VIP |
The
group will be honored by African Community Media Network at the 2nd
annual Afro-Entertainment Award on October 27, in its esteemed celebration of
cultural heritage and artistic legacy.
African
Community Media Network made the announcement on October 1 and said VIP was the
first African group to receive the Afro-Entertainment Award Lifetime
Achievement Award.
Officially
launched in 2011, the Afro Entertainment Award honors the contribution of
multi-genre artists and entrepreneurs in the Afro-Entertainment industry with
focus to educate and inspire.
The
philanthropic goal of the award is to enhance the lives of individuals in need
by supporting both local and international charities through fundraising and
community advocacy.
Over
the past 10 years, VIP has sold over 5million records, making the group one of
the best selling recording artistes in Africa.
Made
up of Zeal ( Abdul Hamid Ibrahim),
Promzy (Emmanuel Promzy Ababio) and Prodigal (Joseph Nana Ofori), the
charismatic trio have revolutionized the African music industry by creating
award winning compositions that blend High Life, Hip Hop and traditional
African music.
VIP’s
dedication to artistic innovation has resulted in record breaking recognition
with a roster of esteemed accolades including countless international awards,
multiple city tours, and performances commissioned by United Nations.
“The
African community Media Network is honoured to be presenting VIP with its very
first Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be received by the group on stage
at the 2nd Afro-Entertainment Award.
“Look
out for more details on VIP on www.vipplp.com
or follow on twitter @VipGhana.”
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