MUSIC PREMIERE: MTN PROJECT FAME WINNER OLAWALE DEBUTS NEW SINGLE “IS NOTIN”

Having been crowned the winner of the latest season of MTN Project Fame West Africa and spent the last three months evolving his sound and honing his craft as an artist, fast-rising Nigerian Pop sensation and musician OLAWALE is proud to debut his brand new single titled “Is Notin”, produced by DJ Klem.

Premiered on several leading radio stations across the country including Cool FM, Wazobia FM, Beat FM, Rhythm FM and Naija FM earlier today, “Is Notin” sees both Olawale and DJ Klem in flying form from start to finish - from Olawale’s sweet voice to his infectious flow to DJ Klem’s up-tempo musical milieu backed by lush drums and guitar arrangements, it is hard to sit still once this massive Pop record comes on.

Currently in his final year at Ladoke Akintola University studying Agronomy, Olawale also serves as the musical director of his university’s church choir and draws his influences from the likes of Tiwa Savage, Bruno Mars, Neyo, J. Moss and Deitrick Haddon. Beating out fifteen amazing artist, he joins the likes of Iyanya, Chidinma, Monica Ogah and Ayoola as the sixth winner of the prestigious MTN Project Fame talent show.

Birthing a unique blend of R&B, Pop and Fuji that has not yet been seen in the Nigerian music landscape, Olawale in collaboration with prolific producer DJ Klem, has unearthed an exciting new musical direction that is bound to leave audiences and critics alike spellbound and captivated. Without a doubt, “Is Notin” is a future hit for 2014.

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VIDEO TEASER: YOU ARE IN LOVE - JOE EL

Here is the teaser to Joe El's timeless song "You Are In Love" and from the look of this teaser, the video is definitely going to be a master piece.

The concept and location is surely going to get everyone singing along, let’s enjoy this while we keep our fingers crossed for the official video in a few.

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MUSIC PREMIERE: NWATA MISSI (REMIX) + HEAVEN - POETIC KEN

Off his forthcoming album, Dek Records performing artiste Poetic Ken drops brand new entries, NWATA MISSI (Remix) and HEAVEN. Poetic Ken gives a lyrical twist to his initial high life love tune decorated with sweet melodies that will get you on the dance floor. The second single "HEAVEN" is a wonderful contemporary reggae joint. A must listen; still off his forthcoming album.

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VIDEO PREMIERE: IN MY HEART - CHUDDY K

As the season of love known as Valentines Day draws near, Chuddy K has dropped the highly anticipated music video for his single "In My Heart"

Compared to his popular club bangers "Brazilian Hair" and "Gaga Crazy", Chuddy K has taken a different approach with this ballad by revealing his soulful and sensitive side.

The video was directed by Catalyst.

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MUSIC PREMIERE: AYO TI DE - TOSIN BAMGBOSE

Based in Atlanta, USA, Tosin Bamgbose is a Gospel Afro/R&B singer who hails from Abeokuta, Ogun state in Nigeria; adept in his field of works, Tosin Bamgbose has rendered a number of Soul-lifting Gospel tunes and has gone on to perform on different International platforms as well. Having performed with various artistes from different countries, Tosin Bamgbose has constantly churned out music materials that have touched lives; he has also gained recognition on several grounds and recently got nominated for the Face Awards in Atlanta, USA. He backs up his achievements so far with this English/Yoruba-sung offering which he titles "Ayo Ti De", translating to "Joy Has Come"; listen up and share your thoughts.

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SPECIAL FEATURE: OC UKEJE: "I GET SEXUAL OFFERS FROM OLDER WOMEN"

Check out the handsomely disheveled OC Ukeje on Villagesquare TV as he speaks with Presenter Hauwa on finding a wife and his success in the Nollywood industry

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SPECIAL FEATURE: FROM KOKOMASTER TO KOKO FARMER...D'BANJ a.k.a BANGER LEE JOINS 'ONE' TO LAUNCH THE YEAR OF AGRICULTURE

Internationally acclaimed Nigerian singer-songwriter D’Banj, will be at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia this week to help ONE officially launch the campaign during the ‘Year of Agriculture’ campaign at the AU Summit. He will unveil the official name and logo of the campaign, as well as launch ONE’s online petition, calling on leaders to invest more and better in agriculture.

In February, the pop-star will lead top artists from around the continent to record a song produced by iconic producer Cobhams Asuquo and music video, aimed at promoting agriculture among youths on the continent. This announcement was just made at a press launch in Lagos where D’Banj was announced as the face for the continent-wide campaign.

D’Banj and Cobhams Asuquo were present at the conference and spoke with enthusiasm about the attention the agricultural sector needs and the passion for the Year of Agriculture’.

“I look forward to this project, the fact that I will be working with some of Africa's biggest stars is fantastic” Cobhams Asuquo said during the press conference.

VIDEO PREMIERE: GENTLEMAN - D'PRINCE FT DON JAZZY AND DAVIDO

Mavin Record’s Frenzy Maestro, D’Prince is bringing his exceptional brand of smooth, catchy and introspective music to the Nigerian music factory. The song, possibly the first of its kind in the Nigerian music scene, leaves charming wedding sensation into your ear drums. It invites its listeners to love and cherish their relationships. The song has a relatively semi fast-paced beat that is rather inviting with a sound that is not quite oriental but breathes a distinctive modern flavor of the Nigerian wedding setting.

He is gearing up to celebrate a rewarding new year by dropping a classy video titled “Gentleman” featuring HKN award winning act Davido and Mavin Boss The Enigmatic Don Jazzy.

The track which was produced by Africa’s number one producer Don Jazzy, and video directed by prolific video director Clarence Peters with costumes styled by Okunoren Twins, has generated much anticipation on the social media.

The Frenzy is Here.

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MUSIC PREMIERE: CRASE & THINKING ABOUT YOU - ESCAFINI

Budding talent ESCAFINI makes an intro this 2014 with a thought provoking song titled CRASE and a soothing R&B tune titled THINKING ABOUT YOU both produced by Resman for Resman Audio Productions. The talented artiste who hails from Delta State is set on making his mark in the music industry and has chosen a well calculated approach in these two interesting songs. Enjoy and have fun.

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VIDEO PREMIERE: IKWOKIRIKWO - FLAVOUR

NITE Enter10ment presents the highly anticipated video by Sensational Highlife Maestro Flavour for the song "Ikwokrikwo". The captivating video which was shot in South Africa sees Big Brother Africa: The Chase winner Dillish Matthews as Flavour’s leading lady.

Directed by the talented and creative award winning Clarence A Peters, the video shows scenes of Flavour serenading Dillish in the woods by the waterfall.

Ikwokrikwo is a single from Flavour's album "Blessed".

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MUSIC PREMIERE: HOLD YA MONEY - KISS

The Bahd Gurl of Bigz Gurls is back and this time she means business. 

Popularly known for the hit song BIGZ GIRLS which was a cover of eLDEE’s Big Boys hit track, Kiss who after some time in hibernation while fine tuning her skills is back with another hit song titled HOLD YA MONEY produced by E Twins. Just take a listen and tell me what you think.

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MUSIC PREMIERE: NAIJA BAD GIRL - MAHEEDA

Sexy and highly-controversial singer Maheeda is out with the single that we all have been waiting for. It is titled “Naija Bad Girl” which has a video in the making of which the raunchy behind the scenes photos was online.

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SPECIAL FEATURE: BEHIND THE SCENE OF GENTLEMAN VIDEO SHOOT BY D'PRINCE FT DAVIDO AND DON JAZZY

Mavin Records King of Frenzy D’Prince kick starts 2014 with fantastic behind the scene pictures from his highly anticipated cameo for most recent single titled GENTLEMAN which features HKN wonder kid Davido and Africa’s Ace producer The Enigmatic Don Jazzy.

The video is directed by award winning Clarence Peters and splendid outfits by Okunoren Twins.

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SPECIAL FEATURE: DAREY'S LOVE LIKE A MOVIE IS BACK

Superstar entertainer-entrepreneur Darey Art-Alade has announced the return of his concert series “Love Like A Movie”.

The Valentine event, which debuted in 2013 to local and international acclaim, was adjudged by pundits as the greatest concert Nigeria has ever seen; with endless testimonials coming from guests of diverse backgrounds, global media, and corporate Nigeria.

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Love Like A Movie now enters year two, with a spectacular Saturday show holding at the Eko Hotel Oceanview Grounds on February 15, 2014.

To be produced by Livespot Productions, the event, Darey says, will be one night of world-class performances that LLAM is known for, plus boundary pushing lights, lasers and pyrotechnic displays. A new venue, Oceanview, which is open air will present more head room for performances aerial, breathtaking stunts and slams. 'It's an unbelievable show we're putting together this year. Unbelievable', Darey says.

Last year saw appearances by Kim Kardashian, 2face Idibia, and many other great entertainers. Love Like A Movie 2014 will follow a similar style - featuring dozens of performers from Nigeria and abroad - including two platinum superstars to be announced later.

For the benefit of millions who couldn't attend the maiden edition, which featured exciting thrills, action and conception, Darey and his team put together a reality series, which was aired in November 2013 on television and online. This year’s edition will follow suit with the airing of a 7 episode reality series that will capture the behind the scenes, preparation and eventual performances of what it took to put together a show of its calibre.

'Love Like A Movie' is an innovation in concert and events productions. That's why the spectacle stays with you almost forever', adds Darey who's the CEO of Livespot. 'Picture the mid-air manoeuvres, the HD projections, the dances and duets; even the kind of guests LLAM attracts. I've been told this is the Valentine event everyone is looking forward to this year. Guess what? I agree!'

The theme for this year's event is 'Love Roller-Coaster'.

MUSIC PREMIERE: SEE LOVE - ESSENCE

Kennis Music's songstress, the delectable Essence is arguably that female Nigerian artiste that never disappoints, be it in performance, writing or delivery.

She kick starts her 2014 with this melodious single titled “See Love”. It is a story of the Ups and Downs of love.

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SPECIAL FEATURE: P SQUARE APOLOGIZE FOR POOR PERFOMANCE AT THE GLO CAF AWARDS

Award winning artistes/dancing maestros P Square had an embarrassing performance at the just concluded Glo CAF Award ceremony which took place at the Eko Hotel, Lagos a fortnight ago with other top acts like D'Banj and Lagbaja performed too. The sound production was so wacky as the duo got on stage to give their performance.

The twins had to be called up to the stage a second time for another performance. This did not go down well with fans, as they took to twitter to rant and mock the twins on their performance. You can read here NMM

This got to the notice of the twins and Peter Okoye took to his twitter handle to apologize to their fans, said:

YES! Heard the sound was bad from the broadcast. Sory not our fault. Show must go on. Peace!
— Peter Okoye (@PeterPsquare) January 9, 2014

MUSIC PREMIERE: TRAILER - ASLAR JEZZY

Award-winning Afro-pop sensation Aslar Jezzy, a Graduate of University of East London drops another funky single with Young D the Street Dancehall Producer of the likes of Timaya to mention a few; and this is titled “Trailer”. Aslar jazzy join forces together with Young D to present “TRAILER”. Being more than just a presence on the beat, the young man has executed the skills that have enabled collaborations with Nigerian household names, Kelly Hansome, Black Face Naija, Klever Jay and more.

He has also been featured in lots of international shows with the likes of 2face, Dbanj, Wizkid, Ice prince, M.I, Banky W, Terry G, Kelly Hansome, Olamide, Durella and more.

Truly defining the Afro-pop and Afro-beat sounds. The singer, songwriter and producer signed to Big Hitz Entertainment is a multiple award winner, and currently the African Entertainment Award Malaysia, best West African act of the year in 2012.

No doubt Aslar Jazzy is coming very fast on top of his game. Listen to this and feel free to comment.

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VIDEO PREMIERE: KNOW NOTHING - SHOLFY

Hard-working Olushola Philips, popularly known as Sholfy aka ‘Money Cream Bad Boy’ drops his long anticipated single titled, “KNOW NOTHING” produced by Taleen Beat, mixed and mastered by Young D.

He has been in the Entertainment Industry for a while and has remained relevant and consistent through the years. And as the saying goes, “It’s not how far but how well”, undoubtedly describes this much talented, humble and goal driven individual, as he has taken his time to study the game and worked on many occasions with both the known and the up & coming arts and producers in the Industry.

He has worked with the likes of Deevee, Young D, Sarz and Cheepho just to mention a few. Sholfy hails from Lagos State and he raps and sings. Infact, he was born to entertain. And on that note, we welcome the Money Cream Bad boy, under the platform of LUTHIN ENTERTAINMENT, as he captivates us with new sounds, and not just to inspire the world but also getting us on our toes, giving a mouth to mouth and bringing the party alive.

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VIDEO PREMIERE: MANDELA - HARRYSONG

Just in case you missed it here, watch the video for the tribute song to Papa Africa: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela by talented song writer/ producer and singer Harrysong. The song had a record setting one million downloads on the day it debuted last year December. Watch the inspiring visuals of what I call "An Ode to an Icon".

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VIDEO PREMIERE: RAGGA RAGGA- SEYI SHAY (GOOD GURL GONE BADD)

Kicking off 2014 in a grand way, Seyi Shay drops the music video for her new club banging single 'Ragga Ragga'. The video shot by Clarence Peters, shows off the sexy sassy beauty and energetic dance moves as she musically transforms to GOOD GURL GONE BADD. 

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MUSIC PREMIERE: PAPAMGOLO - BERRYLYN +VIRAL VIDEO

Stunning looks and talent best describes this charming model-cum-songstress from the land of wise men (the East) by name BERRYLYN who debuts with a Mega X midas touch production titled PAMPAMKOLO. Enjoy and savour this debut single; a catchy viral video by the talented act as directed by Prince George coming soon.

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