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“E.L’s “Efa Wo Ho Ben” Video Is Worth The Hype

When E.L released “Efa Wo Ho Ben” last December, the consensus among music fans was unanimous: the V.O Nation act has a song to draw attention towards himself and by extension, place him at the top of the pack; where he belongs. The hip hop record which sampled “Wano P3 Asem” by the Amazing Chorale was an exciting listen in […]

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Killbeats Vs. Richie Was A Torch Handing Ceremony Than Pound For Pound Challenge

“There’s always going to be space for battle in hip hop. For competition. It’s just an inseparable part of the game.” The complexity of music as we know is the fact that it can compel us to act, react and reassure ourselves that we are not alone in anything. It has the power to convince us to dream, reach and […]

Music 2 min read

Review: E.L Can Take Off (Again) With “Songs For Girls 3”

With love as its centrepiece, “Songs For Girls” reveals all the musical influences that have defined E.L’s career across the years. Bumps are inevitable. They often occur on the highway of life when everything is going on as planned. The bumps and the inertia it stirs are mostly wake up calls. They offer a moment for self-introspection, as well as […]

Music 4 min read

How D-Cryme Stole A Moment And Won Our Hearts On “Get On The Dancefloor”

If D-Cryme had given up music after his nationwide hit “Kill Me Shy”, Ghanaians would still have remembered the Tema based rapper with reverence as we do Jay Dee of “Alampan” fame. D-Cryme’s stake in today’s music has not been as resolute as many would have hoped. He was tipped for greater things after earning his breakthrough: first off a […]

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Album Review: “GreySkies Are Smokescreens” By Sizz The Truth

Two years ago, Sizz The Truth offered a glimpse into his art with “The Whole Truth”, a 10 track album that had features from Ko-Jo Cue and Cina Soul. The tape also boasted some notable records like “Never Told”, “Longest Round” and “Fatality”. It also exhibited Sizz’s love for melodious rap. In our review of the album, we described Sizz […]

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REVIEW: “I Don’t Feel Like Going Outside”; Me Too BRYAN, Me Too.

As at publishing this review, BRYAN THE MENSAH’s EP “I Don’t Feel Like Going Outside” (IDFLGO) had earned 30K streams on Boomplay Music; a good feat considering the EP has been out for close to a week. This steaming statistic for “IDFLGO” is unsurprising. The content of the EP resonates with many and confirms the growth of BRYAN THE MENSAH […]

Music 4 min read

Talking Verses: Elsie Raad Paints The Struggle of Writing A Verse on “OLE”

It’s okay if the name Elsie Raad has not registered on your roll of artiste. She has not hit the limelight or mainstream just yet. But for those with eyes and ears on the non-mainstream circuits, she is one of the most talented rappers you will encounter. She is the only female among a cackle of hyenas of beat slayers […]

Music 4 min read

Skillions: DemoTapes

In 2006, a group of young rappers formed the first rap collective in Ghana. They would go on to release a cult classic. Their vision for hip hop in Ghana was thus planted. Thirteen years on, they are still playing important roles in pushing the genre across the globe. In 2006, a group of young, talented, hip hop enamored youths […]

Music 9 min read

Review: KoJo Trip – Lumber Jack

2019 was the year several young rappers put their feet at the door, craned into room while prepping themselves for a full entrance. The list is tall but the ones that roll off the top of my head include Yung Pabi, WXG, Bryan The Mensah, Yung Bazz, Kwame Yesu, Tripp Nie, Chief Kellz and more. All these rappers are looking […]

Music 3 min read

Bryan The Mensah Has The “MEDICINE”

The New Year is upon us. So is new music from Bryan The Mensah. The rapper has chosen this day – which doubles as his birthday to open his musical account with a new single titled “MEDICINE”. The single also came with a video. The record does not deviate from the music style of Bryan The Mensah: the lyrics are […]

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