Esther Smith (singer)
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Esther Smith is a Ghanaian gospel musician. She was born in Kumasi, Suame, Ghana in the early 70s. Esther joined the Tesano Methodist church choir at the age of 14-years-old and grew into music scene at the church.[1][2]
After her secondary education, she attended Garden City Computer Training and Typing School and the School of Languages both in Kumasi, Ghana. She again joined a singing group set up by Kapital Radio a private radio station in Kumasi.[3]
She won the award for the Gospel Album of the Year, Gospel Artiste of the Year and Best Female Vocal Performance of the Year in 2003 at the Ghana Music Awards.[4]
Award
[edit]- She won the Ghana Music Award for Gospel Album of the Year in 2003.[5]
- Ghana Music Award, Gospel Artiste of the Year 2003.[5]
- Ghana Music Award, Best Female Vocal Performance of the Year 2003.[5]
- Ghana Music Award, Best Gospel Album of the Year 2005.[5]
- Best Song of the Year in 2005, Ghana Music Award.[5]
- Best Album of the Year at the 2005 Ghana Music Award.[5]
Concepts and Shows
[edit]Accra and Kumasi 2024
[edit]On August 12, 2024, renowned Ghanaian gospel artist Esther Smith arrived at Kotoka International Airport, marking the start of her much-anticipated musical tour.[6][7] Known for her powerful voice and lyrics, Esther performed in Kumasi and Accra, delivering memorable worship experiences.[8][9][10]
In an interview on Channel One TV's Breakfast Daily, Esther shared her deep passion for worship and its profound impact. The tour included concerts on August 25th at Bantama Pentecost in Kumasi and August 30th at the Perez Dome in Accra.[11] The Accra concert, held at Perez Dome, Dzorwulu, was a remarkable evening of praise and worship, celebrating Esther’s music career with her classic hits, new releases, and powerful worship moments.[12][13]
Controversies
[edit]Chef Smith
[edit]In an interview on Accra-based OKAY FM, Esther Smith, the Ghanaian gospel musician, clarified that she is not related to Chef Smith, the Millennium Chef. She explained, “I’m not related to Chef Smith in any way.[14] I don’t know him at all. My father is Smith from Cape Coast, and my mother is from Akomadan. I consider myself Ashanti because of my mother.”
References
[edit]- ^ "Esther Smith, Biography". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2022-03-25.
- ^ Etefe, Juliet (2024-08-17). "Gospel icon Esther Smith arrives for Kumasi, Accra live concerts". The Business & Financial Times. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ "Esther Smith, Biography". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2022-03-25.
- ^ "Biography of Esther Smith | Ghana Music | Esther Smith of Ghana". www.ghanabase.com. Archived from the original on 2019-07-10. Retrieved 2019-06-22.
- ^ a b c d e f "Esther Smith, Biography". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2022-03-25.
- ^ "Esther Smith's Profile; facts you don't know about Ghana's Gospel singer | Pulse Ghana". www.pulse.com.gh. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ Etefe, Juliet (2024-08-17). "Gospel icon Esther Smith arrives for Kumasi, Accra live concerts". The Business & Financial Times. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "Esther Smith announces dates for Accra and Kumasi concerts - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2024-07-19. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ Etefe, Juliet (2024-08-31). "After Kumasi showdown, Esther Smith is ready for Accra tonight at Perez Dome!!!". The Business & Financial Times. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ "Esther Smith announces dates for Accra and Kumasi concerts - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2024-07-19. Retrieved 2024-11-26.
- ^ "Esther Smith's highly anticipated live worship concert to take place at Perez Dome on August 30". 2024-08-29. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ "Esther Smith to hold mega worship concerts in Kumasi and Accra". 2024-08-14. Retrieved 2024-11-26.
- ^ "Thrills @ 'Esther Smith Live In Concert'". DailyGuide Network. 2024-09-03. Retrieved 2024-11-26.
- ^ "I have no relations with Chef Smith – Esther Smith clarifies - Adomonline.com". 2024-08-14. Retrieved 2024-11-26.
External links
[edit]- "Esther Smith, Gospel Artist". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2019-06-22.
- Video : Esther Smith Onyame
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