- Ghanaian rapper Kweku Smoke released his new six track album ‘Kweku Jesus’ on March 8th.
- In about 24 hours, the new album racked up 100,000 hits on Audiomack and climbed to the enviable No. 1 spot on iTunes
- YEN.com.gh spoke to a music executive and talent manager, Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, on the steps of Kweku Smoke’s new album
On March 8, 2024, Ghanaian rapper Kweku Smoke released his new album Kweku Jesus on all streaming platforms.
The album has made significant strides on streaming platforms since its release.
The rapper took to social media to express his joy at the milestone and express his gratitude to his fans.
Source: Facebook
Kweku Smoke album set records
Just 24 hours after release, Kweku’s album Smoke became the most streamed project on iTunes.
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In addition to the steps of iTunes, the rapper’s new album, which is the fourth since his debut track with Sarkodie in 2019, it garnered over 100,000 hits on Audiomack on its release day. After three days, the statistics increased to 500,000 on the same platform.
According to music executive and talent manager Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh, who spoke exclusively to YEN.com.gh, “Kweku Smoke’s album is one for the streets and I’m not surprised that it’s getting the attention it deserves from die-hard fans of”.
“Last year, he released two amazing albums. Although he didn’t have the sustained buzz that many would have expected, his work rate alone is enough to earn him at least one nomination at the Ghana Music Awards,” added Boadu-Ayeboafoh.
Netizens react to Kweku Smoke’s moves
YEN.com.gh gathered some comments in reaction to Kweku Smoke’s new milestone.
Youngha Thugvybz said:
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Agyekum track dey bee ruff dabro….. keep it up Always know the road in DUNKWA dey feels waaa. .. I’m Q__uojo Vybs your only educated Gangsta ❤️❤️
Kojo Rich Boogie wrote:
We can thank God for blessing the street with a wonderful man who touched the heart of the street with inspiring songs. Thank God for blessing the road with a wonderful person like you, we are grateful. I will make it in life bro
Kingsley Gyebi added:
Did I tell you dude? you are the best rapper of the year and i mean it bro. Well done
Black Sherif reflects on streaming milestones
YEN.com.gh saw an interview in which Black Sheriff reflected on his steps as Spotify’s most streamed Ghanaian artiste for two consecutive years.
The Ghanaian musician said the support he’s getting makes him want to make more music and make a bigger impact:
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Source: YEN.com.gh