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Ghana’s Kidi Remix of ‘Touch It’ with Tyga Predicted to Make Waves in the Music World.

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KiDi’s ‘s remix of his smash hit Touch It is featuring Tyga and is set to become the global party hit of the spring season. His team believes that if the success of the original hit is anything to go by, it can be predicted that the remix will create a massive wave in the music world. Touch It, racked up an incredible 33 million streams on its release as a part of the Golden Boy album, not to mention a whopping 382 million views on TikTok through the #TouchItChallenge. The easy going afrobeat hit became a party anthem in 2021, and this remix has twice the vibe. The new hit single became available on streaming platforms globally last week Wednesday.

KiDi is one of Ghana’s top artists, who made a prolific entrance onto the music scene in 2015 via winning the MTN Hitmaker in Ghana. Through the release of banging singles such as AdiepenaOdoSay You Love Me and more. By 2020 KiDi ended the year as the artist with the top two selling records, “Say Cheese” and “Enjoyment”. Now, the Ghanain superstar, who many are calling the African Sisqo links with one of rap’s biggest stars for the remix. KiDi’s influence is palpable, and we can see it in his style, the confidence in his music and even his 1.9 million followers on Instagram. His 64 million streams on Spotify and million monthly listeners are a display of his phenomenal growth over the short period of his stay in the music scene. After premiering on the billboard, the young crooner is hungry for more success and his latest single is proof.

Touch It” remix features the same smooth rhythm and layout of the original but is amplified greatly by the inventive lyricism and melodies Tyga’s verse supplied. The soulful sounds of KiDi, meshes well with Tyga’s creative rapping, to bring an all-new energy to an already powerful song. This song is a perfect musical top up for the new season, and will no doubt make a great addition to the springtime cleaning and partying playlists worldwide. The rhythm is infectious, and the story weaved into the music is entertaining and relatable especially as the Valentine love season comes to a climax. But to top it off, KiDi released the official video for this remix immediately following the single release.

PRESS RELEASE: Via DestinE Media.

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Sean ‘Diddy’Combs Indicted, Arrested in New York.

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Music mogul Sean Diddy Combs has been arrested in Manhattan after a grand jury indicted him. It is reported that the disgraced music executive was taken into custody by federal agents with Homeland Security.

Combs has been facing major public scrutiny since his former girlfriend Cassie Ventura accused him of sex trafficking and years of abuse in a 2023 lawsuit. Most recently, he was accused of years of psychological and physical abuse in a lawsuit filed by singer Don Richard.

In a statement, Diddy’s attorney said in part, ” we are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is an unjust prosecution of Mr. Combs by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He is an imperfect person, but not a criminal. He looks forward to clearing his name in court.”

The artiste and music executive has denied wrongdoing and his legal team has said they plan to fight them in court.

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Popcaan Sells Out London Arena ; First Jamaican Act Since Bob Marley.

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Jamaican dancehall artiste Popcaan is now credited with being the first dancehall act to sell out the Crystal Palace Bowl in London since Bob Marley. The artiste made his presence felt at the Live Nation produced Popcaan and Friends event on July 28th.

The Crystal Palace Bowl, renowned for its vibrant musical legacy, drew an exuberant crowd of over 10,000 people who came out to see Poppy and his friends in dancehall. A media release issued, highlighted the dancehall artiste’s unparalleled performance, saying he captivated fans, delivering a night of pure musical magic and cultural celebration. “From his meticulously styled hair to his perfectly curated song selections, Popcaan proudly waved the Jamaican flag high, showcasing his immense talent to the world,” the release read.

Spice, Other Acts Deliver.

Fellow dancehall artiste, Spice was also a part of the sold out event. “Adding to the evening’s excitement, the Queen of Dancehall, Spice, graced the stage with a sensational performance. Her dynamic presence and commanding vocals set the tone for an unforgettable night, leaving the audience in awe and elevating the event to unprecedented heights,” the release shared.

The event also featured the likes of special guests  Soun Bwoii, who ignited the stage with his viral hit “Pump Up,” and Damon Albarn, frontman of the renowned band Gorillaz. The crowd erupted with energy when Albarn and Popcaan performed their hit collaboration, “Saturnz Barz,” creating a truly memorable moment that exemplified the seamless fusion of genres and cultures.

Popcaan was also joined on stage by his younger brother, Natebadz, who performed their collaborative track “Warrior.” The song, which has been making waves, brought a powerful energy to the show as the brothers united to deliver a performance that resonated deeply with the crowd.

Reggae legend Luciano was among the distinguished guests, attending to enjoy the show and lend his support, symbolizing the deep roots of Jamaican music from which dancehall has evolved. The event also drew the attention of international stars like former Manchester United footballer Patrice Evra and actor Michael Ward, known for his role in the hit Netflix series Top Boy, both of whom attended to show their support and appreciation for Popcaan’s historic night.

The landmark event reflects the dancehall genre’s steady influence and the powerful resonance of Jamaican culture in the global music landscape.

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