No padi for jungle: 7 lessons for artistes from the D’banj-Don Jazzy leaked emails

by Chi Ibe I have spent the past two days looking at those vicious leaked emails between D’banj and Don Jazzy. (See the leaked emails HERE) Both of them have had the chance to speak, but none has denied the authenticity of the emails – so that’s is not in doubt. But looking at those... Read More

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April 14, 2012

Ugodre Talks Figures: Kanye West, Akon… what do they all want?

It’s difficult not to imagine there is one grand strategy in all of this as Americans do not foray into territories that do not provide huge potential for making money. Just yesterday, news filtered in that Konvict Music, the label of RnB mogul Akon had partnered with EME to represent Wizkid internationally. EME as you may well know is a record... Read More

Akon, D'banj, EME, Kanye West, wizkid

March 23, 2012

“I returned home and started my own record label” – D’Banj tells his story to Okayafrica TV

by Lekan Olanrewaju “I’ve never seen myself as a rapper or a singer” Last month while in the US, D’Banj, along with (former?) label mates K-Switch, Dr Sid and Wande Coal sat down for an interview with OkayAfrica TV. The video begins with the usual “I’m... Read More

Banj, D, Dr Sid, K-Switch, Kanye West, Mo Hits, Wande Coal

March 20, 2012

Opinion: Between D’banj & Don Jazzy, and a tale of Kanye West’s many embarrassments

by Tolu Orekoya D’Banj Vs. Don Jazzy: ‘Ye’s history of wreaking career havoc continues While the Nigerian blogosphere is agog with talk of the supposed break-up of Mo’hits Records as Don Jazzy and D’banj squabble over dividing the baby that is the American breakthrough, we all seem to be forgetting the Solomon in... Read More

D'banj, Don Jazzy, K-Pop, Kanye West, Mohits, Music, nigeria

March 14, 2012

#ReviewingAMFW: Where are the fashion critics?

by Lekan Olanrewaju A popular bit of news making the rounds (at least in the fashion world) last week was that of Kanye West banning critics from his fashion show during Paris Fashion Week. The popular rapper and producer turned designer apparently felt he had been treated unfairly by press in the past and proceeded... Read More

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February 13, 2012

#Grammys2012: Adele, Kanye West, Taylor Swift, Foo Fighters among early winners

by Wilfred Okiche The 54th Grammy awards got underway with a pre-awards show telecast where most of the winners in the minor categories were announced. Rap star Kanye West took home 3 awards including best rap album for his ‘My beautiful dark twisted fantasy’ album. Rockers, The Foo Fighters also won 3 gongs including best... Read More

Adele, foo fighters, Grammys, Kanye West, Skrillex

February 12, 2012

#Grammys2012: “Which Nollywood star will turn up?” 10 reasons to watch this year’s show!

by Wilfred Okiche The 54th annual Grammy awards will be broadcast live, Sunday from the Staples centre at 8pm. Because we have already caught Grammy fever over here, we give you our list of what to expect come Sunday night. Adele can’t wait The British singer has had the most successful year of her career so... Read More

Adele, Chris Brown, Grammys, Kanye West, LL CoolJ

January 19, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: LL Cool J to host the Grammys

by Seyi Lawal Come 12, February, LL Cool J, US rapper will be hosting the Grammy Awards once hosted by Ellen DeGeneres and Queen Latifah in the past. Performers at the ceremony have already been announced, and will include Bruno Mars, Foo Fighters, Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga – who will open and close the... Read More

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December 6, 2011

Wande Coal is back with three hot new singles! Listen here

by ‘Ifreke Inyang In four words, Wande Coal is back! We are as excited as everyone else on Twitter was when the news broke out that the lyrically blessed MoHits will be dropping not one, but three songs today! And yes, we have them on YNaija! The tracks are ‘Go low’, ‘Been long you saw... 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

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 3, 2011

Ladies First! Kanye West debuts women’s line

by Yemi Olowu One would have thought if the uber stylish hip hop star, Kanye West was ever going to have a fashion line, he would start with menswear, but Mr West showed how much of a gentleman he is by debuting his first collection, DW, named after his late mom Donde West on Saturday,... Read More

DW, Kanye West, Paris Fashion Week

October 3, 2011

Ladies First! Kanye West debuts women's line

DW, Kanye West, Paris Fashion Week

September 20, 2011

He’s come of age – Wizkid is MTV EMA’s Best Africa/India/Middle East nominee

by Seyi Lawal Nigeria’s singing rave of the moment, Wizkid will battle Angolan, Cabo Snoop; South-African, Black Coffee and Congolese, Fally Ipupa for the 2011 MTV Europe Music Awards statuette in the Best Africa/India/Middle East category. Also vying for the award are Moroccan, Abdel Fattah Grini and the quintet from India, Scribe. Winner of this... Read More

Cabo Snoop, Fally Ipupa, Jay-z, Kanye West, Lady Gaga, wizkid

August 20, 2011

She’s thrilled – Katy Perry ties Michael Jackson’s record, claims fifth Billboard #1

by Wildfred Okiche Pop singer Katy Perry has become the first female performer to have five singles from the same album reach the peak number 1 position on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. She becomes the only woman and second artiste in Billboard’s 53-year history to achieve this feat. Michael Jackson remains the only... Read More

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August 11, 2011

Bring on the GOOD stuff: Jay-Z & Kanye’s Lift Off ft. Beyonce (Co-Produced By Don Jazzy)

by Taiwo Damilola From the time Don Jazzy signed on to the Kanye West GOOD Music imprint, many have wondered what it is he will bring to the table of such a great outfit. Already, he’s done some work on the much anticipated Jay Z and Kanye West collaborative album, ‘Watch The Throne’. ‘Lift Off’... Read More

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June 23, 2011

Koko Concert returns to London

by Wilfred Okiche After a successful Koko concert held in Lagos and London last year, the uber-successful Mo’hits crew is taking their spectacular show to the city of London come Monday 29 August. What do you think? D’banj, Don Jazzy, Wande Coal, D’Prince, and K-switch are all set to blow the London fans away! Tickets... Read More

D'banj, Don Jazzy, GOOD, Kanye West, koko concert, London

June 22, 2011

Video: D’banj and Don Jazzy Contract Signing To G.O.O.D. Music.

Remember we were the first to report news that D’banj and Don Jazzy were signed to Kanye West’s GOOD Music label. If the recent update on the GOOD Music wikipedia page isn’t proof enough, here’s a video of the signing of that deal. During the signing, GOOD Music signed acts Kid Kudi and Pusha T... Read More

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June 19, 2011

Just for the heck of it: Video of the MoHits-G.O.O.D. signing

by Wilfred Okiche So, in case there were still any doubters for the news that D’banj and Don Jazzy were signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. music label, the guys at Mo-hits, who held a press conference last week to give details to the media, they have provided a video of the signing. G.O.O.D. Music signed... Read More

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June 9, 2011

Mo’Hits Confirms! Kanye West signs D’Banj & Don Jazzy

by Taiwo Damilola Just when you think they’ve hit a peak, the Mo’Hits crew soar higher and break new grounds! A few months ago, hot on the heels of a Mo’Hits collaboration with Snoop Dogg, we brought you the story of US artist Kanye West’s tweet at Nigerian Don Jazzy and D’banj and all the buzz... Read More

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