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Crack Ya Ribs Lights Up Lagos
TJ on 12/23/2010 at 9:03am (UTC) | | | The 10th anniversary of Crack Ya Ribs with Julius D’Genius Agwu on Sunday December 12, 2010 was loads of success. The annual comedy show which clock 10 this year took the heart of all its audience, who were yelling and rolling in laughter as the comedians knot and unknot their intestines. It was indeed a memorable night.
Crack Ya Ribs, a show which is now part of Nigeria’s entertainment calendar has always been an exciting night of comedy and music. The 10th anniversary of the show in Lagos was awesome and was fun from start to finish.Graceful guests in glamorous garbs showcased top taste and high street fashion.
Different comedians ranging from Ali Baba, Basorge Tariah, Okey Bakassi, Seyi Law,Gandoki, Dan D Humorous, Senator and Krazy Legs gave out and cracked the ribs of the enthusiastic crowd. Music was also not in short supply as acts like Timaya and Dem Mama Soldiers, Dr. Sid and Whizkid including Raskimono and Julius Agwu himself thrilled the audience endlessly as they were seen twisting and bending to the cardio vascular demand of the rhythm of the night’s music. Popular dance crew, Explicit was also on hand to do what they know how to do best.
The show also attracted some top personalities like the Honourable Speaker of The House of Representatives, Dimeji Bankole, Presidential aspirant and Publisher of Ovation Magazine, Dele Momodu, Dayo Adeneye, Frank Edoho, Olu
Maintan, among many others.
The 10th anniversary of Crack Ya Ribs was an awesome evening, an unforgettable one to be precise. Agwu used the medium to launch his third musical album titled D’Genius.
Prices were also won at the event courtesy of MTN and Aero Contractors. Two DSTV enabled Nokia mobile phones and two Blackberry phones were given out by MTN. Aero Contractor gave out a return ticket to anywhere the winner chooses to travel to.
With the successful outing of a decade of Crack Ya Ribs, Julius Agwu has begun another phase of his career. The comic act refused to sit in the box and watch the exciting world of comedy stream by. Crack Ya Ribs has earlier held in Abuja and London in August 2010. The Port-Harcourt edition scheduled for December 25
will wrap it up for the year. | | | |
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COMPETITION KICKS OFF AT MALTA GUINNESS STREET DANCE BOOTH CAMP
Tj on 05/12/2010 at 7:57pm (UTC) | | | COMPETITION KICKS OFF AT MALTA GUINNESS STREET DANCE BOOTH CAMP
As the top eight crews stormed the Malta Guinness Street Dance Africa booth camp of the most entertaining dance show in Nigeria, all the crews for the first time in the competition engaged themselves in a battle of wits to get the final nod of the judges and Nigerians generally to grab one of the four slots to reach the national, and also get the opportunity to be crowned national champions.
For the first time after all the crews arrived at the booth camp from the various regions where they emerged as worthy winners to represent their regions, the dance crews were given the opportunity to battle against each other, but not until they have been properly drilled on high energy sapping dance routines by a highly experienced dance trainer and choreographer from South Africa called Simba. During their first few days at the booth camp, the crews received technical training on choreography, techniques, formations and lots more from Simba to better their dancing skills and to improve on their technicality that would guide them to the peak of their dancing career.
Under the watchful eyes of the ebullient judges, the stage was declared open with an artistic dance performance by “De Naturals”, a well known dance group who thrilled the crowd with cultural dance steps while the host of the day, Deji introduced all the crews to the cheering crowd.
The first major competition, tagged “Show Dance” saw all crews showcasing their best routines, while seeking to book a place at the National finals. Although the judges’ decision could be a major boost to the chances of the best dance crews making it to the National finals, Nigerians, nay viewers at home have a stake also for any of the crews making it to the National finals by voting for their favorite crews.
As is expected, all eight crews, beginning with “watch it” and “Eye Six One” from the Abuja region, “Legacy” and “X – Fellaz” from Enugu region, “Soldier Guyz” and “Flames Inspired” from Benin region and “Marksmen” and “Sons Of Liberty” from the Lagos region showed so much dexterity on the dance floor as they showcased a variety of dance routines fussed with Naija moves in an attempt to outwit one another and impress the judges. As the crews stormed the stage one after the other, the judges delivered their verdicts with different views, as some of the crews were impressive in their dance exhibition while others could not impress the judges enough.
After an exciting display of rare choreography and well coordinated dance routines, the judges unanimously voted the best dance crew in the following order with “Marksmen” at eight position, “Watch It” at number seven, “Legacy” at six, “Soulja Guyz” at five, “Eye Six One” at four, “Flames Inspired” at three, “Sons Of Liberty” at number two, with “X – Fellaz” clinching the top position at number one.
With the judges’ decision accounting for fifty percent of total marks secured by each dance, viewers’ votes account for the remaining percentage for any of the eight dance crews to secure a place in the National final of the dance championship. While at the booth camp, viewers have the opportunity of determining their best dance crew by sending text messages to 20120. SMS cost 10 naira and it is available on the MTN, GLO, and ZAIN networks or log on to www.mgstreetdanceafrica.com to vote online.
To vote for your favorite dance crew, text the alphabet of your crew as diaplayed below to 20120.
A = MARKSMEN
B = S.O.L
C = EYE SIX ONE
D = WATCH IT
E = X-FELLAS
F = LEGACY
G = SOULJA GUYZ
H = FLAMES INSPIRED | | | |
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Spring Records Unveils Trey Proundz
Tj on 05/12/2010 at 10:30am (UTC) | | | Spring Records Unveils Trey Proundz
Much has not been heard about this young producer,song writer and performer, Emmanuel James, aka Trey Poundz.
Emmanuel James, a cute soul originates from Apapa Local Government of Benue State. He is from a family of five, and a military father who is a member of the US Army and a jazz musician.
What we gathered is that the American based versatile rapper has signed for Spring Records, Side One’s records label. Trey, as he loved to be called signed a two year contract with the U K and Nigerian based label.
Trey Poundz is a prolific producer. Aside his personal achievement in the State, he had worked with Rihanna in “baby am back” and also done some hit tracks in the upcoming Side One’s album and DJ Chascolee’s mix tape.
He was signed under Spring Records, in December 2009. He schooled at the Trier High School, Detroit, United States of America.
He’s in Nigeria to give his people the finest of music/songs and he’s ready to upgrade the style of music in his mother land. Besides, he has the belief of carting away numerous awards in these reputable Grammy awards like Hip Hop World awards, Oscar awards etc. With his uniqueness, he loves being in the studio working/producing good music. His mentors are:Fela Anikulapo Kuti , Timberland, 2Face, Biggy Smallz, Notorious BIG, Jay – Z, Kanye West, Alicia Keys and others.
“ Trey Pondz is a unique producer and performer. He raps also. He is very talented that is why we invest in him. His singles will shake the music industry soon by God’s grace. Just watch out for him”, Abayomi Conweil, Spring boss declared | | | |
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Another tragedy hits Nigerian music industry Malam Spicey in auto crash
TJ on 05/10/2010 at 9:35am (UTC) | | | Another tragedy hits Nigerian music industry
Malam Spicey in auto crash
… hospitalized, two injured on the spot
Barely eight days Nigerian music buffs are still mourning the demise of Olaitan Oladapo Olaonipekun, Dagrin, Malam Spicey, Micheal Tari Davies, one of the defunct member of Trybuna dance hall group has been involved in auto crash at the early hour of 8th Saturday May,2010 along Lagos State University,(LASU), Igando express way, Lagos.
Sources revealed that Malam Spicey along side his five entourages were coming from a show closed to Ojo where they went to perform on Friday, the night before the incident. After the show had ended, they all left precisely 6am, Saturday morning to their home. On getting the Igando, the Magnum 2008 model ran into the bush.
Nobody could narrate what really happened which lead to the accident. But all Global Excellence gathered was that the driver lost control on the motion. But sources close to the accident stressed that the driver was drunk that was why he could not control himself on the motion which actually lead to the sudden accident.
Although, nobody died in the process but Malam Spicey has been hospitalized for proper treatment because he was at the front seat beside the driver at the time of the accident. Only God knows what would have happened had it been the dance hall singer didn’t wear seat belt.
Eye witness declared that Malam Spicey was immediately rushed to undisclose near by hospital by people who witness the accident. Two got injured also but the injuries were minor.
Findings revealed that it took the help of Federal Road Safety Commission,(FRSC)an hour to rescue the incident not be hilarious when they discovered that the accident involved a celebrity. One of the senor staff quickly removed the plate number customized in Malam Spicey.
When we asked what really happened from one of his crew who was involved in the accident, he only said that he couldn’t say anything. He was only asking everybody around them to thank God for saving their lives.
“I can’t really say this or that was the cause of the accident. Everybody should just help us thank God for his protection on us. Six of us in the car would have perished on the spot immediately. Thanks to everybody that came to rescue us. All I can say is that the driver lost control on the spot”, Mallam Spicey personal assistance who was in the car during the accident said.
However, Malam Spicey came into the limelight late year when Terry G dished him in his hit single, Free Madness. He later replied him in his current album, Special Request. His reply has been the toast of every club houses, event places due to lyrics of the song. His latest 12 tracks album is enjoying air play in every radio stations.
Information, added that Malam Spicey was amongst Trybuna that came into notice with Black face of former Plantation Boiz .He later signed under Holla Ur Boi Records where the Magnum black car cost N5 million was giving to him. | | | |
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M C Loph in trouble over Osita Osadebe’s song
TJ on 05/10/2010 at 9:33am (UTC) | | | M C Loph in trouble over Osita Osadebe’s song
---EMI Records charges him to court
Late Osita Osadebe will everyday be remembered for his good works. Music lovers will never forget him courtesy his hit song that both brought him to lime light and earn him fame all over Africa, Osondu Owendi. The man that sang the song is late no doubt. But the news is, the man that remixed the song has been charge for plagiarism.
Sources revealed that he composed Osita Osadebe’s hit song without proper permission to remix it from the deceased record label, EMI Records before the remix. MC Loph has been issued a court letter to answer why he was involved in plagiarism and copyright mess. Although, he is still pleading to EMI Records in order to withdraw the case out of court because according to him he is not guilty for the fact that he has asked his friend who was the late Osita son to permit him remix the song before it finally out. The Son who also died last year though as information gathered gave him permission to remix the song but it was not legally binding.
More so, EMI Records crew were of the opinion that it is accepted that Osita’s son gave him the permission, but he should have asked if he is the original copyright owner of the song before he did remix of the song.
EMI kicked against his motion that he deliberately did it for the fact that he is a learned musician and he understands the process of copyright.
“Why would he go to Osita’s son seeking for permission before he remixed the song when he understand that he needs to seek the permission of the record label”, EMI who proved anonymous quarried .
MC Loph, who has performed at major shows which earned him millions of naira courtesy the remix song never wants to comment on this issue when we asked him to comment on this issue.
“I have asked for permission from Osita Osadebe’s son before I did the remix, so I don’t see why people should hold this against me”, MC Loph said.
The court proceeding is still going on according to Global Excellence findings.
MC Loph came into lime light through this song last year.It featured Flavor another artiste reinging in the eastern part of the country. | | | |
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DANFO DRIVER SHINES WITH ALI BABA
TJ on 06/27/2009 at 3:39pm (UTC) | | | June 12, 2009,Expo Hall of Eko Hotel& Suites bubbled throughout. Mad Melon and Mountain Black better known as Danfo Driver, were on fire with their performance on stage at Ali Baba’s event. After performing the hit track from their new album: Meshango and others,the crowd that thronged out massively to add color to the event produced by Bunmi Davies for the acclaim King of Comedy, Ali baba AGAIN “HE THEM &I” appreciated the duo influence on stage . The crowd fell in love with the song which confirmed what Danfo Driver group is known for. Danfo Driver came on stage after command performance by Comedians of The Federal Republic; Seyi Law, Mc Shakara, Helen Paul, Princess and other fellow artiste like Bracket(Yori yori exponent), Sound Sultan. Danfo Driver eventually dazzled the audience with Kpolongo and Meshango. Ali baba who was overwhelmed with what he saw, showered encomiums on the duo after their performances. | | | |
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