The Kpanlogo Riddim Competition officially launches on November 10, 2020. This program invites beat-makers, producers, and artists to remix the “Kpanlogo Riddim” samples recorded at the 2019 Music Preservation workshop at the University of Ghana. Not only is this an opportunity to collaborate with a master drummer from Ghana but also to showcase remixes onContinue reading “Calling all producers that sample African tradition!”
Author Archives: CESAR
Fulbright Presentation Invitation
You are invited to learn more about the key role urban music makers play in music preservation initiatives in Ghana and the Global South. Cesar will illustrate research findings rooted in his experience as a Fulbright Scholar, DJ at 107.9 YFM, and Music Producer at Solidarity Studios. If you are interested in hip-hop, cultural preservation,Continue reading “Fulbright Presentation Invitation”
Are You A Ghanaian Creative Looking For Project Funding?
Welcome to Our Blog Are you a Ghanaian Creative looking to fund your upcoming film, music, or community projects? Check out the opportunities below to explore possible opportunities for your projects. The Ghana Music Project dedicates our efforts to providing you useful information, resources and opportunities for your artistic and intellectual contribution to the world!Continue reading “Are You A Ghanaian Creative Looking For Project Funding?”
How much does it cost to produce one song in Ghana?
How much does it cost to produce one song in Ghana? Imagine, you are a musical creative landing into the culturally rich country of Ghana with the intention to record new afrobeat, hip-hop, and dance music for your EP or Album. You are looking for a professional yet affordable studio to record music but doContinue reading “How much does it cost to produce one song in Ghana?”
Year of Return
December is truly a busy time in Ghana. Over one million visas were issued to other nationals coming to Ghana due to Ghana’s Year of Return Campaign. Those one million visas came to fruition in the month of December. Two major music festivals, Afronation and Afrochella, took place during this time along with hundreds ofContinue reading “Year of Return”
Sounds of Ghana
The Ghana Music Project will release our album, The Sounds of Ghana, in the new year! This will be an album that introduces the various types of musical genres in Ghana. These genres include Afrobeat, Azonto, Traditional Rhythms, Highlife, and Palm Wine. It will be the perfect album for anybody interested in experiencing the commonContinue reading “Sounds of Ghana”
Community Workshops
The Ghana Music Project initiated its first set of community workshops in partnership with Kriswoods Academy. In this workshop, local artist NFL King Grandy, taught song writing and performance techniques to a group of thirty young students using his very own song, “Head Up,” as a learning tool. Click the video link below to watchContinue reading “Community Workshops”
TEMA: The Creative Capitol
Tema, the port city on Ghana’s coast, is widely known as the creative capitol of Ghana. A good friend of mine compared it the West Side of Chicago, and this is a fairly accurate analogy. While the West Side of Chicago produced artist such as Kanye West, Twista, and Saba, Tema has produced artists suchContinue reading “TEMA: The Creative Capitol”
Welcome to Our Blog
The Ghana Music Project blog will serve as our primary way to keep you updated on our latest news regarding the Ghana Music Project. We expect to record music, podcasts, and contribute to music education initiatives in Ghana. We welcome you to our community and thank you for your support. If you have any questions,Continue reading “Welcome to Our Blog”
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