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Ghana’s Wiyaala To Unleash Eleven Singles In Eleven Weeks

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Ghana’s Wiyaala To Unleash Eleven Singles In Eleven Weeks

Mark your calendars for May 31st, because that’s when Wiyaala kicks off her eleven-week tune typhoon, releasing a new single every Friday until August 9th, 2024.

Now, we couldn’t resist a little sleuthing. Was this a clever ruse to snag the spotlight? “No way,” says Wiyaala’s manager, John Sherren, with a chuckle. “We’re just clearing the decks in Wiyaala’s song vault before her third studio album drops in the second half of the year—assuming we can get all our ducks in a row,” quips the ex-stockbroker.

And get this: nestled among the new nuggets of sound is a spicy reimagining of her ever-popular banger “Rock My Body,” dubbed the “Binary Remix,” set to sizzle speakers on June 21st.

The award winning “Lioness of Africa” has had a whirlwind year, marked by her 2023 European tour and performances for notable figures including Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the USA, and the Presidents of Ghana and Italy. Wiyaala has also graced the stage at the Africa Games in Accra and invested in her artistic legacy by establishing the Lioness Kingdom in Funsi. This creative oasis spans two hectares and boasts 16 guest rooms, a restaurant, a recording studio, and two stages, one of which is the Wiyaala Arts Centre.

Wiyaala’s dynamic presence extends beyond the African continent, as she has recently been sighted in the UK en route to Slovenia where she will kick off a summer season of European performances. Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of her upcoming tour dates. Stay tuned for more updates on this powerhouse artist’s journey.

Source: Caroline Mensah

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Wiyaala accuses Vodafone Ghana Music Awards of promoting only Accra-based musicians

Wiyaala accuses Vodafone Ghana Music Awards of promoting only Accra-based musicians Afro-pop singer-songwriter Wiyaala has accused the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs), organised by Charterhouse, of promoting only works of musicians based in Accra. According to her, the popular scheme had spelt out criteria for the selection of nominees which she thinks she doesn’t qualify for and so has…

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Wiyaala, Dodo, and more to light up Ashongmang on Jan. 7, 2023

. @Wiyaala, Dodo, and more to light up Ashongmang on Jan. 7, 2023

On January 7, 2023, Dodo, along with Wiyaala, the Lioness of Africa, will get the crowd dancing. Wiyaala and Dodo will be accompanied by the band “Beda Massive Tribe” and the gifted guitarist and singer “Naya Plange“. Since 1999 Dodo has been a constant music creator in Switzerland. He has released six successful solo albums so far. In addition to his success as a musician, Dodo is known…

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Artists likely to score Grammy nominations for Ghana

Artists likely to score Grammy nominations for Ghana

The Grammy Award is a scheme that celebrates and recognizes artists across the world for their contributions and achievements through their body of work. The trophy depicts a gilded gramophone. The Grammys are the first of the Big Three networks’ major music awards held annually. Today in this article is a list of potential Ghanaian artists who are destined to get to the doorsteps of the Grammy…

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Shatta Wale, Wiyaala and others set to perform at SummerStage Music Festival in New York 👉 https://townflex.com/shatta-wale-wiyaala-and-others-set-to-perform-at-summerstage/

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MUSICAL FUSION: Slovenia joins Ghana in Wiyaala's Lioness Kingdom

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MUSICAL FUSION: Slovenia joins Ghana in Wiyaala's Lioness Kingdom

The Yaga yaga’s from Slovenia are travelling to Funsi a small town in the Upper West Region for a musical and cultural exchange with local musicians and Wiyaala. Besides enjoying the traditional African vibe of the Upper West, they will jam and rehearse for three landmark concerts, firstly performing an inaugural concert at Wiyaala’s Arts Centre and then moving to Accra to perform two back to back concerts on the 26th and 27th of January at the Alliance Francaise Af Accra and the +233 jazz bar and grill

This groundbreaking Afro-Euro collaboration was inspired by Wiyaala’s invitation to the Yaga Yagas to enjoy the Upper West Region’s unique attractions and hospitality, not forgetting the opportunity to bring together the contrasting musical styles and influences of their respective continents.

The Ghana/Slovenia collaboration began in May 2019 after Wiyaala received an invitation from the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia to perform at an Africa Day celebration in the capital city Ljubljana. Wiyaala was introduced to four classically trained Jazz fusion musicians from Ljubljana for the gig and they immediately hit it off musically and became firm friends.

Their musical chemistry continued to flourish as they embarked on a European tour during the summer of 2019, gracing stages at renowned festivals such as Afro-Pfingsten Festival in Switzerland, Riddu Riđđu Festivála in Norway, and Welcome to The Village in the Netherlands. Their performances garnered positive acclaim, cementing their status as a compelling musical ensemble.

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted their musical endeavours and it wasn’t until 2022 that the band (by now known as Wiyaala & The Yaga Yagas) reunited for the Kamfest Festival in Slovenia. This reunion rekindled their creative fire, leading them to embark on a collaborative recording project in April 2023. The album, titled “Segerege (The Elephant’s Ears Are On Fire),” with 11 songs inspired by the traditional melodies and songs of Wiyaala’s homeland in the Upper West Region of Ghana.

Recorded live at Studio Metro in Ljubljana, the project is currently in its final mixing and mastering stages, with an expected release in the first half of 2024. The band’s lineup is as diverse as their music: Wiyaala, the charismatic vocalist, guitarist and percussionist from Funsi, Ghana.

Miha Petric, the Slovenian guitarist and award winning composer. Jošt Lampret, the Slovenian bass player, composer, and arranger. Nejc Skofic, the talented Slovenian jazz pianist and composer. Žiga Kožar, the versatile Slovenian drummer, with experience across many musical styles. The collaboration represents a fusion of cultures, genres, and talents, offering a fresh and captivating musical experience that transcends borders and genres.

ABOUT THE LIONESS KINGDOM

Famed international travel bloggers, Drew Binsky & Wodemaya’s 2020 visit to Funsi prompted Wiyaala to renovate a couple of rooms in unused missionary buildings to accommodate her guests in some comfort. After the visit, Wiyaala saw potential and created 16 guest rooms with individual bathrooms and a restaurant.

Not satisfied she went on to build a stage, borehole, an Arts Centre, a recording/rehearsal studio and a traditional film village. More works are said to be in progress. Other famous visitors to the Lioness Kingdom include John Dramani Mahama, Jon Benjamin (former UK Ambassador to Ghana), Thomas Naadi BBC, Berla Mundi, DW Africa, KING AYISOBA

Photo Credit: Peter Giodani

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Oda Papa: Wiyaala Drops Her First High Life Song And Sings in Twi Language

“Oda Papa” is song number 6 of the campaign, “WIYAALA UNLEASHES ELEVEN NEW SONGS IN ELEVEN WEEKS,” Continue reading Oda Papa: Wiyaala Drops Her First High Life Song And Sings in Twi Language

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African Tribal Marks: Unveiling the Mysteries of African Tribal Marks with @Wiyaala

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Video - It’s a shame to say my music is appreciated better outside Ghana - Wiyaala

Ghana News Today – home for all trending entertainment news & insights. We break all latest news and entertainment trends as it happens. check out the new exclusive below. Ghanaian singer Wiyaala confidently asserts her popularity in Ghana, dismissing claims of being more recognized internationally. Addressing perceptions of performing more outside Ghana, she emphasizes her frequent performances…

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Samini, Wiyaala, Fancy Gadam, Kuami Eugene for Safari Fest 2024

Four of Ghana’s topmost performers will be ushering music lovers into the new year in a grand style. Samini, Wiyaala, Fancy Gadam, and Kuami Eugene will be thrilling patrons of the 2023 Safari Fest with unforgettable performances. Known for his rich catalogue of songs, Samini will entertain the audience with his usual electrifying stagecraft, as the ‘Lioness’ Wiyaala roars her way into the heart…

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