NEWS: Shatta Wale In Trouble For Attacking Boutique Owner

Controversial Ghanaian musician, Shatta Wale, on Sunday allegedly brutally assaulted a man at his East Legon residence after virtually kidnapping him. The man, who gave his name as Rashid Abu, told Daily Guide that Shatta Wale beat him up in the presence of his (Shatta’s) manager, Lawrence Nana Asiamah Hanson, aka Bull Dog, and some macho men, over an amount of GH150 the musician owed him. Attempts to speak to Bull Dog or the controversial musician were unsuccessful as their lines were not active. Text messages sent to Bull Dogs phones also did not elicit response before press time. Shatta Wale , known in real life as Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr. , and his purported hoodlums allegedly picked Rashid from his shop at Adabraka Sunday afternoon under the pretext that he was going to pay the GH150 he owed the young man at his East Legon residence. “He came to pick up some outfits worth GH150 from my shop five months ago but refused to pay. After some time, when I called he refused to answer. I called him on Sunday; he picked it and started insulting me. He even told me that he was not going to pay me my money. Later he came to my ‘Blow Money Fast’ boutique at Adabraka in the company of some ‘macho men’ and Bull Dog. He asked that I join him in his car so that he pays me my money,” Rashid Abu stated. He asserted that he was reluctant to go but after pleadings by Bull Dog, he entered the car, adding that Shatta Wale drove him all the way from Adabraka to his house and later forced him to kneel down and apologise for calling to demand for his money. GH50 Notes According to the young businessman who is believed to be in his 30s, Shatta Wale gave him several slaps with a bundle of GH50 notes while Bull Dog looked on. Rashid, who naturally tried to defend himself, was cautioned by the ‘macho men’ not to venture, else they would kill him. “When we got to his house, the ‘macho men’ opened the gates and once we got in,

Shatta Wale asked me to kneel down and he begun slapping me with a bundle of GH50. I tried to defend myself but his thugs warned me to stop, else they would kill me right there. Bull Dog even told me to do what Shatta Wale would tell me else I would be severely beaten up,” he narrated. Rashid told this paper that Shatta gave him the bundle of the GH50 notes he used in slapping him and instructed him to pull his money out of it. “I refused but after the ‘macho men’ had threatened to give me more slaps, I took the money, counted GH150 for myself and gave him the rest,” he added. The victim has since reported the incident at the Central Police Station in Accra. He was prepared to purse the assault case in court, he told Daily Guide. Shatta Wale, as an artiste, has gained notoriety for insulting persons and institutions whose opinions about him he does not agree with. He was recently in the news for publishing on his social media page, some four videos of himself making derogatory and insulting statements against Charter House. The musician also hurled insults at his colleague musicians, workers of Charter House and owners of the company. A portion of the video has even been said to border on threats. Charter House, a private company with expertise in events management and production, later sued him for defamation. They are demanding GH10million as damages for the defamatory comments made in the four videos that the artiste had uploaded on the social media. At the first hearing, the court granted an order restraining Shatta Wale from making further defamatory remarks about Charter house. Shatta Wale is now begging for an out-of-court settlement of the case and has formally written to lawyers of Charter House to that effect. The case has been adjourned to November 2, 2014. Source: Daily Guide

BBNZ Live Show : 22nd November

Official Announcement: The BBnZ Live Show. 22 November. Alliance Francaise. @ELrepGH @Lil_Shaker @KOJO_Cue pic.twitter.com/wAbVxz6DH3

— BBnZ Live (@BBnZLive) October 28, 2014

Also performing: @DexKwasi @C_RealGH @stargodaproblem @1RealJoeyB @XO_Senavoe @PAPPYKOJO @geminiGH @Temple_GH

— BBnZ Live (@BBnZLive) October 28, 2014

In the earlier hours of today, famous Ghanaian record label, BBNZ announced via their twitter handle @BBnZLive that it would be hosting another concert at Alliance Francais in Accra, which would feature some of the labels famed acts such as Pappy Kojo, Joey B, Gemini, Lil Shaker, E. L,  Kojo Cue amongst others. Judging from previous shows, this promises to be full of run promise and display of talent from some of the young hip hop stars. If you were at their previous shows, then these guys need no introduction.

[NEWS] Nicki Minaj & Drake Win Big At 2014 BET Awards

                          This year’s BET awards were hosted by the legendary Snoop Dog. Nicki Minaj won the Made You Look award — we totally saw that coming! She is definitely worthy of a head turn!The 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards aired Tuesday night, showing Drake, DJ Mustard and Kendrick Lamar take home some of the annual event's highest honors. Iggy Azalea and Nicki Minaj are just a few of the artists who walked away winners at the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards! We have the full list of stars who earned credit for their talents!Snoop Dogg hosted the night, which was originally filmed Sept. 20 at Atlanta’s Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center. Pioneering rapper, beat boxer and producer Doug E. Fresh was this year’s recipient of the I Am Hip Hop Icon Award. Snoop Dogg, Common, DJ Mustard, YG Among Performers Set For BET Hip Hop Awards Drake led this year's nominee parade with eight nominations, including album of the year, lyricist of the year, MVP of the year and people’s champ award, taking home trophies for Album of the Year for his Nothing Was the Same and Best Hip Hop Video for the track "Worst Behavior," which was directed by Video Director of the Year-winner Hype Williams. 




Check out the full winners list here:Drake also won one of the biggest awards of the night — the Album of the Year award! Congrats to both of them along with the rest of the artists who won!BET Hip Hop Awards Winners 2014 — Full ListWhat an impressive list of winners! Check out the full list:

Album of the Year: Drake, Nothing Was the Same 

Best Club Banger: Future, “Move That Dope” 

Best Collab, Duo or Group: YG featuring Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan, “My Ni–a” 

Best Hip Hop Video: Drake, “Worst Behavior” 

Best Live Performer: Kanye West

Best Mixtape: Wiz Khalifa, 28 Grams 

DJ of the Year: DJ Mustard 

Hustler of the Year: Dr. Dre 

Impact Track: Common featuring Vince Staples, “Kingdom” 

Lyricist of the Year: Kendrick Lamar 

Made You Look Award: Nicki Minaj

MVP of the Year: DJ Mustard 

Producer of the Year: DJ Mustard Sweet 16: 

Best Feature Verse: Kendrick Lamar, “Control”

Track of the Year: YG f/ Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan, “My Ni–a” 

Video Director of the Year: Hype Williams 

Who Blew Up Award: Iggy AzaleaPeople’s 

Champ Award: Drake 

Best Hip Hop Online: WorldStarHipHop  

[NEWS] Julliet Ibrahim Finds Love In Bobby V

After multiple failed romances r'n'b star Bobby V appears to have finally found his match.

The 34-year-old US singer is said to be dating Ghanaian actress and movie producer Juliet Ibrahim.

Juliet Ibrahim is said to have admitted to dating US singer Bobby Valentino.

Newly single Ibrahim first ignited speculation they were an item after posting photos of herself cozying up with Slow Down hit maker on her Instagram page.

One image included the caption "always" followed by the in love emoji. "He calls me his African Princess," she tweeted days later.

When she was contacted by Linda Ikeji, she said they’ve known each other for months and are seeing each other.

“We are still getting to know each other, so I can’t say much for now. Let’s just see how it goes. We are taking it one step at a time”.

Juliet disclosed in July in an interview with Myjoyonline.com that her marriage of four years to Kwadwo Safo had ended.

The actress said even though they had been divorced for a year, they thought it prudent to keep the issue out of the public in order to protect their son..

"We are still getting to know each other, so I can't say much for now. Let's just see how it goes. We are taking it one step at a time," she is quoted as saying.

It looks as if Ibrahim has found love again in the wake of her split from ex-husband Kwadwo Safo Jnr. The couple divorced earlier this year after four years of marriage.

In an interesting twist, the former lovers were recently spotted cuddling at the Hennessy Artistry Concert held at the Accra International Conference Centre on 18 October.

[NEWS]: Austin University to Offer Course on Rihanna and Beyonce

Rihanna and Beyonce

I was so astonished to hear this news myself, but I would be elated if I was studied as a course in a mere college, not to mention an entire university. But Rihanna and Beyonce, two of the world leading female vocal stars are going to be studied as courses in the University Of Austin, Texas in the United States. According to reports, Professors at the University of Texas at Austin are offering a gender studies course that provides students with an in-depth analysis of the careers of two of today’s biggest female musicians.
With controversial projects that have put both artists in hot water with pop culture critics, the careers of Beyoncé and Rihanna are constantly under scrutiny. With songs like “Run the World (Girls)” and “Flawless,” which features words from Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Mrs. Carter has been criticized countless times for her stance on feminism and whether or not her image and the message of her music correctly aligns with the feminist perspective. On the other hand, self-proclaimed “bad gal” Rihanna has been the subject of many headlines for her no apologies given attitude, with many of her personal and professional actions leading to numerous online debates and opinion pieces.
Taking a look beyond just the music and lyrics of these two artists, the University of Texas course titled “Beyoncé Feminism, Rihanna Womanism” will cause students to examine the message and image of these female pop stars as it relates to black feminism.
According to the course’s description, “Students in this class will learn that there is far more than catchy melodies to Beyoncé’s and Rihanna’s music. They will not be simply listening to Beyoncé and Rihanna for fun or even comparing the roles of Beyoncé and Rihanna in popular culture, rather, students will be studying how the lyrics, music videos, and actions of these women express various aspects of black feminism such as violence, economic opportunity, sexuality, standards of beauty, and creative self-expression.”
The course will focus on “how the lyrics, music videos, and actions of these women express various aspects of black feminism such as violence, economic opportunity, sexuality, standards of beauty, and creative self-expression.”

SoulTrain Awards 2014 - Chris Brown To Open The Show - Davido Also Nominated

Christopher Maurice ‘Chris’ Brown is set to kick off the 2014 SoulTrain Awards, which is slated for the 7^thNovember, at the Orleans Arena, Las Vegas.

The ‘Loyal’ and ‘New Flame’ hit maker who leads the pack with seven nominations would be performing at the music industry biggest awards night. This would be his second performance at the Soul Train Awards.

Other artistes slated to perform are ‘The Man’ Aloe Blacc, ‘Am I Wrong’ Nico & Vinz, Lisa Stansfield, Kem, Jeremih and Liv Warfield. Jodeci are also set to reunite for a medley of their hits.

Wendy Williams will host the event, airing Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. on Centric and BET networks. The 2014 show will celebrate the history of dance with choreographer Fatima Robinson and her seasoned troupe, as well as producers 1500 or Nothin’ on board as music directors.

“This slate of performances is another example that Soul Train Awards 2014 is the only place where soul music lovers can find the diverse combination of current chart-topping performers and reunions from their favorite hit-making groups,”said Paxton Baker, general manager and executive vp, Centric, in a statement. "We are pulling out all the stops this year and are thrilled to have Chris Brown and Jodeci lead the big surprises we have in store."

The 2014 Soul Train Awards is directed by Tony McCuin and produced by BET Event Productions and Sunseeker Media. Executive producers include Centric's Baker, Tami Arasli and Derek Lewis; Sunseeker's Bart Phillips; Soul Train Holdings' David Koff and Jerry Letter; Doug E. Fresh and Wendy Williams Productions' Williams and Kevin Hunter.

A LIST OF THIS YEAR’S NOMINEES

Best New Artist 
August Alsina 
Jhené Aiko 
LiV Warfield 
Mack Wilds 
Nico & Vinz

Sevyn Streeter Centric Certified Award 
Avery Sunshine 
Kelis 
Leela James 
Luke James 
Robert Glasper 
Shaliek

Best Gospel/Inspirational Song 
“Help” – Erica Campbell feat. Lecrae 
“I Can Only Imagine” – Tamela Mann 
“No Greater Love” – Smokie Norful 
“Real Love” – Inspired People feat. Charles Jenkins 
“Say Yes” – Michelle Williams feat. Beyoncé & Kelly Rowland 
“We Are Victorious” – Donnie McClurkin feat. Tye Tribbett

Best Hip-Hop Song of the Year 
“Fancy” – Iggy Azalea feat. Charli XCX 
“Hold On (We’re Going Home)” – Drake feat. Majid Jordan 
“Loyal” – Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga 
“No Mediocre” – T.I. feat. Iggy Azalea 
“Pills N Potions” – Nicki Minaj 
“Studio” – ScHoolboy Q feat. BJ the Chicago Kid

Best R&B/Soul Female Artist 
Beyoncé
Janelle Monaé 
Jennifer Hudson 
Jhené 
Aiko Marsha 
Ambrosius Ledisi

Best R&B/Soul Male Artist 
Chris Brown 
John Legend 
Kem Pharrell 
Williams Tank 
Trey Songz

Album of the Year 
Beyoncé – Beyoncé 
G I R L – Pharrell Williams 
Love in the Future – John Legend 
Nothing Was the Same – Drake 
The Electric Lady – Janelle Monaé 
Xscape – Michael Jackson

Song of the Year 
“All of Me” – John Legend 
“Drunk in Love” – Beyoncé feat. Jay Z 
“Happy” – Pharrell Williams 
“Hold On (We’re Going Home)” – Drake feat. Majid Jordan 
“Love Never Felt So Good” – Michael Jackson feat. Justin Timberlake 
“Loyal” – Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne and Tyga

The Ashford and Simpson Songwriter’s Award 
“All of Me” – John Legend (Toby Gad, John Stephens, Dave Tozer) 
“Happy” – Pharrell Williams (Pharrell Williams) 
“Pretty Hurts” – Beyoncé (Joshua Coleman, Sia Fuller, Beyoncé Knowles) 
“Stay With Me” – Sam Smith (Steve Fitzmaurice, James Napier, William Phillips, Sam Smith) 
“The Man” – Aloe Blacc (Khalil Abdul-Rahman, Sam Barsh, Aloe Blacc, Elton John, Daniel Seeff, Bernie Taupin) “The Worst” – Jhené Aiko (Jhené Aiko Chilombo, Mac Robinson, Brian Warfield)

Best Dance Performance 
“2 On” – Tinashe feat. ScHoolboy Q 
“Electric Lady” – Janelle Monáe                                  

“Good Kisser” – Usher 
“Loyal” – Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga 
“Talk Dirty” – Jason Derulo feat. 2 Chainz 
“Turn Down for What” – DJ Snake & Lil Jon

Best Collaboration
Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga – “Loyal” 
Chris Brown feat. Usher & Rick Ross – “New Flame” 
Janelle Monaé feat. Miguel – “Primetime” 
Michael Jackson & Justin Timberlake – “Love Never Felt So Good” 
Robert Glasper feat. Jill Scott – “Calls” 
Toni Braxton & Babyface – “Hurt You”

Video of the Year 
“Drunk in Love” – Beyoncé feat. Jay Z (Hype Williams) 
“Good Kisser” – Usher (Christopher Sims) 
“Happy” – Pharrell Williams (We are from L.A.) 
“New Flame” – Chris Brown feat. Usher (Breezy & Mike Ho) 
“The Man” – Aloe Blacc (Matty Barnes) 
“The Worst” – Jhené Aiko (Danny Williams)

Best International Performance 
Davido – “Aye” 
Machel Montano – “Ministry of Road (M.O.R.)”     

Nico & Vinz – “Am I Wrong” 
Sam Smith – “Stay With Me” 
Shaggy feat. Ne-Yo – “You Girl” 
Ziggy Marley – “I Don’t Want to Live on Mars”

Best Traditional Jazz Performance 
Audra McDonald – “What a Little Moonlight Can Do” 
Gregory Porter – “Hey Laura” 
Kenny Garrett – “Pushing the World Away” 
Monty Alexander – “Concierto de Aranjuez” 
Wynton Marsalis – “Flee as A Bird to the Mountain (Live)”

Best Contemporary Jazz Performance 
Liv Warfield – “Stay – ‘Soul Lifted’” 
Najee feat. Meli’sa Morgan – “In the Mood to Take It Slow” 
Robert Glasper feat. Jill Scott – “Calls” 
Snarky Puppy – “Lingus (We Like It Here)” 
Terrace Martin feat. Robert Glasper – “It’s Yours” 
Vandell Andrew – “Let’s Ride”

 

Best Independent R&B/Soul Performance 
Joe feat. Kelly Rowland – “Love & Sex Pt. 2″ 
Kelly Price – “It’s My Time” 
LiV Warfield – “Why Do You Lie?” 
Sebastian Mikael feat. Wale – “Last Night” 
Shaliek – “The Past” Terrace Martin feat. T$, 
Tone Trezure – “You’re the One”

Henessey Artistry Ghana Concert With 2face Idibia, Wizkid, Edem, 4X4, MzVee & Mafikizolo

The 2014 edition of Hennessy Artistry concert was launched on Friday, September 19 on Starr FM’s Starr Drive with Bola Ray.

This year’s campaign for the Hennessy Artistry, the music platform known for its art of blending, will see 2Face Idibia and Wizkid, as the 2014 edition’s headliners. They will be joined by multi-talented artistes from Ghana such as 4×4, Edem, MzVee, and Mafikizolo from South Africa to rock the stage.

The concert comes off on Saturday, October 18 at the Accra International Conference Center.

Speaking to the media, organizers said that, “the people of Ghana deserve to be thrilled by the best; they need collaborations between multi-talented artistes, so the choice of bringing all these super-duper artistes from Africa and three top-notch DJs on one night is to keep their promise of presenting the best. Like the Master Blender who combines eaux-de-vie to produce an excellent blend of Hennessy, the Hennessy Artistry movement blends passion, music, and cognac to bring together a fusion of dramatically different artists from complementary musical genres.”

Tickets for are going out for a COOL Ghs 200 (VVIP), Ghs 120 (VIP), Ghs 60 (Regular), but the brand will be bringing musical adventures to selected clubs in Accra for customers to win tickets to the event slated for October 18 at the Accra International Conference Center. Those parties come off on September 26 at the One2One Lounge in the Movenpick Ambassadors Hotel, October 3 at the Hollywood Boulevard and October 10 at Shisha Lounge.

The launch had some of Ghana’s celebrities in persons of 4×4, MzVee, Bola Ray, Nii Ayi Tagoe, DJ Perfekt, representatives from Hennessy and the media as well.

This year’s Artistry represents a blend of the matured, premium lifestyle, the young and vibrant lifestyle. It is proudly put together by Hennessy, Empire Entertainment and Starr FM.

Watch The Video Here At Starr Fm 

 

Bruno Mars - Young Girls (Afrobeatz Remix)

Here's the Afrobeatz Remix Version of Bruno Mars' Young Girls. Hope you like it.