Did Harvard really reject Jay-Z as a business role model? I sincerely hope not

by Dr. Boyce Watkins But in Jay-Z’s defense, I must say that any business school professor who doesn’t believe that students can learn from him is DEAD WRONG. Maria Lloyd recently wrote an article in which it was claimed that the rapper Jay-Z was rejected by a career counselor at Harvard University as an appropriate... Read More

Beyoncé, Black, Harvard Business School, Jay-z, Music

October 27, 2012

“I told myself I did well!” – Tonto Dikeh doesn’t give a damn what y’all think

by Rachel Ogbu To anyone doubting Tonto Dikeh’s singing talent, the girl can sing… she said so herself. In an exclusive interview with blogger and gossip columnist with Stella Dimok-Korkus (with whom she’s had run-ins in the past), Tonto spoke extensively about her music career and how she plans to build on from her first two... Read More

critics, Music, Tonto Dike

October 24, 2012

Y! Campus Rep Reports: Scoops, snippets and some backstage gist from The Headies 2012

by Pelumi Oyetimehin (additional reports by Chi Ibe) The 2012 Headies have come and gone but the good… and not-so-good memories continue to linger. We were there to catch all the happenings inside and outside the auditorium and was it full of scoops or what? Here, our Lagos campus correspondent brings you all the remarkable... Read More

Burna boy, D'banj, Davido, eko hotel, headies, mavin, Music, Next rated

October 24, 2012

Femi Kuti Exclusive: “Why I agreed to judge on Nigerian Idol” (plus his favourite Nigerian artiste!)

by Chi Ibe Femi Kuti was on hand recently to speak with Y! on his life, reason for agreeing to be a Nigerian Idol judge and other things you might not know about him. Read through to know what the saxophone wielding Afrobeat legend has to say. YNaija: Why did you agree to be... Read More

afrobeat, debola williams, Femi Kuti, Music, nigerian idol, wizkid

October 23, 2012

She’s still got it! Jennifer Lopez wows with her voice AND her clothes (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu She 43 but when it comes to energy levels, Jennifer Lopez gave energetic hair wooping Willow Smith a run for her money. Yesterday thousands of fans that attended the triumphant London 02 Arena show and the star pulled out all the stops during the dazzling show, including a number of spectacular costume... Read More

J Lo, Music, o2 arena, tour

October 21, 2012

SPOTTED: Timi Dakolo and his beautiful wife at the Headies

by Isi Esene The ‘Headies‘ has all along being a platform to rewarding musical revelations but the 2012 edition gave a little more – it gave us an opportunity to catch a (titillating) glimpse of the woman who has Timi Dakolo’s heart for keeps. Aren’t they lovely together? Good job Timi, we likey!

awards, headies, Music, Timi Dakolo

October 20, 2012

Hot Stuff: Gaise debuts two new singles – ‘Awa o tush oh’ and ‘Dobale’

by Isi Esene Following the release of his DJ Tee-directed music video for ‘Movie Song‘ back in March, award-winning Afrofusion singer and songwriter, Gaise, returns with two brand new singles titled ‘Awa O Tush Oh‘ and ‘Dobale‘. Produced by Olaitan Dada of Natialo Productions, ‘Awa O Tush Oh‘ is an enthralling Afrofusion which shows exactly... Read More

Afrofusion, Awa o tush o, Dobale, Gaise, Gboluwaga Akinade Ibuoye, Music

October 18, 2012

Just do it! 3 lessons you should learn from Tonto Dikeh’s music adventure

by Steve Harris NOW is the most important time because it is the only time we have any Power over. Have a sense of urgency over your destiny! Yesterday, the social media space was a buzz with Tonto Dike’s musical debut. While her style, lyrics and vocals were widely panned to unanimous negative reviews, I... Read More

book, life strategy, motivation, Music, Steve Harris, tonto dikeh

October 7, 2012

“Don’t marry a jobless man, or a sweet-talking demon” – Pastor Adeboye gives advice on marriage, music, and more

By Stanley Azuakola This one will stir some controversy; people will talk. One of Nigeria’s most revered Christian ministers, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, made some rather controversial statements in a faith-based programme which aired on Dove TV, according to reports. The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God spoke on the program, on the... Read More

Dove TV, Marriage, Music, Pastor Enoch Adeboye

September 30, 2012

J Martins again! Singer drops ‘Kpomo’ teaser as he celebrates birthday

by Isi Esene As if the reported acquisition of a Rolls Royce Phanton during his US travel is not enough, J Martins yesterday dropped the teaser from his forthcoming single, ‘Kpomo’, just before celebrating his birthday Saturday night. Listen to the ‘Kpomo’ teaser to know what to expect people; it promises to be a club... Read More

birthday, J.Martins, kpomo, Music, Rolls Royce Phantom, single, teaser

September 30, 2012

Up a notch: J Martins buys a Rolls Royce Phantom?

by Akan Ido J Martins, who hit the Nigerian music scene a few years ago with his own style of highlife tunes is doing big things if what we gather is anything to go by. The artiste who has done a couple of music collaboration with several international artistes recently flaunted his latest acquisition –... Read More

birthday, Highlife, J.Martins, Music, Rolls Royce Phantom

September 26, 2012

M.I Abaga gets arrested for being in possession of hard drugs? (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Yes, you’re used to seeing M.I Abaga drop mad rhymes and poetry literally saying a thousand words in one minute but here is a video of the rapper getting pranked into silence by make-believe NDLEA officials who arrested and handcuffed him for dealing in cocaine. Apparently, the illicit drugs was planted in... Read More

cocaine, Drugs, ice prince zamani, jos, M.I Abaga, Mr. Incredible, Music, NDLEA, rap

September 22, 2012

Interview: Ebisan is here to take over!

by Isi Esene Yes, she studied International Business Management in the university but music has always been her calling. Ebisan is a talented singer/songwriter, she’s got lots of soul, a flavour that shines in all her work. In 2006 Ebisan co-wrote and recorded a song called ‘What Women Want’, which was very well received by... Read More

Asa, Ebisan, Genevieve Nnaji, Joseph Benjamin, Jowo, Love Story, Music, nigeria, soundtrack, Suru, Tango With Me, uk

September 19, 2012

2face hits the podium: “Talent is never overrated” and 6 more lessons from his career

by DJ Swaggz It’s 2Face’s birthday today and the messages and accolades have been pouring in… Radio, TV, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr etc. I even heard a couple of peeps are organising ’2Baba @ 37′ bash parties across the country (*na hear I hear am*). To say this enigma is a legend would be an understatement.... Read More

2face, birthday, idibia, Music, talent

September 5, 2012

Nigerian Idol winner, Yeka Onka, releases new single, ‘Ewa ba mi jo’.

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Nigerian Idol winner, Yeka Onka, is back with the release of a her new single ‘Ewa ba mi jo’. The song gives you a feeling of dancing in different parts of the world. From Kenya to Jamaica and to the pubs in London, she delivers party pleasers and sure club bangers. Produced... Read More

Ewa ba mi jo, Music, Nigeian Idol, Yeka Onka

September 2, 2012

From the Magazine: What were you thinking – Kelly Handsome

WHAT’S UP with Kelly? Kelly is just chilling, mehn. I’m recording new songs, producing every day. I’m just working mehn. When did you start music? I started singing since 1993. I was a choir boy. From Holiness Pentecostal to Overcomers days, Living Waters ministries, etc. I sang with men who have now become bishops like... Read More

Don Jazzy, kELLY Handsome, Kennis Music, Music

September 2, 2012

Huffington Post: Africa express – African music going places

by M.anifest My last experience with Africa express turned out to be a grand conspiracy to have a freakish amount of fun. It was an intoxicating five-hour experience on a Spanish beach with 50,000 people and fifty plus brilliant musicians, losing our minds to raw hypnotic grooves. There were many moments of utter delightful chaos,... Read More

afriica, azonto, D'banj, Manifest, Music

August 26, 2012

Storm in a tea-cup: Storm 360 ‘faces forward’ without Olisa Adibua?

by Akan Ido The business partnership between the duo of Obi Asika and Olisa Adibua appear to have run cold with the sudden announcement of the disengagement of Adibua from the board of the entertainment company, Storm 360 Limited. In a terse statement released on Saturday by the entertainment company, Asika disclosed the disengagement saying:... Read More

director, Fraud, Music, obi asika, Olisa Adibua, record label, Storm 360

August 21, 2012

New release: Kukere remix – Iyanya featuring D’banj

by Doyin Jaiyesimi The song needs no introductions; Kukere is (un)arguably one of the biggest tracks of 2012. Still relishing in the success of this hit single, Iyanya has released a remix featuring the Koko Master, D’banj. Is the remix better than the original song? You decide. Listen here.

D'banj, Iyanya, Kukere, Music

August 16, 2012

Hot Stuff: Alingo – Psquare – Yay or Nay?

by Doyin Jaiyesimi P Square is back again! This time they move away from their usual afro-pop style and give us an upbeat dance-hall tune. Will this be another hit track? You decide. Enjoy the song here

alingo, Music, okoye, paul, peter, PSquare

August 2, 2012

WATCH: MI and Naeto C head into the studio for Hennessy Artistry

by Adeniyi Abdul The second episode of Hennessy Artistry TV 2012 sees the two headliners MI and Naeto C in the studio listening to different beats and goofing off in the studio. Check it out below.

Hennessy Artistry, Mi, Music, Naeto C

July 30, 2012

LISTEN: “Naija Don Win” by Big Smile – Official song for Team Nigeria at London 2012 Olympics

by Adeniyi Abdul Six months ago the Nigeria Olympics Committee called for song submissions for entry into the Olympics Theme Song Contest. Several songs were received from various musicians and after various stages of scrutiny, 3 songs were short listed for radio vote. ‘Naija Don Win’ by BIG SMILe emerged the winner on the 26th... Read More

big smile, Music, naija don win, nigeria, olympics

July 24, 2012

Hype Belied: The truth about Davido’s debut album

by Ore Fakorede “Hype is the awkward and desperate attempt to convince journalists that what you’ve made is worth the misery of having to review it.” – Federico Fellini Davido had all the time in the world to hype his debut, but I have just this brief opportunity to tell the ugly truth about it.... Read More

Davido, Music, omo baba olowo

July 20, 2012

WATCH: Saeon shows off her rap skills on Factory78

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Saeon got her big break with the release of the Ara remix which went viral after Brymo, the original owner of the song, dropped it on Cool FM. Since then, she has thrilled music fans with hits like ‘Lie’, her first official single featuring Flowssick. Saeon is currently on tour in the... Read More

Factory78, Music, nigeria, Saeon

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!

Baddest Boy, Banky W, EME, Music, music videos, Skales, wizkid

July 16, 2012

Jazzy? Forget: Why D’banj’s ‘Oyato’ hits all the right notes

by Ore Fakorede It’s been a while since I gave an individual track the same treatment I usually reserve for albums and mixtapes. Coincidentally, the last single I ran an all-out musical litmus test on is D’banj’s ‘Mr Endowed Remix’, that much-hyped collaboration with Snoop Dogg which was one of the finest moments of the... Read More

D'banj, Don Jazzy, mavin, Music, nigeria

July 15, 2012

Deadly Double Ds: Katy Perry’s bra deemed a health hazard

by Adeniyi Abdul Katy Perry may get a lot of attention for her set of breasts and clearly she doesn’t mind, judging by her shooting whip cream and fireworks out of them in two videos, but one person who’s a bit more cautious when it comes to her chest region is her insurance company. The... Read More

Katy Perry, Music

July 15, 2012

“Perfect soundtrack for an epic Yoruba movie” – Check out the top 10 tweets about D’Banj’s “Oyato”

by Adeniyi Abdul D’Banj has returned with a new single “Oyato” and as with any new release by a major artist it’s been trailed by wildly varying opinionss; perhaps louder in this case due to the fact the kokomaster seems to be in the position of the one people love to hate right now. Check... Read More

D Banj, J-Sleek, Music, Oyato, twitter.

July 15, 2012

LISTEN: D’Banj drops new single “Oyato”

Produced by J-Sleek, the number sees D’Banj go back to his harmonica and sing about his stature as an artist now. Check on it. [audio:http://static.ynaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dbanj-oyato.mp3|titles=dbanj-oyato]

D Banj, J-Sleek, Music, Oyato

Did Harvard really reject Jay-Z as a business role model? I sincerely hope not

“I told myself I did well!” – Tonto Dikeh doesn’t give a damn what y’all think

Y! Campus Rep Reports: Scoops, snippets and some backstage gist from The Headies 2012

Femi Kuti Exclusive: “Why I agreed to judge on Nigerian Idol” (plus his favourite Nigerian artiste!)

She’s still got it! Jennifer Lopez wows with her voice AND her clothes (PHOTOS)

SPOTTED: Timi Dakolo and his beautiful wife at the Headies

Hot Stuff: Gaise debuts two new singles – ‘Awa o tush oh’ and ‘Dobale’

Just do it! 3 lessons you should learn from Tonto Dikeh’s music adventure

“I want them to play Tonto Dikeh’s single at my funeral” – See Top 10 tweets on Tonto Dikeh’s music career

“Don’t marry a jobless man, or a sweet-talking demon” – Pastor Adeboye gives advice on marriage, music, and more

J Martins again! Singer drops ‘Kpomo’ teaser as he celebrates birthday

Up a notch: J Martins buys a Rolls Royce Phantom?

M.I Abaga gets arrested for being in possession of hard drugs? (WATCH)

Interview: Ebisan is here to take over!

2face hits the podium: “Talent is never overrated” and 6 more lessons from his career

Nigerian Idol winner, Yeka Onka, releases new single, ‘Ewa ba mi jo’.

From the Magazine: What were you thinking – Kelly Handsome

Huffington Post: Africa express – African music going places

Storm in a tea-cup: Storm 360 ‘faces forward’ without Olisa Adibua?

New release: Kukere remix – Iyanya featuring D’banj

Hot Stuff: Alingo – Psquare – Yay or Nay?

WATCH: MI and Naeto C head into the studio for Hennessy Artistry

LISTEN: “Naija Don Win” by Big Smile – Official song for Team Nigeria at London 2012 Olympics

Hype Belied: The truth about Davido’s debut album

WATCH: Saeon shows off her rap skills on Factory78

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

Jazzy? Forget: Why D’banj’s ‘Oyato’ hits all the right notes

Deadly Double Ds: Katy Perry’s bra deemed a health hazard

“Perfect soundtrack for an epic Yoruba movie” – Check out the top 10 tweets about D’Banj’s “Oyato”

LISTEN: D’Banj drops new single “Oyato”

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