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I sold out Apollo Theatre before Burna Boy – Sarkodie

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During his ‘History In The Making’ gigs in New York, rapper Sarkodie claims to have sold out the Apollo Theatre in front of several African acts.

Ghanaians, he claims, don’t appreciate and cherish own memories sufficiently, so they spend their time focused on the accomplishments of others — a gesture he sees as threatening to the music industry’s progress.

In an interview with Daybreak Hitz, the rapper, who recently released his ‘No Pressure’ album, said he sold out the Apollo Theatre in 2015 before Nigeria’s Burna Boy, but Ghanaians don’t remember such things.

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“We must seize and hang on to our opportunity. We do well, yet we prefer to compare ourselves to other countries. I recall selling out the Apollo Theatre, but according to BET, Burna Boy was the first Afrobeat musician to do so… Sarkodie told Andy Dosty, “So I accomplished it before him.”

“When Beyonce’s album was out, many websites claimed Burna Boy, Wizkid, and others… So, have a look at my tweet… I mentioned Shatta Wale and other amazing musicians… My main [priority] is my Ghanaian people… I appreciate my Nigerian artists, but my top [priority] is my Nigerian people… That way, you can readily capture people’s attention,” he explained.

Ghanaians, according to Sarkodie, should ponder on highlighting their major moments in the music field so that the rest of the world can catch up with them.

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Sarkodie’s headline event, billed “History in the Making,” at New York’s Apollo Theater on August 8, 2015, was sold out.

To reward his followers for showing up in such large numbers, he created an official video called Sark Nation, in which he rapped over footage from the show.

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Publicist Ferty Felix, Emcee Nice, DMB and Musicians Pay Emotional Visit to The Late DJ Kazopy’s Family

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Members of Ghana’s entertainment industry have shown their support and solidarity to the family of late disc jockey and radio personality Elvis Adi Okumko following his recent passing.

On Wednesday, May 5, a delegation of musicians, DJs, and entertainment figures visited the bereaved family to mourn with them and offer words of comfort during the difficult period. The visit was coordinated by popular hypeman Emcee Nice together with entertainment publicist Ferty Felix.

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The late DJ Kazopy reportedly passed away on April 28 after battling a short illness, news that has since left many industry players and fans in shock.

Among personalities present during the visit were music producer DMB (Dare Mame Beat), DJ Splash, Party Boy, Kuarme Alma, Fali Finest, Amerro Twist, Jupi One, Richie Blaq, Quacy Qlynx, Kulcha, 2PM, Stunning, and several others connected to the music scene.

The gathering served as a moment of reflection on the late DJ’s contribution to the entertainment industry, particularly his support for musicians and creatives over the years. Family members expressed appreciation for the love and concern shown by colleagues and friends from the industry.

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Addressing the family during the visit, singer and songwriter Kwame Kyere-Twie noted that the passing of DJ Kazopy is a painful loss to the creative arts community.

The family further revealed that funeral arrangements for the late DJ will climax on Friday, May 29, at Old Abesim Station in New Dormaa, Sunyani.

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As tributes continue to pour in from fans and colleagues, many have described DJ Kazopy as a passionate entertainment figure whose legacy will continue to live on through the many lives he impacted.

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