ENTERTAINMENT
Shutdown Franchise Pulls Mammoth Crowd With “Highlife Meets Hiplife” Independence Day Concert In Minnesota
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.
ENTERTAINMENT
Bush Girl Takes the Spotlight with Two Nominations in Central Entertainment and Business Awards 2024.
Bush Girl Takes the Spotlight with Two Nominations in Central Entertainment and Business Awards 2024.Ghana’s fast-rising star, Ciara Frimpong, popularly known as Bush Girl, is making waves in the music industry.
The talented artist, signed under Kingzy Entertainment, has bagged two prestigious nominations in this year’s Central Entertainment and Business Awards.
Bush Girl is nominated for Best Female Artist of the Year, a testament to her hard work and dedication to her craft.
Her hit song, Donkomi, has also been nominated for Song of the Year, proving her talent and versatility as an artist.
This double nomination is a significant milestone in Bush Girl’s career, solidifying her position as a force to be reckoned within the Ghanaian music scene.
Her unique style and energy have captured the hearts of fans, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this rising star.
Will Bush Girl take home the awards for Best Female Artist and Song of the Year?
You votes will tell, however, one thing is certain – she’s already won the hearts of many with her talent and passion.
Dial *800*714# and enter the nominee code which are CB121 and CB128 to vote for her to win the Female Artist Of The Year and ‘Donkomi’ to also win the Song Of The Year respectively.
You can also vote on www.castvotegh.com
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.
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