#RockyDawuni

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Prioritize Your Craft and Lyrics, Don’t Chase After Hits – Rocky Dawuni    

[musicarenagh]

Rocky Dawuni Drops New Single “Shade Tree” Rocky Dawuni is a singer, songwriter, producer, and campaigner on the international stage. He has just released his new hit, "Shade Tree." The next new album that has been nominated for three Grammys is scheduled to be released in 2024. The song will be the first track released from the album. The Ghanaian artist has delivered a whole new worldwide anthem in "Shade Tree" that promotes empowerment and harmony throughout the world. The idea behind the song is that of a tree that offers protection from the sun to all of the many "shades" that make up mankind. It serves as a place of confluence and an oasis for all of the people. Conflicts and disputes may be addressed under the shade tree since it gives "shelter from the rain" that is shared by all of the people. This is humanity's shared fate since we are a part of nature, and our fate is intricately intertwined with each other's as well as with the rest of life, much like the way a tree's roots are connected to the rest of the living world. We are a community yet maintaining our separate identities under the tree. https://youtu.be/p3DlZBHNvP8 The song is sung from the point of view of a person with an isolated spirit who is looking for connection and community. These qualities may be seen in numerous forms in people's daily lives when they come together to celebrate and find a connection from a place of isolation. This is a powerful song that serves as a sad reminder to people of our connected humanity at a time when Africa is just becoming aware of new political realities and the rest of the globe is struggling to come to terms with increasing geopolitical tensions. Rocky Dawuni's original and distinctive "Afro Roots" style is a fusion of several musical genres, including Roots Reggae, Afrobeat, Highlife, Soul, Pop, and more. Dawuni is a captivating performer who has been on stage with illustrious artists such as Stevie Wonder, Ozomatli, Peter Gabriel, Angelique Kidjo, and a great number of others. CNN ranked Rocky as one of Africa's top 10 worldwide talents after seeing him perform in such illustrious venues as the Kennedy Centre, the Lincoln Centre, and the Hollywood Bowl. In light of this, CNN gave Rocky this honour. [caption id="attachment_51796" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Rocky Dawuni Drops New Single “Shade Tree”[/caption] Rocky is a committed activist who oversees the operations of his own nonprofit organisation, the Rocky Dawuni Foundation, in addition to his roles as a UN Goodwill Ambassador for the Environment in Africa and a Global Ambassador for the World Day of African and Afro-Descendant Culture. via these and other categories, he utilises his music to bring awareness to critical problems that are affecting people all across the world. He does this via live performances, speaking roles, panels, youth empowerment, and a great deal more. Rocky Dawuni is responsible for the song "Shade Tree," which also features additional production by GRAMMY-nominated engineer and musician extraordinaire Anthony Brewster, in addition to acclaimed producer Michael Vail Blum. The song was mixed by Qmillion aka Keith Lewis, who has won several GRAMMY Awards for his work as an engineer and producer. He is well recognised for his contributions to the "Black Radio" albums by Robert Glasper as well as other projects. Shade Tree" keeps things moving with its irresistible conscious groove heralding a new world of hope. The song draws from a wide variety of influences and vocal stylings that sometimes recall classic soul singers like Curtis Mayfield and D'Angelo. The production approach merges elements of Hip Hop, Reggae, and soul-stirring social commentary. https://open.spotify.com/album/5I7rZvrGeh0eMeeoFHYSwm?si=Yf2IRT0FTjKVpg0o0eUk4A

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South African and Nigerian artists won big at the Grammys Nigerian artist Tems (Temilade Openiyi) earned her first Grammy award for her contribution to Future’s hit single ‘Wait For U’, which also features Drake.Read more... https://qz.com/south-african-and-nigerian-artists-won-big-at-the-gramm-1850086911

[billybennight]

Here’s my shot of Rocky Dawuni at the 2023 MusiCares Persons Of The Year Honoring Berry Gordy And Smokey Robinson at the Los Angeles Convention Center. @rockydawuni #rockydawuni @musicares #musicares #personsoftheyear @laconventioncenter #laconventioncenter (at L.A. Convention Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoWcBYDuygH/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[assintalks]

2 Proud Africa's Grammy Recognized Icons ⚡🇬🇭 🇳🇬 @rockydawuni x @burnaboygram ##RockyDawuni #BurnaBoy #GrammyAwards #Africa #WeGlobal🌎 #TheTalksFromAssin📣 #CleanHeartPtomotions🔑 (at Assin Fosu) https://www.instagram.com/p/CndFyOGIm8l/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[prnanayarquah]

Rocky Dawuni drops New Single “Shade Tree”, OUT NOW on all platforms!

New Post has been published on https://plugzafrica.com/rocky-dawuni-drops-new-single-shade-tree-out-now-on-all-platforms/

Rocky Dawuni drops New Single “Shade Tree”, OUT NOW on all platforms!

International musician, songwriter, producer and activist, Rocky Dawuni releases his new single “Shade Tree” worldwide on September 12, 2023. The single will be the first from the 3x GRAMMY Nominated musician’s forthcoming new album set to drop in 2024. “Shade Tree” is a timely new global anthem of empowerment and unity from the Ghanaian star.

The song is based on the concept of the tree that provides shade for all of the various “shades” of humanity. It is a convergence point and an oasis for all people. The shade tree is where conflicts and disagreements can be resolved; it provides “a shelter from the rain” which is shared amongst everyone. Humanity shares this common destiny because we are nature and our destiny is intimately entwined with each other and with all of life just as the roots of the tree. Under the tree we are a community in our individuality.

  Listen Here: ​https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/rockydawuni/shade-tree​

As the lyrics say “we are one, but we are not the same.” Just like the leaves of the tree, we are not all of the same as we represent different textures, colors and shades but we all share the same roots. The song is from a perspective of a lonely soul, seeking connection and community which is found in various manifestations in everyday life where people gather, celebrate and find connection from isolation. At a time when Africa is awakening to new political realities and the wider world is grappling with further geo-political divisions, this is a poignant song that reminds people of our shared humanity.

Rocky Dawuni’s own unique “Afro Roots” sound mixes Roots Reggae, Afrobeat, Highlife, Soul, Pop & more. A galvanizing performer, Dawuni has shared the stage with luminaries including Stevie Wonder, Ozomatli, Peter Gabriel, Angelique Kidjo and many more. Rocky was named one of Africa’s Top 10 global stars by CNN having showcased his talent at prestigious venues such as The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center and The Hollywood Bowl. Rocky is a dedicated activist serving as a UN Goodwill Ambassador for the Environment for Africa and a Global Ambassador the World Day of African and Afro-Descendant Culture as well as running his own Rocky Dawuni Foundation. Through these and other designations he uses his music to shine a light on crucial issues facing humanity across the globe with live concerts, speaking roles, panels, youth empowerment and much more.

  “Shade Tree,” written by Rocky Dawuni, has additional production by GRAMMY Nominated engineer and musician extraordinaire, Anthony Brewster as well as renown engineer Michael Vail Blum. The song was mixed by multiple GRAMMY Award winning engineer and producer, Qmillion aka Keith Lewis, known for his work on the Robert Glasper “Black Radio” albums, Seun Kuti and more. Drawing from diverse influences and vocals stylings that sometimes recall classic soul singers like Curtis Mayfield and D’Angelo, with a production approach that merges elements of Hip Hop, Reggae and soul stirring social commentary,” Shade Tree” keeps things moving with its irresistible conscious groove heralding a new world of hope.

“Shade Tree” is NOW AVAILABLE worldwide on all platforms at: ​https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/rockydawuni/shade-tree​ ​

Rocky Dawuni Links:

​http://www.rockydawuni.com ​

​http://www.instagram.com/rockydawuni​

​http://www.facebook.com/rockydawuni​

​http://www.twitter.com/rockydawuni​

​http://www.youtube.com/rockydawunimusic ​ ​http://www.rockydawunifoundation.org 

[trinityroseofficial]

#happyfourthofjuly 🎉 Hope you can all tune in to @palisadesjuly4 #virtualconcert tonight @ 8pm PST/11pm EST & see me & some great friends perform🎶 @tomfreund @benharper @topeywan @ariellemartinezcohen @jessygreene @rockydawuni @themightycj @chrisnordlinger @louisegoffinmusic @kttunstall #palisadesrocksthefourth ♥️🤍💙 #partyintheusa (at Pacific Palisades) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCO2UoGjUkO/?igshid=oc6lga4qshw4

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#rockydawuni #feat #alika #freedomtrain #newsong #recording #studio #bigtune #commingsoon #losangeles #california #alikatour2017 #grateful #bigup #trendelalibertad (en Los Angeles, California)

[royaltrads]

At #MadarakaFest2017 with some music legends from Ghana. @samini_dagaati #samini #adeshiecollection #rockydawuni (at Museum of Pop Culture)

[joselyndumas]

... The #GLFAccra2019 starts today & I will be hosting the closing plenary tomorrow with a concert with @djswitchghana , @rockydawuni and more! SEE Y😍U there !!#GLFAccra2019 👌🏾 (at Accra, Ghana) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4MSOp0J47i/?igshid=bjb88pmhfur5

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I Felt Honored And Humbled – Rocky Dawuni Says After His Lyrics Were Used At UN General Assembly   

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[NEWS] Ghana's Rocky Dawuni heads to the GRAMMYs in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3rd

Ghana's Rocky Dawuni ( @RockyDawuni ) heads to the GRAMMYs in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3rd || #Sentoneentertainment @ElormBeenie

Two-time GRAMMY nominee, Rocky Dawuni will be attending the 64th GRAMMY Ceremony in Las Vegas and should he win, it would be the first for his country of Ghana! ​ The GRAMMY Awards, hosted by Trevor Noah, are this Sunday, April 3 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The Premiere Ceremony (featuring Rocky’s category) will be streamed on live.GRAMMY.com at 12:30 p.m. PT | 3:30 p.m. ET.…

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Africa needs digital tools to tell its own narrative, Afro-Rocky

Africa needs digital tools to tell its own narrative. Afro-Rocky #Africa #RockyDawuni #Tubeafriq

On the occasion of World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture, Ghanaian artist Rocky Dawuni urged Africans to utilize digital platforms to convey their stories. Reggae singer and two-time Grammy nominee said Africa’s tale was one of survival and prospering in a globalized world. Ambassador Dawuni said Africans should not be embarrassed by their ancestry but rather use modern media to…

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Africa needs digital tools to tell its own narrative, Afro-Rocky

Africa needs digital tools to tell its own narrative. Afro-Rocky #Africa #RockyDawuni #Tubeafriq

On the occasion of World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture, Ghanaian artist Rocky Dawuni urged Africans to utilize digital platforms to convey their stories. Reggae singer and two-time Grammy nominee said Africa’s tale was one of survival and prospering in a globalized world. Ambassador Dawuni said Africans should not be embarrassed by their ancestry but rather use modern media to…

[assintalks]

Ghanaian 2-Time Grammy Nominated Afro Roots Artiste and Activist, @rockydawuni is out with #NevaBowDown 🔥🎶 A beautiful 'Afro Roots' featuring @blvkh3ro Stream below @boomplaymusic https://www.boomplaymusic.com/share/artist/266585 @spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/3P327TAirv0OwZBLZGvL0z @audiomack https://audiomack.com/rockydawuni/song/neva-back-down #RockyDawuni #BlvkH3ro #NevaBowDown #WeGlobal🌍 #TheTalksFromAssin📣 #CleanHeartPromotions🔑 (at Cape Coast, Ghana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjAYAU0ouRk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[prnanayarquah]

Shade Tree: Rocky Dawuni announces new single release, set for September 12th

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Shade Tree: Rocky Dawuni announces new single release, set for September 12th

International musician, songwriter, producer and activist, Rocky Dawuni is set to release a brand new single “Shade Tree” worldwide on September 12, 2023.

The single will be the first from the 3x GRAMMY Nominated musician’s forthcoming new album set to drop in 2024.

“Shade Tree” is a timely new global anthem of empowerment and unity from the Ghanaian star. The song is based on the concept of the tree that provides shade for all of the various “shades” of humanity. It is a convergence point and an oasis for all people.

As the lyrics say “we are one, but we are not the same.” Just like the leaves of the tree, we are not all of the same as we represent different textures, colors and shades but we all share the same roots. At a time when Africa is awakening to new political realities and the wider world is grappling with further geo-political divisions, this is a poignant song that reminds people of our shared humanity.”

Please pre-save Rocky Dawuni “Shade Tree” here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/rockydawuni/shade-tree

More information on Rocky Dawuni at:

http://www.rockydawuni.com

@rockydawuni

@rockydawunimusic