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On August 4 each year Ghana celebrates its heroes, the six men who symbolised the line “through the blood and toil of our forefathers” captured in the nation’s pledge. Every year, we take a day off our busy schedules to reflect on the sacrifices and contributions of Kwame Nkrumah, Ebenezer Ako-Adjei, Edward Akufo-Addo, Joseph Boakye Danquah, Emmanuel Obetsebi-Lamptey and William Ofori-Atta in the fight for independence.<\/p>\n
In the musical landscape, there has been a growing crop of artists leading the charge of what has been described as the \u2018new school\u2019.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As the country marks Founders’ Day this year, Spotify has identified some Ghanaian musicians who are making inroads in Ghana\u2019s music scene. These six Ghanaian musicians are breaking barriers and lifting the flag of Ghana high with their music.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Amaarae, \u00a0an icon taking the world by storm. Her debut EP, \u2018Passion Fruit Summers\u2019, launched her as one of the biggest voices in alternative pop, paving the way for her breakthrough record, \u2018THE ANGEL YOU DON\u2019T KNOW\u2019. Featuring singles like \u2018SAD GIRLZ LUV MONEY\u2019 and \u2018FANCY\u2019, this genre-blending project has received global recognition. In 2021, Amaarae collaborated with African R&B royalty Tiwa Savage on \u2018Tales By Moonlight, as well as most recently with the Billboard-topping songstress Kali Uchis on a remix of \u2018SAD GIRLZ LUV MONEY\u2019. Amaarae is currently sweeping the world as her track \u00a0\u2018A Body, A Coffin\u2019 was featured in Marvel Studios\u2019 \u2018Black Panther: Wakanda Forever\u2019. Amaarae is currently the most streamed Ghanaian artist on Spotify with more than 5 million followers.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0KiDi released his debut album, ‘Sugar’, in 2019 which was accompanied by a movie also titled \u2018Sugar\u2019, showcasing the songs on the album. Since then, he has never looked back and keeps dropping hit songs like \u2018Say You Love Me\u2019, \u2018Odo\u2019, \u2018Adiepena\u2019, \u2018Thunder\u2019, \u2018Mr. Badman\u2019, \u2018Sugar Daddy\u2019 and \u2018Enjoyment\u2019. These hit songs have garnered a huge following for the budding star. In 2020, KiDi dropped his exciting EP, \u2018Blue\u2019, which showcased his versatility and incredible vocals. The lead single, \u2018Say Cheese\u2019, had great success online and on radio worldwide. After having a successful year KiDi was crowned the overall ‘Artist Of The Year’ in 2022 and Afrobeats\/Afropop Artist Of The Year’. His hit single, \u2018Touch It\u2019, won ‘Popular Song of The Year’ as well as ‘Reggae\/Dancehall Song of the Year’, and his album, \u2018The Golden Boy\u2019, picked up the ‘Album Of The Year’ award.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0King Promise brings all the vibes to the table. He is a musical ‘Commando’ currently supplying some ‘Ginger’ to all those who need some spice in their life. King Promise is an ardent storyteller inspired by life, love, hustling, partying, and family. Although King Promise was enveloped in music from a young age, his father inadvertently helped shape his genre and culture-spanning tastes, immersing him in everything from Reggae to R&B to boybands to Ghanaian Highlife. Since releasing his first single, \u2018Thank God\u2019, Promise’s fanbase quickly began to swell as word spread. A considerable buzz manifested locally; before he knew it, his career had taken off.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Sarkodie: Considered to be among the rap gods and kings in Ghana, Sarkodie compares success to swimming. Several years after his debut album, \u2018Mayke\u2019, Sarkodie is still in the water, pressing forward through the waves, seeing what new shores his rich, emotional sound might reach. Sark has worked hard, created viral songs, and pulled his weight on the African music ladder. He has featured top artists on the continent and beyond, so it didn\u2019t come as a surprise to many when he won the inaugural BET Hip Hop Award for \u2018Best International Flow\u2019 in 2019.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 You may have heard of Black Sherif and how his song \u2018Kweku The Traveller\u2019 is travelling the world. Black Sherif is the most streamed Ghanaian rapper on Spotify with 1.3 million followers. Hisunique sound is geared toward creating a mass cult following, with the goal of becoming a global icon. He blends Ghanaian Highlife with reggae, Hip Hop and other sounds, thereby widening his reach and potential. With highlife being Ghana\u2019s authentic sound, his use of the genre instantly speaks to the older folk. First-time listeners of Sherif are amazed by his vocal range, then zone into his eerie unorthodox melodies. But the actual catch is the substance in his writing and how relevant it is to the modern listener\u2019s experience. He has been mentioned by top musicians globally, the most recent being DJ Khaled who described Black Sherif\u2019s songs as \u2018music that touches your soul\u2019.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Stonebwoy, born Livingstone Etse Satekla, is a 45-time award winning Ghanaian Afropop and Dancehall\/Reggae artist as well as a Grammy Awards nominee. 1GAD has earned his place within the dancehall fraternity locally and globally. He is one of the country\u2019s biggest exports when it comes to Ghanaian artists. Stonebwoy recorded his first hit single, \u2018Climax\u2019 featuring Samini, followed by \u2018Ghetto Love\u2019 featuring Irene Logan. Since then, he has never looked back. His \u2018Activate\u2019, \u2018Sobolo\u2019, \u2018Ololo\u2019, and \u2018Kpo K3K3\u2019 among others continue to live on the lips of Ghanaians.<\/p>\n
And while these big six are doing Ghana proud, our talent pool runs deep. As we celebrate August 4, here are four more artists putting Ghana on the map\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Kwesi Arthur. His talent cannot be understated. He continues to excite his young audience with his vocals and bars. Since he first burst on the scene with his 2017 hit single, \u2018Grind Day,\u2019 he\u2019s rapidly risen to become one of the brightest stars in Ghana\u2019s burgeoning music scene. Arthur\u2019s music knows no limits \u2013 his blend of highlife, afrobeats, R&B and staunch Hip-Hop makes him the perfect microcosm of contemporary Ghanaian music. And the world is paying attention.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Gyakie is building on her father\u2019s (Nana Acheampong) legacy, but not dwelling on it. She is creating a name for herself and taking over the continent by having everyone singing along to her tune. Gyakie was also the first African singer to join Spotify\u2019s EQUAL hub, an initiative that platforms female artists and fosters equity for women in music globally.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Shatta Wale has claimed his throne as the Dancehall King of Ghana. He has played a key role in placing Ghana on the map. His recent collaboration, \u2018King Already\u2019 with Beyonce and Major Lazer has further enhanced his international exposure. You can never go wrong with Shatta as his songs keep adrenaline flowing among the \u2018Ghetto Youth\u2019.<\/p>\n
\u25cf \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Camidoh\u2019s \u2018Sugarcane\u2019 has been a favourite for many music lovers and is currently viral in 8 countries on Spotify\u2019s ecosystem including Norway and France. He is the leading light of Ghana\u2019s new Afropop movement, splicing his sweet R&B\/Afrobeat fusion with lyrics that leap between English and Ewe. He first rose to prominence in late 2018 with his first official single, \u2018For My Lover\u2019, featuring Darko Vibes. This led to Camidoh picking up attention and appreciation from Ghanaian musical royalty. His sweet and melodious voice has made him an artist to watch.<\/p>\n
These iconic creatives are the leaders of the new school, who, with roots in various genres of music, all boil down to the same thing -representing Ghana on the world stage. Therefore, we must celebrate these individuals whose efforts inspire growth and change within the Ghanaian music scene.<\/p>\n
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