Ghanaian hip-hop and hiplife musician Sarkodie has finally released his “No Pressure” studio album after weeks of massive hype. The project, which is Sarkodie’s sixth studio album, is a 16-track record that features top international and local artistes.
American rappers Vic Mensa and Wale appear on the album alongside United Kingdom rapper Giggs, South African rapper Cassper Nyovest, Tanzanian singer Harmonize, and Nigerian vocalist Oxlade. Ghanaian stars, including Medikal, Kwesi Arthur, and Darkovibes, are also featured on the project.
For weeks, Sarkodie has been building a buzz around his latest album. He held a listening party at Audiomack’s office in the United Kingdom in June, followed by another listening session at Triller’s office in the U.K. Last week, he held a listening session in Ghana, where selected fans, friends, and a few media personalities attended.
The album release was initially slated for July 21, but Sarkodie changed the date to July 30 at the eleventh hour. Fans who had been eagerly waiting can now stream “No Pressure” on all major digital platforms. Sarkodie, who remains one of the most consistent and sought-after rappers on the continent, was named Ghana’s Artiste of the Decade at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards in 2019.