THE DREAMCHILD FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR THE 2025 HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL: UNITY EDITION ON MAY 9 IN ACCRA, GHANA

Powered by Virtual Hub, StepNorth, Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., and Fly-Away Promotions, Inc, the festival kicks off at 7 PM (GMT) in Independence Square

ACCRA, GHANA, May 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The DreamChild Foundation proudly presents the 2025 HoodTalk Music Festival: Unity Edition, a global celebration of music, mission, and movement. Broadcasting live from Independence Square in Accra, Ghana, on Friday, May 9, 2025, StepNorth will stream the event to 195 countries, as more than 15,000 in-person attendees gather to witness a cultural milestone that is set to change lives.

“This festival is where entertainment meets empowerment,” said Dr. Marie Y. Lemelle, MBA, PhD, Founder and CEO of Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., Platinum Star Public Relations, Inc., and International Goodwill Ambassador for the DreamChild Foundation. “We’re transforming energy on stage into tangible impact in the streets—from job creation to children’s clinics.”

With artists worldwide invited to unite on stage, the festival seeks to raise $14 million to fund the construction of five pediatric clinics across Ghana, delivering on the promise of accessible healthcare for children nationwide.

“We plan to achieve SDG 3—health for children—for peace and prosperity,” said Kofi Amoakohene, Co-founder of the DreamChild Foundation. “Our focus is on sustainable health infrastructure that gives every child a chance at life.”

The World Health Organization reports that 48 children are likely to die before reaching age 5 out of every 1,000 live births in Ghana. "The mission of The DreamChild Foundation is to raise funds from the Hoodtalk Music Festival and build pediatric hospitals," said Amoakohene.

OFFICIAL LINEUP – HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL 2025

Set 1: Cultural Awakening
Universal Wonderful Street Academy
African Dance Rhythms Ensemble
Oswald Okaitei & The Mesh33 Band

Interlude – DJ Spices

Buggy Borgers
Anansi Band
AfroKhelly
Rizzla Styla
Molato
Choggu Boys
Drupz
Bola Jr

Guest Speakers:

Hon. Issifu Seidu – Minister of State for Climate Change & Sustainability
Olorogun Oskar Ibru – Chairman, DreamChild Foundation

Set 2: Legacy and Lyrics
Steve Bedi
Gyedu Blay Ambolley
Bongofari & Friction
Kwamena

Interlude – DJ Cyril & Darren Flex

Guest Speakers:

Hon. George Opare Addo – Minister for Youth Development
Hon. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey – Minister for Gender, Children & Social Protection

Vanessa Gyan – CEO, Modern Day Mom

Set 3: Voices of Change
Kunta Kinte (Bradez)
Tony Dath
Keddi
Keeny Ice

Interlude – DJ Cantona

Guest Speakers:
Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams – Minister for Sports & Recreation
Mrs. Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto – CEO, Ghana Tourism Authority

Interlude – DJ Pizarro

Set 4: Headline Harmony
Lali x Lola
DSL
Edem
Cina Soul
Efya
Stonebwoy (Headliner)

“Where legends rise and voices unite: Join us as we craft a global crescendo. Your music deserves the world’s ears,” said Dr. Rasheed.