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22 Jan

‘It Was A Sabotage’ – Reggie Rockstone After Scathing Review Of His Business

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Renowned Ghanaian musician, Reggie Rockstone, has spoken out about a recent scathing review of his RockzWaakye Restaurant, alleging that it was part of a deliberate setup by a competitor. In a video shared on social media, Rockstone recounted how a food blogger on TikTok harshly criticised his waakye, particularly targeting the use of coconut oil, which is a signature ingredient of his dish. Initially, Rockstone said he took the criticism in stride, considering it as the blogger's personal experience. “I took it in good faith. I was like, ‘Okay, this might be her personal experience, but I had a little reservation…

18 Jun

Reggie Rockstone Is The Originator Of Hiplife – Appietus

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The issue of who the originator of hiplife is has been lurking in the music industry for some time Hiplife is a music genre birthed in Ghana in the early 90s from a fusion of American hip-hop and Ghanaian highlife music. It established itself as music with a truly African identity for a new generation of Ghanaians. While hiplife legend Reggie Rockstone has insisted for years that he originated hiplife, several key personalities who contributed immensely to the genre’s growth have disputed the claim. But speaking on The Chat on Channel One TV – hosted by Ekow Koomson, legendary sound engineer Appiah Dankwah better known…

25 Jan

Reggie Rockstone’s Wife Replies Shatta Wale

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Dr. Zilla Limann, wife of renowned rapper, Reggie Rockstone has chided dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale for criticising her husband. Shatta Wale is reported to mocked the hiplife Grandpapa for achieving little after years in the music industry. The controversial musician said given Reggie Rockstone feat, he should not be selling waakye and living in his father’s house. This comment by Shatta Wale has angered Dr Zilla Limann who described it as disrespectful. She could not fathom why Shatta will mock her husband without any provocation. Dr Zilla Limann added that, it is obvious Shatta is ignorant about the importance of…

24 Jan

There’s Corruption In Our Music Industry, Artistes Are Buying Online Streams – Reggie Rockstone

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Hiplife pioneer Reggie Rockstone has exposed what he claims is widespread corruption within the Ghanaian music industry, with some artistes allegedly resorting to purchasing online streams to inflate their popularity. Speaking on Cape Coast's Property FM, Reggie Rockstone expressed concern that many Ghanaian musicians are not authentically earning the staggering streaming numbers they boast but are resorting to streaming farms – (the practice of artificially boosting streaming numbers through various means). The Me Na Me Kae crooner didn't mince words as he called attention to the corruption infiltrating the music scene, hinting that it merits a thorough discussion. He asserted, "The huge number of…

23 Jan

Reggie Rockstone Reveals How he wants To Be Remembered

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Pioneer of Ghanaian hiplife music, Reggie Rockstone has opened up about his multifaceted contributions to the industry and how he wants to be remembered. In an interview, he said he wants to be remembered as the lyrical maestro, a Pan-Africanist and a philanthropist. “For me, whatever I do, the main thing that would be used to remember me is music, but I’m a little bit more than music,” Reggie Rockstone said. He said aside music, his legacy also includes Pan-African endeavors that have left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape. Reggie Rockstone popularise the use of Twi in Ghanaian…

24 Jul

Adjetey Sowah Taught Me How To Make Money – Reggie Rockstone

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Renowned as the Grandpapa of Hip-Life, Reggie Rockstone, has opened up about the profound impact of his long-time friend and colleague, Adjetey Sowah. On Asaase Radio, Hip-Life pioneer Adjetey Sowah acknowledged the significant influence that he had on his life and career, stating that he taught him how to make money through Adjetey Sowah. "That man (Adjetey Sowah) is the blueprint. That man taught me how to make money," Reggie Rockstone said, expressing his admiration for Adjetey Sowah. The depth of their bond was evident as Reggie continued to highlight the significant role Adjetey played in shaping the nightlife scene in Accra. According…

18 Apr

Rockstone Cites Sarkodie Advising Young Stars On Sustained Relevance, Warns Against ‘Fame Drug’

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Famed as the originator and the Grandfather of Hiplife music, Reggie Rockstone has advised music stars and celebrities about fame, relevance, guarding against depression, the power of social media, and seeing music as a business with trans-generational benefits. Rockstone was speaking on Class 91.3 FM's 'The Big Show', Saturday, April 15, 2023, when host Nana Kwesi Asare asked him to advise the present stars of Ghana. Nicknamed Grandpapa, his initial response was a show of immense respect and admiration for the music notables of today and cited Sarkodie as a worthy role model for sustained relevance. "These guys are really sharp," he told Nana…

18 Apr

Reggie Rockstone ‘Wishes’ He’d Taken ‘Business Side’ Of Hiplife More Seriously

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Music icon Reggie Rockstone has said he would have taken the business part of music more seriously were the Hiplife revolution, which he led, happening today. Saturday, April 15, 2023, the venerated rapper nicknamed the Grand Papa of Hiplife guested on 'The Big Show' on Class 91.3 FM. Kumi, a listener to ‘The Big Show’ hosted by Nana Kwesi Asare, texted in asking Reggie Rockstone if he would have done things differently, with the advantage of hindsight. “Yes,” Rockstone readily answered. “Because there’s always room for improvement. I believe in that.” “One, I would have put the business side of…

15 Mar

Reggie Rockstone Cites VVIP In His Defense Of Mcbrown Over UTV Exit

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Reggie Rockstone has shared his experience of being criticized by Ghanaians for joining VVIP while Nana Ama McBrown made her move from Despite Media Group to Media General. In an Instagram comment, Reggie acknowledged the criticism he received when he joined the music group after Promzy's exit but emphasized that everyone enjoyed the music they created together. He also expressed his belief that change is good and that people should move on. “Till this day, some folx still cuss me about joining VIP into VVIP, but all enjoyed the music we made lol smh! Humans can be sum way huh! Change…

14 Mar

Reggie Rockstone Set For ‘Give Him His Flowers’ To Celebrate His Achievement

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Veteran Ghanaian rapper, Reggie Rockstone has been billed to headline the 'Give Him His Flowers' concert which is a musical event to honour the legendary rapper. The event which has been scheduled to take place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) is being put up by Linmart Media Solutions and The End Production has been dubbed 'Give Him His Flowers’. Popularly known as the Hip-life Grandpapa, Rockstone will share the stage with some high-profile musicians like Bennie Man, Wyclef, Samini, Obrafour, Tinny, Idris Elba and 2face Idibia. Other young artists who were inspired by his craft like Sarkodie, KIDI,…