eLDee, Naeto C, M.I and Sound Sultan proclaim their pride in Nigeria with launch of 'Rep 4 Nigeria'.

Naija’s music elite are celebrating Nigeria’s 50th anniversary of independence with the release of Rep 4 Nigeria - a stunning new urban anthem which celebrates the proud spirit of modern Nigeria.
Penned by Nigerian rapper and producer, Eldee, Rep 4 Nigeria is an original composition that features contemporary stars Naeto C, M.I and Sound Sultan.

Commissioned by MTV base (DStv Channel 322) as part of the celebrations for Nigerian independence, Rep 4 Nigeria is a call for young Nigerians to 'rep' their country and their area with pride. Each of the artists involved wrote their own verse, with R&B artist and ‘Naija Ninja’ Sound Sultan writing and performing the infectiously
catchy ‘hook’ and chorus.


The music video for Rep 4 Nigeria was directed by video ace Clarence Peters and filmed on location in Lagos, featuring Eldee, Naeto C, M.I and Sound Sultan. The music video will premiere on MTV base (DStv
Channel 322) on Monday 4 October before going on exclusive, A-list rotation on MTV base, guaranteeing at least 30 spins a week for the stirring track.

Commented Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa, “MTV Networks Africa is thrilled to be the catalyst in the creation of Rep 4 Nigeria, a poignant and inspirational track that shows Nigerian artists affirming their pride and optimism in the 50th anniversary of their nation.”

Music fans can watch the music video of Rep 4 Nigeria or download the track free of charge at www.mtvbase.com from 4 October 2010.

Ruggedman to tour 20 states in nigeria and uk

RUGGEDMAN is set to release two singles, She N Ma Swagga, which features Ice Prince, and Sanwo featuring Vino, in less than two weeks. She N Ma Swagga is already an internet hit just 24 hours after it's release.

For the album launch, Ruggedman plans to tour 20 states in Nigeria, and Manchester, London, Dublin, Babrigan on the outskirts of Dublin, and Sierra Leone.

On his relationship with NB Plc, after successfully handling the just concluded Ster Quest, he said it was great because every time he was called to work for the company, he delivers. His excellent performance last year earned him the opportunity to handle the Quest again this year.

Caught wearing a suit for the first time in a while, he said he was being himself. The suit is just me being a host. I don't want people to think it's a rap show just because a rapper is hosting it. Star Quest has different themes like Jazz, Naija Beat, Rap Battle and I dress accordingly to portray each theme.

The first time I came on set without my head warmer, a senior brand manager asked if it was my idea or I was being paid to do it. I told him it was my idea.

Ruggedman did duets with 2face Idibia, P.Square, Gino, Ice Prince, Da Grin, YQ, Kash Eleven, MI, Ojb Jezreel, Vino, Zainab, Lil Jojo, E Jay.

Source: Celebregion.com

Tweets Mourns for Dagrin from Friends and Colleagues

Still on the Death of Dagrin, Some of the tweets posted by Dagrin’s friends and industry folks on social networking site, twitter, in reaction to the news are written below.

Dr Sid- Please let’s pay our respects and pray for his family. I ask everyone to please change your avatar to his picture and trend #RIPDAGRIN

Kemi Adetiba- We all pray to rise to the top. We live every 2mrw like it could never be snatched from us. In our  minds. That can never be us.

Ikechukwu- God, it’s true, isn’t it? May the Almighty father accept my brother Dagrin’s soul into heaven and may he rest in perfect peace, Amen.

Munachi Abi- God! Da Grin!!! Lord Jesus no!!!! God please no.no.no.no. It can’t be true

Darey- Pray for the repose of his soul…RIP Dagrin. We shall miss you…your music…your swag…My heart goes to his family

Wande Coal- God bless you Dagrin RIP

BankyW- RIP Da Grin. Lord have mecy on us all. Damn.

Joke Jaiyesimi – Just when your star started shining, death decided to cheat and snatch you away. So sad. RIP Dagrin

Bouqui- Am sooooo sad

D’Prince- R.I.P Da Grin a shining star gone too soon

Dagrin is Confirmed Dead..............RIP DAGRIN

Rapper, Da Grin formally known as Olayitan Olanipekun Oladapo is dead at the tender age of 23. We all knew Da Grin was in a ghastly auto accident last week and was admitted at LUTH Hospital in Lagos.

The Rap artiste who was nominated for the 2010 Hiphop World awards to take place in May was on his way from a friends place when he drove into a stationery truck. 

Da Grin was officially pronounced dead by the doctors sometime about 8:30pm local time at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). Rest In Peace, Da Grin. I actually thought he was going to bounce back and do a song around his near death experience.....so sad

May his gentle soul rest in peace 

9ice Plans Second Album Soon

9ice has  confirmed that he is preparing a new album for a March release and not just that, there will also be four other albums to follow before the year runs out. Is it a grandeur plan?

Contrary to the impression that his album is doing poorly, 9ice said in a telephone chat that his album sold

Fela Anikulapo Kuti's work enjoys posthumous revival

Abami Eda Lives on: Starting November 23, musical theater fans visiting New York won't just be angling for tickets to Broadway productions of "Chicago," "Mamma Mia!" and "Rock of Ages." They'll also have the chance to see "Fela!" -- a new musical at the Eugene O'Neill Theater about the influential Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, and the opportunity to choose Afrobeat over show tunes, ABBA hits and Disney songs.

Another Hot Single From Nigerian Megastar “9ice”

Barely two weeks after dropping the first single off his up coming album “Tradition” 9ice hits us with the energy. “Energy” the latest single from 9ice has had people anticipating its release since its teaser was posted online.

In this feel good song, 9ice shows us he can be versatile by fine tuning his style and playing with different languages without drawing too far from what makes him 9ice. He doesn’t disappoint with fluidity in his lyrics, playing with words, and still reminding us about his happiness.

2009 Soundcity Nigerian Music Video Awards winners

It was a very fascinaing to see Wande Coal, Dbanj, M.I, Eldee, Banky W, Dipp, Weird MC, Jozi (South Africa), Ware (Kenya), Seun Kuti, Tuface Idibia and American rapper Mims all performed Live.

The Winners are;

Best Male Video
• Naeto C – Kini Big Deal

Best Female Video
• TY Bello – Ekundayo

Best Choreography
• P-Square – Roll It

Best Special Effect Editing
• Dipp – Dangerous

Best Cinematography
• Bigiano – Shayo

Best Hip Hop
• Str8buttah – Last Standing

Best R&B or Pop Video
• Darey - Not the girl

Best Duo/Group Video
• P-Square – Roll It

Best Collaboration in a Music Video
• Tuface Idibia ft. Sound Sultan – Enter The Place

Soundcity Viewers Choice
• Bigiano – Shayo

Soundcity Fresh Video
• Steel – South African Girl

Discovery of the year
• Kel - Waa Wa Alright

Hit Producer of the Year
• “Suddenly” by D’banj (Don Jazzy)

African Video of the Year
• 340ML (Mozambique)

Best Video
• Tuface - Enter The Place

Best Live perfromance Western Africa (Honors)
* Seun Kuti

Best Live performance Southern African (Honors)
* Jozi

Congratulations to the winners

Naija Music: 2009 Soundcity Music Video Awards Nominees

For those who never saw the Nominee List for the 2009 Soundcity Music Video Award, here it is. The second edition was held on the 1st of August, 2009 at The Soundcity Music Centre, Oceanview V/I.
Best Male Video
Gino - Farabale
Naeto C - Kini Big Deal
Igho - Naija Boy
Shank - Too Late
Banky W - Capable Remix
9ice - Party Rider

Best Female Video
Sasha - Only One
Goldie - Shift
Wierd Mc - Riranwo
Ty Bello - Ekundayo
Kel - Waa Wa Alright
Nikki Laoye - Never Felt This Way

Best Choreography
Freewindz - Like That
P-Square - Roll It
Dipp - Dangerous
Goldie - Shift

Best Special Effect Editing
Mo Hits All Stars - Ten Ten
Dipp - Dangerous
P-Square - Roll it
Omawunmi - In The Music
Sorty - Brymo
H-Man - Ndoli Ndoli

Best Duo/Group Video
Mohits All Stars - Pere
P-Square - Roll It
Kentro World - Kama Kazee
KC Presh - Shokori Bobo
GXploits - Bolu Moru

Best Cinematography
Bigiano - Shayo
Eldee - Bosi Gbangba
Sasha - Only One
Tuface Idibia - Enter The Place
Darey Art Alade - Not The Girl

Best Hip Hop Video
Str8butah - Last Standing
Mode9ine - Hip Hop
OD ft. Sound Sultan - No Be Today
Gino - Farabale
DJ Jimmy Jatt ft. Sasha, Blaise, Kemistry, Bouqui - Too Much

Sound City Fresh Video
Bouqui - Morile
Ikechukwu - She Makes Me Go (Shoobeedoo)
GXploits - Tear Rubber
Morachi - Boomskolo
Steel - South African Girl

Sound City Viewers Choice
9ice - Street Credibility
Wierd Mc - Riranwo
Tuface Idibia - Enter The Place
Bigiano - Shayo
Ikechukwu - Wind Am Well
D'Banj - Suddenly

Best Collaboratian in a Music Video
Jmartins ft. Timaya and P-Square - Good or Bad
Tuface Idibia ft. Sound Sultan - Enter The Place
2shotz ft. Timaya - In Case You Never Know
Klever Jay ft. Danny Young - Koni Koni Love
Ayzee Yo ft. Tuface Idibia - No Be Small Thing
DJ Jimmy Jatt ft. Sasha, Blaise, Kemistry, Bouqui - Too Much
Ikechukwu ft. D'Banj and Don Jazzy - Wind Am Well

Discovery of the Year

YQ ft. Dagrin - Efimile

DeeBee - Collabo

Bracket - Yori Yori

Kel - Waa Wa Alright

Bigiano - Shayo

Tustep ft. Dagrin - Call the Police

Jmartins ft. Timaya and P-Square - Good or Bad

Hit Producer Of The Year (As used in a music)

"Efimile" by YQ ft. Dagrin - Dr Frabbs

"Le fenuso" by Lord of Ajasa - ID Cabasa

"Suddenly" by D'Banj - Don Jazzy

"Kama Kazee" by Kentro World - JJC Skills

"Pasa Pasa" by M.P - Dapsee

"Enter The Place" by Tuface Idibia - JSleek

Best R&B pop Video

Omawunmi - In The Music

Banky W - Don't Break My Heart

Dipp - Dangerous

Tony Tetuila - Do Re Mi

KC Presh - Shokori Bobo

Ay.Com - Pass Me Your Love

African Video Of The Year

Nneka - Heart Beat (Nigeria)

ML - 340 (Mozambique)

Hip Hop Pantsula (South Africa)

Asem - Pigaro (Ghana)

Okyeama kwame - Woso (Ghana)

Best Video

Wierd MC - Riranwo

Eldee - Bosi Gbangba

Naeto C - Kini Big Deal

Mo Hits All Stars - Pere

Bigiano - Shayo

Kentro World - Kama Kazee

P-Square - Roll It

Tuface Idibia - Enter The Place

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