Family, friends gather to mourn Danny Nettey [Photos]

Fans of Ghanaian gospel artiste, Daniel Nettey have gathered at his residence to mourn with his family, following his demise.

The Gospel legend,  died   in the early hours of Friday.

Citi News' Lorrencia Nkrumah who visited Danny Nettey's residence said: “it's quite a solemn gathering here of family members and close friends.”

“I have seen some gospel ministers here. One is Minister Amankwah; one of the guys who worked with Danny Nettey. He was crying uncontrollably when I entered and I have seen his sisters. I have seen his brothers-in-law and some of the family members as well. It is a sad situation here but they have all gathered. No one is speaking for now,”she added.

About Danny Nettey
He begun his music career with his own group, 'Danny Nettey and Pals,' which focused on ministry in Secondary Schools and churches.

Nettey released his debut album, 'Positive Change', in 1995 which ushered in the contemporary style of gospel music in Ghana and endeared him to many young people back then.

He followed that album with two more, 'This Time' and 'I believe'. Over the course of his music career, Nettey ministered alongside the likes of Bishop T. D. Jakes, Don Moen, Bebe Winans, Ron Kenoly, Kirk Franklin, Israel Houghton, and Alvin Slaughter.

He was also known to have mentored mainstream gospel artistes in Ghana like Joe Beecham and Nii Okai.

Danny Nettey was recently honoured for his contribution to the gospel music industry at a ceremony in May at the National Theatre.

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By: Marian Ansah/citifmonline.com/Ghana
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