{"id":92986,"date":"2023-08-18T20:50:57","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T20:50:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/08\/18\/rising-star-feelingboy-khalipha-nominated-for-wma-new-artist-of-the-year\/"},"modified":"2023-08-18T20:50:57","modified_gmt":"2023-08-18T20:50:57","slug":"rising-star-feelingboy-khalipha-nominated-for-wma-new-artist-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/08\/18\/rising-star-feelingboy-khalipha-nominated-for-wma-new-artist-of-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Rising Star: Feelingboy Khalipha nominated for WMA New Artist of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"td-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" class=\"entry-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Feelingboy-Khalipha-jpg.webp\"   alt=\"Feelingboy Khalipha\" title=\"Feelingboy Khalipha\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Meet Edwin Okyere, better known by his stage name Feelingboy Khalipha, talented 21-year-old budding talent who is based in the Western Rregionl capital Taoradi.<\/p>\n<p>He\u2019s not just a singer, but also a skilled songwriter and producer, making waves in and around his terrain. Experts in the entertainment industry are keeping a close eye on him, marking him as a fresh face to watch out for.<\/p>\n<p>Born into a Christian family, Feelingboy Khalipha inherited his love for music from his mother, Naana Okyere, who aspired to become a gospel singer and songwriter. This musical passion ignited early in Feelingboy\u2019s life, and he began showcasing his talents by playing drums and keyboards during church gatherings.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"7984ab\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7984ab;\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"not-transparent wp-image-446286 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"  data-lazy- src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-08-18-at-8.27.55-PM-1-682x1024.webp\"\/><noscript><img data-lazy-fallback=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"7984ab\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7984ab;\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1692391855_898_WhatsApp-Image-2023-08-18-at-8.27.55-PM-1-682x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"not-transparent wp-image-446286\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>As he grew, his curiosity about music deepened, leading him to explore the intricacies of music production. In 2019, his journey led him to Bugaluu Studios, a place where he would spend years honing his music production skills. Over time, his talents expanded to include songwriting and singing, showcasing his versatility and dedication to his craft.<\/p>\n<p>Feelingboy Khalipha has become the go-to music producer in the Western Region, with his work in high demand. He has successfully produced more than 100 songs, collaborating with prominent artists such as Prince Keemo, Kid Makan, Neff Gee, Chattboi, and Singlet, among others.<\/p>\n<p>In December 2022, Feelingboy Khalipha unveiled his debut EP, \u201cTHE NEW ME,\u201d featuring captivating tracks like \u201cSpace,\u201d \u201cYour Body,\u201d \u201cFlex yie yie,\u201d and \u201cKpa ft Gloryboyy.\u201d This release caught the attention of many, leading to his well-deserved nomination for the Western  Awards this year, specifically in the New Artist of the Year category.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-dominant-color=\"a17a4a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a17a4a;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"not-transparent wp-image-446285 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"  data-lazy- src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-08-18-at-8.27.57-PM-1-683x1024.webp\"\/><noscript><img data-lazy-fallback=\"1\" data-dominant-color=\"a17a4a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a17a4a;\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1692391857_673_WhatsApp-Image-2023-08-18-at-8.27.57-PM-1-683x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"not-transparent wp-image-446285\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>When asked about his aspirations for the future, Feelingboy Khalipha expressed his desire to become one of Ghana\u2019s most accomplished producers and artists. With his exceptional talent, dedication, and determination, there\u2019s no doubt that Feelingboy Khalipha is on the path to achieving his dream and making a significant impact on the music scene. Keep an eye out for this rising star as he continues to shine brightly in the world of Ghanaian music.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meet Edwin Okyere, better known by his stage name Feelingboy Khalipha, talented 21-year-old budding talent who is based in the Western Rregionl capital Taoradi. He\u2019s not just a singer, but also a skilled songwriter and producer, making waves in and around his terrain. 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