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The Oriental Hotel, Lekki, venue of the second edition of the Jay's Search (talent hunt in honour of Jaiye Aboderin, 1971-2004) was on Saturday, December 7 2011, lit with celebration as Ormali Daniel also known as 'So Fly' emerged winner of the keenly contested show.[color=orange]The Nnamdi Azikiwe University undergraduate beat nine other finalists to clinch the star prize of 300,000 and a lucrative recording deal under KopyKats Entertainment.
The 23-year-old was declared winner by a team of judges â CEO of Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) Segun Demuren, gospel singer Segun Obe, pop star eLDee and Chairman of Punch Newspapers, Wale Aboderin.
So Fly is the first male winner of the talent hunt show which was instituted in memory of Jaiye Aboderin, a musician and entrepreneur who slumped and died during a basketball game with friends on December 3, 2004.
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Source: Nigerian Entertainment Today
Speculation had been going around for a while now but Saturday, December 17, 2011 Senegalese-American singer Akon revealed that he has signed Nigerian pop acts Wizkid, 2face, and twin duo Psquare to his Konvict Music label. Akon revealed this to pressmen at Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha's CLUB 10 where the unveiling of energy drink Citron took place. Akon is a brand ambassador for the drink.
The Konvict/KON Live boss was glad to share the news with his followers on Twitter, âIn Nigeria with my brothers about to take over Africa with @2faceidibia and @wizkidayo big up to P-squareâ, @Akon tweeted.
It can be recalled that the singer had featured on a remix of Wizkidâs âDonât dullâ and was seen with 2face back in June in Atlanta, Georgia.
Banky also hinted at the big news as he tweeted âBut!!!!! Last night was kinda epic. Bigups to the EMEazzyyy + Konvict Music runz. Shoutout to everyone that saw the evidence â; adding âLast night was KINDA heavy⦠Thank u to everybody that believed in and supported what weâve been tryna do⦠Na God dey do am⦠God bless U real good!!!â.
Details of the deals are still sketchy as the Grammy Award winning act didnât go into details but made it known that the signing had been done earlier.
Phone calls placed to 2faceâs management Now Muzik were not answered neither where text messages replied.
Source: Nigerian Entertainment Today
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After an intense ten weeks of nail-biting tension, action, thrills and surprises, the MTN Project Fame West Africa season four came to a sensational close, with fan-favourite Monica, emerging the winner of the hugely popular TV talent hunt show. Monica beat off fierce competition from the five final co-contestants; Roy, Ethel, Ese, Yvonne and Ruth to clinch the star prize of 2.5 million Naira, a brand new, fully loaded Toyota Rav 4 SUV and a recording contract worth millions of Naira.
[color=orange]Other contestants who walked away with prizes include; Ethel with a million naira, Ese with a million naira and a brand new Toyota car and last man standing Roy with 1.5 million Naira and a brand new Toyota Corolla car.
Speaking with our reporter after the show, the obviously overwhelmed and overjoyed Monica expressed appreciation to her fans for their support. âI just want to thank my fans for believing in me and supporting me with their votes. I love you all and I will do my best not to disappoint youâ, said the elated singer.
[color=orange]Some of the highlights of the show included performances by pop sensation Wizkid and internationally known all boy band Dru Hill, who delighted the audience with captivating renditions of their hit songs.
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Source: Nigerian Entertainment Today
Performed by Various Nigerian Artists like Ice Prince. WizKid, Waje, Eva, Sir Shina Peters, Yemi Alade, YQ, Ice Prince, DIPP, Tee Mac, Zaina and too many stars to count. The song was produced by OJB Jezerel, video produced and directed by Iykeman-Urban Touch Entertainment, video co-produced by Tobi Sunny-Daniel-State Of Mind Entertainment. Executive producer-Chief Dele Momodu-Ovation International. With the whole list of crew and artist, you must be conviced that it is mind blowing. Especially with the different styles of music by the featured artist. watch video below.
[color=orange]OVATION RED CAROL THEME SONG
Timi Dakolo released his debut album âBeautiful Noiseâ earlier this year. One of the singles from the album is this track titled âSo Beautifulâ which features Elvis Larri.
[color=orange]TIMI DAKOLO's - SO BEAUTIFUL
For those of you waiting to see what No ni crooner Samuel Oguachuba aka Sam Klef is up to the next time he hits the Nigerian entertainment scene with another album, there is a big surprise hot in the making. Sources tell us that Sam Klef is already in serious talk with American R&B artist, rapper and producer Timothy Zachery Mosley aka Timberland and that together, they plan to do a colabo that will raise the roof and silence both their critics forever.
[color=orange]Since itâs a partnership that is still in itâs early stages, our source says Sam Klef has held sealed lips on the title and entire concept of the song. Come January 13th, he will be flying to South Africa to shoot the videos of his hit tracks Paradise and Suwe. Then he will be taking the long flight to Miami in the state of Florida, US to shoot the video of his track All the way.
Sam Klef is the music producer behind some of the biggest names in the music industry like Sunny Neji, Ruggedman, Durella, Vector, DâPrince, Skales, and Wizkid. He shot to fame and stardom early in the year when he released his debut single Molowo Noni which featured Ice Prince, Whiz kid and Dâ Prince.
[color=orange]Durellaâs My Life was produced by him and Whiz Kidâs Tease Me which had been recorded during a freestyle session had been mixed and mastered by Sam Klef in exactly 30minutes. In October this year, it was rumoured that he had dumped bachelorhood for good; a rumour that got no comment from him.
Sources: By Charles Mgbolu (Vanguard News)
The Sound City Music Video Awards, SMVA, in no doubt one of Nigeria's hottest and most anticipated awards night. Every year, it brandishes a couture of extremely talented artistes who have made it to the nomination level that caps off with an awards night that simply gets better and better with each edition. With two weeks to the end of the year, there are indications the 2011 edition of the awards will not hold afterall.
[color=orange]When contacted, a popular on-air personality with the music channel, who pleaded anonymity confirmed that the awards will not be taking place. When asked for the reason, he simply said "I don't know why it' is not holding this year" Meanwhile, artists, producers, video directors and music fans, who eagerly await these awards have started to ask questions especially, with other music video awards in town.
Sound City Music Video Awards organisers have always said that the SMVA is an award aimed at setting a standard in the industry of music videos in Africa. As a prestigious award, it takes into cognizance all the appropriate elements and forms that make the composition of genuineness in musical value,through music videos without undue favor.
[color=orange]Previous editions of the SMVA featured American hip hop rapper Nas, South African bandFreshlyground, Tic Tac from Ghana, Wyre from Kenya, South African hiphop group Jozi, Nigeria's Seun Kuti and American hip hop act Mims.
Source: Charles Mgbolu (Vanguard News)
Born Aboje Robert Omoha, but popularly known by his stage name Fly MC, is a Nigerian rapper-songwriter. He was born in Benue State, Nigeria but grew up in the federal capital territory of Abuja. Fly MC attended secondary school in Abuja and later went to college in Manchester, England. He is currently studying Business and Administration in the United States.
[color=orange]An impressive lyricist, Fly MCâs style was largely been shaped and influenced by listening to compelling artists such as Nas, Naughty by Nature, and his older brother, Victor Omoha aka Phylosophy, who is better known with the 2002 underground hip hop group "The Mic Checkers. Phylosophy currently has a mixtape out called âThe Move On".
His music career has soared, since 2008 with his hit single Iâm So Fly. Later in 2010, he released âIce Creamâ; both became smashing hits on Nigeriaâs top independent internet and FM radio stations. Fly MC, has also had wonderful experiences as an upcoming artist where he performed alongside P.Square, 9ice, Jesse Jags and most recently in Nigeria, Wiz Kid and UK's Dotstar.
The Future has a lot in stake for Fly MC. Currently; he remains focused on pursing a degree at Edinboro University and at the same time entertaining his fans and hopes to drop an album in the near future.
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[color=orange]Phone # 814-384-4968
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[color=orange]Website www.flyemcee.net
CNN International has released a list of Africa's biggest music stars. The list includes three Nigerians: Asa, Nneka and 2face. The top ten list was compiled based on fame, fanbase and number of concerts the artistes have performed around the world. View the full list below.
[color=orange]ASA: Nigerian singer, Asa, is the latest African musician to hit it big with audiences in her home continent and beyond. The 29-year-old artist has a growing following in Europe and North America and has opened shows for pop royalty such as Beyonce and Snoop Dogg.
[color=orange]KâNaan: Somalia born rapper K'naan received international acclaim for his 2006 album, The "Dusty Foot Philosopher." He has since toured with Lenny Kravitz and collaborated with British guitar pop group, Keane.
[color=orange]Nneka: Nigerian singer songwriter, Nneka, says she only started singing in 2005. She has since made up for lost time; winning a MOBO award in 2009 and touring with the likes of Nas and Damien Marley.
[color=orange]2Face: Another of Nigeria's most popular contemporary musicians. 2Face Idibia found global fame with his hit single, African Queen, in 2006. He has since been recognized with international music awards from MOBO and MTV.
[color=orange]Rocky Dawuni: Dubbed "Ghana's Bob Marley," Rocky Dawuni has performed to audiences across the world as well as working with musical legend, Stevie Wonder.
[color=orange]Amadaou et Mariam: Amadou et Mariam have come a long way since meeting at Mali's Institute for the Young Blind in the 1970s. The musical duo have received international plaudits for their eclectic sounds and have supported both U2 and Coldplay on their world tours.
[color=orange]Youssou NâDour: Senegal's Youssou N'Dour (right) has been one of Africa's leading and most recognizable musicians for more than two decades. Here he performs alongside rock legends Bono and Bob Geldof in Germany, 2007.
[color=orange]Salif Keita: Another popular Malian export, Salif Keita is credited with being one of the founders of the Afro pop genre. He was also the first African band leader to be nominated for a Grammy award.
[color=orange]Ladysmith Black Mambazo: Ladysmith Black Mambazo (South Africa) sprung to global fame after collaborating with Paul Simon on his multi award-winning album, "Graceland." The South African choral group have since achieved musical recognition in their own right, selling millions of records worldwide.
[color=orange]Cesaria Evora: Grammy award-winning singer, Cesaria Evora, is the most famous musical export from the Cape Verde Islands. She has sold millions of records worldwide and is affectionately know as "the barefoot diva," due to her penchant for appearing on stage without footwear.
Source: CNN International
2011 has come and almost gone. And during the course of the year, some songs that made us go mwch!, while other outstanding ones made our hearts pound out of excitement! And of course, we know that these beautiful songs wouldnât have been possible with some great artistes behind them. Thier songs rocked clubs, parties, concerts et al, making this year music-fun filledâ¦
[color=orange]D'banj
Since the Koko Master made his debut into the industry, heâs never failed to dazzle his fans with irresistible songs. All from the stable of MoâHit records, his âbossâ, Don Jazzy keeps imprinting magical beats and rhythm to make Dâbanj one of Nigeriaâs best artistes.
This year has been an event-filled one for the dude, as heâs been seen jetting out of the country on several occasion. Financially, it has also been a rewarding one for him, as he also signed deals worth millions of dollars. And just October this year, he unleashed an Aston Martin Vantage car with only two doors.
This year, he also struck a record deal with one of Ameriacâs top rated artistes **** producer, Kayne West. But before then, he released a single, Mr. Endowed, with award winning American singer, Snoop Dog. He still continues to make wave as an artiste who has proven his worth.
[color=orange]Tiwa Savage
As if coming from the blues, Tiwa made a debut into the industry just last year. Her first single, Kele Kele Love made a huge hit, shooting her straight into the league of A-list artistes in the country. After her first singles, sheâs performed at countless concerts in and outside the country.
Sheâs also earned herself some cool cash and is one of the most rated female acts in the country at the moment. Her second single, Love Me Love Me is also a sensational track which has continued to make wave.In the course of the year, she got nominated for the Grammy Award. And just this month, she just dropped another smoky one, Without My Heart, featuring Don Jazzy himself. Wow! Sheâs still smoky hot and sure ready to take us by storm next year?
[color=orange]Wiz Kid
He was faced with too many controversies through the year, ranging from impregnating an undergraduate, to allegedly stealing the Pakurumo song, to the internet naked picture scandal, the rumoured affair between him and sexy actress Tonto Dike and other âillicitâ affair-heâs sure got a bagful of scandals rocking his back.
But aside his scandalous stuffs, career-wise, he was one of those artistes that rocked the year. He performed at many shows and concerts like the FAB Night Out, Big Brother Amplified Finale and a host of others. Wizzy also made cameo appearances in other artistes, making him one of the artistes with numerous collabos in the year. His singles that rocked this year include Wiz Party, Love My Baby, Pakurumo, Donât Dull and others.
[color=orange]Omawunmi
She never ceases to dazzle with her strong vocal voice. Her debut single, In The Music, a song with the South African rhythm, shot her to limelight. Since then, she kept releasing songs after songs.
This year, her song, If You Ask Me became an instant hit-a song people thought stemmed out of her personal experience. But she proved pundits wrong, saying it was an experience of a young barrack girl!
[color=orange]P-Square
The two brothers of P-Square, Peter and Paul have become a house hold name in Nigeria and beyond. Aside their music prowess, their choreography is also another part where fans get hooked. Their eclectic performances makes them a force to be reckoned with in the country.
Not counting their success in the industry over the years, this year too was one of immeasurable success for them. Their singles Chop My Money, Bu Nie Ya Enu and Forever added to their many successes.
[color=orange]M.I
M.I, one of the Chocolate City boys is definitely an act to be reckoned with. When it comes to rap music, he ranks as the No.1 in the country. He picks his words one after the other, sending the songs straight to bed.
Number One, Beef, Action Film, One Naira, Epic and others were some of his singles that made wave in the year.
BY OPEOLUWANI AKINTAYO (Vanguard News)
Residents of Ibadan are enthusiastic about the forthcoming 45th Havana Music Carnival just as Sigma Club, University of Ibadan, has named Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State as special guest at the event, which holds on Friday, [color=orange]December 16, at Trans-Amusement Park, Agbowo, Ibadan.
Mike Yomi Dada, Executive Director of ZMC, producer of the event, told Showtime that the organizers are working round the clock to ensure that all the details for a successful show are fitted together to give participants the wow event that Havana has come to be known for.
[color=orange]"The governor was positive on the effectiveness of iconic event like Havana Music Carnival to inspire and create an atmosphere of leisure and peaceful co-existence among the youth because he is a youth lover and believes in supporting them in a worthwhile quest. Interestingly, the event day also coincides with the governorâs birthday, so we are looking forward to having him", Dada said
Similarly, students of the various institutions in the state â University of Ibadan, Lead City University, Ibadan Polytechnic, the School of Nursing, the School of Hygiene and others are already looking forward to the much awaited event, as many of them have already purchased their tickets in anticipation.
[color=orange]Acts already confirmed to perform at the yearâs event include the legendary music maestro Sir Shina Peters; wave-making Ice-Prince; golden girl of the Nigeria music scene, Goldie; king of swag, Terry G, and the self-styled Naija ninja, Sound Sultan. Others are: Idris Adulkareem, Chidinma, Joel, Ninji, Pasuma Wonder, Olamide, Iyanya, King Wadada, Dj Zeez, Jayru, Artquake, Freewinds, LilâH and 18 upcoming acts.
Source: Vanguard News
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