The “Cups and Bass” event series, spearheaded by Ghanaian power duo Kojo Manuel and DJ Loft, kicked off its Detty December run with a high-octane rotation at Outmosphere Phere in Shiashie Village, Accra\u2014right in your backyard, Thomas!\u2014on December 13, 2025, transforming the outdoor venue into a pulsating hub of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and bass-heavy vibes that had attendees raving about its infectious energy and seamless crowd control. As “The Dangerous DJ,” Loft brought his signature unpredictable mixes, blending precision scratching with bold transitions, while hypeman extraordinaire Kojo Manuel\u2014fresh off his fourth consecutive “MC\/Hypeman of the Year” win at the 2024 Ghana DJ Awards\u2014amped up the atmosphere with charismatic crowd engagement, making this installment a standout in their award-winning “Cups & Bass” concept that debuted live mixes earlier in the year. Clocking in at several hours under the stars, the event featured non-stop party anthems, drawing from their acclaimed mixtape that snagged “Mixtape of the Year” honors, and evolved into a live spectacle that’s been buzzing across Accra’s nightlife scene.<\/p>\n
Highlights included Loft’s masterful layering of hits like those from Black Sherif and Stonebwoy, fused with Amapiano grooves from South African influences, creating those “dangerous” moments where the bass dropped unexpectedly and kept the dance floor electric\u2014think seamless shifts from highlife-infused tracks to vibe-heavy remixes that had the crowd “ouddyyyy!!” as captured in live clips. Kojo Manuel’s hype was on another level, interacting with the audience like a pro, introducing tracks with flair and even pulling in surprise elements that echoed their historic hypeman-DJ sets at events like the Telecel Ghana Music Awards. The outdoor setup at Outmosphere Phere added to the charm, with floral decor and vibrant lighting enhancing the festive Detty December spirit, though some noted minor logistics hiccups like entry queues in the larger turnout. Guest appearances and collaborations amplified the night, building on the duo’s synergy seen in their London debut and local spots like Bloom Bar and Garage, where similar events featured stars like Black Sherif for added star power.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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