocky Dawuni’s forthcoming Branches of the Same Tree (out March 17th, 2015) embodies a unique and accessible “Afro-Roots” sound: a sumptuously funky blend of soul, pop, Afrobeat and reggae grooves.
With his internationally recognized charisma and reputation as a dedicated activist, Rocky is a galvanizing performer and now he wants you to remix his celebratory track!
The “African Thriller Remix Contest” is your opportunity to express yourself through Rocky Dawuni’s music in whatever genre of your choosing.
All are encouraged to enter and winners will be selected directly by Rocky. Be as creative as you can and transform Rocky’s music!
In his own words: “My song ‘African Thriller’ represents a cultural fusion of musical styles and challenging boundaries. I believe it lends itself to exciting and interesting sonic interpretations.”
This month, the electrifying video for “African Thriller” features DJ and Producer Jeremey Sole’s remixed version of the song. Sole, an acclaimed host on Los Angeles’ taste-defining radio station KCRW has previously remixed tracks for Femi Kuti, David Bowie, Thievery Corporation and Quantic among others.
Prizes
The Grand Prize Winner’s track will be promoted through the artist’s and label’s social media and the winner will receive The House of Marley’s lux Bamboo Get Together Bluetooth ® Portable Audio System as well as a signed, limited-edition vinyl copy of Rocky’s new album Branches of the Same Tree. Two Runner Ups will receive the stylish Liberate On-Ear Headphones also from The House of Marley.
Contest Dates:
December 8, 2014 – Remix Contest begins

February 8, 2015 – Remix Contest closes (all submissions must be made before midnight EST)
March 17, 2015 – Branches of Same Tree album release date + Remix Contest winner is announced.
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December 17, 2014
[Ghana] Guru, Shatta Wale, Mzvee, Stonebwoy & more for Decemba 2 Rememba 2014
The Citi FM Decemba 2 Rememba concert has been launched at the plush Silver Lounge. The show is set to come off on December 24 at the Accra International Conference Center with an exciting lineup.
Guests at the launch received the first taste of the 2014 Citi FM Decemba 2 Rememba, with the musicians billed to perform promising a great night, come December 24, and DJ Armani serving a mix of the hit songs of 2014.
Musicians billed to perform at the official Christmas party are Guru, MzVee, M.anifest, Kontihene, Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale.
The Decemba 2 Rememba Concert is the biggest and most exciting and has for the past 9 years consolidated a place on the nation’s entertainment calendar as the official Christmas party.
Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy and MzVee are expected to set the auditorium on fire with their back to back Dancehall hits. The three musicians have successfully ruled the Dancehall space in the Ghanaian music industry and managed to top the various mainstream charts during the year.
M.anifest has been one of the main lyrical champions this year and has performed on countless platforms, both home and abroad. His classic hits, Someway Bi and No Shortcut to Heaven have made their way on to every playlist in the country.
Guru has been one of the most engaging acts for the past five years and has consolidated his position as a force to reckon with this year by releasing back to back hits, including his recent Kpa Kpa Kpa Movement and Pooley. Nana Kontihene is a hiplife music legend. His first album ruled the then Ghana Music Awards and he’s been on top of the game since. He’s promised a night of good music with a playlist that goes way back to the early days of hiplife music.
Ghanaians can be a part of the Decemba 2 Rememba experience on Facebook, Twitter, instagram and Google plus using the hash tag #D2R2014 .
The 2014 edition of Decemba 2 Rememba is sponsored by Airtel, Dynamite energy drink and Kupenda Condoms.
Decemba 2 Rememba! If it’s not a hit, it’s not on our list!
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December 17, 2014
[Nigeria] How we made our first N1million – P-Square

Peter and Paul Okoye of Psquare, winners of the Special recognition award at the just concluded Headies awards, which was held at the Eko hotel and suites, Lagos have revealed how it took them years to save their first million naira.
Just before they were given their awards, the twin brothers who wowed the audience with a rendition of their old tracks, at the annual music and video awards, revealed the other side of them that fans did not know.
“While we were living in Jos, we lived with our uncle and he gave us – Jude, Paul and Peter just one room to share. It wasn’t easy, we were squatting with a large family.
“Somehow, we came to Lagos and after selling our stuffs, we were able to rent a one-room apartment and you know we had no chairs but we did not care. All we were after was how to market our music…..eventually money started coming in but it was small, very small. For a while, we were angry that our names were being mentioned everywhere and peeps would see us to say, ‘I just saw your music on MTV base”, meanwhile we had no TV to even watch the MTV base in our house”.
On their first one million naira, they said “The first time we had one million naira we celebrated it. For a long while, all we could save was N850,000 and it was paining us. One day however, we went for a concert and right there we were paid N150,000, then it was big money. We immediately added it to the N850,000 and voila, we had N1million. We bought drinks to celebrate, we were glad that we were now millionaires”.
“To the upcoming artiste, you don’t make money immediately, it’s like you are investing in music and would reap later on”.
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December 17, 2014