Opinion: 8 ways rise from an unknown artiste to a Nigerian superstar

by Olukorede Oyewoga The media loves good stories that are complete (good press release, good artwork, good photos) to be sent to the APPROPRIATE channel… So you are an aspiring/upcoming artiste hoping to reach the top of your game in the Music industry and also rub shoulders with the likes of 2face, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage,... Read More

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May 12, 2013

D’banj and Olamide rock the OTC Finale Concert in Houston (WATCH)

by Isi Esene D’banj and Olamide set Houston, Texas on fire as they performed at the AYVA Center on Friday, May 9. Watch the video clip below.

AYVA Center, D'banj, Houston, Olamide, Texas

May 12, 2013

No deal: “I ain’t signed to DB Records” – Olamide denies D’banj signing

by Isi Esene If tweets coming from artiste, Olamide on Twitter is anything to go by, then the rumour going the rounds about him being signed on to D’banj’s DB Record label may be false. Olamide posted statements online effectively denying any such thing. When congratulated by one of his fans on the supposed signing... Read More

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May 11, 2013

Again, Etisalat doles out cars to Nigerian students as Cliqfest storms UNILORIN, EKSU

by Isi Esene Two undergraduates, Sola Oladimeji and Awolope Roland of University of Ilorin and Ekiti State University (EKSU) respectively have won brand new Kia Picanto cars during Etisalat Nigeria’s visit to their campuses for its youth empowerment and entertainment programme known as Cliqfest. The presentation of the cars to the students sparked wild excitement... Read More

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May 7, 2013

SPOTTED: D’banj & Olamide seen together (again) in Atlanta

by Isi Esene The duo of D’banj and Olamide were once again spotted together in Atlanta, US, as rumour abound that both of them have something in the works waiting to be unveiled. Reports say they are currently in Houston, Texas for the May 9 ‘The Wipe Out’ concert featuring Ikechukwu, Naeto C, Sinzu and others.

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May 3, 2013

“Struggling for another hit”: Why D’banj has recorded a collabo with Olamide

by James Silas D’Banj is also cutting in on Olamide’s recent buzz and they have a song that will be released any time soon. I reckon this is a strategy of some sort to either sustain relevance or a random attempt to cop another hit outside Don Jazzy’s works. Two years ago, it would have... Read More

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May 1, 2013

Samklef features Baba Suwe in ‘Suwe remix’ video (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Music producer, Samklef recently shot the video of the remix of his single, Suwe. The video which featured artiste, Olamide also sees Yoruba comedian, Baba Suwe making a cameo appearance. See more photos below:

Baba Suwe, Olamide, Samklef, Yvonne

April 25, 2013

Giving us more: Ice Prince is out with two singles; “Gimme Dat”, VIP” [DOWNLOAD]

by Chi Ibe Ice Prince is out with two singles; “VIP” and “Gimme Dat.” They are off his forth coming album that would be released later in the year. Ice Prince features Burna Boi, Yung L and Olamide on the track, “Gimme Dat” and the... Read More

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April 11, 2013

Baddo of Life: Olamide, like you’ve never seen him before (LOOK)

by Isi Esene We can bet you have never seen Olamide, the acclaimed Voice of the Street in a well-trimmed suit, but here is the rapper showing his fans a new side of himself. You just have to love this guy, we definitely do. – [Photos: H/T to Niyi Okeowo]

Baddo, Olamide, Voice of the street

April 3, 2013

SEE Banky W, Olamide, Praiz, Olisa Adibua, others party at Hennessy event (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Last weekend, Nigerian celebrities, Banky W, Olamide, Praiz, Tosyn Bucknor, Skales, DJ Neptune, and others came out in their numbers to party at the XQ Lounge for the launch of Hennessy’s latest addition to their premium cognac collection, VSOP Nyx. See photos of the event below: ... Read More

Banky W, Hennessy, Olamide, Olisa Adibua, party, Praiz

December 28, 2012

Kay Aishida: Illuminati musing (Y! Superblogger)

Please! It’s possible to be a successful music superstar without selling one’s soul to the devil. Twinkle,Twinkle little Stars,right? Wrong. Way I see it, even stars don’t shine as bright anymore. At least, not as bright as the Illuminati. This seem to be the progression these days: Talent – Upcoming Star – Star – SuperStar———>ILLUMINATI.... Read More

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November 25, 2012

Making of the Video: Phyno and Olamide switch to ‘Ghost mode’ (PHOTOS, WATCH)

by Isi Esene It’s the whole treat as Capital Records releases behind-the-scenes clip of Phyno’s upcoming video, Ghost Mode. Phyno is a talented producer, songwriter and artiste who’s obviously ready to take over the Nigerian rap music genre. He features Olamide on this intense hitbanger with the acclaimed ‘Voice of the streets’ maintaining his theatrical... Read More

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November 21, 2012

High expectations as Nigerian Idol takes auditions to Lagos

by Isi Esene After weeks of driving through the country auditioning singing talents, the Nigerian Idol train finally came to Lagos for what could be called the ‘grand finale’ of Season 3 auditions. On Friday, November 9 and Saturday, November 10, thousands of Idol hopefuls made it to Dream Studios, Bamako Estate, Omole, the venue... Read More

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November 12, 2012

Olamide releases official video for track, ‘First of all’ (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Olamide is back with video ‘First of all’ from his YBNL album. This video explores his street credibility and sees him veering the Azonto way. The video sees comedians, Princess and Helen Paul making cameo appearances. See official video below:

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October 6, 2012

Omawumi, Bez, Praiz, and more at The Headies media event (PHOTOS)

What: Hip-hop World Awards Press Conference . Where: Protea Hotel GRA Ikeja, Lagos. When: October 2, 2012. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa Omawumi & Praiz

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August 22, 2012

Controversy at Notting Hill? A tale of two ‘Nigerian Corners’

by Isi Esene It’s here again, the longest running annual gathering of Nigerians in the UK according to those who make it a yearly ritual: the Nigerian Corner at Notting Hill Carnival. Since 1986, this has been the meeting point for Nigerians at the world famous Notting Hill Carnival, to celebrate Nigeria, network, re-connect, eat,... Read More

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September 21, 2011

Something New! ‘Omo toh Shan’ video – Olamide feat. Wizkid

Ifreke Inyang Let’s not even argue this – ‘Omo to shan’ is one of Olamide’s best tracks, apart from the monstrously popular ‘Eni duro’. it appears ‘Omo to shan’ is set to even rise as the Coded Tunes artiste has released the video for the song. The song is about a beautiful girl that has... Read More

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July 20, 2011

Monimo shares her heart in new single, ‘I’m In Love’ ft Olamide

by Taiwo Damilola The ID Cabasa owned CodedTunes presents its first female signing ‘Monimo’, with her debut single ‘I’m In Love’ featuring label mate Olamide. The rapper/singer was discovered by ID Cabasa and is under the management of the entertainment and publishing company, Zone Media. She shows her unique style on the track with her... Read More

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