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“Reggae music belongs to Ghanaians as much as it belongs to Jamaicans” – Stonebwoy

Erica Arthur — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:25:00 +0000

Stonebwoy has reiterated his belief that Reggae music has its roots in Africa, particularly Ghana.

In a recent acceptance speech at the 25th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Stonebwoy emphasized that Reggae doesn’t solely belong to the Caribbean but has significant ties to Africa, citing Ghana’s historical connection to the transatlantic slave trade as evidence.

” I just want to say by extension that Reggae music like I was bashed for it in Jamaica, I said it has it roots right here in Ghana because out of the 66 forts that took away the slaves..so like I was saying Reggae music belongs to Ghanaians as much as it belongs to Jamaicans”

Stonebwoy’s comments echo his earlier assertion in a 2022 interview where he stated that Reggae music is fundamentally African. He stressed that Ghana’s history, including its role in the slave trade, reinforces the country’s claim to Reggae music, challenging the notion that it exclusively belongs to Jamaican culture.

Samini rocks Italy – they want a comeback concert.

Curated — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 16:20:47 +0000

by Elorm Beenie | Africa 1 Media

After a thrilling session with the crowd at the Red Love inside Conegliano, Italy over the weekend, Samini’s fans wouldn’t let him go.

The Legendary Performer who is also judge for Vodafone Icons 2018 is expected to rock more stages in Europe this season.

The show was organized by Asaase Ase Entertainment and Kuna Entertainment, Ghanaian Event Companies based in Europe.

Samini, now signed to Africa 1 Media, has been busy workin on his 7th studio album, a strictly Reggae album tipped to shoot the multiple award-winning Superstar into different territories across the globe. “My Own”, “Obimbra” are singles released off the album already, with his latest “Obaa”, making some huge waves on air and on social media with over hundred thousand views on YouTube already within weeks of release. Watch “Obaa” here:

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3NITY – Epixode’s sophomore album is officially out!

Antoine Mensah — Sun, 29 Apr 2018 10:31:52 +0000

After weeks of major anticipation, Epixode’s new album is finally out! If you’re a fan of Epixode, you’ll hear his love for reggae, dancehall and afrobeats all over the album.

‘3nity’, his 2nd studio album, is a mix of 3 genres on 21 tracks. With this album, you get to experience a new side of Epixode’s music. 3NITY’s production features a list newbies like Craig Bone, Angeo Pablo & Fizzi, as well as some of the OG’s like Ephraim, Dat Beat God & Mix Master Garzy.

The features on the album reflect his desire to cut across Africa with his music. He’s enlisted the likes of Tneeya (Cameroon), Young L (Nigeria), Ammara Brown (Zimbabwe) amongst his Ghanaian hit-makers like Stonebwoy, Medikal, Kwame Legacy & Kurl Songx. Two features to look out for are ‘Faith’ featuring Junior X of Jamaica, and Dear Mama where he features his own mother.

This album is evidently a new chapter for Epixode. One in which he seeks to tap into his love for different genres of music but at the same time cement his name in the books of Reggae & Dancehall.

Check out the album on aftown. It’s available for download on aftown.com & streaming on aftownmusic.com. Remember, whenever you sign up you get to stream a whole month for free. We’d love to hear what you think about the album, so do drop a comment, tweet or post when you get to it.

Download 3NITY by clicking here – https://bit.ly/2HLOylL