Norwegian Ambassador Applauds Alune Wade’s Cultural Initiative, Promises Support for African Artists

Norwegian Ambassador Applauds Alune Wade’s Cultural Initiative, Promises Support for African Artists

The Norwegian Ambassador to Ghana, Her Excellency Ingrid  Mollestad, has praised renowned jazz musician Alune Wade for his contribution to promoting African culture through music and film. Speaking exclusively to MX24 News at the premiere of Wade’s new documentary, Tukk: From Roots to Bayou-Documentary, held at the Alliance Française in Accra, the ambassador lauded the artist’s efforts in using jazz as a medium to tell Africa’s stories and prese…

Senegal: Alune Wade bridges continents with new single

Senegalese bass virtuoso, composer, and singer Alune Wade has released ‘Boogie & Juju’, the first single from his forthcoming album New African Orleans, set for release on 2 May. The project blends West African musical traditions with the rich jazz heritage of New Orleans, exploring the deep-rooted cultural ties across the Atlantic. ‘Boogie & Juju’ fuses two iconic musical styles from opposite sides of the ocean, boogie-woogie from the United St…