?

Taking a walk through the field,

Smiling and regretting my decisions,

Asked myself a question,

“Are you real to yourself”?

The lies the day hold is too much,

For it to be peaceful to reason,

When you lay in your bed at night,

“Who are you”?

“Am I real to me”?

The person you are cannot be painted,

By the audio mirage and fake nemesis,

When you hit your rest bed,

Never underestimate the power of the truth,

The zeal to liberate your soul from clout,

But many will die than say sorry,

It has eaten deep into our system,

Who will deliver my people from this plague?

Written by Nnaemeka Daniel

#TheLostSounds: AYO MAFF

 

Born Ayorinde Mafoluku Ayodele, Ayo Maff is an 18yr old music artist from Lagos state Nigeria. Born and raised in the rural suburbs of Lagos state, Ayo Maff has honed his art by making music from the happenings in his society and personal experiences as well. With about 11.5k (eleven thousand five hundred) monthly listeners on Spotify, Ayo Maff has over time established himself as a talent to look forward to over time.

Consequent to these, Ayo Maff is on a move to improve on himself and spread his art to all the corners of the earth and to the ears and hearts of those persons who can relate and appreciate his music as well as make a special impact in the music scene on the long run with his sound.

Ayo Maff hit single “Jama Jama” over the period of its release amassed so much plays and acknowledgement from listeners across all digital streaming platforms and went on to chart on the Apple Music Nigeria and Shazam Nigeria and Shazam Lagos peaking at top 20 R&B and soul chart on Apple Music, top 50 on Shazam Nigeria and top 30 on Shazam Lagos charts. This song also went viral on social media with over 40k (forty thousand) videos made with the sound on TikTok alone, with all other social media platforms generating good numbers as well. 

STREAMS

Over 1m Audiomack streams.

Over 365k plays on Apple Music.

Over 158k plays on Spotify.

Over 49.7k Shazams.

Over 6k views on YouTube.

CHARTS

Top 20 R&B and soul chart on Apple Music Top 50 on Shazam Nigeria.

Top 30 on Shazam Lagos charts.

SOCIAL MEDIA

40k+ videos on TikTok.

Almost 1k videos on Instagram.

There’s No Manual For Management In The Entertainment Industry - A&R Emmanuellah

 

   Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought." – Albert Einstein. Afrobeats has gone global and the world is on our frequency recreating sonic sounds and the women in afrobeats have held it down becoming backbones of this organic edifice from singers to songwriters,A&R’s and Talent Managers.

          Born in Portharcourt and raised in Rivers state, Meet Emmanuellah, Talent Manager, A&R and Brand Manager. She’s currently the talent manager to the Rise crooner “TDOLLAR”.

Colossus: tell us about yourself?

Ella: My name is emmanuellah, talent manager, A&R, brand manager. Born and raised in rivers state, Portharcourt. Eventually, I had to leave there to chase my music aspirations here in lagos.

C: How did you venture into music?

Ella: Growing up as a kid, I always loved music and I said I must do it oh, no matter what. Started off with learning the theoretical aspect, attended two music schools, started playing the piano and drums, meeting people, learning and gradually coiling my way into the scene, and here I am. Thank God for grace.

C: What are your strengths as music executive?

Ella: My ability to identify potential breakthrough talents, develop and nurture them. Critical thinking skills to negotiate business deals that will be beneficial to my team as a whole. 

C: What’s your management style?

Ella: There’s no manual for management in the entertainment industry. Just do you and pray to God.

C: How do you stay organized while having multiple roosters to attend to?

Ella: Organization is not for the weak lol. Anyways, I have a detailed calendar of important dates such as release dates, promotional activities, recording sessions, personal events e.t.c. I prioritize tasks based on urgency and I communicate it with the team.

C: How do you handle meeting a tight deadline as music executive?

Ella: Like i said earlier “scheduled calendar” with a sprinkle of sleepless night.

C: What’s the challenging part of budgeting for you?

Ella: The budget itself mehn lol, Everyone has to be careful here, it’s not just about writing a huge budget, it’s about correct appropriation, prioritizing the area your artist needs the most for that particular single or project and allocating the resources correctly. 

C: For someone who’s trying to venture into being a music executive, what are basic guides you would share?

Ella: Keep your head up, ears on the ground, be open minded to learn everyday because you never stop learning.

Ja Sope is an Afro tune providing a world flavor with an infusion of Amapiano.

 

Odebunmi Ayomide Oluwasegun , also known as “Airboy” is a fast rising Nigerian recording aritst, song writer and a performing artist. The name Airboy rings bells throughout the Nigerian music industry. With his debut hit “Ayepo” in 2017, Airboy has consistantly delivered a unique sound that his fans have grown to love. His diverse collection of singles and sound have caught the attention of several heavy hitters in the music industry, including a remix to his hit “AyePo” with Burna Boy, solidifying another hit under his belt.

The young and rising star was born on 20th November, 1997 to the family of Mr Akin and Mrs Abosede Odebunmi, natives of Omu Ekiti. He went full time into the music industry in 2014, his genre being Afro Pop and Rn’B with a little infusion of Fuji. The name 'AIRBOY' was inspired by people’s comments on his songs, most of which was that, his songs are like a breath of fresh air.

Airboy was signed to Aquila Records in 2016. In the same year, he released hit singles under the label including: #Ayepo #Showcase #NawoNawo #Leso and many others. His debut release under the record label #Dance received rave reviews including hitting Top Ten on Apple Ghana Charts. He dropped #Koko in 2021 which topped the boomplay top 5 charts for 3 weeks. AIRBOY aims to inspire the youth by showing them their dreams are valid and can be reality with hard work and dedication. 

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DN Label released a new single

Debbie Nwuli, popularly called DN released a new song titled "MONICA" featuring an upcoming act Kukoyi Oluwatoyosi, also known as ToStar. 

The Fast Rising Talent Manager and CEO of DN Label Entertainment collaborated with Tostar to produce MONICA after Tostar emerged as the winner of a talent competition organized by DN Label Entertainment two years ago, Tostar was temporarily signed to the agency and was assured of the production of MONICA which was just a freestyle as at that time. DN saw potentials and believed the song would be a jam and in her own words "I count how many times I listened to the freestyle of the song, it was a video he uploaded to audition and I promised him later on that we were going to produce the song and here we are, I guess dreams do come true. "

MONICA is an heartfelt song produced and mixed and mastered by Dawie. It's a heartbreak song that is relatable to both male and female.  Tostar said "Yes, it's a true story, I was hurt by a girl I loved but her name isn't truly MONICA."

STREAM MONICA HERE

Bella Shmurda Channels Greatness in latest, 'New Born Fela'

 Bella Shmurda, the voice of the young people, has just released a new single, aptly titled 'New Born Fela'. The young talent who is widely known for conscious music with street sensibilities and mass appeal, channels the spirit of the late Afrobeat progenitor Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, in his latest release.

New Born Fela' produced by Fancy Beats, sees Bella Shmurda authoritatively claim he is the people's champion - "I be the newborn Fela, storyteller, battery charger." 

  A brief sax solo comes in at the middle of the song right after Bella Shmurda claims refuge in Fela's communal haven- Kalakuta Republic. New Born Fela' was released across all streaming platforms on Thursday, August 4, 2022.

Listen to New Born Fela

About To Take Off – Emaxee Sets To Drop His Debut Body of Work

 

Emaxee, listening to Olamide, Wizkid, and Dagrin, is inspired to make music. After his several 

trials at freestyling, Emaxee kickstarted being an indigenous rapper. He didn’t just stop at music; 

he also built other creative skills, especially valuable ones in the entertainment industry. Creating, recreating, developing, and evolving has been a constant element of the brand, Emaxee.

 To continuously facilitate huge acceptance and creatively express his views on societal happenings, Emaxee has emulated growth, and this transition has explored the artiste and his creative sides even greater. He has also experienced a significant acceptance from the public, which has been great and with a growing upward trend. The trajectory has proven the artiste to have been on an insistent growth train, which can be attached to his and the team’s relentless efforts. 

Emaxee, merging his experiences and consistent growth as the basis for his messages, is set to release his first EP, Oranges and Lemonades, encapsulating a five-song masterpiece. As he said, he has prepared this project by infusing all of his experiences and creativity and is about to show the world the multi-faceted talents he has developed over the years. 

“When life gives you a lemon, you make lemonades out of it” – as it goes round many lips, but Emaxee stands to challenge this as more can be made than just lemonade. Life gives us a lemon; we make lemonades as everyone has expected and create more out of it. Life gives us a chance; why restrict ourselves to creating just a value? This is the concept of “Oranges and Lemonades”. 

This is a project creating pictures of the growth process of the artist. Emaxee as an artist has 

evolved, and this project aims to prove that growth, telling the stories listeners can hold on to, relate to, and reference when good music is mentioned. He ensured to touch on critical issues, especially among the Gen Z, such as self-confidence, the faults of the Nigerian government in impeding young creatives and innovators, and the teeming struggling youths. He extended his real-life-influenced pieces to be a romantic as well as a free-spirited songwriter, offering clubs a jam to light up people’s moods.

The inspiration behind every song is different, as well as the story it tells; the drives and message 

the artist wishes to pass with every changing beat, lyric, and melody are also different. The ‘Oranges and Lemonades’ project consists of five carefully selected Emaxee original sounds:

What If Not Balance Silicon Valley Forever Skido

Here, emaxee welcomes you to the new generational sound. Listen and enjoy ‘Oranges and 

Lemonades’.

Listen to Oranges and Lemonade

BREAKING NEWS: COURT AWARDS N10.9MN DAMAGES AGAINST IGP AND OTHERS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATION.

BREAKING NEWS: COURT AWARDS N10.9MN DAMAGES AGAINST IGP AND OTHERS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATION......Slammed police for invasion, assault, violence and unprofessional conducts.

  A High Court sitting  in Arochukwu, Abia State on Tuesday 10th May, 2022 found the Nigeria Police Force guilty of Human Rights violations and ordered the Abia State Commissioner of Police, DSP Aniefiok Sampson and Inspector Etim Etim of the Force to pay the sum of N10.9 million to the Applicant.

In a suit marked HAR/2hc/2022 the Applicant, Chief Pascal Kanu, Chairman of Paviosca Hotel Limited Umudike, Umuahia through his Counsel Bar G.U Obinnaya in a motion dated 22nd March, 2022 asked the court among other things to make a declaration that the invasion of Paviosca Hotel at 22:00 hours on 4th December, 2021 which led to destruction of CCTV system and other properties without any lawful justification was unconstitutional, illegal  and infact a derogation of the Applicant's right to dignity of his person and right to own immovable property as guaranteed by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. 

Joined in the suit as respondents were the Inspector General of Police (IGP) as 1st, Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone9 Umuahia as 2nd, Abia State Commissioner of Police as 3rd, Police Service Commission (PSC) as 4th defendant, DSP Aniefiok Sampson as 5th and Inspector Etim Etim as 6th respondent. The suit was brought pursuant to Order 2 Rule 1,2,3 4 and 5 of Fundamental Rights (Enforcement Proceedure) Rule 2009, Order 39 Rule (1) and (2) of the Abia State High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules 2014 and Section 43 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as Amended). The Inspector General of Police and other mentioned respondents did not put up appearance throughout the duration of the hearing.

Delivering judgment, the Presiding Judge, Hon Justice Benson Anya frowned at the impunity and unprofessional conduct of Police which led to such massive and avoidable destructions. He further slammed police for first destroying the CCTV camera system that would have aided them in their investigation while at same time stealing cash belonging to the Applicant which speared premeditated. The judge further held that the conduct was unacceptable and gross violation of Human Rights. The court believed that the 3rd, 5th and 6th defendants were directly instrumental to the violations and therefore ordered them  to pay the Applicant the sum of N2,819,400 as cash forcefully removed from Paviosca Hotel and N8,000,000 as cost for Human Right Violations. The Judge noted with anger the refusal of the respondents to appear in court.

Speaking after the judgement, Barr Obinnaya expressed satisfaction as he described it as a landmark judgment and victory for Human Right Enforcers. He contended that it's a victory for the people and hailed the judge for sound judgment. He further revealed that the Commissioner of Police  ignored the directive of the IGP for the matter to be properly investigated based on petition by the Applicant hence, her failure necessitated the filing of the case. He stated that the petition gave details of the forceful invasion and intimation of armless and defenceless customers and staff by Police Team without uniform which initially raised fears of possible armed robbery attack. In the heat of that, the officers extorted N1,117,000 from one of the customers by name David and his girlfriend and allowed them to go whereas 11 others were charged to court. The transfers were made via Zenith Bank account for N400,000.00 and Crypto transaction valued at N717,000 through Access Bank . These are facts presented to IGP in the petition yet, Police turned blind eyes and refused to take actions against the erring officers. He explained that the Attorney General of the State has indicated interest to take over the matter as he had already called for the case file.  On the cost, he explained that they expected higher costs against NPF but expressed satisfaction at the wisdom of the trial judge. He concluded by advising the Police to end every form of human right violations and be more professional in operation.

Petition to IGP gives full details of the cases. The detailed transactions and damages to the hotel facility is also attached.

David Adeyemi set to launch book on Music Promotion

 Public Relations expert, David Adeyemi is set to launch his debut publication, a book on music PR titled Music Promotion: A Guide To Hacking The Damn Thing.

The launch is set to take place at the BWC Hotel, Victoria Island on the 7th of May 2022. The book gives a fresh perspective on breaking through in the Nigerian music industry, one of the most competitive music industries worldwide. Mr. Adeyemi explores the arduous journey of breaking into the scene in his first major publication. The publication also features inputs from seasoned professionals in the industry with the likes of Dipo Smart, Tosin Adekeye, Dusten Truce, Jide Taiwo and entertainment mogul Edi Lawani who wrote an introduction to the book where he stated the importance of artistes to embrace professional services in public relations.

David Adeyemi started his career as an entertainment reporter and editor, covering events and publicizing them across social media platforms. He later nestled in the entertainment PR. He was a social media consultant and strategist with a series of campaign successes to his name. During the lockdown in early 2020, David launched his Music PR agency, Pizzazz Media, where he and his friends consulted for emerging artists to plan their pre and post-release campaigns. Leading the team at Pizzazz Media, he has worked with Mani Lapussh, PhanxxSungChild, ADEOLUWA, AFRIMA, DJ Yin, Globe Arctic, Johni, and Damilola Odedina, among others.

Starnlee Boomba Cruise Video Out Now

 The video was done by starnlee and features comedy, energy, vibe,cruise and rap. Video was shot in Lagos by 7th wonder.

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Cruise Video

DJ JISM TEAMS UP WITH A.BEEB & ANDI ON DUMB LOVE

  

  “Dumb Love” is a classic story given new life! Upping his game as an executive producer and creative powerhouse Toronto based-Nigerian raised DJ Jism debuts his first release of 2022, “Dumb Love”, reuniting with Atlanta lyricist A.Beeb and songstress Andi in a fusion of dazzling production and elegant melodies to guide us through the chaos of love in the modern era. 

 

“She chop me like palliative, real crazy narrative, I’m down on my knees” 

A.BEEB, “Dumb Love”, 2022

In trademark fashion DJ Jism puts realness and romance at the forefront of a melodic afrobeats groove. Available for streaming March 24th, 2022, the powerful combination of cutting lyrics and composition we have come to expect since his freshman album “Deji Vs Jism” (Winter 2021) is on full display for the single “Dumb Love” which urges his listeners to pay attention as the production pulls their mind into the beauty and confusion of love & heartbreak. 

“Expect consistency, there’s no slowing down”, DJ Jism, 2022 

Following the release of his first EP “Deji Vs Jism” (2021) where he featured creative talents Lady Donli on “Saucy” and D.O.A. to the World on “Don Julio”, DJ Jism has further cemented his production talents working with Töme (Juno Winner), and performing with likes of Tory Lanez, Murda Beatz, Major Lazer, to name a few. 

This next offering is sure to solidify his position as a musical force of nature and future household name. Be on the look out for this maestros next release that is scheduled for Winter 2022!

Available on all digital streaming platform

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Why do our eyes turn red when we smoke?

 Its been raining all day, it made me miss my wake and bake session because of the comfort from the breeze and winds. Staring at the time and waiting for my dealer's call and boom, he calls at exactly 4:20pm, i asked myself “was this a sign”? with healthy smiles on my face.

     I walked a distance before we picked up our package, we drove to our cool spot to blow our sorrows away and Mr Xyz said, “hope this one no dey make person eye red”?. I laughed, looked back and said “oya chill make i i show you something”. After smoking or consuming a cannabis based product, you might or will experience pressure in your system or increase in heart rate. The effect is due to the CANNABINOIDS in the plant.

      This chemical compound is responsible for some of the medicinal benefits of cannabinoids and their initial interaction with the body. Like exercise and sex, the rise in blood pressure and heart rate is relatable to normal physical activities. In fact, your eye turning red has nothing to do with the act of smoking at all. It takes 10 minutes for your heart rate to return to normal and for blood pressure to begin to decrease. The dilation of ocular capillaries causes increased blood flow to the eyes, which results in your eyes turning red and also reduces intraocular pressure.

     After all this lesson, Mr Xyz thanked me and had a nice joint with his mind free from the phobia of red eyes.

JHEFFO ALONE single out now.

 Erhun-Osunbor Jefferson (born 19 SEPTEMBER 2001) aka JHEFFO who was formerly known as stoneblinz, is an Afro- singer, song writer and performing artiste is set to storm the Nigerian music industry with his new 

debut single titled “ALONE”.

Erhun-Osunbor Jefferson formerly known as Stoneblinkz now known as JHEFFO was born in ketu Lagos State, and hails from Edo State Nigeria. 

He is the last born from the family of 5. Jheffo is set drop his single titled (Alone) and will be released on the 12th of March 2022. Alone is produced mixed and mastered by dawieonthis1. 

  Jheffo’s goal is to constantly do the necessary to improve his potentials so as to better his craft, this craft he believes is good enough to make him a super star.

For reach out kindly feel free to go follow him on

IG: @iamjheffo

twitter 

@iamjheffo.

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