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This might be the last write up I'll do on the VGMAs. Undoubtedly the biggest Award scheme in Ghana which we all subscribe to annually yet we cannot overlook its deficiencies that's is causing its kwashiokor and beri beri. These diseases occur due to lack of some vitamins needed for proper and healthy growth of the Scheme. One major deficiency is not having the biggest Artist and his biggest songs nominated. They might have had issues in the past to the extent of going to court and calling some MISCREANTS but the fact still remains that the Award scheme without huge songs like ON GOD & JJC makes it Malnourished. Second key deficiency is the fact that we as a Country is known for the HIGHLIFE genre yet the Highlife Category is the weakest among all. Most of the Artist who have their songs there are not even Highlife Artist infact some are Dancehall and Hiphop Artist. The real Highlife MUSICIAN are NOT there. The biggest and most intriguing name conspicuously missing out ther...

 Mr. Bernard Brown, CEO of Black Tribe Studios https://instagram.com/iambernardbrown?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  and initiative director of Tema Black Arts Festival  https://www.facebook.com/basfestafrica?mibextid=ZbWKwL on his Facebook listed extremely interesting places in Tema back in the 90's and the early 2000's which caught the smiles of people whom have had experiences in these areas he has listed below. If you grew up or ever lived in Tema in the late 90’s and early 2000’s, you would have heard or visited some of these top hangouts in town back then. These are in no particular order of importance.  1. GRAND SPOT This was one of the go-to places for folks who love to relax to some bottles and music after the day’s hard work  work. The place was so popular that a bus stop was named after it by the people. Just pick a taxi or board trotro and say you you would alight at Grand Spot and you wouldn’t get lost.  In this enclave were also Club Felissa, Ewiase and...

Carrying forward his own legacy of awe-inspiring DJ events, the legendary Ghanaian record producer and DJ, Merqury Quaye delivered yet another sumptuous historic event, Ghana’s first 100% DJ concert dubbed “Merqury Quaye Live”, at the Laboma Beach, Accra on March 5.  Having graced the onset of 2023 from the same venue on new year’s day, The Ultimate Entertainer of the year award winner is going through one of the best stints of his career lately and doesn’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. Following the announcement of his first headlined show, Merqury Quaye Live, the streets of Accra got engulfed with billboards, floats and median signs, whipping up excitement towards Ghana’ first 100% DJ concert set for March 5. Featuring a perfect blend of evergreen dance-pop classics and rave sounds, Merqury Quaye served attendees with a fair taste of progressive house and techno, making his set an ideal option for lovers of all genres.  Having made critical contributions towards the evo...

The current Music Manager of King Promise and Darko Vybz Bright Addsion Porpularly known as KillBeatz (Nsenku), this past few weeks lost his most admirable mother known Mrs. Agnes Addison who stayed at Community One Site 15, Tema. Aboradze Abusua Panin Kojo Cann, Regent Yaw Yeboah, Opanin Yaw Akumany,  Opanin Kwabena Ahinfol, Opanin Kojo Attaala, Opanin Kwame Appiah, Opanin  Kofi Badzena, Opanin Paul Addison, Opanin KwameAkyere, Obaapanin Victoria  Cann, Obaapanin Adjafere, Obaapanin Theodora Cann, Obaapanin Cecilia Cann, Obaapanin Ama Panying, Obaapanin Ama Kakra, Obaapanin Ama Anuah,  Obaapanin Abrewa Ayamfua,Obaapanin Esi Ayaawa, Obaapanin Efua Esuoan,  the entire Addison and Cobinah Family of Abrora Dunkwa announce the  death of their beloved : Mrs. Agnes Addison ( Agnes Cobbinah also known as Aba Amosua. Special Invites All Friends and Sympathizers  to their Late Mothers Funeral. Funeral Arrangements Are As Follows: Laying In State : Her Residence...

Tema West CPP Candidate Mr Solomon Kwesi Amponsah  who gave Mr Carlos Ahenkrah the NPP Candidate a run for his money in the 2020 elections has resigned from his Party. In a statement spotted on his Facebook page Mr Amponsah made it clear that he has resigned from the party and that he has a life to live. ScriptoriumArts.com is yet to find out the main reason for his resignation but as it stands now Mr Amponsah has left the CPP party and we can only wish him well in his future endeavour. We'll keep a close eye on his next move and inform our readers as soon as any political move is made. Below is a screenshot from his page.

Manille Foods a restaurant in Tema, successfully held a Vals Night Event to Celebrate Couples and its Customers. The event which saw performances from Talented Artist like Big Joe Chante, Pzeefire, Spcghst, S3kyerewaa and Kids from the Musigarten School started at 7pm and ended at 11pm as scheduled. Pzeefire Spcghst Musigarten Big Joe Chante S3kyerewaa The special Guest for the Night were 3 winners of the Ahotor FM Be My Valentine Competition who enjoyed some specials from the Manille Menu. The MC for the Night MC LilBeatz and the DJ for the Night DJ Mirror Thrilled audience to some great Mixes and Vibes. McLilBeatz DJ Mirrow Patrons were overwhelmed by the program and wished it had extended a little bit but were promised more Gigs in the calendar year. The CEO for Manille Mr Agyepong thanked attendees and the Major sponsors Tale Beer, Ahotor92.3fm, Musigarten and promised to announce the next gig as soon as possible. Below is excerpts from the event. https://youtu.be/Z55Bs5aenw8

  Talented Ghanaian musician Kwadwo Ntim Mensah, well known as Big Joe Chante in the entertainment industry, has officially released another love song titled Twe Ben Mi to delight music fans and his supporters. Twe Ben Mi, which means “Come Close to Me” in its direct translation, is a highlife song with afrobeat rhythm and beat. The song, which has not yet been played on radio or on social media, contains heartwarming lyrics. It talks about how partners should appreciate each other in a relationship and no matter what happens their love for each other must be greater than any problems they will encounter. The Highlife Afrobeat Act who wants to be counted among the talented acts in the showbiz scene in the coming years, says his objective is to make an impact on the local as well as international music markets. With a number of hit singles to his credit, Big Joe Chante has carved a niche for himself with his fanbase growing from strength to strength as the days go by. The unique thi...