Afro-Fusion Sensation Bolu Ajibade Delivers Dance-floor Ready Tune With “Gbas Gbos”

Following the release of his last single “Old Soldier” which featured Buju, Afro-fusion sensation, BOLU AJIBADE released his brand-new single “Gbas Gbos” on October 9. Over the infectious upbeat track produced by Trill Xoe, BOLU AJIBADE is enveloped with confidence, dishing out words of warning to anyone who comes with trouble. Wielding his dreamy vocals and strength at inventing lamba-driven words, the mix of groovy percussion and airy synths serve as the perfect accompaniment to BOLU AJIBADE’s catchy lyrics.   

BOLU AJIBADE has constantly shown himself as one of the captivating voices on the continent thanks to a radiant voice that can convey several emotions. With Gbas Gbos, he proves that again.  

                                      ABOUT BOLU AJIBADE

BOLU AJIBADE is an eclectic performing artiste from Canada. Born in Nigeria, West Africa. Bolu is a writer, singer and producer whose sound could best described as diverse Afrobeats. His ability to swing into different genres, keeping his Afro vibe makes him unique. He started 2020 on a high note; by sharing with the world his single with Buju #OldSoldier, which was a rhythmic combination of an age-old phrase and the modern day afropop.

BOLU AJIBADE seeks to take a step further with his music as he plans to drop his next single come December 11, titled #MamiWater. 

4 Sex Topics You And Your Partner Should Discuss

Did you guys just start talking? or its a bit weird of talking about your sexual desires and fetish?

When your communication skills are topnotch in your love circle ,everything will be fine including great sex. when you become intimate with your partner, you discover a lot of hidden desires. Before you visit her holy land if you want to minimize the chances of an awkward moment in bed,knowing each others desire and past is key in kicking off the right foot.

1] Desires Fetish and Fantasies 

its essential for couples to discuss about their fetish and sexual pleasures so as to know when and how to connect with your partner. Use of toys,oils and potion are pretty standard but if you're a bondage queen or secret dominant give your partner a heads up. Many have been single for a while and their sex life has gone east,don't be worried there is a cure for it. Never underestimate your lovers bedroom interest with  people that discuss about sex,there often think of vaginal intercourse but its more than that; Anal or Oral sex also counts yes? Are you ready for all three? Is your partner ready to talk? It clarifies boundaries

2] Discuss Your Future Plans And Sexual History

Do not leave it to your partner to look out for your best interests. Your sexual health is your responsibility like the saying "What you don't know might hurt you". Its okay to to be fresh together,its certainly one that ends with you both feeling great about having a clean slate. Family planning is also a thing for safe and free sex,talk to your partners about birth control methods. I promise you nothing is more uncomfortable than dealing with an unplanned pregnancy.

3]Be Open About Your Sexual Secrets

In order to have a healthy sexual expression in the bedroom,its a brilliant idea that partners are honest about what has happened to them the good,bad and ugly. But the question is how do you approach such a touchy topic? Its best to initiate this conversation in private not in texts or in functions keyword is "IN PRIVATE"

QUICK HACK: "you can begin by letting your partner know that you have something you'd want to discuss with them but you feel uncomfortable about the conversation but you want to be honest".

NB: If you feel uncomfortable having sexual conversations or reveal your sexual past then you shouldn't be having sex with them.

4] Swap Roles And Calendars

You love it by 4am but they might be night crawlers,you're comfortable having sex 24/7 but you're partner is a two months guy.She loves to ride but you prefer from the back.You can be on different frequencies, this is important because a night person can take a morning sex rejection personally.

To Whom It May Concern

 

Now you're back with your normal words,

I'm sorry love like you didn't remember your hurtful ways,

But I'm the good guy who always wants to see a better day,

That's why you still lied when the truth was crystal clear,

I remember how I begged you to stay but it looked like I was selfish,

When I knew I wasn't the only one who was stroking your catfish,

I remember how I put my life in danger just to see you at the office,

But I was sacked with no words like i didn't deserve some audience,

I wish you well somedays and most times it's fuck you season,

Since you left me on the fence just because he had more money,

Now you're back with blood on tees like he stabbed all your profits,

I hope the distance was worth it because you're not worth my time,

When eating with the devil always use the long spoon,

That's why nothing in this world can make me trust you,

Love can really make you stupid,

Imagine what we did for some crumbs of pussy,

That wasn't still my motive I just wanted us to grow seeds,

Plant them in your vineyard and watch it grow into proceeds,

You told him you'd be back for good stay and try to make this work,

Funny how I still love you but this time it must be physical,

Not in the sheets or texts that covers all your dirty smiles,

Show your words like your Instagram and watch us grow like Bonnie and Clyde.

5 AMAZING SHOWS/FILMS TO WATCH ON NETFLIX RIGHT NOW

 While we stay united and keep fighting #ENDSWATANDSARS movement, Netflix has some amazing shows that can keep your body and mind lifted in these dark times. We have compiled a list of 5 shows you can watch in Netflix today so grab a popcorn and ease down the stress.

1) UGLY DELICIOUS(2018)

2) DIRTY MONEY (2018)

3) NEVER HAVE I EVER (2020)

4) UNORTHODOX (2020)

5) LOVESICK (2015)

KANNON'S SOUND MAKES AN ENTRANCE INTO FILM AS HIS SINGLE "FACE" FEATURES IN ANTO LECKY'S MOVIE “MAY 29”

  

In a cut throat industry such as music, artiste and record producer Ademola Adegbite also known as Kannon has delved into the world of film scoring/soundtracks and is slowly carving a path for himself in the film industry as his 2020 single 'Face' featuring Titxn is heard in the feature length film 'May 29' a psychological thriller with dark themed visuals which follows the life and haunting family ancestry of the lead character "Mayowa" (played by Anto Lecky) as she raps up her final exams. Kannon decided to venture into Film sound and Advertising due to the unbalanced compensation culture for producers in the Nigerian music industry. He is of the opinion that producers should have other streams of income either within or outside the music industry.  His company Novus Entertainment also composed music for a short film titled 'Stigma'. The movie which addressed rape culture in Nigeria was produced by Ayo Ekun; premiered at the University of Lagos and is featured on Amazon's video streaming service. Kannon has worked with artists such as Jackmillz (who was featured on Olamide's "999" Studio Album), Meji, Mo'Believe and more. He has been featured on websites such as OkayAfrica, The PGM Club and Pulse.ng. Kannon was also one of the producers selected for the maiden edition of The Sarz Academy in 2015; the program was developed by award-winning producer "Sarz" to mentor young composers as they enter into the Nigerian music industry. Watch Film Snippet Here

Edge Links Up With AYL⌀ & Tega On New Single “Ooolala”

Edge teams up with AYLØ & Tega to deliver a hypnotic, sexy R&B vibe on “Ooolala” The B.C

based artist gives off a new Toronto feeling with this single. Kelowna, BC — Sept. 25, 2020 — Edge is rapidly making a name for himself within Western

Canada and internationally. His previous three singles have gotten him placements on some of

Canada’s most read blogs, interviews on local television and airplay on stations in Toronto,

Vancouver and even Nigeria. Edge has been steadily gaining momentum in 2020 and shows no signs of slowing down.

This song "Ooolala" heavily draws from Toronto's giants as well as it's vibrant night scene, inspired by artists such Partynextdoor, Drake, and the Weekend. Edge teams up with AYLØ, a Nigerian Alté rising star and Tega a B.C singer-songwriter to deliver a moody, sexy, dark R&B vibe. Edge says, “in times like these, we the artists/creatives have an obligation to our fans and listeners to keep their spirits up and motivated through the use of our art and music”.

Edge has been featured on Canada's second most-watched private terrestrial television

network, Global TV and across more than 500+ influential playlists across Spotify since his

breakout release in 2018. His songs have received airplay and features on CBC Radio,Coolradio93, Melodyfm88.6, Rockfm94.7, Rainbow94.1fm, Ct1r, stations spanning from Toronto to Nigeria. Featured on blogs such as Elevator Mag, ForTheCultureCanada, Hidden Beats,

Kelowna Capital News, Independent Spirits, AnR Factory, Sesashop, Tinnitist and more, and he

has opened for and shared the stage with the likes of Amine, Petit Biscuit, 88glam, Adamn Killa,

Ill Chris, Golden BSP, Teon Gibbs, BBNO$, and more.

LISTEN TO OOOLALA HERE

"Edge takes inspiration from Rap giants such as Travis Scott and Don Toliver to create a catchy and prominent flow that effortlessly

rides the track. The BC Artist creates a colorful sonic landscape riddled with tasteful ad-libs and melodic brilliance." - Elevator Mag

"I’ve seen him perform countless times and honestly I’ve always loved his sets. Edge had explosiveness which was very contagious

and with his charisma commanded the room." - FortheCultureCanada

"Influenced by everything from his Nigerian roots to modern pop, reggae and rap of all eras (most noticeably Tyler the Creator),

Edge is carving out his place quickly within the world of hip-hop by creating a unique sound all his own that is laced with details of

his experiences thus far." - Hidden Beats

"Edge succeeds in his bet: to make you want to dance, under emotions veiled with raging sweetness." Independent Spirits

"Edge has all the skills to impress any crowd as he just flows with smooth professionalism, his voice captures a picture of cruising

around in Vice City, rocking up to the best house party and following him into the VIP section." - AnRFactory

"It's about 3:30 am and after a debate about hip-hop and rap and where's going, we turned on

Edge's new song. I won't lie we were

dancing and cheers our glasses to a hit." - Sesashop.

TRAPPED THE EP BY OLA BONNY TEEZY

 

The TRAPPED the EPproject was made during the worldwide spread of Covid19 and eventual lockdown. This period got me lost in deep thought as I pick my pen to write about societal ills like rape, suicide, depression, drug abuse etc. The intent of TRAPPED the EP is to create more awareness on the ills of the present-day--especially against women. Rape, Drugs, Abuse are some of these topics that we pretend don't exist but are at the core of the problems we have today. I want people to talk more about that and to share in my belief for a better future.

The TRAPPED the EP is made whole-fully with powerful stories laced beautifully across the common topic of interest. Have you listened to a song and got lost in the art? That is the experience this project offers at first listen. Every single song on the project perfectly compliment the previous one - making you feel the obvious urge to listen to end.

One thing you will enjoy from the TRAPPED the EP, is the rich lyrical content and poetic justification. Every song was obviously well planned and written down (with a clear message attached)

Below is the track-list. (All tracks are mixed and mastered by myself)

1.    Swerve (Prod. by Vin Ace)

2.    Suicide (Prod. by AndreOnBeat)

3.    Slam (Prod. by UnknownCookUp)

4.    Migo (Prod. by GMP)

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH APRIL MAEY

 In recent times,the music industry has seen Nigerian women become bold with their spread choices of music into depth from Disc Jockeying, Playlisting and curations,Song writing and soulful Artistes pushing the culture to the next level. Belgium based Nigerian alternative artiste , April “Somi” Maey with masters in new media at the VUB in Brussels Belgium released her Debut EP “Ticket To Anywhere” with songs like Somebody,Starry nights etc while she continuously expressed her identity on each track. She has worked with notable Artistes like MI Abaga,YCee,Reinhard,Oxlade to mention a few. The project displays her musical prowess to flow between multiple genres considering her lack of experience in the industry.

Congratulations on your debut EP April, considering your skeletal discography and lack of experience in the industry,how were you able to make this happen?

Well, I just wanted to put together a project to test the market and see how people receive it. I was lucky enough to have a few people in the industry help me through it and give me some feedback, citymonstar, Boogey, slay Velli. They all really helped me find the sound I wanted and yeah, we made it happen. 

You're a Nigerian based in Belgium tell us more about yourself?

I’m just a chill person, and I really like to go with the vibe. Nigeria has impacted me a lot and I like to show that and appreciate the culture. There isn’t a lot going on apart from music and school. I study a masters degree at VUB in Brussels and I’ll be done in 2021. Before then, I’ll just focus on putting out good music and developing as an artist and performer! 

What made you pursue a career in music?

I’ve always loved music, it’s my biggest inspiration, I worked at chocolate city music and the love for music grew, so I decided to give it a shot! 

What would you describe your sound as?

I just love vibes! I love lyrics and emotion and sometimes I just like to vibe on songs, so get ready for different versions of me and I’d say prepare to be surprised haha! 

What was the creative Process of your EP “Ticket to anywhere”?

There were a lot of songs that didn’t make it on the project. I just wanted it to be relaxing and try to express different feelings through the music. Ticket to Anywhere was mostly about my transition from design to music, and merging different versions of myself. 

You maintained the same low charming tempo which allows each track to perfectly fit into another,how's your growth been music Wise?

I’ve grown a lot in the past year, but I definitely want to express different feelings, not just the one chill vibe. And I’d like to experiment a lot, there’s still so much I haven’t tried and I’m excited to just dive into it

For you the EP “Ticket to anywhere” is a big story book,what inspired the project?

It was about merging the design/creative side of myself and the music side. Most times people want you to focus on one thing. But I’m not like that, I want to be as creative as possible and express myself in as many ways as possible. That’s what inspired the project, my willingness to create and try new things. 

Talking about Collaborations,who would you love being in the studio with creating music?

Asa, Omah Lay, Burna Boy. And a lot more! 

What's next for you April?

Right now I’m focusing on building myself as an artist and testing the market, seeing what works best and making good music.

LISTEN TO TICKET TO ANYWHERE EP HERE

PRESS RELEASE FOR ANYTHING BY CYPRIAN ALAKIJA

 

 Cyprian Alakija is an Afrobeats Singer/Songwriter from Lagos, Nigeria. He’s a student of University of Ibadan. 

His new single “Anything” is a follow up to his 6-track debut tape, “Love, Perfection & Heartbreak”. The songs were inspired by great life-changing experiences from individuals. 

Anything is a romantic ensnaring love song that talks about doing anything for a lover. 

As Cyprian rides the Audiomonkey produced tune, to deliver an infectious show of ultimate love and care with his lyrics “Anything for you”, professional engineered by Switch Sonics.

He sings passionate lines in hopes of capturing the lover’s heart, “Of all the things wey dey my thoughts, you are the priority my love.” 

You need to get this on your playlist. It’s a sure banger.

LISTEN TO ANYTHING HERE

Press Release For Xino Ranking Dangerously Talented EP

Zino Clinton Mena is a Nigerian Afrobeat, Afrofusion and Afropop artist from Delta State born on the 6th of January. Xino started getting involved with music at an early age of 7 and by 2016 he released his Debut single Yetunde. 

The talent was not too far from the tree as He was born into a music family where his father was a beacon of inspiration from when he could talk. He also draws Inspiration from some of his Favorite African artists such as Baba 2010, Burna boy,Wizkid and Peruzzi. ‘Gimme love’ his most popular song  was released on the 21st of August 2020, which hit over 15,000 stresms in less than a week of it's release.Evolving from a singer to a songwriter while surfing the waves of being a music producer and an instrumentalist on the side, the dangerously talented artist still has a hat full of surprise hits ready for as many that can handle it.
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His Debut project "Dangerously Talented EP" is finally here. A true showcase of diversity of music, each song has a message and a storyline you can focus and relate to while expressing how I felt emotionally and musically. All tracks were produced by me except track 4 and 5. Track 4 was produced by the magical KuUka and track 5 produced by Echotheguru; all songs mixed and mastered by Mystro. 

Track 1: TIRE YOU- "TIRE YOU" talks about a lovestruck guy in a possessive relationship, his girl mostly lied about everything in the relationship, her affairs with other guys and all, so that's why you hear all this flexing of muscles trying to be strong "E GO TIRE YOU" 

Track2: JUJU-"JUJU" Is a track that portrays a guy that is so much in love with his woman. JUJU defines "LOVE". 

Track3: "ENERGY" Is a very happy song that portrays love as well it has a lot of happy instrument attached to it, it's defined as the excitement of love and it's melody packed. 

Track4: "GIMME LOVE" is a love song, no real story here but it teaches you how to praise your woman and understand her, adapt her habits and cherish her place in your life.

Track 5: "GBON GBON" is a real dancehall banger, the song praises a beautiful woman who is endowed and blessed with a beautiful body and personality. 

GET TO KNOW:ZOË MODIGA

    A celebrated artist at home with awards such as the Mbokodo Award - an event to recognise women who have shown leadership, fostered growth and made efforts to strengthen the arts - in South Africa (2018) and SAMRO Overseas Scholarship Competition (2015). Zoë’s debut album was nominated for Best Jazz Album and Best African Artist for the 24th South African Music Awards 2018. Zoë Modiga is an artist who represents the present and future of South African music drawing from the roots of roots of African storytelling, Jazz composition and Motown soul but creating a sound entirely her own in order to communicate an evolving African sound without loosing its essence.Zoë has performed at celebrated festivals at home in South Africa such as the The Cape Town International Jazz Festival, Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, Durban Jazz Festival, Oppikoppi, Rocking the Daisies, Afropunk, Redbull Music Festival, Hugh Masekela Heritage Festival, Joburg Film Festival, Fete De La Musique, Basha Uhuru Festival, and many more. International she has played the famed MTN Bushfire Festival in eSwatini, toured Mozambique, the USA as part of Somi’s Africa Salon series and more recently in Germany with Seba Kaapstad. 

Zoë has collaborated with some of South Africa’s finest musicians including Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Thandiswa Mazwai, Johnny Clegg, Simphiwe Dana, Louis Maholo, Tshepo Tshola and many more. 

From her township upbringing, raised by its people and community with a strong influence of her grandmother and grandfather of the importance of the retention of African stories and culture her love of music shown through at a young age leading her to attend the National School of the Arts in Braamfontein.

A self produced world class artist; singer, songwriter, performer, bandleader. Through collaboration and creativity at the highest level creating a bold and vibrant transcendent live performance with strong bold visuals, vibrant fashion and world class dance, showing the beauty and simplicity of telling stories in our own languages to reach to the core of a global audience.

Zoë Modiga is an artist challenging the status quo and inspiring a new generation, a true representation of excellence.

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LISTEN TO HER ALBUM INGANEKWANE

Lord Emeka Is Becoming A Force To Recon With In The Industry.

     19 years Nigerian Uk-based Artiste Nnaemeka Evans Okpoko alias “Lord Emeka” is becoming a force in the music industry to recon with. He started writing music in Lagos,Nigeria in 2018 and started perfecting his skills and experience then began to do music professionally in the early months of 2019 after he released his Debut single “Prodigy” and he rose the bar again with his sweet harmonies and smooth transition. He is  currently studying International Relations in Coventry along side multitasking studio sessions and recording music. His goal in a few years is to influence the Nigerian music industry while connecting dots around the world with his diverse sound and all his music has to offer. Helping the younger generation of artistes achieve thier dreams especially those which much talent but no source of income or help. He says “the world is not ready for what he has to offer so let's fasten our belts and enjoy the ride”.

 Follow his socials:
Twitter: Lord_Eofficial
Instagram: lord_emeka

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Spotify:Listen To Lord E On Spotify

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Reinventing Yourself

 
The most constant thing in life is change and that occurs every time the clock ticks, yesterday is gone and today has come without taking permission from nature or earth ,same way change happens and we have to move with it or be left offside. Lets talk on something that has left a lot of youths stranded with thoughts and questions."Reinventing yourself!! What does it mean to reinvent yourself? How do I start? Why is it important and all those questions roaming through your minds.

CHANGE IS NOT SOMETHING YOU DO SOMEDAYS AND TAKE A BEAK FROM OTHER DAYS

     To change the way that you behave or the things that you do so people think of you as a new bred/a different kind of person is reinventing yourself and the good thing about this is you can reinvent yourself anytime. you need to understand the laws of change and time to be able to help in becoming a new person but sometimes its always a hard nut to crack in knowing whether perseverance or reinvention is the right decision. it is always important to talk and ask questions on why we are doing what we do,you cant set your time on another mans clock or wangle into a craft you know nothing about just because your peers are flocking around it. If what you're doing is your dream and passion, then don't divert your attention. many will ask if its important to reinvent yourself,yes it is very important so you don't stay stagnant because you can lose everything you see today and how do you get it tomorrow?by sleeping on your bed?or drowning in your thoughts? No you have to pick yourself and recreate you into a new person. This has a lot to do with you as a human,the principal reason is to keep reinventing yourself to ensure that life doesn't become stagnant,things may not work out but if you keep looking at every blessed day with the same views you're bound to be crippled by negativity and bad energies surrounding your thoughts.

CHANGE IS A SHIFT IN LIFESTYLE

 STEPS TO THRIUMPHANTLY REINVENT YOURSELF

1] Do you really want to move on?
     This should be the first question you sincerely ask yourself when you want to move on and if the answer is positive then you are good to go. I have seen that if you don't want to change ,you never will and from that point you are left stagnant on life.

2] Picture yourself outside yourself.
    An artist stares at his art as he endlessly finds new ways to shape. That's how you need to see yourself as a work of art in progress,no need to get sad or step down on yourself when you see something you don't like instead like Nike,just do it.

3]Practice and push yourself everyday.
     Reinventing requires daily dedication to the point where that new habits take the place of an old one and no longer requires conscious effort.

4]Surround yourself with the truth.
    In the world today,a lot of yes men are scattered everywhere,if you're trying to be a new being stay far and stay close to those that fed you the bitter truth, you need people who are going to challenge and question you, you need people who wont be afraid to spill the bitter truth to your face.

5]Life is a risk so you must take it
     You will never become the person you want to be by continuing to be the person you currently are."Comfort is the fall of kings",to unlock your new growth you must step out of your comfort zone until you are willing to take that risk, you will forever stay where you are.