Also known as: Ashaiman-born star · Stonebwoy Dancehall artiste · 1GAD
Stonebwoy — Ghanaian dancehall artiste who headlined sold-out OVO Arena Wembley concert in August 2026 and leads BHIM Festival.
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Joy Online
… Over the years, he has shared stages with several notable African artistes, including Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale, R2Bees, Prince Bright, Tinny, Obrafour, DJ Tunez and Kizz Daniel. …
DJ Slim Jerry releases ‘Abonteen’ as he explores Afro House soundJoy Online
… Taking the prediction further, he added, “Artistes like Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy are going to perform with brass band in a few years to come.” His comments challenge the current structure of Ghana’s music industry, where brass bands are largely associated with church activities, …
Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy could soon perform with brass bands – GG Brass BandThe Ghanaian Times
… impact African athletes continue to make on the global stage.“Athletics in Africa is in great shape, the World Relays for the first time in Africa in Botswana last week placed the continent at the heart of the global sporting calendar,” he noted.Top Ghanaian musicians, Stonebwoy …
CAA Senior Athletics Championships opens in AccraDaily Guide
… l Ghana and our partners, thank you for your commitment and sacrifice in keeping this dream alive year after year.” On the night, Black Sherif made history as the fourth musician to win the Artiste of the Year award twice in the last 27 years, joining VIP, Sarkodie, and Stonebwoy …
Telecel Marks 15 Years As TGMA Headline SponsorJoy Online
… On the night, Black Sherif made history as the fourth musician to win the Artiste of the Year award twice in the last 27 years, joining VIP, Sarkodie, and Stonebwoy in that record bracket. …
Telecel marks 15 years as headline sponsor of 27th TGMADaily Guide
… The category was keenly contested by some of the country’s top music acts, including Stonebwoy with “Torcher”, Gyakie with “After Midnight”, Medikal with “Disturbation II”, Wendy Shay with “Ready”, Kweku Smoke with “Walk With Me”, and Kofi Kinaata with “It Is Finished”. …
Blacko Dedicates TGMA Prize To Arathejay, GonaboyDaily Guide
Black Sherif Black Sherif was crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards after beating competition from Medikal, Stonebwoy, Wendy Shay, Sarkodie and Diana Hamilton. …
Black Sherif Is 2026 TGMA Artiste Of The YearJoy Online
… : Artiste of the Year Album/EP of the Year (Iron Boy) Songwriter of the Year (Sacrifice) Best Hiphop Song (Where Dem Boys) Best Afropop Song (Sacrifice) To secure the crown, the Konongo Zongo native also had to outshine a formidable field of nominees, including Medikal, Stonebwoy …
Black Sherif crowned Artiste of the Year again at 2027 TGMAsJoy Online
… To secure the win, Black Sherif had to emerge victorious from a field of heavyweight contenders: Torcher by Stonebwoy After Midnight by Gyakie Disturbation II by Medikal Ready by Wendy Shay Walk With Me by Kweku Smoke Music lovers have hailed Iron Boy as a technical and emotional …
Black Sherif bags Album of the Year at 27th TGMAs as ‘Iron Boy’ reigns supremeJoy Online
Stonebwoy has once again asserted his authority over the African reggae and dancehall landscape, clinching the Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste award at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). …
Stonebwoy secures historic 10th win as Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste at 27th TGMAsFollowing a public exchange between Sarkodie and Stonebwoy, rapper M.anifest criticised stan culture and the hostility among fan bases, arguing that intense loyalty to artistes creates division detrimental to Ghanaian music culture.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Following a public exchange between Sarkodie and Stonebwoy, rapper M.anifest criticised stan culture and the hostility among fan bases, arguing that intense loyalty to artistes creates division detrimental to Ghanaian music culture.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Shatta Wale took Sarkodie's side in a dispute with Stonebwoy, telling Stonebwoy to apologize and insisting Sarkodie's post was not directed at him. Shatta attributed Stonebwoy's issue to jealousy over the ShattaSark brotherhood and urged his dancehall colleague not to disrespect Sarkodie.
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 →
Musicians Sarkodie and Stonebwoy clashed on social media after Sarkodie advised artistes not to let fans create rivalries among them. Stonebwoy took offence, accusing Sarkodie of failing to congratulate him after his OVO Arena Wembley concert and claiming some of Sarkodie's posts were directed at him; Sarkodie denied the allegations.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Broadcaster DJ Slim has said he dislikes Stonebwoy's approach to issues, specifically criticising his use of a live TikTok video in his recent exchange with Sarkodie. DJ Slim argued that Stonebwoy should have stuck to text, as videos expose emotion and body language to analysis and interpretation in ways that could harm the message.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall act Stonebwoy has responded to rapper Sarkodie's cautionary comments about artistes entertaining toxic fan wars, with Stonebwoy appearing to take issue and responding with subliminal shade before addressing Sarkodie more directly on social media, referencing past interactions between the two.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian Afrodancehall artiste TMBwoy has released his debut album "Chapter One," marking his first full-length body of work. The project blends dancehall, African percussion, reggae influences and contemporary Afrobeats melodies.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Competition and "beef" between Ghanaian artistes have long been part of the music industry, sharpening creativity and providing media attention, though tensions can escalate when artistic rivalry becomes personal conflict involving lawyers and divided fan bases. The ongoing rivalry between Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy exemplifies how such contests reflect both the brilliance and absurdity of Ghana's entertainment ecosystem.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
While Ghanaian musicians like Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale achieve international success, the country risks producing celebrities rather than building a sustainable entertainment industry that supports producers, managers, engineers, and other supporting roles. Government has pledged GH¢20 million each for film and the wider creative arts sector.
2 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 →
Rodney Kofi Kyei, CEO of Crux Global, says international shows and tours carry high costs for Ghanaian artistes—covering flights, promotion, production, and guest artists—but remain important for established names to connect directly with audiences and expand their reach.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has dismissed claims that Stonebwoy is his rival, saying their relationship isn't as hostile as portrayed and that media and public have exaggerated tensions between them. He noted they live two minutes apart and that he sometimes teases Stonebwoy but urged fans not to take such exchanges personally.
26 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Beninese music icon Angelique Kidjo has been named a 2026 Hollywood Walk of Fame honoree in the Recording category, becoming the first African woman to receive a star on the Walk of Fame. Ghanaian dancehall artiste Stonebwoy celebrated the recognition on social media, reflecting on their collaborations and describing her as his "Africa mama" and godmother.
25 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Amelley Djosu argues that Ghana's entertainment industry has become focused on aggressive social media tactics and noise-making rather than genuine reputation management, and that the loudest publicists—rather than the most skilled—are setting the standard for the profession.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Stonebwoy, who made history in August 2026 as the first Ghanaian artiste to headline a sold-out concert at the 12,500-capacity OVO Arena Wembley in London, has endorsed gospel artiste MOG Music ahead of his own concert at the same venue. MOG Music's booking is described as a major milestone for Ghanaian gospel music on the global stage.
20 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
An analysis of Stonebwoy's BHIM Festival London at OVO Arena Wembley argues that beyond the musical performance, the event demonstrates how Ghana's culture can be projected internationally through artists, creative entrepreneurs, and festivals rather than through government channels alone, with visual elements like the Independence Arch-inspired staging conveying national identity to audiences.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Stonebwoy's BHIM Festival London at OVO Arena Wembley featured a production team led by Ghanaian professionals, including Nana Kwame Adu-Gyamfi of Gigkits Limited and LiveX Africa, who worked with UK partners to deliver the show. The team prepared for four months, developing stage, lighting, video, and sound specifications in Ghana before travelling to London.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall star Stonebwoy headlined the 12,500-capacity OVO Arena Wembley in London on August 15 with his BHIM Fest concert, performing Afrodancehall and his popular songs alongside other Ghanaian and African artists.
18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian rapper Keeny Ice performed at the BHIM Festival UK at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, describing the milestone as a career-defining achievement. He expressed gratitude to Stonebwoy and the BHIM Nation team for the opportunity to showcase his talent to an international audience.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian music star Stonebwoy became the first Ghanaian artiste to headline a sold-out concert at OVO Arena Wembley on August 15, bringing his annual BHIM Festival to the United Kingdom for the first time at the 12,500-capacity venue.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy became the first Ghanaian to headline a sold-out concert at OVO Arena Wembley in London on August 15, marking the first international expansion of his annual BHIM Festival. The 12,500-capacity venue was transformed into a celebration of Ghanaian heritage, culture, and music, with stage design drawing from Accra's Black Star Square and tributes to foundational Ghanaian Highlife legends.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy rejected the perception that Ghanaian men are stingy, arguing instead that they are "good at maths" and make financial calculations before spending. He advised men to be honest about their financial capacity and honour genuine commitments to those they care about.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Patchbay Band, a Ghana-based ensemble formed in 2008 that blends traditional highlife with jazz, blues and indie rock, will feature on JoyNews's E Vibes programme on 15 August to discuss their story and contributions to Ghana's music industry. The appearance is part of the #MusicalBandSeries, which focuses on celebrated Ghanaian musical bands.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's "Highlife to the World: Black Star Experience 2027" campaign was officially launched in Barcelona on 2 August 2026, marking the start of a global initiative to promote the country's iconic music genre ahead of its 70th anniversary celebrations. The campaign will feature workshops, masterclasses and concerts across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Creative Arts Agency officially launched the 'Highlife to the World – The Black Star Experience 2027' campaign in Barcelona on August 2, 2026, to promote Ghana's iconic highlife sound globally through workshops, masterclasses and concerts across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas as part of activities marking Ghana's 70th independence anniversary.
6 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian artists including Camidoh, Wendy Shay, Oseikrom Sikanii, and Sista Afia have crossed significant milestones on global streaming platforms in 2026, with Camidoh reaching 20 million YouTube streams and several others surpassing 100 million streams across all major digital service providers.
5 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian actress and producer Nana Adjoa Lovia has been named official red carpet host for the 2026 Ghana Music Awards Europe, scheduled for September 12, 2026, in Düsseldorf, Germany, with a "Classic" dress code.
4 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
An opinion piece argues that Ghanaian artistes' musical success and global progress should take precedence over personal remarks between rivals, noting that Stonebwoy's award-winning career and international collaborations demonstrate the value of hard work and consistency.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Four Ghanaian music stars—Stonebwoy, Fameye, DopeNation and Akwaboah—will headline the Ghana for Gold Concert in Edinburgh on August 1, 2026, celebrating Ghana's cultural heritage and supporting Ghanaian athletes at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) President Bessa Simons announced the 'Highlife to the World' campaign to promote Ghana's Highlife music, which UNESCO inscribed on its Intangible Cultural Heritage List in December 2025. The campaign will be formally launched at a Barcelona concert on August 2, 2026, with rollout beginning in March 2027 alongside Ghana's 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →