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DJ Shiwaawa

Terry Amoah Arthur,[1] popularly known as DJ Shiwaawa, is a Ghanaian disc jockey, entrepreneur,[2] and performer, widely celebrated for his dynamic turntable skills and genre-spanning versatility. Active in the music industry since 2001, he has established himself as one of the most sought-after DJs in West Africa,[3] particularly noted for his ability to mix across genres such as Afrobeats, R&B, Hip-Hop, Amapiano, Highlife, Funk and more. He won the Artiste DJ of the year in the 2018 edition of the Ghana DJ Awards while working with late Ebony.[4][5]

DJ Shiwaawa
Where the beats drop, DJ Shiwaawa rises
Where the beats drop, DJ Shiwaawa rises
Background information
Born
Terry Amoah Arthur

August 2
OccupationsDisc Jockey, Songwriter, entrepreneur
Years active2013 – present

Career

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DJ Shiwaawa began his DJ career at a young age, performing at his mother's bar, Sweet City, in Nyakrom while still in primary school.[6]

He rose to prominence in the local music scene for his energetic performances and wide-ranging musical taste. In 2016, he gained significant recognition in the industry when he was nominated for Artist DJ of the Year and Discovery DJ of the Year at the Ghana DJ Awards.[7][8] These nominations marked a significant milestone in his career, highlighting his rising influence and talent in the Ghanaian entertainment landscape.

He worked with RuffTown Records, serving as the personal DJ for the late Ebony Reigns.[9] He also collaborated with the music group VVIP, working with them on various projects.[10] Over the years, he has performed alongside or served as personal DJ for a number of notable Ghanaian artists, including Reggie Rockstone, Samini, VVIP, the late Ebony Reigns, Wendy Shay, Adina Thembi, Trigmatic, and Freda Rhymz.[11][9][8][3]

His career has also extended into media, where he has worked with key media houses such as 4syte TV, Viasat 1 Television, Onua TV and Kwese Sports Television.[12][13][14][15][16][17][18]

Awards and recognition

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  • Ghana DJ Awards 2016 - DJ Discovery of the Year (Nominee)[7]
  • Ghana DJ Awards 2016 - Artist DJ of the Year (Nominee)[7]
  • Ghana DJ Awards 2018 - Artist DJ of the Year[19]

Performances and Tours

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DJ Shiwaawa has played at major venues and events in Ghana and internationally. His global tour has seen him perform in countries such as Nigeria, Australia, Fiji, Samoa, and the Cook Islands. Notable venues include:

Discography

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Advocacy and Projects

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Beyond performance, DJ Shiwaawa is also involved in promoting Ghanaian and African music globally through his self-initiated projects. One of his notable initiatives is “Music Tourism,” a platform aimed at combining travel and live music experiences to showcase African music and culture to the world.[25]

Contact and Social Media

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References

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  1. ↑ "Adina, Keche,DJ Shiwaawa to dazzle music lovers at Live Konnect on August 3". 2024-07-26. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  2. ↑ "The best DJs from Ghana: Their Lives and Achievements". Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  3. 1 2 Adinkra, Fiifi (2018-08-21). "The TurnUp With Dj Shiwaawa". GhanaNdwom.net. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  4. ↑ Abdullai, Isshak. "YFM's DJ Slim and DJ Aroma Win BIG at Ghana DJ Awards 2018". YFM Ghana. Retrieved 2019-07-12.
  5. ↑ "DJ Shiwaawa | Beenie Words". Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  6. ↑ Onua TV (2023-08-20). Watch to know Everything About DJ Faculty, DJ Shiwaawa, Mz Orstin and Dr. DJ Live on Onua Showtime. Retrieved 2025-06-05 – via YouTube.
  7. 1 2 3 "2016 Nominees". Guinness Ghana DJ Awards. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  8. 1 2 Adinkra, Fiifi (2017-01-10). "Dj Shiwaawa, Africa's Very Own Dj". GhanaNdwom.net. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  9. 1 2 RASHAD (2018-08-18). "Ebony's official DJ opens up on Bullet - 'Starboy' Kwarteng brouhaha". Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  10. ↑ "Graphic Online". Daily Graphic. Accra, Ghana.
  11. ↑ "DJ Shiwaawa for VVIP Sallahfest tonight". Daily Graphic. Accra, Ghana. 2017-06-26. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  12. ↑ "DJ Shiwaawa ft. Fameye, Amakye, Akiyana & SuzzBlaqq – Nsa (Prod. Bodybeat) | DCLeakers". 2019-04-18. Archived from the original on April 18, 2019. Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  13. ↑ "DJ Shiwaawa – Omaama (feat. Mikefeli) (Prod. By Fizzi)". Beatz Nation. 2018-07-26. Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  14. ↑ "Dj Shiwaawa - latest tracks songs music albums videos new hitz news all list free mp3 mp4 downloads". BlissGh. Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  15. ↑ Xerda (2019-08-15). "Dj Shiwaawa - Shuga Mandem Mix (Feat. Stonebwoy x BeenieMan)". GhanaNdwom.net. Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  16. ↑ "DJ Shiwaawa | News & Popularity Trends". FameFlux. Archived from the original on 2021-11-27. Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  17. ↑ "DJ Shiwaawa". Ghana DJ Awards. Retrieved 2019-10-27.
  18. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  19. ↑ "Full list of winners at 2018 Ghana DJ Awards". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2019-07-12.
  20. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  21. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  22. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  23. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  24. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
  25. ↑ "The Music Tourism project by DJ Shiwaawa launches". GhanaWeb. 2024-05-09. Archived from the original on 2024-12-15. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
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