Columbus, Ohio – Liberian international sensation Jonathan Lee, better known by his stage name JZyNo, is set to electrify a sold-out crowd in Columbus, Ohio, on July 26, 2024. The performance, organized by DASH MEDIA and LICI, will commemorate the annual Liberian Independence Day celebrations.
JZyNo began his musical journey experimenting with rap before embracing the vibrant sounds of Afrobeats and AfroFusion. His career skyrocketed after relocating to Ghana, where he built strong connections with international artists, producers, and media. His mission to elevate Liberian music on the global stage is evident through his numerous collaborations across Africa, Asia, and the United States.
His hit song "Butta My Bread," featuring Ghanaian vocalist Lasmid, has achieved a record-breaking 150 million streams on digital platforms within a year—the highest by any Liberian artist. The track has resonated globally, even being featured during the 2024 NBA playoffs halftime show by the Los Angeles Lakers.
JZyNo boasts a repertoire of hit singles and collaborations, including "Finally" from his EP "Liberian Boy," "All You Want" from his debut EP "Brown Sugar," "Kpan kpan Me" featuring Tedderide from Liberia, and "Eyes On You" featuring Camidoh from Ghana. His collaborations span continents, with notable tracks like "Kuku Kuku" by Kenya's Willy Paul and "Need Some Wine" by Grammy-nominated Liberian-American soul singer Matt B.
Currently on his highly anticipated international tour, JZyNo is captivating audiences across Europe and America with his infectious rhythms and dynamic stage presence. His performance in Columbus, Ohio, is perfectly timed with Liberian Independence Day, where he will debut his latest EP "Liberian Boy" and his newest collaboration, "MOOD," featuring Nigeria's rising Afrobeat star Khaid.
JZyNo's tour and his upcoming performance highlight his commitment to bringing Liberian music to a global audience, leaving fans inspired and eager for more.
One of Cameroon’s leading folkloric artists, Tata Kinge has confirmed that he will be on stage in Columbus Ohio on Saturday, June 1, 2024. In a video message now circulating, the singer urged his fans all over the United States to stream into Columbus, join him on stage, and savor great music moments with him. Tata Kinga, branded as a King of Cha Cha (Bakweri traditional dance) will be in Columbus to grace the official launching of Eyol’a Columbus, a young Bakweri association created to promote the mokpwe culture. The artist has been on a USA tour for the past couple of weeks and recently thrilled New York. He comes to Columbus at a time when the city has yearned to watch him perform live. Tata Kinge rose to the limelight almost one-and-the-half decades ago and got to the music brim in 2013 with his famous “Panya”. His 2017 “Malachi II” swept indigenous music lovers off their feet and still holds them spellbound, just like Tata Kinge’s monumental love track, “My Love.” Kinge who resides in London in the United Kingdom, is an acclaimed dancer with incredibly thrilling moves. He has scores of other tracks including “Yanana Ndi Ngundu,” “Loko Na Loko,” “Lima Wongene,” and “Yaya.”
Lovers of culture and the public of Columbus have been urged to attend the official launching of EYOL’A COLUMBUS, slated for Saturday, June 1, 2024. The invitation was sent out on May 18th, 2024, by the president, Tata Nambeke V. Ngoma. Speaking on Apex 1 Radio, Nambeke said the event will be a golden opportunity for Columbus residents to discover conspicuous aspects of the Bakweri culture, otherwise known as the Mokpe. Also speaking on Apex Snapshot Iya Suzie Mosaso-Fondem, Eyola Columbus Secretary-General who accompanied Nambeke to the radio show, explained that the June 1, 2024, event will be a moment of learning for both the members of the associations and guests. Both leaders talked about the creation of EYOLA COLUMBUS, the group's mission, membership, ambitions, and lots more. They sounded hopeful that EYOLA COLUMBUS will be a great contribution towards the promotion of the Mokpe culture, not only in Central Ohio but across the world. Meanwhile, the venue of the event is 5750 Karl Rd, Columbus OH, 43229. Tickets for the event are available at various rates: VVIP table of 8 - $1,250, VIP table of 8- $1,000, and VIP Single - $75. For reservations. Contact 419-975-6380/770-925-5030/614-500-1232.
June 2024 will be a time to remember in history. For the first time, renowned Haitian songwriter and accomplished dexterous dancer, Emeline Michel will be staging a world-class performance in Ohio’s chief city, Columbus. The artiste’s Columbus showdown falls within the ambits of the maiden annual Haitian Cultural Soiree, billed for Saturday, June 29, 2024. Her performance which promises to be electrifying is expected to attract a sizeable amount of attention, not only from the Haitian community, but also from other immigrant populace and Americans.
According to the CEO of Faveur & Company, the outfit on whose account the Haitian compass and rara star is flying to Columbus, the preparation to receive the artiste has reached higher gear. “That is the reason we are calling on Columbus residents to buy their tickets now for, time is not with us anymore,” Sophia Pierrelus told TIPTOPSTARS and Apex 1 Radio. Pierrelus said further: “It’s a lot of work to have this done, but we trust Emeline Michel’s performance in Columbus will be a success.”
Before her Columbus stop-over, the Haitian singer who was born in Gonaives has performed in Jacksonville in Florida, Boston in Massachusetts, and New York. She will also perform in Littlerock in Arkansas and Chicago in Illinois. The artiste who doubles as a producer also merges jazz, pop, bossa nova, and samba in her songs.
When “Follow You De Go” drops this coming Friday, May 10, 2024, it will make Quincy Bell, a track richer in her already rich gospel music career. Then, the track will be an additional impetus to a gospel music industry that is growing from lips and bounds.
According to the artiste’s team, “Follow You De Go” comes with a free ticket to get more passengers on board the train that leads to the Almighty. “He who will never leave forsake us,” the release, announcing the new Single reads.
“Follow You De Go” is composed with scriptural inspiration from Psalm 19:7-8. It is an Afro-fusion soul-searching work that will drive in the powerful message vested in its lyrics in a way never experienced before.
In the coming days, Quincy Bell will be a guest on Apex 1 Radio to throw more light on the new single. Watch out!
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