ENTERTAINMENT

“Most Ghanaian Producers Make Fake Amapiano Beats” – Music Critic Opines

Published

2 years ago

05/31/2022

Lionel

Music Analyst and critic, Lionel has stated that most Ghanaian music producers make just anything and call it ‘Amapiano’. Speaking on Adom 106.3 FM’s Entertainment Hall with Obidombie Adu Kumi, Lionel explained that this has been so because most of these producers do not research excessively on different genres of music before experimenting them.

He furthered his claim by giving out the background of the Amapiano genre and specifications needed to call a song one.

The genre he said came from South Africa, and it dates back to 2005. It evolved from the traditional Kwaito music, through to Gqom, House and Barcadi music genres. The term ‘Amapiano’ is a Zulu word which means “The Pianos”, is mostly characterized by a one chord progression of a piano, coupled with synths, whistle sounds, airy pads and wild percussive basslines. The contemporary Amapiano genre is heavily armed by banging log drums and high or loud snares which was first introduced into the genre by Mdu/TRP, a South African producer.

The music analyst suggested that it will be worthwhile if Ghanaian producers use the traditional elements (tempo, instruments, drum patterns) in South African Amapiano (which is it’s original form) to the latter before they term their songs as a form of the genre. Either way is a distortion of the genre, and that they should desist from it. ”Better still they should find new names to call their fond hybrids”, he ended.

Watch snippets of his lecture on the show below.

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.