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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 8 MIN

Why Some Fans Say Amaarae's "Black Star" Is Not "Ghanaian" Enough

from Deep Dive: Stories from The Labari Journal

This episode explores the controversy surrounding Amaarae's new album, "Black Star," and whether it adequately represents Ghanaian identity and music. Despite the album's title and the artist's previous nods to Ghanaian culture, some local fans express disappointment that it doesn't heavily feature traditional Ghanaian sounds or local artists. Read all our stories at labarijournal.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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