Gyakie — Ghanaian R&B and Afro-fusion singer with multiple international chart entries, nominated for South African Music Awards.
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Ghanaian music artiste Jackline Acheampong, known professionally as Gyakie, has revealed the artiste she dreams of collaborating with. …
My dream collaboration is with Sade – GyakieJoy Online
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has announced December 12 for the return of her annual Gyakie Live concert after a two-year hiatus. …
Gyakie announces December 12 return of Gyakie Live concertJoy Online
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has questioned the importance of artistes following fans on social media, saying meaningful interactions matter more than the follow button. …
Gyakie questions importance of artistes following fans on social mediaJoy Online
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has ushered in a new phase of her career with the release of her latest single, “Your Body (Crazy).” This marks the beginning of a new distribution partnership between Gyakie, her independent record label FlipTheMusic, and Warner Music Africa as she builds …
Gyakie and FlipTheMusic unveil ‘Your Body’ following a new distribution deal with Warner Music AfricaDaily Guide
… Completing the top 20 are Gyakie – 8, Celestine Donkor – 8, Empress Gifty – 8, Eno Barony – 7, Obaapa Christy – 7, Daughters of Glorious Jesus – 6, Esther Smith – 6, Amaarae – 6, and Cina Soul – 6. …
Diana Hamilton Is Most Awarded Ghanaian Female Act Of All TimeDaily Guide
… Efia Odo joined the #EndGalamseyNow and #StopGalamseyNow protests organised by Concerned Citizens Against Galamsey in 2024, alongside figures like John Dumelo and Gyakie. …
I Don’t Belong To Any Political Party – Efia OdoJoy Online
Ghanaian songstress Gyakie has featured on Nigerian duo Ajebo Hustlers’ latest single, 365 Days, strengthening her presence in the Nigerian music market. …
Gyakie features on Ajebo Hustlers’ new song ‘365 Days’Daily Guide
… Shatta Wale’s nine nominations span Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year, Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year – ‘Street Crown’ and ‘Harmattan’ featuring Gyakie, Hiplife/Hip-Hop Song of the Year and Music Producer of the Year. …
Diana Hamilton, Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy Lead Taabea GMA-UK NominationsJoy Online
Ghanaian songstress Gyakie has secured two Top 10 entries on the Apple Music Nigeria Albums Chart with My Diary and After Midnight. …
Gyakie scores double top 10 entry on Apple Music NigeriaJoy Online
… Artistes like Black Sherif, Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Gyakie, and Amaarae have all proven that Ghanaian creativity can travel and compete on the world stage. …
Philip Nai: Ghana’s creative industry needs structure, not just talentGhanaian R&B and Afro-fusion singer Gyakie has revealed that Nigerian-British singer-songwriter Sade is her dream collaborator, citing Sade's love-centred lyrics and vocal tone as qualities she shares and believes would work well together.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian R&B and Afro-fusion singer Gyakie has revealed that Nigerian-British singer-songwriter Sade is her dream collaborator, citing Sade's love-centred lyrics and vocal tone as qualities she shares and believes would work well together.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has announced December 12 for the return of her annual Gyakie Live concert at Ghud Park after a two-year hiatus, marking her first live concert event since the break.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Gyakie questioned the importance of artistes following fans on social media, stating that meaningful interactions and personal connections matter more than the follow button. She argued that she actively engages with her fans through direct messages, learns their names and faces, and that people who know her understand why the follow feature is not a priority.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has released her latest single "Your Body (Crazy)" following a new distribution partnership between her independent label FlipTheMusic and Warner Music Africa, as she builds toward her third EP, 'The Dawn'.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Gospel musician Diana Hamilton has been identified as the most awarded Ghanaian female artiste of all time by Charts Ghana, with 36 awards across schemes including the Telecel Ghana Music Awards and international ceremonies. The ranking is based on a defined tracking framework covering 52 award schemes.
16 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Internet sensation Efia Odo has stated she does not belong to any political party and "belongs to truth," in response to activist Kalyjah's post suggesting she was aligned with the NPP. Odo has been a vocal advocate on social issues including the #FixTheCountry and #OccupyJulorbiHouse movements, speaking out on economic hardship and governance.
25 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian songstress Gyakie has featured on Nigerian duo Ajebo Hustlers' latest single, 365 Days, which explores themes of love, commitment and holding on to relationships. The song is available on all major digital streaming platforms and represents another Ghana-Nigeria collaboration that strengthens Gyakie's presence in the Nigerian music market.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Diana Hamilton has secured nine nominations at the 9th Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK, jointly second-most after Stonebwoy's ten, and will compete against Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy for Artiste of the Year among other major categories.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian artist Gyakie has secured two Top 10 entries on the Apple Music Nigeria Albums Chart with her projects My Diary and After Midnight, demonstrating the growing reach of her music in one of Africa's biggest streaming markets.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has abundant creative talent in music, film, and digital content, with artists like Black Sherif and Sarkodie proving competitiveness globally. However, according to a media industry professional, the country's creative sector lacks the systemic structure needed to sustain and scale success beyond momentary viral hits and individual effort.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian fashion designer Hashim did not know which artist would wear his custom Flower Boy leather jacket at the FIFA World Cup halftime show until moments before the performance, after a stylist contacted him to source pieces with less than a week to prepare.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian stars Gyakie and Amaarae have secured positions among the top ten most successful African female artistes according to Tanzania Charts, backed by millions of streams on platforms like Spotify alongside peers such as Nigeria's Tems and Ayra Starr. Amaarae's sophomore album Fountain Baby has surpassed 1 billion streams, while Gyakie's breakthrough single "Forever" earned over 150 million streams and double-platinum certifications in South Africa.
6 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian singer Gyakie's album After Midnight has secured a nomination in the Rest of Africa category at the South African Music Awards. The album, produced in collaboration with Sony Music Africa and FlipTheMusic, showcases soulful melodies and Afrobeats influences.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Gyakie has released her latest single Treasure, a high-tempo Afrobeats and highlife track produced by AfroLektra. The uplifting anthem combines love and celebration themes and is expected to perform well across streaming platforms.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Emmanuel Sedo, founder of FlipTheMusic and popularly known as Electro Mirror, spoke at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards National Music Summit on 19th June, sharing insights on music contracts and industry navigation. He emphasised the importance of understanding contracts, building professional relationships, and creating distinctive records, drawing on his experience securing Gyakie's first international deal.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Gyakie has revealed the artwork for her upcoming single Treasure, set for release on June 26. The vibrant, high-energy dance record, written by Gyakie and produced by AfroLektra, has already gained traction through social media snippets, with fans able to pre-save the track ahead of its official release.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kuami Eugene's eight-track EP Sweet Boy demonstrates his mastery of melody through smooth vocals, addictive hooks, and highlife warmth, with the artist sounding more relaxed and emotionally open than before.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has been featured on "Call Me," a song by Mavo on Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho's album Camisa 10. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Gyakie's international career and is expected to expand her global reach.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Flipthe Music artiste Gyakie embarked on a fan appreciation initiative making surprise visits to supporters at their workplaces and schools, including locations in Abossey Okai, Osu, Police Hospital Headquarters, and the University of Ghana Legon, where she engaged with fans and shared motivational messages.
31 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Digital Curator Sista Ginna has criticized Ghanaian media for emphasizing "worst dressed" lists at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards rather than appreciating celebrities' efforts, saying the focus on negative publicity encourages outrageous dressing for attention and should instead celebrate standout styles.
13 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Reigning Artiste of the Year Black Sherif has dedicated his Album of the Year prize at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards to supporting fast-rising rap artistes Arathejay and Gonaboy, donating the GH¢100,000 cash award to Arathejay and giving the album listening session package to Gonaboy.
11 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Black Sherif has won Album/EP of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards for his album Iron Boy, released in April 2025. The award recognized the project's cohesion, production quality, and artistic depth in a competitive field of heavyweight contenders.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wendy Shay has been named Best Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, held on 9 May 2026 in Accra, following a year of chart-topping releases and viral success.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, regarded as Ghana's most prestigious music honour, faces logistical challenges this year after being moved from its traditional Grand Arena home due to AICC premises issues, resulting in the smallest venue the event has used in years and prompting late-stage public concerns from organisers.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →