NEW MUSIC: SOLID STAR-SKIBO

Introducing fast-rising singing sensation SOLID STAR with his amazing new single - the dance infused future hit titled “Skibo”. Brilliantly produced by Slim Beats, “Skibo” is a head-bopping bass heavy which sees Solid Star in sublime fashion as he rides the fast-paced musical milieu superbly with an infectious flow, sweet vocals and some catchy and witty wordplay.

Lyrically, “Skibo” is a sweet and infectious dance tune with memorable libretto which sees Solid Star professing his love for the “fine fine ladies” that will “take you to the line” and “break your waistline” as he asks his fine lady to “take it easy on me”. Musically, “Skibo” is a monster production laced with a careful combination of contagious drum patterns and rhythmic synth arrangements that come together beautifully to create this huge dance floor filler that is poised to take over the clubs in the coming months.

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NEW MUSIC; MIMI-OVER YOU

Introducing fast-rising Afrobeats and Afro Pop Singer/Songwriter MIMI as she joins forces with burgeoning producer and long term collaborator O.Y to create the massive new single titled “Over You”. Laced with heavy snyths, lush drum kicks and an infectiously catchy hook, “Over You” is a defiant ladies anthem for 2012 which sees Mimi putting her cheating partner in their place once and for all in sublime fashion as she completely owns this Afrobeats and Afro Pop genre-fusing musical milieu with her sultry vocals, sexy harmonies and excellently written lyrics.

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NEW MUSIC: FRESH-ON FIRE

Emerging rapper and producer FRESH a.k.a BEN2JA comes through with the excellent club single and future hit, “On Fire” as well as the accompanying B-side single “Tonite” to whet the appetite of listeners and fans all over the country as he preps his debut album Freshmentry.

Backed and accompanied by lush drum patterns, bassy snyth keyboard and a seriously infectious and catchy chorus and bridge that samples a famous dance phrase made popular on Wizkid’s “Pakurumo” - “pakurumo ko jo dada”, theJialephant-produced “On Fire” from Fresh a.k.a Ben2Ja is a massive party tune that is set to take over the clubs and dance floors in the coming months but don’t just take my word for it, listen below to the massive tune “On Fire”...

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NEW MUSIC: BURNA BOY-LIKE TO PARTY

Here it is the groove slightly transformed
Just a bit of a break from the norm
Just a little somethin' to break the monotony
of all that hardcore dance that has gotten to be
a little bit out of control it's cool to dance
But what about the groove that soothes that moves romance
(Summer Time ‘91 - Will Smith)

Those words from the Fresh prince’s 1991 summer classic serves as perfect intro for what is sure to be one of the hottest songs this year. Aristokrat Records is proud to Present Burna's Boy’s Like To Party.  After having a whirlwind year in the South-South of the country with shows, mix tapes, and multiple awards; BURNA IS BACK!!!, but this time with something slightly different. Like To Party comes off Burna’s debut album L.I.F.E. due for release in the Last Quarter of 2012. 

Let's the music do the talking

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NEW VIDEO: DAVIDO-EKURO (SHOT IN MIAMI)

D'banj's Newest Protégé and Afrobeats sensation, Davido comes through with the Newest Flick for His 3rd Single Ekuro. The Video Was shot on location in Miami, Florida with American Director Antwan Smith calling the shots. Enjoy

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PUSHA T TAKES SHOT AT DRAKE, LIL WAYNE READY FOR WAR

Pusha T takes aim at Drake and Young Chop on a new cut titled "Exodus 23:1."

Last night, Pusha T released his new cut "Exodus 23:1"believed to be aimed at Drake and Young Chop.

Over a ghostly beat, the G.O.O.D. Music signee takes square aim at Drizzy with lines including, "Beef is when you hide behind them other niggas / But they ain't killers, they ain't pullin' them triggers, fuck niggas."

He made reference to Drake's recording contract, most likely referring to the fact that he's signed to Lil Wayne, who is signed to Birdman whose label is housed under Universal Music. "Contract all fucked / Explain up I guess that means you all fucked up / You signed to one nigga that signed to another nigga that's signed to three niggas / Now that's bad luck," he raps.

Young Chop, on the other hand, got a one-off couplet about his issue with Kanye West remaking his beat for the remix of Chief Keef's "I Don't Like."  "You can keep your beats, nigga / We'd much rather share your bitch, nigga, bitch nigga," he spits.

Wayne has already outright responded to the comments. "Fuk pusha t and anybody that love em," he tweeted.

@LilTunechi
Lil Wayne WEEZY FFuk pusha t and anybody that love em
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TIM WESTWOOD SACKED FROM BBC RADIO1 XTRA

The 54-year-old broadcaster has lost his weekday 4-7pm programme after three years. He will vacate the slot from September 2012. He will continue to present his 1Xtra and Radio One saturday night shows and will host a Sunday night show from 7-9pm.

The DJ is less than impressed with the schedule reshuffle however, seeming to believe he has been sacked from the station. He tweeted: “I've been sacked from 1Xtra Mon-Fri 4-7pm from sept.”

He later added: “I don't like gettin fired #Westwoodyourefired."

Radio One and 1Xtra chief Ben Cooper said of Westwood's departure: “Tim has proved to be one of the most influential figures in UK hip-hop and I’m delighted that he will continue to bring his wealth of knowledge and unique style to Radio 1 and 1Xtra across the weekends.”

Westwood will be replaced by presenter Charlie Sloth.

NEW MUSIC: PUSHA T FT THE-DREAM – ‘EXODUS 23:1’

G.O.O.D. Music’s Pusha T speaks his mind on the ominous Exodus 23:1, which features a hook from The-Dream. Exodus 23:1 is off the music compilation, Cruel Summer, Pusha goes ham on the track and some of his subliminal readily calls to mind the Drake and Common beef early this year. Let the music do the talking!

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ECOFEST NIGERIA’S GORGEOUS AND GREEN GALA

                

The Oriental Hotel Lagos, on the 23rd of June, 2012 , will play host to eco-luminaries, celebrities, politicians, leaders from the technology, banking, telecoms, oil & gas and media sectors, in Nigeria's premier green lifestyle events tagged Gorgeous and Green Gala.


The Gorgeous and Green Benefit is a fundraiser for the Planting for Peace; 155 Million Tree Campaign, which aims to fight the ravaging effects of climate change in Nigeria.


This glamorous Green Carpet event promises a gourmet dining experience by Celebrity Chef Bilal Jamal Eddine, an Eco-Fashion show by renowned fashion designer, Mr. Adebayo Jones, with A-List Nollywood Actors, Musicians and Models walking the Runway. There will also be live musical performances from some of Nigeria’s finest Artistes.

Ecofest Nigeria’s mission is to reconnect humanity to the environment by addressing one of the greatest challenges facing humanity - Climate Change. Let’s Go Green!!!


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NEW MUSIC: WALE, MEEK MILL-ACTIN' UP FT FRENCH MONTANA

Freshest joint from MMG Boys (Maybach Music Group) boys forthcoming compilation album Self Made Vol 2 aptly titled “Actin Up”. 
Hard spitting MMG’s Washington, DC bor Wale and Philly's Meek Mill join forces with the Bad Boy signed New York rapper French Montana for another banger that’s bound to get several spins in the whip and the strip club. Press play and download it below courtesy of DJ Scream.

Listen To: Wale & Meek Mill f/ French Montana – “Actin Up”

PHILLIP PHILLIPS WINS AMERICAN IDOL

PHILLIP PHILLIPS WINS AMERICAN IDOL

 For the fifth season in a row, a white guy with guitar has won "American Idol," after rocker Phillip Phillips was crowned the latest winner of the popular US talent search on Wednesday night.

Phillips, 21, bested 16-year-old Filipino-Mexican-American contestant Jessica Sanchez after a record 132 million votes were cast during the four-hour period after the previous night's final two performance show.

Phillips, whose style has been compared to Dave Matthews and British folk-rock band Mumford and Sons, looked stunned as his name was announced at the end of a two-hour finale featuring performances by Rihanna, Neil Diamond and Reba McEntire.

"Idol" judge Jennifer Lopez sang her new single and Steven Tyler's band Aerosmith closed the show with their 1976 classic rock tune "Walk This Way."  

SUPPORT WIZ KID TOUR @ HMV HAMMERSMITH APOLLO

Many of you may know that the Afrobeat superstar Wiz Kid will be hitting the UK for a mini tour and his first stop is at the HMV Hammersmith Apollo on the 04 of June.

We bring to you a special one off promotion by our partners over at Ticketmad!

With every ticket you purchase, you’re entered into the draw and have the opportunity of winning a chauffeur driven ride to the concert/show all expenses paid!

UK rapper Sneakbo will be the supporting act; not sure how you would take this but that’s the situation at hand.

Information on the show is stated below:

Venue: HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London

Time and Date: Mon 4 June 2012, 18:00

Tickets: £20.00 + £3.00 Booking Fee. Delivery by post is an additional £2.00

Age restrictions – 14′s and under to be accompanied by an adult

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NEW MUSIC: RICK ROSS-SO SOPHISTICATED FT MEEK MILL

RICKY ROZAY- SO SOPHISTICATED FT MEEK MILL

Ricky Rozay recently dropped his latest single "Touch N You" where the R&B crooner, Usher Raymond lends his voice. This week he gives the streets his latest "So Sophisticated" Featuring Meek Mill. 

Make sure to check it out and let us know what you think!

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BET AWARD 2012: WIZKID, ICE PRINCE NOMINATED, KANYE WITH MOST NOMINATION

Check out the complete list on nominations below and tell Us: Who were you surprised to see nominated and who do you think was snubbed?

MARSHA AMBROSIUS FOR BEST FEMALE R&B ARTISTE

Best Female R&B Artist

- Marsha Ambrosius

- Beyoncé

- Mary J. Blige

- Melanie Fiona

- Rihanna

Best Male R&B Artist

- Chris Brown

- Bruno Mars

- Miguel

- Trey Songz

- Usher

KANYE WEST HAS THE MOST NOMINATIONS

Best Group

- Bad Meets Evil

- Diddy-Dirty Money

- Maybach Music Group

- Mindless Behavior

- The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West)

Best Collaboration

- Beyoncé featuring J. Cole, "Party"

- Big Sean featuring Kanye West & Roscoe Dash, "Marvin & Chardonnay"

- DJ Khaled featuring Drake, Rick Ross & Lil Wayne, "I'm On One"

- Drake featuring Lil Wayne & Tyga, "The Motto"

- The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West) featuring Otis Redding, "Otis"

- Wale featuring Miguel, "Lotus Flower Bomb"

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

- Big Sean

- Drake

- J. Cole

- Lil Wayne

- Rick Ross

- Young Jeezy

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

- Diamond

- Nicki Minaj

- Brianna Perry

- Trina

Video of the Year

- Beyoncé, "Countdown"

- Beyoncé, "Love On Top"

- The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West), "N---as in Paris"

- The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West) featuring Otis Redding, "Otis"?- Usher, "Climax"

SAMUEL L JACKSON THE ANCHOR

Video Director of the Year

- Beyoncé & Alan Ferguson

- Benny Boom

- Chris Brown & Godfrey Tabarez

- Kanye West

- Hype Williams

Best New Artist

- A$AP Rocky

- Big Sean

- Diggy

- Future

- Meek Mill

Best Gospel

- Yolanda Adams

- Kim Burrell

- James Fortune & FIYA

- Fred Hammond

- Trin-I-Tee 5:7

Best Actress

- Angela Bassett

- Viola Davis

- Taraji P. Henson

- Regina King

- Zoe Saldana

Best Actor

- Don Cheadle

- Common

- Idris Elba

- Kevin Hart

- Denzel Washington

Young Stars Award

- Astro

- Diggy

- Jacob Latimore

- Keke Palmer

- Willow Smith

Best Movie

- Good Deeds

- Jumping the Broom

- Laugh at My Pain

- Red Tails

- The Help

Subway Sportswoman of the Year

- Skylar Diggins

- Brittney Griner

- Candace Parker

- Serena Williams

- Venus Williams

PHOTOS: Meet Blue Ivy!

Subway Sportsman of the Year

- Carmelo Anthony

- Kobe Bryant

- Victor Cruz

- Kevin Durant

- LeBron James

Coca-Cola Viewers' Choice Award

- Beyoncé, "Love on Top"

- Chris Brown, "Turn Up the Music"

- Drake featuring Lil Wayne & Tyga, "The Motto"

- Mindless Behavior,  "Hello"

- The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West) featuring Otis Redding, "Otis"

- Wale featuring Miguel, "Lotus Flower Bomb"

Centric Award

- Common

- Estelle

- Robert Glasper

- Robin Thicke

- Tyrese

Best International Act: Africa

- Camp Mulla (Kenya)

- Ice Prince (Nigeria)

- Lira (South Africa)

- Mokobe (Mali)

- Sarkodie (Ghana)

- Wizkid (Nigeria)

EMELI SANDE  NOMINATED FOR BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT UK

Best International Act: U.K.

- Estelle

- Labrinth

- Emeli Sandé

- Sway

- Wretch 32