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KiDi

KiDi — Ghanaian artist and Afrobeats performer who departed Lynx Entertainment to work independently, recently releasing "Signature" featuring Lasmid.

2026-05-042026-07-02

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Throughout his career, he has shared stages and performed alongside notable Ghanaian artists including: KiDi •Mr Drew His performances have become known for emotional storytelling, vocal precision, captivating stage presence, and an authentic connection with audiences.

    Meet X Lor: The Ghanaian singer redefining African music through ABL ahead of his Tornado EP launch
  3. June 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Coach Freeman has also worked with a number of Ghanaian musicians, including Efya, Adina, Abiana, Camidoh, KiDi, Ben Brako and many others.

    Coach Freeman launches music and talent camp for young voices
  5. Daily Guide

    Live forever. “Love also to Bola Ray, Shatta Wale, Quamina MP, KiDi, Oseikrom Sikanii, and OG Bradez for coming through for the boy.

    Kweku Smoke’s ‘London Nights’ Ends With Sarkodie & Shatta Wale Surprise
  6. The Chronicle

    The event also featured guest performances from several Ghanaian artistes, including KiDi, Oseikrom Sikanii, and Flowking Stone.

    Kweku Smoke’s London concert shows unity among Ghanaian artistes –MC Portfolio
  7. May 2026
  8. Joy Online

    Over the years, the label nurtured and launched the careers of several major Ghanaian acts including Asem, OJ Blaq, Irene Logan, Eazzy, Zigi, MzVee, KiDi, Kuami Eugene, DopeNation, Adina and DJ Vyrusky.

    Lynx quits artiste management, focuses on music distribution and electronics
  9. Daily Guide

    On the other hand, Deborah Vanessa, KiDi, Fella Makafui, and Gyakie were praised for their standout styles.

    ‘Media Projection Of TGMA ‘Worst Dresses’ Shameful’
  10. Joy Online

    To secure the trophy, Wendy Shay had to overcome a formidable list of contenders: -Kojo Blak-KiDi-Kidi-Gyakie-Moliy It was a year of relentless work ethic and the release of several high-impact singles as the catalyst for Wendy Shay’s victory.

    Wendy Shay crowned Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste at the 27th TGMAs
  11. Joy Online

    Seventh is KiDi. The Lynx Entertainment frontman whose Artiste of the Year run was short and decisive.

    26 editions, 10 names; Ranking the longest Artiste of the Year nomination streaks in TGMA history
  12. Joy Online

    Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeats artiste KiDi has confirmed his departure from Lynx Entertainment, ending a long-standing relationship with the label that helped launch his mainstream success.

    I am no longer with Lynx Entertainment – KiDi
  13. Joy Online

    Even before the summer solstice sets in, Platinum artiste KiDi has served the music world with an infectious banger which is perfect for a summertime playlist.

    KiDi drops ‘Signature’ with Lasmid ahead of album release
Culture

Ghanaian singer X Lor launches ABL genre ahead of Tornado EP

The News

X Lor, a Ghanaian singer and songwriter, has created ABL (Angels Beyond Limitations), a genre blending Afrobeats, R&B, Highlife, Gospel, Soul, and contemporary African music that reflects his artistic identity and spiritual philosophy. The genre represents artistic freedom, emotional honesty, and limitless creativity as he prepares to launch his Tornado EP.

20 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Ghanaian singer X Lor launches ABL genre ahead of Tornado EP

    X Lor, a Ghanaian singer and songwriter, has created ABL (Angels Beyond Limitations), a genre blending Afrobeats, R&B, Highlife, Gospel, Soul, and contemporary African music that reflects his artistic identity and spiritual philosophy. The genre represents artistic freedom, emotional honesty, and limitless creativity as he prepares to launch his Tornado EP.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online

Saturday 20 June

  1. Coach Freeman launches summer music camp for ages 12–16

    Music coach Daniel Freeman Ame is organising a six-week Rock the Mic GH Summer Camp 2026 in Accra from July 7 to August 13, 2026, for children and teenagers aged 12 to 16. The camp will develop vocal abilities, confidence and stagecraft through modules, culminating in a live concert called Summer in the Garden.

    20 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Kweku Smoke's London Nights concert features Sarkodie and Shatta Wale

    Ghanaian rapper Kweku Smoke's sold-out 'London Nights' concert in the UK featured surprise appearances from Sarkodie and Shatta Wale, marking what he described as his first-ever UK headline show and a major milestone for Ghanaian music on the UK stage.

    2 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 1 June

  1. Kweku Smoke's London concert signals unity among Ghanaian artistes

    Ghanaian hip-hop artiste Kweku Smoke headlined a concert at London's O2 Electric Brixton featuring guest performances from KiDi, Oseikrom Sikanii, Flowking Stone, Shatta Wale and Sarkodie. Entertainment critic MC Portfolio described the event as reflecting growth in Ghana's music industry and a new spirit of collaboration among artistes.

    1 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 18 May

  1. Lynx Entertainment exits artiste management, shifts to distribution

    Richie Mensah announced that Lynx Entertainment is stepping away from artiste management after two decades to focus on music distribution and electronics, honouring a personal goal to retire from active music production at age 40.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Media focus on TGMA worst dresses deemed shameful, unfair

    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

Sunday 10 May

  1. Wendy Shay wins Best Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste at 27th TGMA

    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

Saturday 9 May

  1. Sarkodie holds record with 11-year TGMA Artiste of Year nomination streak

    Across 26 TGMA editions since 2000, only ten artists have maintained long Artiste of the Year nomination streaks. Sarkodie leads with eleven consecutive nominations from the 15th edition in 2014 through the 25th edition in 2024, before his name was left off the 26th edition shortlist in 2025.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 6 May

  1. KiDi confirms departure from Lynx Entertainment label

    Ghanaian artist KiDi has ended his relationship with Lynx Entertainment and is now working as an independent artiste, with his exit beginning around the release of his collaboration 'Gymnastic'. Since departing the label, he has continued to maintain visibility with his latest single Signature featuring Lasmid receiving significant airplay.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 4 May

  1. KiDi releases 'Signature' featuring Lasmid ahead of album

    KiDi has dropped his second single of the year, "Signature," featuring Lasmid, produced by Ugly x Tough. The Afrobeats track with highlife elements precedes his anticipated album "Where Do We Go From Here," due before summer ends.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

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