Shaydee’s new song will get you to ‘smile’ this morning (LISTEN)

In these harsh economic times, we all need something to lift our spirits and Shaydee’s brand new single- Smile should do just that. Produced by Jay Paul, the song is all about love, and that special someone who has the ability to make us smile no matter what the circumstances may be. On this track, he... Read More

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May 20, 2016

Niyola is fierce and feisty on new single ‘Never Gon Stop’ (LISTEN)

EME singer, Niyola has dropped a new single titled, Never Gon Stop. Produced by Ex O, the up-tempo song is an anthem: for dreamers to dream big, follow their hearts and pursue their passions irrespective of obstacles. Speaking about Never Gon Stop, Niyola says, ‘it expresses that music is a passion and I would rather... Read More

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May 20, 2016

Ladies (and some gentlemen), these new photos of Iyanya should give you reasons to smile this morning

It’s hard to just pass by these type of photos. Although we are used to Iyanya shirtless, still here we are we are, wowed as he can transforms from an underwear model to a dapper board room member. See the photos shot by Prince Meyson, with styling from Dunes Centre Abuja, released yesterday.

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May 19, 2016

Tiwa Savage and Wizkid… are cooking something special

When Young Pablo and Dorodiva collaborate, you can be rest assured that they’re cooking something special. The singers have hardly ever worked together except through their brand ambassadorial obligations with Pepsi. Nonetheless, they are finally working collaborating – for the video of what we believe is Wizkid ‘s Bad feature on the deluxe version of Tiwa Savage’s album- RED. The... Read More

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May 18, 2016

Is D’banj hinting at another endorsement deal after leaving Ciroc?

A week ago, D’banj revealed that he is no longer an ambassador for vodka brand, Ciroc. https://www.instagram.com/p/BE_ZjTWINvc/?taken-by=iambangalee Although he did not tell much of the reason for leaving the brand but he said he chose not to renew his contract with the brand. For D’banj who has been known to always represent the ‘big’ brands,... Read More

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May 14, 2016

That’s how a woman told Banky W that God has appointed him to be her husband

Banky W today shared a funny email a lady had sent to him. In the email, the lady stated that God had revealed to her in 3 visions that Banky W was her ‘chosen’ husband. She also made mention of her futile attempts in reaching the Yes or No singer. Banky in response to the mail... Read More

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June 30, 2015

The top 10 one-hit wonders in Nigerian music

As much as we appreciate the constant hit makers, there’s always a special place in our hearts for those who only dropped one hit. 10. Jazzman Olofin – Raise The Roof

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May 13, 2015

5 Nigerian songs Complex should know about

Yesterday, Complex put out a list of “5 Nigerian Rappers Jay-Z Should Know”, which didn’t go down too well with #NigerianTwitter because…well, there weren’t any rappers on the list. Culture Vultures @ComplexMag Are Now Telling The World Wizkid, Kiss Daniel, Seyi Shay And Davido Are Rappers, Thats Mis-Information — FAZILLION (@FAZILLION) May 12, 2015 @ComplexMag... Read More

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April 23, 2015

Toke Makinwa is tired of Nigerian musicians and their same-old lyrics

by Anike Jacobs Media personality, Toke Makinwa has opined that the only way to move the Nigerian music industry forward is for the musicians to start thinking outside the box. During a chat with YNaija at the Nigerian entertainment conference, the OAP and Vlogger said: “Nigerian musicians need to get creative, everyone is basically doing... Read More

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July 13, 2014

#TheYNaijaInterview: Being a woman in a male dominated space is tough – Seyi Shay

by Wilfred Okichie I have been trained to step into another pair of shoes, to step on stage and become larger than life. It comes naturally to me, I cannot imagine not being able to do it. Since her return from the UK where she spent a lot of time touring the world and... Read More

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November 8, 2013

Opinion: Whining like little kids – Shame on you, Don Jazzy and Wande Coal

by Oreoluwa Fakorede the final version of Baby Face is just as crappy as the studio demo: same nonsensical lyrics replete with forced, unintelligent rhymes; same cliched instrumental. I don’t do this often, so pay close attention. This is not about the quality of the song you’ve been squabbling over so irresponsibly, but just so we’re clear, the final... Read More

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September 25, 2013

“No one works harder than me in the music industry” – Jesse Jagz hits colleagues hard

by Oge Okonkwo Music producer, Jesse Jags in a recent interview with Hip hop World magazine was asked about his top three Nigerian artistes and his reply was food for thought for all his colleagues in the music industry. Here’s what he said: “My top 3 artistes in Nigeria are me, me, me. No one... Read More

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June 20, 2013

Artiste, eLDee releases video for song, ‘We Made It’ feat. Sojay (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Here is the new music video from eLDee for his latest release titled “We Made It”. The video is off his “Undeniable” record and features his label ensign, Sojay. On this track, the Trybe Records CEO chronicles his 15 years+ experience in the music industry. Watch the video here:

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June 15, 2013

Artiste, Burna Boy drops new single, ‘Celebrate’ [DOWNLOAD]

by Chi Ibe Burna Boy teams up with GospelONDeBeatz on his new single titled, ‘Celebrate’. [READ: #InCaseYouMissedIt: Burna Boy drops new music video, Run My Race (WATCH) ] Click here to listen:

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June 12, 2013

2face Idibia drops video for new music, Rainbow (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Here is the new music video from 2face Idibia titled, Rainbow. The video features 2face at his traditional and white wedding with Annie. [READ: SEE 2face, Sheyi Shay, Sound Sultan and more perform in Abuja (PHOTOS) ] Watch the video here:

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June 10, 2013

Timaya releases new music video for his single, Sexy Ladies (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Brand new dancehall music video from Timaya titled ‘Sexy ladies’. ‘Sexy ladies’ is off the highly-successful Upgrade album and it’s produced by Young-D. [READ: He’s back again: Timaya features D’banj in new track, Mind Over Matter [DOWNLOAD] ] Watch the video here:

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June 10, 2013

Body to die for: Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye turns up the heat in new promo shots (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu Psquare band mate, Peter Okoye gets serious in his new promo pictures, and gets topless too. The hot new photos were taken by ace photographer, Kelechi Amadi. [READ: “I met this woman when I had nothing…” – Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye defends Lola Omotayo ] – [Photos: H/T 360nobs]

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June 9, 2013

Oh dear! Tonto Dikeh features Solid Star on new track, Sheba [DOWNLOAD]

by Rachel Ogbu Singer/actress, Tonto Dikeh has released a new single featuring Solidstar and it’s titled ‘Sheba’. Produced by Popiti this is Dikeh’s fifth single however, critics are still taking jabs at , oh dear! But you be the judge. [READ: The good life: Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh parties into the night in London (PHOTOS) ] Click here to... Read More

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May 11, 2013

No doubt: Muma Gee is still one HOT mama (LOOK)

by Chi Ibe Check out popular singer, Faith Nwaumo popularly known as Muma Gee in newly released photos. – Photos: [H/T LIB]

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January 27, 2013

“Is it your father’s money?”: Jahborne gets over 300,000 Twitter followers in just a few hours

by Rachel Ogbu Born Obinna Arinze, music artiste Jahborne has a lot to celebrate. He just released a new single off his “Street King” mixtape. He calls this ‘99 Problems’ and perhaps to mark his new release, the artiste claims to have dished out $500 on “that site.” What site? Well in a few hours,... Read More

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January 18, 2013

Good girl gone bad? Niyola transforms in before and after photos (LOOK)

by Rachel Ogbu Niyola has a brand new promo photo – and it rocks! She is hardly recognisable from when she first appeared on the Nigerian music scene. The rising EME recording artiste exhibits star qualities and is far from the fresh-faced shy girl from a couple of years ago. Oh, and she was recently... Read More

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August 20, 2012

Another collabo: Wyclef Jean and Sound Sultan release new song on Spinlet

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Grammy Award winner, Haitian American hip-hop artiste, and UN Humanitarian spokesperson Wyclef Jean and Nigeria’s afro hip-hop star, Sound Sultan have, once again, collaborated on another massive hit called ‘People Bad’ which is exclusively available on Spinlet, Nigeria’s premier digital music distribution service. Speaking about the... Read More

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August 18, 2012

Triple Delight: New music from Sasha, Djinee, and Styl-Plus

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Sasha, Djinee, and Styl-Plus recently released new singles and videos which we bring to you here as a triple delight. Enjoy. Sasha – She’s on a bad girl P After falling in love with LOS’s ‘Bad guy P’, Sasha hit the studio to do a version of the song which she dedicates... Read More

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April 15, 2012

Saratu Abiola: Tiwa Savage’s ‘Without My Heart’ & female sexuality in Nigerian popular culture

by Saratu Abiola Nigerian sexually-explicit songs are more likely to use made-up words with sexual meanings, probably because of the audience’s unease with sexual topics. Among the first major female music acts in the current wave of Nigerian popular music, Tiwa Savage is in quite an awkward situation as a Nigerian woman, and it shows... Read More

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December 16, 2011

Something New! Dampte drops the video for ‘Go get her’

by Yemi Olowu Nigerian UK artist Dampte’s New music video for his smashing single ‘Go Get Her’. The Bugatti Entertainment signed artiste is one to watch out for in 2012. Dampte is bent on dishing out works that appeals to the Nigerians and the European public, where he his based. Watch the video

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November 28, 2011

Nigeria's Biggy Zion releases new single titled 'Ja-lo-be'

by Chi Ibe After dropping his first single; ‘Meet Me Outside’, Nigeria’s Biggy Zion is here with a new banger titled ‘Ja-lo-be’ . Click here to listen: ja lo be_2

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November 27, 2011

Something New: The Ryders launch freestyle single

by Seyi Lawal The new kids getting their music on in the Nigerian music sphere are the Ryders. Real names Nnodim Ezekiel and Akalazu Chukwuemeka, this Nigerian music pair comes from Owerri, Imo State. They went professional in 2009 and released their hit single ‘Mazamiganza’ which was well-received in the east and was among the... Read More

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