Music Review: Everything (Amen)
So Timi Dakolo dropped ‘Everything (Amen)’, Finally. This one looks to be his latest mainstream hit for a while now. This track is significant for some reasons. Read more about Entertainment First off, the track was highly anticipated as the teaser went viral in the opening weeks of this year. The video has amassed 75k […]
NIGERIA At 59: Top 10 Patriotic Songs Of All Time
From the beginning of the Nigerian union, citizens have expressed their emotions in a variety of ways. Some have taken to writing, others have decided to stage protests, some engaged in riots, wars, while others settled for music. Music is a powerful tool for any kind of communication; communicating with oneself or an external body. […]
Best 11 Love Songs by Timi Dakolo, Inspired by His Wife
Timi Dakolo isn’t just a phenomenal singer, he does love songs as no other Nigerian music artiste does. You do not just hear the song, he communicates the emotion behind the lyrics with every tone. The winner of the inaugural season of Idol West Africa released his long-awaited debut “Beautiful Noise” album in 2011. The […]
Valentine’s Day Throwback Thursday Playlist
Valentine’s day is usually characterized by romantic gestures, and in the tradition of commemorating the lover’s day, here are some love songs that will remind you of those days you had a crush on that boy or girl, that first time you were asked out on a date, or when you would cuddle up in […]
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 […]
Enough Is Enough Nigeria Honours Timi Dakolo, 2Baba, Banky
Last week, Enough is Enough Nigeria, an organisation promoting good governance and public accountability in Nigeria, had its fundraising dinner tagged Light a Candle. It was an evening of Fun, Music, Auctions & Honours. Light A Candle The event which had Lala Akindoju and Richard Osuji as comperes. featured brilliant performances of “E be like […]
5 Nigerian Artistes Who Are Born Again
In the midst of a music industry where profane lyrics and semi-nude music videos are the order of the day, there are a few who stand out, not just because of the kind of music they make, but because of their lifestyle. Here is a list of five popular entertainers in the music industry who […]
Celebrities Who Rose To Fame On The Wings Of Reality TV (Part II)
Last week we made a list of Nigerians who have become famous and successful in the entertainment industry, having featured on reality TV shows. This week the list continues. DARE ART-ALADE Born to the legendary Nigerian Jazz pioneer, Art Alade and Olapeju Alade, Dare (popularly known as Darey) has been performing in clubs and events […]
Music Videos We Love
Here are some of our favourite music videos. I NO SURE – Omawumi I No Sure is one of the tracks on Omawumi’s Timeless album. It is a song about a relationship gone sour and Omawumi declaring that she won’t miss him one bit. The sound is classic and soulful. The lighting and video quality […]
Did You Know Timi Dakolo is Half Ghanaian by Birth
West African Idol winner Timi Dakolo was born in Accra, Ghana to a Ghanaian mother who passed on when he was thirteen. The Bayelsa native was however raised by his grandmother and an aunt in Port Harcourt, Rivers state, who was responsible for his interest in music. He along with a few friends founded a […]
Music Videos We Love
Today, there are a lot of Nigerian music videos, some enjoying heavy rotation on all major TV channels, and for good reason. A few others, although not enjoying regular airplay, remain among our all-time favourites. We’ve made a list of some of the trending music videos we have fallen in love with. “Boda Luku” by Bisola […]
6 Reasons Fans Absolutely Love Omawumi
Omawumi bounced into the limelight as an Idols West Africa contestant in 2007, and the lively entertainer has not looked back since. Nearly 10 years later, the 34-year old singer shows no signs of slowing down. Of course she’s far from perfect – everyone has their flaws – but here are 6 absolutely lovable things about her: […]
Cobhams Asuquo- Award-Winning Musician, Producer and Songwriter
Cobhams Asuquo is one name that has made it on the list of Nigerians who inspire should there be a compilation as that. This Nigerian born musician, producer and songwriter who has produced and partnered with top Nigerian musicians like Asa and Bez and has won numerous awards for his works, has at heart to […]
Rinsola Abiola: If Youths Can Vote at 18, We Can Also Be Voted for at 18
In line with Rise Network’s focus on Youth and Education Development via Capacity Building on Youth Inclusion, this year’s UN International Youth Day 2015 commemoration programme was the first big youth gathering after the 2015 elections that had brought on a change of government. Timi Dakolo opened the event with a rendition of the national […]
Akpororo vs. Akpororo 2015 Holds This July
Attention all comedy lovers! Everyone’s favourite comedian, Akpororo, is back with another exciting edition of his live comedy show, Akproro vs. Akpororo this July. The highly anticipated event is set to take place at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, and will feature a wide array of popular comedians and artistes. As one of […]
Timi Dakolo, Kiss Daniel, LaBanj To Perform At Love Affairs 2015
This Valentine, Lagos will witness electrifying performances as vocalist Timi Dakolo, fast rising artiste Kiss Daniel, saxophonist icon LaBanj and others come together for the very first edition of Love Affairs. This prestigious event will take place at The Oriental Hotel in Lagos on February 7th, 2015 and is put together by Creative Idea Concept. […]