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4REAL RECORDS PREMIER JKL4REAL AND RAS KUUKU'S SURPRISE SINGLE#2016

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The rumors are true : #Jkl4real and #Ras kuuku  will release the much anticipated Single exclusively for their fans this Wednesday 27 January and 3rd February Respectively. It’s still a big deal if you’re not particularly a big fan of #JKL4Real or #Ras Kuuku. This is because #Ras Kuuku's hit single, "Nuff Gyals" will be premiering and also stream live on Yfmonline,com, Ghanaweb.com, Ghanandwom, Pluzz Fm online  and then hours later, the single will be released exclusively on 107.9 YFM with Trigmatic on the Mid-Morning Show as well as with Kwamebee on Kasapa Fm and Pluzz FM with Fiifi Selah. This is a masterful move by # 4Real Records that might make a lot of people consider switching to listening to songs of Artist  under #4real Records. First off, this single is going to be an absolute monster. Ras Kuuku is no stranger to sudden releases. His last surprise broke over 25 thousand streams in 3 days, beating his own record set in 2006 . That means 4Real Rec

Amnesty photographer Leila Alaoui killed in Burkina Faso al-Qaeda attack

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Working on assignment for Amnesty International, the celebrated photographer was fatally injured during an al-Qaeda attack on an international hotel in Ougadougou, Burkina Faso, on Friday. Leila Alaoui, the 33-year-old French-Moroccan photographer, died last night as a result of injuries sustained during Friday’s al-Qaeda terrorist attack in Burkina Faso, along with her driver, Mahamadi Ouédraogo, a father of four. Alaoui was working on assignment on women’s rights issues for Amnesty International. The human rights organisation and French culture and communications minister Fleur Pellerin both confirmed her death this morning. Talking to BJP this morning, Yves Traore, Director of Amnesty International Burkina Faso, paid tribute to them both. “Leila was an extraordinary young woman,” Traore said of Alaoui. “We wanted to work with her because of her talent, and her passion for helping women, girls and marginalised people tell their own stories and claim their rights. As a stro

This 9 Year Old’s Awesome Business Plan Will Inspire You

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It’s entirely possible we’re making business planning way too complicated. Don’t get me wrong —  business planning  is incredibly important, and you need to dedicate time and resources to making sure you’re ready to rock and roll on your launch date. But investors don’t want to see or hear a 20-minute pitch. They don’t want to read a 40-page business plan. And they don’t want to sit through any more than  10 PowerPoint slides . We know this, and yet when you’re super excited about your idea, you just want to tell the world! Often in painstaking detail. Resist the urge to overshare in your business plan. Get right to the heart of what it is that makes you different , and what’s going to make you successful. Get to the point of your plan. A young entrepreneur whose business plan hit Reddit recently did just that, and you have to admire her ability to cut right to the chase. Nine-year old Rylee’s mother found the business plan in her daughter’s backpack, as the story go

The 2016 Golden Movie Awards calls for entries

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NMJ Ghana and it’s African Partners of the Golden Movie Awards Africa is happy to announce to film makers, directors, producers  and film practitioners on the African continent that, nominations are open for consideration of awards for the 2016 Golden Movie Awards slated for May 2016. The awards which is one of the biggest events on the African event calendar seeks to honour outstanding achievements in the African television and film industry Our main goal is to award the best in the film industry, a way of contributing to African Film industry to make it a better one   and also to change the narrative of   the   African continent through films. ENTRY for this year opens on 14th of January, 2016 and ends on the 28th February, 2016. Two (2) DVD copies of the entry must come along with at least 2 production stills and a signed copy of the online submission form provided, the film was produced   but not necessarily released commercially between 1st January, 2015 to  31st Januar

2015 Kumawood Awards gets postponed for the second time!

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The annual Kumawood Akoben Film Festival Awards (KAFF) which was postponed to the 16th of January 2016, due to some reasons has been rescheduled to the 23rd of January 2016. The KAFF awards which is an awards scheme organized by Samdakus Initiatives in partnership with Adom TV of the Multimedia Group Ltd is to reward our local or Akan actors at the end of every year for the good work they do as they promote Ghana’s culture with their movies. Speaking on the Nkawkaw based radio station Obuoba 91.7 yesterday during their entertainment show,The president of the Awards scheme,Mr Samuel Darko(Samdakus) said he apologize for the delay or postponement of the Awards and that there are reasons for that. He further explained that the trophies which were suppose to have gone out to the deserving winners had a little problem with the inscriptions on them therefore arrangements for new trophies caused the delay of the show. Nevertheless, the delay in last year’s show which is coming off this y

Stonebwoy and Dex Kwasi get listed for 2016 SXSW Music Festival in USA

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Kwasi who are expected to partake in the SXSW Music Festival scheduled from March 11th – 20th, 2016. The festival is to be held in Austin, Texas. Dex was born in Dallas, TX to parents of Ghanaian descent. At age 6 his parents decided to move home to Ghana, where they took their young son and opened him up to a whole new world in Africa. Some years later he moved back to the US, to the south side of Chicago, and then later to Oklahoma City, four radically difference places – all of which helped Dex gain his open perspective, and hone his lyrical abilities. Stonebwoy was born in Ghana and has over the years risen through the ranks to be ranked one of the best on the African continent. From being crowned the artist of the year at the Ghana Music Awards to winning the BET for Best International Act. He has performed with several renowned artists including Moragn Heritage Other artists are expected to be announced soon. South by Southwest (SXSW) is an annual set of film, interac

M.I speaks on Ice Prince defending his girlfriend despite all cheating allegations

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  Yesterday, Ice Prince , his girlfriend Maima and a man named Akin have been trending on social media.Infact, they still trending today. This happened after kweku vibes realized Maima and Akin virtually took photos in the same places and posted on their social media accounts.. Ice Prince’s attention was called to the photos and rumours of her cheating on him with the said Akin,a married man flooded the internet . Then, Ice Prince did what many consider ‘unthinkable” coming from a man.He defended his girl,and blasted the married Akin for trying to break them up.He even said his girl was faithful to him and he would write a song for her .. Well, many have called him names.Weak, jazzed,a fool for love ..etc but M.I who is not just a friend but the head of Chocolate City has waded in on the issue ,saying he understands why Ice Prince did it.. Read below !

'I bought the Toyota Tundra before my manager’s death’

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Legendary highlife musician, Abrantie Amakye Dede, has denied media reports that he bought his new Toyota Tundra with customised number plate (Yesu Nti) after the death of his manager Isaac Yeboah. Iron Boy, as he’s affectionately called, told BEATWAVES in an interview yesterday that he bought the Toyota Tundra some months back and it was parked in his house until he decided to register it in January. Abrantie Amakye Dede, who is still recuperating from an accident that claimed the life of his manager, disclosed that “I bought the vehicle some months ago. I am surprised that a section of the media is speculating that I bought the vehicle after the death of my manager. I only registered the vehicle this year.” He advised the media and Ghanaians to desist from acts that seek to undermine the credibility of innocent people, adding that his doors are open to journalists who want to interview him about the accident, among others.

CNN features Ghanaian Artist for portraying top celebs in African wear

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For New York-based Ghanaian artist Dennis Owusu-Ansah, it took ‘teasing’ to trigger an inspiration that has gone on to capture the attention of not only social media but one of the world’s largest media platforms CNN. In a full feature story, CNN described Dennis Owusu-Ansah as a Ghanaian artist whose pop art images are taking Instagram by storm. The unique thing about his project is reworking and reimagining some of the world's biggest celebrities in authentic African clothing and cultural attire, with the sole aim of highlighting the beauty of Africa through his work. Talking to CNN about what sparked the drawings, Dennis stated; "after witnessing my friend get teased by a group of men for wearing a Kente cloth on our way to church, I figured something must be done to change the perspective of people who are not familiar with the African culture. "They had no idea what my friend was wearing. One of the guys shouted 'That man has a blanket wrapped around his body l

Dr Money’s 4real Records signs Ras Kuuku

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According to The Daily Guide Gh, The  Malaysian-based multi-award winner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of 4Real Records, JKL aka Dr Money, has set up a branch of his company in Ghana to hunt for talents who will go with him on a mega tour of Asia and the United States . This, according to the Nigerian-born entrepreneur, is part of his quest to promote African culture and music to the Asians in particular and the Western World in general. The music mogul, who has built an ultra modern studio in Taifa, a suburb of Accra in Ghana,Which he disclosed to 'Official E'(Tv Programe on HomeBase Tv) that his outfit had signed fast-rising Ghanaian dancehall and reggae artiste, Ras Kuuku, into their record label.. He also disclosed that his company was looking forward to engaging the likes of Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy for their Asian tour.   JKL (Justin Kingland) is also an established musician, and the African Music Ambassador in Malaysia. He is the founder of ‘F

Waka Flocka Thinks Bill Cosby Has Been Framed

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"Every time a famous minority make it they throw salt in the game." Waka Flocka  thinks all of Cosby's damning accusations are part of a huge conspiracy.  The most highly publicized event of last week was the arrest of Bill Cosby. The 78-year-old television icon was charged with three counts of aggravated assault stemming from a 2004 incident when he allegedly drugged and sexually violated Andrea Constand -- one of at least 50 women to accuse Cosby of sexual assault. Though Cosby was immediately released on $1 million bail, many viewed his arrest as a victory for all the women whose attacks had previously gone unpunished. Not Waka Flocka, who feels "somebody is framing Bill Cosby."  After the controversial tweet, author and professor Roxane Gay responded to Waka by telling the Atlanta rapper to "stop feeling." Waka then replied to Gay, "Lost that when my two little brothers passed." 

Drake & Amber Rose Had A "Private Dinner" In Miami This Weekend

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Outside of  Meek Mill  and maybe Sauce Walka, there aren't many people who'd turn down a  Drake  hangout. The rapper somehow miraculously brought  Lil Wayne  and  Birdman  together New Year's Eve after all. However, the latest celeb he's been kicking it with is  Amber Rose .   According to Page Six , the two met up in Miami, where they had dinner together. According to  Hollywood Life , their respective entourages were also present, but it hasn't stopped rumors of a potential romance from brewing. "They were on a very private dinner [Friday] night in the wine room at Prime 112, behind curtains,” reported a source. Judging by an Amber Instagram post Saturday, it seems the two met up again the next night. Take a look below and let us know if this is strictly business, friendship, or something more?

Photos: Amakye Dede escapes death in gory motor crash

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Amakye Dede and his entourage were reportedly going for a show when a vehicle rammed into their parked vehicle. According to an eyewitness, the highlife great was changing in his car ahead of his performance when the motor accident occurred. He said a cab driver overtook the bus and in an attempt to avoid a head on crash, the driver veered off into the vehicle of the musician. The accident occurred close to Osino, after the popular Paradise Filling Station. The artiste and his bodyguard sustained severe injuries and are receiving treatment at the Osiem Government Hospital. Yeboah, who passed away, was the editor of the tabloid P&P.