After nearly one month of his hugely successful “5th Dimension” 2023 USA and Canada tour, international reggae, dancehall, & afrobeats composer and performer Stonebwoy is back on the road for his all-new “5th Dimension” Australia, UK, and Europe Tour.
On Friday, September 29, the Ghanaian-born entertainer brought his sold-out “5th Dimension” world tour to Doug Jennings Park on the Gold Coast, marking the first of three shows scheduled to take place in Australia this Autumn. Stonebwoy performed before a capacity crowd of over 20,000 fans at the 2023 Promiseland Festival, making a triumphant return to touring in Australia since the 2016 “Go High Tour”.
The BET award-winner’s performance was a carefully curated journey through his illustrious career, seamlessly transitioning from soulful tunes to hard-hitting anthems. He delivered a performance with a setlist that spanned his entire solo catalog. However, he performed nearly every song from the new “5th Dimension” album, including the hit singles “Into the Future”, “Activate”, “My Sound”, “Life and Money”, “Therapy”, “Manodzi,” featuring 5x Grammy Award-winning singer Angelique Kidjo, and “Non Stop.”
Stonebwoy’s headlining “5th Dimension” Australia tour continues on Sunday, October 1st, in Perth at the Metro City, which is already sold out, before working its way through some iconic venues in Europe and the UK over the course of October.
The “5th Dimension” world tour also includes an extensive run of Europe and UK dates: Stonebwoy will perform in Brescia, Italy, on October 14th, Amsterdam, Netherlands, on October 15th, and a trio of performances in Berlin, Hamburg, and Dusseldorf, Germany, on October 19th, 20th, and 21st, respectively. It continues in the UK on October 26th in Manchester and Birmingham on October 27th, with a concluding date set for October 29th at London’s Electric Brixton.
The “5th Dimension” world tour supports Stonebwoy’s 2023 album of the same name. Widely hailed as a career-best, the album was acclaimed for its pivot to African and Caribbean styles such as afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, amapiano, folk, and other styles while leaning primarily toward pop-related themes. The album, which showcases the artist’s evolution and growth, pushing boundaries and delving into uncharted musical territories, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard World Reggae Album Charts.
Grammy-nominated, multiple award-winning Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy releases his most prestigious video to date for the brand new single, Manodzi, featuring 5 x Grammy Award winning singer Angélique Kidjo.
Directed by Ghanaian filmmaker, director and cinematographer, Yaw Skyface, the video was shot on location at the palatial Chateaux Bouffémont in the Bouffémont commune in France. Dating back to 1860, the chateaux provides the perfect backdrop for the video’s sweeping introduction, setting the scene for the true African royal experience taking place within its walls.
The video reflects the message behind the single Manodzi well. Referred to as Stonebwoy as the ‘root’ of his 5th Dimension album, the track is aptly placed last in track-listing. But it also has a deeper meaning concerning where Stonebwoy feels he is going in life and urges listeners to take comfort in the meaning.
The song simply means, ’keeping on’, whilst working hard to achieve one’s dreams. “I call it the last, but not least track on the album”, he states, because its uplifting message drives the listener to remember where they come from and where they are going – and getting to work with Angélique Kidjo has been a dream for Stonebwoy since the beginning of his career.
“It was an honour to work with Ms. Kidjo”, he respectfully states. “She is like a mother to me and Africa at large”. Kidjo is a multi-faceted singer, actor and activist and well-known for her immensely diverse approach to African sounds. Through Manodzi she expanded further by contributing vocals sung in the Ewe language, one that is not her native tongue. It is also her first feature outside of her primary language, which fans are finding particularly poignant. The internet has exploded with love for the track, with social platforms and react videos calling it Stonebwoy’s most spiritual track to date, proving that the collaboration resonates with listeners regardless of language.
The video itself is without a doubt one of the finest cinematic experiences that Stonebwoy has released in his career. Produced by London-based Casey Kobia, the crew and cast pulled out all the stops to produce one of the finest African music videos to date. It instils the sense that Stonebwoy is taking his rightful place amongst leaders in the African music industry, and with Ms. Kidjo making an appearance in the video alongside him, it is the perfect culmination of years of dreams and hard work paying off.
Stonebwoy has announced a show at the Electric Brixton in London, United Kingdom (UK), on Sunday, October 29. The show forms part of his all-new “5th Dimension” Australia, Europe, and UK autumn 2023 tour.
“5Th Dimension” Australia, Europe, and UK tour follows Stonebwoy’s undeniable success with his just ended “5Th Dimension” North America and Canada tour. On that tour, the BET award-winning international reggae, dancehall, and afropop artiste headlined multiple venues in over 10 cities in the United States of America and Canada, as well as appearances in three international music festivals such as the Bayfront World Reggae and Music Festival in Duluth, the ACDA Emancipation Festival in Guyana, and the City Park Summer Stage festival in New York.
The new show at London’s Electric Brixton will be the BET award-winning afropop, reggae, and dancehall singer’s final destination on his Australia, Europe, and UK tour routes, which will begin later this month in Queensland, Australia on September 30 at the Promiseland Festival.
Throughout the entire eleven-date concert series, Stonebwoy will perform in selected venues across Australia, Europe, and the UK. He will make anticipated stops in Brescia, Italy, on October 14th; Amsterdam, Netherlands, on October 15th; and a trio of performances in Berlin, Hamburg, and Dusseldorf, Germany, on October 19th, 20th, and 21st, respectively, before culminating in the UK with consecutive shows in Manchester and Birmingham on October 26th and 27th, respectively.
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Born Livingstone Satekla, Stonebwoy has maintained a dominant presence in Ghana’s pop scene since 2012. With a rich catalog of commercially successful tracks, Stonebwoy’s musical prowess frequently blends elements of Afropop, dancehall, and reggae, creating a unique and captivating sound. His latest album “5Th Dimension”, which peaked at No. 8 on Billboard World Reggae Chart explores other musical styles such as afrobeats, dancehall, ragga, amapiano, highlife, and afropop while delving into themes of wealth, love, and eternal devotion. It comprises 17 tracks and features collaborations with Stormzy, Angelique Kidjo, Davido, Tiwa Savage, Oxlade, and Mereba, among others.
With his fifth studio album, Stonebwoy reveals an unwillingness to slow down. He has consistently shown he has no fear when it comes to diversifying his sound, a trait that’s ever-present across the album’s 17 tracks. He even ventures into amapiano territory alongside South African superstar DJ Maphorisa on “Apotheke, displaying as much passion as he does on his signature dancehall-meets-Afrobeats records.
Stonebwoy Australia, Europe & UK Autumn 2023 tour dates
29th September, Queensland (Private Event)
30th September, Queensland, Australia
1st October, Perth, Australia
14th October, Brescia, Italy
15th October, Amsterdam, Netherlands
19th October, Berlin, Germany
20th October, Hamburg, Germany
21st October, Dusseldorf, Germany
26th October, Manchester, Uk
27th October, Birmingham, Uk
29th October, London, Uk
On Thursday, September 7, Stonebwoy made his debut on Grammy’s Global Spin Session, offering an uplifting performance of “Manodzi,” a single off his new billboard-charted album “5Th Dimension”.
The Ghanaian international and multi-award-winning recording artiste delivered the track in a practice room alongside his band. “Manodzi,” originally featuring GRAMMY Award-winning singer Angélique Kidjo, arrives on Stonebwoy’s newest album, 5th Dimension. In an interview with OkayAfrica, he said the song has “that sound that speaks Africa. Angelique is an institution of African music all the way through the diaspora … It just shows that, gradually, a boy like me is growing in the realms of people who are institutions.”
Growing up with few ties to entertainment, Ghanaian dancehall singer Stonebwoy never expected to be one of the most revered musicians from his country, with over 20 awards and a feature on three GRAMMY-nominated reggae albums. But as he reveals one of his newest tracks, “Manodzi,” always having confidence was a major key to his success.
“Every day, I’m winning/ See me never lose,” Stonebwoy boasts. “I am on a journey/ Forward I go, never returning now/ The wilderness don’t scare me/ Straight to the top I’m aiming now.”
Stonebwoy recently announced new dates for his upcoming “5th Dimesnion” tour across Australia, Europe, and the UK, following run in North America and Canada.
The 10-date tour will take the Ghana-native musician to multiple cities across Europe, the UK, and Australia. The tour will commence in Perth, Australia, on October 1st, with subsequent stops in Brescia, Italy, on October 14th, Amsterdam, Netherlands, on October 15th, and a trio of performances in Berlin, Hamburg, and Dusseldorf, Germany, on October 19th, 20th, and 21st, respectively, before culminating in the UK with consecutive shows in Manchester, Birmingham, and London on October 26th, 27th, and 29th, respectively.
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Stonebwoy has announced new dates for his upcoming “5th Dimesnion” tour across Australia, Europe, and the UK.
The new tour dates arrive on the heels of the already successful “5th Dimension” North America tour, which saw the BET award-winning international reggae, dancehall, and afropop artiste headline multiple venues in over 10 cities in the United States of America and Canada, as well as appearances in three international music festivals such as the Bayfront World Reggae and Music Festival in Duluth, the ACDA Emancipation Festival in Guyana, and the City Park Summer Stage festival in New York.
Stonebwoy’s newly announced 10-date tour will take the Ghana-native musician to multiple cities across Europe, the UK, and Australia. The tour will commence in Perth, Australia, on October 1st, with subsequent stops in Brescia, Italy, on October 14th, Amsterdam, Netherlands, on October 15th, and a trio of performances in Berlin, Hamburg, and Dusseldorf, Germany, on October 19th, 20th, and 21st, respectively, before culminating in the UK with consecutive shows in Manchester, Birmingham, and London on October 26th, 27th, and 29th, respectively.
Prior to these sets, Stonebwoy will also headline the Promiseland Festival in Australia later this month. On the road, Stonebwoy will perform songs from his extensive catalogue, most notably from the ground-breaking 5th Dimension album, alongside some fan favourites.
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Released on April 28th as Stonebwoy’s fifth studio album and his first under Universal Music Group division Def Jam Recordings, ‘5th Dimension’ incorporates Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, amapiano, folk, and other genres while leaning primarily toward pop-related themes. The album showcases the artist’s evolution and growth, pushing boundaries and delving into uncharted musical territories.
The last eight months have been a whirlwind of activity for Stonebwoy. Known for his relentless work ethic and dedication to his craft, the iconic musician has been juggling multiple projects, collaborations, philanthropic efforts, extensive touring, and personal endeavours, making him one of the most influential and respected musicians in the industry today. He recently left a trail of sold-out shows and euphoric crowds during the North America edition of his “5Th Dimension” tour. With each stop, the tour achieved unprecedented success, with each of his destinations, which include stops in Vancouver, Edmonton, Toronto, Detroit, Atlanta, Washington, New York and more, witnessing a symphony of musical excellence.
Born Livingstone Satekla, Stonebwoy has maintained a dominant presence in Ghana’s pop scene since 2012. With a rich catalogue of commercially successful tracks, Stonebwoy’s musical prowess frequently blends elements of Afropop, dancehall, and reggae, creating a unique and captivating sound.
The global music sensation Stonebwoy is on the cusp of igniting the Afronation Festival stage again in Detroit, following a historic and electrifying performance at Atlanta’s Masquerade on Wednesday, August 16th.
The multi-award-winning Ghanaian international has been confirmed as the headline artist for the US edition of the popular afrobeats festival scheduled for Detroit, Michigan, on Sunday, August 20th, as part of his hugely popular “5th Dimension” world tour.
A familiar face on the festival’s stage, Stonebwoy’s name has become synonymous with Afronation’s excellence since its inception. From his unforgettable debut at the inaugural Portugal edition in 2019 to his captivating performances at Afronation Ghana the same year and the Miami edition, Stonebwoy has solidified his reputation as the festival’s favorite.
Stonebwoy’s ongoing world tour has thrust him into the limelight, with the artist headlining iconic venues across the United States and Canada over the past 16 days. He has held audiences spellbound while showcasing his exceptional talent, which serves as a testament to his meteoric rise in the global music scene.
The recent Masquerade show in Atlanta was nothing short of spectacular, as throngs of fans converged to bask in the glory of Stonebwoy’s musical prowess. With every note, every lyric, and every move, Stonebwoy demonstrated why he stands among the finest musical talents of our time. His ability to connect with the audience on a profound level transcends language and culture, leaving an indelible mark on all those fortunate enough to witness his live performance.
Stonebwoy’s ongoing tour is an extension of his support for his latest album, “5th Dimension.” The album boasts an impressive lineup of collaborations, featuring renowned artists such as Stormzy, Davido, Angelique Kidjo, and Shaggy, among others. As the tour continues to captivate audiences across the globe, “5th Dimension” serves as a testament to Stonebwoy’s musical prowess and his ability to seamlessly blend genres and cultures.
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“My Sound,” a song by Stonebwoy, an award-winning Ghanaian international musician, has been featured as a soundtrack on “Love & Hip Hop: Miami.”
The song was featured in the season 5 premiere of the hit docu-soap and reality television franchise, which aired on Monday (August 14). The show highlights the bold, edgy, gorgeous, and diverse Miami city as well as delves into its rich cultural heritage while featuring tales of striving for stardom in the hip-hop, Latin, and reggaeton music scenes.
“My Sound” which features Legendary Jamaican dancehall singer Shaggy was commercially released the 12th track off Stonebwoy’s Billboard-rated fifth studio album “5Th Dimension”. Produced by Praiz, a Nigerian musician and sound engineer, the captivating track effortlessly blends reggae, dancehall, and afrobeat influences. It is critically acclaimed as a unifying force, bridging the gap between the African natives and the people of the Caribbean.
Comprising 17 songs, “5Th Dimension” is the BET-award winner and GRAMMY nominee’s first collection under Universal Music Group and DefJam Recordings. The album blends pop and pop-related themes with genres like Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, amapiano, and folk. It receives guest vocal contributions from Legendary composer and performer Angelique Kidjo, Afrobeats forerunners Tiwa Savage, Davido, and Oxlade, as well as Amapiano singer Maphorisa. Leading up to its release, the album was previewed by a number of singles, notably “Far Away” and “More Of You.”
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Stonebwoy is currently on tour, taking the new album on the road in the United States of America and Canada. Leaving a trail with eight sold-out shows thus far and euphoric crowds in Duluth, Guyana, Boston, Hartford, New York, Washington, Ardmore, and more, the tour forms part of the singer’s effort to showcase his extraordinary talent while reconnecting with his core fans. He is set to headline the Masquerade in Altanta on Wednesday (August 16) and subsequently perform in Detroit at the Afronation US festival on Sunday, August 20th. Other stops include Toronto (August 25), Edmonton (August 26), and Vancouver (August 27).
Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” North America tour dates:
16th August, Atlanta, GA (USA)
20th August, Detroit, MI (USA)
25th August, Toronto, ON (CANADA)
26th August, Edmonton, AB (CANADA)
27th August, Vancouver, BC (CANADA)
Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” Europe & UK tour dates:
26th October, Manchester
27th October, Birmingham
27th October, London
Tickets out now via: https://bio.to/Stonebwoy
Ghanaian reggae and dancehall maestro, Stonebwoy, has embarked on a monumental journey with his ongoing 5th Dimension world tour, leaving a trail of sold-out shows and euphoric crowds in his wake. With each stop, the tour, so far, has achieved unprecedented success, with each of his last seven (7) cities witnessing a symphony of musical excellence, showcasing the artist’s extraordinary talent and captivating stage presence.
The ACDA Emancipation Festival on the 1st of August in Guyana marked the tour’s commencement, and Stonebwoy’s performance was nothing short of an explosive inauguration. His energetic presence on stage ignited the festival grounds, and the audience was left entranced by the raw power of his vocals and charismatic delivery. New York’s iconic SummerStage on the 5th of August became the next canvas for his artistry. The Audience witnessed a heartwarming and memorable moment as Stonebwoy was joined by his two children on stage. The artist’s performance exuded warmth and joy, resonating deeply with the crowd. Stonebwoy, armed with his signature charisma, ignited the night with his electrifying performance, infusing the crowd with an infectious energy that lasted long after the final note.
Brighton Music Hall in Boston on the 6th of August became a haven for reggae and dancehall enthusiasts. Stonebwoy’s high-octane performance set the intimate venue ablaze, with the audience grooving to his infectious beats and electrifying rhythms. The tour reached Hartford on the 9th of August, casting a spell of musical enchantment upon the Connecticut city. Stonebwoy’s magnetic stage presence held the audience in a trance, with his chart-topping tracks igniting a fervor of excitement and cheers.
Returning to New York on the 11th of August, Stonebwoy took over SOB’s with a performance that redefined musical ecstasy. His dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals resonated deeply, captivating every soul in the room. The New York audience was left awestruck, chanting for more as the night came to a close. The journey made a stop in Ardmore on the 12th of August at the Ardmore Music Hall, where left the crowd in a state of pure euphoria.
As the 5th Dimension world tour continues its enchanting odyssey, Stonebwoy’s musical prowess continues to shine brightly. With anticipated stops in Atlanta, Detroit, Toronto, Edmonton, and Vancouver, fans are eagerly awaiting the next wave of sensational performances. Tonight, on August 13th, the stage is set for another night of musical enchantment as Stonebwoy takes Washington DC by storm. His extraordinary talent and unwavering passion for music promise to inspire awe and leave an indelible mark on the hearts of all who are fortunate enough to witness his magical performance.
Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” North America tour dates:
13th August, Washington, DC (USA)
16th August, Atlanta, GA (USA)
20th August, Detroit, MI (USA)
25th August, Toronto, ON (CANADA)
26th August, Edmonton, AB (CANADA)
27th August, Vancouver, BC (CANADA)
Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” Europe & UK tour dates:
26th October, Manchester
27th October, Birmingham
27th October, London
Tickets out now via: https://bio.to/Stonebwoy
5th Dimension, Stonebwoy’s follow-up to his 2020 LP, AnlogaJunction, arrived April 28 via Universal Music Group and DefJam Recordings. The 17-song record includes “Manodzi” (which features multi-GRAMMY award-winner Angelique Lidjo), “Life & Money” (which featuring Stormzy), and “Into The Future”. The album thematically incorporates Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, amapiano, folk, and other genres while leaning primarily toward pop-related themes. It showcases the artist’s evolution and growth, pushing boundaries and delving into uncharted musical territories.
STONEBWOY’s latest single ‘’Life & Money” off his “5Th Dimension” album hits a top 50 billboard US Afrobeats songs chart peak this week.
On Tuesday (August 8), the song made its debut entry into the chart’s top 50, peaking at No. 47 after scoring landmark success in the US territory, which includes radio airplay audience impressions, streams on both subscription and ad-supported tiers of leading audio and video music services, plus download sales from top music retailers across the region.
This new feat arrives just days after he was presented with a Billboard plaque for his latest album, ‘’5th Dimension,” which reached an impressive peak position of number 8 on the coveted Billboard World Reggae Albums Chart. The plaque was presented to Stonebwoy in recognition of his musical excellence and the global impact of his music.
Featuring UK-based BRIT award-winning rapper Stormzy, ‘’Life & Money” initially arrived on April 28th as the lead single off the Ghanaian international reggae, dancehall, and afrobeats artist’s fifth studio album, “5th Dimension”. On July 28, a re-imagined version, on which he expands the original with a signature lithe and laidback verse, complementing the mood seamlessly, featuring multi-platinum chart-topping Atlanta rap phenom Russ was released. In the accompanying video, Stonebwoy and Russ turn up at a house party surrounded by friends. The stylized visual threads together scenes inside the house with performance vignettes shot against the backdrop of a cloudy gray sky.
Stonebwoy is no stranger to the billboard charts. He has maintained a steady presence on various charts since his breakthrough third studio LP, ‘’Epistles of Mama (EOM)”. The 2017 album reached No. 13 on the World Album Chart. In 2020, he also charted his Keri Hilson-assisted single ‘’Nominate” off the 15-track ‘’Anloga Junction” album, which was released in 2020, at No. 19 on the World Digital Songs Sale chart. He is also a recipient of three billboard achievement plaques for his features on Collie Buddz’s ‘’Hybrid Album” and Sizzla Kalonji’s ‘’I’m Yours”. The two albums ranked No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, on the Billboard charts.
“5th Dimension” is Stonebwoy’s 5th career album and his first in three years after the release of Anloga Junction in 2020. The 17-track album incorporates Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, amapiano, folk, and other genres while leaning primarily toward pop and pop-related themes. The project also boasts features from Nigeria’s Davido, Oxlade, Tiwa Savage, Beninese legend Angélique Kidjo, and South African amapiano progenitor DJ Maphorisa. Others include Shaggy (Jamaica), Dexta Daps (Jamaica), Mereba (US), and Jaz Karis (UK).
Stonebwoy is currently embarking North America, Canada & UK tour in support of his ‘’5Th Dimension” album. Get tickets here: bio.to/Stonebwoy
The Wild Africa Fund has signed a strategic partnership with The Livingstone Foundation, a charity organization owned by renowned Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy. The collaboration aims to amplify efforts for conservation and raise awareness about the urgent need to protect the nation’s diverse flora and fauna.
The announcement of this vital partnership was met with enthusiasm and optimism, as both the Wild Africa Fund and Dr. Louisa Satekla-led charity organization share a common vision for a sustainable future where the rich biodiversity of Ghana thrives for generations to come. The collaboration will see the two organizations unite their expertise, resources, and passion to address the pressing challenges faced by the country’s wildlife and ecosystems.
The Wild Africa Fund, recognized for its commitment to safeguarding Africa’s natural heritage, has a history of impactful initiatives that have contributed to the protection of endangered species and the preservation of vital habitats. By joining forces with the charity organization, the stage is set for a more resonant call to action that transcends borders and resonates with people from all walks of life.
Dr. Louisa Satekla, a renowned Ghanaian health practitioner and Director of The Livingstone Foundation, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership. “It is an honor to collaborate with the Wild Africa Fund in this important mission. Ghana’s wildlife and natural beauty are treasures that we must protect for our children and the generations to come,” said Dr. Louisa. Shee emphasized the role of artists and influencers in raising awareness and inspiring positive change in society.
The collaboration between the two impactful organizations is poised to create a ripple effect of positive change. By leveraging their combined influence, they intend to harness public attention, engage communities, and drive meaningful conversations around conservation. The call to protect Ghana’s wildlife is not just a responsibility but a collective duty that requires united efforts.
The partnership announcement comes at a crucial juncture, as the country grapples with the interconnected challenges of climate change, habitat loss, and biodiversity decline With Ghana’s unique wildlife and ecosystems facing increasing threats, as a result illegal human practices, such as the galamsey menace heavily operated by the Chinese nationals, the collaboration between the Wild Africa Fund and The Livingstone Foundation charity organization represents a beacon of hope for the preservation of the nation’s natural heritage.
The Livingstone Foundation is actively involved in an array of lifechanging humanitarian initiatives, notably the BHIM Workshop, where participants receive training in various areas such as small-scale farming activities, entrepreneurial development, food and agro-processing, and fashion production. These workshops aim to empower individuals and equip them with valuable skills for their personal and professional growth. Recently the foundation successfully commissioned a transformative project that brings access to clean water to four communities affected by illegal Chinese mining activities.
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