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Digital music marketing, fan engagements propel music career – Jonilar
In recent times, stakeholders in the music business especially have realized and begun to harness the digital music market. Often termed as the new gold mine, the various digital music stores have provided platforms for musicians, producers and creators to sell their music digital to a vast audience across the world.
Even though Ghana and by extension, the African continent is yet to understand and adopt the concept, there have been a number of workshops by professionals to enlighten creative people. One of such workshops was the just ended GOME Awards Nominees announcement and workshop. The event which took place on June 15 in Accra brought together musicians and other stakeholders in the music business within the Ga Adangme parameters.
Blogger and Digital content manager, Jonathan Nii Laryea, popularly known as Jonilar urged artistes to inculcate digital music marketing in plying their music trade.
He said that the digital music stores where designed to sell and duplicate works.
He noted that most musicians and record labels missed out on the sequence involved with regards to music promotion after production. He made this submission at the just ended workshop organized by the GOME Awards team.
Jonilar indicated that music ought to be licensed ideally by music rights organizations (GHAMRO in Ghana or other online organizations) first. This, he said, was to protect the intellectual property and ensure equitable distribution of proceeds realized from its use.
He also stressed on the importance of growing their organic fan base and alternatively, boosting engagement online.
Jonilar added that being a talented artiste alone wasn't enough to push the craft to success.
In this vein, he advised musicians to limit the manner in which they make their works free to download. He urged them to embrace the ‘new gold mine' and increase their fans' appeal to steer their music careers to fruition.
GOME Awards is an annual award ceremony that seeks to appreciate, encourage and recognize the efforts of the various corporate bodies, individuals, Hospitality Institutions and organizations within the Ga-Dangme entertainment industry for their contributions and support in the development of Ga-Dangme.
The awards night is slated for August 3.
Here is the full nomination list for GOME awards 2019:
GA DAMGBE EVENT HOUSE OF THE YEAR
Kode 4 GH
Agidor Event
5 Koncept GH
No Joke Event
Menscort Event
Nonoonii Ghana
Halifax Entertainment
Hype TV
Enabort Entertainment
Ojekoo Radio
Billy Jane Event
Meshugah Event
Soo High GH
XCINDIN Media
AFRO POP ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Adolf Tagoe
Nii Funny
Kamelyeon
Sketil
Fanta Wan
BandyBwoy
Tsoobi
Joe Quaye
Luta
Apaatse
Susuma Shado
Teshie Boi
HIP-HOP SONG OF THE YEAR
Toy Boy
Great Pikin
Cofee Walabi
Mingle X
Chymny Crane
Rhyno Iver
B Flame
Ga Boi
HIGHLIFE (ET MENSAH) OF THE YEAR
Nii Funny
Teshie Boi
De Man
Adolf Tagoe
Charlorson
Michael .T. Amui
Cina Soul
King Jerry
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
Bliss Drum
Edmund Amarfio
Sire Choppenson
Dc Films
6 Miludo Media
Penyoyes Films
Dir Tee
Oris
Eddie Adjei
Nii Xowah
Kwaku Derrick
CHANNEL OF THE YEAR
Amansan Tv
Latenu Radio
Radio Universe
Obonu Fm
Tv Africa
A World In Accra
Z Tv
Amanie Fm
YOUTH ENTREPRENUER/ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR
Enoch Alabi Nyomowoko
Clement Ashia
Michael Dankwah Cofie
Epixode
Nii Marmah Mantey
Kelvin Moses
Naa .A. Lamley
Nii Konney
Nii Aryeetey Aryeetey
Dorcas Naa Atswei Komey
Bernard Bornaparte
Silva Naa Adjetey Koney
Gladstone .I. Kwawukume
Flex Ezontey
Article One Foundation
Kirk Will De Barber
Isaac Nii Kwetey Owoo
SOCIAL MEDIA (ONLINE) PROMOTER PLATFORM OF THE YEAR
Ganyobi
Greymotioin
Torsca Gh
Ga Damgbe Group
Kasapafmonline.Com
Gamashie Blogger
Ga Adafitswaa Wolo
Ghmusichype.Com
Ndh Media Consult
A World In Accra
GA DAMGBE GOSPEL ACT OF THE YEAR
Harry King
Donald Quao
Nii Soul
Tahulor Jesse
Klent Kell
Luigi Maclean
Bernard Ampofo
Raphael Quaye
TV & RADIO PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
Emma Addo
Nii Ayetey Amarh
Tete Wayo-Sampson
Naa Odey Adenku
Nii Odai Afotey Kofie
Nii Adjetey
Edward Nii Commetey
Manye Naa Tee
Nettey Akoso Nertey
Dj Eddibo
Naami Okine
COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR
Nii Oo Nii
Bismark The Joke
Ayi Kwei Sporto
Mjthecomedian
Nii Kpakpo
Papa Shamo
DJ OF THE YEAR
Von Nii Otto Cofie
Dj Mark D
Dj Sticky
Dj Xlim
Mc Versace
Dj Lastic
Dj Emma Addo
Dj 31st
Dj Wizzy
Dj Levin
Dj Networrk
Dj Kpo
Mc Barister
Mc Patience Quao (Too Cute)
Dj Eddibo
MODEL OF THE YEAR
Alberta Neequaye
Ebenezer Nii Odai Tetteh
Maxis Armah
Naa Lamiley Lamptey
Naa Aku Shika Tetteh
Abraham Stanley-Pierre
Dezerilla Dede Tetteh
Naa Koshie Lamptey
VOCAL POWER OF THE YEAR
Cina Soul
Apaatse
Luta
Kamelyeon
Luigi Maclean
Nii Soul
DANCEHALL ACT OF THE YEAR
Guchi Wale
Vybz Shella
Sean Taylor
Masaany
Kamelyeon
Vybz Flair
Luta
Tsoobi
King Zumm
Epixode
SOUND ENGINEER OF THE YEAR
B More
Chapter Beatz
Spanky Beatz
Ronny Turn Up
Kofi Metta
Gmk
Trojan
No Joke
Skilis
Ugly Beatz
Jusina Play
Fairytale
Konfem
King One Beat
NEW ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Ben Hamms
G Money
Nii Yaw
Dr Pillow
Poundney
Edi B
Sqery
Mingle X
Fatozia
Merx Jagador
Euni Mello
PROMISING STAR OF THE YEAR (ARTISTE OF THE YEAR)
Kamelyeon
Nii Funny
Teshie Boi
Cina Soul
Ga Boi
Bandy Bwoy
Sean Taylor
Epixode
Tsoobi
Nii Soul
Clent Kell
Masaany
DANCE/CULTURAL GROUP OF THE YEAR
Dzuta Dance Theatre
La Dadekotopon Cultural Troupe
Ekome Feemo Cultural Troupe
Gbejeloi Cultural Troupe
Humble Stars
African Youth Theatre
Rockers Dance Crew
Telema Bii
Tsoobi Gmc
ONUKPA AWARDS
Gasmila
Adotey Titor
Dkb
Shatta Wale
Tinny
Halifax
Dj Lalu
Adjetey Sowah
Klala
Skrew Face
Story By: Suad Yakubu
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KO7’s Name Appears In A Class Project For Ghana Institute Of Journalism(GIJ)
Ghanaian Eastern Regions fast uprising musician, KO7's name has again appeared in a Ghanaian Institute Journalism school project.
KO7's name this time around appeared in a journalism school project on the end of second-semester exams of level 200 students studying Journalism at Ghana Institute Of Journalism.
The students were asked to produce a new paper article as their project work with stories from Current Affairs, Sports, Current Affairs and Entertainment.
GET TO KNOW ABOUT KO7
John Nkansah, popularly known as KO7 , is a fast-rising artist from Kwahu Obomeng in the Eastern Region of Ghana, With his unique blend of highlife and afrobeat, he has quickly become a fan favorite in the region and beyond.
KO7 Music started his music career in 2013 and has been on a steady rise ever since. He caught the attention of music lovers in the region with his hit song “Ya Socketti” in 2019, which showcased his catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.
In 2019, KO7 Music won the Eastern Music Awards Best Collaboration of the Year award, and this served as a stepping stone for him to gain more recognition in the industry. He has also won the Kwahu Music Awards Artist of the Year in 2022 and 2023, as well as the Eastern Music Awards Artiste of the Year in 2022 and 2023.
Some of KO7 Music's notable songs include “Gaza,” “Na Who,” “Style Biaabi,” and “Ya Socketti.” He also released a song titled “All Stars” in 2021, which featured all the top artists in Kwahu. This song served as a testament to his ability to bring artists together and create a hit song.
Apart from his music, KO7 Music is also known for his philanthropic works in the community. He has used his platform to support various initiatives, including providing scholarships to students in his hometown and supporting the construction of a community library. KO7 Music has featured a lot of top artists on his songs such as Fameye, Obibini, Epixode, Luther now Luta GH, and many other top artists.
KO7 Music is a rising star in the Ghanaian music industry, and his talent and hard work have earned him a loyal fan base. With his unique sound and dedication to his craft, it is only a matter of time before he becomes a household name in Ghana and beyond.
KO7 Music's hard work and dedication to his craft have paid off, and he has worked with various record labels such as Sent One Records, Wireless Moni Crew, and Team Success Entertainment. He is currently signed under 7Muzik record label and has been making waves with his latest song titled ‘No Fake' and enjoying good streaming numbers in the digital space.
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2023 shows played by Ko7
1. OBOUBA FM EASTER AKWAABA BASH
2. ADOM FM KWAHU EASTER
3. AFC
4. Ghana tertiary excellence awards
5. Ko7 Accra invation annual show organized by Team Ko7
6. Eastern music festival
7. The trap bars lunch
8. Eastern Music awards
9. XSSENCE party
10. Ponobiom & friends pool party.
11. Ghana talk radio street carnival
2024
1. Poum fest
2. Rep your jersey pool party
3. Kwahu music awards
4. Adom Kwahu Easter(in March).
PR STORY BY : ZOLLA NIE
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Jonilar Urges Ghanaian creatives to watch industry trends
Ghanaian digital music expert Jonilar known in real life Jonathan Nii Laryea has stressed the importance of understanding industry standards, pointing out that many talented creatives struggle due to a lack of awareness about some of the key aspects that could determine their success.
Jonilar, who doubles as Ghana country director and brand ambassador for Uganda-based aggregator Omziki, made this known while speaking at the second edition of the Digital Music Education Seminar held on 23 March at the Okumah Executive Lodge in the Bono East region of Ghana.
The seminar, running under the theme bridging the Gap between Music Education and the Industry, sought to equip musicians and creatives with essential knowledge about the music industry.
Other speakers for the event included health professional and MC Yaw Ampofo Adomako, public relations expert Isaac Sosito, as well as broadcasters Gideon Kwame Sarkodie and Bretuoba Kwabena.
Jonilar noted that instead of solely relying on social media for support, musicians should invest in learning how to establish connections within the industry. He further urged local media to prioritise crafting radio content that educates creatives and reiterated his call from last year's event to the government and other stakeholders to invest in digital music incubator programmes in junior and senior high schools nationwide.
At last year's seminar,Jonilar also proposed a one-year tax break for media and influencers promoting arts, music, and tourism to bolster Ghana's creative and cultural sectors.
Ampofo, meanwhile, emphasised the significance of mental wellness for creatives,
highlighting its role in preventing unforeseen consequences, while Kwame Sarkodie advised musicians to cultivate business relationships with media professionals to enhance their visibility on radio. Sosito underscored the importance of improving communication skills and seeking professional assistance in managing one's brand.
Speaking to Music In Africa, Jonilar said the event “has been very impactful,” adding that he was excited about the turnout. “It shows the zeal and level of commitment by musicians and creatives here to learning new ways they can advance their careers.”
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In their latest musical collaboration, Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah have taken a bold step to address issues in African society. Their new song, titled ‘Change,' serves as a powerful call to action, urging Africans and Ghanaians to demand accountability from their political leaders. The artists emphasize that the failures of corrupt politicians should not be tolerated or excused, and instead advocate for a collective effort towards positive change.
At a time when corruption and political misconduct continue to hinder progress in many African nations, ‘Change' serves as a much-needed anthem for disillusioned citizens. Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah deliver an empowering message, encouraging Africans to take a stand against the rampant corruption that has plagued their societies for far too long. Through their lyrics, the artists emphasize the importance of holding politicians accountable and demanding transparency in governance.
The song ‘Change' highlights the artists' frustration with the lack of development and progress resulting from the actions of corrupt politicians. Michael and Ebenezer's lyrics convey a sense of disappointment, as they express the belief that Africans and Ghanaians deserve better leadership. They emphasize that the failures of politicians should not be an excuse for the stagnation of their countries; instead, it should be a catalyst for change and collective action.
‘Change' by Michael Adjetey and Ebenezer Okrah serves as a rallying cry for Africans and Ghanaians to address the issue of corruption in their respective countries. Through their powerful lyrics, the artists urge citizens to hold their leaders accountable and work towards achieving a brighter future. This song has the potential to inspire a collective movement towards positive change, empowering individuals to actively participate in shaping the destiny of their nations.
Ebenezer and Michael believe in hard work. However, they also affirm the believe that without God, nothing is impossible. They implore society in general to change from iniquities to holiness, for what shall it profit a man/woman, if you gain the whole world but lose your soul. “Change” is a clarion call for salvation, not only to the politicians, but to all humanity. So, going forward, if we say “OPUTUNUU”, you say “WA MA TSA K3 MI”. We've got to change inside y'all. Change MUST Come.
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