Sunday, 2 March 2014
Steve Stout Confronted By 50 Cent At New York Knicks Game
According to hiphop-n-more, rapper 50 Cent recently confronted Steve Stout while the two happened to be at a New York Knicks game. A few photos were taken of the interaction and it’s obvious that 50 is less than pleased with Stout, probably due to his recent comments about the rapper’s lack of quality work in the past few years.
“He hasn’t had a hit in a really long time,” Stoute said. “I mean, he has not made anything musically that’s changed anything in a very long time. And I feel like he’s always like gearing up for something that never happens. Hopefully, now that he’s independent and there’s no record company to blame, his aggressive content can get on the air…I think he’s trying to get back, but those guys—you know, music is a great platform. If you’re an entrepreneur and you have a—you’re currently active making music. You’re currently active touching people with albums. That it makes it much easier for you to venture into business deals that will become successful using the music to parlay it to get it done. And without having any music that’s meaningful over the last—probably the last great song he’s made was ‘I Get Money’…Kanye’s put out three albums, four albums since then.”
Chris Brown Wants Rihanna Back After Bipolar Diagnosis
Chris Brown seems to be trying his best to clean up the tarnished reputation the singer received when the world turned on him back in 2009. After the diagnosis that Chris Brown had bipolar disorder, among other things, he wants Rihanna back and just dumped on-again/off-again, girlfriend model Karreuche Tran to prove it. Rumor has it that the Next to You singer also stopped following the model on Twitter.
Ever since Brown physically abused Rihanna, news of their relationship’s ups and downs bothered many of her fans. It did nothing for his career, obviously, causing the bratty artist to complain that nobody likes him anymore. Rihanna must have fallen hook, line and sinker (again) for Brown’s whining because shortly after the two recorded the song Birthday Cake.
Brown had attended Rihanna’s 26th birthday bash on Feb.10; lots of RiRi’s family did not approve. And really, how can anyone blame them? When the Umbrellasinger first took him back after the attack, fans were outraged. Since the reunion at the party, Radar reported that the two have been constantly texting each other. No wonder Brown unfollowed Tran on Twitter; the fear of Rihanna cyber stalking him to check out just what girls he is conversing with seems real.
After all, that is what the horrible fight was about. It happened after a pre-party for the Grammys that the two were scheduled to appear. Rihanna had come across a text from another woman on Brown’s phone and the rest, as they say, is history. Needless to say, none of them did ever show up at the award ceremonies.
Brown recently appeared in court in Los Angeles at a hearing to review the Beautiful People vocalist’s probation. The judge had ordered Brown to remain in the rehab facility for the duration of the trial which was a full 90 days. Brown remained in the centre for an extra five days, however, for extra help to ensure the musician won’t relapse. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder II, Insomnia, and PTSD, Chris Brown is hopeful his good behavior will get ex-girlfriend, Rihanna, back.
Tran does not seem to be bothered much by the songsters erratic behavior. The model was seen having a great time, on Thursday, at a pre-Oscars party for OK! Magazine.
A spokesperson from the rehab facility said that Brown was acting out and would become aggressive because of the musicians improper self-medicating and untreated mental disorder, post traumatic stress syndrome and severe sleep deprivation. The spokesperson also said that the singer had done very well at the rehab and responded positively to treatment.
Brown must be grateful for the diagnosis, hoping that the news would somehow explain and wash away the fact that the singer exploded in a rage and started hitting on a girl. Fans for Rihanna are not that forgiving as the Disturbia songstress and will be following Browns behaviour very closely. Even the singer told Rolling Stone that Brown doesn’t have the luxury to screw up again and that, “That’s just not an option.”
Only time will tell how long this connection with the scrutinized couple will go and exactly just how far. As long as Brown stays on his meds, the outbursts of anger should remain at a bare minimum, hopefully. Getting a diagnosis of bipolar disorder could have been the best thing that happened to Chris Brown in a long time, especially now that he wants Rihanna back. The question: If Rihanna takes him back, is there something wrong with the sexy vocalist’s head, too?
Saturday, 1 March 2014
Weird MC praises female entertainers who shun skin bleaching
With the recent spate of bleaching amongst entertainers, Weird MC has used her Twitter page to praise female entertainers for retaining their dark skins, reports Pulse.
The acclaimed first Nigerian female rapper shared her tweet with Kate Henshaw, Funke Akindele, Tiwa Savage and Omawumi and thanked them for maintaining their darker skin colour.
The tweet comes at a time where female celebrities have been accused of bleaching or promoting bleaching. These include musician Dencia who launched a bleaching cream, Nollywood actresses Thelma O’kaz and Tonto Dikeh .
Fans attack celebrities for attending Centenary show
They include 2Face Idibia, Wizkid, Omawumi, Funke Akindele and IK Osakioduwa, reports Pulse.
The irate youths were protesting the death of over students in Yobe and said that the celebrities were supporting the governments' insensitivity to the recent killings by Boko Haram.
The fans were angry that 2face Idibia could be swayed by money, even after berating politicians in the country during a recent interview with a foreign radio station.
Friday, 28 February 2014
Harrisong charges N1.5m to write a song
Singer, songwriter, Harrison Okiri, aka Harrisong aka Mr Songz, who is under Kcee’s 5Star Music, says he charges N1.5million to write one song, according to Daily Post.
Harrisong composed Kcee’s “Limpopo” which became a big hit on the airwaves.
The artist/ songwriter said that he use to charge between N100 000 and N2000 000 for a song. He said since Nigerian musicians are beginning to appreciate songwriters he charges as high as N1million.
Harrisong said Nigerian artistes don’t allow songwriters take credit for composing songs, so he never talks about the artists he has composed songs for.
Mavin records reveals new signing, Korede Bello
Mavin records boss Don Jazzy has been looking for breakout artists for his label and on Friday he locked down a new signing, Korede Bello.
Don Jazzy unveiled the artist on his Twitter account and his debut single for Mavin Records titled African Princess
The Mavin boss said that Korede has been working with the label for a while and has been fine-tuning his music. The label deciding to introduce the artist on his birthday, a week after Don Jazzy signed Di’Ja and Reekado Banks.
Jaywon seals deal with PZ
Kennis Music signee Jaywon has sealed a deal with PZ Cussons that will allow its major retail store to use Jayown’s hit track This Year as the company’s promotional jingle., reports Nigerian Entertainment Today (NET).
The deal was confirmed by the singer’s manger, Shola Ijanusi, who said that PZ Cool World Nigeria will be using the song as their jingle and will sponsor performances for the artist inside and outside Lagos.
Jaywon hit the stage after joining Kennis Music in 2009. He released the hit song Filebe the same year. The song won the best new video category at the Nigeria Music Video Awards in 2009.
D’Banj and Burna Boy tell listeners to wait
In a continued alliance between music sensation Dbanj and Dancehall king Burna Boy, the duo have released a second collaboration titled Oya Wait.
In December 2013 the “Eja Nla” (Big Fish) of the Nigerian music industry and Burna Boy dropped their first song together titled Won Da Mo.
At least one of these songs could make it onto D’banj‘s next album I Am D’Banj, which should be out in the year.
Listen to the song HERE.
In December 2013 the “Eja Nla” (Big Fish) of the Nigerian music industry and Burna Boy dropped their first song together titled Won Da Mo.
At least one of these songs could make it onto D’banj‘s next album I Am D’Banj, which should be out in the year.
Listen to the song HERE.
Thursday, 27 February 2014
Iroko TV owner hears from absentee father after 33 years
Jason Njoku, internet tycoon and founder of Nigeria’s first successful online television platform, heard from his biological father for the first time in 33 years, according to PMNews
The entrepreneur has never had a relationship with his father and announced on Twitter that his absentee father was trying to make a comeback into his life. Njoku insisted that he was “not having it”.
Njoku is married to Nollywood actress Mary Remmy and they have a seven-month-old son.
Forbes Africa named Njoku one of Africa’s Top Young Millionaires to watch in 2012.
The entrepreneur has never had a relationship with his father and announced on Twitter that his absentee father was trying to make a comeback into his life. Njoku insisted that he was “not having it”.
After 33.2yrs. Having never met the man. My Dad is now calling trying to have a conversation. #nothavingitpic.twitter.com/rxF1Zd36JI
— JasonNjoku (@JasonNjoku) February 13, 2014
Njoku is married to Nollywood actress Mary Remmy and they have a seven-month-old son.
Forbes Africa named Njoku one of Africa’s Top Young Millionaires to watch in 2012.
Faze set to marry in 2014
Former member of Plantashun Boyz , Faze has revealed that he will be getting married in 2014, reports Naij
Faze who has been in a long term relationship, refused to reveal when he will be getting married.
Faze took a hiatus after his third album Originality, failed before relaunching his career by releasing his fourth album tilted Refazed which flopped.
Faze was part of the defunct Plantashun boyz which included 2face Idibia and Black face. Tuface is the most successful musician after the group broke up.
Nigerian Idol gets two new judges
Nigerian Idol has revealed its three judges for season four of the show, the judges are Dare Art Alade, Dede Mabiaku and Nneka Egbuna.
Dede Mabiaku is the only judge retained from season 3, and will be combing his experience with that of Dare and Nneka to find the next Nigerian Idol.
Dede Mabiaku combines afrobeat, highlife and jazz in his sound and is a protégé of Fela Kuti. Darey is a singer, song writer, music producer and entrepreneur, he is the son of legendary entertainer Art Alade. Nneka is a German-Nigerian hip hop/soul singer and songwriter who spends time between Nigeria and Hamburg.
Wednesday, 26 February 2014
Iyanya becomes living tattoo memorial
Iyanya Mbuk has formed himself into a living tattoo memorial for his parents and brother.
The Kukere master and former winner of MTN Project Fame West Africa lost his parents and brother in a span of two short years.
On his Instagram account he wrote: "Tattoo of my Late Dad !! Late Mum and Late Brother who all died in just a short time between 2008- 2010 RIP"
The Kukere master and former winner of MTN Project Fame West Africa lost his parents and brother in a span of two short years.
On his Instagram account he wrote: "Tattoo of my Late Dad !! Late Mum and Late Brother who all died in just a short time between 2008- 2010 RIP"
D’banj abandons Kanye West?
Dbanj has seemingly abandoned Kanye West by deleting West's G.O.O.D Music from his Twitter biography.
Though the “Eja Nla” (Big Fish) of the Nigerian music industry has not made an official statement about this new development, the signs of a relationship gone sour is showing.
D’banj and Don Jazzy had signed contracts with G.O.O.D music in June of 2011, a deal that lead to the eventually collapse of Mo Hits Records and Dbanj’s working relationship with star producer, Don Jazzy.
Nigerian musician has special moment with Youssou N’dour
Budding musician Ruby Gyang will always remember February 24 as the day she had the opportunity to perform with African music legend Youssou N’dour, reports360nobs.com.
Gyang, who is signed to MI’s Loopy Records, said that she first heard Youssou N’dour’s songs when she was ten years old.
The upcoming musican said that it was a dream come true singing 7 seconds with the legend.
7 seconds was originally performed by Youssou N’dour and Neneh Cherry. Watch a video of them two performing together:
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