The year 2023 has been an interesting one for Sierra Leone’s music and Entertainment Industry.

From the outset of January until the present, this vibrant sector has witnessed an influx of new and talented artists, leaving an indelible mark on the country’s music landscape.

Some have made a lot of noise with their music, but only a handful of artistes had us putting their songs on repeat, making noise when a song came on and made a serious impact during the aforementioned time.

Sierraloaded, Sierra Leone’s leading platform re-introduced the “Hottest Artiste List” back in 2021. This annual tradition offers an unfiltered assessment of the artists who have not only shaped but also defined the musical landscape of Sierra Leone throughout the year.

The Hottest Artiste List meticulously highlights those entertainers who have achieved the most significant milestones. This includes artists who scored chart-topping hits, embarked on successful tours, made substantial moves in both the local and international music scenes, won prestigious awards, and, most importantly, the people we’ve listened to and danced to for the past 12 months.

In a year marked by artistic innovation and creative excellence, Sierra Leone’s music and entertainment industry continues to flourish, demonstrating the country’s immense talent and potential on both the national and international stages.

As the year draws to a close, Sierraloaded will systematically reveal the 20 Hottest Artiste in Sierra Leone starting from December 10. As you eagerly await the unveiling, be sure you are following Sierraloaded on social media platforms to celebrate these exceptional individuals who have made this year a sonically unforgettable one.

Famous – #5

Multitalented and prolific Singer, Fredrick Dapayee Peters who is popularly known as Famous is one of most revered Sierra Leonean musical talents who have consistently shown his propensity for crafting euphonious, classic songs since he came into limelight.

The Freetown based musical prodigy surges with a smooth flow of Afro-fusion magic with an awesome mix and blends of genres into Afrobeat, with his storytelling, a feel of his emotions and healing tunes to infuse hope and life into his listeners.

In 2023, Famous blessed us with his lead single “One Life” from his upcoming album which is scheduled to be released in January 2024, “One life” has become a sensational and motivational rendition within and across the shores of Sierra Leone. Famous believes that “No matter your current situation, you live only once and we should all direct our energy to be happy because conflict will never end.”

Little wonders one of Sierra Leone’s finest Female Rappers, Star Zee did a short Video on the song while in America in recognition of the artistic efforts put into delivery of the song.

The CEO of Fame Entertainment of Fame Entertainment is arguably the most endorsed Sierra Leonean Artiste. In In March 2023, he bagged an Ambassadorial deal with a Chinesse Mining Company Leone Rock Company.

With more songs expected from his One life Album, we hope Famous will not rest on his oars in delivery of infectious Afro-Pop tunes that resonates with times.