The Ashanti Music Awards, an esteemed awards ceremony that recognizes musical talent from Ghana’s Ashanti region, has revealed its nominations for the 2024 edition. The nominations were unveiled during a special ceremony telecast by Kessben TV, a famous television channel in Ghana.
The Ashanti Music Awards have grown into a prominent platform for recognizing and appreciating the efforts of brilliant musicians, producers, composers, and other industry professionals in the region. The awards showcase a wide range of genres, including highlife, hiphop, gospel, afrobeat, and many more.
This year’s nominations highlight the robust music culture in the Ashanti region, with several musicians earning awards in multiple categories. Notable categories include Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best New Artist, and Album of the Year.
Fans and industry professionals alike eagerly await the announcement of winners at the main award ceremony, which is set to take place later this year. The event will be a magnificent celebration of Ashanti music, with live performances, unique guest appearances, and unforgettable memories.
The Ashanti Music Awards have played an important role in developing and sustaining the Ashanti music industry, providing an opportunity for budding musicians to display their talent and gain recognition. The prizes also act as inspiration for established musicians to keep pushing the envelope and create amazing music.
With the nominations announced, the anticipation and excitement for the 2024 edition of Ashanti Music Awards is at an all-time high. Music fans are excited to see the greatest of the Ashanti region’s musical talent highlighted and celebrated on Kessben TV, making it an unforgettable event for everyone. The major event takes place on Saturday, July 9, 2024, at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi.
Below are the list of nominees:
ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Zack GH,
Oseikrom Sikanii,
King Paluta,
Ras Amankwatia,
Ypee,
Odakky Andy,
Jaybhad,
Amerado,
Seven Kisz,
Strongman,
Soundcard,
Frank Naro
MOST POPULAR SONG OF THE YEAR
Ypee – Kwacha
King Paluta – Yahitte Rmx
Oseikrom Sikanii – Twatiz
Amerado – Kweku Ananse
Jaybhad – Odo
Seven Kizs – Picture
Cojo Rae – I’m Not Safe
De Queen Diva – Sika Beba
Bonnyvhera – Money
Frank Naro Ft. Fameye – Koom
Mabel Okyere – Aha Y3 Kwan Ho
BEST COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR
Ypee Ft. JayD Stone – Akohwei
King Paluta Ft. Amerado & Strongman – Yahitte Rmx
Amerado Ft Fameye – Kweku Ananse Rmx
Liwin Ft. Ypee & Young Chorus – Saworowa
39 /40 Ft. Ypee – Adinkanfo
Rap Fada Ft. King Paluta – Odo Bi Y3 Bad
Oseikrom Sikanii Ft. Kweku Smoke – Twatiz
Strongman Ft. King Paluta – Chilling
Francisca Amoah Ft. S.K Frimpong – Mogya
Agyengo Ft. Medical, Strongman & Kwame Yoghurt- Huslerman
Kobby Cee Ft. Jah Bhad – Odupon Remix
Frank Naro Ft. Fameye – Koom
BEST RAPPER OF THE YEAR
Ypee – Kwacha
Jah Glory Gh – Fake Style
Mhx Klein – Gyae Me
Strongman – Dear God
Addae – Do Something
Man Okay – Manokay Intro
Kwesi M.I – Message Flow
Kito Energy – Rap Messi
NEW ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Yooyoo Boys
Kojo B
Xlimkid
Beeztrap Kotm
Mickey Lux
Mario King Xxl
De Queen Diva
Tony Dath
Wajoebia
Kojo Xelfmade
MOST PROMISING ACT
E.Famous 99
I-Prinze
Kwabena Vibes
Acostic
Agyengo
30/40
Cobby Cee
Akania
Dj Amoroso GH
Cojo Rae
Freddy Blaze
ENTERTAINMENT SHOW / HOST OF THE YEAR
Rashad – Gh Page
Derrick Blaq – Opemsourfm
Melvin – Luv Fm
Deejay Richee – Kingsradio,Konongo
Ogidi Brown – Nhyira Fm
Papa Kumasi – Royal Tv
Tony Best – Akoma Fm
Buju – Sika Fm
Mc Larry – Orange Fm
Ny Dj – Yfm
Ike The Unpredictable – Angel
Dj Purple – Scarp Rado 89.9fm
Harryblinkszz – Champion Tv/ Kings Tv
Nana Osei – Kesse (Mr. Bonez) – Kessben Tv
Grandmaster Murphy – Today Fm
MEDIA PERSONALITY OFTHE YEAR
Ny Dj
Dave Hammer
Tony Best
Rashad
Mr Katah
Ike The Unpredictable
Dj Ka
Koo Fante
Grandmaster Murphy
Nana Osei – Kesse (Mr. Bonez)
Riley Osei
BEST MUSIC PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
Jonita Grand
Beatz Fada
Tubhani Muzik
Dj Cartoon Gh
Jay Scratch
Izjoe Beatz
Khendi Beatz
Ima Beatz
K E Beatz
Vikibeatz
Apya
Freddy Beatz
NON-ASHANTI ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Kwaku Tugabwoy
Amankrado Gh
Currency
Khophi Logic
Effahtic Michael Wyan
Stagger Wan
C-Tonchi
Eli Boy
Kojo Lap
Young Reign
Curfew Africa
BEST RADIO DJ OF THE YEAR
Dj Carcious – Yfm
Dj Lamar – Pure Fm
Dj Kelly Wan – Pure Fm
Dj Bam – Wontumi
Wayalez Dj – Radio One / Adehye3 Fm
Dj Pizzaro – Sika Fm
Dj Micky Marfo – Angel Fm
Dj Godfred – Ezra Fm
Dj Monster – Luv Fm
Dj Ogidi Brown – Nhyira Fm
Dj Odega – Awenp 99.9fm
Dj Cartoon Gh – Abusua 96.5fm
Dj Purple – Scarp Radio 89.9fm
ALBULM /EP OF THE YEAR
Zack Gh – Shine Ep
Oseikrom Sikanii – Big Trapper
Ras Amankwatia – Outta Kumerica
Papa Kumasi – Keshe Ep
Young And Strong – Strongman
Pain In Glory – Xlimkid And Okenneth
Flowkingstone – The Decision
HYPEMAN OF THE YEAR
Manhyiaba
Natty Fyah
Asare Solomon Aristocrat
Chokey Papa
Official Tommylee
Mc Texas
AJ Mensa
Mc Burninton
Kobby West
Mc Mall Wasty
Mc Stunner
Mc Omar Sterling
Mc Password
OUTSTANDING EVENT MC OF THE YEAR
C Sharp
Chorkey Papa
Boateng Agyenim Richard (Mc Mall Wasty)
Mc Texas
Aj Mensa
Mc Burniton
Kobby West
Mc Nii
Mc Mall Wasty
Mc Stnner
Mc Omar Sterling
Mc Password
OUTSTANDING EVENT VENUE OF THE YEAR
Ivillage Night Club
Bond’s Hotel, Banko
P2 Lounge
Basement Bar And Lounge
Devoid Night Club
Nas Village
The View Bar And Grill
Emperor Night Club
F2 Hotel And Apartment
Ridge Condos
Ibiza
Akalo Pub
Os Gardens
OUTSTANDING EVENT DJ OF THE YEAR
Dj Ratty
Shatta Wan
Dj Marhoni_Laxio
Dj Amoroso Gh
Dj Yungblaq
Dj Lamar
Wayalez Dj
Dj Carcious
Dj Chicki
Dj Manucho
Dj Yzell
Dj Akeses3m
Dj Profile Pic
Dj Emma Blakk
Dj Kelly Wan
Dj Coleda
Dj Lil Two
Dj Hashtag
BEST MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Zack Gh – Believe
King Paluta – Yahitte Rmx
Beeztrap – Cinderella
Skyface – Obaa Hemaa
Phrimpong – Adam And Eve
Reggie Osei – Oh My Linda
Jaybhad – Masessa
Strongman Ft Drew – Abiba
Ras Amankwatia – The Spartan
Um Rreina – 14th February
Newbrand Gh – We Go Blow
AFRO BEAT / AFRO POP MUSIC OF THE YEAR
Luckybowy – Luckybowy Win
Opoku Bakope – Solo
Afrifa – Odo Aduro
Mhx Klein – Hammer
Kwasi Nas Ft. Kojo Alvin – Abena Amponsah
Flowking Ft. King Paluta – On God
Mophty Legacy – On My Way
Dj Carcious Ft Mdk And Bogo Blay – Esther
Papa Kumasi – Abele Abaa
Kweku Flick – Black Star World Cup Anthem
Strongman – Abiba
Oseikrom Sikanii – Ting Ting
Nyame Kesse – Sika Duro
REGGAE / DANCEHALL MUSIC OF THE YEAR
African Child – Metri Bom
Tony Dath – 1gad (Rendition)
Kweku Flick Ft. Rocky Dawuni – Almighty Father
Mbongeni Trevor Khoza – Corruption
Tuljah Wannyame – Island Girl
Soundcard -Adabraka 4 Corners
Respeck Debwoy – Deadline
Zack Gh Ft. Raskuuku & Rasshid Metal – Ghetto
Nito Bwoy – Champion
NON ASHANTI HYPEMAN OF THE YEAR
Hype Oracle -Bono East Region, Ghana
Blezedc Hild – West Africa Nigeria
Hypeman Quote – Abuja, Nigeria
NON ASHANTI SONG OF THE YEAR
Kwaku Tugabwoy – Hope
Amankrado Gh – Dear God
Myskal – Alone
Currency – Holiday
Khophi Logic – Last Time
Effahtic Michael Wyan – Aboozigi
C-Tonchi – Osogeame
Eli Boy – Baby I Want You
Kojo Lap – One Day
Curfew Africa – Dede
NON ASHANTI ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Kwaku Tugabwoy
Amankrado Gh
Currency
Khophi Logic
Effahtic Michael Wyan
Stagger Wan
C-Tonchi
Eli Boy
Kojo Lap
Young Reign
Curfew Africa
VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Um Rreina – 14th February
Nyame Kesse – Sika Aduro
Tina Brown Africa – Falling
Adom Kiki – My Redeemer
Currie – No Time
Opoku Bakope – Solo
Muezay – Ebeku Me
STUDENT ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Legacy Vibes
Addae
Kap 2 Devilish
Cojo Rae
Iwin Dripgod
Mni
Fresh Pee
Kwesi Trapper
Kofi Deezy
HIP POP MUSIC OF THE YEAR
30 / 40 – Trap Boys
Amerado – Rap Is Still Alive Skyface
Sdw – Amadwu
Xlimkid & Okenneth – Lonely Road
Kweku Flick – High
Strongman – Dear God
Oseikrom Sikanni – Twatiz
Yaw Tog – Tonight
Beeeztrap Kotm – Cinderella
De Queen Diva – Sika Be Ba
Fiifi Lattex – Kakape
Asare West – Respect
HIP LIFE MUSIC OF THE YEAR
UM Rreina – 14th February
Ypee – Kwacha
King Paluta – Yahitte Rmx
Opoku Bakope – Solo
Zack Gh Ft. Apya – Life Hard
Oseikrom Sikanii – Ting Ting
Agyengo – Huslerman
SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR
Stonegee Tv
Kulme Nsroma
Believer
Oboy Cj
Wiseomoney
Breggle Acha Derrick
Nydj
Richkid
Briggle Acha Derrick
Teacher Kofi
Kumasi Mayor
Alpha Sarkcess
Evans Ofori
Kwabena Nsafoa
Xtwo Media
Derrick 360
Ameyaw Boateng
Razak Ghana
HIGH LIFE MUSIC OF THE YEAR
Kwesi Promzy – Libation
Muezay – Ebeku Me
Kofi John – Love
Odakky Andy – My Prayer
Obibini Takyi Jrn – Sika Na Shi Ft. Kwame Eugene
Ade3f3 Kwakye -Give Me Chance Ft. King Paluta
Kwaku-Lincoln Ft. Paswed – Wo Size
SONG WRITER OF THE YEAR
Zack Gh – Believe
Newbrand Gh – We Go Blow
Oseikrom Sikanii – Koti Ft. Fameye
Phrimpong – Adam & Eve
Amerado – Kweku Ananse
King Paluta – Sika Aba Fie
Seven Kisz – Picture
Liwin Ft. Kweku Flick – Atamfo
African Child – Asafo
Adom Kiki – My Redeemer
GOSPEL MUSIC OF THE YEAR
Francisca Amoah – My Praise,
Freddie Frimpong – Yesu Way3 Ade3,
Samuel Owusu – Muturary,
Odehye3ba Pricilla Ft Takie Ndou – Hallelujah,
Adom Kiki – My Redeemer,
Sandra Asare- Wokame Ho,
Quame Gyedu – Gratitude,
Broda Sammy – Samaria Obaano,
Mabel Okyere – Aha Y3 Kwan Ho,
Joe Boampong – Mewo Awurade
Naasei – Peter Rmx
ASANTE ARTISTE (DIASPORA)
Kilo 2k,
Ras Amankwatia,
Francisca Amoah,
Flowkingstone,
Ade3f3 Kwakye,
Lady Vicky
ASANTE SONG OF THE YEAR (DIASPORA)
Kilo 2k – First Time In Ghana ,
Ras Amankwatia Ft Burning Faya – Lyrically,
Francisca Amoah Ft. S.K Frimpong – Mogya,
Ade3f3 Kwakye Ft King Paluta – Ma Me Kwan Rmx,
Lady Vicky – If Not God
ASANTE VIDEO OF THE YEAR (DIASPORA)
Kilo 2k – First Time In Ghana ,
Ras Amankwatia Ft Wan Row X Eddy Rymr – Tell Dem,
Francisca Amoah Ft. S.K Frimpong – Mogya
Ade3f3 Kwakye Ft Willy Maame – Ma Me Kwan,
Lady Vicky – If Not God
ASANTE DIASPORA GOSPEL MUSIC OF THE YEAR
Francisca Amoah – My Praise,
Lady Vicky – If Not God
