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Artiste Profile: Meet Yayra Monroe, The New Afrobeat/Afro-dancehall Songstress Who Is Already Taking Over

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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 anAll 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:

Twitteryayramonroe

Instagramyayramonroe

Facebook: yayramusik

YouTubeiampurplemusik

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Kofi Mante drops highly anticipated music video for ‘Bad Boy’ featuring Bisa Kdei

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Ghanaian musical artist Kofi Mante has officially unveiled the music video for his acclaimed single, “Bad Boy,” in collaboration with the esteemed artist Bisa Kdei, a recipient of several awards.

“Bad Boy,” a musical piece performed by Kofi Mante and Bisa Kdei, both of whom are renowned for their profound lyricism and exceptional vocal abilities, provides a commentary on the vicissitudes of everyday existence and the strategies one must employ to navigate the complexities of life.

With its captivating harmonies and compelling rhythm, the composition has established itself as an anthem, securing its inclusion on music playlists both in Ghana and across the globe.

The music video, directed by the illustrious filmmaker Gordon Appiah, adeptly visualizes the narrative of “Bad Boy” through a dramatic and artistically refined lens.

The events depicted in this short film facilitate a deeper comprehension and appreciation of the song’s underlying theme due to its relatability.

Possessing an abundance of untapped potential, Kofi Mante’s “Bad Boy” represents merely the initial offering to the global audience.

Watch the official video for “Bad Boy”

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Kwaw Kese, Bisa Kdei Shuts Down “Highlife Meets Hiplife” Independence Concert In Minnesota

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Lionized and most revered events hub, Shutdown Franchise has again sold out three shows in a roll in Minnesota in the celebrations of Ghana’s 67th Independence Anniversary.

The shows which commenced on Friday 8th, March, 2024, ended on Sunday 10th March, 2024. The events were in line to mark the 67th Independence Day celebrations of Ghanaians in Minnesota, and in the States at large.

The Goal of the celebrations was geared towards reliving and reminiscing on the art forms, especially music, which we had back in the days up until recently.

The first show, “Ye Wo Abonten”, to wit, “We Outside” which was on the 8th, happened at Rumba, Minneapolis – Minnesota. Although gates were to be opened at 9pm, patrons were waiting in a queue by 8pm, clad in their favorite Ghanaian regalias and flags.

DJ Lyriks, DJ Peaceboii and DJ Soundtainer treated all present to unlimited quality Ghanaian music from before till recent. KMJ, Patrick, Ogkoko and Mr. Mankato kept the party flaming till the very end.

The second Day, 9th March is when the main concert took off. The event happened at the Granada Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Labeled “Highlife Meets Hiplife”, the event had “Bisa Kdei” for the Highlife stance, and “Kwaw Kese” on the Hiplife ticket. Other artistes on bill were, H.Hardy, Raouf Denio, Fenom Vibez, Twin Cities Dance Crew, et al. The fire that rained on stage this day will forever leave indelible trail of emotions on guests, as the name Ghana was lifted up high in Minnesota.

The closing show, “Ye Wo Krom” which happened on Sunday, 10th March, was a straight jam party vibe that saw DJs; DJ Eazy E, DJ Oceeking, DJ Famous and DJ Lyriks treating attenders with the very best of authentic and unadulterated Ghanaian music.

The events became well liked to the extent that the state of Minnesota joined up in the celebrations, and its Governor, Tim Walz proclaimed the weekend as “Ghana’s Heritage Weekend”.

All videos and pictures sprouting from the events really attest that they were indeed the best or part of the best Ghanaian Diasporan events to have happened this year.

Checkout some videos from the events from below.

 

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