Entertainment of Thursday, 10 January 2013

Source: Ernest Dela Aglanu

Blakk Rasta, King Ayisoba for ‘Back to the Roots’ premiere

Controversial reggae musician, Blakk Rasta and Pidgin music star, King Ayisoba are among a long list of artistes billed to perform at the premiere of the movie, Back to the Roots.

The movie produced by Grace Asibi of the infamous East Legon cocaine saga fame will be premiered at the National Theatre on Friday, January 11.

Interestingly, the movie stars King Ayisoba, Grace Asibi among other actors and actresses was shot in the Upper East regional capital, Bolgatanga last year.

Back to the Roots delves into the life of a gentleman who does not respect tradition. It teaches a core lesson that the adherence to culture and tradition is the way forward for any individual and society.

Apart from Blakk Rasta, headline act for the premiere, and King Ayisoba, the night will also witness performances from other renowned acts including, Atimbila, Sherifa Gunu, Yaa Pono, and Wanlov the Kubolor.

Blakk Rasta, Reggae Song of the Year winner at the 2012 Ghana Music Awards and host of Taxi Driver on Hitz 103.9 FM, told Myjoyonline.com that he is going to wear his “Gideon boots and khaki to tear down the walls of the National Theatre.”