Iconic artist -Nelly- named the ‘I Am Hip Hop’ award recipient for the 2021 ‘Bet Hip Hop Awards’
Ladipoe & Nasty C nominated for BET Hip Hop Best International Flow
BET has announced DOUBLE DIAMOND SELLING SUPERSTAR rapper and entrepreneur Nelly as the ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ recipient of the 2021 “I Am Hip Hop” Award. From chart-topping hits that include “Hot in Herre,” “Dilemma” (feat. Kelly Rowland), “Country Grammar,” “Ride Wit Me,” and “Cruise” (with Florida Georgia Line), to his popular fashion line “Apple Bottoms,” to starring in the hit series Real Husbands of Hollywood, and his own reality show Nellyville, the charismatic, multi-platinum music icon will be celebrated for his massive contributions to music and the culture at large. The 2021 ‘BET Hip Hop Awards’ will air from the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, GA, and will premiere 06 October 2021 on BET Africa (DStv Channel 129, GoTV Channel 21) at 02:00 WAT/03:00 CAT and repeats at 19:00 WAT/ 20:00 CAT on the same day.
Monde Twala, Senior Vice President and General Manager of ViacomCBS Networks Africa and Peer Lead BET International commented, “Congratulations to Nelly for well deserved recognition of the "I am HIP HOP Award". The BET Hip Hop Awards continues to celebrate and recognise the best in Hip Hop culture, and we look forward to continuing the elevation of black culture, black excellence, black entertainment and hip-hop culture globally. We wish all our nominees across Africa, UK, Europe, South America and beyond the best at this year’s awards.”
“I am honoured to receive this award and humbled to be in such great company of past artists who have received this award,” said Nelly, this year’s I Am Hip Hop Award recipient. “I have been blessed to work with some incredible people in my career, making 22 years go by in the blink of an eye. This award isn’t just about Nelly; it is about my fans, BET, and the people that continue to support me and allow me to do what I love to do.”
Nigeria’s Ladipoe and South Africa’s Nasty C fly the African flag high as previously announced nominees for the 2021 Best International Flow category.
Previously announced nominees include Cardi B, Lil Durk, and Megan Thee Stallion, leading the pack with nine nominations each, followed by Drake with an impressive eight nods. Tyler, The Creator and Metro Boomin tie for third-most nominations securing four nods each. Other notable nominees include 21 Savage, DJ Khaled, J. Cole, and Pooh Shiesty, who received three each. Bia, Chris Brown, Doja Cat, Jay Z, Lil Nas X, Migos, Nicki Minaj, Roddy Ricch, Saweetie, Young Thug, and Yung Bleu received two nominations. For the full list of nominees, selected by a voting academy of esteemed music industry insiders, click HERE.
Voting for the 2021 ‘BET Hip Hop Awards' DJ of the Year and Best Hip Hop Platform is now open: https://www.votehiphopawards.
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See below for the complete list of 2021 “BET HIP HOP AWARDS” Official Nominees:
BEST INTERNATIONAL FLOW
LADIPOE (NIGERIA)
NASTY C (SOUTH AFRICA)
XAMÃ (BRAZIL)
LAYLOW (FRANCE)
GAZO (FRANCE)
LITTLE SIMZ (UK)
DAVE (UK)
HIP HOP ALBUM OF THE YEAR
A GANGSTA’S PAIN (MONEYBAGG YO)
CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST (TYLER, THE CREATOR)
CULTURE III (MIGOS)
GOOD NEWS (MEGAN THEE STALLION)
KHALED KHALED (DJ KHALED)
SAVAGE MODE II (21 SAVAGE & METRO BOOMIN)
THE OFF-SEASON (J. COLE)
SONG OF THE YEAR
BACK IN BLOOD PRODUCED BY YC (POOH SHIESTY FEAT. LIL DURK)
LATE AT NIGHT PRODUCED BY MUSTARD (RODDY RICCH)
LAUGH NOW CRY LATER.PRODUCED BY G. RY, CARDOGOTWINGS, ROGET CHAHAYED & YUNG EXCLUSIVE (DRAKE FEAT. LIL DURK)
UP PRODUCED BY YUNG DZA, SEAN ISLAND, DJ SWANQO (CARDI B)
WAP PRODUCED BY AYO & KEYZ (CARDI B FEAT. MEGAN THEE STALLION)
WHOLE LOTTA MONEY (REMIX) PRODUCED BY LONDON JAE, BEATGODZ, TEE ROMANO (BIA FEAT. NICKI MINAJ)
HIP HOP ARTIST OF THE YEAR
CARDI B
DRAKE
J. COLE
LIL BABY
MEGAN THEE STALLION
TYLER, THE CREATOR
BEST HIP HOP VIDEO
CARDI BUP
CARDI B FEAT. MEGAN THEE STALLIONWAP
CHRIS BROWN & YOUNG THUG GO CRAZY
DRAKE FEAT. LIL DURKLAUGH NOW CRY LATER
LIL NAS XMONTERO (CALL ME BY YOUR NAME)
SAWEETIE FEAT. DOJA CATBEST FRIEND
BEST NEW HIP HOP ARTIST
BLXST
COI LERAY
DON TOLIVER
MORRAY
POOH SHIESTY
YUNG BLEU
BEST COLLABORATION
21 SAVAGE & METRO BOOMIN FEAT. DRAKEMR. RIGHT NOW
BIA FEAT. NICKI MINAJWHOLE LOTTA MONEY (REMIX)
CARDI B FEAT. MEGAN THEE STALLIONWAP
DJ KHALED FEAT. LIL BABY & LIL DURKEVERY CHANCE I GET
DRAKE FEAT. LIL DURKLAUGH NOW CRY LATER
POOH SHIESTY FEAT. LIL DURKBACK IN BLOOD
BEST DUO OR GROUP
21 SAVAGE & METRO BOOMIN
CHRIS BROWN & YOUNG THUG
CITY GIRLS
FUTURE & LIL UZI VERT
LIL BABY & LIL DURK
MIGOS
BEST LIVE PERFORMER
BUSTA RHYMES
CARDI B
DABABY
DOJA CAT
MEGAN THEE STALLION
TYLER, THE CREATOR
LYRICIST OF THE YEAR
BENNY THE BUTCHER
DRAKE
J. COLE
LIL BABY
MEGAN THEE STALLION
NAS
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
COLE BENNETT
COLIN TILLEY
DAVE MEYERS
DIRECTOR X
HYPE WILLIAMS
MISSY ELLIOTT
DJ OF THE YEAR
CHASE B
D NICE
DJ CASSIDY
DJ DRAMA
DJ ENVY
DJ JAZZY JEFF
DJ SCHEME
KAYTRANADA
PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
DJ KHALED
HIT-BOY
METRO BOOMIN
MUSTARD
THE ALCHEMIST
TYLER, THE CREATOR
HUSTLER OF THE YEAR
CARDI B
DRAKE
LIL BABY
MEGAN THEE STALLION
SAWEETIE
YUNG BLEU
BEST HIP HOP PLATFORM
COMPLEX
GENIUS
HIP HOP DX
HOT NEW HIPHOP
THE BREAKFAST CLUB
THE SHADE ROOM
WORLDSTAR HIPHOP
XXL
SWEET 16: BEST FEATURED VERSE
CARDI BTYPE SHIT (MIGOS FEAT. CARDI B)
DRAKEHAVIN' OUR WAY (MIGOS FEAT. DRAKE)
JAY-ZWHAT IT FEELS LIKE (NIPSEY HUSSLE FEAT. JAY-Z)
LIL DURKBACK IN BLOOD (POOH SHIESTY FT. LIL DURK)
MEGAN THE STALLIONON ME (REMIX) (LIL BABY FT. MEGAN THEE STALLION)
RODDY RICCHLEMONADE (REMIX) (INTERNET MONEY FEAT. DON TOLIVER & RODDY RICCH)
IMPACT TRACK
BLACK THOUGHTTHOUGHT VS EVERYBODY
LIL NAS XMONTERO (CALL ME BY YOUR NAME)
LIL BABY & KIRK FRANKLIN WE WIN
MEEK MILL FEAT. LIL DURKPAIN AWAY
NIPSEY HUSSLE FEAT. JAY-ZWHAT IT FEELS LIKE
RAPSODY12 PROBLEMS
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Inspiring a major part of the history and evolution of the Nigerian sound, Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo is not a name you hear often. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, Augustine, popularly known as Blackface Naija, discussed how he has managed a struggling career despite writing chart-topping songs and receiving negative criticisms from the media after a song launch with host and co-founder of Joy Inc. Chude Jideonwo.
Starting out his career when Nigerian music was not widely accepted, Blackface Naija became a well-known name when he wrote the Nigerian classic, African Queen. Although this song garnered the love and attention of people all over the world, Blackface Naija did not get the credit due to him. This didn't seem to move him as he stated that though he was sad he never got acknowledged for the stellar work he did with the song, he was excited about the acceptance that it got.
For him, making music was not about amassing wealth; it was about making sounds people love and connect with. In his words, “I came into music to make music for the fans. I did not come into music because I wanted to get rich. No Nigerian music industry or any Award has given me one Award from all the music I’ve made because I am the one they don’t want to rate. I am the one they don’t want to talk about. But as long as the people embrace the music then, who cares?”
Delving deeper into the trajectory of his career over the years, he said, in terms of how people quantify success, “I haven’t been successful in the music industry, the work I’ve put in pays me and lets me have a big house and a big place- but I don’t have that. What I really have is the respect of the people on the street. The people who say thank you for the music.”
Explaining why he feels his career has gone the way it has, Blackface said that it is because he does music differently from how it is usually done. Despite the mixed reaction that surrounds his music, Blackface continues to make enthralling music that has continued to remain relevant today.
MTV Base has announced that the long-awaited fourth season of its ‘ultimate guide to the laws of manhood’, Guy Code, which premiered on Sunday, September 5, 2021, will continue on DSTV Channel 322 and GOtv Channel 72 at 21:00 WAT.
This new season will feature an interesting lineup of celebrities, including Ex BB Naija Housemate, Laycon; Hypeman - Twix Da Jams; talented OAPs, Sensei Uche, Onyema Chiwete and Kaycee of City FM; as well as choreographer Izzy Odigie, Bibi Rai amongst others. These celebrities will share their thoughts on various hot topics concerning men in Nigeria.
Speaking on the new season, Senior Channels Manager, ViacomCBS Networks Africa, Solafunmi Sosanya, said, "We are very excited for the premiere of Guy Code season 4. These last three seasons have been an enjoyable experience for viewers as they have been able to explore all the struggles, highs, lows and everything that comes with being a Nigerian man, with a few tips as well. This season, we are digging even deeper into the very complex mindset that makes up manhood and we guarantee that every episode will be a buzz!"
Teasing on the theme of the first episode, Sosanya hinted that celebrities will be dissecting topics around the “latest dating trends, with a thing or two on toys and aphrodisiacs".
MTV Base’s Guy Code is a show that seeks to invade the world of men and decipher their somewhat unspoken language. This season will bring back all the exciting discussions about the comical lows and hilarious highs of being a Nigerian man.
Catch all-new episodes of Guy Code, every Sunday, on DSTV Channel 322 and GOtv Channel 72 at 21:00WAT. You can also follow @mtvbasewest across all social media platforms for more worthy scoops from the show and join the conversation using the hashtag #MTVBaseGuyCode.
Behind the story season 5 back on BET Africa (Dstv Channel 129, GoTV Channel 21) with new look, new format and new host Nomalanga Shozi
BET declared 2021 the year of the black woman and in celebration of black female excellence, BET Africa (DStv channel 129, GoTV Channel 21) is pleased to announce the return of Behind The Story Season 5 with one of South Africa Msanzi’s favourite female personalities Nomalanga “the Flame'' Shozi as the new host. Over and above the new host, the new season returns with a new look and new format, Behind The Story Season 5 is set to premiere on Saturday, 9 October at 18:30 WAT/19:30 CAT.
Nomalanga Shozi is no stranger to the BET family, she rose to stardom when she was announced as the first host for BET Breaks Africa and presenter for the black excellence channel in 2018. Nomalanga has represented Africa at a number of BET international tentpoles from the BET Awards, BET Soul Train Awards to the BET Hip Hop awards where she got to rub shoulders and interview a number of international stars like Erykah Badu, Angela Bassett, Tyler Perry and more. Nomalanga wears many hats. She is a radio host, actress and TV presenter. She is known for gracing our TV screens on a number of daily dramas such as BET Africa’s original ISONO, MTV Shuga, to name a few and is the drive time show co-host on KZN’s biggest commercial radio station GagasiFM.
“Congratulations to Nomalanga on her new role as the host of the newest format and season of Behind The Story, we are proud to showcase and elevate black girl magic on BET Africa,” said Monde Twala, SVP and GM for ViacomCBS Networks Africa, Peer Lead, BET International. " We live in unprecedented times where innovation and creativity are a new gold. In launching the new format and new look we aim to give our audiences content that is bold, entertaining and fun.” added Twala.
This October more truths will be revealed on Behind The Story Season 5. The new season is set to have an entirely new look and feel. The entire format of the show will be quite different from what we are used to. The new host Nomalanga Shozi will pick up a local celebrity guest for a drive around Joburg. They will visit key places during their interview i.e. significant places in the guest’s life - their first location where they got their big break, first house, a place they met their partner, all to give the fans a more indepth look into the lives of their favourite celebrities. Additionally Nomalanga and her guest will be stopping at key sites and landmarks in and around Joburg, like Vilakazi Street or Maboneng precinct.
The ecstatic Nomalanga Shozi “The Flame” commented,” I am super excited to relaunch myself as a seasoned presenter in the industry, this platform is going to give the viewers a different side of me, you have never seen Nomalanga like this, the new look and new format is definitely going to keep viewers glued to their screens as more truths are told on Behind The Story Season 5.”
Be sure to catch the best in black entertainment and The Flame Nomalanga Shozi with the premiere of season 5 of Behind the Story exclusively on BET Africa DStv channel 129, GoTV Channel 21, the home of black entertainment and black excellence on 5 October 2021 at 18:30 WAT/19:30 CAT.
For more information on BEHIND THE STORY SEASON 5 inspiring local programming visit www.betafrica.tv, like and chat to us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BETinAfrica, or join the conversation on Twitter and Instagram @BET_Africa
Fresh off being recognised as the ‘Outstanding Entertainment Company of the Decade’ at the 8th Annual Awards of Excellence by Marketing Edge, MTV Base premiered its hot new show, ‘Top 10 Street Anthems’, on Saturday, 4th September at 11:00 WAT.
Top Ten Street anthems is a weekly show that rounds down the trendy, chart topping songs shutting down the streets and airwaves.
The Senior Channels Manager at ViacomCBS Networks Africa (parent brand of MTV Base), Solafunmi Sosanya added that, “The new show brings a fresh, contagious energy which will translate nicely to our youthful, teeming audience. The show will embody and promote our local colloquialisms, culture, and heritage as Nigerians while also serving as a connector for people across various economic and demographic strata.”
There's so much to look forward to in this brand new, sensational season of the MTV Base ‘Top 10 Street Anthems’, so join Ilooise every Saturday at 11:00 WAT on MTV Base, DSTV channel 322 and GOtv channel 72, as he ranks your favourite songs from 10 to 1. Follow @MTVBaseWest for more info.
Will your faves make it to MTV Base's Top 10 Street Anthems chart this week? Find out this Saturday at 11:00 WAT!
Exclusive first to air footage on DJ Zinhle’s growing family journey
This Saturday, 18 September, Club DJ, Business Mogul, Style Icon and now mother of two, DJ Zinhle, lets viewers into her world, as the highly anticipated DJ ZINHLE-THE UNEXPECTED premieres exclusively only on BET Africa (DStv 129, GoTV Channel 21) at 18:30 WAT/19:30 CAT. The series follows the super ambitious and fan favourite DJ Zinhle who unexpectedly discovers that she is pregnant with baby number two. Her dilemma is not how to break the news to her friends and family but to rather tightly maneuver the uncontrollable chain reaction of revealing her pregnancy before her intended moment.
In the opening episode, DJ Zinhle and daughter bond beautifully Kairo’s beautifully this is followed by a heart-to-heart telephone conversation with her sister and confidant Gugu who is an integral part of her life. She opens up about her relationship with Murdah Bongz and DJ Zinhle sheds sentimental tears. All this plays out against the glitzy backdrop of her video premiere for the new hit song, Indlovu.
Be sure to catch the best in black girl magic and entertainment when DJ Zinhle –The Unexpected premieres this Saturday exclusively on BET Africa DStv channel 129 and GoTV Channel 21, the home of black entertainment, black excellence and black culture at 18:30 WAT/19:30 CAT.
As part of DStv’s ongoing commitment to drive value and convenience to customers, DStv Family subscribers will be able to watch the first three episodes of DJ ZINHLE-The Unexpected as part of the BET Open Window which will run between 17 September – 3 October. So don’t miss out!
For more information on DJ Zinhle - The Unexpected Reality Show and inspiring local programming visit www.betafrica.tv, like and chat to us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BETinAfrica, or join the conversation on Twitter and Instagram @BET_Africa
BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs television programming for the African American audience. The primary BET channel is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions including BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s growing festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.
Being a victim of attempted rape herself, Nkechi took the issue rather personally. Recounting her story, Nkechi said, "When I was about 16 or 17, I had this sister who I used to tell that I was a virgin but she would always say that I was lying because I was wild. Though my mum had a beer parlour as at that time, she was so strict with her kids that you couldn't see them messing around."
"On this day, she invited me out with her boyfriend. I was cool with it but then it started to seem as though she wanted to set me up with her boyfriend to confirm if I was still a virgin or not. They brought drinks and I drank them. She stood up, left, and said she would be back. Then, the guy stood up and sat beside me. My mind immediately went to the fact that my mother didn't believe I was a virgin. I was scared to death but I knew I needed to do something. Next thing, I summed up the courage to leave and the guy held me down and said 'you're not going anywhere'. Then, I asked him, 'uncle, you wan rape me?' This statement startled him and then he let me go", he said.
This experience, coupled with the numerous stories of others who she had heard of that were brutally raped, was what triggered her.
Making reference to the Baba Ijesha case, she said, "I can only imagine what that 14-year old girl was going through. No sane human being will hear such a thing and be happy with it, unless he/she was also a child molester".
Later on in the episode, Nkechi spoke rather fondly of her mother, who she still lives with till date. She told Chude that her mother had single-handedly taken care of them even before she lost her father in 2014. In her words, "she has been a father and a mother". She hopes that her mother will live long so she can take care of her the way she deserves.
Nkechi is a wife and a mother herself; she's married to a man who she says lets her be herself. The duo have a two-year-old son.
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New local content slate on BET Africa includes Behind the Story Season 5, Black Tax Season 2 and spicy storytelling on 7 deadly sins
BET Africa (DStv channel 129, Gotv Channel 21) is proud to bring to audiences a variety of the freshest local content to broaden our local entertainment offering to viewers. This October, viewers will enjoy the best in new local content, from the latest season of comedy series Black Tax, a whole new season of Behind the Story and authentic 7 Deadly Sins in partnership with the KZN Film Commission.
This October, Behind The Story returns to screens with a new host and new format for the 5th consecutive season. The tell all local talk show will continue to put some of Africa’s biggest personalities in the driving seat for an exclusive interview. The host gets up close and personal with different artists and celebrity personalities to delve into the struggles and successes of their careers, personal lives and the headline stories that surround them. This approach will allow viewers to take an intimate look into the characters we have grown to love and appreciate. The new season promises to be an unparalleled one and premieres exclusively on BET Africa (DStv channel 129, Gotv Channel 21), 09 October at 17:30 WAT/18:30 CAT.
The highly anticipated second season of Black Tax returns to the channel by popular demand in partnership with Showmax, featuring both existing and new cast. Black Tax is the first locally produced sitcom to air on BET Africa and the hilarious storyline follows a successful, young, professional black woman, Thuli, who grapples with the unsaid aspect of Black Tax, which is something that is experienced by most middle-class African people. The second season is a definite must-watch and is set to air on 09 October at 18:00 WAT/19:00 CAT.
“We are thrilled to continue our commitment in elevating local storytelling and talent through authentic and engaging entertainment.” said Monde Twala, SVP and GM for ViacomCBS Networks Africa, Peer Lead, BET International. “The past two years have been game-changing for the channel . The channel’s upcoming content slate features the very best in black culture entertainment from comedy to drama, mystery and intrigue. So proud of our vision of realising local and international content productions that resonate with audiences and celebrate black excellence.
BET Africa and KZN Film Commission (KZNFC) have formed a partnership to bring authentic local stories to audiences across Africa. This series of short films was produced by 7 local production companies in the KZN who were given a brief to develop stories in line with the theme. The content will bring a unique interpretation of the 7 deadly sins, told through the lens of authentic young African filmmakers. This production promises to bring you diverse storylines, emerging local talent and film-friendly locations that open up unique landscapes rarely seen on our screens. This allows the audience to appreciate and acknowledge the beauty of South Africa and the amazing talent that it possesses. The first short film will premiere on Friday, 08 October 2021 at 20:30 WAT/ 21:30 CAT.
BET Africa continues to elevate the rich variety and positive values of Black culture, Black excellence and Black entertainment in a dynamic and innovative way. Be sure to catch the very best in local entertainment this Spring with exclusive programming from BET Africa (DStv Channel 129, GoTV Channel 21). Make sure not to miss out on the amazing offerings that the channel has in store.
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BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs television programming for the African American audience. The primary BET channel is in 125 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions including BET+, the preeminent streaming service for the Black audience; BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s growing festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.
