I recently came across a thought-provoking thread on twitter by @CB_theSAINT that makes good reading and thought i’d share with you . Feel free to disagree or comment.
I should do a thread of the most underrated and under appreciated artistes in Ghana
— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
Okay so these are not upcoming artistes. These musicians have been around for quite sometime making good music but still not highly regarded
— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
For some we know their music but not their names. for others we just hear their names in passing but don’t actually bother to pay attention
— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
1. WIYAALA
Superb vocal presence. She will out sing your favourite female musician anytime. Probably not highly regarded because of her dialect.
2. AKWABOAH
Best songwriter in Ghana hands down. His song “I do love u” is a classic example of timeless music. Sark’s Mary album? Yup him.
3. C-REAL
Put him against any emcee in Africa and he will make u proud. Still underrated because Ghanaians don’t really appreciate good hip hop.
4. JUPITAR
His name is out there but for his talent he should really be rubbing shoulders on the big stages with the big names.
5. LUTHER
Wisa’s “ekiiki mi” wouldn’t have been such a hit if not for him. Anytime you hear “ooooshh” you know it’s time to dirty yourself.
6. ADINA
She really needs to put in more effort in getting her music on the airwaves. A listen of any Adina’s songs will melt your insides.
7. AK SONGSTRESS
The best female dancehall artiste in Ghana. Listen to these songs and come back to this post. “Machine man” , “Funky fresh” .
8. ENO
She just needs two things : Better branding , better management. Eno is a good rapper regardless of gender.
9. YAA PONO
Everyone knows this. I shouldn’t even talk plenty. Who doesn’t love Yaa Pono? So why is he not headlining major events?!.
10. XO SENAVOE
I honestly think he has himself to blame. He has bars for days but doesn’t seem to be doing music wholeheartedly.
11. SHAKER
Shaker Really needs to be commanding a bigger fan base and headlining shows. He has some of the best hooks ever. Also makes dope beats.
12. DARK SUBURB
Not surprising. Ghanaians are too used to ‘boom boom kye’ music so can’t really relate to anything alternate.
13. EAZZY
Eazzy too hardworking and consistent to be so underappreciated. Has very good stagecraft. Deserves much more credit from Ghanaians.
14. IRENE LOGAN
Like XO she really has herself to blame. Started really well but someway somehow faded out. Should really be a bigger star.
15. PREACHERS
This is actually an urban gospel group. Three songs ‘Crazy for God’ , ‘Meyi way3’ & ‘No juju’. Listen and come back to this post.
16. DADIE OPANKA
A lesser appreciated Yaa Pono. I’m sure anyone reading this would have a smile on his/her face just by seeing his name.
17. CABUM
Please stop nodding your head. An even lesser appreciated Yaa Pono and Opanka.
18. GURU
This whole thread should be dedicated to this guy. What hasn’t he done? He’s big no doubt but we all know Guru should be way bigger.
Alright.. I guess that’s it. Would have added Strongman and Tee Phlow but I don’t think they quite fit yet.
— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
Feel free to disagree or comment.
But please let’s APPRECIATE these artistes more. They are really trying.
Thanks. ?— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
I know getting your music mainstream is hard but I feel these are great artistes who do not get the props they deserve.
— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
Other artistes like Klu, Dex Kwesi, Gemini, Stargo are also grinding hard but I know they preparing some ??? to take over so it’s chill pic.twitter.com/LB5s18fXDZ
— El Santo (@CB_theSAINT) September 29, 2016
A List Of The Most Underrated And Underappreciated Artistes In Ghana
A List Of The Most Underrated And Underappreciated Artistes In Ghana
