Song of the Week: Promise – Simi & Adekunle Gold
Simi and Adekunle Gold, whose wedding two weeks ago was widely publicized and was among the top trends online, released what seemed like a musical version of their marriage vows. The music video for their brand new single, “Promise”, is currently trending at number 1 on YouTube and already has over 700,000 views since it […]
Ibibio Sound Machine Tease With ‘Tell Me (Doko Mien)’ From Upcoming Album
“Doko Mien”, which is Ibibio for “Tell me” is a disco-influenced single by the UK-based group, Ibibio Sound Machine, from their upcoming album of the same title. It is a skillful blend of genres that leaves you with a feel of the discos of the ’70s, but with Ibibio lyrics. Ibibio is the dominant tribe and […]
Falz’s “Moral Instruction” Out On January 15th
Falz has announced a release date for his upcoming body of work, titled “Moral Instruction”. Moral Instruction is targeted towards stirring social consciousness among Nigerians and realigning their perceptions with the aim of restoring the dignity of the nation and its people, perhaps bearing in mind that the elections are only about a month away. […]
Song of the Week: Linger – Tomi Owo
Tomi Owo’s ‘Linger’ is our song of the week. The song is characteristic of Tomi’s trademark slow tempo, superb lyrics and soft, smooth vocals. She wrote ‘Linger’ for a Samsung Nigeria audiovisual campaign packaged by Afrocentric pop culture entertainment creators, HelaBase. Although the song expresses the deep emotions that go with a love relationship gone […]
Burna Boy Wins African Artiste of the Year 2018
Burna boy made quite an impression at the recently held Soundcity MVP Awards. The afro-fusion artiste, whose name is Damini Ogulu, won the most plaques – four in total at the 2019 edition of the awards which held last weekend in Lagos. He won the ‘Song of the Year’, ‘Listener’s Choice’ and ‘Best Male MVP’ […]
Sade Adu’s Second Song in Eight Years Nominated For Oscars
Sade Adu‘s second movie soundtrack in eight years, ‘The Big Unknown’, has been shortlisted for ‘Best Original Song’ at the 2019 Oscars. The song which was released in November was Sade’s second movie soundtrack this year, following her eight-year hiatus. It was written for the Steve McQueen-directed mystery film; ‘Widows‘. Her first movie soundtrack for […]
Song of the Week: ‘White Collar Man’ by Brum3h
Brumeh “Brum3h” Oghenekaro challenges many of our conventions. Brum3h together with Golddrummachine, make up the group called To Name A Few. Although his partner in the group has had several solo breakouts, Brum3h was yet to make a meaningful solo effort until last year when the debut single “White Collar Man”, was released. The song […]
Song Of The Week: ‘I Never Know Say’ – Timi Dakolo
Timi Dakolo‘s latest song is a highlife love tune, another of the many songs that the Bayelsa-born vocalist has dedicated to his beloved wife Busola. It is a song every intending couple should consider adding to their wedding playlist. Timi rose to fame after winning Idols West Africa in 2007. He currently has one album. This […]
‘This is Nigeria’ and the Choking of Contrarian Thought
As Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, decided to sue the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for banning his music in August, he has finally made good his threat. I have observed since its release, a number of opinionists critique the song itself, ‘This is Nigeria’, by Falz and I do not consider it ban material. […]
Music Videos We Love: ‘Lovin’ – Simi
This is a brand new one from Simi! The video for Simi’s latest song was released during the weekend. The colorful video which was directed by Aje Filmworks was released within a day of the songs release. The X3M Music singer, released her first album since joining the label, on 8th September 2017. It included […]
Song of The Week: ‘Boosit’ – Cobhams ft Falz
The song, released two years ago, takes on unjust treatment and societal injustice in family, relationships as well as in governance, in a rather comical manner. Falz passes the message of the song with rhymes and lyrics in his signature accent, while Cobhams Asuquo attempts to imitate a typical Ibadan accent. Cobhams is one of […]
Song of the Week: Aramide Fall on Them ft. Timaya
Aramide’s street gospel single “Fall on them” is her second single since clinching the Best Alternative Song Award at the Headies for the 2016 song “FunMi Lowo”. Her last release was a cover for 2baba’s raving hit single “Amaka”. The Afro-soul queen’s brand new song, features the self acclaimed Eberi-Papa 1 of Bayelsa; Timaya, and […]
Music Video We Love: ‘Wait For Me’ – Johnny Drille
Our music video for the week is from the talented folk/alternative singer, songwriter, producer, and sound engineer, Johnny Drille. The song is a mellow love song from a boy to his girl who he leaves behind as he travels. The video shows Johnny getting acquainted with a girl before leaving for military training, but returns […]
2Baba Speaks About Upcoming Film And Buckwyld ‘N’ Breathless Concert
Buckwyld Media Network’s press conference held last week with notable stars in the entertainment industry in attendance including 2Baba, Falz, Kenny Blaq and Timi Dakolo. The conference was part of activities to promote the upcoming movie, Power of One and the seventh annual Buckwyld ‘n’ Breathless concert. Power of One Power of One, directed by Izu […]
Song Of The Week: ‘Why You Love Me’ – Nosa
Why You love Me is an inspiring upbeat song with a highlife flavour by Nosa that will keep you on your feet. The song, his second single, came as a suprise to most listeners since it was a complete departure from the kind of tunes most often associated with the singer. Nosa is the Chocolate […]
2baba, Burna Boy and Dbanj In the ‘Baba Nla Nonsense’
Larry Gaaga has dropped the video for his hit song Baba Nla Nonsense which literally translates as “biggest of all nonsense”. The video features some of the industries heavy weights, 2baba, Burna Boy and Dbanj, with the later lacing the song with the melody from his signature harmonica. It is the first time all three artistes […]