January 28, 2012

XTsamurai – ‘Shine In My Light’

XTsamurai traces his foray into music to a musical family. Growing up with a singing mom and multi-instrumentalist father, he gained significant musical awareness as a child. Finding a growing love for guitar-based music, he was drawn towards blues and rock music which he has successfully fused with his own unique style.

His rock influences have been Third Day, Linkin Park, P.O.D, Staind and System of a Down. On the other hand, rap has also found its place in his music and he cites Eminem, Bone thugs ‘n’ Harmony and D.A. Truth as part of his rap influences.

He is currently working on several projects and towards the release of his debut album which would be made available second quarter 2012. His new single is “Shine in my Light’ in which he features super producer Flo. The song talks about standing up for what is good while drawing strength from within.

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January 25, 2012

It’s Freshman Year for Posly Td!

Ifeoluwani Aderemi is his birth name, Posly Td is his stage name; an acronym for ''Pouring out sick lyrics till death''

Born into a Royal family, the latest addition in the music industry, is one of the grandson of the first African Governor of western region, the late Ooni of Ife, Sir Adesoji Aderemi, A third year undergraduate of Mass Communication at Lead City University, Posly grew up listening to rap musicians like 2pac, Nas, Jayz, Lil Wayne and Common. His fondness for music grew fast and was articulated into other creative forms.

The Singer and songwriter who also create his own beats at the age of 5 started writing his rap at 12. He spent part of his early life in the United Kingdom and was one of the founding members of the dance group, Explicit which he later left to focus on his music.

He has worked with Sossick, Ex-O, OJB Jezereel, Tymix with two Singles titled, ‘Good Loving’ and ‘Rising Star’ out and on websites for download.

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Shorty Ace

December 3, 2011

Hold Up!!!! Shorty Ace - Miami Music

A cool record from Shorty Ace, Passes off as a rap with a totally different style of his own – very applaudable. ‘Miami Music’ is what I have come to expect from Shorty Ace but maybe I [other fans] would want to be surprise, not feed what that anticipate. This single showcases brilliant lyrical prowess, wordplay and remarkable finesse from SHORTY ACE a.k.a Bembs.

‘Miami Music’ is produced by DJ PEEWEE, takes us on a mind trip to a neighborhood known for it’s class, beautiful women, leisure and beautiful scenery.. MIAMI in Florida and LEKKI in Eti – Osa Local Government area of Nigeria. These spots popular for their water side and the crowd it brings, is metaphored here as the after work lounging kinda life.

a-q

November 14, 2011

Behind-The-Scene Photos From A-Q’s Champagne & Rum Video Shoot

Fast rising rap artiste Gilbert ‘A-Q’ Ubani recently shot a video at the Capital Hill Studios for his single ‘Champagne and Rum’. Champagne and Rum is off his official debut album released months ago, the rapper has however released a new single weeks ago off his forthcoming sophomore album which is tentatively title ‘Groove Theory’. The track titled ‘groovement’ features M.etal managed recording artiste, Sammy. A-Q held a press briefing and media parley event on the 1st of October at Swebar, Lagos where the single was performed for the first time – pictures from that event would be made available soon. Days ago, he released the buzzing collaboration with Terry Tha Rapman, Vector, XO senavoe and Baseone.

Colleagues of the Hustle Inc. signed rap artiste: M Trill. Vector, Terry Tha Rapman, Jarmeu and others were on set of the video shoot. Video would be released in a few days.

November 12, 2011

SAND, SUN, AND LOTS OF FUN AS COPA LAGOS DEBUTS

Beach Soccer world wide in partnership with Kinetics Sports, has launched its first ever beach soccer world tournament in Sub Saharan Africa. Tagged Copa Lagos, the three day action packed event will kick off on December 16 and will end on December 18th.

Hosted by Eko Atlantic, this sporting format which originated in Brazil offers a relaxing outdoor ambiance for the young and young at heart.

Already, the social media world is buzzing with activities from Copa Lagos, and those in the know are on the look out for a once in a life experience come the 16th of December. Beyond being a sporting event, Copa Lagos promises to be a full weekend of entertainment, with a variety of features ranging from a fashion show, to music concerts, cheerleading stings, DJ Jump offs, amazing parties – Ibiza Style, and of course the four team beach soccer tournament. Word on the streets is that, the organizers have confirmed a multiple award winning international DJ to play at the event alongside Nigeria’s hottest DJ Jimmy Jatt, as well as a hot line up of Nigerian artistes.

The major countries that will compete at Copa Lagos this year, include Nigeria, Brazil, South Africa and England, offering participants an exciting feel of the world of competitive sand sports.

The event will be broadcast both globally on over 21 television stations, including Fox sports, Al Jazeera Sports, ESPN, Super Sports, AIT, amongst others, reaching 250 million households. It is guaranteed to be the biggest and most entertaining sporting event ever held in Nigeria.

To further emphasize the entertainment aspects of the event, the organizers are extending an amazing opportunity for fans to win a million naira worth of prizes on Copa Lagos Social networks, by participating in teasers and prediction games counting down to the event. Lucky fans will receive a meet and greet opportunity with the national teams, autographed jerseys, merchandise, smart phones, movie tickets, spa tickets, lunch at a fancy restaurant, free event tickets, and an all access pass to witness this ground breaking event.

Check out the official Website of Copa Lagos, www.copalagos.com ,visit www.facebook.com/copalagos and Follow @copalagos on twitter to get the latest news and details on the event.

October 30, 2011

Playbuoy – Playboy Feat BrymO [Video]

Playbouy is back, not with a new style but more energy and focus. The young rapper recently hooked up with Chocolate City‘s BrymO, who is steadily becoming a hook-master to drop his latest single aptly titled ‘Playboy‘.

Mid-tempo, hard hitting 808s, just the right kind of song to make a second impression. The song was produced by Sarz.

Watch the video directed by DJ Tee below…

September 24, 2011

Ice Prince Drops Debut Album

The past few month have been very amazing for the superstar crooner Ice Prince and his record label , chocolate city which have the array of stars like MI, Jesse Jags and Brymo. There is even more reason for

ice prince and his fans to be excited as his much awaited debut album titled E.L.I (Everybody loves ice prince) is scheduled to be release on the 4th of october 2011 but will be launched officially at the prestigious Expo Centre Eko hotel and suites Victoria Island Lagos, on the 9th of October 2011 by Chocolate City in partnership with Conceptshot Nigerian Limited and Pearl Entertainment.

Ice prince have already release two singles from the E.L.I album "Oleku" which he featured his label mate Brymo which was voted the most played song on Nigerian radio stations for 2010 by poll of radio station playlist and also the most remix Nigerian song with over 97 different cover version of the song. "Superstar" the second single is the top of requests list in both radio stations around Nigeria and clubs. The track was recently licensed for the African Reality program which is sponsored by R70/ Ludacrus and his Distributing the Peace Label.

E.L.I has the compilation of tracks which he featured the Choc Boiz, Tuface, South African Hip Hop super star HHP, upcoming G.R.I.P Boiz, Morell among other. The albulm is produced by Chocolate City's production power house and multi award winning producer Jesse Jagz.

As a part of the build up to the event, Ice Prince will make a number of appearances at the hottest spots in Lagos and also have a television and radio tour.

The fans have not been left out as there is an exciting giveaway contest for 10 golden tickets to the launch, 20 autographed copies of the album, 2 apple iPads and 4 BlackBerry Bold.

September 18, 2011

Slim Brown ft. Durella, Wizboyy - Akara don done

Slim Brown has returned with the remix of the street anthem "AKARA DON DONE" ft. Wizboyy, the single which became an anthem on the streets of mainly the south eastern and south southern parts of the country and strongly breaking grounds in Nigeria. This warranted the AKARA DON DONE (remix) ft. Durella, Wizboyy, for greater appeal. Slim Brown can be considered the next big break-out artiste coming from the south eastern part of the country, he was given the seat as the guest judge/artiste at the just concluded regional finals of the Mnet/Glo NAIJA SINGS in Enugu, a show seen by millions across Africa, were he put up a spectacular performance.

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Toronto Artist, Ebedoz Releases New MIXTAPE ‘Escape Off’

Born in Benin City, Nigeria, Ebedoz (Ebere Udeozor) has had a love for music from early childhood. Despite facing numerous obstacles along his path, Ebedoz used them as fodder to his passion and drive to realize his dreams.

From participating in local gigs to singing at the local church, Ebedoz eventually joined a musical group where he further polished his craft.

After moving to Canada, Ebedoz became a finalist at the Peace Country Idol singing competition in 2005 in Alberta, and shortly after, moved to Toronto.

His debut project "Just Boarded" was released early July 2011 and Ebedoz recieved a shout out from Kendrick Lamar after he hear one of tracks "Escape" off the mixtape.

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Maestro - Feeling Myself

The music industry will again witness the best of hip hop like never seen before when gifted singer,Abdul AbdulKadir otherwise known as Maestro unleash his debut hit single entitled Feeling Myself. The single is set to be released on saturday ,September 17, 2011 by . Merovin, a management company owns by brilliant youngman, Musa.

The graduate of Information Techology at FUT MINNA has done collaborations with biggest hip hop acts like Pherowshuz, Terry Tha Rapman, Overdose, Praiz among others and he is ready to drop his debut single. Maestro will be releasing his debut album next year. In a chat with us, the Kaduna State born artiste said it is time for him to ignite the industry with his style of music, saying that, "I am ready for the real business, which is good music and I have what it takes to change the face of Nigeria hip hop music."

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Iceprince Interview (After Afrobeats Festival 2011)

The long awaited debut album for the "oleku" crooner Iceprince, E.L.I ( everybody loves Iceprince ) is set for release on the 9th of October 2011.

Factory78tv caught up with him after his appearance at the Afrobeats festival to talk about the album delay , sad loss of his mum and all things E.L.I.

Watch the exciting yet emotional interview right here.

Engager Debuts With 'Engage You' Video

Afolabi Tiwatope Ogunleye a.k.a ENGAGER is a London based Nigerian singer and songwriter.

His stage energy, swag and performance strength is why he has been Titled 'THE ENGAGER' because he engages and entertains the crowd and keep them captivated for as long as he's on stage. This however is no surprise as he is a cousin to the master of stage-craft D'BANJ.

He started singing when he was 12years of age and was in the choir back in his secondary school days 'Nigerian Navy Secondary School Abeokuta'. Engager Schooled in Covenant University, Nigeria where he obtained his BSc in Business Administration in 2007 and went further in his education to acquire a MSc in International Business at the University of Birmingham UK in 2011.

Engager is tenacious and a very humble young man with his ambition to be Africas biggest artist and a major icon for Africa. He's been described as the next D'Banj by acts like Samklef, Skales, Wizkid and some of his other friends.

He has kick started his music career by dropping his singles Engage you (featuring Skales and R.I.C), Olodo (featuring R.I.C) and Low-key. He's also shot a video for the lead single Engage You, the video was directed by SAMKLEF who also produced the song.