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Spotlight on TGMA’s Nominees; Beeztrap KOTM, Kofi Kinaata, Kwesi Arthur, Titi Owusu & Kwesi Amewuga

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BV MUSIC

Apr 28, 2025

It’s officially voting season for the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) and the excitement is off the charts! Once again, the prestigious annual awards ceremony is set to honor the artists and records that made us dance, cry, fall in love, and heal through music over the past year. From viral hits to soulful ballads, here’s a look at some of the incredible talents who have earned nominations this year:

Beeztrap KOTM: Few can deny Beeztrap KOTM’s dominance last year. With the monster hit “Fly Girl” featuring Oseikrom Sikanii, he became a household name. Beeztrap KOTM boasts one of the highest nomination counts this year, scoring nods across multiple major categories. Nominations: - Best New Artiste - Collaboration Of The Year ("Fly Girl" ft. Oseikrom Sikanii) - Collaboration Of The Year ("Amen" - Sarkodie ft. Beeztrap KOTM) - Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste - Best Afrobeats Song ("Yesu") - Best HipHop Song ("Fly Girl") - Best HipHop Song ("Amen") - Best Hiplife Song ("Bad Feeling" - Tulenkey ft. Beeztrap KOTM)

Kofi Kinaata: Kofi Kinaata continues to be a pillar of Ghanaian Highlife and thoughtful songwriting. His album "Kofi OO Kofi" and hits like "Effiakuma Broken Heart" remind us why he’s a fan favorite year after year. Nominations: - Songwriter Of The Year - Best Highlife Artiste - Best Highlife Song ("Effiakuma Broken Heart") - Best Music Video ("Auntie Ama") - Album/EP of the Year ("Kofi OO Kofi") - Record Of The Year ("Auntie Ama")

Kwesi Arthur: Known for effortlessly blending Afrobeat vibes with heartfelt rap, Kwesi Arthur stayed true to his craft in 2024. His last project, "This Is Not The Tape III", gave us gems like "Fefe Ne Fe" and the streets loved it! Nominations: - Best Afrobeats Song ("Fefe Ne Fe")

Titi Owusu brings raw soul and vulnerability to every note she sings. Her nomination for Best Female Vocal Performance with the song "Nobody" is a clear sign that authentic, heartfelt music still resonates deeply with listeners. Nominations: - Best Female Vocal Performance ("Nobody")

If you're looking for the next big thing, Kwesi Amewuga is one to watch. With an explosive run featuring bangers like "Action," "Savage Flow," and "3:30" (ft. Beeztrap KOTM), he’s quickly carving out a unique space in the Ghanaian music industry. Nominations: - Best New Artiste

Who Are You Rooting For? The 2025 TGMA is shaping up to be one of the most competitive editions yet. Whether you're rooting for a veteran hitmaker or a fresh new voice, one thing’s clear: Ghanaian music is shining brighter than ever.