Ghanaian music curator and industry tastemaker Kojo Blak believes the country’s new wave of artistes is on the verge of transforming the entire African music landscape.
Speaking in an interview with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio on Hitz FM on Thursday December 4, Kojo Blak said the current crop of emerging acts is crafting a distinctive sound that is positioning Ghana for a major global breakthrough.
“There’s a difference. There’s a statement we are trying to make,” he said. “If you listen to the likes of Moliy, AratheJay, Black Sherif, Lasmid, OliveTheBoy, Lalid, Gona Boy, Alor G, RCee — you feel Ghana is heading on a particular journey. Maybe we haven’t seen it yet, but I see it.”
According to him, the country is on the brink of a significant shift.
“We are heading somewhere. We are about to change the whole face of African music,” he added, expressing confidence in the direction the industry is taking.
Kojo Blakk noted that the evolution isn’t solely tied to global hits or viral songs, but to the rich, innovative sound emerging from Ghana’s studios. He credited the producers shaping these artistes, emphasising their often-overlooked role.
“It’s about the type of sound we are producing now. Big shoutouts to Ugly & Tough, Qwess Beats, and all the producers helping these acts rise,” he said. “Sometimes we forget them, and that’s the sad part.”
