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Ghanaian rapper Kweku Smoke has reached a major career milestone after successfully staging his first-ever UK headline concert at Electric Brixton in London.The show, held on Friday, drew a strong turnout of fans from across the United Kingdom, with the rapper delivering a setlist packed with some of his most popular records. The performance marked a significant step in his international journey, coming years after building a steady fan base at home and abroad.In a post shared after the concert, Kweku Smoke described the moment as the fulfilment of a long-held dream. He thanked fans for their continued support through streaming, show attendance and overall loyalty, adding that the achievement would not have been possible without them.He also expressed gratitude to his team and collaborators who supported the event, while giving special recognition to fellow rapper Sarkodie for his consistent encouragement. Kweku Smoke further acknowledged industry figures including Bola Ray, Shatta Wale, Quamina MP, KiDi, Oseikrom Sikanii and OG Bradez for attending and showing support.<figure id="figure-3sxriwu2g8mpwpwu3n"><img id="3sxriwu2g8mpwpwu3n" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2f5IBBJT2trLMh4IdX2qT6DoVDO7y6IVj29ovHWCyhmmpMoQlTQIS35FLWOVrgbh.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-2xl md:rounded-3xl lg:rounded-4xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionX="undefined" data-positionY="undefined" data-fullWidth="false"/></figure>

Kweku Smoke Makes UK Headline Debut With Electric Brixton Show

Accra’s nightlife culture has experienced a noticeable shift over the past year, and much of that energy can be traced back to DJ Breezy’s Sounds Of Breezy (S.O.B) movement. What started as a simple rave concept has now grown into one of the city’s most consistent and talked-about nightlife experiences, bringing together music lovers, creatives and partygoers under one vibrant atmosphere. Before the official launch of the event series, DJ Breezy first tested the waters with SOB: The Rave on February 23, 2025, at the Accra Mall Food Court. The event introduced audiences to the raw energy and immersive nightlife experience that would later define the S.O.B brand. From the music selection to the crowd engagement, the rave immediately hinted at something fresh that resonated with Accra’s youth culture. Following the success of the rave, the official launch of Sounds Of Breezy took place on March 9, 2025, at Front/Back in Osu. The launch edition drew an exciting lineup featuring KiDi, Joey B, Cina Soul and Camidoh, alongside some of the country’s top DJs and MCs. The event delivered nonstop music and performances that kept patrons fully engaged throughout the night, instantly placing S.O.B among the city’s emerging nightlife staples. In just over a year, the event has continued to evolve beyond a regular party series. S.O.B has moved through different venues including Republic Bar, Front/Back and Enzo, with each edition attracting larger crowds and stronger cultural relevance. The series has also expanded into alternative spaces with experiences like its Kantamanto day party, reflecting DJ Breezy’s effort to connect nightlife with different parts of Accra’s creative scene. The one-year anniversary celebration held on Friday, April 24, at Enzo in East Legon further highlighted the event’s growing influence. The sold-out night featured appearances and performances from Pappy Kojo, Joey B, KiDi and AratheJay, while top DJs and MCs delivered the signature energy patrons have come to expect from the S.O.B experience. The anniversary edition served as a reflection of how quickly the movement has become embedded within Ghana’s nightlife culture. As the brand continues to grow, Sounds Of Breezy is proving to be more than just a nightlife event. It has become a platform that blends music, fashion, dance and youth culture into one experience while creating a community around sound and celebration. With another major edition scheduled for Friday, May 29, at Enzo in East Legon and hosted by dance group DWP, DJ Breezy’s S.O.B movement continues to push the boundaries of Accra’s nightlife scene.

Breezy’s "Sounds Of Breezy" Is Redefining Accra’s Nightlife Culture

South African DJ and producer Black Coffee delivered a landmark performance at London’s O2 Arena on Friday, May 22, headlining a sold-out show that blended electronic music with a full live orchestra.The concert featured a series of high-profile guest appearances, including American singer Alicia Keys, alongside orchestral arrangements, a choir, and staged surprises that elevated the production into a multi-layered live experience.The show marked a significant moment in Black Coffee’s international career, as he brought together electronic beats and classical instrumentation on one stage, creating a fusion that underscored his evolution as a global performer.It also represented a milestone at the iconic London venue, where he had previously performed in its smaller Indigo space, before stepping onto the main stage for what has been described as one of his most ambitious live productions to date.

Black Coffee Makes O2 Arena History With Live Orchestra Performance

Multiple Award-winning Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has spoken about the debate around artistes delaying performances due to low early audience turnout, saying he has personally experienced similar situations.The award-winning rapper recalled his debut performance at London’s Indigo at The O2, where he said he arrived to find a far smaller early crowd than expected for a show that was officially sold out.“My people insisted we wait a bit,” he wrote on X, but added that he chose to go ahead regardless, saying: “Even if it’s 30 people I wanna go and I did.” Sarkodie also noted that international venues operate on strict schedules, warning that “your lights goes off in the middle of your show when time is up,” and stressed the importance of starting on time for fans already in attendance.

Sarkodie Recalls Starting Debut Indigo O2 Show Despite Low Early Turnout

The Telecel Ghana Music Awards 2026 came to a thrilling close at the Grand Arena on Saturday night with some of Ghana’s biggest music stars walking away with major honours after a year of impressive releases and performances.Leading the night was Black Sherif, who was crowned Artiste of the Year for the second time in his career after first winning the top prize at the 24th TGMA in 2023. The “Iron Boy” hitmaker dominated the ceremony with five awards, including Album/EP of the Year for Iron Boy, Best HipHop Song for “Where Dem Boys”, Best Afropop Song for “Sacrifice” and Songwriter of the Year.Medikal also enjoyed a strong night, picking up four awards including Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste, Best Hiplife Song and Most Popular Song of the Year with “Shoulder” featuring Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM. The song also won Collaboration of the Year, further cementing its status as one of the biggest records of the year. Kofi Kinaata added to his impressive TGMA record after winning Best Highlife Song for “It Is Finished” and Best Highlife Artiste. Stonebwoy was named Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste, while Wendy Shay took home the Best Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste award.One of the talking point on the night came from Moliy, whose international success with “Shake It To The Max Remix” earned wins for Best Reggae/Dancehall Song and International Collaboration of the Year alongside Shenseea and Skillibeng. Rising star Kojo Blak also continued his breakthrough year after winning Best New Artiste and Best Afrobeats Song for “Excellent” featuring Kelvyn Boy. See Full List of WinnersArtiste of the Year — Black Sherif Album/EP of the Year — Iron Boy — Black Sherif Record of the Year — “Enso Nyame Y3” — Kwabena Kwabena Best Female Vocal Performance — Enam — “Amin” Best Male Vocal Performance — Asiama — “Akoma” Songwriter of the Year — Black Sherif — “Sacrifice” Best Rap Performance — Strongman — “Mensei Da” Best Music Video — AratheJay — “Put Am On God” Most Popular Song of the Year — Medikal ft Shatta Wale &amp; Beeztrap KOTM — “Shoulder” Best Afrobeats Song — Kojo Blak ft Kelvyn Boy — “Excellent” Best Afropop Song — Black Sherif — “Sacrifice” Best Hiplife Song — Medikal ft Shatta Wale &amp; Beeztrap KOTM — “Shoulder” Best HipHop Song — Black Sherif — “Where Dem Boys” Best Highlife Song — Kofi Kinaata — “It Is Finished” Best Reggae/Dancehall Song — Moliy, Shenseea, Skillibeng &amp; Silent Addy — “Shake It To The Max Remix” Best Traditional Gospel Song — Piesie Esther — “Nyame Ye” Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song — Kofi Owusu Peprah — “Big God Afro” Collaboration of the Year — Medikal ft Shatta Wale &amp; Beeztrap KOTM — “Shoulder” International Collaboration of the Year — Moliy, Shenseea, Skillibeng &amp; Silent Addy — “Shake It To The Max Remix” Best New Artiste — Kojo Blak Best Gospel Artiste — Diana Hamilton Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste — Medikal Best Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste — Wendy Shay Best Highlife Artiste — Kofi Kinaata Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste — Stonebwoy Audio Engineer of the Year — Daniel Grüll — “Enso Nyame Y3” Best African Song — Davido ft Omah Lay — “With You” Best Group — Keche Music for Good — Lali x Lola — “Crox It Out (Breast Cancer)” Lifetime Achievement Award — Daddy Lumba

Celebrating Ghana's Music Stars: Highlights from the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards

Davido has been named among the 2026 inductees for the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame, becoming only the second Nigerian artist to receive the honour after Fela Kuti. The recognition celebrates Davido’s contribution to global music and his role in expanding the reach of Afrobeats internationally. Organisers say the induction ceremony will be held on 1 June in Atlanta’s Historic Westside, where honourees are commemorated with plaques along the walkway. Founded by the Black American Music Association and the Georgia Entertainment Caucus, the Walk of Fame honours influential figures whose work has shaped Black music and entertainment across generations. Davido joins a 2026 class that includes Ludacris, Paul S. Morton and Maynard Jackson. Since its launch in 2021, the initiative has also honoured stars such as Beyoncé, Usher and Stevie Wonder.

Davido to Be Inducted into 2026 Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame

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