SANATU ZAMBANG STUDIOS (Podcast)

Tamale is not only becoming a hub of musical talents, entrepreneurs, activists, and authors, but also film critics. Wunpini F Mohammed born in Tamale, Ghana, with a BA in English and Spanish from the University of Ghana, and completed a master's degree in Rhetoric and Technical Communication at Michigan Technological University.  Wunpini has no film certificate or degree but her review on Coz ov Moni film, starring Wanlov The Kubolor, M3NSA, Reggie Rockstone, Samini, Panji Anoff, Mutombo Da Poet and Directed by King Luu. Wunpini Review on  Coz ov Moni film '' Described as the world’s first pidgin musical, Coz ov Moni was exactly what the Ghanaian movie industry needed when it was released in 2010. The movie, directed by King Luu, written by the FOKN Bois and produced by Panji Anoff stars Wanlov The Kubolor and M3NSA (FOKN Bois). The FOKN Bois duo have contributed immensely to arts, entertainment and culture in Ghana with their th...

The Singaporean film Fundamentally Happy, about a reunion between a young Chinese man and an elderly Malay woman who were once neighbours, has been banned from Malaysian cinemas because of cultural sensitivities. According to the film-makers, the Film Censorship Board of Malaysia (LPF) said that the film contains "elements that may be sensitive to the feelings of Malaysian Malays and may be interpreted by Malaysian Malays as an attempt to reflect the community's attitude towards those who abuse the weak to fulfil their desires". In the film, the happy reunion between the neighbours soon leads to allegations of child abuse in the past that may or may not have happened, The Straits Times reported. The play of the same name that the film is based on was staged in 2007 at The Actor's Studio in Kuala Lumpur without any cuts, advisory or rating. Haresh Sharma wrote the 2006 play, which won Best Script and Best Production at the Life! Theatre Awards. S...

This is no longer a fairy tale; the Northern regional capital artistes are pushing boundaries to conquer the contemporary musical scene of Ghana.  Tamale darling boy, Maccasio, was officially invited to present an award at the just ended Hausa Music Awards is organized by Xcess entertainment in collaboration with Stepford Multimedia and supported by MUSIGA, Danville entertainment and Hiyat TV. The prince of the Zolahood has been busy this month, information reaching Sanatu Zambang indicates that the Maccasio will not be able to perform at the PROJECT PEACEFUL ELECTION SOUND KLASH, due to his busy schedule as he will be in the Capital city of Ghana as a special guest at the Hausa Music Awards. Maccasio confirmed his absence at the PROJECT PEACEFUL ELECTION SOUND KLASH, posting on his facebook page  ‘’ Even tho I won't b there to perform but ma people wil b giving u guys some wonderful performances at the Tamale Jubilee park this Saturday it's all about peace so ...

Many will say,  Poetry   is a form of literature that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language such as phonaesthetics, sound symbolism, and metre to evoke meanings in addition to, or in place of, the prosaic ostensible meaning, others will say its  an art form in which human language is used for its aesthetic qualities in addition to, or instead of, its notional and semantic content, either way Mr Alhassan Rabiu has a special way of captivating his readers and pulling their memories back and forward, east and west, up and down, and guest what, readers enjoy this ride of his. Here is Mr Rabiu latest poem.   LEGACY When the rivers  of sorrow dry and the streams of joy filled to the brim we shall recount the stories of yesterday  and guide our steps by the very humble past We shall stand  on the banks of the streams and pull the hands of they that live  our gruesome past we shall strive  to create ...

Born on 28 th October, Lansah Gaddafi Studied at Tamale poly in the Northern Region capital and then to NIIT.  The highly recommended Dj began radio in 2004 at fiila FM in the tamale metropolis, His passion and dedication in his field saw him moved to Citi FM in 2010. One won't marvel when you find out that Mr Gaddafi was the entertainment prefect back at Secondary School.  Whenever DJ Gaddafi  announces his introduction presence on air, on his popular late night citicountdown show, fans are assured of a world class radio jam time from him. In the era of social media one can easily monitor the birthday wishes of personalities and DJ Gaddafi was no exception. Check out the birthday wishes posted on the wall of our adorable Dj. Amin Abdul-Basit Yarinaa THE PRIDE OF THE NORTH!!! My Uncle, My DJ! Guys! Help me to wish one of the best DJs of our time a happy born day. I wish u success in the industry as u celebrate this memorable day in ur lyf. WU...

For many art is a dynamic expression of self, experiences and an interpretation of visions but we will generally accept that beyond the subjective nature there will always be ideals. So every new artiste must be ready to undergo a series of critique which can make one excel in their chosen field of art especially music. A few weeks a go www.thesavannaonline.com received a song from Raafi in Tamale, the song by Nazz left such a huge impression about Nazz’s ability to bring something danceable yet refreshing to music made in the savanna regions of Ghana. SavannahOnline  decided to bring in someone we can describe as a musical aficionado into the fray as we seek to analyze Money-O. Without mincing words Mr. Obed O. Otoo an experienced sound engineer and the man behind the numerous caller tunes made available by Spice-Ghana had the following to say on this maiden release by Nazz. “Good sounding Afro pop...the song can match any of the Afro pop songs trending...

This year has seen stiff competition in the Northern Region music scene, from hit singles to album launch, new artiste to popular artiste, controversial musicians to record making musicians.  In the past months the likes of BET winner stonebowy, dance hall king shatta wale, Nigeria star davido, master stage performer Samini, Jupitar, VGMA new artiste of the year Kinaata have stage concerts at the Tamale Sports Studium and the response has been amazingly excellent, except for Samini high grade family concert which had some organizational problems.  This time around, the musicians in Tamale will be invading the National Theater in the capital Accra. One wouldn’t have to wonder who the headline artiste is, but for first timers, Sanatu Zambang will give an introduction. He has had over 10,000  fans storming the Tamale sports stadium at his album launch earlier this year, this artiste is Ahmed Mujahid Bello popularly know as Fancy Gadam.  ...

The Northern regional capital has been buzzing with the emergence of musical heavyweights; individual artistes are pushing boundaries to conquer the contemporary musical scene of Ghana. One such fine artiste is Fancy Gadam. Combining impeccable dance moves, upbeat dance music and a pentatonic tone, Fancy Gadam who has endeared himself into the hearts of music lovers and set enviable records is finally ready to prove to Accra that his worth is not just limited to Dagbon and Tamale. On the 6th of November, Fancy Gadam and an army of musicians will turn all directional signs towards the National Theatre of Ghana - for a one of  a kind musical show that is expected to send tongues wagging for long time. The success of this event will not be on the back of big acts in Accra but the impressive performances of acts like SKY the Tamale Boy, One 9ra, Ataaka, Jamal Bamba, Dabba, Abada, Iwan, Gidor, Saani and the Champion boy himself Fancy Gadam. According to SavannahOnli...

Afro-pop singer Wiyaala will round up an extensive world tour with a concert in the upper east region of Ghana, Wa.  Backed by the Djimba World Band, the concert will be held at Wa Community Centre, and will also feature many surprise acts.   Currently signed to Djimba World Records, and JTV Digital, the sensational songstress has over the past months rocked every single concert she has appeared on.  The Multiple Award winning Afro Pop artiste left her mark at the Vodafone Legends Night and her performance was tipped as the best.    The Vodafone Legends Night which was held at the State Banquet Hall, Accra. The spirited performer kept patrons yearning for more with the Lioness of Africa performance. Wiyaala will be releasing a new music video titled KANDABANYE (Had I Known). Noella Wiyaala is set to release; the song is about a man who breaks a woman's heart, as the woman plans on seeking revenge. Wiyaala and her management are curre...

Ahead of Fancy Gadam concert at the National Theater, happening this 6th November. The Northern star boy has encountered his first share of media propaganda. According to an online article on Flex Newspaper, Fancy Gadam said  “I am also not happy about the issue because the fans there are solely mine and not that of Stonebwoy. They came to the airport and the show because of me and not him that is one of the reasons Stonebwoy of his caliber have to perform before me, if he didn’t the stadium would be empty after my performance. I’m personally not happy about Stonebwoy not giving me credit for organizing and putting that up for him,”  the false article  on Flex Newspaper added that  '' Fancy Gadam  fans came to him complaining bitterly about how Stonebwoy was going about parading how he pulled the crowd at the airport and during his performance at the show in tamale without crediting the main artiste on the bill which is him '' . Speaking ...

After aseries of Videos of fans and dancers singing and dancing to Pana Refix by Nazz . The Afro pop and soul singer seems to penetrate into the Ghana music industry. Short videos of the Nazz refix on Pana by Tekno has been seen trending  the facebook.  The 23 year old is just about the same age as Nazz, and they both seem to have lots of similarities in the kind and style of music they do.  On 17th October, Afro Pop, Highlife and Soul artiste Nazz has dropped a  refix of Tekno’s  Pana Track, Nazz Pana refix has received positives views from Djs to Music critics, as if that wasn’t enough Ghana’s King Sark dropped a refix of Pana on the 20th, just 3 days after Nazz Pana refix. Nazz pana is seen to be more popular than SarkodiePana The Best International Act winner and Africa's greatest hip hop artists posted a short video of his Pana refix on social Media with the caption '' Bored in the hotel Room ...  freestyle.... Y'all can manage ...

Much like at an awards show, cameras panned to faces in the crowd (Mr Siita of Ntv, Buta,   Maccarthy, Adnan, Blessila,   Irene Konlan,  Naana Nihad,  Business youngster Mohammed Tawfiq,  Nuru, music producer flames, Ibrahim Mustapha, Martha of Martha Foundation, Hakim the Poet, Music Video Director Joe Gameli, DJ Sebastian, Kola Nut, Actor Romeo and Nana Ankobiah and Founder of Sanatu Zambang included) Wear Nation made its first runway fashion show under the Savannah Lifestyle Fashion Show.  The whole Savannah Lifestyle Fashion Show took place at the legendary Tacorabama Restaurant on the upper east road, opposite Gariba Lodge . CEO of North Television, who is to launch his 2 nd book, this Saturday titled Who Want to Be Rich book, has been reviewed by Prof. John B.K. Aheto, made it to the special invited guest list. Award winning photo journalist Buta also graced the show. Afro pop and soul artist N...

Derrick Rex Kpogeh, Author and Teacher , former script writer and post production supervisor on  Viasat 1 Ghana Laugh a Minute comedy show, took to social media to slam hypocrites, as to why and what reason, we are yet to find out  Hypocrisy has been a subject of  folk wisdom  and  wisdom literature  from the beginnings of  human history   A hypocrite is more dangerous than a dishonest man. A dishonest man deceives and cheats, and a hypocrite betrays and swindles.  Hypocrisy  is the contrivance of a false appearance of virtue or goodness, while concealing real character or inclinations, especially with respect to religious and moral beliefs; hence in general sense, dissimulation, pretense, sham. It is the practice of engaging in the same behavior or activity for which one criticizes another. In moral psychology, it is the failure to follow one’s own expressed moral rules and principles HYPOCRISY  Blow ou...

If you really want to be an author, then you have to be prepared to spend many hours a day trying to generate original and exciting ideas. You may have to wake up before the crack of dawn before you start your "real" job. You may have to scribble your ideas on the taxi ride home. Some of these hours will be frustrating, but others will be more rewarding than you can imagine. And the feeling of writing a book and sending it out into the world can be one of the best in the world. After completing school, BABA GIBREEL joined the thousands of unemployed youth, struggling and marching in the burning sun of  the streets of gold coast, now Ghana. ''  But what was even surprising was the fact that, there were people who were having better grades than me and I was doing better than them. I  started to look into it and that was how the idea of my first book ''  The Exceptional Graduate'' came about'' Baba Gibreel said.  BABA GIBREEL Au...