NEW MUSI: SOKY - DARLING JINN FT. VECTOR

Real names Musa Ibrahim, SOKY is a 24yr old singer with a difference. The Lagos State (police barracks) bred, Kogi State indigene who started out as a dancer is signed on to CHILL FAMILY RECORDS. Inspired mostly by his environment, dance and role models like Sauce Kid, Usher and Chris Brown, SOKY's music is reflective but commercial at the same time. He sings and dances just as good. He’s out with a brand new single titled "Darling Jinn" featuring ace rapper VECTOR. He however is working on other projects, one of which is likely to feature American act Usher.

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Jackie Appiah to venture into music

If it happens that Jackie Appiah goes into music as being rumoured in some quarters, it would not be a surprise as several artistes have been known to practice another form of art different from what they are nobly recognized to have made a name from.

The Hollywood’s long list include Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, Will Smith, Queen Latifah, Mariah Carey, Ice Cube, Ice T, Tina Turner, Frank Sinatra to name but a few of these corss-over showbiz personalities.

The phenomenon seems not too different from the Ghanaian situation when some musicians have one time or the other found themselves acting or vice versa. Rama Brew, Kojo Dadson, Lord Kenya, Mzbel and Ofori Amponsah have been known for this.

It must be said that while some have been as successful with the new genre as they were with the one they are known for, some also could not make it as big with the new one as they did with the previous one. Showbiz has learned that another actress who is likely to try her voice at singing is the delectable Jackie Appiah, who though a very successful actress both in Ghana and Nigeria has not been known to have done anything commercially with music.

Appiah is a screen goddess who has done it all and seen it all as far as acting booth on television and in movies are concerned. Having cut her teeth on television with Things We Do For Love when she played the role of Enyonam Blagogee then she took part in Tentacles, Games People Play and other TV series.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week fall 2012 – Tracy Reese Photo

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week fall 2012 – Tracy Reese Photo

VIDEO: Sauce Kid Interview on Afrobuzz – VoxAfrica UK

Sinzu is fully back in the limelight once more. Watch Sauce Kid’s recent interview with UK platform, VoxAfrica, on their “Afrobuzz” segment. He talks about a few things such as upcoming projects, collaborations, and much more. Gotta love Sinzu.

Selma Blair Will Breastfeed Wherever She Wants!

Selma Blair Will Breastfeed Wherever She Wants!

Akon, P-Square, Tiwa Savage & Co Join Banky W For Birthday Gig!

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Banky W’s surprise birthday party on Tuesday March 27, 2012 at The Grotto in Victoria Island, Lagos brought out a large number of A- list entertainers.

With so much love from fans on twitter, facebook and elsewhere, and a guest list that included Akon, Psquare, MI, Tiwa Savage, Kel, Ini Edo, Skales, Toolz and others, the R&B giant and EME Chairman had a time of his life!

“Even when I gbagaun, I don’t get half as many mentions as this ooh…. Thank you so much for the birthday wishes… God bless” the singer said to his fans on twitter, earlier in the day.

Before The Grotto surprise party put together by his friends, Banky told journalists in Lagos he plans to dedicate more of his time to “helping young talents grow and do all I can to make the journey easier for talented young people out there trying to build a career in music”.

“As I grow older, it’s becoming very important for me to play my little part in developing this industry; to play my own role in empowering our youths, and in extension, the nation. I’ll be happy if I can help more and more upcoming talents escape the hurdles I passed through while coming up. Everyone sees Banky W, Wizkid, 2face, Psquare or D’banj – but people forget that for each one of us that makes it, there are dozens others who fell by the way side; most of them could have made it if only they got more support. I made it to where I am because of the love and support from the media, my label, fans, promoters and my family. I think it’s my responsibility, to make sure I support those coming behind. That’s what I’ve done with Wizkid. We’re working on Skales now, and many more are on the way”.

Banky W’s protégé WizKid was missing in action from his mentor’s “Lagos party”, but he had a good reason- he was away in America having series of sit downs and focused discussions with prominent African-Americans and promoters ahead of the forthcoming EME tour. “Happy Birthday to my big bro, Banky W. God bless you more Wizkid wrote in a Twitter shout out to Mr W.

Banky W’s third Nigerian album titled R&BW is expected later this year.

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Music Producer Samklef Welcomes BabyBoy

Ace Music producer , Samklef and his wife yvonne just welcomed a babyboy . The pakurumo hitmaker tweted few hours ago :

"Luv u baby, ma wife just gave birth 2 a beautiful, bouncing baby boy",he tweeted

Sarkodie’s performance in Denmark ,Azontoing on stage (Video)

Sarkodie’s performance in Copenhagen, Denmark, he shows the crowd how to azonto! visit http://www.sarkodiefans.com/ for exclusive videos, news and downloads on Sarkodie.

VIDEO: Jiron ft Wizkid – No Fronting

When Wizkid hops on a joint, you already know how it goes; he rips you to shreds. However, new act Jiron held his own on this one… he def sounds 9ice (no pun intended). Watch the video then add the song to your playlist by downloading it below. Song Produced by McVance, Video Directed by Patrick Elis.

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Music: Adasa – Need Each Other ft. YQ

Check out new track from Adasa which features Storm Records act, YQ. The tune Need Each Other rubs me the right way, and makes warm blood flow through my veins. We’re feeling it. You should too.

It looks like the AKS diva formerly known as Adasa isn’t leaving the scene anytime soon. For her first offering of 2012, she links up with YQ and B-Side producer Sossick and delivers something groovy and befitting for a Friday night at the club, as well as, for listening while cruising.

Esther Joseph Ekpat born September 28 often known as Lady Adasa. She has a box of talent installed for the music industry. Lady Adasa is also an actress born and raised in Eket, Akwa Ibom State currently In Institute Of Management And Technology, Enugu, studying Mass communication.

She started singing at a tender age in a choir at Akwa Ibom. In 2012 she drops this new track featuring the hook master YQ. She is talented and ready to blow your mind with her God given talent. Watch out for Lady Adasa!!!

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ACCLAIMED PRODUCER KID KONNECT RELEASES AFROBEAT REMIX TO TYGA'S "RACK CITY"

Once again, producer/ beat maker Kid KonnecT comes out with yet another Afrobeat remix track, this time working his magic on Tyga’s “Rack City” This track is available for free download at the following link

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VIDEO: IrokoTv Interviews Flavour N’abania

I know you will love to watch this, Flavour Groupies. iRokotv caught up with the king of High Life in his crib. The bros they ball oh, nice crib and Good interview. Watch and Enjoy!

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THE.FOLAKE! RETURNS WITH POIGNANT SELF-PRODUCED NEW SINGLE TITLED “EHEN EHEN OKAY OKAY”

After débuting at number one on the Afro Pop charts (CD Baby) with her self-titled debut single “The.Folake”, award-winning actress, model and musician THE.FOLAKE! returns with a more sombre and serious brand new single titled “Ehen Ehen Okay Okay”.

Drawing influences from her Spoken Word and Poetry roots, this self-produced single sees The.Folake! speaking candidly about the ills and “wahala” that her Nigerian people are forced to deal with and live through on a daily basis - bribery, corruption, lack of electricity and the recent fuel subsidy removal among other trials and tribulations.

Offered up as a free download to everyone willing to listen, “Ehen Ehen Okay Okay” speaks directly of the times we’re living in now, not only in Nigeria but in several parts of the world.

Growing up in Lagos as the youngest of 19 children, The.Folake! - real name Folake Olowofoyeku - always dreamt of delving into the arts as a musician but her now late parents however insisted on her becoming a lawyer. With the opportunity to move to New York City to study, Folake left Nigeria and while in NYC, focused her artistic endeavours on a BA (Hon) in Theatre and a Diploma in Audio Engineering. With a brief career competing in the NCAA league for her College’s Basketball team, Folake began her career as a versatile actress.

She earned a Best Actress Award for her lead role in When They Could Fly at the prestigious ReelHeART International Film Festival in Toronto, Canada and over the years, her acting career has flourished, from numerous stage productions to Film and Television, leading to her role in the Jodi Foster-directed The Beaver. Folake proceeded to make several appearances on the Law and Order franchise, 30-Rock and White Collar. Her voice has been utilized for voice-over campaigns with The Bill & Melinda Gates foundation, The Coca-Cola Company, Money Gram and Emirates Airline and her latest film - a 3D horror/comedy film - titled Hellbenders is due to be released in US Theatres in March 2012.

With a strong foot in the acting world, Folake changed the course of her career to pursue wholeheartedly her passion for Music. Musically inspired by Michael Jackson, M.I.A, Slash and Fela Kuti, The.Folake! is creating music that induces a party atmosphere and creates a voice to the realities faced day to day in Nigeria. The.Folake! describes her genre as Afro-Rock/Electro-House - fusion of her musical influences, combined with her own natural musical style.

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DEE MONEEY FREESTYLES OVER TYGA’S SMASH HIT “RACK CITY” IN FRESH NEW VIDEO + Visuals for His Smash Hit “KpoKpo O Body (Let Loose)”

ntroducing fast-rising Hip-Life/Hip-Hop rapper, songwriter and performer DEE MONEEY with fresh NEW visuals for his seriously dope freestyle over one of the jams of the year – Tyga’s “Rack City”. Showing off his undeniable rap skills, sharp flow and vocal cadence with witty punchlines and hard-hitting lyrics, Dee Moneey literally eats up this “Rack City” beat and puts it to rest in little over two minutes. A MUST WATCH!

As an added bonus, Dee Moneey also shares with us the lush visuals for his breakthrough single “KpoKpo O Body (Let Loose)”. Directed by Nana Asihine, the beautifully-crafted visuals perfectly capture the very essence of the massive dance single that is poised to conquer dance floors all over Nigeria in the coming weeks.

Born Desmond Kwame Amoah, DEE MONEEY is a gifted songwriter, rapper and performer who started making music at a really young age. For a generation that was raised on Hip-Hop and Pop music, Dee Moneey is creating a unique style and vibe that blends these genres of music with Techno, Dance, House cadences and Hip-Life influences to make a fresh and distinct sound that is miles apart from what you are usually flooded with.

So far in his young career, Dee Moneey has written for and worked with many high profile artists and producers in Ghana, across the Continent and in the UK while performing alongside huge stars such as Ice Prince, Wizkid and U.S rapper Fabulous just to mention a few. With three singles already under his belt, “Kpo Kpo Body”, “One Thing” and “Ding Dong”, the Dee Moneey buzz is gradually on the rise and now under new management, Dee Moneey continues to work on several new and exciting projects, collaborations and is putting in work for his debut album to be titled MY TIME TO EAT.

VIDEO: Dpzle – The Way You Whine

Dpzle enjoyed some solid radio play for his very catchy single The Way You Whine, during the last quarter of 2011 which made the track prety popular in Lagos.

He is now following the success of The Way You Whine up with a God Father directed video which was shot on Location somewhere in South Africa.

Enjoy the video and share your thoughts.

16-YEAR OLD KILT KRANIK UNVEILS FRESH NEW VIDEO FOR MASSIVE NEW SINGLE “WAGWAN”

From the stable of fast-rising Ibadan-based record label Gberatinrin Studios comes burgeoning 16-year old triple threat rapper, singer and songwriter KILT KRANIK with his massive new single and accompanying video titled “Wagwan”. Produced by St. Buster Keys, “Wagwan” sees Kranik spit some hard-hitting bars with lyrical dexterities, clear cadence, a sharp flow and witty punchlines that are miles ahead of his 16 years of age.

Reminiscent of E.M.E’s Starboy Wizkid in his early days, KILT KRANIK - in this Phizzle-directed video - shows off his fun and endearing side in the midst of his fierce lyrics and reveals himself as one name and face to keep an eye on for the future. Kranik is sure to leave a mark on the African music scene for a long time to come and this future smash hit, “Wagwan” is only just the beginning.

KILT KRANIK is a 16-year old rapper, singer and songwriter that is poised to take the African music scene by storm. Signed to Gberatinrin Studios, 'Kranik' as he is fondly called started music at about the age of 13 when he was in Junior Secondary School and since then has been growing his craft exponentially. The fast-rising all-round artist was the first artist signed to Gberatinrin Studios and features on the label’s forthcoming #VirusdaMixTape project alongside the likes of Phizzle and New Kentro World.

Kranik’s debut single “Takeover” was released in December, 2011 and has been enjoying massive radio and media support across the country. “Takeover” was recently at the number 7 spot on Beat FM Abuja weekly chart countdown and is also in the top 10 of other various Radio station charts. Kranik also features on the hook on Phizzle’s massive “Rewind Your Mind” single which is also currently enjoying good airplay across the country.

Kilt Kranik’s brand new single “Wagwan” will also be featuring on the forthcoming #VirusdaMixtape compilation as he completes work on his forthcoming debut EP titled Prince of the Throne (POT) which will be released later in the year.

Fast-rising Nigerian record label GberaTinrin Studios is poised to put IB (Ibadan) further on the music map with their new brand of feel-good Nigerian music, first with the forthcoming release of the brand new mixtape titled #VirusdaMixtape due out in the first half of 2012.

Created with the aim of feeding audiences and listeners with a great blend of musical styles, unique production and individual brands, GberaTinrin Studios is aiming to produce the best true mixtape experience for listeners.

Classed as Naija Hip-Hop - a blend of different genres of Music including Rap, Afro Pop, Highlife, Afrobeats and Fuji - the #VirusdaMixtape will feature over 10 popular and up-coming artists including The New KentroWorld, Mini Yong, Mohdara and in-house producer St. Buster Keyz amongst others.

NEW VIDEO: Kelmah - One Love feat. General Pype

Picasso Entertainment‘s Diva material, beauty and Dance/RnB/Raggae/Pop singer, Kelmah debuts her video with General Pype for the collaborative track titled ‘One love‘. ‘One love’ sees the sultry singer signed to Picasso Entertainment singing on a reggae riddim and General Pype on the subject of world peace. Kelmah collaborated with Harrysong on her debut single titled ‘thinking about you’, a duet artistically acclaimed by critics and sundry, One love sees another impressive performance from the female singer born in Nairobi, Kenya but based in Nigeria.

This is the beautiful visuals for the world peace song titled 'One love' by Kelmah featuring General Pype.

NEW MUSIC: Jaymo - Ma nawo

CASHMINE presents JEMINE JOLOMI A.K.A JAYMO a talented vocalist long awaited and hugely anticipated singles "MA NAWO " produced by BIZZOUCH - a fast rising producer.

Real name JEMINE JOLOMI a.k.a JAYMO is a talented vocalist with great musical ability and flair, many who have listened to the artiste say he is destined for a fulfilled life in music.He was born 12th of January in Warri, Delta state but resides in Abuja. His voice is original and depicts his astute understanding for the music. Definitely, one of the brightest prospect to be introduced this year.

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P Square, Wizkid Feature on BET Spotlight

Pop duo P Square and wizkid are featuring on this week's BET Spotlight .BET spotlight is a new half hour series by BET International that invites some of the brightest stars to step into BET spotlight where they share their lives through words and music.The program will air on friday March 30,2012 at 8:30 PM GMT

NEW MUSIC: TEETO CEEMOS - “GLORY” FEATURING NAYO SOUL & PRODUCED BY ADEY

After blessing us with new visuals for “Missed Call”, TEETO CEEMOS comes through yet again with a brand new record titled “Glory” featuring Nayo Soul on vocals and Adey on production. Feel the vibe on this heavy hitting song backed by Rock-influenced beats as Mr. Ceemos shows off his sharp flow, delivery and lyrical prowess with Nayo Soul complimenting his rap verses excellently with sweet and captivating vocals.

This song “Glory” is serving as a precursor to his official first single which is to be released in April and on this Adey-produced opus, Teeto gives us a further glimpse of what to expect from his debut album dropping later this year via Fresh Boy Entertainment.

Teeto Ceemos - real name, Toyin Tito Salako - was born and raised in Lagos in the early 80's. He fell in love with rap music in the early 90's after being surrounded by it throughout his pre-adolescent years. By the time he graduated from secondary school, Teeto was fully immersed in Hip-Hop music and the culture, even briefly forming a now-defunct rap group called Knights Of The Turn Table.

He moved on to further his education in the University of Lagos where he became a revered battle rap legend. He eventually dropped his first mixtape to critical acclaim from audiences in and out of his university. Little did he know that this would be the prequel to his involvement in the Channel O/Sprite Emcee Africa competition in 2008, where he emerged as Nigeria’s winner.

He then proceeded to Johannesburg for the grand finale where he emerged as runner-up after squaring off with acts from Kenya, Tanzania, Angola, Ghana & South Africa. He returned home and moved on to develop himself as an artist and as fate would have it, he teamed up with Knighthouse’s Mo’Cheddah & Sauce Kid to record one of the biggest songs in 2009, “The Finest”. His first single "Oshamo” featuring Capital Hill Artist and Producer Tha Suspect had a cultural/homegrown vibe to it and was a flagrant display of the rapper's versatility which did quite well on charts and still gets airplay on local TV and radio stations till date.

In 2010, his team (Freshboy Entertainment & Cash In Records producer/Artist Ex-O) teamed up with Soundcity Blast to release his Da Freshness mixtape which was widely accepted by fans and critics alike. Teeto also recently released another Freshboy/Knighthouse collaboration titled "Footprints (Kami)" which features the amazing Iye on vocals with production from Knighthouse in-house producer and Red Bull Music Academy alumni, DJ Klem.

Teeto & his team have been working tenaciously on his debut album which is set to drop later in 2012 and we implore you to expect nothing but the BEST...

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VECTOR, SKALES & HAKYM THE DREAM LINK UP ON DJ MEWSIC POM'S FRESH DEBUT SINGLE "CHECK UP"

Brila FM's in-house DJ, DJ Mewsic comes through with his very impressive official debut single featuring an array of the best of the best in new Nigerian music for 2012 with rising E.M.E rap star Skales trading hard-hitting bars and lyrics with prolific rap newcomer Vector - verse for verse - over this excellent Josh Beatz-produced musical milieu and Hakym The Dream blessing this song with an vocal performance on the chorus to round up a very sublime showing from three of the finest young and new Nigerian artists on this brand new DJ Mewsic POM jam.

Nigerian Disk Jockey, DJ MEWSIC - real name, Ojedokun Emmanuel Oluwafemi - also known as "The Crowned Prince Of Mixes (POM)" has always been smooth, accurate and intelligent on the One's and Two's.

A student of Mass Communications at LASU, the second child in the family of four became a Disc Jockey in 2001 and consistently grafted his way up to now currently working with one of leading radio station in Lagos, Nigeria (Sports Radio 88.9 Brila FM) as the station's in-house Radio DJ - a position he has held down for close to four years.

Also a member of the hottest coalition of Nigeria DJ’s across the globe, Naija DJs, DJ Mewsic garnered the name "Mewsic" from his absolute love for music while his unique skills as a disk jockey and his blend of tunes earned him the title of Prince of Mixes (POM). "Check Up" which features an array of some of the best new artists in Nigeria - Vector, Skales and Hakym The Dream - is the first official single from DJ Mewsic.

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Factory78tv's exclusive interview with Hip Hop artist Sauce Kid

Hip Hop artiste Sauce Kid came into the UK for a few days to promote his latest projects and ofcourse his successful hit track "Carolina " featuring young Afro Pop star David O . The enigmatic figure stopped over at the Factory78tv Studios for a brief chat with Dj Lanre and Adesope where he was happy to lay everything on the table . He talked freely about the Storm records situation, rumours of him being difficult to work with, having one of the biggest tunes of the moment out now and a lot more. Watch the candid interview including Sauce blessing the mic right here on F78tv.

NEW VIDEO: GAISE - THE MOVIE SONG

Award-winning Afrofusion singer, songwriter and artist GAISE returns in 2012 with a brand new video for the massive new remix of “The Movie Song” which is produced by Manie X. Directed by DJ Tee, GAISE makes a big splash unto our screens with this well-crafted video for the remix of “The Movie Song”, the original of which can be found on his critically acclaimed debut album Gaisebaba.

Carefully portraying the story of love and sacrifice from God’s perspective in a contemporary style, Gaise showcases his excellent song writing skills and uses “The Movie Song” to relay the bible story of the birth, life, death and resurrection of Christ in a humorous and witty way.

GAISE - real name, Gboluwaga Akinade IBUOYE - is an Afrofusion artiste signed on to Sanctified Records. The 25-year old Ekiti state native had his high school education at King’s College, Lagos before proceeding to Obafemi Awolowo University to study Economics and soon after graduating, he became a professional music artist in 2010.

GAISE released his debut album titled GAISEBABA in August 2011 to critical acclaim. The album introduced Gaise unto the Music scene as a singer/songwriter with lyrical dexterities and prowess. Utilising a rich blend of witty rhymes, Yoruba lyrics, sound positive content and a unique style of delivery, GAISE’s music appeals to all generations and he is now often described as a ‘breath of fresh air’ in the Nigerian Music Industry.

The album was accompanied by the video for its lead single “Follow Follow” which was nominated for the Best Indigenous Concept at the Nigerian Music Video Awards 2011 while he won The Scepters Award for New Revelation in 2011.

With a massive fan base in the South-West regions of Nigeria, GAISE has had the privilege of headlining several shows in these parts, including the first ever Ekiti Mega Fiesta in December 2011 where he performed alongside Tuface and Sasha. An avid and captivating performer in his own right, GAISE has also thrilled audiences at the likes of Felabration (October 2011), Cool FM Praise Jam (December 2011), Hip Hop World Award Nominees’ Party, Premier FM Ibadan 10th anniversary Celebrations and the Pepsi Campus Tour among others.

New Video: JUSTINA - "SO TEMPTING"

Since bursting on the scene through the "Nokia 1st Chance" competition, to the huge success of her debut single "Omo Too Sexy" which dropped in 2009, not much has been heard of JUSTINA in recent times.

The singer who was mainly kept out of the country because of her Europe tour with her band however is back! And the comeback is nothing close to child's play as she's putting in work and staying around to take and keep that top spot this time.

First off her project book is the video for "So Tempting", a single produced by Del B which she released late last year. The video is banging by every standard and already has started enjoying massive rotation on both local and international TV. It was directed by JJC Skillz.

New Music: TUSTEP FT YARDMAN - AIYE

Fast rising Star Tustep takes no prisoners as he continues to rise to the top and collabo with a range of Top Artists.If you're just getting going this moment and you feel like dancing, well, you've come to the right place. The pride of Lagos Base Legend,Tustep, just released is new single, AIYE FOREIGN ft Yardman, after Unstoppable was Release Fiew Weeks Back. Aiye Foreign it's as sturdy and catchy as any Club song you'll hear this year 2012.Beat was produced by ah you D1 Beat. Mix & master by Elate Sound. Tustep is a Song writer,Performing Artiste, Under Axcid Base Multimedia Company who base in United Kingdom.

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"D'BANJ, SING YOU CANT SING, RAP YOU CANT RAP" - DON JAZZY'S {VIDEO} INTERVIEW WITH HIPHOP WORLD

Don Jazzy speaks to HHW, where he reveals alot on his early beginning, how he met D'banj and How Mo-Hits was formed. He said they almost sold Mo-Hits to Storm Records for 1million Naira but that Obi Asika was dulling at the time.

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Video: L.O.S - On Fire

Video for the Smash single "On Fire" by emerging super-group; L.O.S The single which is already making inroads climbing into the charts , gaining heavy rotation on radio and taking over the clubs across Africa and beyond.

After setting your groove on fire, L.O.S being trendsetters are going to make everyone activate their Bad Guy P with their forthcoming single, which is already a swag anthem.

Directed by Bobby Boulders.

Ghanaian Actress Blasts Movie Makers!

Just as many industrial players have started complaining about the plodding fall of the movie industry, most of the movie stars who took a French leave are also coming back into the scene with the hope that their coming back will help raise the industry.

Not too Long ago Adjetey Anan and Kafui Danku announced their coming back into the movie industry after going out of the country for individual personal businesses.

This time around Soraya Mensah who went out of the scenes after picking up a special Award in the Fashion and Life Achievements Awards through the movie title scorned has announced a comeback into the scene after being spotted at Venus Films office this month.

In a chat with Soraya, she revealed to the media that she went out of the scenes for many reasons, but she is back due to the calls she is getting from her fans.

“Many of my fans will bear with me that even at the time of my pregnancy; I tried my best to accept some scripts. It got to a point that I had to brake for some time since I had many loads on me” she added

When we asked her what she thinks about the movie industry, she revealed that although many people are blaming the gradual collapse of the industry on the type of stories our producers are telling for their films, she thinks the industry not having lots of stars is also another factor the industrial players have to look at.

She added that with the experience she has gained in the industry , she will advice that film producers should try and give upcoming movie stars enough motivation, by giving them their script in time,” they should not be frustrating them in any way so the job can be so easy for them “ she noted

Explaining what she meant by frustrating, she stated that most of the time when the film producers are casting, they don’t consider the upcoming ones and by so doing they don’t give them enough time to practice their script in any way.

“When you go to Hollywood, based on the majority of African film makers who want to reach in their movie career, they really have time to train upcoming movie stars and even to the extent of training the professionals also, there are lots of stars in Hollywood who didn’t play any major role but were able to get to the peak in their career because lots of time went into shooting their scenes “she lamented

“so to me personally , I think for us to make more stars we need to first consider giving the upcoming ones good opportunity , being it minor or major role and lots of time should go into shooting their scenes” she suggested

Ghanaian rapper ‘Sky Tee’ records a song with Jay Z

Hip life artist Sky Tee formally of 8pm Boys fame whose debut album 'hyia me na gye' hit the airwaves and TV screens a couple of years ago is currently in studio with hip hup legend Jay Z working on his first solo album after splitting from 8pm Boyz group.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with a section of the media, sky Tee revealed that the desire to hit the international market instigated him to bring on board the high profile hip hop artist.

According to him, music like sports is an international brand and therefore the only way Ghanaian artist can derive the deserving dividends from their works is to collaborate with already established internationally known artist.

The album which is titled “The Top Job” is likely to be released later this year. “This album is the manifestation of the hard work I’ve been doing over the past ten years as an underground artist both in Ghana and South Africa and I am so glad we have been able to pool it through”

I must say that my production team has done a marvelous job by pulling through this collaboration”. “I didn’t believe it would be possible to get Jay on this album but it happened.” He said.

He called on hip-hop artist to place high value on the profession as it remains one industry that can boost the nation’s foreign exchange.

He also called on government to help the local music industry flourish by injecting the much needed capital in the industry to ensure that the needed equipment and infrastructure to make the local music industry break into the international sector.

He called on the legislature to pass stringent laws that would discourage people from pirating.”

“If government is really committed to tackling the unemployment situation, then investment in the music industry is one sure way of reducing the massive unemployment situation in the country”

“One successful musician can employ as many fifty other people so what happens when hundred musicians are successful.”

He added that Ghana has a country has not been able to take full advantage of its, unique musical culture and rhythm as far as the international market is concerned.

He has therefore pledged to fly high the flag of the nation in the area of music just as the National Soccer Teams have done in in the past.

MTN Ghana joins Sarkodie’s Rapperholic concert in Kumasi

Kelvin Poku Boateng,CEO of Kumasi’s premier event management group,Homeproud has confirmed receipt of an undisclosed package from AshCell Ltd,an authorised dealer of Ghana’s leading mobile telephony company,MTN ahead of Sarkodie’s Rapperholic Concert on Easter Sunday,April 8 in Kumasi.

Presenting the package on behalf of the company,Jerry Otchi,Corporate Service Executive of AshCell Ltd said they have followed the exploits of Homeproud Entertainment over the years and found it opportune to associate with the group at this time. Sarkodie,Ghana’s fastest rapper is expected to do a Kumasi version of his Rapperholic Album Launch with support from sensational hiplife artistes such as Efya,Raquel,Guru,Tiffany,StayJay,Edem and others , this Easter,April 8 at the plush Royal Lamerta Hotel,Ahodwo.

NEW VIDEO: IYANYA --- KUKERE

Check out the video to Iyanya's "Kukere".. This song is being touted as the MTN Project Fame Winner's Breakout song.

LUV FM’S ANITA ENDORSES SARKODIE, AHEAD OF RAPPERHOLIC CONCERT IN KUMASI

Luv FM’s flagship presenter Anita Akua Kyerewaa Kuma has described Ghana’s rap sensation Sarkodie,as the best of his generation.The popular radio icon with a longstanding dominance over midmorning radio in Kumasi, made these remarks in an exclusive interview with event publicist and blogger, Kwabena Agyeman-Kobia,saying Sarkodie is a phenomenal success citing his recent nominations at the GMA’s coupled with his latest eighteen track album release as enough justification for his utter dominance of the Ghanaian music scene in recent times.

Anita who couldn’t hide her elation about Sarkodie’s decision to replicate the Rapperholic Album Launch in Kumasi, again stated that she was all too excited to have learnt that ‘The Rapperholic’, Sarkodie was a complete teetotal and also drug free.

The ‘Azonto King’,Sarkodie is expected to do a live-band rendition of all his tracks,with utter support from sensational hiplife artistes such as Guru,Dcryme,Efya,Raquel,Tiffany,Edem,Ketche,StayJay,Awal and others yet-to-be-named,in a show that is expected to draw the Garden City’s biggest ever Easter crowd, in the part two of the Rapperholic Album Launch on Easter Sunday,April 8 at the Royal Lamerta Hotel in Kumasi.

NEW VIDEO: M.I --- 7 DAYS.

official video of the single by M.I Abaga 7dayz directed by clarence peters

Photos: Akon Visits P-Square In Lagos

P-Sqaure are definitely living the life. As they say, Twins mostly comes with HUGE luck. I’m sure I would be the most happiest guy in the world if a superstar like Akon pays me a surprise visit. Who won’t be? We got hold of pictures of Akon with the twins at the Square Ville (P-Square’s Home) In Lagos. It seems Akon just love their friendship. Africa at it’s PEAK. Check out the pics below.