ENTERTAINMENT
Artiste Profile: Meet Bongo Riot, South African’s Most Prolific Reggae Dancehall Artiste
Multiple award winning and most vibrant reggae cum dancehall artiste, Bongo Riot, born Mphikeleli Zungu, took a bold step with his solo career channeling his love for music through a music genre that isn’t so popular in South Africa amongst the youth in comparison to House; Kwaito, Amapiano and Hip Hop.
However, with his leading single “Saka Leyena” receiving positive feedback in the form of radio plays, it has proven to be a step in the right direction for the innovative musician who is setting to embark on a country-wide tour to promote his upcoming album.
It would be an unfair assumption to state that Riot’s career started when he joined Gang Of Instrumentals, a musical group in South Africa. The truth is, that’s where we all got to know the kwaThema resident after his voice reverberated over Teargas’ “Champions”, a song that took South Africa by storm and put Riot on the map.
Crowned ”Mzansi’s Finest” after he won a Castle Lager Hip Hop competition that required him to battle Hip Hop performers around South Africa, Riot
boldly stood out with his Ragga/Reggae rhymes as a member of SAMA winning urban-pop group from Johannesburg, Gang Of Instrumentals, whose members included the songstress (Tumi) and
rapper Mandla N.
In the shedding of his dreadlocks, he emancipated himself and aptly dropped the “Bongo” from his stage name. Bongo Riot is the king of the Southern Africa Reggae Dancehall fraternity.
In the quest for independence and to further showcase his skills, Riot signed with TS Records with a licensing deal from EMI Music/CCP Records and released a 14-track album that kicks off with a nostalgic intro that flows into the second track – “Far Away Bride” and you will certainly know that you’re in for a treat with the Reggae/Ragga album. The bulk of the production is from the legendary Robbie Malinga as well as fellow stable mate at TS Records, Lungelo and also boasts a feature from Lungelo on “Life” and Zahara on a track called “Thetha Nami”. The album, which is suitably titled “I Am an African”, is a melting pot of Reggae/Ragga/Hip Hop and Afro-Soul sounds.
Bongo Riot is currently working with Bantu Media Productions and in 2019, he released a new album titled “Next Levels” His Music will be distributed through Powertainment Reggae Sound.
“Bongo Riot” aka Dancehall Wakanda, is one of the greatest South African vocalists who does not excel only in Dancehall/Reggae genres but also does House, Afrobeat, Amapiano and Pop.
Bongo Riot has won several awards during his career span, the most recent being Best Reggae Dancehall album at South African Music Awards, 2020/2021.
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Book Bongo Riot via email at [email protected] or via phone at +27739748317
ENTERTAINMENT
Wicked Queen J Achieves Academic Excellence In Denmark
Revered Ghanaian musician, Wicked Queen J, based in Denmark, has made a remarkable achievement in the academic realm, successfully completing her two-year program in Pharmaceutical and Psychology at ‘Sosuh’, one of Denmark’s most prestigious secondary education and vocational schools specializing in health sciences.
With flying colors, Wicked Queen J has demonstrated her intellectual prowess and dedication to excellence, excelling in a rigorous course that combined the in-depth study of pharmaceuticals, psychology, and related laws. Her comprehensive training encompasses managing and caring for mental health disorders, authorization law, psychopath law, sympathetic law, medical laws, and service laws, showcasing her unwavering commitment to making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.
As part of her professional development, Wicked Queen J will undertake a four-month service at the esteemed Psychological Institute Psychiatric Hospital, honing her skills and expertise before commencing full-time service at the same hospital, contributing to the nation’s healthcare sector.
Notably, despite her demanding academic schedule, Wicked Queen J continued to nurture her music career, releasing the chart-topping anthem “I Kill For 2” featuring Yaa Pono and Natty Lee, which remains a staple on radio and music outlets, showcasing her artistic versatility and talent.
To celebrate this milestone, Wicked Queen J’s hit single “I Kill For 2” is available below.
ENTERTAINMENT
Greatness Produtions To Premiere ‘TRAPPED’ On 13th July, 2024 At The CCB Auditorium (KNUST)
TRAPPED is a suspenseful thriller masterpiece based on the events of a true life story, that sheds light on love, betrayal, heartbreak and mystery. The narrative constitutes a married couple with 2 children, where in an event of infidelity the eruption of a myriad of occurrences stems from the other party. TRAPPED employs a psychological path that will keep you at the edge of your seat. You simply would not want to miss out on this piece.
The entire production, comprising pre-production through to post-production elapsed a total of 5 months, with 2 parts of the story to have been filmed some 2 months earlier. Then, the final part produced and pieced together later over a month, followed by a month more which was scheduled for location scouting, grants, and rehearsals.
Filming the final parts took 2 months in total, followed by 2 more months for editing (post-production). The entire production of TRAPPED took place in Kumasi with all locations considered.
TRAPPED is produced and directed by Kwabena Adubofour Agyei-Agyemang, popularly known as ‘Kobbyshots’. Casty Dampson served as the writer and co-director in tandem with Kwaku Edusei Acquah doubling as a script analyzer and an actor. Roland Nsiah Asare, otherwise known as Maxi Made, took charge of the sound department of the film.
Tickets & Premiere Date
TRAPPED will be premiered on the 13th of July, 2024 at the CCB Auditorium (KNUST), Kumasi. Official premiere tickets are currently on sale with an online ticketing platform as well.
Single ticket – 50GH
Double ticket – 80GH
Student – 40GH
Short code for buying tickets online is, *718*900#
To get your tickets kindly contact 0570409777/ 0504018454 /0542236420 /0544893237
Cast
Dr. Likee, Sis.Salo, Allo Maadjoa, Seven Kizs, Tubhanimuziq, Jessica Adu-Boahen(Awuraajay), Ebenezer Winnerman(Hefty), Tessy Lawson, Kwaku Edusei Acquah, Linda Nsiah(EPee), Curtis Osei Kuffour, Sani Enchill, Angelina Osei, Ophelia Osei(Madova), Lucky Mckell, Acheampong Sarkodie Frederick, Gideon Abire(Pages), Deltin Luscious Divine Asare-Bediako Jnr, Afrifa Smith Charles, and many more amazing characters gave their all to bring this story to light.
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