The prestigious Western Music Awards (WMA) returned for its 8th edition on Saturday, September 21, 2024, with a grand ceremony held at the GPHA Auditorium. Organized by Westline Entertainment, the event celebrated the rich diversity of musical talent from the Western Region under the theme, “Diversity in Peace,” emphasizing unity through cultural diversity.

Among the night’s big winners was Sampson Halm, a renowned figure in the Ghanaian music industry, who claimed the highly coveted award for Best Blogger/Promoter of the Year. This marks Halm’s third consecutive win in this category, cementing his reputation as a leading force in promoting and documenting music and culture from the region. As the owner of Halmblog, Sampson Halm has been instrumental in shining a spotlight on both emerging and established artists, contributing immensely to the growth of the music scene in the Western Region and beyond.

The night kicked off with a glamorous red carpet event at 7:00 PM, with the main show following at 8:00 PM. Attendees were treated to electrifying performances from renowned artistes such as the legendary Amandzeba, Rev. Charlie Sam, Origee, Ewuraba Esi, Osofo Inkumsah, Ayesem, Nero X, and Blaq Mic. Each artist delivered a stellar performance, embodying the theme of peace and diversity through music.

Halm’s consistent excellence as a blogger and promoter continues to impact the industry, fostering a sense of community and providing a platform for artists to share their craft with the world. His blog, Halmblog, has become a trusted source of information and promotion, playing a key role in elevating the visibility of the Western Region’s musical talents.

The award was received on Sampson Halm’s behalf by the General Manager of Halmblog Group, who expressed deep gratitude to the fans and organizers of the awards.

In his speech, the General Manager acknowledged the grace of God and thanked everyone who has supported Halmblog on this journey. He extended appreciation to the hardworking Halmblog team, as well as the enthusiastic fans and supporters in attendance. The speech concluded with an exciting announcement, urging the audience to stay tuned of their upcoming project, GhanaTrends.com, a new project under the Halmblog Group that promises to bring “big energy” to the media space

The 2024 Western Music Awards was a night to remember, with the theme “Diversity in Peace” resonating throughout the event. As the region continues to produce some of Ghana’s finest musical talents, the contributions of promoters like Sampson Halm are vital in ensuring that these voices are heard on a national and global stage.