American rapper Rick Ross recently posted a video on Instagram announcing some exciting news – he is working on a new project that will feature collaborations with top African music stars.
In the video, Ross mentioned that Ghanaian dancehall artist Stonebwoy and Tanzanian bongo flava artist Diamond Platnumz will be joining him on this upcoming project. While details are still scarce, Ross expressed his enthusiasm for blending his style of hip hop and trap music with the sounds coming out of the African continent.
Stonebwoy and Diamond Platnumz are two of the most popular and acclaimed artists in Africa today. Stonebwoy hails from Ghana and is known for his upbeat dancehall/reggae tunes. He has garnered many awards and nominations, including the BET Award for Best International Act: Africa in 2015.
Diamond Platnumz is a major force in the bongo flava music scene in Tanzania. With his infectious singalong afropop and dancehall songs, he has become one of the most prominent artists across East Africa. Platnumz is also the founder and CEO of music label WCB Wasafi Record.
This collaboration marks an exciting crossover of American and African music talents. Rick Ross has mentioned his appreciation for African music in previous interviews, and it will be very interesting to hear how he incorporates those influences into his signature Miami hip hop sound. Both Stonebwoy and Diamond Platnumz have amassed legions of fans across the continent and beyond.
While an official release date has not been set yet, the announcement has already generated a buzz among music critics and fans alike. With their global appeal and fanbases, this partnership has the potential to produce some major worldwide hits. Stay tuned for more details as the collaboration between Rick Ross, Stonebwoy, and Diamond Platnumz develops!
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