Lali X Lola, the dynamic duo from Ghana, are making waves in the music industry with their distinctive compositions.
Lali and Lola, the identical twin sisters who perform under the moniker Lali X Lola, are gaining prominence in the music industry of Ghana. Hailing from Cape Coast, the duo infuses the rich musical tapestry of the region with their unique interpretations of Afro-fusion, Afro-soul, and Afrobeat genres. From a young age, Lali and Lola were engaged in dance, yet it was not until September 2021 that they formally entered the arena of music. Distinguished by their dynamic stage presence and compelling energy, they quickly made a mark. They are descendants of an Ashanti royal lineage on their mother’s side, and their father’s lineage originates from the Volta Region among the Ewe people, a heritage that is richly woven into the tapestry of their musical expressions. The pair achieved prominence through TikTok, where their music compositions achieved widespread circulation. They are renowned for their distinctive aural aesthetic, which skillfully amalgamates classical cadences with modern percussive elements.......
Read moreOrganisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Charterhouse have announced nominees for three newly added categories.
The categories are Producer of the Year, Best Video Director and Audio Engineer of the Year. According to Robert Klah, the PRO of Charterhouse, these categories waited to ensure proper review and accuracy. TGMA rectifies Amerado’s ‘Kweku Ananse’ song, adds it to Most popular song of the Year category Earlier on April 5, nominees for the unsung artiste of the year category were unveiled during TV3’s New Day show. ........
Read moreLast month, Ghanaian musical Lali X Lola released a hypnotic track titled, ‘Hello’. On the groovy production made by the twins’ brother, the identical pair delicately sing about a man who craves their attention so much that he follows wherever they go. The lyrics don’t quite explain what brought forth the tension that they sing about, but the high-end French cognac brand Hennessy does catch a stray in the second verse. It isn’t clear if Patricia Delali Dake and Trysha Wolali Dake create their music in a singular voice. It sure does seem so for this record. Without further ado, check out the vocally soothing Afropop song ‘Hello’ below......
In recent times, there have been lots of discussions about how Ghanaian music can command attention on the global stage, like has happened with other African countries, especially Nigeria.
While some industry stakeholders believe there is too much focus on going global to the detriment of growing the industry, others believe it will happen in a matter of time and there is no need to rush it. For Afrobeats/Afrofusion music duo, Lali X Lola (Lali and Lola), there is the need to take deliberate action and be strategic if Ghanaian music is to become a global sensation. “From my observation so far, there is support but more can be done. For example, the music industry can support the movie industry and vice versa. This will enable us to grow as an industry in Ghana. “Also, we musicians have to make a conscious effort to invest in our craft, create quality music, package our brand and sound to drive it to the international market,” Lola, one half of the duo, told the Daily Graphic in a recent interview.........
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