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MUSIGA revives Ghana Music Month Festival after 2-year hiatus
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MUSIGA revives Ghana Music Month Festival after 2-year hiatus
The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) is thrilled to announce the return of the Ghana Music Month Festival, set to take place from Friday, March 1, 2024, to Sunday, March 31, 2024. This highly anticipated event marks the seventh edition of the festival, which has become a staple in Ghana’s music calendar since its inception in 2013.
Due to the unprecedented challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, MUSIGA has not hosted the festival since 2022. However, with careful planning and adherence to health protocols, the Union is excited to bring back this celebration of Ghanaian music and culture.
The festival will feature a diverse range of activities aimed at promoting Ghanaian music and supporting local artists. Highlights of this year’s program include Friday, March 1: The official launch of GMM 2024 and Play Ghana Month on selected radio and television stations.
Tuesday, 5th March, 2024 – Free health screening (ATIC)
Tuesday, 5th March, 2024 – Music business seminar (ATIC)
Wednesday & Thursday, 6th and 7th March, 2024 – Akwaaba Music Festival (National Theater)
Monday, 11th March 2024 – Play Ghanaian music the whole day.
The musical performances will feature renowned artists including Fameye, Kwabena Kwabena, Trigmatic, Pat Thomas, Bessa Simons, Tagoe Sisters, Celestine Donkor, Diana Hopeson, Abena Ruthy, among others.
MUSIGA remains committed to supporting the Ghanaian music industry and providing opportunities for artists to thrive. The Ghana Music Month Festival serves as a platform to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and vibrant creativity of Ghanaian musicians.
For more information and updates on the Ghana Music Month Festival, please visit the MUSIGA website at www.musiga.org. Join us as we come together to celebrate the power of music and the spirit of Ghana.
About MUSIGA: The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) is the umbrella organization for all musicians in Ghana. Established in 1975, MUSIGA plays a vital role in promoting and protecting the interests of Ghanaian musicians while contributing to the growth and development of the music industry. With a diverse membership representing various genres and styles, MUSIGA is committed to advancing the cultural and economic significance of music in Ghana.
(Source: Ahuma Bosco Ocansey)
Kweenaba On Artiste Spotlight
Kweenaba On Artiste Spotlight
KWEENABA Singer-songwriter Kweenaba officially Onyamepe Opuku-Agyemang is so much more than an amazing performer; she is also a highly talented scriptwriter, actress, and film director. With a beautiful melodious operatic voice reminiscent of Asa, Kweenaba has self-classified her style as fairy R&B and afro-dancehall. a unique combination of dark cabaret, electronica, and new age. She adopts a…
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There’s No Original Reggae/Dancehall Artiste In Ghana – Bessa Simmons
There’s No Original Reggae/Dancehall Artiste In Ghana – Bessa Simmons
The acting president of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons, says there is no recording artiste in Ghana who champions the reggae and dancehall genre. According to him, all the musicians who claim to be topping the genre such as Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy and Samini, are mostly doing highlife music and not reggae or dancehall. Speaking on Asempa FM, Mr Simons said most of the…
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MUSIGA discounts Registration Fees - Bessa Simons
MUSIGA discounts Registration Fees – Bessa Simons
MUSIGA discounts Registration Fees – Bessa Simons
MUSIGA discounts Registration Fees, effective September 2020
The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has announced new rates for renewal of membership.
In a recent NEC meeting, it was agreed that in view of the effect of Covid-19 pandemic on musicians,a relief package should be designed as one of the…
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Obour steps down, Bessa Simons takes over as MUSIGA President
Obour steps down, Bessa Simons takes over as MUSIGA President
First Vice President of Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons has been appointed as Acting President by the Union’s Countrywide Executive Council (NEC).
Bessa Simons’ appointment was confirmed at a meeting on Friday, August 30 and he is envisioned to direct the body right until the nationwide government elections just take put.
The NEC also appointed previous Next Vice President, Rev.…
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MUSIGA invested Ghc70,000 In Menzgold – Vice Prez reveals
MUSIGA invested Ghc70,000 In Menzgold – Vice Prez reveals
Speculations that Musiga invested money to embattled gold dealership firm Menzgold is true.
We can now announce that the Musician’s Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) is a client of Nana Appiah Mensah aka NAM1.
Confirming the speculations, Browngh.com sighted a video where a presidential aspirant and ace highlife musician Bessa Simons stated that they have their monies at Menzgold.
Speaking to Larry Bozzlz…
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Play Africa Music launches in Accra, sells songs for 50 pesewas
Play Africa Music launches in Accra, sells songs for 50 pesewas
Play Africa Music, a Ghana-based online music store has officially launched its service. A press conference held at Badu Lounge in Accra on Friday, February 23, 2018 had key MUSIGA and GHAMRO stakeholders as well as the media and some musicians in attendance.
Play Africa is an application which only promotes, streams and sells only African music. The application runs on Android and iOS. This…
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