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.
Ghanaian music duo A4, also known as Everclean and Chilly, have returned with a new hit song called “SLOW DOWN.”
A4 is recognized as a successful music duo that has been active in the industry for a long time, delivering timeless tracks such as “Atemuda” featuring Bisa Kdei, “Hot Dog,” “My Baby” featuring C2C, and “Gye Wani” featuring Kweku Darlington.
In their latest release, they collaborate with Ghanaian Female Afro pop artist Adepa Broni.
Stream the song using the link provided below.
Ghanaian rising music producer, singer, songwriter, and artists manager known as NAY RIDDIMS, previously Prince Of Beatz, has released a new song titled ‘Gizella Tsasso’ for Awutu Senya West MP.
In a caption seen by Riddims Ghana, the hardworking producer, who also owns ‘The God Records’, celebrated after being contacted by the MP for a campaign song.
Here is what he wrote:
History has repeated itself.
The young business man stated – I am not a politician, I mean business.
I am a young growing business man… I shall work for any party… I shall promote the good works of any party because Ghana is mine as well, and as a good citizen, it’s my responsibility to support anyone with similar interests.
NAY (Nay Riddims) is a young music producer formerly known as Prince Of Beatz since 2016, and has recently signed a contract in 2024 with our Honorable Gizella Akushika Tetteh Agbotui – the Sitting Parliamentary Candidate for Awutu Senya District constituency. This is a huge achievement for The God Records Label.
At present, this is not his initial experience collaborating with a politician. He previously collaborated with Honorable Hannah Serwaa Tetteh in 2016.
During the year 2016, he competed with various artists and secured the contract.
He expressed, “I am a musician and a young entrepreneur striving to make a positive impact.” Music is like a spouse to me; I value it greatly. I intend to take this seriously.
Still, I respect the courage and braveness of our only Mother, our MP Hon Gizella Akushika Tetteh Agbotui.
Listen to the song below
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