Dr. Marie Y. Lemelle
Celebrated International acts, Dr. Marie Y. Lemelle and Dr. Hasaan Rasheed have been named hosts of the upcoming HoodTalk Music Festival, slated for May 9, at the Independence Square in Accra.
Dr. Marie Y. Lemelle, PhD is also International Goodwill Ambassador for DreamChild Foundation and CEO of Platinum Star Public Relations, Inc.
Whilst Dr. Hasaan Rasheed is known for his role in the blockbuster film ‘Black Panther’, All-American track star turned actor and humanitarian, and CEO of Fly-Away.
The two international acts, who have played various hosting roles over the years, will be hosting the event for the first time.
The music festival aims to raise a provisional sum of $14 million for the construction of five paediatric clinics to ensure that children’s health is made a priority.
It is also meant to help unite voices for the betterment of the African child as well as help empower and support African children by harnessing the power of music and arts through community engagement.
The acts have called on international artistes to add their voices and talents in raising awareness to raise funds for the construction of the paediatric clinics, to help alleviate the health of children in Ghana.
Some of the local acts who are expected to treat music fans with energetic performances include Amandzeba Nat Brew, Gyedu Blay Ambolley, Edem and a host of seasoned and up-and-coming artistes.
By George Clifford Owusu