Friday, December 23, 2016

NEW MUSIC: SAMMIE OKPOSO - I LOVE YOU JEHOVAH



Multiple Award winning International Gospel Artist, Sammie Okposo has just released the brand new praise jam, "I LOVE YOU JEHOVAH", another song off his upcoming S.W.A.G Album.

Speaking about the song, He shares: "Here is another single from me to you as we celebrate the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
His birth came with great blessings for all mankind and That's what this song is all about, that as we remember His Love and Sacrifice, we can lift our voices and say "Thank You Jesus, We Love You for everything you have done for us".

Produced by Sammie Okposo with collaborative effort from his team (Associate producers and co-arrangers) - Enoch Emamezi and Ayodeji Ojekunle, the song is perfectly laced with a groovy afrocentric rhythm, bound to get you on your feet, singing along to another masterpiece from the Wellu Wellu Master.

Listen, Download and Enjoy "I LOVE YOU JEHOVAH by Sammie Okposo"

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Monday, December 19, 2016

VIDEO PREMIERE: NIKKI LAOYE & SEYI SHAY - ONLY YOU REMIX



Today is Soul Singer, Nikki Laoye's birthday and she drops her the highly anticipated new video for the reggae hit song, Only You Remix featuring Seyi Shay.

A song celebrating a Father's Love and dedicated to the memory of Nikki's Dad, the remix takes the song a notch higher from a ballad to a groovy reggae tune while maintaining the soul stirring aura that the original version is known for - Indeed, A Breathtaking Ode to the greatest father of all, GOD.
With an unforgettable crescendo and their engaging chemistry, the duo take you on a soulful journey of a Father's Unconditional Love ,leaving you breathless in the arms of a classic masterpiece for all times.

Directed by ace video director, TFrizzle for Frizzle & Bizzle Films, the video features a captivating acting Cameo appearance by Award winning actress,Kiki Omeili as well as an appearance by Only You co-songwriter, Nelson Ekperi, Kay Strings (the featured Guitarist who played the Live Guitars in the song) and the beautiful female drummer, Debbie Stixx.

Other Cameo Apperances by family and friends including Nikki's brother/producer, Xblaze, Lauretta Cookey, Temisan Ikomi (Choreographer/Founder, Alien Nation Dance Crew), Blessal, Lara Laoye, Tcole, Mello G and some of Nikki Laoye's fans, including Jemimah Agbalajobi, Sijuola who made the #Blessed19 fan selection on instagram by Nikki for the video shoot.

Speaking about the Video, Nikki Laoye shares - "It's been 10 years of God's goodness of Nikki Laoye as a Recording Artist and it's the beginning of another marvelous year for me today. I have no other person to celebrate than THE ONLY ONE WHO GIVES BEAUTY FOR ASHES... who has been my Glory and the Lifter of my Head. Thank you Jesus. #iwoNikan #OnlyYou
With this video, I want to reiterate the fact that God is truly the Only one who understands us all, despite our flaws, faults and imperfections.
Many are going through life with a mask on but deep down, they are dealing with so much in silence...Family, Health and Life Issues.
I want to remind you that God's Love is sooo Unconditional that it can meet you at the point of your need, no matter where you are or who you are, YOU ARE HIS CHILD & HE IS YOUR FATHER...as long as you reach out to Him, He's right there to pick you up and take care of it all".

Nikki Laoye and Seyi Shay were styled by award winning entrepreneur/fashion guru, Toyin Lawani of Tiannah Place Empire and Make Up by Mary A Pro Makeover.

CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Follow the hashtag: #OnlyYouRemixVideo for updates
Twitter/Instagram: @NikkiLaoye @iamSeyiShay

Watch and Enjoy the new video below



Friday, December 16, 2016

MUSIC: LAURETTA COOKEY - O HOLY NIGHT | @Lauryee143




Out Today is the captivating dance version of the popular Christmas tune, "O Holy Night" by beautiful Nigerian Soul Singer, Lauretta Cookey.

Produced by Skytimz, the song comes alive with its latin music elements and unique vocal play by the talented singer, with help from some of her friends - Bass by Enoch Emamezi; Classical vocals by D'Anne & Mr Kelvin Otung; Background Vocals by Annette Cookey.

Lauretta Cookey is a renowned Songwriter/Vocalist who has worked with top artists including Sammie Okposo, Cobhams, Donnie McClurkin, Nikki Laoye, Kierra Sheard and she has also worked behind the scenes on different projects such as The Project Fame TV Show, Pepsi Rhythm Unplugged.

She is a Lead Vocalist at The House On The Rock Church, Lagos and also the older sister to Annette Cookey, the last female standing/3rd Runner Up in the very 1st edition of Project Fame, won by Iyanya.

Last year, Lauretta released another catchy version of "Oh come all ye faithful" which got great reviews and airplay during the yuletide season.

Enjoy this lovely version of "Oh Holy Night", it's bound to be a favorite on your playlist.


CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Twitter: @Lauryee143
Instagram: @misscookey


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Thursday, December 15, 2016

TOP PRODUCER, ROTIMIKEYS COVERS DAVIDO, YEMI ALADE & REEKADO BANKS IN NEW EP – “WILD COLOURS”




Rotimikeys, one Nigeria’s most gifted music producers, has just released an Extended Play (EP) of covers titled Wild Colours. This EP features three of the biggest Naija hit tracks in the past few years: Dami Duro by Davido, Ferrari by Yemi Alade and Oluwa Ni by Reekado Banks.

Rotimikeys brings his own distinctive sounds and brand of production prowess to play on these covers.

Dami Duro by Davido is given a live old-school funk makeover by the talented producer who also lends his vocals to the upbeat cover. 



Yemi Alade’s Ferrari is delivered in cool R n B style with apparent vocal chemistry between him and the delectable Mama Africa. 



His take on Reekado Banks’ Oluwa ni is an energetic, live instrumentation 90’s funk delivered with Naija-style inflections, this is another way to enjoy a masterpiece hit track.



According to him: “These songs are some of the hits that have shaped the Nigerian music scene in  the past few  years. Wild Colours is just my expression of these songs, just to showcase what goes on in my head,lol.  Big shout out to Davido, Yemi Alade and Reekado  Banks for these hits”.

Rotimikeys is also a Songwriter, Arranger, Multi-instrumentalist, Sound Engineer, Sound Designer and Artiste. 
In different capacities, as producer, musician and consultant, he has also worked with artistes  such as Asa, MI, Yemi Alade, Nikki Laoye, Burna Boy, Naeto C, Flavour, Waje, Omawumi, Bez, Cobhams, Tuface, Niyola, Banky W, Flavour, Simi, Chidinma, TY Bello, Tosin Martins, Midnight Crew, Pita, Onos, Nathaniel Bassey, Mairo, Glowreeyah e.t.c. 

He has also produced top-notch music jingles, for the biggest advertising Campaigns in Nigeria for which he is well known. 
Flagship brands such as MTN, Gulder, Konga, Amstel Malta, Glo, Etisalat, Jumia, Pepsi, Indomie, Peak Milk, Power Pasta, DSTV are only a few of his Clients. 

He is set to release a couple of his own singles in 2017.

Connect on Social Media
Twitter & Instagram: @RotimiKeys

Download the EP tracks here:  http://song23.org/wild-colours/

NEW MUSIC: GABRIEL EZIASHI - LIFTED | @Gabriel_Eziashi



After a recent short tour in Nigeria, US Based Nigerian Recording Artist & Pastor, Gabriel Eziashi is set to officially release the new single, "LIFTED" which he sang to over 700,000 people few weeks ago at The Experience Concert in Lagos, Nigeria.

A song of Hope, Trust and Thanksgiving to God for His Love and Strength through the daily journey of life, Lifted is indeed the heart cry of every man, woman, boy or girl in these present times.

In his own words, Gabriel Eziashi shares about the song - "A calm comes after every storm in life. As the good book says, "Weeping may endure for a night but Joy comes in the morning". The song "LIFTED" was birted after a storm. I don't know where you are in life , but I know we are all destined to be lifted"

Recorded and Produced in London by top UK producer, Mr Shabz, Lifted is now available for downloads on all music platforms including iTunes, Amazon, CDBaby and other online stores.
Other renowned songs by Gabriel Eziashi include his popular hit songs, "My Praise (Joy Overflows) and "Aka Jehovah", whose video has almost 2 million views on YouTube.


MORE ABOUT GABRIEL EZIASHI
A prolific songwriter and a dynamic singer with a phenomenal voice range, Gabriel Eziashi’s drive and fervour for the art of worship has made him one of the most compelling voices to emerge from the UK gospel scene.
Born in Lagos Nigeria, Gabriel is the fifth in a family of seven siblings. His humble beginnings saw him start work at the young age of 5 to help bring an income and food to the family table. His passion for music saw him start up as a dancer, before discovering his vocal gifting. 
In 1993 Gabriel was led to Christ and has never looked back. 

An anointed worship leader, vocalist and also an ordained minister with The Redeemed Christian Church of God in the United Kingdom, Gabriel Eziashi pastored a parish known as the Milton Keynes Tabernacle for five years (5) and Ten (10) months. 
In March, 2012, both Gabriel and Dayo Eziashi stepped aside from being the Senior Pastors as he was led to focus on Music squarely. 

Gabriel’s humble spirit, gifted vocal ability and eagerness to see people experience God’s awesomeness through the medium of worship has taken him far and wide. 
He has collaborated and shared the same platform with several world renowned gospel ministers including Helen Baylor, Donnie McClurkin, Chevelle Franklin, Muyiwa of Riversongz, double MOBO Award (Best Jazz) winner Yolanda Brown, Bishop John Francis, Pastor Paul Irabor, and Mike Aremu amongst others.

He was an Headline Artist at the 2016 Experience Concert, which held in Lagos, Nigeria, alongside Don Moen, Cece Winans, Travis Greene, Donnie McClurkin and more.

Today, Gabriel is husband to Stella Oludayo Eziashi, his wife of over 17 years and mother to their two beautiful children - Bryana (12) and Yannis (11).
He is Presently the Worship Pastor at Household of Faith, Arlington, Texas USA.


DOWNLOAD AUDIO - LIFTED BY GABRIEL EZIASHI



Direct Download Link:  http://bit.ly/LiftedTheSingle


CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Hashtag: #LiftedByGabrielEziashi

Twitter: @Gabriel_Eziashi

Instagram: @GabrielEziashi



LYRICS

LIFTED BY GABRIEL EZIASHI

VERSE 1
It all began, through the womb of hopelessness
Not knowing what tomorrow has in store
But through it all I hear a voice
Whispering so loud, there’s more to life than this
I’ve made a way just for you to walk in
Walk upon my promise
Constantly shout….

CHORUS
Ooo odi onye dikagi 
Chukwuku na gwuzo, Ekene diri ji
Ooo odi Onye dikagi
Onye na gwuzo, Ekene diri ji

Verse 2
Like a dawning light, at the start of the day
We are meant to shine brighter and brighter
But now and here, yesterday is gone
Tomorrow will be greater
As there’s more to life
You are meant to rise
Walk upon the clouds
Soar beyond the stars
And you and say….

Chorus.....
Ooo Ekene dirigi 
Chukwu na gwuzo nmama dirigi  
Ooo ekene dirigi 
Onye na gwuzo nmama dirigi

Lead...I will worship you forever giving you all I know.

BRIDGE 
So I can say .... nmama...
Mma ma, Mma ma 
Mma ma, Mma ma

Díli jehova mo ....
nmama deli onye nwemo .... 
o nmama 

The lifter of my head 
I will give all I have 
Give you all I own 
You've been my strength all the days of my life 
You alone are God
None besides you  
You are the Lifter of my life
Mma ma (Till end)


DANIEL K DANIEL WINS BEST DRESSED ACTOR AT THE LAGOS FASHION AWARDS



On Sunday 11th December, 2016, multiple award-winning Actor Daniel K Daniel (DKD) added another plaque to his growing list of awards in 2016! He was named the 'Best Dressed Actor' at the Lagos Fashion Awards hosted at the Bespoke Centre in Lekki, Lagos State.

The highly decorated actor has had a very fruitful year in 2016, he started the year off by picking up the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2016 award for Best Actor in March.


 In June, DKD also won the Best Actor of the Year Award at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA 2016) for his role in the movie 'A Soldier's Story'. 


The soft spoken actor was also nominated for the Nigerian Entertainment Awards (NEA 2016) for Best Actor in New York, the Abuja International Film Festival (AIFF 2016) also nominated him as Best Actor, he was also nominated at the ZAFAA Awards and BON Awards for Best Supporting Actor.


Daniel K. Daniel has also been nominated for The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) and Ebonylife Prize for Acting', which will be held this weekend. This has really been a year of awards for the fast-rising actor, who has kept adding to his growing list of blockbuster movies, including '76' alongside Ramsey Nouah and Rita Dominic, 'Flaws', 'Hell or High Water', 'Icheke Ọkụ', 'For the Wrong Reasons' and many more!

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

EVENT: ROCK OF AGES CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY, BENIN CITY PRESENTS SAMMIE OKPOSO, FRANK EDWARDS, CHIOMA JESUS, NATHANIEL BASSEY & MORE IN "A NIGHT WITH THE KING" - DECEMBER 16TH 2016.



Rock of Ages Christian Assembly Int'l Inc presents "A NIGHT WITH THE KING" on the 16th Of December, 2016 - A meeting designed by God to reveal His presence and power to His people. This edition will birth a revival in Benin City.

Hosted by Pastor Charles Osazuwa, this historic event features SAMMIE OKPOSO, FRANK EDWARDS, EBEN, CHIOMA JESUS, BUCHI, NATHANIEL BASSEY, AKPORORO, VICTOR ATENAGA AND MORE

Make plans to be there, don't be told. 

Date: Friday 16th of December, 2016.

Time: 7pm till dawn 

Venue: Sam Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, Edo state. 



ABOUT ROCK OF AGES CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY INT'L
Rock of Ages Christian Assembly Int'l Inc is a move of God. It was founded when God called Pastor Charles Osazuwa while he lived in the city of Lagos. In the year 2002, God's servant answered the call of God which came thus: "Arise, Go to the city of Benin, there is a vacuum there and I am sending you to step in".
In obedience, he returned to Benin city and began the ministry in a barbing salon. 

Today, the ministry is affecting the world and refining destinies. 

A Night with the King came as an instruction from God to his servant and in obedience to that instruction, he began the 1st edition of the program. The first edition was well attended, the second doubled in attendance; the 3rd witnessed a massive turnout of over 14,000 people.  Now the fourth edition is here and over 35,000 people have already registered online for the program.  

A Night with the King is a meeting designed by God to reveal His presence and power to His people. 
Countless testimonies are recorded before, during and after the meeting. It's a guaranteed fact that great miracles will be recorded in this 4th edition as praises clashes with prayers and the ministering of the word. 

GET READY FOR "A NIGHT WITH THE KING" THIS FRIDAY 16TH DECEMBER 2016

ADMISSION IS FREE, REGISTER HERE

For Bookings call: 0803 370 9602, 0813 586 4768, 08062344987

For updates follow the hashtags - #NWTK4 #NightWithTheKingBenin 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RACAOnline   [ @racaonline ]














Wednesday, December 7, 2016

AMVCA 2016 ACTOR OF THE YEAR, DANIEL K. DANIEL SWAGS UP LONDON WITH NEW PHOTOS.


It’s been an eventful year for Nollywood heartthrob, Daniel K Daniel, from winning the 2016 AMVCA Actor of the Year Award, to winning the AMAA 2016 Award for Best Actor for his role in the movie, "A Soldier's Story" and starring in blockbuster hits like the comedy “Mummy Dearest” alongside legendary Nollywood actress Liz Benson and the star-studded period piece “76” which stars Rita Dominic and Ramsey Noah.

The multiple award-winning actor, fondly called “Bossman” by his fans, and who never seems to put a foot wrong with his role interpretations, is currently in London shooting another potential mega hit alongside Belinda Effah and 90's Nollywood sensation, Victoria Inyama.

To get us all in the holiday mood, the strapping actor has released some new sensational photographs...check him out...#EyeCandy

Follow on Twitter/Instagram: @DanielKDaniel










Photographer: Marc Adebesin
Styled by: Unique Grace
Make up: B’Divine Beauty
Location: London,UK

OFFICIAL VIDEO: ENKAY - YOU ARE AMAZING | @OfficialEnkay


From the stables of Tehila Records, Enkay releases the visuals for the soft rock number, "You Are Amazing" off her debut solo album "The Kingdom Anthem". The song expresses the absolute power of God in the miracle of creation, his unending and infallible love for his children.

Shot on location in London and directed by Uvi Orogun, this video is bound to bless you .

"You are Amazing" was produced by PHAT E for Tehila Records.

Watch video here


Audio Link



Connect:
Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @officialenkay


Monday, December 5, 2016

NEW MUSIC: HENRISOUL - "DERE DU" (PEACE) | @Henrisoul



Nigerian Recording Artist, HenriSoul has just released a new single, "Dere Du" which means Peace in his native language - Ibo.

Produced by Olumide Iyun, the song is a soulful rendition laced with the beautiful sounds of strings and keys as Henrisoul expresses his unrelenting trust in God in both English and Ibo languages.


The singer, who is also highly renowned known for his popular dance jam, "Onyeoma", would be hosting friends at his mini concert tagged "Henrisoul At Liberty - The Ambassadors", this Thursday 8th December, 2016 from 6-9pm at Skate City in the new Maryland Mall. 

Get Ready for an Unusual Experience with Henrisoul alongside featuring guest artists - Eben and Ada Ehi.

In the meantime, Download and Enjoy his new sound - some captivating Tradsoul music (traditional soul) from Henrisoul in "Dere Du". 

In his words "This is a journey to my debut album tittled "Unleash The King"

Follow on Twitter/Instagram: @Henrisoul


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Tuesday, November 29, 2016

DENIM FEVER: SUPERSTAR ACTRESS, KIKI OMEILI IS A DREAM IN DENIM ON THE COVER OF EXQUISITE MAGAZINE



Doctor - turned - multiple award-winning Actress, Kiki Omeili shines through on the cover of this month's Exquisite Magazine. The star of several hit series and movies, like the famed Lekki Wives, the blockbuster movie Gbomo Gbomo Express, and  many more who recently won the City People's Award for Best Actress talks about her fledgling career and navigating her way through the Nollywood landscape in this issue of EM Magazine...

check her out!

PHOTOS: OFFICIAL PICTURES FROM TOKE MAKINWA'S BOOK LAUNCH - #OnBecoming


‘On Becoming’ the memoir by Nigeria’s sweetheart, Toke Makinwa was launched on Sunday 27th of November 2016 at an intimate gathering held at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos.

The intimate event hosted by Tee A and Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi was attended by close friends, family, industry colleagues and well wishers. The evening started with a keynote address by Hon. Abike Dabiri after which a short behind-the-scenes clip ‘The Journey to Become’ directed by The Film Factory played. 


EbonyLife TV Chairwoman, Mo Abudu then hosted a beautifully curated ‘Conversations with Toke’ interjected with musical interludes by Waje, Niyola, Nikki Laoye, Chigurl, Funbi and Timi Dakolo. Each star sang renditions of carefully chosen songs by the Author representing different chapters of her memoir. Song choices include Aretha Franklin’s A Rose is Still a Rose and Whitney Houston’s Exhale (Shoop).


The highlight of the evening was the official unveiling of ‘On Becoming’, flanked by Lady Esther Akinyelure, Mo Abudu, Ruth Osime and Adebola Adenike; Hon. Abike Dabiri unveiled a life size version of the book art to breathtaking fireworks and theatrics.

The book readings then commenced with Debola Williams and Arese Ugwu who read excerpts from the Prologue and 1st Chapter whilst guests delighted their tastebuds with deliciously scrumptious 
Baileys-infused sweet treats.
The evening ended with a book signing whilst posing for pictures with the Author. The celebration continued as guests tasted and savoured signature Baileys and Ciroc cocktails. 

On Becoming is published by Kachifo (under its Prestige imprint) and now available nationwide at select bookstores across Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, United Kingdom and United States. E-Books will be available on Kindle, Amazon, OkadaBooks and others.

More photos below...














Thursday, November 24, 2016

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO: STELLA DAMASUS - GRATEFUL | @stelladamasus


Happy Thanksgiving.
In the spirit of gratitude, the Official music Video to the song GRATEFUL by American based Actress/Singer, Stella Damasus is OUT NOW.
The song is from her recently released album, THE ALTERNATIVE and it is the official soundtrack to the movie "BETWEEN", out in 2017, produced by Daniel Ademinokan & Stella Damasus for INDEX TWO STUDIOS.

The Video was also directed by Daniel Ademinokan.

Watch and Enjoy!!


CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM/TWITTER: @stelladamasus


Wednesday, November 23, 2016

MUSIC: JOSEPH BENJAMIN - JOY | @iamjbenjamin


Multi-talented act, Joseph Benjamin makes his debut into the music scene with this uplifting and positive tune titled “Joy.”

Joseph Benjamin is a Nigerian actor, model, musician, Voice-over Artist and television presenter mainly known for co-hosting MTN’s Project Fame, a talent reality show, and starring in the movies Tango With Me, Mr. and Mrs., and Murder at Prime Suites. He won the African Actor of the Year award at the 2012 African Film Awards.

The song was crafted by music maestro, Mosadoluwa Adegboye a.k.a Mosa.


MUSIC: LARA GEORGE RETURNS WITH "EYIN L'OBA" AND "NOBODY GREATER" | @LaraGeorge



Multiple award winning Nigerian singing sensation Lara George returns with two smashing singles “Nobody Greater” and “Eyin L’Oba” off her ‘A Slice of Heaven‘ music project from the stables of SoForte Music.


NOBODY GREATER is a vibrant tune expressing the greatness of God, in an easy-to-sing-along rock groove. Produced by Johnny Drille and co-produced by Dimeji (Jay) Durotoye.




EYIN L’OBA is a lovely ballad that sees Lara George worship the King of Kings in His Excellency, with a find blend of English and Yoruba languages.

Produced by Dimeji (Jay) Durotoye.