Psquare vs Soundcity: Jude Okoye takes the stage

Psquare, with the help of their spokesperson, Peter Okoye, went all out on terrestrial/cable music channel, Soundcity, on Thursday, explaining why they don’t play their music videos to the fans. Soundcity replied the rant saying they chose not to air the videos over irreconcilable childish differences. Well the back and forth continues as Jude, comes... Read More

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September 10, 2015

Why we stopped playing Psquare’s videos – Soundcity

Psquare, specifically Peter Okoye, the mouthpiece of the group, recently tweeted his new found disdain for cable/terrestrial channel, Soundcity. Soundcity has now responded to Peter’s rants on Twitter. In a statement titled ‘What has Soundcity ever done for P-Square?‘ which they shared on their website a few hours ago, the music station explained why they... Read More

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September 10, 2015

Between Peter Okoye and the folks at Soundcity

Peter Okoye of PSquare is at loggerheads with music channel, Soundcity, over their refusal to play the songs of the group. Peter, as always, took his grudge to social media- Twitter. It started like this. A fan noticed that the videos of her favourite group was missing on Soundcity, and she asked: Don’t waste ur... Read More

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September 8, 2015

#InternationalLiteracyDay: 70% of Nigerian musicians are illiterates

I am not in support of how 2Face once appeared to justify the lack of university education, particularly since many look up to him as a role model but I am also not going to make a big deal about any need, perceived or otherwise, for popular musicians and creative people to go get a... Read More

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September 3, 2015

Man stabs neighbor for playing loud music

33-year-old John Ena was charged to court on Wednesday for stabbing his neighbour on the head with a bottle. The prosecutor said, “The accused stabbed the complainant with a bottle on her head for playing loud music.’’ “The accused forcefully entered the complainant’s room and ordered her to reduce the volume of her DVD player,... Read More

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August 31, 2015

2015 MTV Video Music Awards: Miley Cyrus managed to squeeze out a little ni**le slip

Miley Cyrus let out a little more than we were prepared for last night. By “we”, I obviously mean all 10 of us losers who streamed it via struggle Nigerian internet. I guess this is our reward.

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August 31, 2015

2015 MTV Video Music Awards: Everything to expect when it FINALLY airs in Nigeria

The 2015 “MTV Video Music Awards” took place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, with several of the performances emanating from the VMAs Downtown Los Angeles stage outside the iconic Orpheum Theatre. Host Miley Cyrus delivered a raunchy rainbow spectacle dripping in glitter, wild outfit changes, and hilarious skits featuring the likes of Andy... Read More

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July 15, 2015

MAMAs here we come! 2face Idibia, Banky W, others head to South Africa (PHOTOS)

This year’s edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards is happening this weekend in South Africa, and our Nigerian celebrities are headed there already! The likes of Banky W, Darey Art Alade, Sean Tizzle, Kcee, Iceberg Slim, Shaydee, Mosa, Kcee, and more are presently on their way. The kokomaster, D’banj on the other hand, arrived... Read More

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July 10, 2015

This MI fan doesn’t think Chocolate City stands a chance with the new CEO

A lot of people had their doubts when Audu Makoiri, ex-president of Chocolate City passed the baton to MI Abaga and the rest. People like this fan (@iamking_el) who wrote a note to the new president of the label citing the current poor state of Chocolate City and Choc Boys Nation. From Iamking_el: “Please before anyone... Read More

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June 30, 2015

The top 10 one-hit wonders in Nigerian music

As much as we appreciate the constant hit makers, there’s always a special place in our hearts for those who only dropped one hit. 10. Jazzman Olofin – Raise The Roof

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June 23, 2015

Cuppy and Paste? Olamide may have dissed Cuppy without even knowing it

Or maybe he did. Olamide may have shown support for the daughter of oil baron simply known as DJ Cuppy when he took to his Instagram to encourage people to get her new mix tape. In the post, he said, #HouseOfCuppy II out today .. Support @cuppymusic … My Cuppy n paste 😍 *in house... Read More

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June 22, 2015

Is Banky W quiting music anytime soon?

As much as i would love it to be, this isn’t a ‘yab’. The musician and co-onwer of EME, made a subtle indirect request today via social media network, Twitter. Banky W, in what you’d call a plea, asked that Don Jazzy produce what may be his last album.

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June 20, 2015

Asa and Dare in the studio, cooking something magical (PHOTOS)

Darey and Asa may be working on a song together, according to these images below. The two can be seen goofing around in the studio as they make music. We cant wait to hear the outcome.

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June 9, 2015

Our 8 favorite D’Banj songs #HappyBirthdayDBanj

It’s D’Banj’s birthday today and our Koko Master is turning 35. In celebration, let’s take a look at our favorite D’Banj’s songs. Tongolo Why Me Mobolowo Won Oliver Twist Top of the World Endowed Fall in love Feeling A Nikkahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naPq1r3ThEg Happy birthday, D’Banj!

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June 8, 2015

Apple launches TIDAL killer…with Drake

At today’s WWDC, Apple’s fun conference for announcing things, Apple announced the launch of their new streaming service – Apple Music. Now, industry insiders had expected this all along, what we didn’t expect was that they’d launch it with Drake. Yes, the same Drake that’s on all those songs with Jay Z Tears. RT @TheRockwell:... Read More

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May 13, 2015

5 Nigerian songs Complex should know about

Yesterday, Complex put out a list of “5 Nigerian Rappers Jay-Z Should Know”, which didn’t go down too well with #NigerianTwitter because…well, there weren’t any rappers on the list. Culture Vultures @ComplexMag Are Now Telling The World Wizkid, Kiss Daniel, Seyi Shay And Davido Are Rappers, Thats Mis-Information — FAZILLION (@FAZILLION) May 12, 2015 @ComplexMag... Read More

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May 12, 2015

Music review: Timi Dakolo returns with a hustler’s anthem

by Wilfred Okichie Some things are simply impossible to forget. Timi Dakolo’s stunner of a voice is one of them. Viewers lucky enough to follow the first (and only) season of the Idols West Africa competition back in 2007 can most certainly never forget the feelings the scruffy, dark skinned citizen with roots in Nigeria... Read More

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May 9, 2015

Marriage and career debate: Essence proves Wendy Williams’ wrong

by Anike Jacobs We recently ran into Kennis music artiste, Essence, and we had an interesting conversation with her. The sonorous singer with the hit number ‘Facebook love’ (rings a bell? ) in the conversaion explained why she has been off the music scene and why she is yet to be married. YNaija: You’ve... Read More

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May 2, 2015

Cynthia Morgan’s music career in 4 revealing pictures (LOOK)

by Chinwe Okafor Surely she must have something else to offer. Her risqué nude trend is becoming quite stale and boring. The artiste started her journey into the music industry on a decent level when she did the song, “Don’t break my heart” but then that is how it all begins. She launched her more... Read More

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April 23, 2015

Toke Makinwa is tired of Nigerian musicians and their same-old lyrics

by Anike Jacobs Media personality, Toke Makinwa has opined that the only way to move the Nigerian music industry forward is for the musicians to start thinking outside the box. During a chat with YNaija at the Nigerian entertainment conference, the OAP and Vlogger said: “Nigerian musicians need to get creative, everyone is basically doing... Read More

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April 21, 2015

Timi Dakolo releases new single, ‘Wish me well’ [LISTEN]

by Damilola Jagun Nigeria’s king of soul, Timi Dakolo has announced the release of his second single ‘Wish Me Well’ off his forthcoming album; Love and Consequences. Timi Dakolo draws inspiration for this single from his days as a young boy in Port Harcourt just before West African Idols, going through the harsh events of life.... Read More

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April 18, 2015

EXCLUSIVE: “It’s not just about having one hit song” || Shaydee talks about his new video, life & more

by Anike Jacobs A few weeks ago, Shaydee dropped a hot video for his new single “High”. The video which was directed by E.M.E boss, Banky W and music video director, Adasa Cookey was shot in exotic locations in Lagos. Featuring Banky W as a bartender, the colourful video tells a heart rendering story of... Read More

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April 17, 2015

Qudus Onikeku: How the Nigerian creative industry can create wealth

by Qudus Onikeku As many Nigerians take to the street in defiant mood, following the victory of our new president-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, the nation overflows with glorious sounds of our music and the ferocity of our dances. Even prior to the elections on 28th of March, our billboards, radio and airwaves were inundated with all... Read More

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April 16, 2015

No vacancy! Ladies, Falz is not looking for a wife… yet

by Anike Jacobs It’s funny how entertainers take back their words. A few weeks ago, viral reports claimed that Falz, the Bahd guy, was in search of a wifey. “ I’m really searching for a wife. This is no joke at all. I want to settle down and get married. I have been heartbroken so... Read More

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April 13, 2015

While you were voting, celebs turned up at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards #VGMAs (PHOTOS)

by Anike Jacobs While we all focused our attention on the governorship elections and announcements of results over the weekend, the Vodafone Ghana Music awards happened. The awards ceremony took place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) in Ghana on Saturday, April 11, 2015 and singer, Yemi Alade was one of the few Nigerian... Read More

April 12, 2015

There’s more to this semi-nude picture of Nicki Minaj than you can see

by Chinwe Okafor It is better than this one trust me. Do you see it? If you aren’t able to at this point, let me help you. Take your eyes away from the rapper’s curvaceous body and in-your-face bosom and let it wonder to the picture behind her. See it now? Told you it would... Read More

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