Ese Enakhimiom, stage name EBLAZE is a rapper ,dancer,DJ and
occasional actor. He is from Ekpoma, Edo State. He has been living in
Lagos all his life.
He has
performed on different shows and concerts, here he is dropping his first
single "NO BE TODAY", talking about the challenges of life and the
zeal to survive. "Never under-estimate an hustler, everyone has his pay
day"...
JASI CAESAR is an artiste with a blended hip-hop style. His songs are based on his life experiences like struggles,
hustle,
survival and fulfillment of dreams as an African child. His vocal
strength makes his style UNIQUE. He sings in English, Yoruba, Russian
language, and Pidgin English.
Directed by the one and only Mayor Boss Production
With cameos from the likes of E.M.E Boss Banky W, Skales and Trybes Records' Sarz among others, fast-rising Nigerian rapper and singer/songwriter BIG MO is proud to present to you, the music video for his 2012 single “Wahlaitalai” featuring rising star Maytronomy. Shot and directed by Michael Williams
in Lagos with a bevvy of sexy and beautiful ladies strutting their
stuff as well as Big Mo and Maytronomy showcasing their performance
prowess for your viewing pleasure, these visuals capture the enthralling
vibe on "Wahlaitalai" rather excellently...
Superbly produced by Pappey with both Big Mo and Maytronomyin inspiring form,
“Wahlaitalai” is an excellent Nigerian Pop song which is led by lush
drum patterns, sweet melodies, witty rap verses and a catchy and
infectious hook that has been ruling the radio air waves and conquering
dance floors all over the country since its release. With the exciting
music video now upon us, an onslaught on African television is certainly
on the cards for Big Mo. On his new music video, Big Mo
continues to shine and come of age as an exciting Nigerian artist that
is worth keeping an eye out for, now and in the future. Press PLAY and
watch the Michael Williams-directed music video for “Wahlaitalai” below:
The highly anticipated hit-song by SOG RECORDS’ signing MYNZ is finally here. Produced by Ex-O, the song titled RUN THE SHOW serves as anintroductory piece which showcases the highly talented singer’s vocal ability and versatility. The video is
presently in the works with one of Africa’s best hands and will be released October.SOG RECORDS is a new record label set-up to international
standards. It has signed on Mynz as the face of the label and will be signingn other talented artistes from Africa generally.
Following the release of her 6-track debut EP, Finally at the start of 2012, U.S-based Nigerian Indie Inspirational Afro-Soul/Folk singer and songwriter TOSINGER unveils her brand new project titled AFROSPiRE 3:2:7 - three new singles that are a true reflection of her music style. The AFROSPiRE project
is a mixture of songs with African sounds, Yoruba proverbs and lyrics
delivered in a contemporary style full of inspirational messages to
uplift her audiences' spirit and soul. The first single, "One Day"
is an inspiring song to encourage people to keep their dreams alive and
always selflessly help and support others while in the pursuit of their
own dreams.
TOSINGER says, “I
sing this song to encourage everyone that a ‘ONE DAY’ of dream
realization and ultimate success will come, despite challenges and
shortcomings. Never give up, keep believing. And it’s OK to help others
while on the path of your journey to success; in fact we are more
productive that way”. The other two singles from the project -
"Olugbala" and "Whatever" will be released on December 27, 2012 and
January 27, 2013 consecutively. A music video is also in the works for
"ONE DAY" to be released soon, in the meantime, listen to and enjoy "One Day" below...
She's Nigeria's Fastest rising and also one of the most hardworking
Female Rappers, Ms. Chief who has been making the rounds giving us
nothing but classic hits is out again with her second Official Single
"SLOW" Produced by TinTin; Ms.Chief is back with a different flavour and
trust she delivers yet another classic piece, her versatility:
impeccable!. Currently Under the management of Beatbuxx360 Entertainment
who is responsible for the hottest mixtape of the year RECOGNIZE
Vol.1.with over 40,000 Downloads in just one month, a mixtape project
which showcased all the artist including Ms.Chief. I guess we can say
Beatbuxx360 Entertainment is one of the hottest label
This is one act that is truly promising. Ladies& Gentlemen! The
BAWS LADY: Ms. CHIEF is gonna" rock you jeje SLOW".
Top Of The Game Dee'Jay Hacker Jp
A.K.A Agbomabiwon 1st On The Hit Again.. Baddest Guy LIVE In
Lagos Nigeria This Week and Hit Us With FLASH BACK Mixtape. I think you
know what you should expect from this guy.. Never a dull moment.. Saying
Home Sweet Home and Lovely Mix.. Download, Listen and Share!
UG
Beatz, is an afro beats, Rnb, salsa, hiplife, Rap, Entertainer,
Artiste, that enjoy's fulltime music, He was born into the family of a
half Nigerian in the years 1970's. Grew up in Europe, studied Economics
and Business, but that becomes an Un-finish business till date. He
love's sounds to bit, and can always relate to any kind of music. He
have lived and traveled almost all the countries in Europe including the
USA and CANADA. ( UG Money ), never really had a chance to record any
vocal because of his street life.
But
things changed for the best when he was watching a clip on TV with
friends, and said to his friend,( I CAN DO BETTER THAN ALL THESE ARTISTE
ON TV, that was his word.
And
in August 2010 he stepped up and recorded his first single, titled
(Money) which was nominated in SSMA, South South Music Award.
Ever single he is progress and sharing stage with bigger are artiste like Kas fimile, 9ce, May D, etc.
Since
his first recording, he have now over hundred of songs already writing
by him. and currently working on his album, while he is touring and
performing in Europe and UK.
Expect
the best from him because he is more than ready. He is now the CEO of (
UgMoneyRecord ) LonDon. and soon this record label will be back to
Africa. HaLLa Osheeee.
Stage name is Doubledutch aka Twins Of life... Recently dropped two singles which can be classified by Ajebo and Moyo (Naija Fm) as "the two back to back music" titled Olurombi (old folk story) and Pelemo (Shina Peters)
The duo started recording professional recording last year, they have couple of "back to back" musics recorded and they are great stage performer too. They proved that to everyone that attend Naija FM comedy and award nite on the 3rd of nov 2012. They shut down the show with the best performance of the night despite the fact they performed along side with other arts like Davido, Tilla man, Eva, Ajebutter22, Omo Akin, Phenom, FlowsiCk and much more The new name Doubledutch's being tag with now is "the new music indoor Psquare"... Apart from the fact that they are identical twins like psquare, they are also a great choreograph dancer... The duo were born in Lagos Nigeria and have a little musical background experience while they live in hackney, kingsmead estate in London, so don't be surprise if their yoruba language is a bit funny... Okay people check out the two new singles by doubledutch. Real name: Oyebrave Taiwo and Kehinde
Call them upcoming,
debutant,freshers or rookie, you are not wrong but one-thing so
fascinating and thrilling about this guyz is the fact that they are
brothers from same family with depth in live music presentation!!!
Dem Mo Boiz otherwise called DMB is a musical group comprising of three
brothers from one family namely YungBillz (Abraham Henry), a singer who is 18 years, Jayphylz (Joseph Israel), a rapper aged 16 years and lastly Whizskillz (Wisdom Israel), who is also a rapper and aged 18 years from Anambra State of Nigeria.
The song "She Bad"
is of a low tempo afro rap genre with a little hip hop infusion and
absolutely not a bad way to approach the big screen. something different
and cool by the Dem Mo Boiz.watch out for more great tones from them in the future
Born with name Krekpe Ogaga Godspower on October 14, 1988, Gp Splash was born in Warri, Delta State but he grew up in Lagos under the care of his elder brothers and sisters because both parents passed away when he was only 3 years old and he was the youngest child.
As a teen he had started performing for his friends and family but never considered to pursue career in music until he was highly inspired by one of his elder brother. In 2005, he reluctantly competed in a talent show which he didn't win but he was spotted by a producer. Two years later, he got glued to a group of four Gospel singers to make them five and they recorded about ten songs together but Gp Splash short-lived the group as they had to split due to some issues so he ventured out alone going solo and setting his mind on his career.
While still working on his album, Splash has released some singles such as Fake Love, Be Mine, Lets Runaway, Tori Ife, Money comes and Goes and Dat One Sef Dey which which was the first single he dropped and the song also has a very tight video.
Gp Splash has held onto the best parts of what he offered previously, while continuously creating original and ground-breaking, yet good music and he has poured his heart and soul into his music showing growth as an artist. Being brought up in an environment that treasures the true artistic value of musicianship, it was Splash's deep rooted love and passion for music that later on encouraged him to record tracks with different producers doing different kind of music such as crunk , rap, r&b and even high life due to his his versatility.
The story of Gp Splash is the classic saga of taking a dream and making the impossible possible. It is a story of determination, faith, struggle, hard work and inspiration because hes versatile as he sings pretty well and also raps tight.
Fresh Lovely jamz from Purple Room's Finest ABBEY Titled "Moyato". An 100% hip hop Afro-Tune that puts you in a realtively relaxed mood,ABBEY
is one great Artiste you guys, should watch out for because His unique
blend and style of delivery makes him stands out from the pack. Moyato
in yoruba language means am different from the rest.
so we just hope this handsome dude proves to fans that he's truly different Download, Enjoy and share this wonderful rendition by ABBEY
Unafraid to challenge the boundaries of Nigerian music and HipHop, DJ
Woske drops his first official rap single, "Wake Up!" featuring one of
Naijas finest up and coming MCs, the talented Splashjosh.
DJ Woske kicks it off with a jaunty 16, with SplashJosh sealing it off
with his own flavor of killer bars. The instrumental is something never
before heard of in Nigerian HipHop so hit Play and share your thoughts. LISTEN &DOWNLOAD DJ Woske feat. SplashJosh - Wake Up! - http://www.hulkshare.com/en3376pj7nk0 DJ Woske feat. SplashJosh - Wake Up! (Clean) - http://www.hulkshare.com/kzucxhqu4ef4
This is the
first single from the #Naughtysingles compilation "MILIKI" in which she
featured "NAVIO" another talented artiste from Uganda
The
#NaughtySingles include performances with two Channel O award nominees;
Uganda's Navio in a track titled "Miliki", Tanzania's Hip-hop
sensation, A.Y in Skibobo and J Martins from Nigeria in a track titled
"Give it to me"
The UN Ambassador is presently
on a trip to South Africa this November to shoot videos for the 3
singles, After which She will be making campaign tours with each Artiste
in their various home lands. The tours are significant to Goldie as she
seeks to seize the opportunity to not only promote her work with her
fellow African artistes but also to physically identify with her
numerous fans as such broaden her fan base in Africa.
The
Big Brother Africa Celebrity participant (and 3rd runner up) has set a
personal goal to become the most widely recognised female recording
artiste in Africa come year 2013. Release of "The Naughty Singles" is a
crucial phase in the African Invasion Album project.
The most glamorous gathering on twins and multiples in Nigeria
This unique event sees a wonderful convergence of thousands of multiples including twins, triplets, and
quadruplets, parents of multiple births, from all works of life, celebrities and non-twins alike from all
parts of the country and beyond
Twins Concert is an annual event aims at strengthening ties amongst twins and non-twins alike,
fostering peace and friendship.
The event serves as a platform to celebrate and share the unique values and deepen the bond among
twins and multiple births including parents of multiple births.
The Event will feature Top Nigerian Musicians, comedians, dancers, celebrities
Performing: 2SEC, TWINS AFFAIRS, SAME TWINS, MAMUZEE TWINS, FAZE,
HARRYSONG, W4, JYBHO, TIPSY, KENNIS ALL STAR, SOLIDSTAR, VECTOR, OREZI,
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Comedy by, Igos, Baba de Baba, lolo 1 of wazobia, Mc Ice Water and many more
AND MANY MORE
1. Special Photo session with Twins & Multiples / Celebrities on The Red
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2. Music Performances by Twins and other top Nigerian music artist
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This
is a freestyle shared between Pillars Records Producer T-izze (The
BeaTMaker) and Porcshe Music's Finest Portah (Money Crazy). T-izze n
Portah - Turn Of The Lights (cover)
MrFlames is a force to
reckon with in modern rap music...having gone on beats with the likes
of M Trill, A-Q, Phero The Great and Wordsmith to mention a few there is
no limit to his prowess. And as the Nigerian born rapper and MY COLOUR
crooner points out: he got a double barell mouth so now he pumps
action!! Produced by E-TWINZ
Kevrey Entertainment very own BOSS and CEO Lejaroy is back with hissecond single ofF his Twenty13 Noise-Tape which he promise to be big,he has not disappointed us with the first single which was Azonto fever which is a cover of (Chuddy K, Gaga Crazy), Which created a lot of buzz over the Internet, he is known for his good delivery of his Rap in Tortori which earns him the Title TORTORI MASTER, He hooked with Yung hanz and made a perfect Delivery on Owo Lo... now he Placed Death sentence on Diced Pineapple Beats originally done by Rick Ross ft. Drake and Wale.. he delivered sweet lyrics on the song and play with words enjoy what is done by lejaroy… This song is rated 18+ please and the lyrics are explicit and contain raw form of words he represent the street rap artiste on this…
Been
wondering what people would be expecting from Agbomabiwon 1st. I can
tell you its EXPOSITION Between Dee'Jay Hacker Jp Vs DJ Ray, Hit you big
time.. Not till you listen up. i want you to Judge the Mixtape
yourself, because Music is always changing and the changes are
unpredictable. Its Banger! This One Is Call EXPOSITION... More to
come..
Sax records Family presents Lamboginny in the new singleOMO ALHAJA. Having
made known its impression to the public few months back on the plan to
release an All Stars Album in the first quarter of year 2013, the
management of Sax Records officially presents to you a teaser off the
sophormore package titled OMO ALHAJA by "LAMBOGINNY" aka Mr.
Jailer.
Lamboginny,
a hot singing vessel and dogged fighter who's singing skill and
attitude has been paired with that of the Koko Master "D'banj" is not
new in the music industry with his debut single "I No Go Lose My Head"
featuring All Star Artistes and the follow up "One Minute" gaining
massive reception from fans before he got signed to Sax Records.
The
anti-crime ambassador "Lamboginny" has also perfected more skills and
sorted great rhythm under his new label "Sax Records" working side to
side with the No.1 SaxBoss "YemiSax" and thus churned out a banging
single "Limpo" early in the year.
Lamboginny
has also offered great meritorious services both inside and outside the
music industry where he had fought for the youths and salvaged lives of
prisoners who got convicted on minor offence through his
anti-crime campaign project.
His
new single "OMO ALHAJA", a club and street friendly tone with vocals
and production from YemiSax is a potential hit. the song is a material
from the Sax Records Family album.
Olasupo Balogun popularly known as Seed was
born in Surulere, Lagos! Seed started singing at the tender age of nine rhyming
words and miming songs of popular artiste such as Nas, B.I.G, JayZ and Tracy
Chapman amongst others.
Seed formerly known as Demost was a leader of
a music crew called Iceses in Surulere but later left the group to form another
music group “SOA”, School Of Lyrical Assasines which attacked the music scene
with the song “Life” in 2004. The song
did well and made huge influence on radios and print media across the country.
SEED, then referred to as Assasine been the
leader of the group “SOA” will later leave the group again when he relocated to
join his parent in the UK but before then had also contributed immensely behind
closed door on 2hortz and Biglo.
The skinny rapper and singer, Seed continued
with his music exploitation on the street of UK and sooner teamed with J’Daddee
who were both signed to Green City Entertainment.
Stepping Stone, Produced by J’Daddee is Seed
official first single off his local (Nigeria) album which will be released in
the second quarter of 2013.
Introducing MYSTIKSON Hip Hop artist song writer and a versatile artist out
with this banging new single "JEKIN TECHNO" its fresh and banging hot
for the club
SANTA decided to come on time before CHRISTMAS TIME. SHAKAR EL jumps on the smash hit [Gangnam style] instrumental to give us a very comical song titled 'CHRISTMAS TIME' during this yuletide for your listening pleasure while we gear up.....The very entertaining song which tells different stories of how some people prepare for the Christmas season in our society ,the song is delivered in a humorous manner to celebrate the season we all wait for..Anticipate a video for 'Behind' the previously released single by SHAKAR EL,it has been shot already and will be out soon,for now enjoy the Rib cracking 'CHRISTMAS TIME' ... HAPPY CHRISTMAS IN ADVANCE......
M-CON real name MARCELL CHRISTOPHER NNABUGWU, from OSISIOMA LOCAL GOVERNMENT of ABIA STATE of NIGERIA. He's on KINGS GLOBAL VISION INVESTIMENT LTD. M-CON presently working on his albun with lots of collabo with TOP NAIJA MUSIC STARS.
Introducing 21-year old British Nigerian singer, songwriter and rising Pop star LOLA RAE - real name Rachel Funmilola Garton - with her excellent debut singles, the sultry smooth “High (Wanting More)” which features BRIDGE from L.O.S and the massive Afrobeats club banger “Watch My Ting Go”.
After impressing none other than Simon Cowell on Britain’s Got Talent back in 2010 and turning down an invitation to X-factor UK, Lola Rae is paving her own way in today’s music landscape, starting with these two records that will literally knock your socks off...
Produced by P2J, “High (Wanting More)” is a sultry mid-tempo R&B opus which sees Lola Rae in flying form as she shows off her enchanting vocals and vivacious lyrics over a resounding drums-led musical milieu with Bridge from L.O.S adding that enthralling Hip-Hop edge to complement Lola Rae’s infectious R&B vibe and make “High (Wanting More)” a very exciting collaboration.
“Watch My Ting Go”
on the other hand, is an exceptional dance floor filler from the
21-year old who is also of Ghanaian heritage. Highlighting her
versatility and the fact that she can shine on an Afro Pop/Dance track
as well as she does on an R&B/Soul record, Lola Rae rides this P2J-produced Afrobeats backdrop to perfection, with her lush flow, vocal performance and catchy wordplay.
Sure
to be a huge favourite among radio listeners, party goers and club
revellers, we dare you to sit still as you listen to the “High (Wanting
More)” and “Watch My Ting Go” below:
As his stage name suggest ,LAWAL OLAYINKA is not only a swift and
energetic music act, he is a pacesetter for rising music artiste in the
ghetto.,which apparently became the source of his nom de plume. The
ex-student of LASPOTECH was born in Lagos and grewup in Fadeyi/somolu
suburbs.He started doing music at a tender agae listening to the likes
of Buju Banton,he was encouraged to compose his own songs from
freestyles he did while hanging out with friends and social
gatherings.He officially began his musical pursuit in 2000 by joining a 3
member group called cool X, they released a single titled `ARISTO`.
Pace is signed onto SPLENDID RECORDS a subsidiary of D.P ENTERTAINMENT
owned by ADENUGBA ADEDEJI a.k.a STUNNER.The kangarero master as he is
fondly called by his fans gained recognition in the entertainment
industry with his evergreen "KANGARERO"(the indian song)in 2008 whic has
no video till date,then ALHAJI(naija version) in 2010 with a video
directed by T.FRIZZLE and now CRUZ CATCHER ft.baseone and mic Daviz with
a video directed by UNLIMITED L.A currently enjoying Air play on T.V.He
also has other tracks like 20million pounds ft.vector,Malo lera,To ba
fe malo ft. dj zeeZ currently gaining vast public acceptance anywhere
they are played.
The Afro-hip hop performer has proved himself in so many shows like
Dynamix awards 2011 pre-party at elegushi beach, Color block party by
Gazamba(2011),All Nigerian secondary schools championship launching
sponsored by NNPC/SHELL(feb 2012), Brila fm Abuja xmas show (2011) and
"Wave ur banner" Grand hotel,Asaba(Aug 2012),Monster music beach concert
at Oniru beach(2010),Miss moremi (unilag)2009,Love garden Carnival
sponsored by star(2010),Industry nite(july2012),Students trade fair in
YABATECH(organized by strands events in july2012)....just to mention a
few.He did the popular radio gingle to advertise Brila fm`s outlets in
Lagos,Abuja,Kaduna and Onitsha. His 16 track album which is done with
already but,being delayed by the management as a result of not
concluding with the interested marketer.Though the door is still opened
to other marketers both local and foreign.some of the producers on the
are ,Dj ZEEZ,Nel Andre,Oh- too, T.frizzle,Mic Daviz etc and artiste like
Vector,Dello,Baba Isale,Bigsoul,Baseone.with more hit tracks like Born
Again,Jeko wale,Good Job,come closer,Gbonshai.
The album is packed with different styles of music to prove his ever
green talent of a natural born singer not like the rampant fast growing
artiste you find in the industry now,who use money to lure media outfits
to get known with a track or two. SPLENDID RECORDS signed with spinlet.com
in may to make Pace`s new singles available for mobile downloads.He
models for Ojiji Photography,Jete accessories,Viva Las Gidi.
Pace`s fan base is increasing daily as people come across his
studio drops,his been labelled as Akuko Alhaji,F.A cities finest(street
king of music),naija Alhaji.His favourite saying "NO TIME FOR KANGARERO
SPEECH" Kangarero means makin sense out of nonsense(refering to his
freestyles at various spots in his area).Pace is a star as SPLENDID
RECORDS emblem states " we breed stars" He is in the industry to prove
that people from the ghetto have what it takes to achieve greatness and
be responsible by using their talents positively. If you are in doubt of
his prowess just google PACE ALHAJI.
Organizers
of Nigeria’s premier award for the up and coming acts, Young
Entertainers and Music awards, YEM Awards, today, Saturday 17th,
November 2012, announce popular OAP korede Ogunnaike, aka Kore brown and budding singer, Yemi Alade as hosts of the first edition of the prestigious awards. The event will take place Friday 21st , December 2012 at Bespoke Event Centre, Lekki, Lagos.
A delighted Yemi Alade, who could not hide her joy says, “I am
pleased and very excited to be co-hosting YEM Awards alongside Kore
Brown. It’s going to be a huge success; I can barely wait to hit the
stage.”
“It’s
an honour to be the co- host for the first edition of an award. I am
also an ambassador for the award and have been supporting the award from
the very beginning because it aims to celebrate up and coming artistes
in the industry. Come 21st of December, we all shall have fun at YEM
Awards” says, Kore brown.
The executive producer of the award, Osein Olakunle, expressed gratitude
to the hosts for accepting to host the show with a short notice. “I
must say thank you to both Kore Brown and Yemi Alade. We informed them
late, by our own standard, but am pleased that we received positive
responses from them, and to those who have been following our
activities, we promise to deliver a good show. I and every other team
member are doing all our possible best to ensure we put up a good award
show.”
Meanwhile, voting is still going on as fans can check the official website for the award, www.yemawards.com to see voting code and instructions.
For more information, or call Michael Abimboye on 08136996757. You can also visit the website www.yemawards.comor follow us on twitter, @yem_awards
9ice,
real names Abolore Akande is one of the artistes that brought pride to
singing in their mother tongues. The brave act was not only applauded,
he became role models to many upcoming acts trying to sound like.
Lately, the super star has been out of the radar except for the negative
stories making the rounds in different newspapers and magazines. Upon
his arrival from the UK, he sat down with Seun Apara to give answers to
all the stories that have termed him controversial including plans to
drop new songs and his new album.
Was it a deliberate act to stay off the scene for a while?
Well,
I have been involved with other projects. I was busy with a movie
project where I played a major role and that took lots of time. I also
travelled to UK to shoot four videos which I will be releasing as a
compilation in a matter of weeks. I shot videos for Attitude and 3310
from my latest album, Basorun Gaa. Also shot videos for Get Into It and
Ike Kan, two of the four singles I will be releasing soon.
What about the four singles you are releasing?
I
titled the four singles I’m releasing as ‘Obawon’, ‘Ikekan’, ‘Get into
it’ and ‘I Dare You’. The motives behind the four songs are that we are
entering into the festive period and people need to party and enjoy.
Aside that, there is a need for re-think of how they spent their lives
from January to December. The four singles coming out is also to whet
the appetites of the fans for my next album coming out in March 15 next
year but before then, the Alapomeji All Star album will drop in
December.
What do you intend to achieve with these new singles?
The
overall achievement basically is to be at the forefront because I have
been quiet for a while now in the industry. It’s not going to be over
until it is over and as a result, we need to keep the brand going.
‘Obawon’ is all about trying to reframe your identity or your privilege
in the industry and I Dare You’ is another word that people uses a lot; I
dare you to slap me or I dare you to call my name. I am daring people
to say one or two things about me. I want a reaction from them.
So what will happen after if they dare you?
Then I will react
What are the concepts behind your new videos?
They
are going to be historical videos. For instance, not everybody will
understand what we mean by ‘Ike Kan’. So we are trying to explain what
‘Ike kan’ means in the video and same thing for ‘Get into It’. The
videos were directed by Musa, the same guy that directed Wizkid and
Wande coal’s latest videos. We are releasing the four videos together as
a compilation CD with a concert to accompany it. The whole idea behind
the concert is just to drive publicity to what we are releasing so that
the fans can go out there and get it. You don’t just release the singles
and be silent about it. You need to let people hear about it and also
perform it for the people that will be in attendance. This will go a
long way in putting it in the mouth of people. I will be supported by
other Alapomeji acts like Alabi and Seriki.
When is the concert coming up?
It
will be in second week of December but no specific date yet. The
concert will take place at Civic Center. The superlative concert is
basically for industry people and the press as well. It will be strictly
b y invitation.
What is the title of your on-coming album?
I
always release the title of my album long before it dropped. I don’t
like to hide it. I’m releasing a double album like the last one I did.
One is ‘CNN’ while the other one is titled ‘GRA’. Each is going to come
with eight songs making it total number of16 songs. The full meaning of
GRA is Galvanizing Right Ahead and the other one is Cancelling Numerous
Negativity (CNN). There has been a lot of negativity about me of late.
One is cancelling all negativity and the other one is a step to move
ahead.
Apart from the new materials you are about to release, what are the other projects you are working on?
We are working on the Alapomeji All Star album and that will be released next year.
People felt by now Kayefi’s album should be out but there seems to be no sign of such……
A
lot of people don’t know the story behind it. She just got married and
she’s raising her child. We have to allow her to raise her child.
There is this news that you just joined a new record label known as Diesel Music, how true is it?
There is no iota of truth in it. The owner of Diesel Music is a friend of mine and we are just trying to make the label popular.
How do you react to controversies and negative stories?
I
like it and I want more. If nobody talks about you, that means you are
not in existence. I have learned to realize that both negative and
positive stories work for the artiste but it depends on how you can cope
with it, live with it, get over it and move ahead. Whoever is having it
negative now, should expect it positive later and whoever is having it
positive now, should expect it negative soon too. The most important
thing is deal with it and get on with your life.
What actually went wrong between you and your former manager, Dehinde?
People
always want to believe something might have happened before two people
with working relationships go their different ways. We all know that 20
children can’t play together for 20 years. There is always a point in
someone’s life that you think you need to move on. That was what
happened and I still work with him on one or two other things that I
need him to help me do.
What is the true story that an Abuja lover that delivered twins for you?
Sometimes,
I wish people can just ask me questions before publishing their
stories. That story is not true and I want to tell you that they are
making it up. If they had asked me, I would have been able to tell them
if it’s true or not. I wish the habit of writing without confirming from
the person involved can stop. I wish!
And that you are back to your estranged wife hobnobbing in Magodo?
People
just like to spread unpalatable stories and nobody will call 9ice to
even confirm. I was once married and I’m now separated. That is the
fact!
You recently featured in a movie titled Jejere, what was the experience like?
Well,
I don’t think I want to feature in any movie again. That might be my
first and the last. You sit down at home, watch them and criticize them
but there’re so much more to it than what we see. Imagine shooting a
movie for over a month and you are supposed to edit it to an hour. It’s
much more difficult than we imagine.
How would you describe your experience on set?
I
was there for about a week, in different locations. They shot in
different cities and places. It was difficult, quite difficult and at
the same time, very challenging. That is going to me my first and last
movie except if I’m being offered a huge sum amount of money, then I can
cancel other events for like two weeks for a movie shoot.
Aren’t you planning to shoot your own movie before?
I
was supposed to shoot a movie of my own before actually but while
working on Jejere and I saw the way is being done, I decided to drop
that movie idea for now. What is your opinion about the current state of the Nigerian music industry?
I
think we are getting worst instead of us getting better. What we dish
out is not quality. What we have now is quite different from the way it
all started. I would say it’s better we go back to the days of
Plantashun Boiz. What do we have now? Do we even have song now? What we
have now is the beat. Aside that, there is no content regulation .We
have been saying that we should go back to the drawing board. The first
thing is to get PMAN right. Once we get PMAN right with the artistes of
this generation participating actively in PMAN activities, the body will
be able to represent all the musicians and fight for our collective and
individual rights.
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