Ghanaian musician Sarkodie has been announced as one of the guest speakers at this year’s ACCES music conference, which takes place in Accra, Ghana, on 28, 29 and 30 November.
Sarkodie will be at ACCES 2019 this November.
The multi award-winning rapper will be at the pan-African music trade event to share his rich experience as a leading figure in the Ghanaian and African music industry.
The ‘Saara’ hitmaker will take part in ACCES’ popular Conversations series alongside Ditto Music founder and CEO Lee Parsons, in a session that will focus on Sarkodie’s career as an artist, entrepreneur and philanthropist. The discussion will address such areas as music distribution, management, branding and collaborations, among others. It will also give Sarkodie an opportunity to share his views on the evolution of the music business on the continent in a global context.
The ACCES Conversations series have previously featured renowned music industry professionals like Mr Eazi, Blinky Bill, Blick Bassy and former Fela Kuti manager Rikki Stein.
This year’s ACCES programme will feature more than 80 speakers from around the globe, and 12 bands from different African countries that will entertain delegates over the three days of the conference.
Registration for the event is mandatory – reserve your seat now. African delegates register for free.
About ACCES
ACCES is a pan-African trade event for music industry players to exchange ideas, discover new talent and create business linkages. ACCES is held in a different African city every year, attracting active music industry players from across the globe.
ACCES is organised by the Music In Africa Foundation, a non-profit and pan-African organisation, in partnership and with the support of Siemens Stiftung, Goethe-Institut, Afrikayna, Reeperbahn Festival, Alliance Française, BMG, Africa Art Lines, Afrikayna, the Gold Coast Hub, the Prince Claus Fund and the ANT Mobility Grant from Pro Helvetia Johannesburg, financed by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC).
This year ACCES has a partnership with Reeperbahn Festival – one of the most important meeting places for the music industry worldwide and Europe’s largest club festival based in Hamburg, Germany. The partnership creates a framework for the festival to collaborate with ACCES in facilitating sustainable business engagements and exchange between European and African music businesses and professionals, as well as the provision of performance opportunities to musicians in both territories.
Ghana’s fastest and most decorated rapper, Michael Owusu Addo, has made history once again, as he has been announced the very first winner of BET’s Best International Flow act at the 2019 BET Hip Hop Awards.
Sarkodie in his acceptance speech dedicated the award to his daughter, Adalyn Owusu Addo (Titi), and used the opportunity to urge the world to visit Ghana as part of the Year of Return celebrations.
“I just want to say thank you to the Almighty God. To family, this one is for my lil girl Titi…. I think Africa has always had it and it is about that time. This year is the Year of Return and I will urge each and every one of you here to take a trip back home.”
Contenders of the 2019 Best International Flow category included Nigerian rapper; Falz the Bad Guy, Ghetts from the United Kingdom, Kalash from France, Female rapper; Little Simz from the UK, South African hip pop prodigy; Nasty C, Tory Lanez of Canada and Ghana’s Sarkodie
The 2019 BET Hip Hop Awards was held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Georgia, United States.
The event was hosted by American comedian, actor and entertainer, Lil Duval.
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“In fact, he is the reason I have been tagged as an NPP man but I’m not going to disclose whether I support NDC or NPP. I really admire people who feel for others and the Honorable Kennedy Agyapong is that kind of person”…
Above are some of the words gathered from Sarkodie speech when he was called upon to speak at the gathering which was attended by member of parliament for the people of Assin Central and other high profile personalities.
According to Sarkodie who is undoudtedly a staunch admirer of the influential MP, his “More money more problems” song which won the hearts of many Ghanaians was inspired by hon. Kennedy Ohene Agyapong.
The Sarkcess music CEO said he was motivated to write the song after the Net2 TV, Oman FM and Ash FM boss disclosed how tough things were before accumulating his wealth and how things became even tougher for him despite being rich.
“I have a song call ‘more money more problems’ which was inspired by him. I listened to him on TV talking about how problems compounded for him when he became rich and how he moved from the ghetto to East Legon where he lives now.” Sarkodie exclusively revealed
Touching on other issues, the reigning artiste of the decade who has always proved to be matured when it comes to matters relating to the society, advised the youths to be ready to accept the challenges and consequences that come with being rich as they aspire to become somebody like the honorable Kennedy Agyapong or any other person known to be affluent some day.
He further commended the outspoken MP for being venturous when it comes to political issues which affects the ordinary Ghanaian and for choosing to stand for the truth regardless of all the public attacks he has suffered all these years.
Bloggers were on Sarkodie’s ‘case’ when his outfit, Sarkcess Music announced that they won’t renew Strongman’s contract at the record label following the expiration of his contract.
Reacting to how bloggers treated the issue new interview with NY DJ on Y102.5FM, the revered rapper said at this point in his career, he does not have to respond to any negativity coming from the press; which also encompasses online portal and their captions.
“At this point in my career, captions is not gonna move me cos you know how many times I’ve seen headlines about my life?..How many years in the game? I don’t really have to respond to that.
“What is most important to me is, what is the truth? If there is the truth in what they are saying then I will have to worry about it and come explain but that is not the truth and I know if it’s not the truth, the lie will come out and I will have a problem to face…” Sarkodie said.
If you love music and have an undying passion for it, you probably know that careers in music are mostly underrated. However, the stories of the richest musicians in Ghana are definitely going to make you pick up a musical instrument and hit the studios very soon. Read on to find out more about your favourite musicians in Ghana. Find out who is the richest musician in Ghana right now!
Without further ado… here you go! The richest musician in Ghana list:
1. Becca
Full Name: Rebecca Akosua Acheampomaa Acheampong
Date Of Birth: 15 August 1984
Record Label: Sony Music Records / Waner Music Norway / EKB Records
Becca also known as Rebecca Acheampong is recognized as the first girl of the Hare family. She was born at Tema in Ghana on 15th August 1984. She has made it to the top 10 among the richest musicians in Ghana 2018. Becca is currently signed by the KB Record label and has a total of three studio albums.
Rebecca Akosua Acheampomaa Acheampong, also known as Becca has managed to reach among the top on the list of successful and wealthy Ghanaian musicians. Currently, Becca has signed an endorsement deal with the EKB record label. She had collaborated with various Ghanaian musicians, including several global muscicians. Her excellent performance around the world has earned her lots ofawards and nominations.
2. Sarkodie
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Full Name: Owuso Addo
Date Of Birth: 10 July 1988
Record Label: SarkCess Music / Nedjon Media / Duncwills Entertainment
Michael Owusu Addo who AKA Sardokie was the second Ghanaian musician in the year 2017. A student of Tema Methodist High School, where he received his secondary education. He moved to IPMC shortly and graduated in Graphic Design. He is also regarded as one of the hottest musicians in Ghana and beyond. At the BET awards he won the best international act award in Africa.
Sardokie is among the richest musicians in Ghana whose core focus is on rapping and recording tracks. He has placed his music genre as Hiplife and Hip-hop. He has worked with very popular musicians such as Fuse ODG, Ace Hood, Ice Prince, Jazzi, R2Bees, DJ Mensah Kwaw Kese, Shatta Wale and more.
3. Okeyame Kwame
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Full Name:Kwame Nsiah Apau
Date Of Birth:April 17, 1976
Record Label:Owusek Productions / One Mic Entertainment
Okeyame Kwame, born on 17th April 1986, is a prominent Ghanaian musician and is definitely among the richest musicians in Ghana. He is among the indigenous of Nsuta. Kwame is a very talented musician who is known for combining a lot of different techniques based on songwriting, directorship and of course singing.
Kwame is a very successful entrepreneur; this success is basically derived from the music itself because it is the primary source of his income. Kwame was a student of the Anglican Senior High School which is a Kumasi based secondary school. Later Kwame got his tertiary education at the Kwame Nkrumah University. During his studies, Kwame focused all his effort on leaning classical guitar. He graduated with a degree in Linguistics. He has also won severalawards and recognitions.
4. R2Bees
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Full Name: Rasheed Mugeez and Faisal Hakeem
Record Label: R2Bees Entertainment
R2Bees is among the very best of the Ghanaian hip-hop stars. He is considered as a blessing to the Ghana music industry. Faisal Hakeem and Rasheed Mugeez are the two young talents in R2Bees. They have been very much appreciated for their impressive talents which have greatly uplifted the Ghana music scene. Both Faisal and Rasheed have been involved in a mutual partnership.
The bond between the two basically has stood strong as they are always together, they have shared the same primary school as well. In secondary school, both of the rappers were able to take a step forward as partners. The school made them official representatives during inter-school shows and programmes because of the immense talent that they harnessed within them. Slowly and slowly they gained popularity.
5. Tinny
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Full Name: Nii Addo Quaynor
Date Of Birth: 19 January 1982
Record Label: Kankpe Records
Tinny was born in 19th January 1982. He is among the very popular Ghanaian rappers. His songs are played just about everywhere in Ghana including in shows, events, television as well as the radio. Tinny has swiftly dropped five albums since he entered the scene which was in 1994. He has also won a number of awards performing within Ghana and other international events as well. He was the brand ambassador for Glo Ghana in the year 2009 and has also campaigned for Cadbury as well.
Tinny also known as Nii Addo Quaynor is a pure Ghanaian rapper and the CEO of Kankpe Records. He has several records with several Ghanaian superstars like Shatta Wale, Trigmatic, Kwabena, Hammer of the last two and many more. Tinny is among the best and wealthiest musicians in Ghana and has earned his way to the list of top ten richest musicians in Ghana.
6. D-Black
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Full Name: Desmond Kwesi Blackmore
Date Of Birth: 12 January 1986
Record Label:Black Avenue Music
Desmond Kwesi Blackmore was born in born 12 January 1986. He is popularly known as Damian-Black and is among the very hard working musicians based in Ghana. Influenced by his parents who were also hip-hoppers, he started recording music such as rhymes before he stepped into his teenage years.
Not very long ago it was found out that D-Black had signed adeal that was worth $150,000and you bet he is one of the richest musician in Ghana 2018. His tracks are hits in Ghana and he has therefore managed to get a spot as a wealthy and hardworking musician.
7. Fuse ODG
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Full Name: Nana Richard Abiona
Date Of Birth: 2 December 1988
Record Label: 3 Beat Records
Richard Abiona who is also known as Fuse ODG finished his schooling at Archbishop Lanfranc School which is located in Croydon. He was born and raised in London. He has a record label with 3beat and he has made a great impact on the Ghanaian music scene. Just like the other popular Ghanaian musicians Fuse ODG has also performed with several local and international musicians.
Among the musicians he has collaborated with include, Wyclef Jean, Elephant Man, Shatta Wale, Wande Coal, Itz Tiffany, Sean Paul, Sardokie and Major Lazer as well.
The British Ghanaian musician made several hit songs, such as Azonto and Antenna which gave him immense fame and fortune. Born on the 2nd of December, 1988 in England, Richard’s life had taken a steep turn towards glory as he has become among the wealthiest musicians in Ghana.
8. Shatta Wale
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Full Name: Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr.
Date Of Birth: 17 October 1984
Record Label: Nedjon Media / SM 4 LYF Records
Born on 17th October 1984, Charles Nii Armah Mensah Junior is popularly known as Shatta Wale. He is a reggae-dancehall musician plus a Ghanaian based producer. Shatta Wale has gained a lot of popularity, thanks to his popular hit, Dancehall King. The song also led him to win the title of Artiste of the year in the year 2014, during the Ghana music awards.
Shatta Wale has also set an example for other musicians in Ghana. He has been featured in a movie titled, Never Say Never where he has showcased his many talents as well.
9. Stonebwoy
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Full Name: Livingstone Etse Satekla
Date Of Birth: 5 March 1988
Record Label: VP Records
Livingstone Etse Satekla who popularly known as Stonebwoy was born on the 5th of March 1988 in Ghana, precisely Ashaiman. Of late, he has become a versatile artist r. He has a very different story though. Back in the high school days Stonebwoy decided to enrol himself in a rap battle.
It was a popular competition that was named ‘Kasahare Level’. He performed alongside Dr Cryme. His achievements also include an award at the BET, there he won the best musician and that time he could have easily been in the Forbes richest musicians in Ghana. The very first recording deal that he signed was with Samini music record. Stonebwoy recorded his first single which was named ‘Climax’; this was before he found his very own record label.
10. Samini
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Full Name: Emmanuel Andrews Samini
Date Of Birth: 22 December 1981
Record Label: Samini Musics / K Chero Records
Emmanuel Andrews Samini used to sing in the church before the release of his music albums which have been a success in the music scene. The first single he dropped was named ‘Linda’; it has been a sure success in Ghana.
After this , he was eventually featured in a number of singles by various talented artists. He has won a number of awards such as African Artiste of the Year 2008, Best African Act in the year 2006. Currently, his prospects do not seem that great when it comes to music, but high hopes everywhere for his comeback.
Just like Castro disappeared, Sarkodie will also disappear if he does not change his ways, a prophetess has warned.
According to the prophetess Osofo Maame Perpetual, the award-winning rapper is into ‘occultism’ and will suffer the same fate as Castro if he does not put a stop to it.
In a video which is circulating online, Osofo Maame Perpetual mentioned that Sarkodie is part of the popular ‘Illuminati’ cult group.
Osofo Maame Perpetual is quite popular on social media for her often shocking and negative prophecies about Ghanaian celebrities.
This is not the first time Sarkodie has been said as being ‘Illuminati’. There have been numerous reports over the years suggesting this.
Indeed, the rapper in 2014 released a track titled ‘Illuminati’ which was largely used to refute such allegations. Despite that, the reports have lingered on.
But this is the first time any such link has been drawn between Sarkodie and Castro’s disappearance. Castro, in July 2014, disappeared with his friend, Janet Bandu on the Ada river while riding a jet ski. Initial reports suggested that they had fallen off the jet ski.
The two had visited Aqua Safari Resort, as part of a group of friends of Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan.
Since that time there have been many mystic theories about why Castro disappeared with some even saying that the Takoradi-born musician is still alive and living somewhere else.
It is not known if Osofo Maame’s warning to Sarkodie is a subtle suggestion that Castro too was an ‘Illuminati’ who suffered such ill fate because of his bad deeds.
Meanwhile, a popular radio presenter and DJ, Andy Dosty, has reignited the conversation about Castro’s disappearance with his claim that the singer did not into the river and there was more to the story.
According to Andy Dosty, he was more than sure that Castro did not fall into the river as people were made to believe and revealed that the facts of the matter had been skewed. “We know he’s alive, we know Castro is not dead.
But who doesn’t know this? Castro is not dead, we all know he’s not dead. When did he fall in water? Am saying it on authority, the boy didn’t fall in water.
“…they’ve been lying to us for so long, …enough of the lies… they saw that the jet ski was packed on a land and not on top of a river, the key string was in there so why would people lie about it that the guy has been drowned?”
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Sarkodie and Stonebwoy have been invited to represent Ghana at the London edition of the One Africa Music Fest.
The two celebrated Ghanaian artistes will perform with other award-winning artistes from Nigeria, Uganda and South Africa.
They are expected to surprise music fans in London with magnificent and electrifying performances. They are also expected to use the event to promote Ghanaian music.
The event will be held at The SSE Arena, Wembley London’s most iconic concert and events venue, with state-of-the-art facilities on Saturday, June 2, 2018.
According to the organisers, One Africa Music Fest is Africa’s leading platform in showcasing the best and brightest musical talents in the continent, with the sole aim of solidifying Africa’s position within the entertainment industry on a global level.
Over the years, the concert has witnessed sterling performances from Wizkid, Davido, Tekno, Jidenna, P-Square, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Cassper Nyovest, Alikiba, Flavour N’abania, Phyno, M.I, Efya, 9ice, Awilo Longomba, Falz, Victoria Kimani, among others.
In November 2017, the founder of the event apologised to Sarkodie for his inability to perform at its Dubai edition.
In a message posted on Instagram Wednesday, Paul O, owner of organising body, Upfront & Personal, wrote that he and his team “regret” that they missed out on Sarkodie’s performance because of “management miscommunication.”
The event is powered by Upfront & Personal Global Management Consultants.
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