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  • ‘My success came through years of struggle’-Tunde Obe

    Tunde and Wunmi Obe are a popular showbiz couple who are known for their ever green and inspirational songs. Over the years , they have become worthy rolemodels to youngsters and celebrity couples.Speaking in an interview with The Sun, Tunde stated that his success is as a result of ears of struggles.

    According to him:” A lot of people say music of this generation doesn’t have substance and it’s the truth. We had a lot of substance then and you couldn’t just do a wishy-washy song. Of course, everyone had one wish-washy song at a point in time but an album is supposed to be like a novel. It doesn’t have to be same beats with different lyrics on it, it should be dynamic. The next song and album tells a story of the singer, so by the time you listen to one or two tracks, you will have an idea about the musician’s experience. But now everyone is just on the fast lane, flying on private jets and on drinking spree.

    “Where there is so much poverty, people like seeing wealth and I always say it, the people that really have money are quiet about it, they don’t talk. I am not even on Instagram and the only social media account I maintain is Twitter and that’s because I need an outlet where I can reach my fans. You can’t see my mansion or my cars on my social media account; never, because that’s not what I am selling. My success came through many years of struggle, so what am I showing off? Every morning, when I wake up, I thank God that I have achieved so much in my life, so I don’t have to show off”.

  • ‘I am here to stay, not a flash in the pan’-Ruggedman

    ‘I am here to stay, not a flash in the pan’-Ruggedman

    Nigerian rapper cum Rugged Records boss, Ruggedman has stated that he is not a flash in the pan when it comes to music.

    The Baraje sensation said he doesn’t just want to release a song that will trend for a while and become irrelevant years later. He alluded his staying power to his passion and burning desire to succeed in his chosen craft

    “What has kept me is the fire to do what I do, the love for what I do and the fire to succeed with what I do.

    “You don’t have to come out and blow up like that and… I’m not doing a flash in the pan thing.

    “I’d rather move gradually, build my brand from the ground up so it becomes a household name. Just like the name Ruggedman has become an household name because you can’t talk about Nigerian hip hop without mentioning Ruggedman. I am here to stay” he told Planet TV.

    Ruggedman is a graduate of political science from Lagos State University, Ọ̀jọ́. He started exploring music in 1999. He produced his own songs and released two tracks in 1999, both which were well-played on radio. The outspoken rapper launched himself into the music industry in 1999, eventually becoming one of the most sought after rappers in Nigeria.

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  • ‘Artistes of this generation sing about mundane things’- Ras kimono

    ‘Artistes of this generation sing about mundane things’- Ras kimono

    Nigerian Reggae icon, Ras Kimono has expressed his dissatisfaction over the quality of music being churned out by artistes of this generation. Kimono said unlike in the past when music was being used as a tool for social change, music of this generation are all about boobs and butts.

    Speaking in an interview with Punch, he said:”Music is supposed to be a weapon of social change. A musician is supposed to be a prophet who speaks the truth as it affects everybody in the society. But can you tell me what these young artistes are preaching about. They do nothing but sing about butt, boobs and other mundane things that do not add value to anybody.

    “It is not a bad thing to sing party or dancehall music but there is a problem when 95 per cent of the music out there sound the same and don’t even have any meaning. Most times, I listen to these songs and get angry. Look at the musicians of yesteryears, the songs are still relevant today, decades after they were originally released. But if you listen to a song that was released just last year, you may want to throw up. That’s because those songs have very short life-span.

    “After people dance to it for some time, they dump it in the trash bin of time and move on to the next song. That is not what music is supposed to be about. People still play Fela’s music today because it still has something to offer. Reggae music, which I do, dwells on topical issues bothering the society. I really want the younger artistes to have a change of heart and think of the future; it is very important”.

  • ‘Anytime I see Efe, I see hunger and passion’-Olamide declares

    ‘Anytime I see Efe, I see hunger and passion’-Olamide declares

    Nigerian musician and YBNL boss, Olamide has rained praises on Big Brother Naija winner, Efe Ejeba. He also condemned Efe’s critics those who think he is not good enough and won’t succeed in the highly competitive Nigerian music industry.

     

    Speaking on Soundcity radio, the “Pepper Dem Gang” crooner said:”Whenever he is ready, a lot of people tend to look down on others who they think is not talented enough, you don’t judge a book by its cover in most cases.I see hunger, zeal, passionate person anytime I see Efe and someone who is going to be very diligent with his work.The guy [Efe]may not be all that fantastic or spectacular but I can see it in him over time he is going to develop himself as he grows in the industry.”

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  • ‘I owe big time,Its time to pay up’-Kiss Daniel

    ‘I owe big time,Its time to pay up’-Kiss Daniel

    Nigerian music star, Kiss Daniel has declared that he owes his fans and he has to pay up. The G-worldwide Entertainment singer appreciated his fans for the love shown him over the years. Though Kiss Daniel hasn’t done much this year aside from featuring on Sugar Boy’s album, he is set to thrill his fans with a new song titled Sofa. This song is coming a year after his hit album was released.The Woju crooner will be releasing a new single this May.

    In his words: “It’s only been a year since the New Era Album dropped (2016 Best Album) but I can still feel the love shown me.I wanna use this opportunity to appreciate the fans , the radio/TV stations , the DJ’s , MC’s , everyone who played or listened to the album. I owe you big time and it’s time to pay up . You are overdue for a new song and it’s dropping.”

     

  • 5 extraordinary moments from Asa Live in Lagos Encore

    5 extraordinary moments from Asa Live in Lagos Encore

    Lagos was ablaze last Saturday as Asa hosted the second edition of her annual concert tagged Asa Live In Lagos Encore. From her Paris base, Nigeria’s biggest music export thrilled her fans to melodies and sounds that can only be described as magical, electrifying and heavenly. TheNewsGuru takes a look at the 5 extraordinary moments from the Asa Encore concert.

    1. Asa came in like an angel

    Dressed in an impeccable white dress, Asa stepped on stage like an angel with the straps of her dress bellowing like wings . The moment the stage light was dimmed and the audience erupted with roars, we knew the moment had come. Asa started off with her soulful song, Awe which got the audience excited.

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    1. Asa danced like a goddess

    It is not every time Asa shows us her dance moves, but when she does, it is usually exciting.During Asa’s performance she took time out to show off her Bata dance. This got the audience cheering her on.

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    1. Asa played the trumpet

    Nigerian artistes have a lot to learn from Asa. Over the years , the talented musician keeps stretching herself musically .Not satisfied with just being a guitarist, Asa can now conveniently play the trumpet. She played some Jazzy notes during her performance

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    4.Asa flirted with a violinist

    While performing her hit song , Bibanke she metamorphosed into an actress, acting like a love struck damsel professing her love for the shy violinist.

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    5.She engaged her audience

    The true test of a remarkable performer is when your audience finds your performance irresistible. Asa made her audience sing excitedly while performing songs like Eyo, Fire on the mountain and Jailer. After she performed Jailer, it looked like the show was coming to an end , the audience had to scream in unison:”We want more” and she went on to perform songs like Bamidele

     

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  • How motherhood affected my music- Omawunmi

    Omawunmi needs no introduction . Over the years, she has gained the reputation for becoming one of the revered Nigerian female artistes. However, the rhythm changed for this award winning musician when she became a mother and took time out to focus on family.

    In an interview with Guardian, the Megbele singer talks about the effect of motherhood on her music.

    According to her:”Yes! I won’t lie. It is a very difficult choice to make but you have to make that choice. Most people find a beautiful balance, especially when money dey many and I pray that God gives me the room to get that kind of balance. As a mother, it changed my reasoning, there are some people that will disagree with what I am saying and say “No, because you are a mother doesn’t mean that you should cool down, you should go twice as hard”. See someone like Beyoncé, it doesn’t stop her from being a great mum but I am of the opinion that at some point music is as I feel it. I put it out, so technically I have not really changed my sound. I have one or two upbeat songs that will put you in that place but Omawumi will always bring out songs that will make you ask, what was she thinking? Where was she going with this? It is always songs that will make you question yourself and definitely good music that can stand the test of time.”

    Speaking on not being able to release music from time to time, Omawunmi said the ideal thing is for her fans to know the truth about her music

    “So yeah! It did change me with sense of my honesty with regards to my music, I decided that I can go into the studio and churn out hits all the time but the ideal thing to do is to make sure that your fans know the truth about your style, about your music, what you feel inside and then you put it out there so that the honesty of your sound will shine through.”

     

     

  • I love music, but hate school- Burna Boy

    Damini ogulu a.k.a Burna Boy is one of the most versatile artistes in Nigeria at the moment. From Afrobeat to dancehall and hip hop, Burna can flow on any of these genres.

    The artiste who grew up in Rivers State broke into the music with his song Like to party. Quick tempered Burna Boy who hardly grants interviews took to his Instagram page today to sharing the story of how he had always wanted to be a musician.

    The Don Gorgon singer said back in school, they were asked what they would love to become in the future and he boldly said he desires to become a rock star.

    According to him:” I remember back In Montessori primary School Port Harcourt, Nigeria. My teacher Mr. Morgan made us write down what we wanted 2 become in the future nd why, I wrote: “I want 2 be a rockstar because I love Music and I Hate School” in those exact words TRUE STORY! lol. Shit has a funny way of always working out doesn’t it? Stay in school sha o! Don’t go and say I told u not to go School!”

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Reggae music isn’t dying- Victor Essiet declares

    Victor Essiet of The Mandators fame is a popular veteran Reggae artiste known for his hit songs in the late 1980s.He says Reggae music can be used as a vehicle to educate and change the mindset of people

    He says there are different genres of music that people enjoy, but it must educate, inform and help change the populace positively as well as entertain. He affirms that Reggae music isn’t dying,but the media has decided to focus on promoting only hip-hop.

    “The media focuses more on hip-hop music than other genre of music, which is why it seems that it is dying.You must understand that with all the different kinds of music, if you do not bring it to the people, they would only make do with what is available.Remember that the people never really left the music, but it is because the music has not been given that platform to shine as others”.

    According to him, there is the need for the media to carry out researches to know the music that imparts on the lives of the people.

    “A few people do have the exposure or the possibility of bringing it to the public but it is not noticed.So, now that we are getting it promoted in our little way, a lot of people are happy that we have a variety of music”.

    The musician stated that a lot of people believed that ‘hip hop’ music was loved by everyone, adding `it is not true’’.

    “Reggae music has been and will always be there. If the media can push it as they are pushing other genre of music it will sell.”

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Unbelievable! YQ almost gave up on music

    I like girls singer, YQ who has been out of circulation in the music industry, in a recent interview reveals that he almost gave up on his music career.

    According to him :”Initially it started like it wasn’t going to be good. At times you get to that point where you start saying to yourself:”Why am I wasting my time?” God works in mysterious ways so its been an amazing year for me.”

    He also says he diversified into music and did a lot of strategic shows:”I diversified a bit trying to mix music with some things. I wont say I did a lot of shows but there were some very strategic ones that I did. I met some new and very important people. Its been good, we give thanks to God.”

    Recall that YQ and Da Grin were friends before the rapper passed on. He is known for his hit song Efi mi le