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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Femi Kuti to celebrate Grammy nomination at TOP 1O MICS concert


Femi Kuti

A-list hangout joint, Swe Bar, Lagos will be playing host to the TOP10 MICS pre-concert party with all the 10 headliners of the concert on parade, the likes of 2 Face, M.I, eLDee, P-Square, Mocheddah, Duncan Mighty, Sir Shina Peters, Femi Kuti, Wizkid and Abass Akande Obesere.
The pre-concert party will also be playing host to many industry people, media partners, associates and lucky winners on twitter and radio platforms in attendance. Other super stars are also expected to throng the Swe bar venue; the partners will also be present.
Afro beat icon and Grammy nominee, Femi Kuti has promised to celebrate his nomination with the teeming
Fans at the TOP10 MICS concert at the TBS, Lagos. Fans will get the chance to listen live to the album 'Africa for Africa' that earned him that exclusive Grammy nomination.
There will be a very strong media presence as journalists from all walks of the media will be there to further lend credence to the exquisite event; other industry pundits are also expected to storm the venue.
Ace humorist Alibaba will be on hand to anchor the event and thrill the audience with his rib cracking jokes alongside Chioma of STV. It promises to be a night of spectacular glitz and glamour as there won’t be any dull moments.
TOP10 MICS has been slated for the 23rd December at the famous Tafawa Balewa Square featuring the artistes mentioned above.  The gate fee for the December 23 concert is two thousand naira (N2000) before the concert, three thousand naira (N3000) at the gate and ten thousand naira (N10, 000) for VIP.


Technology: Youtube launch Youtube.com.ng in Nigeria

Youtube's logo
YouTube launched Youtube Nigeria on December 7th, 2011 and it will offer many Nigerian users more relevant content, and provide a platform to share Nigeria’s unique and diverse culture and lifestyle with the world’s largest online video community. Youtube Nigeria also partnered with Chocolate City, Storm 360, Nollywood Love, Channels TV, and Lagos Television to bring local contents to Nigerians.

The Music Industry is so Frustrating – A-Q

A-Q

Rap artist Gilbert Ubani also known as A-Q was recognized in the Naija music scene when he only made an observation in his track ‘Names’ when he rapped 'we don't say autotune, we say Jesse Jagz track. We don't say whack, we say Ruggedman's back'.
A-Q has been into hip-hop music since a very tender age of 10. “I used to mime the lyrics of other artistes by completing their songs with mine. By the time I was 12 years old my friend at the time encouraged me by telling me that my lyrics were far more better than the original ones in the songs, so since then I built a lot of self-confidence in myself that I was meant for Hip Hop”.
My late brother was a painter, so it wasn’t weird when I did music this shows that in my family we were artistic. At the time my parents weren’t in support of me doing music, but gradually as Nigerian music changed, they encouraged me but told me to get my Bsc first before anything. So after I finished secondary school in Kings College, I got into UNILAG and got my Bsc in Zoology.
“A lot of artistes inspired me while I little, such as NWA, Big Daddy Kane, Notorious BIG, Jay Z, Nas and Tupac Shakur. But as I grew in music I became my own inspiration. I also love Tiwa Savage; she does good music.”
Maintaining his eyes on the ball, A-Q has done a lot of collaborations with acts like Pherowshuz, Terry Tha Rapman, Iceberg Slim, Mode 9, Base One, Vector, Morachi, M Trill, X_O Senavoe, amongst others, but claims he prefers working with upcoming acts because they put in their all in the track expecting a brakthrough and it is his own way of assistance to them.
Opening up to me, A-Q explained that his goal is to be on top of a 12-storey building that has a hand in the entertainment industry such as fashion, radio, music, television, events and help build talents.
A-Q who is currently signed to Hustle Inc, last year released his official debut album titled 'The Past, Present and Future' which was a 17 tracker album featuring Terry Tha Rapman, Iceberg Slim, Xtrim, Retta, Pherowshuz, Lace and parading exceptional line up of producers - Ray X, E Twinz, XYZ, Phatboy and Laylow.
"The album was a proper mix of hip-hop", A-Q describes the album in sentence. The Past, Present and Future balances as an album with tracks to appeal to every kind of hip-hop fan. I’m currently promoting two tracks from my upcoming mixtape, ‘Groovement featuring Sammy’ and ‘Ginjah’ featuring Base One, Terry Tha Rapman, X_O Senavoe and Vector ", A-Q said.
A-Q had an advice for upcoming acts; he said they should endure with patience. “The music industry for an upcoming act is so frustrating, but the frustration fuels my zeal to be stronger in music. But we keep hoping on God for our breakthrough.”
  

Philly’s Couture Berths in Lagos

Philly's Couture

A new boutique and fashion centre is set to be unveiled at Adeniran Ogunsanya, Surulere, Lagos with the name Philly’s Couture. According to the founder Mrs. Philomena Nkechi Ofulue, the vision to establish the boutique is to cater for the needs of those who are passionate about fashion, decent, modern dressing and quality when it comes to what is in vogue for occasional outing.
According to her, “Most Nigerians believe that you can only get a premium quality when it comes to shopping for kiddies’ clothes, ladies and confectioneries in urban places but we have decided to bring lifestyle to Surulere. You don’t have to go to Ikoyi or Victoria Island to find quality clothes, you can find them at Philly’s Couture”.
The opening of Philly’s Couture is set to take place on Saturday 17th December 2011 and to be hosted by Yungz Entertainment.

“I was inspired by my brother” – Flowssick


Flowssick


Flowssick also known as Kid Preddy is a young talented artiste that is fast rising and about to take the music industry by storm. Flowssick was born Aina Abiola on to a Christian family. He is presently an undergraduate with Redeemer University. Flowssickk is a venerable individual that is driven by social activities around him which led him to express himself and also deliver a message that the youths are all craving for through music.
Flowssick’s adventure into music started when he was age 7 and since then he has never looked back to pursue a career in the music industry. Flowssickk has grown continuously in skills, grits and has developed his lyrical talent in hip hop genre. He best remembers his inspiration and love for music came from his elder brother who is also passionate about Hip-hop, rap and vast in writing his own songs.
Flowssick is an easy going, simple, spiritual, sensual, eccentric and down to earth individual. His philosophy “is keeping it real and sincere” for he is a cute dude that you always want to have around as he is fun to be with.
Flowssick
Flowssick is a talented hip hop rapper, singer and enjoys using a bit of reggae and dance hall with Jamaican vibes in his music which sets his fans enthusiastic. Flowssickk is a bundle of talents, good looks and has charisma which has endeared him to the ladies, but in whatever he does, God comes first and always.
He has to his credit, singles and master tapes and he has worked and still be doing further works with some giants  and promising acts in the music industry such as Ice Prince, Davido, Dr. Frabz, E-Kelly, Knight House crew, TY Mix, Shank, Dammy Krane, Haze Beats, Fear Devee, Josh Beats just to mention a few. He has taken part in several A-List events and performed at various shows at campuses, events centers and parties all across Nigeria such shows like Lynxxx and friends, Echo 2010 Oriental and Karenified. He has also performed in Universities which include UNIILORIN, Afe Babalola University, UNILAG, Lead City University, and Ajayi Crowther University among others. His music is presently been aired both home and abroad and has a growing fan base and audience that are both local & international.
Here's Flowssick's new single - Mo Ma Toju E Lo (feat. Davido).mp3

‘On the beat is Davido’


Davido


Born David Adeleke in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, he was brought up in Lagos, Nigeria. Davido has been into music production since the tender age of 13 while in high school as a member of a trifling music group called KB International. Following a few self taught lessons in various studios, the engineering student began to discover the rock bottom of music. “I went to a music studio and I got fascinated with what I saw the producer doing, so I kept going back to the studio. I was so young then amongst the people who usually came around. I was even referred to as the studio rat, because I did asked lot of questions. So when I felt it was time for me to create my own setup, I used the money I was saving to establish my own production outfit.”
Maintaining his eyes determinedly on the ball, Davido began lending his talents to many up and coming artists based in Nigeria including Dammy Krane, NPZ and more, truly defining the Afro pop and Afro beats sound.
His rise to prominence in the music industry came with the hit track that was a promo titled ‘Back When’ in which he featured Hip Hop act Naeto C. In the first week of release, the song had massive airplay across both Radio and Television stations and had lots of downloads in the Internet. “The aim of the song was to motivate people who have had trials in life to celebrate and be merry.”
On social network, Twitter, Davido was trending for almost a week with his latest single ‘Dami Duro’ which was dropped a few weeks back. The song has been playing and still currently gaining replays in clubs, radio and television stations. I also gathered that pretty soon the artiste would be releasing a remix to the track ‘Back When’ and a video for ‘Dami Duro’ on December 16.
Davido
Davido has been closely nurtured by the likes of D’banj, Wande Coal and Don Jazzy, as well as been hyped by new superstars Wizkid and Ice Prince to be a music genius who has great expectations for the future.
Opening up to me, Davido put in plain words that he has a celeb crush on Nadia Buari. “She’s a cool lady who knows what she wants and I desire that. I’m her number one fan and I won’t mind if she’s mine”.
More than just a charisma on a beat, the young man has executed the skill that has enabled him to do collaborations with Nigerian music household names, Naeto C, Sauce Kid, Tiwa Savage, Shank, Mo’Cheddah, Lynxxx and UK act Dotstar. The multi-talented triple threat; singer, songwriter and producer has performed at major shows from ‘Music Meets Runway’, The P-Square Invasion Concert to The Koko Concert in London. He is currently signed to HKN Music alongside B Red and Shina Rambo.
Davido had an advice for upcoming artists who want to make it to put God first in anything. “Don’t try to copy any one else just do your own style and if it works for you fine but if it doesn’t, go back to school and read your book.
 Here's also a documentary on Davido




Without 'Beef' there is no Hip-Hop – Iceberg Slim


Iceberg Slim

Iceberg Slim, born Olusegun Olowookere in New York City to Nigerian parents, is an emerging Nigerian superstar.
Introduced to the sounds of Sunny Ade, Shina Peters, and Obesere from a very young age, Iceberg Slim found a strong liking for music. Iceberg Slim started writing his own music by the time he had reached High School. It started as poetry, and served as an outlet, but then transformed into Rap. “I was playing the keyboard and drums in my church CAC as a child. I also sang in the choir. After high school I decided that music was my calling. So in 2009 I came to Nigeria to show that I’ve arrived.”
Influences like Jay Z, Drag-On, DMX and Eminem helped shape his sound and style. “I want to be better than Jay Z and Eminem or as good as them”. With such a love for music, there's no question on why he decided to leave John Jay College of criminal justice after 2 years completed, to attend IAR (Institute of Audio Research) to then pursue a career as an audio engineer/producer.
He has tracks with the likes of international rapper and singer Ja-Rule, Sauce Kid, Dagrin, Banky W, eLDee and the list goes on. As he works towards his highly anticipated debut album, ‘New York to Lagos’, Iceberg Slim have been hitting stages across the globe, from New York, Las Vegas, Chicago, California, Philadelphia, Atlanta, New Jersey, Miami, Connecticut, Pittsburgh, Virginia, Ohio, Baltimore, Boston, London, Nigeria and Toronto, Canada. He has also shared the stage with the likes of many credible and talented artists D'banj, 9ice, 2 Face Idibia, Banky W, Dagrin, Sauce Kid, eLDee, and Blak Jesus.
Iceberg Slim has produced tracks for many rising stars, and coming attractions Sauce Kid, Ezzie B., Rico White, Blak Jesus, AG Man, Bayou and NL3.
Iceberg Slim, CEO of Afri-Gang Entertainment, has won Best International Artist at the 2009 Nigerian Entertainment Awards. Iceberg Slim was recently signed to Nigerian based 'Yes Records' and he has now moved to Nigeria, to continue his pursuit for the Hip-Hop crown. He's worked with the likes of eLDee, Sauce Kid, Banky W, DJ Zeez, J Martins, and the late Dagrin. His first single ‘I Made It’ in which he featured Dagrin was set to be his official entrance into the Nigerian market. “’I Made It’ was a motivational song for youth to understand that no matter where you are from, the slum, ghetto or urban lifestyle, you can still make it in life. You can be successful, you can be somebody.”
Speaking on the misunderstanding between him and M.I, the rapper explained that it is a normal thing for the music to grow. “The so-called beef with M.I was seen like beef to me but its hip-hop, without competition, the genre won’t grow.”
On his music …“So far I’ve got two mix tapes, 'The Fix' and 'Soul Food', From New York To Lagos is going to be my album, but we’re not rushing it yet. Nigerians have to like pressure me to do an album first before doing one. Champagne Showers featuring Rico White, is my latest single which was released a couple of weeks ago.”
“The Nigeria music industry is in the form of a business, we have woken up and started doing music in a more professional way. It is still a growing process; our music is going overseas, which is a positive.”
He had an advice for upcoming talents, “For the upcoming artiste; this music we do isn’t an overnight success, everything you see in the video or the internet is not how it looks. It requires a lot of patience and hard work so if you are not ready for that don’t waste your time.”

Here's Iceberg Slim's new Single - Champagne Showers (feat. Rico White).mp3

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

DANFO MUSIC (Black & Yellow)

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Susan Peters Hits the Cover of Zen Magazine Africa



Anybody who has ever been in the entertainment spotlight before can confidently tell you that fame attracts both good & bad publicity. Sometimes, it seems impossible to escape such media frenzy when your head is on the chopping block but been able to be part of the industry in any way is a very fun experience. Been an actress in Nollywood, Hollywood or even Bollywood isn't as easy as it sounds. You become an instant role model to the millions who get to connect with you through your role and such are the high standards each actress must maintain throughout their career. Susan Peters is a remarkable and an incredible talent in the movie industry! Her dedication to her art is unmistakable as seen in the roles she has played in the movies she has been featured in.

Susan has tons of awards to her name such as winning best actress in a supporting role at the Nollywood & African Film Critics' Awards  and even with so many accolades to her name, we believe the best is still yet to come from this African Diva! Susan hits the December Cover with a new & fressssh look! Loads of stories this month, from my personal favourite '10 Smart, Sexy & Stylish African Models who are taking over the world in 2012' to our Fashion editorial with KiRette Couture, we round up the issue with photo coverage from music concerts in Ghana & Nigeria respectively.  Have A Blessed Christmas & Remember - Inspire to be Inspired!

Make Up Artist = House of Morris
Stylists = Ezinne Chinkata and Tiannahs Place
Hair = Ugo Make Me Salon
Photograph by Moussa

New Single: Nikki Laoye collaborates with Base One



Nikki Laoye makes a great comeback with her brand new single "No Be Beans" featuring fast rising Yoruba Rap Boy, Base One, who created quite a buzz with his lyrical prowess during Don Jazzy's Enigma saga. Produced by her younger brother, Xblaze (who also produced “Taka Sufe”), the hip-hop laced track expresses her acknowledgement of God’s grace despite the dark times she’s been through.

“No Be Beans”- co-written by Base One, is highly marked by its catchy lyrics, chorus and remarkable beat production. Everyone will definitely keep their fingers on the replay button.

Featured artiste, Base One is an indigenous hip-hop artiste in a league of his own. Self acclaimed as a “lyrical madman”, Base One is an engaging act to watch out for. His first single “SuruLere” has been getting great reviews and it’s already carving a niche for him in the Nigerian music scene.

New Single: Tiwa Savage collaborates with Don Jazzy


The sexy singer featured the top music producer in her latest single, 'Without My Heart', which is cool. I love the artwork.

Styl Plus set to release new album


Tunde, Shiffi & Zeal = Styl Plus

 If you've missed them, they are coming back! The R&B singing group, who have been off the music scene for a bit, are currently working on their new album. Their first single 'Alive' will be out before Christmas...watch out for it!

Style Star: Omotola Jalade Ekeinde and Genevieve Nnaji




This is what the super star actresses wore to the premiere of Ties that bind at the AFRIFF Africa International Film Festival event which took place at Oriental Hotel, Lekki yesterday Dec 3. Best dressed goes to?

Nicki Minaj Barbie Doll Coming Soon...


Nicki Minaj Doll
Nicki Minaj



Nicki Minaj and Mattel Toys have partnered to create a Nicki Minaj Barbie Doll. Mattel has already begun production on the doll which will include 'every signature detail, right down to the tattoo on Nicki's left arm'.

The doll will be available from Dec. 7 and proceeds will benefit the Project Angel Food organization.

Chinedu and Nneoma Ikedieze cancel December 10th wedding


Chinedu & Nneoma Ikedieze


The couple who had their traditional wedding on Sat Nov 26th, have canceled their Sat Dec 10th white wedding. The new date is now Friday Dec 9th and they are keeping the venue secret. But it's at an RCCG parish somewhere in Lagos and reception still to hold at Essence Hotel in Ikoyi. Shhhh, don't say I told you, it's supposed to be secret.

Reason for the new date is probably to manage the number of people who show up. They are only interested in close family and friends and have been sending out the new dates via phone calls and texts. I hear they are also planning a small and private reception party for only about 200 guests at a secret venue on Sat Dec 10th. All the best to them!

Black & Yellow Parody by Me & Mykey O

Mykey O & Yours Truly



I've been hearing a lot of Nigerian boys and girls trying to find the perfect parody song for Wiz Khalifa's 'Black & Yellow'. But to be frank I'm not impressed at all. The only three tracks that had me going were Naija Boyz (Those twins in the UK)'s 'Black & Yellow',  'Garri Yellow' & 'Then You Pass It'. I mean total lack of concept ain't good for music at all. So me and my boss Mykey O hit the studio to show y'all how it is done. I mean they are everywhere....DANFO.

Follow us on twitter @Kidpresh2011 and @Mykeyowo

Danfo Music (Black & Yellow) by Kidpresh & Mykey O (ON 4shared)

Danfo Music (Black & Yellow) - Kidpresh & Mykey O (On HULKSHARE)


Chris Aire Opens First Boutique in Nigeria









'The king of bling' last week launched his first boutique in Nigeria. The official launch held on Tuesday Nov 30th at Trans-corp Hilton, Abuja. Shaggy, Lynn Whitfield, Genny, Rita, Tuface and many more A-list celebs were at the opening. The Chris Aire Concept Boutique is located inside Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. More photos from the official launch when you continue...





Akon Is Not DEAD!



Aliaune 'Akon' Thiam

Rumors has been going around the net that Akon got AIDS and died recently...lol...No, it ain't true! He's alive and hearty... Anyways here is what the singer tweets below ...
Akon's tweet

Richard Branson Talks On The New Anti-Gay Law In Nigeria!


Richard Branson


Here's what the British Billionaire, who has some investments in Nigeria, wrote on his BLOG yesterday:

Nigeria’s cruel anti-gay law - Richard Branson
Too sad to comprehend that Nigeria are passing a law in this day and age to put gay people in prison just for being gay.

The Prohibition of Same-Sex Marriage Bill passed through Nigeria’s Senate unopposed last week. It means gay couples entering into either marriage or cohabitation will be jailed for up to 14 years. Even people "witnessing" or "abetting" gay relationships could be punished under this sad, repressive and cruel law.

Like everyone else in society, gay people have an enormous amount to offer and Nigeria should embrace them not prosecute them.

All of us with influence in Nigeria must do what we can to stop this cruel law. I would urge educated Nigerians all over the world to do what they can to help fight this discrimination.

As for me, Kidpresh; I don’t support this gay thing at all let alone to think of it. The female own is better and more sexy…but for guys AYAAMMMAAHHHH!!! Total rubbish

Stephanie Okereke Covers Exquisite Mag Nov/Dec 2011!

Stephanie Okereke

Beautiful actress, Stephanie Okereke is the cover girl for exquisite magazine Nov/Dec 2011, She speaks to exquisite on what an exquisite year she’s had and what to watch out for in the coming year. 

This issue also features trend reports from the Africa Fashion week and the designers who showcased at the Lagos Fashion and design week. Exquisite wishes all a merry Christmas and a happy new year in advance.

Weird M.C Prepares New Album Entitled "Broken Silence"



Weird Mc
Weird M.C is presently in the studio, working hard towards the release of her next album titled, Broken Silence.She disclosed this development, to Sunday Entertertainment recently, adding that she has already recorded over twenty five tracks.

According to her, there’ll be a kind of selection of the best tracks as not all the tracks are bound to be contained in the new album.The album, she said boasts of wonderful collaborations with prolific artistes like Shasha, Mocheda, Nice Yemi Sax, D.J Zeez, and Tiwa Savage.

It remains a fusion of local and international flavoured songs. Jointly produced by Legendary Beatz, D.J Zeez, Mekoyo and T Jones, Broken Silence will be out soon.