ENTERTAINMENT

“I Feel Fulfilled That Afro Gospel Is Fast Gaining Roots In Ghana” – Joseph Matthew Asserts

Published

2 years ago

01/05/2023

Lionel

For so long a time, the Ghanaian Gospel institute was retarded in growth in event of the international front. The standardized format for Gospel music in Ghana was stagnant for a donkeys years.

The face lift started gradually from the contemporary gospel crooners like Cwesi Oteng, Sonnie Badu, Joe Mettle, Diana Hamilton, et al. There was still room for further improvement because the gospel as according to Mark 15:16 expressed instructed christians to go through every nook and cranny to preach the word. It was therefore the duty of Gospel musicians to convert the word to the very end of the streets in the language they understood best.

Joseph Matthew the ideator of Afro Gospel music in Ghana saw the vision from afar and moved the motion. Although there were criticism against the novel genre, Joseph Matthew pushed it the more further.

His songs like Hallelujah, My Story, Nyame Ye, etc has domineered most Gospel cultures outside Ghana but was finding it difficult to gain roots in Ghana because most thought the genre was cumbersome. Then his songs like, “Not Alone”, “The Name” started gaining roots in the Gospel circles in Ghana because the broad genre “Afro” was fast gaining roots in all music spheres around the world. What actually broke the camel’s back for the total acceptance of the “Afro Gospel” genre was his latest song, “Blessed” close to a year ago. The song climbed music charts both on radio and TV in Ghana. The masses on the streets and in churches also trumpeted the jam excessively. It was no doubt that the genre was now fully functional and Ghanaians were in tune with it.

Then dropped new crop of Gospel artistes like Evans Scott, who had a smashing Afro Gospel hit song titled “Mapeke” last year, Kneeded, Lucky Ekeh, Kingzkid, Fresh Joy Music and a host of other young upcomings who have adopted the genre and making good use of it.

This year’s FootPrint TV’s Celebrity Hangout Party saw ace Gospel musicians appreciating the new crop of Gospel musicians who specialize in urban gospel and the novel genre “Afro Gospel”.

In an interview with Joseph Matthew on what his thoughts were about the rise of the new genre which he played a key part of, he disclosed that he was overwhelmingly excited and that he feels fulfilled that at last the Ghanaian Gospel industry is in tune with the new genre. He also prayed them to support them the younglings who have made it a point in their career to do new things to help push the gospel of Jesus Christ to the ends of the earth.

Check out Joseph Matthew’s “Blessed” from below.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Queen J Achieves Academic Excellence In Denmark

Published

2 months ago

06/04/2024

Lionel

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)

Published

2 months ago

06/01/2024

Lionel

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.