Tha BlackBoi - Kwame Despite

The latest offering from Uptown Energy Records sees newest member, THA BlackBoi release his first single since joining the label in 2012.

"Mini Yaano" means "What's going on?" in the Ghanaian Ga language.  Born in Accra, THA BlackBoi effortessly fuses punchy Pigin English, Twi and Ga lyrics and a rousing chorus to Cabum's beat production.  

We predict that this song is set to be the next anthem to win the hearts and minds of those who can resonate with its message - to continue daring to dream and working toward achievements despite inevitable obstacles.  The song charts THA BlackBoi's journey from the town where he was raised, Sunyani (Sun City), to becoming the latest Ghanaian hip hop sensation with his infectious yet clear delivery.

To learn more about THA BlackBoi, please click on the Biography button below.  

Producer: Cabum (@cabumonline)
Single artwork: Blaq Game of Wood Productions.  Finishing by Waya.
 
"I wanted to tell my story, for people to hear my experiences and also wanted to represent the hustle, the growth and the changes that I have gone through on the way to success.  I deliberately kept the freestyle sound in the verses to demonstrate this."
THA BlackBoi

Uptown Energy Records is home to many exciting talents such as the legendary Yaa Pono, Shuga Kwame, Obotantim Kwabota to name a few.

THA Black Boi "Mini Yaano" - (Prod. Cabum)

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Kudi (Prod by Peewezel) | www.dcleakers.com

Made in Ghana*tekno Pana cover

BLACK BOI Ft MEDIKAL.   3NFA ME HO

Jah Hand

Alternative Hip Hop/Hiplife/Afro Beat artiste. Recording under Uptown Energy Records

Biography
Conscious of a youthful generation keen to celebrate and rejoice whilst seemingly forgetting important elements of their history and culture, Uptown Energy’s THA BlackBoi stands apart from his peers by providing a bridge between traditional Ghanaian music culture and the more recent music culture.  Blackboi Movement Africa is his revolutionary response to the serious issues facing the motherland.  The acronym T.H.A stands for True Heritaged African - reconnecting Africans to their heritage.

THA Black Boi’s father loved classic high life music from artists such as Kojo Antwi and Fela Kuti and  these influences form the basis of his introduction to music and the inspiration behind his blending traditional African melodies with classic Hip Hop.  He grew up listening to hip-hop, later realising that the rap music form originated from Africa - the drums, the delivery, the appellations, the instruments; yet he was listening to modern day MCs such as Reggie Rockstone, Obrafour, Tupac Shakur, Rakim, Nas, Mos Def, and Talib Kweli.

In 2011 he recorded “Tears of A Blackboi” a hip hop mixed tape album addressing the neglect of the nation’s youth by the Government who had essentially ignored their voices and concerns.  His technique of mixing popular beats to grab the youth's attention whilst rapping conscious lyrics manages to educate whilst entertaining and gives a conscious reason to stand up for their rights.

It was in 2012 that THA BlackBoi met fellow Ghanaian, the reknowned Yaa Pono, whom he credits as being one of the most influential people in his music career.  Pono is a true musician who raps in Pidgeon English, Twi, Ga and Ewe.  Yaa Pono took THA BlackBoi under his wing and has given him the platform to hone his technique and demonstrate his lyrical skills.  He subsequently joined Uptown Energy, the music family started by Yaa Pono, the aim of the clique is to promote and direct ghetto youth to achieve their goals by studying, working hard and remaining dedicated to their chosen field.
 
THA BlackBoi released “More Vim” a motivational street anthem inspired by regular citizens of Ghana.  The unsung heroes without a recognisable voice and no evident representation in mainstream music. THA BlackBoi brings a conscious and fresh energy to local rap music.

Currently working on his debut album, THA BlackBoi’s first single under Uptown Energy Records, “Mi Ni Yaano”, is due for release on Monday 24th November 2014.
 
Discography
2011       “Tears of a Black Boi”      (Mixtape)
2013       “More Vim!”                      (Single)
 
Performances
THA BlackBoi’s introduction into the Music industry has been overseen by Uptown Energy with whom he has performed shows across Ghana mainly as support for Yaa Pono.  In early 2014, THA BlackBoi travelled to Kampala, Uganda to take part in the popular rap MC challenge “End of the Weak” where he confidently represented the whole of West Africa to rave reviews.
 
Uptown Energy Crew
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Doppy Green
Glenn
Jebidie
Joe Black
Kwabota
Ohene Amoako
Okoto Epuwe
Raz King
Shuga Kwame
Screech
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Tha Black Boi
Yaa Pono

Bookings, Interviews, Press and Management (International): Yaa Addo – YAVA Global Ltd.	
Tel: Ghana: +233 (0)202 044 570 UK: +44 (0)7435 537 293 Email: connect@yavaglobal.com www.facebook.com/yavaglobal

Bookings & Logistics (Ghana): Joseph Adinortey Puplampu (Joe Black) – Uptown Energy 
Tel:	Ghana: +233(0)200 811 083 +233(0)246 381 654	Email: joepup1100@gmail.com

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