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Artiste Profile: Meet Yayra Monroe, The New Afrobeat/Afro-dancehall Songstress Who Is Already Taking Over
Yayra Monroe is a female Afrobeat and afro-dancehall artiste who hails from Volta Region, in Ghana. She attended Arcbishop Porter Girls in Takoradi, western region, Ghana.
Since infancy, Yayra has been an ardent music lover and sang in her church. She began her music officially after she went on a freestyle segment on TV called ‘DJ Black Cypher’ and also her involvement in an ‘All Girls Cypher’ got her journey started. She dropped her debut single titled ‘Harder’ which got her massive media appeal in 2014.
When Yayra Monroe was almost getting all the attention in the industry, she put her music career on hold to pursue her second dream of advancing her drawing skill so she furthered her education at Central University and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture. While practising, she continued to pursue her music dream and dropped singles like ‘Pukka’, ‘Shakabumbum’ and ‘BossyGal‘.
Her latest single up for grabs is ‘Lavida Loca’ which is fast gaining roots in the world of Afrobeat in Ghana, and the world as a whole.
She is a versatile artist who raps and sings but Afrobeat and Afro-dancehall are her majors in terms of music genre. She is currently working on an EP titled #IamPurpleEP with her management team RemTru Entertainment dropping in October which happens to be her birthday month.
Follow Yayra Monroe via the following social media fora:
Twitter: yayramonroe
Instagram: yayramonroe
Facebook: yayramusik
YouTube: iampurplemusik
ENTERTAINMENT
EXPOSÉ: Shatta Wale Sets the Record Straight, Debunks King Ayisoba’s Claim
A shocking revelation has sent shockwaves through Ghana’s music industry, as dancehall icon Shatta Wale has come forward to dispute a claim made by legendary musician King Ayisoba. The controversy surrounds the circumstances under which Shatta Wale, then known as Bandana, met the late Terry Bonchaka, a Ghanaian music legend.
Terry Bonchaka’s legacy continues to inspire and influence a new generation of Ghanaian musicians. His impact on the music scene was immense, and his friendships with emerging artists like Shatta Wale, King Ayisoba, and Kay Smooth are well-documented. However, a recent interview with King Ayisoba on Hammer Time has sparked a heated debate about how the three met.
In the interview, King Ayisoba made the astonishing claim that he and another artist, Biblicman, were responsible for introducing Shatta Wale to Terry Bonchaka. This assertion has been met with skepticism by many, and Shatta Wale has now come forward to set the record straight.
In a separate interview on “Time With Hammer”, Shatta Wale provided a detailed account of how he met Terry Bonchaka. Contrary to King Ayisoba’s claim, Shatta Wale revealed that it was Terry who rather introduced himself and Ayisoba to each other. This testimony is corroborated by Kay Smooth himself, who shared his version of events in a recent video.
In the video, Kay Smooth explained that he was friends with Terry Bonchaka and attended school with Shatta Wale. When Shatta Wale expressed his admiration for Terry’s style and requested an introduction, Kay Smooth facilitated the meeting. This account provides the final piece of the puzzle, confirming that King Ayisoba’s claim was indeed false.
The controversy surrounding King Ayisoba’s claim has sparked a lively debate about the importance of honesty and integrity in the music industry. Shatta Wale’s response and Kay Smooth’s corroborating account have provided clarity on the circumstances surrounding their meeting with Terry Bonchaka.
As the music community continues to evolve, it is essential that we prioritize truth and accuracy in our narratives.
Watch the videos from all three accounts below:
ENTERTAINMENT
Taabea GMA UK 24 Awards: Joseph Matthew Honored as “UK Based Highlife Artist Of The Year”
Afrogospel sensation Joseph Matthew has been honored with the esteemed “UK Based Highlife Artiste of The Year” award at the recently concluded Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK 2024.
This notable achievement is a testament to Joseph Matthew’s innovative approach to music, which seamlessly blends gospel messages with diverse genres, including highlife.
Joseph Matthew is a renowned Afrogospel artist celebrated for his versatility and musical ingenuity. His unique sound, which effortlessly blends different genres, has resonated with audiences worldwide.
With his award-winning song “Promise Land”, Joseph Matthew has demonstrated his ability to merge highlife with other genres, producing a captivating sound that has dominated the airwaves in Ghana and gained significant international traction.
Under the year of review, “Promise Land” made a profound impact on the music scene, leaving an indelible mark on listeners worldwide. The song’s reach and influence made it a clear frontrunner for the “UK Based Highlife Artiste of The Year” award.
Joseph Matthew is proud to announce the release of his latest single, “Fear No Evil”. This highly anticipated track is already making waves across all music outlets, delivering the same level of musical excellence and spiritual depth that fans have come to expect from the talented Afrogospel artist.
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