SZA leads a woman-dominated pack for 2024 Grammy nominations, Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, Ayra Starr earn Grammy nominations, Ghana international footballer and Levante star Raphael Dwamena dies. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. SZA leads a woman-dominated pack for 2024 Grammy nominations
On November 10, the full nomination list for the 2024 Grammy Awards was revealed, and SZA was the most nominated in a group full of R&B and pop’s biggest female artists. The chart-topping songstress scored a whopping nine nods for her sophomore album, “SOS,” and its breakout single, “Kill Bill,” putting her in top categories like Best R&B Performance and Album of the Year.
Not far behind SZA is Victoria Monét, who earned seven thanks to the critically acclaimed debut LP “Jaguar II.” The Sacramento star will also go up against the likes of Coco Jones and Ice Spice in the Best New Album category. Other notable women on the list include Janelle Monáe, Doja Cat, Summer Walker, and Coi Leray.
2. Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, Ayra Starr earn Grammy nominations
Asake, Olamide, Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr and Tyla are all nominated for the first ever Grammy Award for African Music pic.twitter.com/cNkdLfJQJU
— gracey mae (@_graceymae) November 10, 2023
Nigerian international superstars Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, and Ayra Starr have all earned nominations for the 2024 Grammy Awards. The Nigerian artists were all nominated for the maiden African music category — Davido for his hit single “Unavailable,” Burna Boy for “City Boy,” Ayra Starr for “Rush,” and Asake for “Amapiano” featuring Olamide.
This marks the first nominations for Davido, Olamide, Asake, and Ayra Starr in what is a reflection of the utter dominance of Nigerian mainstream music on the African continent. The 2024 Grammy is set to take place on February 5, 2024, at the Crypto Arena in Los Angeles.
3. Tyla and Musa Keys nominated for Grammy Awards
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Two South African artists feature prominently on next year’s Grammy Awards nomination list. Tyla’s “Water” and Musa Keys’ collaboration with Davido on “Unavailable” are both nominated in the Best African Musical Performance category. The organizers of the Grammys have amended the rules this year, meaning that the number of nominees has been reduced from ten to eight in each category.
4. Lori Harvey launches ‘Luxe’ PrettyLittleThing collection
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Lori Harvey is providing us with early New Year’s Eve inspiration. The 26-year-old socialite launched a party collection with PrettyLittleThing with the theme “More is More.” The collection, which includes sculpted crop tops, sparkly frocks, and lace jumpsuits, gives off a racy but chic after-dark vibe. In campaign images from the drop, Harvey delivered drama in a plunging black velvet number that featured a curved bodice lined with crystals.
In a different shot, Harvey showed off her curves in a completely see-through dress finished with a floral design. Harvey celebrated the collection with a party at The West Hollywood Edition in Los Angeles on Wednesday, November 8.
5. Ghana international footballer and Levante star Raphael Dwamena dies aged 28 after collapsing on pitch during game
Raphael Dwamena, who was a striker for Albanian side KF Egnatia, tragically passed away during a match today.
All sporting & football events were cancelled in Albania following the tragic death. RIP, Raphael… 🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/YdlYCYUIHL
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) November 11, 2023
Ghana international Raphael Dwamena has died at the age of 28 after collapsing on the field during a match. The striker collapsed during an Abissnet Superiore match for KF Egnatia against Partizani. According to the Ghana Football Association (GFA), he suffered a heart attack. “The Ghana Football Association is sad to hear of the death of our former player Raphael Dwamena and wish to express our deepest condolences to his family at this difficult moment,” a statement read.
Dwamena was in incredible form for Egnatia this season, scoring 12 goals in as many games in the league and Europa Conference League qualifying matches. He joined the Albanian side in January from Swiss side BSC Old Boys. He also represented the likes of Levante, FC Zurich, and Real Zaragoza, among others. He made his Ghana debut in June 2017 and scored two goals in that game. Dwamena made eight appearances overall for the national team.
Our condolences go out to his family and friends.
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