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  • My goal is to be timeless- Adekunle Gold

    My goal is to be timeless- Adekunle Gold

    Adekunle Gold broke barriers through his debut effort under YBNL. His music enjoyed both mainstream and critical success, right from the first single Sade. A star sparkled in our firmament and he became the rave of the moment.

     

    However ,what we don’t know is If the singer will be able to sustain the buzz around him. If Adekunle Gold will not be a flash in the pan.

     

    Speaking in a chat with journalists, the Afropop star has stated his desire to be timeless .

    Hear him:” What drives me is my goal and my goal is to be timeless. And to be timeless, I cannot do anything is not stellar”.

     

    Adekunle Gold who had a sold out London Concert also spoke on the success of the show

    “I was blown away. I had been dreaming about it for a long time and I had been to London about three times before but it’s not the same as doing your own show. It was mixed feelings; I was scared then I was confident. But when it happened, it was like having 750-800 backup singers and dancers”.

     

    The Orente singer revealed how he came about his name and the fascination with the word ‘Gold’.

    Hear him:” I was in a sermon and this guy said, “You can’t substitute brass for Gold.” He said it like three times and I just knew there and then that this was my name”.

  • Adekunle Gold redefines what hit song means

    Adekunle Gold redefines what hit song means

    At a time when pop stars are deploying lewd lyrics to make their music more appealing, Orente Singer, Adekunle Gold has vowed not to change his style of lyrics. He affirms that his music is message driven and he isn’t ready to deviate from this style anytime soon.

    According to him:”It is my personal resolve to keep making clean music. I am not under any pressure whatsoever to change the type of lyrics I sing. I like to pass across messages with my songs. Music is supposed to be a vehicle for social change. If you notice, my songs often dwell on topical issues that people can relate with and learn from. A true hit song is one that people can still enjoy many years after it was recorded. But some songs that were released just last year are no longer relevant or appealing, and that is because they are shallow and not in tune with the times” .

  • 4 unforgettable moments at the Oxymoron of Kenny Blaq

    When you meet Nigerian comedian, Kenny Blaq, there is a tendency for you to underestimate the svelte diminutive entertainer till he shows you the stuff he is made of.

    Last Sunday evening, fans of Kenny Blaq defied the drizzling Lagos rain to attend his debut comedy show tagged The Oxymoron of Kenny Blaq. If you are familiar with Kenny Blaq, you will know what to expect and the youngster lived up to expectation. The show saw Kenny Blaq thrill the guests to his unique blend of music and comedy which got them roaring with laughter

     

    TheNewsGuru takes a look at the 4 memorable moments of the show that remains indelible in the minds of those who attended

     

    1. Kenny Blaq’s class act performance

    Kenny Blaq’s class act performance

    Kenny Blaq opened the night sharing jokes the audience could resonate with. He combined some of Adekunle Gold’s songs into a dramatic dialogue between him and his love interest on stage called Shade.

    Blaq declared his love for her, saying he may not have money but has the things money cannot buy. This part of the show got the audience animated. His performance was greeted with a rousing applause as Kenny proved to everyone that he has mastered his craft.

     

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    2. 9ice’s moment

    Another high point of the event was when 9ice mounted the stage to perform some of his hit songs. He was dressed in gleaming blue native attire without the usual glamour pop stars are known for.

    9ice interacted with the audience, putting up an astonishing stage presentation, that even the former Lagos State first lady, Abimbola Fashola couldn’t resist dancing to.

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    3.Seyi Law shares bedroom secret

    The award winning rib cracker, Seyi Law who has been entangled in a social media battle with Kemi Olunloyo, took the audience on a stimulating journey of unrivalled jokes.

     

    The talented comedian who was clad in a blue shirt threw a few jabs at Olunloyo before sharing jokes with the audience.

     

    According to him: “Everybody knows that Yoruba people don’t joke about sex. My wife did something that is painful to me I need to say it before you will see it in the newspapers and then read that Seyi Law is no longer with his wife”.

     

    The comedian jokingly said whenever he refuses to meet the demands of his wife; she punishes him in the ‘Other room’

     

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    4. Surprise marriage proposal

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    Halfway through the show, the camera on stage suddenly zoomed from the stage to the lobby of the convention Centre. A certain young man was seen being carried by a crowd who accused him of stealing a phone, he was bleeding profusely. His pleas fell on deaf ears and the bouncers dragged him all the way to the stage.

     

    The perceived ‘Thief’ who later identified himself as Ademola apparently isn’t a stranger to a certain lady Kenny Blaq was flirting with on stage. She actually happens to be his girlfriend. The anticipation could be seen in the audience, while some taught it was another comedy skit created to add spark to the show.

    Kenny Blaq instructed the young man to bring out the phone he stole so he could be pardoned and set free. But instead of bringing out a stolen phone, he astonished both his girlfriend and the crowd by pulling out a ring and going on his knees. He asked to marry her and she said:’ Yes!’

    Present at the event were dignitaries like Alibaba, Julius Agwu, Guy Murray Bruce, Abimbola Fashola amongst others.

     

     

  • How Adekunle Gold set London ablaze

    How Adekunle Gold set London ablaze

    Adekunle Kosoko a.k.a Adekunle Gold is fast becoming one of Nigeria’s most sought after singers, who are not just making waves in Nigeria but in other parts of the world. The Afropop singer had his first headline concert recently in London and it was a successful show as fans attended en masse to watch the Orente sensation entertain them

     

    The concert was tagged “One Night Stand” and Adekunle Gold performed with his new band, 79th Element.

    He was also supported on stage by Marvin star Di’Ja as well as by U.K. Afrobeats artist Moelogo.

    The audience also had the privilege of listening to his new single, Call on me.

     

     

  • ‘There is no bad blood between me and Olamide’-Adekunle Gold

    Nigerian urban highlife musician, Adekunle Gold has declared that though his contract has expired with the Olamide led YBNL, but there is no bad blood between them. While Lil Kesh announced the end of his deal with YBNL in 2016, Gold has failed to follow suit, giving life to series of speculation.

    However in a recent chat with Hip TV, Adekunle Gold spoke on the true situation of things.

    Hear him: “My contract expired, that’s it. When that happens, you either discontinue or you don’t. Olamide said it times without number that he signs his artistes for two years. Olamide is grooming aritstes. Shout out to him. He has helped me, he’s put me and Lil Kesh on and now he has other artistes to cater for. There’s YBNL princess and there’s Davolee. It’s normal. He can’t do too many people at the same time and we somehow, God has blessed us and we feel it is time for us to move. My contract expired but I’m still with YBNL. YBNL is not a label, it’s a family, and it’s a movement. Olamide still calls me and we talk. There’s no bad blood” he said.

     

  • Adekunle Gold unveils band, after YBNL exit

    Adekunle Gold unveils band, after YBNL exit

    Following his exit from the Olamide led record label YBNL, Nigerian alternative soul singer, Adekunle Gold has unveiled his official band called ‘The 79th Element’

    The band is named after the atomic number of Gold. ’79th Element’ houses music talents like Micheal Bakare as its producer and music director, Oladele Afolabi handling the drums, Babatunde Alaba on percussion, Ojekunle Ayodeji on the keyboard, Owa Ayo on Base guitar, Femi Leye lead guitar, Kosoko Adekunbi and Aigbokhan Martins backing vocals.

     

     

    Adekunle Gold’s claim to fame was with his 2014 single “Sade” which received massive airplay on various Nigerian radio stations. His follow-up single, titled “Orente”, also received positive reviews from music critics and consumers.In 2015, he was nominated in the Most Promising Act of the Year category at the 2015 City People Entertainment Awards. His 2014 single “Sade” was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2015.

     

  • ‘In YBNL, you don’t renew contract-Adekunle Gold confirms leaving YBNL

    ‘In YBNL, you don’t renew contract-Adekunle Gold confirms leaving YBNL

    Following speculations about leaving YBNL, Orente singer, Adekunle Gold has finally opened up about leaving the record label. Recall that the Afropop singer signed a two-year contract with YBNL. During the 2years, he released hit songs and became an household name.

    Speaking with PlanetRadioTV, he said: “My contract has expired and that’s it. In YBNL you don’t renew contract. Olamide signed us for two years, so that by yourself, you can hustle and make things happen. I don’t have my record label now, so I’m on my own for now. I don’t know about record label and I don’t have the vision to have one now.”

    Will Adekunle Gold be able to trudge the murky waters of the Nigerian entertainment industry on his own? Only time will tell

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  • ‘I don’t talk about my personal relationship in front of cameras’-Simi declares

    ‘I don’t talk about my personal relationship in front of cameras’-Simi declares

    Jamb Question singer, Simi has made it known that she isn’t comfortable discussing her personal relationship in front of cameras. Recall that Simi has been romantically linked with Falz and Adekunle Gold. Whenever she is being interviewed, the question keeps coming up.

    Speaking with NotjustOk TV, she said:“I hear of this love triangle between myself, Adekunle Gold and Falz all the time. I don’t know why but there is no triangle. I really prefer not to talk about my personal relationship in front of cameras. What I’m going to say is that I work with them and I enjoy working with them”.

    When asked about her forthcoming album , she said:” I’m so excited and I am also a bit scared because I know a lot of work is going to go into it. I’m a perfectionist, my producer is a perfectionist so between the both of us there probably is gonna be a lot of stress… My album was gonna drop last year but it did not because we were gonna drop the Chemistry EP (with Falz) plus it wasn’t ready.”

     

     

     

  • Adekunle Gold returns with Work

    Adekunle Gold returns with Work

    The award winning urban highlife and R&B Singer Adekunle Gold has released the music video of ‘WORK’ which is a song off his album, ‘GOLD’.

     

    The video is a full reflection of the Nigerian working population; it strongly depicts the social and economic realities of the Nigerian worker from the street hawker to the man in the office. The video is one which everybody can easily relate with, because it gives a wide coverage of the Nigeria everyday economic situation.

     

    “WORK” is one unique song that goes beyond just an exciting mixture of sounds but gives meaning to its listeners and serves as a source of encouragement, inspiration and motivation. It is filled with a lot of powerful vibes that seeks to express the importance of work and dignity in labor.

     

    The video was directed by Moe Musa and shot at Elegushi Beach Lekki, Lagos Island.

  • “I wrote Orente for Simi”- Adekunle Gold reveals

    “I wrote Orente for Simi”- Adekunle Gold reveals

    Believe or not, Simi and Adekunle Gold are on a sizzling romance which seem to be altar bound. Ever before Adekunle Gold became an household name, the talented duo have been dating. Simi, the ‘Jamb Question’ singer turned a year older today and mentioned all her names in the birthday message dedicated to herself. Amazingly, all the names mentioned, are the names Adekunle Gold showered praises on in his hit song, Orente

    A twitter user asked Simi if she inspired the song Orente, and Adekunle Gold retorted confirming that he wrote the song for her.

    Check out the conversation below

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