Davido is now ready to make music with Don Jazzy… or vice versa

by Chinwe Okafor Been long coming. Davido has been doing ‘shakara’ for a while now, leaving hints of working with one of Nigeria’s foremost producers. In some of his songs, you could hear him constantly mentioning Don Jazzy’s name like someone enjoying a sexual intercourse and moaning the name of the giver. Finally, he has made... Read More

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April 6, 2015

How Ubi Franklin and Lilian Esoro spent the Easter weekend (Photos)

by Anike Jacobs CEO of MMMG (Made Men Music Group) – label of Iyanya, Tekno, Emma Nyra & more, Ubi Franklin and his fiancee, actress Lilian Esoro stepped out as a couple for the first time last night for the AY Live comedy show which held at the Eko Hotel and Suites. Before then, the... Read More

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April 4, 2015

Kayode Nubi: Super-producer, Leriq will need a Timberlake to become Nigeria’s Timberland

by Kayode Nubi It is no surprise Leriq is tired of being just a super-producer behind the scenes and now wants the limelight as a performer as he did with his single ‘Say You Love Me‘ featuring Wizkid. However for every Timberland there’s a Timberlake, and for every Macklemore there’s a a Ryan Lewis. Leriq... Read More

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March 22, 2015

I’ve had to forgive and let go of the past – Brymo speaks on Chocolate City and new music

by Chinwe Okafor Soon-to-be dad, Ashimi ‘Brymo’ Olawale in a brand new interview with Punch talks about his music, absence from the scene and his new baby. Read below excerpts from the interview: Why is your latest album titled Tabula Rasa? On his Album- Tabula Rasa: Tabula Rasa is a Latin word and it means ‘Blank Slate’. I wanted... Read More

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March 21, 2015

I would like to date Don Jazzy because… – Tonye Garrick on love and music

by Anike Jacobs Tonyé, an international recording Artist & Songwriter is our celebrity guest for the weekend. Born in England, she spent most of her childhood and adult years in Paris, Nigeria, and Washington, DC, her formal educational background is in International Business & Fashion Merchandising. Her resume includes work for two major financial firms:... Read More

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March 20, 2015

Iyanya’s manager is engaged to Nollywood actress, Lilian Esoro

by Anike Jacobs Iyanya’s manager and CEO of Made Men Music Group, Ubi Franklin is now engaged to Nollywood actress and hit series, Clinic Matters star, Lilian Esoro. The love birds who have been seeing each other for about 14-months, got engaged in the presence of friends and family on Thursday, March 19. The proposal is coming... Read More

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March 16, 2015

Yemi Alade is unhappy as Germany show didn’t go according to plan

by Anike Jacobs Afro pop singer Yemi Alade’s Johnny charm did not work for her in Germany last night. The rave of the moment who is currently on a world musical tour, was reportedly disgraced at Tropical Bar, Berlin, Germany for failing to show up on time. Fans who arrived waited for hours and by... Read More

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March 11, 2015

Aww, God has been so good to Tonto Dikeh

by Anike Jacobs While making a joke at the recently held Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award 2015 ceremony, popular comedian, Basket mouth sort of mocked actress Tonto Dikeh. He said: “Patience Jonathan can speak English fluently, Tonto Dike can really sing, D’banj has been churning out hits and we actually have uninterrupted electricity”, among other digs. Tonto... Read More

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March 8, 2015

Winners, shockers and memorable moments of the #AMVCA2015

by Chinwe Okafor Currently named Nollywood’s biggest and most recognised party, the AMVCA’s for the third time, lived up to its new nickname as the event brought together the best in TV and film alike, both old and new, experts and upcoming under one roof to know their fate- for those anticipating but first, all with... Read More

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March 7, 2015

If Buhari is a thief in the night, what is Fayose… the vigilante?

by Kolapo Olapoju So Muhammadu Buhari returned to the country yesterday, March 6, and the governor on his trail, Ayo Fayose, also returned to his duty. The ruler governor of Ekiti state, must have really missed the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) because as soon as he arrived, he swiftly jumped on his case.... Read More

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March 4, 2015

Oh no she didn’t! Nigerian singer, Nneka, disses GEJ on CNN

by Anike Jacobs Nigerian international singer Nneka, has shared her thoughts on President Goodluck Jonathan and his postponement of the general elections in a recent interview with CNN. According to her, Goodluck Jonathan should have dealt with the issue of Boko Haram before the elections that was scheduled to originally hold on February 28. “He... Read More

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March 3, 2015

I’m a mega super star – Korede Bello is tired of being called ‘upcoming’

by Anike Jacobs When next you want to address Mavin artiste, Korede Bello, try not to use the ‘upcoming act’ label. After all, upcoming artistes do not have fat bank accouns, brand endorsements and to top it all, his Godwin track is one of the most played songs on the Nigerian airwaves. In an interview with Nation... Read More

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March 3, 2015

American producer, Teddy Riley can’t wait to work with Don Jazzy

by Anike Jacobs Hey music lovers, we bring you another good news from the House of Mavin. Chairman of the Mavin Records, Don Jazzy just announced that Teddy Riley, the man who produced late pop king, Micheal Jackson’s song, Remember the time is dying to work him. Riley sent a video message to the Mavin boss saying,... Read More

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March 2, 2015

#50ShadesOfPink: Cynthia Morgan wants you to see her sexy ‘pouch’… and nothing more (PHOTO)

by Akan Ido Singer, Cynthia Morgan likes to show off her body and she was her sexy-looking self tonight as she posed for a mirror selfie wearing a pink frilly over-the-knee nightgown leaving nothing to the imagination. She posted the photo on Instagram moments ago with the caption: “Early to bed, Early To rise…GoodnightFolks!and s/o... Read More

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February 28, 2015

Don’t miss it! Vector headlines Airtel/Trace Music Stars Grand Finale today

by Damilola Jagun Nigeria’s king of rap, Vector Tha Viper will be thrilling his fans to a mega performance at the grand finale of the Airtel/Trace music stars competition. It will be recalled that the Shiga crooner started a tour towards the end of last year, of different universities around the country, delivering rousing performances... Read More

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February 26, 2015

Cynthia Morgan releases video for song, ‘German Juice’ (WATCH)

by Akan Ido Northside Inc. dancehall queen, Cynthia Morgan, A.K.A the gangster property releases the video to her banging single, “German Juice”. Shot on a sunny and summer-themed location, the video features a host of pretty girls with big backsides all displaying their endowments just as the song itself suggests. The Clarence Peters/Jude Okoye directed video also features a... Read More

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February 23, 2015

Why Skales’ career may not survive today’s spat with Wizkid

by Chinwe Okafor Skales back in 2009 was a charismatic young man. Very shy but still persistent to get his music out there and make it heard. His song ‘Heading for the Grammys’ was supposed to be his pathway to…you know… [READ: “You’re a fake a__ ni___ & a liar,” Skales blasts Wizkid || “You’re a... Read More

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February 23, 2015

Lady Gaga’s red gloves break the internet + her sound of music rendition (WATCH)

by Anike Jacobs Lady Gaga gave one of the most stunning performances of the night during the 2015 Oscars on Feb. 22. She sang a medley of hits from the Academy Award-winning film, The Sound Of Music, as a tribute to celebrate the movie’s 50th anniversary. Lady Gaga wore a Swan Lake-esque gown while singing “The Sound Of... Read More

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February 17, 2015

Singer, Asa reveals how Islam influenced her music

by Anike Jacobs Internationally acclaimed recording artiste, Asa has revealed that she was once a Muslim and that Islam played an important role in her style of music.In an interview with My Africa Podcast, Asa, told show host, Andre Blaze, this: “I come from a Muslim background, and I actually had a stint with Islam.... Read More

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February 17, 2015

Check out photos from Ice Prince’s ‘Mutumina’ video shoot

by Kemisola Filani Rapper, Ice Prince who recently dropped an EP titled Trash Can, is presently shooting the video for one of the tracks, Mutumina. He was styled by Jeremiah Ogbodo of Swanky Signature Styling and the video is directed by Mex. See behind the scenes he has graciously released below:

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February 12, 2015

Kanye West & Taylor Swift set to make music together

by Chinwe Okafor She might have thought he was ‘mean’ but now Taylor Swift is hoping to make beautiful music with Kanye West. The 34-year-old rapper revealed on Wednesday to Ryan Seacrest that the pair will now unite in song. It has been six years since the scenario which saw Kanye walk on to the VMA’s stage and... Read More

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February 12, 2015

#YNaijaMusicVideoReview: D’prince’s ‘Oyo’ is probably the best thing he has done in a while

by Chinwe Okafor Was that really D’prince in that video? Wow! D’prince lost me a long time ago with his combination of musical disposition. He didn’t seem to be getting it, I don’t know why. He started off great don’t get me wrong but lost it along the way. A lot of speculation dwelt on... Read More

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February 11, 2015

Ice Prince’s boo promotes his new album with a daring boob-fie (LOOK)

by Anike Jacobs Rapper, Ice Prince’s new boo Maima Nkewa is such a supportive girlfriend. The French-Ghanaian beauty whom the rapper introduced to his fans weeks back, took to Instagram yesterday to help promote her man’s new album in this cleavage-baring selfie. Last night Maima shared a selfie on her Instagram and even though she is wearing... Read More

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February 10, 2015

Flavour & Chidinma show chemistry in ‘Ololufe’ video (PHOTOS, WATCH)

by Anike Jacobs Oh wow, Chidinma and Flavour have got some cool chemistry going on between ’em. In Flavour’s newly released video for his latest song ‘Ololufe’, he features Chidinma who plays the lady iin white and of course, his lover. The video was shot in Cape Town, South Africa and directed by Godfather Productions.... Read More

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February 7, 2015

I do 60 press-ups daily… even at age 74 – Sir Victor Uwaifo

by Anike Jacobs Although he is 74 years old, legendary musician, Victor Uwaifo looks way younger. Recall that last December, we brought you photos of how he danced with so much energy at the Headies award. The Joromi crooner has shared the secret of his youthful looks with Saturday Beats. “It takes discipline to look... Read More

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February 3, 2015

Akon joins D’banj on new video, ‘Feeling the N__ga’ (WATCH)

by Chinwe Okafor Following his not-so-good turnout of his kick off event on Saturday, D’banj tries to salvage the moment with the release of his of his video he collaborated with Akon to make for his 10th year anniversary in the entertainment industry, The Video, Remix to the Hit single ‘Feeling the Nigga’ , was released by... Read More

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January 29, 2015

Rihanna rocks braids for I-D magazine

By Nneamaka Opara Oh My! Rihanna looks tres gorge rocking a dark look with braids. The singer is the new face of I-D magazine’s February issue. With her eighth studio album, R8, dropping any day, Rihanna returns to feature on the cover of the magazine- The Music Issue is out soon! Credit: Photography- PaoloRoversi, Fashion Director- @alastairmckimmstylist, Make-up- @yadim1, Hair- @yusefhairnyc, The Music... Read More

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January 29, 2015

Olamide goes all political, drops 2 new tracks for Buhari/Osinbajo campaign

by Anike Jacobs Rapper, Olamide has released campaign songs in support of General Buhari and Professor Osinbajo, running for President and Vice-President under the platform of the All Progressive Congress, APC. The indigenous language rapper has featured on a couple of theme songs for APC and its candidates already but has now recorded a song... Read More

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January 17, 2015

Album review: Yemi Alade’s ‘King of queens’ does not live up to the title

by Wilfred Okiche King of Queens is the title of the long in the works debut album from pop chanteuse Yemi Alade. After winning the inaugural edition of the Peak Talent Hunt reality show in 2009, Alade bubbled under the surface for a spell, releasing material that went largely ignored by the massive audience she... Read More

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