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.
In the dynamic realm of Afrobeats, a bright rising star shines, captivating audiences with her captivating rhythms and captivating melodies.
Baba Wiper (real name Majem Oluwasegun Rabiu) is a talented Nigerian-born, Ghana-based musician who has made a huge impact on the music industry.
His passion for music was sparked by his parents’ love for reggae, calypso, gospel and African music.
He started singing in church at an early age, honing his technique and developing his talent.
After completing his science studies at Nigeria’s prestigious University of Ilorin, Baba His Wiper began his musical journey and released his debut project ‘Gbafun’ in 2023. This groundbreaking song combined traditional African rhythms with modern Afrobeats, showcasing his unique sound and style inspired by the legendary Fela Kuti.
With two successful projects under his belt and another highly anticipated single on the horizon, Baba Wiper is ready to take the music world by storm.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Talented Songwriter and Singer ‘Pencil’ To Unveils His First Stunning New EP ‘Metamorphosis’
Pencil ,the talented artist specializing in Reggae/ Dancehall and Hip-hop, has recently released cover art and promotional flyer for his highly anticipated EP titled ‘Metamorphosis ‘. With a diverse musical background and captivating vocal abilities, Pencil has quickly become a standout artist globally.
Originally from St. Thomas Jamaica, based in Canada and signed to Dreammakers Entertainment Inc. Pencil has always maintained a deep connection to his roots, spending significant time in both countries throughout the past decade. This unique blend of cultural influences is evident in his music, resulting in a refreshing and vibrant sound.
Through his latest EP, ‘Metamorphosis’, Pencil once again demonstrates his versatility as an artist. The EP showcases his ability to effortlessly blend different lyrics, resulting in a unique sound that is a true reflection of his multicultural background. From Reggae/Dancahall to Hip-hop flow, Each song on the EP highlights Pencil’s creativity, powerful storytelling, and undeniable talent.
As Pencil continues to make waves across Canada, Europe, America, Jamaica, Africa, in fact across the world, it is clear that he is a rising star to keep an eye on.
Metamorphosis EP by Pencil will be available on the Digital Streaming Platforms on 23rd of May , 2024
A Flyer for Promotional Tour and EP Release Party is available below
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