Ghanaian champion Stonebwoy Signs To Global Def Jam Family
May 3, 20220
Universal Music Group (UMG) label categories Def Jam Recordings, 0207 Def Jam, and Def Jam Africa are thrilled to announce the worldwide signing of Ghanaian beloved Afropop artist, dancehall, and popular reggae artist, Stonebwoy to the international family of Def Jam artists.
Def Jam Africa will represent its music across Africa, while Def Jam Recordings will be his home label in the U.S. and 0207 Def Jam supporting record in the U.K. This inter-label relationship demonstrates UMG's global commitment to delivering Stonebwoy's unique sound and Ghanaian music culture. new audiences around the world.
Stonebwoy is an award-winning African artist who has put the entire continent on the music map with international tours, collaborations, and the most popular songs since 2012. One of Ghana's most iconic stars, Stonebwoy will release his new song, Therapy in May. 3 by Def Jam Recordings, 0207 Def Jam, and Def Jam Africa, supported by UMG labels worldwide.
Healing comes after the already booming work of four albums, many hit songs and movie roles, not to mention his community service work as part of the ‘Livingston Foundation’, which educates young Africans and develops Ghanaian youth.
The song is the first to come out of his recently signed contract with Def Jam, which is home to some of the biggest names in hip-hop, Afrobeats, and trap African talent, and is one of the best from Stonebwoy's new albums to come out on top. . -2022.
Sipho Dlamini, CEO of South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, Universal Music is excited to add another African star to the Def Jam list. “Stonebwoy is a real African talent,” he says. He works to elevate the heart and soul of those around him while producing new sounds that continue to vibrate the earth. We look forward to what he has done for her in 2022. ”
"I am delighted to welcome Stonebwoy to the Def Jam Family in partnership with Sipho and 0207," said Def Jam chairman and CEO Tunji Balogun. “Def Jam's name is internationally known as a stamp of excellence in black music, and as we continue to strengthen our music relationships in key markets such as Africa and the UK, powerful, talented artists like Stonebwoy will take the lead. . This is great music from a special artist that should be heard everywhere. ”
Alec & Alex Boateng, Fellow Presidents, 0207 Def Jam added, “Stonebwoy is one of Ghana's most talented artists and ambassadors. The opportunity to develop his outstanding talent with Sipho, Def Jam Africa, Tunji, and Def Jam Recordings is very exciting, especially being part of our Def Jam world-class family of artists. I hope this is the beginning of many future collaborative projects. ”
One treatment will be broadcast on May 3 on all broadcasters and the hottest accompanying video in Ghana will be released on May 13. A love song, the track beats fast with a rhythmic beat and all the appropriate flavors on the dance floors around the world.
Stonebwoy, better known as Livingston Satekla, is no stranger to success. He has been honored with numerous awards such as Best International Act: Africa at the BET Awards, Artist of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards, and two plaques on Billboard, and has been described as the ragga king and African dancehall 'in his books. function. He has met international artists such as Keri Wilson, Sean Paul, Trey Songz, Burna Boy, Alpha Blondie, and many others - and he has performed wonders from the UK to the USA, Australia, Italy, Puerto Rico, and Amsterdam - making his fascinating tour. . an important part of his work.
Stonebwoy is active and involved in social media, boasting 4 million attractive followers on Instagram and 3 million on Facebook, making him one of the most followed players in Africa. The sky is the limit for Stonebwoy in 2022.
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