Empire State of Mind: Banky W, Wizkid, Skales and Shaydee on set of new video (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Banky W, Wizkid, Skales, and Shaydee were on set recently to shoot the video of the hit single ‘Sun Mo Mi’, off the first EME album – EME ‘Empire State of Mind’. The video which was directed by ace music director Clarence Peters also has Lynxxx and Mo’Cheddah making cameo appearances. Check... Read More

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August 18, 2012

Promoter apologises to Banky W and EME over false allegations

by Isi Esene The allegations against Banky W and the EME crew over the cancellation of the EME concerts in Canada and California have been proven to be wrong. Promoters of the EME North American tour, Royal Entertainment, have issued a statement on their company Facebook page last night apologizing publicly to Banky W and... Read More

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August 8, 2012

WATCH: #Dream4Naija video featuring Banky W, 2face, others

by Isi Esene The #Dream4Nija youth media project has released the first in its series of breakaways and short videos that is set to be released leading up to the launch of the documentary in September. The documentary video features established artistes like Banky W, 2face Idibia, Wizkid, el-Dee, Cobhams Asuquo, Niyola, and Toyosi Akerele... Read More

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August 7, 2012

WATCH: Banky W releases inspirational video from Olympic torch-bearing experience

Isi Esene Nigeria’s RnB star and EME label boss, Banky W has released a video highlighting his experience at the London Olympics torch-bearing relay on July 1, 2012. Banky W joined notable faces like Kanu Nwankwo, Sasha, Funke Akindele, Yaw, and others to represent Nigeria as they lifted the Olympic Torch as part of the... Read More

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August 1, 2012

WATCH: EME premieres Get Down Tonight video featuring Banky W, Skales and Wizkid

by Adeniyi Abdul The latest edition of EME Wednesdays brings with it the release of the video for ‘Get Down Tonight’ featuring Banky W, Skales, and Wizkid. The video was directed by Moe Musa and shot in London. Check it out!

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July 20, 2012

WATCH: MI and Naeto C in Episode 1 of Hennessy Artistry 2012 TV

by Adeniyi Abdul This year’s edition of the Hennesy Artistry music platform is set to feature none other than ace rappers M.I and Naeto C. As with every edition, this year’s will kick off with the release of the song by the collaborators followed by a club tour and if last year’s song and video... Read More

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July 20, 2012

It’s on! EME promises to release album videos every week in August

by Isi Esene Three weeks after kicking off the first-ever EME US tour, the label has announced the release of the first video off the Empire Mates State of Mind Album. The video, which premiered on Wednesday July 18, 2012, is for the hit song “Baddest Boy” featuring WizKid, Skales & Banky W. The video... Read More

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July 18, 2012

WATCH: EME premieres ‘Baddest Boy’ music video featuring Banky W, Skales and Wizkid

The first of a series of music videos to be released from the stable of EME Music in what is titled EME Wednesdays has turned up and it’s for none other than the video of the first single Baddest Boy off the newly released compilation Empire Mates State of Mind. Check it out!

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July 17, 2012

The Biggest Prize: Here are the Nominees for The Future Awards 2012 – Young Person of the Year!

by Doyin Jaiyesinmi The Central Working Committee (CWC) for The Future Awards, which the World Bank has called “The Nobel Prize for Young Africans”, has again decided to unveil the long list for the biggest award, Young Person of the Year before the full list. As is the tradition, the nominees for Young Person of... Read More

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July 10, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Banky W, Skales, Wizkid begin US tour

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Just weeks after releasing the highly-anticipated EME all star album, the EME crew have embarked on their debut tour in the US. The multi-city tour kicked off on July 4, 2012 with a remarkable performance in Houston, followed by another performance in Dallas. Before the end tour, they will cover nine states... Read More

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July 9, 2012

Presenting the Cover! Banky W takes the stage on the new Y! Magazine

by Hauwa Gambo In our excitement, we missed this earlier, but even if we say so ourselves – we totally love! Now, what do YOU think?

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July 9, 2012

Banky W covers the new Y! Speaks about fighting cancer and fighting for Nigeria …. plus Linda Ikeji and more!

by Chi Ibe Singer and entrepreneur Banky W covers the hot new edition of Y! Magazine – the ‘Power to the People’ issue that profiles the energy, passions, and activism of young Nigerians over the past few months. “Across the world, the balance of power has turned over,” said Chude Jideonwo, Y! Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief. “Beyond... Read More

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May 31, 2012

From the Magazine: Proust Questionnaire – Banky W is ahead of his time

Musician, producer, activist and, entrepreneur, Banky W is still searching for the great love of his life What do you most dislike about your appearance? My big head, though I’ve grown to love and accept it. I tell myself it just means I have a lot more brainpower. (Laughter). What is your idea of... Read More

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May 25, 2012

From the Magazine: The matter of Wizkid

In case you missed it, an entertainment newspaper broke the news that the rave-of-the-moment 21-year-old EME artiste fondly called ‘Wizzy’ is now a father. A fan weighs in. This question must be answered in the affirmative: “Is Wizkid one of Nigeria’s firm favorites?” by Isioma Osaje What comes to your mind when someone mentions the... Read More

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April 6, 2012

Who’s badder? Banky? Skales? Wizkid?- Listen to the new EME single ‘Baddest Boy’

by Lekan Olanrewaju A couple of days ago, two new songs (or what seemed like such), ‘Sisi Nene’ and ‘Baddest Boy’, both by Wizkid, found their way onto the internet. Well, it turns out one of the songs which everyone thought was a new single by Wizkid was actually an incomplete version of an EME all-stars track. ‘Baddest... Read More

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March 20, 2012

Banky W, Wizkid & more – MTV’s video for ‘Shuga’ premieres

by Seyi Lawal MTV Base and the MTV Staying Alive Foundation has released the long-awaited music video of ‘Shuga,’ the hit track by Banky W featuring WizKid, Bon’eye and L Tido. The video for the upbeat single was unveiled at a VIP screening of ‘Shuga: Love, Sex, Money’ in Lagos’ Silverbird Galleria on Friday evening, 16 March. The music... Read More

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February 15, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: ‘Some writers are not worth the space!’ – Banky W gets angry

by Tunde Aye So it started like this: an online publication published a story portraying R&B star, Banky W in a negative light. The website accused Mr Capable of making irrational demands at an event held in November 2011 even as he demanded star billing, insisting on performing before veteran, Bongos Ikwue. Read the story... Read More

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January 25, 2012

Wizkid, Banky W debut in MTV drama series, ‘Shuga’

by Wilfred Okiche Mr Capable Banky W and his muse, Wizkid will be appearing in the new MTV series, Shuga: Love, Sex, Money. They will both be performing musical numbers while playing themselves. Shuga is an advocacy project, conceived with the aim of spreading the message of responsible sexual behavior and tolerance among Africa’s youth. It is... Read More

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January 23, 2012

Hot Stuff:Iceberg Slim and Banky W play with ‘Too much money’

by Wilfred Okiche Fast rising rapper Iceberg Slim has dropped the video for his hit single, ‘Too much money’ featuring Banky W. The rapper just returned to the country from his base in the United States to pursue his music career and the urban influences are reflected in the video. There’s champagne popping, booty shaking,... Read More

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January 7, 2012

“Shall we occupy?” Rubbin’ Minds is HOT this Sunday – 2face Idibia, Banky W, Seun Kuti, Sasha, Gbenga Sesan & More… Funmi Iyanda is guest presenter

by ‘Ifreke Inyang This Sunday on a special edition of Rubbin’ Minds, the leading national TV show for young Nigerians to discuss issues of national interest, has announced its special #OccupyNigeria edition this weekend in a nod to the #FuelSubsidyRemoval protests that have swept across the nation. Rubbin’ Minds shows on Channels Television every Sunday... Read More

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December 29, 2011

Banky W features in Waconzy’s new single titled ‘Jangolova’

by Seyi Lawal Port Harcourt’s rising artist, Waconzy teams up with RnB crooner, Banky W on this one titled ‘Jangolova’. It’s a soft and sweet mellow tune, so light the scented candles and listen up. Click here to play: Waconzy-Jangolova-ft.-Banky-W

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December 18, 2011

From The Bloggers: New music from Banky W while Mo’Cheddah does damage control

by Wilfred Okiche A provocative billboard showing (gasp) the Virgin Mary holding a positive pregnancy test result was recently unveiled by a church in Auckland, New Zealand. The church, called the billboard “Mary in the pink’’ and claimed it was meant to spark thought and conversation. Linda Ikeji was quick to jump on this particular tidbit, but... Read More

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December 14, 2011

Oh yes, Y! Recommends!: ‘Low Key’ & ‘Setting P’ by Banky W

by ‘Ifreke Inyang So, what? Just because it’s Banky W – it had to be hot? Snort. So we took our time to listen and find out if Mr. Capable brought it home again? And.. Oh yes he did! Banky W has given us a taste of what to expect from his forthcoming album titled ‘R &... Read More

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December 10, 2011

Y! Recommends: Wizkid drops the video for ‘Pakurumo’

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Finally, the much anticipated video to Wizkid’s party song, Paukurumo, is here. After the Superstar’s album dropped earlier this year, the Yoruba flavoured track became a firm favourite amongst revellers and fun lovers, Wizkid took advantage of the song’s popularity and released a video that everyone can’t stop talking about. The story line of the... Read More

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November 30, 2011

Scene! Pictures from the RISE Conference

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Last Saturday, the final RISE Conference took place at the Teslim Balogun Stadium. The 2011 sessions opened in Calabar on 16 July, and has taken place in nine other cities across the federation. It was an event that both inspired and motivated as the list of young mentors who spoke at the conference... Read More

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November 11, 2011

D’banj’s a no-show, but Darey, Naeto C and Banky W shine at the Channel O Awards! Full winners list inside

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Nigeria’s hottest pop act, Dbanj was nowhere to be found at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards, perhaps confirming reports that he had turned back from the airport after discovering he was booked in Economy, but still Nigeria had a fine day out at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. The... Read More

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November 3, 2011

Made in Nigeria: Audu Maikori, Banky W and others to headline 2011 Rise National Youth Forum

by Seyi Lawal Impact making young Nigerians will headline 2011 Rise National Youth Forum schedule for Saturday 26 November, 2011 at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere by noon. Tagged the ‘Grand Daddy of Youth gatherings in Nigeria’, billed to speak at the forum are outstanding young Nigerians including Audu Maikori, CEO Chocolate City Entertainment;... Read More

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October 26, 2011

Curtain call! 2011 Hennessy Artistry closes as headliners visit Rehab

Seyi Lawal 2011 Hennessy Artistry is making a home run as the final phase of the Hennessy Artistry VIP night held at different night clubs in different cities shuts down with a final gig this weekend. The last of the 2011 VIP club visit will be to Rehab Night Club in Lagos. “As the team... Read More

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October 22, 2011

Review: Bracket’s Cupid Stories

by willfred Okiche ‘Cupid Stories’ is the new fourteen track studio album by duo Vast and Smash, better known as Bracket. As the name suggests, it is made up mostly of songs about love. Sure there is the ode to the man above on “My God” and the mandatory how-we-arrived-at-this-point song (‘’Time’’) that our recording... Read More

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