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Artiste Profile: Get To Know Versatile SA And Lesotho Based Artiste, Sensi Ranking
Sensi Ranking is a multi talented artiste who hails from Lesotho but resides in South Africa. Christened, Motebang David Mongake, Sensi Ranking was born in the 28th of October, 1985 in New Europa Maseru, Lesotho.
Sensi had his basic education at Mejametalana Primary School based in Khubetswana, Berea district. He furthered to the secondary school at Maseru Private Academy. In 2008 to 2010, he studied at the School of Arts in Bloemfontein Creare Training Centre and learnt Music Education Formula 1, music composition, song writing, dance, drama, percussion and vocals level 4. All this while, the art of music was fiercely brooding in him.
He then started his music right from the school of Arts. He chose Reggae and Dancehall as a genre to embark on, which was inspired by the lifestyle he got exposed to in Youville South Africa, where he found a mentor called Mr. Gabriel Brown, a.k.a Elder Blue, from Claredon, Jamaica. He conscientized him with Jamaican Patwah and lifestyle, also with Reggae and Dancehall culture. He started performing in different clubs in Johannesburg, mainly The House of Tandoor. He also performed at various African Storm Sound System Thursday reggae sessions at Baseline, Newtown Johannesburg.
Sensi Ranking went back to Lesotho for a short period, where he embarked on an acting joilurney. He was one of the actors on Lesotho and DSTV’s Moja Love’s “Our Times” soap. After a while, he joined a reggae musical group named RaggaVybz. They were a group of 7 members namely, Chere Selectah Cheh Mongangane, Don Guru Banton, Selectah Biggz, AP General, Mellow Apocalypse, Selectah Talisman and himself. They performed at different festivals hosted by different genres, highlights. One of the most memorable of them was The “All-White Party” which they performed alongside the Jamaican Sizzla Kalonji at the “Summer Mashup”, And Powertainment Africa Unite festivals.
In 2019, Sensi competed in Vodacom Step Up Music Competition and was among the Top 5 contestants. He also performed at the AUSC Region 2020 Africa Olympics closing ceremony held in Lesotho’s National Stadium in 2021.
Sensi Ranking now working with Powertainment Reggae Sound officially owned by Mr Matla-a-Morena Lethunya also known as Don Power, Rudebwoy Shuffla.
He was first spotted by Powertainment at the Africa Unite Festival held in Leribe in 2016 where RaggaVybz was invited to perform. He then began performing as a solo Artiste at Powertainment’s shows both in Lesotho and South Africa under Powertainment Reggae Sound and Bantu Media umbrella. He performed at the African Unite Festival in Rustenburg CBD, Ben Marais Hall and opened the stage for the well-known Malawian superstar Gemini Major and Zimbabwean reggae artist Winky D.
He has also performed alongside big Jamaican names like Mega Banton and Turbulence who were hosted by Powertainment in Lesotho. My debut single dubbed “Jeanett” was released by Powertainment in January 2022. He establishes that one of his best performances was in Rustenburg performing alongside Jamaican female artist Macka Diamond and Chivia from the US. Also he opines that one of his best moments with Powertainment was at the 11th Annual Reggae Sumfest where he performed alongside the SAMAs award winner, The Dancehall Wakanda popularly known as Bongo Riot.
The versatile artiste is also a philanthropist. He has started his own foundation, “Rankin Nation” which seeks to provide basic learning materials like shoes, socks, books, writing wares, uniforms, etc for young children in South Africa and Lesotho.
Sensi Ranking has released a brand new album he dubs, “Afro Raggumaffin King” on the 5th of May, 2023.
Checkout Sensi Ranking’s new album, “Afro Raggumaffin” from below;
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In a dazzling display of musical prowess, celebrated UK-based Ghanaian Afrocentric musician Joseph Matthew stole the show at this year’s Tema Praise Street Concert.
The annual event, held on Boxing Day at the TDC Towers Forecourt in Tema, brought together thousands of music enthusiasts who were treated to a night of unforgettable performances.
Joseph Matthew’s dynamic set was the highlight of the evening, as he delivered a captivating rendition of his popular hits, including ‘Blessed’, ‘The Name’, ‘Nyame Ye’, and his latest chart-topping single ‘Fear No Evil’.
The crowd was visibly entranced by the award-winning Afrocentric artiste’s performance, singing along to his infectious melodies, dancing to the oscillating rhythms, and erupting in cheers as he showcased his impressive vocal range and instrumental skills.
The audience was wowed by Joseph Matthew’s energy, passion, and charisma, which were on full display throughout his performance. His ability to seamlessly blend traditional Ghanaian rhythms with modern Afrocentric beats had the crowd mesmerized, creating an electric atmosphere that was palpable throughout the venue.
Other notable performances on the night came from Team Eternity and Cwesi Oteng, who also delivered impressive sets that got the crowd moving. However, it was Joseph Matthew’s show-stopping performance that left a lasting impression on the audience, cementing his reputation as one of the most exciting and talented Afrocentric musicians on the scene today.
Watch Joseph Matthew’s thrilling performance from the Tema Praise Street Concert below:
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:
Unforgettable Night: Joseph Matthew Dazzles at Tema Praise Street Concert
Shatta Wale Exposes King Ayisoba Over False Claim On Hammer Time Show
Joseph Matthew Unveils Electrifying Live Rendition of “The Name” with Groove House Studio
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Unforgettable Night: Joseph Matthew Dazzles at Tema Praise Street Concert
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