When Fancy Gadam opened his latest royalty statement and saw GH¢123.82, the figure felt less like a reward for longevity and more like a missed beat. The celebrated Northern-based artiste did not keep the disappointment private. On 15 December 2025, he took to social media, openly questioning how years of consistency, performances and cultural influence could produce such a modest return.

In Takoradi, the coastal city where the sea breeze meets street slang, there lies a suburb called Effiakuma. It is known for producing hardworking artisans, football prodigies, and, occasionally, a legend. It was here that a young Martin King Arthur first understood the alchemy of words.

If gospel music had a scouting report, Ghana’s would read like a revival meeting choreographed with stage lights, live bands, and trembling voices lifted heavenward. It would speak of faith and finesse, of raw talent refined by purpose. At the center of that holy hum stands The Next Gospel Star, a music reality show that has quietly but confidently become one of the most consequential talent pipelines in Ghana’s creative economy.

December is usually defined by loud music, crowded stages and hopeful anticipation. For Ghanaian music creators in 2025, however, the season arrives with something more concrete than applause. It comes with figures, systems and a renewed attempt to fix a long-troubled royalty conversation.

Explore the journey of Chana Paul, the Accra-based multi-genre vocalist whose street-battle origins, vocal mastery, and emotional storytelling are shaping a powerful new sound in Ghanaian music and beyond.

Let’s be honest—Ghana’s music scene is louder, bolder, and more influential than it’s ever been. From Asakaa to Afro-fusion, from the soulful streets of Kumasi to the global charts, Ghana’s sound is shaping playlists across continents. But behind every streaming spike and viral chorus lies a nagging question: who’s actually getting paid?

There are weekends that change your perspective, weekends that remind you why Ghana’s music ecosystem is a fascinating, misunderstood organism—and then there are weekends with Aya Ramzy B in Takoradi. That one deserves its own genre.

Released on November 7, 2025, “No Issues” is a masterclass in restraint — a mellow yet magnetic Afrobeats record that invites you to breathe, sway, and smile. It’s the audio equivalent of rolling your shoulders after a long day and realizing, for once, there’s nothing to stress about. And in a year when everything seems to be happening all at once, that’s no small gift.

The peaceful town of Leklebi-Agbesia came alive on the night of October 9, 2025, as Ghana’s cosmic songstress Feli Nuna headlined the Edzoleme Homecoming Concert, a highlight of the Leklebi Agbonu To Festival. The event drew thousands from across the Volta Region and beyond, transforming the community center into a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and unity.

Somewhere in the heart of Kumasi — in Bantama to be exact — where chop bars still echo with gossip and trotro mates double as philosophers, a boy once sat with dreams too big for his small room. Ko-Jo Cue, born Linford Kennedy Amankwaa, didn’t just want to rap — he wanted to matter.

Ghana’s luminous songbird, Stellah Mensah—better known by her stage name Ellah—is back, and this time she’s setting hearts ablaze. With the release of the official music video for her latest single “Ginger,” Ellah reminds the world why she’s one of the most magnetic rising stars in Africa’s contemporary music scene.

There are bars. There are restaurants. And then there’s Leverage — Ghana’s bold new player on the hospitality scene, ready to rewrite your festive playbook. Opening its doors this December, Leverage isn’t just a place to sip, savor, and stay awhile — it’s where vibes meet vision, and the feeling lingers longer than your Instagram Stories.

“Wo Ye Me Sere” from Ataman Nikita’s Enigma album delivers a captivating mix of playful energy and emotional complexity. On the surface, the track is an upbeat, Afrobeats-inspired anthem with infectious rhythms and a catchy hook that will have listeners dancing.

“I Don’t Mind” stands as one of the most gentle and romantic tracks on Enigma, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into Ataman Nikita’s view on love, desire, and patience. The song is delicate and soulful, featuring a minimalistic arrangement that places the focus squarely on the emotional depth of the lyrics and the artist’s heartfelt performance.

“Beauty Queen” takes a celebratory approach to love, admiration, and the complexities of being in a relationship with someone who is both beautiful and in the public eye. The song is upbeat and infectious, drawing on Afrobeats rhythms to make it a danceable anthem, while also delving into the emotional intricacies of loving someone admired by many.