Which Nigerian Artist Is Likely To Go Home With A Grammy Award This Weekend?

Which Nigerian Artists Are Likely To Go Home With A Grammy Award This Weekend?

Some of our favourite Nigerian artists were nominated in the 2025 Grammy Award show, giving their fans a glimmer of hope that they may return home with a Grammy to their name. The Grammy show will take place at Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, on February 2, this weekend, with stars like Asake, Burna Boy, Davido,... Read More

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July 2, 2021

#Burna30: Here are the top career milestones of Afrobeats superstar, Burna Boy

Few weeks after getting his hands on the prestigious gramophone plaque and just days after scoring a hat-trick of BET awards, Burna Boy‘s 30th birthday couldn’t have come at a better time. For a musician, life hardly gets better than bagging awards, raking in endorsements and seeing your music played on the grandest stages. And... Read More

Blogs, The Music Blog

BET Awards, Burna boy, Grammy Awards

March 3, 2021

Fayemi: ‘We need more prayers to tackle insecurity’, Burna Boy enlisted to perform at the Grammys | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Fayemi: ‘We need more prayers to tackle insecurity’ Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti has stated that Nigeria needs “more prayers” to tackle the prevalent insecurity – The Cable reports The governor who is also the chairman of the... Read More

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November 11, 2020

What to expect from 14th edition of The Headies Awards

It is that season of the year for pomp and circumstance of the music industry, and popular awards platform often dubbed ‘Nigerian Grammy,’ The Headies, is returning for its 14th edition. The longevity of The Headies as well as relative acceptability has made many critics and analysts alike rank it the most reputable in the... Read More

Next Rated, The Music Blog

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November 6, 2020

The long walk to freedom of Grammy-grovelling African music industry

When the Recording Academy announced the renaming of the Grammy ‘Best World Music‘ album category to ‘Best Global Music‘ album, to avoid “connotations of colonialism“, it was a clear indication that the award platform was still struggling to embrace music from regions that were colonised in the 19th and 20th century; particularly Africa. If any region deserves... Read More

Next Rated, The Music Blog

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November 28, 2017

The Late 5: Bindow does not plan to leave APC, Full list of Grammy awards nominees, and other top stories

These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. Senator representing Abia South, Enyinnaya Abaribe on Tuesday said the 2018 budget was “dead on arrival”. The Senate has decided to reconsider nominee for the position of resident electoral commissioner, representing Zamfara state on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Ahmed Mahmud. Adamawa State governor, Jubrilla Bindow has said he has no plan... Read More

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November 28, 2017

Jay Z gets 8 nominations | See full list of nominees for the 60th Annual Grammy Awards

The Grammys has revealed its full list of nominees for the 2018 annual Grammy Awards. JAY Z leads the pack with eight nominations this year, including nods for album of the year, record of the year, song of the year and best rap album. Kendrick Lamar follows with seven nods, while Bruno Mars is the third most-nominated artist... Read More

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May 10, 2017

New York to host 2018 Grammy Awards

by Omoleye Omoruyi One of the world’s most popular music night, has moved its annual venue from Los Angeles to New York, organisers of the annual Grammy awards have announced. The 60th edition of the Grammy awards will take place on January 28 at Manhattan’s Madison square, where it was held in 2003. New York... Read More

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February 13, 2017

The fashion hits and misses from the 59th Grammys

by Roqeebah O. Let’s just put this out there: We miss Joan Rivers. More now than ever. But the only way to …

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February 13, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: All the winners, performances and fashion at the 2017 Grammys, Tiwa Savage gets featured on CNN African Voices | More stories

Here are all the biggest entertainment stories from the weekend and all the ones that unraveled while you slept – and will buzz throughout today. Grammys 2017: Beyonce, Adele’s tribute to George Michael, winners and some fashion The 59th Grammy Awards held while you slept so we have a quick roundup (within the roundup) of... Read More

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February 13, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: Here’s the full list of winners at the 2017 Grammy Awards | I don’t know Buhari’s exact state of health, says Adesina | More stories

From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. How soldiers killed 5, injured 20 of our members – IPOB – YNaija 2017 budget: N’Assembly, Adeosun, Udoma, 57 others to meet on Monday – YNaija Niger police command recover 48 weapons, arrest 194 suspects – YNaija Magu to defend EFCC’s N17.2bn allocation on Tuesday – YNaija... Read More

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February 13, 2017

Here’s the full list of winners at the 2017 Grammy Awards

The 59th annual Grammy Awards held on Sunday at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles. This year marks Beyonce’s 21st win as Adele was one of the biggest winners of the night. See full list of winners below; Record Of The Year: WINNER: “Hello” — Adele “Formation” — Beyoncé “7 Years” — Lukas Graham “Work”... Read More

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December 6, 2016

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. Wizkid gets first Grammy nomination Nigerian artiste Wizkid has been nominated for the Grammy awards for the first time. The musician bagged his nomination in the Album of the Year category in the 59th edition of the award for featuring in Drake’s Album Views, one of... Read More

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February 16, 2016

This is why Rihanna cancelled her Grammy Awards performance

Rihanna was scheduled to perform ‘Kiss It Better’ off her Anti album during Monday night’s Grammy Awards, but she was forced to cancel her performance. TMZ reports that Rihanna had rehearsed and prepared for the show, but subsequently canceled her performance due to health reasons. The singer is reported to be battling with bronchitis and... Read More

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February 16, 2016

35 pre-show winners at the 58th Grammy Awards [Full List]

As is the tradition of the annual Grammy Awards, some categories’ winners are awarded with their plaques before the show commences. While this categories aren’t any less important, the Grammys has repeatedly stated that not all awards can be given out during the 3-hour long show. Hence, 35 award categories were yet again, at the... Read More

Angelique Kidjo, Grammy Awards, pre-show winners, Taylor Swift

February 16, 2016

The world’s biggest music stars turn the #Grammys 2016 red carpet into fashion heaven (PHOTOS)

When it comes to the fashion and arrivals of celebrities to the Grammy Awards, expect the unexpected. Whether it’s Lady Gaga in an egg, Nicki Minaj coming through with a Pope, the Grammys red carpet is where it’s at when it comes to seeing major stars, mega glamour and the most eccentric of ensembles all at... Read More

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July 22, 2015

Azealia Banks and Nicki Minaj blast MTV VMAs

Azealia Banks believes “all” of her videos deserve VMAs. The ‘212’ hitmaker has hit back at the MTV Video Music Awards after nominations were announced yesterday (21.07.15), claiming she hasn’t been shortlisted in any of the categories because of her race, adding she is not expecting to win a Grammy Award for her debut album... Read More

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February 9, 2015

See the complete winners list at the 2015 Grammy Awards

by Anike Jacobs From Pearl Jam’s Jeff Ament (and Eddie Vedder, using his pseudonym “Jerome Turner”) scoring Best Recording Package to Beyoncé taking home Best Surround Sound Album, here is the full rundown of all the winners at the 57th annual Grammy Awards. Best New Artist Sam Smith Best Pop Duo/Group Performance A Great Big... Read More

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February 2, 2014

The 54th Grammy Awards show even they cannot get it right

by Wilfred Okiche At the beginning of every year, the American music industry gathers to honour in a special way, the year that was. Stars are born, careers are revived, legends are crowned and a few duds are rewarded. Welcome to the Grammys. But of recent, the annual televised show has been less about rewarding... Read More

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January 27, 2014

Did you know? Don Jazzy reveals the ‘Bible meaning of Jay Z’s real name’ (READ)

by Akan Ido Yeah, MAVIN boss, Don Jazzy likes to have fun on social media and this is just one of his witty jokes. The prolific producer did a repost of this joke about what the Bible supposedly said about Jay Z’s name, Shawn Carter spelt backwards. Well, at-least we were laughing all through... Read More

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January 27, 2014

Afrobeat legend, Femi Kuti reacts to fourth Grammy Awards loss

by Akan Ido Femi Kuti, son of the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Kuti failed to win in the Best World Music category at this year’s Grammy Awards losing to French group Gipsy Kings and South African male choral group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo in a tie.. The talented musician who chose not to be present at the... Read More

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December 16, 2013

Opinion: Why Nigeria is still the best country around

by Udofia Joseph People boast of the beauty of Paris, but I say Paris beauty cannot be compared to the streets of Abuja. They boast of the Himalayas, but that is because they have not been to great mountains in Jos. They boast of industrious Venice, but only because they have not been to Alaba... Read More

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December 9, 2013

Lady Gaga flaunts a new look with white dreadlocks and a powered pale face (PHOTOS)

Lady Gaga left her hotel sporting a new striking look with ice white dreadlocks and a pale white face, in London on Monday. The star, who is known for her swift style switches, looked unusual as she walked along the cobbled street in 10 inch heels. With her face powered pale white, the 27-year-old singer’s... Read More

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December 1, 2011

Kanye West, Adele, Bruno Mars, Foo Fighters lead 2012 Grammy nominations; Femi Kuti scores third nomination

by Wilfred Okiche Controversial rapper Kanye West has led the list of nominees for the 2012 Grammy Awards. He picked up seven nominations including Song of the Year for his ‘All of the Lights’ single. British soulstress Adele, rock band Foo Fighters and pop singer Bruno Mars followed closely with six nods apiece . Adele and... Read More

Adele, Femi Kuti, Grammy Awards, Kanye West, nominations

September 30, 2011

Checkout time – T.I regains freedom

Grammy Award-winning rapper T.I. completed an 11-month sentencing yesterday Thursday 29 September 2011 at the Federal Halfway house in Atlanta. T.I, was locked up for possession of weapons and drug charges. According to reports, the rapper was sentenced in October 2010 and was doing time at an Arkansas penitentiary before being transferred to the Halfway... Read More

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Which Nigerian Artists Are Likely To Go Home With A Grammy Award This Weekend?

#Burna30: Here are the top career milestones of Afrobeats superstar, Burna Boy

Fayemi: ‘We need more prayers to tackle insecurity’, Burna Boy enlisted to perform at the Grammys | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

What to expect from 14th edition of The Headies Awards

The long walk to freedom of Grammy-grovelling African music industry

The Late 5: Bindow does not plan to leave APC, Full list of Grammy awards nominees, and other top stories

Jay Z gets 8 nominations | See full list of nominees for the 60th Annual Grammy Awards

New York to host 2018 Grammy Awards

The fashion hits and misses from the 59th Grammys

Entertainment Roundup: All the winners, performances and fashion at the 2017 Grammys, Tiwa Savage gets featured on CNN African Voices | More stories

The YNaija Tracklist: Here’s the full list of winners at the 2017 Grammy Awards | I don’t know Buhari’s exact state of health, says Adesina | More stories

Here’s the full list of winners at the 2017 Grammy Awards

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

This is why Rihanna cancelled her Grammy Awards performance

35 pre-show winners at the 58th Grammy Awards [Full List]

The world’s biggest music stars turn the #Grammys 2016 red carpet into fashion heaven (PHOTOS)

Azealia Banks and Nicki Minaj blast MTV VMAs

See the complete winners list at the 2015 Grammy Awards

The 54th Grammy Awards show even they cannot get it right

Did you know? Don Jazzy reveals the ‘Bible meaning of Jay Z’s real name’ (READ)

Afrobeat legend, Femi Kuti reacts to fourth Grammy Awards loss

Opinion: Why Nigeria is still the best country around

Lady Gaga flaunts a new look with white dreadlocks and a powered pale face (PHOTOS)

Kanye West, Adele, Bruno Mars, Foo Fighters lead 2012 Grammy nominations; Femi Kuti scores third nomination

Checkout time – T.I regains freedom

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