Kings Empire, the organizer of the House of Stars Season Two reality TV show, has shortlisted thirty contestants following two days of auditions on August 9th and 10th, 2024, at Atlantic Lumley Hotel in Freetown. The auditions showcased applicants with unique talents, charisma, and potential, leading the judges to select 25 Sierra Leoneans and 5…
By: Hafsatu Z Bangura The local hip-hop scene is abuzz with controversy following a provocative move by renowned rapper Shadow Boxer. Recently, Shadow Boxer published a list of rappers he believes are the best representatives of Sierra Leone on the international stage. His list, which includes heavyweights such as Kao Denero, Drizilik, and Boss LA,…
John Lamin Alpha (BigDadi English) Larry Gaga, a prominent figure in the Nigerian music industry, has reached a significant milestone with his collaboration with Tasha. The track titled “4Rounds” features Africa’s esteemed rapper, Vector, showcasing Larry Gaga’s deep admiration for Tasha’s lyrical skills. In the upcoming video, Tasha will proudly display her necklace brand “FINOR…
By:John Lamin Alpha (BigDadi English) Emmerson’s new song “Strawberries on Ice,” featuring Nigerian musician Davido, has been generating significant buzz since its release just three days after Davido’s wedding. Despite criticism from some Sierra Leoneans labeling the song as lackluster, it continues to trend. Emmerson’s emergence on the global music scene marks a pivotal moment…
By: Edward Dictionary Caulker One of the slogans of President Bio’s campaign is “Paopa Salone for betteh,” a creole expression meaning “By force Sierra Leone must grow”. Entertainers and media practitioners eagerly anticipate the impact of President Bio’s second term on Sierra Leone’s entertainment industry, hoping for dedicated attention to its development. Since assuming office…
Sierra Leone’s music producer Solomon Fatoma, known as Solo’s Beat, and Afro Soul and RnB songwriter Tracy Jack During have been awarded two out of the four awards for superior musical participation at the Berklee Gnaoua World Music program. Additionally, they have been offered the opportunity to participate in the Careers in Music program at…
By:Edward Dictionary Caulker. If you have the opportunity to ask people on the streets of Sierra Leone about the entertainment industry, they would eventually talk about sports, music, comedy, and film. It is interesting to realize that there are many other forms of entertainment available in the country, including content creation, fashion, arts and crafts,…
Sierra Leone’s Peace Ambassador, Alhaji Amadu Bah, also known as Boss LA, recently conducted a significant diplomatic visit to the Chinese Embassy in Freetown, the nation’s capital. During his visit, he met with Minister-counsellor Mr. Zhangdianbin and Political Director Mr. Liuwei, where they engaged in constructive discussions on strengthening ties between Sierra Leone and China….
Linda Samai, famously known as Star Zee, expressed her gratitude towards the U.S. Embassy for her recent participation in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) exchange in the United States. The exchange, spanning from April 15 to April 26, 2024, provided her with valuable insights into hip-hop culture and civic engagement. During her visit, Star…