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Jumbo Aniebiet: Uncovered

Written by Prudence Chauke | January 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Jumbo Anibiet uncovered, a journey through ones man’s eye opening lesson of how the sades tragic in his life gave birth to a new world filled with purpose , foundation-ed with love. Enjoy!

jumbobrandnewday Jamati: Welcome under our tree and thank you for gracing us with your journey. » Read more…

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Green October III is finally here!

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | January 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Tribe X Entertainment has made it, it’s mission to promote the positive side of Nigerian culture. Harrison “Harry Baba” Nwozo states that ” The negative stereotypes that are rampant in reference to Nigeria need to be addressed and changed.” With that idea in mind, his company, Tribe X Entertainment, has worked to re-brand Nigeria through a marketing and promotional campaign that would project to the world a more positive image of the country and it’s people by sharing the extraordinary creative talents that Nigeria has to offer in music, culture, fashion, and art.

Green October Volume 3 Cover

Kenyan film, ‘Pumzi’, at the Sundance Festival

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | January 26, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Wanuri Kahiu, director of the award-winning movie, From A Whisper, has once again come up with a winning film–a sci-fi short film, ‘Pumzi (‘air’ or ‘breathe‘ in Kiswahili).

Wanuri Kahiu

Miriam’s “Pata Pata” featured on the new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour commercial

Written by Prudence Chauke | January 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Mama Makeba

Mama Mirriam Makeba might no longer be with us but her music will forever live on. Recently Mirriam Makeba’s most famous hit song “Pata Pata” has been featured in the new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour commercial and ironically enough this is the same and the last song that she performed shortly after her passing in November 2008, in Italy. Surely she is not forgotten, Lala Ngoxolo (Rest in peace). Click here for the commercial: Mirriam Makeba\’s 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour commercial » Read more…

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Wale – My Sweetie

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | January 24, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Jamati Online is always proud of the African artists who proudly pronounce their heritage. Wale has a song on his album, Attention Deficit, that might be familiar to some of you. My Sweetie has that familiar song by Sierra Leonean, Bunny Mack a.k.a. Cecil Bunting MacCormack, in the background.

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“Brand New Day” by Jumbo Aniebiet

Written by Prudence Chauke | January 21, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Jumbo Aniebiet is a native Nigerian Jazz and R&B singer, song writer and producer who’s biggest tragedy in his life lead to his vocation. Although Jumbo began playing the harmonica at age 6, it wasn’t until the tragic loss of his mother that he developed a stronger passion for music. Through hard work ,and growth of his artistry, Jumbo’s doors opened up as he worked with great artists such as South African legendary jazz musician, Hugh Masekhela and Nigerian Queen of Soul, Yinka Davis.

Jumbo - Brand New Day

Staying in shape with Evans Amoako

Interview by Ameyaw Debrah | January 21, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Budding US-based Ghanaian fitness and sports model, Evans Amoako is committed to working hard, staying in shape and becoming one of the best fitness models out of Africa. Born in Ghana, Evans was always very passionate about sports. It is therefore no surprise that at age 24 he has been involved in college cross-country, track & field as well as soccer. He has been working out for nine years with dreams of becoming a fitness and sports model, drawing inspiration from fellow models, Obi Obadike and Sebastian Siegel.

Evans Amoako

Fresh and chic, KNAF Couture

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | January 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Young talented budding fashion designer, Kayda Nana Afriyie Frimpong is gradually making her KNAF Couture clothing line a household name in Ghana and eventually across the continent. As a graduate of the International Academy of Design with a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Afriyie’s highly stylish, custom-made and original clothes are designed to accentuate the female figure; and to compliment the male build or to make them look twice at any woman wearing the signature piece.

Knaf Coutoure

Africa unites: NOISETTES- “Don’t Upset The Rhythm (Go Baby Go)” ft: Wale & Estelle

Written by Prudence Chauke | January 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment

thenoisettes I must say that one of the best things in the Music industry, is seeing the uniting of African artists in the name of producing good, high quality music.

British Rock band, Noisettes, have collaborated with two of Africa’s best artists, Wale and Estelle, in the remix of “Don’t Upset The Rhythm (Go Baby Go)”, an upbeat dance tune with a very rocky-hip-hop, catchy tune. » Read more…

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Ghana movie industry gets Ghallygold Awards

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | January 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment

The Ghanaian movie industry, Ghallywood, recently received a boast with the launch of GhallyGold awards that would honour excellence in that industry.

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Angelique Kidjo returns with her next studio album – “OYO”, out February 9th

Written by Prudence Chauke | January 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment

I must say the year couldn’t have a better start musically. It began with the return of Sade with her 6th studio album due for release in February and now Angelique Kidjo is set to release her her next studio album titled “OYO’ in February 9th.