ENTERTAINMENT
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
Bnoskka Urges Shatta Wale to Embrace His High Life Music Roots by Rebranding
Bnoskka analyzed the Shatta Wale concert in Jamaica with Vybz Kartel. It was a sunny evening in Kingston, Jamaica, as the crowd gathered at the famous Sabina Park stadium, eagerly awaiting the highly anticipated concert featuring Ghana’s dancehall king, Shatta Wale.
Sharing the stage with him was the talented Vybz Kartel, a Jamaican reggae artist known for his soulful voice and energetic performances. As the lights dimmed, Shatta Wale burst onto the stage, his signature energetic vibe electrifying the crowd. With his trademark braids flying, he launched into his hit song “Ayoo,” sending the audience into a frenzy. Vibe Catel joined him on stage, and together they delivered a thrilling performance, blending their unique styles to create an unforgettable experience.
Back in Ghana, Bnoskka, a respected music industry expert, and a lecturer at the University of Education, Winneba also the CEO of PMAGHANA Foundation watched the concert unfold on social media, beaming with pride. “Shatta Wale has come a long way,” he thought to himself. “It’s about time he starts branding himself as a highlife artist.” Bnoskka believed that Shatta Wale’s unique sound, which blended elements of dancehall, reggae, and traditional Ghanaian highlife, was a perfect representation of the genre.
By embracing his highlife roots, Shatta Wale could not only revitalize the genre but also inspire a new generation of young artists to explore their cultural heritage.
Bnoskka shared his thoughts during an interview on Adom 106.3FM’s popular show, hosted by Mike 2, on Saturday, January 4, 2025. “It’s time for Shatta Wale to take ownership of his highlife sound and use his platform to promote Ghanaian music globally,” Bnoskka exclaimed. “He has the talent, the charisma, and the fan base to make it happen. By doing so, he’ll not only cement his legacy as a music icon but also pave the way for future generations of Ghanaian artists.”
As Shatta Wale and Vybz Kartel brought their electrifying performance to a close, the crowd roared with applause, already eagerly anticipating their next collaboration.
Meanwhile, Bnoskka’s words echoed in the minds of music enthusiasts, sparking a renewed appreciation for Ghana’s rich musical heritage and the incredible talent of its artists.
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Tillie Gya Defends Shatta Wale, Slams Stonebwoy Fans for Mockery
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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