ENTERTAINMENT

Migos: Takeoff shot dead in Houston

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2 years ago

11/01/2022

Lionel

Migos: Takeoff shot dead in Houston

According to TMZ, Takeoff, who was a rapper in the group Migos with Quavo and Offset, has passed away.

Around 2:30AM Houston time, the 28-year-old rapper, real name Kirshnik Khari Ball, was shot and killed while playing dice with Quavo at a Houston bowling alley.

Takeoff was pronounced dead at the scene. Two further visitors were shot on the property and sent to the hospital. Quavo escaped injury.

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Friends and admirers of the late rapper paid tribute to him on Twitter. Boxer Chris Eubank Jr. stated, “I remember Takeoff being a very down to earth, cool man. I can’t believe I have to repeat this, but something needs to happen in the industry since another young black celebrity was murdered without cause.

In 1994, Takeoff was conceived in Lawrenceville, Georgia. In 2008, he started rapping alongside Quavo and Offset, who were his uncle and cousin, as the group Polo Club. The group’s debut mixtape as Migos, Juug Season, was released in 2011.

Versace, the group Migos’ first widely popular track, was released in 2013. Known for popularizing the triplet flow—Migos’ trademark rapid-fire cadence—in modern rap, the song was later remixed by Toronto rapper Drake, who would later develop a close friendship with all three group members.

Migos are best known for their 2016 Lil Uzi Vert collaboration Bad and Boujee, which peaked at No 1 in the US, as well as top 10 hits MotorSport, with Nicki Minaj and Cardi B, and Walk It Talk It, with Drake. As a solo artist, Takeoff released one album – 2018’s The Last Rocket, which debuted at No 4 in the US – and one collaborative record, last month’s Only Built for Infinity Links, with Quavo.

ENTERTAINMENT

Tillie Gya Defends Shatta Wale, Slams Stonebwoy Fans for Mockery

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2 days ago

01/02/2025

Lionel

Ghanaian Reggae Dancehall artist, Tillie Gya, has come to the defense of Shatta Wale following his performance at Vybz Kartel’s Freedom concert. While some fans, particularly those of Stonebwoy, have been mocking Shatta Wale’s performance, Tillie Gya believes this is uncalled for. According to him, Shatta Wale’s inclusion in the concert is a big win for Ghana and Africa, and should be celebrated.

Tillie Gya took to social media to express his disappointment at the behavior of some Stonebwoy fans. He believes that fan bases in Ghana should know when to celebrate and when to compete. Instead of mocking Shatta Wale, fans should be proud of his achievement and the fact that he is putting Ghana on the map.

The debate highlights the intense rivalry between Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, two of Ghana’s biggest Reggae Dancehall artists. However, Tillie Gya’s comments serve as a reminder that there is room for all artists to shine and make Ghana proud. By celebrating each other’s successes, Ghanaian artists can work together to take the music industry to the next level.

Tillie Gya’s defense of Shatta Wale has sparked a conversation about the need for unity and support among Ghanaian artists and their fans. As the music industry continues to grow, it is essential for fans to recognize and celebrate the achievements of all artists, regardless of their affiliations or rivalries.

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“A year of excellence” Joe Kole Outshines All in 2024

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3 days ago

01/01/2025

Faya Ghonpoint

In the current ghanaian music space, it will be unfair to give all credit to artists without acknowledging the efforts of music producers.

One producer whom we can not turn a blind eye to his recent works is Wodzrah George, widely known as Joe Kole. From the days of Flowking Stone through to the era of King Paluta and Amerado.

The champion music producer, Joe Kole, has proven to be a timeless producer; recently being behind 80% of hit songs in ghana and being a core influence in the rise of kumerican music vibe.