Music
29 Aug
On June 25, 2009, at the age of 50, Michael Jackson passed away. He left us at his residence in Los Angeles due to cardiac arrest. Today he would have been 65. The circumstances surrounding his demise led to a homicide ruling. The presence of a mixture of drugs, primarily propofol, was detected in Jackson's…
29 Aug
Rap star Eminem has formally asked Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy to stop using his music on the campaign trail, according to a letter made public on Monday.
28 Aug
Jongle bwoy, with real name as Victor Okirie, has released another highly anticipated single titled 'Waist.' Waist was released after the success of his song titled No Visa followed up by his debut EP titled: Love and Pain. Speaking to newsmen on Monday, Jongle bwoy described “Waist” as a vibrant and upbeat Afrobeat song. He…
26 Aug
His thick locs dangled across his shoulder as he swayed on stage. Clutching and rocking with the mic stand, his sonorous vocals held the few hundreds gathered in the arena spellbound. It was yet another glaring win for DOTTi the Deity, as he shut down his headline show in Beeriga, Lagos, two months ago.
25 Aug
Reminiscent of early 2000s RnB- sensual, provocatively coy and suave, Danny Brace enjoys a full course meal of passion in his newly released visuals for love serenade - Sabrina. Completely a prisoner to his muse’s whims, Danny Brace is utterly enthralled in this one. Set against a backdrop brimming with colour - this story is…
25 Aug
There is no doubt the Nigeria music industry is way ahead of its African counterparts, and this success is attributed to the plethora of talents across the shores of Nigeria, from Afrobeat's to juju, Fuji all of these have found their homes in Nigeria. The challenge nowadays is usually about the messages in music, and…
23 Aug
In anticipation of his album, "I Told Them All" set to drop this coming Friday, Burna Boy has just released a new song titled "Cheat On Me," and he's not alone in this track – he's joined by the talented artist Dave. In the cool video that goes along with the song, Burna Boy and…
22 Aug
Afrobeat Sensation Burnaboy has revealed his track list, for his anticipated album, "I told them" with British singer, J. Cole, and Seyi vibes to be featured as well. He revealed this along with snippets of the songs on his X" page, which read, "BurnaBoy just revealed the tracklist for his 7th studio album, “I Told…
19 Aug
For the eighth time since its inception in 2011, acclaimed music reality TV show, Nigerian Idol, has ushered another emerging superstar into the Nigerian music scene. After 10 weeks of sonic battles with 10 other contestants, talented maestro, Victory Gbakara, emerged as the winner of this year’s edition of the show. Equipped with a grand…
18 Aug
BurnaBoy becomes the First African artist to have 10 songs surpass 100 million streams on Spotify. This was revealed in a retweet by Burnaboy himself, under the Burnaboy stats, which posted the message, it read; “Alone” of the Black Panther Soundtrack becomes Burna Boy’s 10th song to hit the 100 million milestone on Spotify. “Alone”…
15 Aug
Nigerian superstar WizKid's album, 'Made In Lagos,' is now the best-selling African album in the US. This album has achieved a fantastic milestone by selling 680,000 copies. Not only that, but it's also getting a lot of attention on streaming platforms. People in the USA have streamed it over 1.02 billion times! This exciting news…
15 Aug
Burnaboy has created a division amongst his fanbase, as his recently created poll about which of the songs in his Grammy-winning album is the best. The poll was created for the purpose of knowing which of his song in the album "Twice as Tall" is the best, the songs include; "Way too big, 23, Real…
Guardian Life
1 day ago
After 72 days of intense competition in the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality television show Season 8 tagged ‘Big Brother Naija All Star’, Ilebaye Precious Odiniya has emerged as the winner of the show.
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As part of activities to mark its 20th anniversary celebrations, Africa Magic has unveiled a new brand logo and identity colours for each of the seven Africa Magic channels. MultiChoice is Africa's leading entertainment platform serving over 23.5 million households in 50 markets across sub-Saharan Africa. Since inception in 2003, it has remained a platform…
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From a young age, men are exposed to a multitude of expectations that shape the course of their lives. These expectations are woven into the fabric of family traditions, cultural norms, and societal constructs of masculinity. This article delves deep into the intricate web of these expectations, exploring how they mould men's psyches, influence their…
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Nestled in Ogun State, Nigeria, there's a lovely place called Ijebu Ode. It's not just a peaceful town with busy streets; it's a place where history, culture, and tradition are celebrated in a colourful event known as the Ojude Oba Festival. This special festival happens every year and shows off the rich heritage of the…
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‘Hey, you, come here!’ Frank, a JSS 2 student of Howard Community School intoned loudly. ‘Come here quickly!’ His command was directed at Cyprian, a 14-year-old SS1 student who looked much like a 10-year-old JSS1 student in stature. It was not uncommon for him to be mistaken for a junior student, and he continued strolling…
Music
27 Sep
Amada Goodness, also known as DC Poundzy, is a talented singer and songwriter. He was born and raised in Ughelli North, Delta state. Speaking to newsmen today, DC Poundzy opened up on why his fans often get emotional when he sings. He said: "As an artiste, I see music as a way of expressing my…
26 Sep
Although it’s easier now than ever to successfully make it as an independent artiste, one cannot deny the many perks of being signed to a record label. The perks of being signed to a record label are too many to mention however an artiste has to be mindful of whatever contract he/she/they sign. Many artiste…
23 Sep
It’s very rare to find a 19-year-old today, as musically gifted as Nathan Otekelu-Aje, professionally known as Azanti. With three evergreen compilation records in his arsenal, he confronts the status of an emerging act.
23 Sep
For Oluwarotimi Samuel, growing up in an Anglican family and watching the church choir treat worshippers from different backgrounds and denominations with their hymnals, discipline, regality, and coordination fuel his love with music.....
23 Sep
As a way to encourage and foster cross-cultural creative exchange between Nigeria and the United States of America through hip-hop music and dance, the maiden Next Level programme, an initiative of the U.S. Department of State, has graduated its first set of 46 participants.
Film
27 Sep
An exclusive screening of the highly anticipated Swedish/Nigerian film "Charlie And The Boys" held recently at Silverbird Cinemas, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja, Nigeria. The event was attended by an illustrious array of guests, including cast members of the film, prominent dignitaries, and esteemed members of the entertainment industry. Among the dignitaries and distinguished guests present…
26 Sep
Kunle Coker, a quintessential and consummate actor, is a man of all ages who could aptly be described as a bridge-builder between the ancient and modern of the entertainment and film industry. In a chat with TOPE TEMPLER OLAIYA, the University of Ibadan-trained award-winning actor takes a kaleidoscopic insight into his journey in Nollywood and…
22 Sep
Fans of the popular British teen dramedy "Sex Education" are in for a treat as the show returns to Netflix with its fourth and final season. This time, the students of Moordale Secondary School find themselves in a whole new place: Cavendish College. Cavendish College: Where Amsterdam Meets Space Cavendish College, the new setting for…
9 Sep
Critically acclaimed drama series, Shaka Ilembe has returned to the screen following the resounding success of its first season, which garnered a devoted fan base and widespread accolades.
9 Sep
BAP Productions has released the biopic on Nigerian heroine, ‘Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti’ at the Silverbird Cinema,Victoria Island, Lagos. The cinema run started yesterday. This landmark film marks a new era in the company’s illustrious journey and showcases its passion for creating captivating movies for global audiences.