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Review: Top 6 Showbiz Stories That Trended In 2023
The year 2023 has been a year of so many happenings so far as Showbiz is concerned. Different stories popped in day by day but the ones below garnered much talkability around them in most media fora for days on end. Let’s recap them.
- Yvonne Nelson Features Sarkodie In “I Am Not Yvonne Nelson”. Sarkodie Replies With Try Me”.
Ghanaians were super wowed when actress, Yvonne Nelson mentioned Sarkodie as one she had an abortion for in her autobiography, “I am not Yvonne Nelson”. Sarkodie being angered by the mention, put his thoughts in a song to bring his side of the story with extra shades. In fact, this story did massive numbers and bloggers had a field day exploiting it.
- Afua Asantewaa Aduonum Sings For 126 hours to break Guinness Book of Records.
Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, a Ghanaian media personnel, beauty queen and philanthropist entered the Guinness Book of Records competition seeking to break a world record of continuous singing for 105 hours. The pre event came with its own drama on end. The event saw almost all celebrities from the country, trooping in to support Afua. Not only that but an appreciable number of people visited to throw in their support as well. After doing 126 hours, Afua wrapped it up and congratulated audience. This event was indeed one of the few that got the whole populace following till the very end.
- Shatta Wale Cancels Wolverhampton Concert.
Shatta Wale was in London for Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK which he won the artiste of the year eventually. He had another scheduled event in Wolverhampton but it was cancelled by his management because they believe the organizers couldn’t meet his luxurious demands.
- Stonebwoy And Shatta Wale Fights For Stadium For Christmas Concert.
Early December comes with preparations towards events by artistes because it is during these festivities that they rack in the cash. Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy both had interest in hosting a concert at the stadium but Stonebwoy won at the end of the day. Shatta Wale then came to dirty him on the web.
- Shatana Exposes Alleged Prostitution Outside Bishop Obinim’s Church.
Philanthropist and music songstress, Shatana exposed a couple of alleged night workers who plied their trade in front of Bishop Obinim’s Church. The story which trended for days and got Bishop Obinim responding to it. He dared Shatana to indeed prove her story was legit and she released a follow up video that showed the supposed prostitutes asserting that they rent and live in Bishop Obinim’s apartments which was just opposite his church, and served as a brothel. Hence, it gave them some sort of license to ply their trade in front of a church. This story stayed in the trends for days unending.
- “It’s Only A Fool Who Refuses To Take Care Of His Mother” –Shatana Jabs Shatta Wale
This story came in early November and caught the attention of many netizens for days. Songstress Shatana was seen in a video shading a popular artiste for not taking care of his mother although he is spending and living lavishly. Many were the comments online that attributed the shade to the dancehall king, Shatta Wale because his mother went on interviews lamenting how deplorable her state was and how she has received no help from his son.
These are the six most trending stories that made it for us in the year 2023. Stay tuned for more.
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:
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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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