IRAWMA 2025: Shatta Wale Wins 3 Major Awards Including Best Music Video

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3 months ago

April 1, 2025

Shatta Wale lifted the flag of Ghana high at the 2025 International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA), where he won three (3) major awards on the night.

Held at the Coral Springs Centre for the Arts on Sunday, March 30, 2025, Shatta Wale won the award for Best Music Video with his single Killa Ji Mi.

He also won the award for Best Crossover Song with Commando, featuring Bounty Killer.

To crown it all, the Already hitmaker also won the Best African Dancehall Entertainer.

Other winners on the night included Shenseaa, Vybz Kartel and many others.

Below is the list of winners for the 2025 International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA).

Emperor of Reggae & World Music—Hon. Bob Marley Award for Entertainer of the Year

BUJU BANTON

Peter Tosh Award for Recording Artist of the Year

VYBZ KARTEL

Jacob Miller Award for Best Male Vocalist

CHRISTOPHER MARTIN

Best Female Vocalist

ALAINE

Best Song

“HAPPY BIRTHDAY” – BUSY SIGNAL

Best Album/CD

“BOB MARLEY – ONE LOVE” – VARIOUS ARTISTS, MUSIC INSPIRED BY THE FILM

Best Crossover Song

“COMMANDO” – SHATTA WALE, FEATURING BOUNTY KILLER

Hall of Justice Award for Best Gospel Entertainer

“FOREVER GRATEFUL” – RICHIE STEPHENS, FEATURING SANCHEZ

Best EP (Extended Play) Recording

“NEVER GIVE UP” – AGENT SASCO & ROMAIN VIRGO

Best Male DJ/Rapper

BUJU BANTON

Best Female DJ/Rapper

SHENSEEA

Best New Entertainer (Shared)

NIGY BOY

YG MARLEY

Best Calypso/Soca Entertainer

PATRICE ROBERTS

Best Dancehall Stagecraft Entertainer

BEENIE MAN

Best Singjay Entertainer

JAH VINCI

Best African Dancehall Entertainer

SHATTA WALE

Best Afrobeat Entertainer

DIAMOND PLATNUMZ

Best African Entertainer

BURNA BOY

Best R & B/Hip Hop Collab. Reggae Song

“REMIX HOLD YOU” – GYPTIAN FEATURING MINAJ

Best Reggae Rock Entertainer

COLLIE BUDDZ

Best Reggaeton Entertainer

BAD BUNNY

Mutabaruka Award for Best Poet/Spoken Word Entertainer

MARCIA JACKSON

Best Youth Entertainer (Under 19 years old)

QING MADI

Best Music Video

“KILLA JI MI” – SHATTA WALE

Bunny Wailer Award for Most Cultural/Educational Entertainer

CAPLETON

Dennis Brown Award for Most Promising Entertainer

BLVK H3RO

Best Instrumentalist

DEAN FRASER

Best Sound System/DJ

SOUL SUPREME

Most Outstanding Dance Group

IMMORTALS

Best Caribbean Entertainer

BEENIE MAN

Jean B. P. DuSable Award for Best Haitian Entertainer

KODAK BLACK

Record Producer of the Year

DJ CHROME

Comedian of the Year

JULIE MANGO – BEST IRAWMA Song 2025

Concert of the Year

“FREEDOM STREET” – VYBZ KARTEL & PRODUCER DSE (JOSEF BOGDONOVICH), also competing against “REGGAE SUMFEST”

Best Song/Act Saluting VP Kamala Harris (Special)

“JAMERICAN MOMALA’S STORY” – RAS DEAN JAH

Most Active Reggae/Dancehall Social Media Entertainer (Shared)

SEAN PAUL

SHEENSEEA

Best Entertainment Media (TV/Podcast/Video) Influencer

STLEEK MEDIA

Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award

BOUNTY KILLER

Florida Entertainer of the Year (local reggae/world music)

SHUGA

Florida Best Party DJs 2024 (Shared)

DJ TUBBIS AKA DJ RUFUS (Caribbean)

DJ JASON PANTON (Afrobeat)

[NEW MUSIC] Sierra Leonean Artiste Nexlu Unleashes Powerful New Single “One Man”

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4 days ago

June 13, 2025

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Sierra Leonean hip hop and Afrobeat sensation Nexlu is thrilled to announce the release of his electrifying new single, “One Man.” This dynamic track showcases Nexlu’s evolving artistry and genre-bending style, combining infectious Afrobeat rhythms with hard-hitting hip-hop elements and vivid storytelling.

“One Man” takes listeners on a captivating journey of self-discovery and personal responsibility, wrapped in a soundscape that is both modern and culturally rich. With its energetic production and deeply relatable message, the track is poised to resonate with fans across musical genres.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, Nexlu shared that “One Man” was inspired by a rare kind of woman, one with God-fearing beauty, class, confidence, and undeniable charm. “She’s wise, spiritually grounded, and keeps it sweet in public but knows how to flip the script behind closed doors,” Nexlu explained.

Ultimately, “One Man” serves as a heartfelt tribute to the kind of woman every real man dreams of.

The single is now available on all major digital music platforms.

Stream One Man https://oneman.fanlink.tv/nexlu

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[VIDEO] Qwame Stika Breaks Silence Over ‘Yahitti’ Dispute with King Paluta

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6 days ago

June 11, 2025

DerrickManny EveryWhere

Fast-rising music act Qwame Stika has finally broken his silence over the controversy surrounding the hit song Yahitti, originally released by King Paluta. Speaking during a heated interview on Top 103.1 F.M Showbiz with host Londona Niee, Stika revealed that he gave King Paluta the green light to release the song purely out of loyalty and mutual respect.

“I allowed King Paluta to release Yahitti out of loyalty,” he said. “But he broke that bond when he featured Kuami Eugene on the remix without my consent.”

According to Stika, the original track was a collaborative effort, and any major decision regarding its direction or future versions should have involved him. He expressed disappointment that such a critical move featuring a high-profile artist like Kuami Eugene was done behind his back.

“This wasn’t just a song, it was a shared vision. For him to go ahead and make such a big change without even informing me, let alone asking for my input, feels like a betrayal,” he added.

The revelation has sparked debate among fans and industry players alike, with some calling for clearer agreements in collaborations, especially among emerging artists in Ghana’s music scene.

As tensions rise, it remains to be seen whether the two artists will reconcile or if this marks the end of their working relationship.

Watch the Full Interview here.

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Foster Romanus Crowned Celebrity Impact Comedian of the Year at the Debut Ghana Celebrity Impact Awards 25′

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7 days ago

June 10, 2025

DerrickManny EveryWhere

Foster Romanus has added yet another accolade to his growing list of achievements, clinching the “Celebrity Impact Comedian of the Year“ award at the Ghana Celebrity Impact Awards. This honour comes on the heels of his acclaimed comedy show, Romanus Incomplete VI, which was named “Event of the Year“ at the Ghana Comedy Awards.

Held at the National Theatre, Romanus Incomplete VI drew a massive crowd, with attendees spilling into the lobby, an undeniable testament to the show’s success and his star power. Energised by the overwhelming reception, Romanus has promised to elevate this year’s edition even further, with bold ambitions to take Ghanaian comedy to the international stage.

In another groundbreaking achievement, Romanus made history as the first comedian to host the Ghana Music Awards 2025. His hosting performance was nothing short of stellar, marked by sharp wit, a charismatic stage presence, and seamless transitions between entertainment and humour. His ability to balance comedic timing with the gravitas of the occasion earned widespread acclaim.

With these milestones, Foster Romanus continues to cement his legacy as one of Ghana’s leading comedic talents. His recent accomplishments not only highlight his versatility but also reflect his unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of Ghana’s entertainment industry.