Former Super Eagles goal tender and Atlanta Olympics Gold medallist,Emmanuel Babayaro is smarting from his recently released singles, andthe making of his first music video entitled Naija Area.
The video features Jude Orhorha, the Amata’s, Sound Sultan,1924, ToluDevine, Tope Swag, ID Cabasa but to mention a few. The footballer nowturned artiste will embark on a trip to European later in the month tosearch for another location for his next video. The video launch willhold at the end of this month and a glut of ex-footballers, fans andfamily members are expected to grace the occasion.
Meanwhile, hot in demand producer ID Cabasa is headlined to produceEmmanuel Babayaro’s debut album which is in its formative stages.
Emmanuel Babayaro, who is the elder brother to Celestine Babayaro,said music was his first love before he took to football. ‘’Footballis all about entertainment and so is music. Anybody that lovesfootball automatically loves music and movies. Music has always beenin me even before football; my parents expected me to become amusician and not a footballer. My parents will tell you that even whenI was given birth to, I had the tendencies to entertain. But as far asI can remember in my senses, me and my brother Celestine would danceand perform in parties and weddings while we were still young. I thinkI was about 10 or 12 then and I was a street dancer.’’
‘’It is not a surprise; even my old school mates would tell you thesame thing. Right from the U17, U20, U23 and the Super Eagles, myselfand Celestine were the main entertainers while we were in camp. Wealways sing, dance and do a lot of other funny things when we were nottraining.’’
Emmanuel has always been a fanatic of rap and hip hop and his kind ofmusic fall into that category. ‘’I have always been a fan of rap andhip hop music. That is what I do principally rap. But my album may bea fusion of Naija Pop, Jazz and hip hop.’’
The ex-footballer has waxed five songs and he has three more in themaking, he is also into acting and movie productions. Emmanuelbelieves that the music industry is the most improved in recent timesand he hopes to make his mark by leaving a lasting impression in theminds of music lovers.
Emmanuel is a fan of Nigerian music and artistes such as: Asa, Sasha,Banky W, Wande Coal and D’banj. ‘’Coming into the music industry is adifferent ball game entirely. I only have the talent and I know that Ican sing and I know I can do great songs. I did some joints recentlywith ID Cabasa and he couldn’t believe I could measure up that well. Ithink my album should be ready in two or three month’s time and itwill be released on the stable of Rectitude records.’’ He said.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
'Nigeria is talented' begins soon
Reality TV viewing is about to experience more verve as SoulBase Network is about to launch a multi talent reality TV series which will showcase talents from different spheres. The show debuts in December and it is tagged ‘Nigeria is talented.’
The reality series, which is tailored to be “a break away from the norm”, will gather talents that will display their dexterity in areas such as singing, dancing, acting, comedy, novelty act and handling of musical instruments.
Mrs. Chika Adetomi, Project Coordinator, “Nigeria is Talented” while shedding more light on the objective of the programme said, “the show will provide a platform for singers, choreograph dancers , novelty acts, acting, comedy and other talents (performances). They will compete under one roof, and that will provide excitement and aura that are never experienced in reality television shows.”
Mrs. Adetomi noted that Nigeria is enriched with talents in various fields, but the scope of talent hunt have been largely limited only in the areas of singing, dancing, acting and seldomly comedy. The unique quality of this show is the opportunity the show is offered to other unpopular talents to show their skill alongside familiar talents to one audience.
“This is a country with diverse and fascinating culture, artistry and providence, yet most of her individuals cannot tell how talented they are or if at all they are talented, because of limited exposure. “Nigeria is Talented” will provide a platform for talents,” she added.
Hinting about the selection process, the project coordinator noted that selection of talents would be based on criteria such as display of rare creative qualities that would be assessed by judges, audiences and viewers. She pointed out: “The winner must possess charisma, must be able to connect with the audience/viewer, should blow us away with his/her performance and attract total attention of the viewers while on set. The act alone is not enough but the delivery, style, and the general acceptability from the audience or viewers.’’
According to the organizers, the first multi-talent realty TV series is to be aired by a major television station with network across Nigeria and in partnership with other state-owned television stations across the country.
The reality series, which is tailored to be “a break away from the norm”, will gather talents that will display their dexterity in areas such as singing, dancing, acting, comedy, novelty act and handling of musical instruments.
Mrs. Chika Adetomi, Project Coordinator, “Nigeria is Talented” while shedding more light on the objective of the programme said, “the show will provide a platform for singers, choreograph dancers , novelty acts, acting, comedy and other talents (performances). They will compete under one roof, and that will provide excitement and aura that are never experienced in reality television shows.”
Mrs. Adetomi noted that Nigeria is enriched with talents in various fields, but the scope of talent hunt have been largely limited only in the areas of singing, dancing, acting and seldomly comedy. The unique quality of this show is the opportunity the show is offered to other unpopular talents to show their skill alongside familiar talents to one audience.
“This is a country with diverse and fascinating culture, artistry and providence, yet most of her individuals cannot tell how talented they are or if at all they are talented, because of limited exposure. “Nigeria is Talented” will provide a platform for talents,” she added.
Hinting about the selection process, the project coordinator noted that selection of talents would be based on criteria such as display of rare creative qualities that would be assessed by judges, audiences and viewers. She pointed out: “The winner must possess charisma, must be able to connect with the audience/viewer, should blow us away with his/her performance and attract total attention of the viewers while on set. The act alone is not enough but the delivery, style, and the general acceptability from the audience or viewers.’’
According to the organizers, the first multi-talent realty TV series is to be aired by a major television station with network across Nigeria and in partnership with other state-owned television stations across the country.
Tunde and Wunmi Obe out with new single
One of Nigeria’s foremost showbiz couples, Tunde and Wunmi Obe are currently in the studios working on a new album which will be released before the year runs out. The couple also went on to dispelled rumors making the rounds that they have quit the music scene.
“We have not left music, Music is our first love, we have been recording new songs, and in fact we are ready to roll” Wunmi Obe who clocked 40 last week told Journalists in Lagos this week. Her partner Tunde Obe continues “We are too legit to quit, we won’t do that to our fans, we owe it to them, and we can’t leave them hanging”.
And to truly affirm the fact that they are still very much in the scheme of things, the couple whose singles Adupe and Mogbomaya remain regulars on air released a new single entitled Zombie recently.
Coined from Bantu language (a family of Niger- Congo languages predominantly spoken in Central and Southern Africa), the word Zombie has over the years come to mean a walking dead, But not to worry, T.W.O is not sliding in that direction. Instead Tunde Obe explains “Zombie in our own context does not have anything to do with military men or a dead man walking, our song tells a story of two love birds, who are stuck on one other, and cannot do without each other” Tunde Obe explains.
The single which was produced by Sean Keyz is the first from the duo after their hit song entitled Mogbomaya.
“We have not left music, Music is our first love, we have been recording new songs, and in fact we are ready to roll” Wunmi Obe who clocked 40 last week told Journalists in Lagos this week. Her partner Tunde Obe continues “We are too legit to quit, we won’t do that to our fans, we owe it to them, and we can’t leave them hanging”.
And to truly affirm the fact that they are still very much in the scheme of things, the couple whose singles Adupe and Mogbomaya remain regulars on air released a new single entitled Zombie recently.
Coined from Bantu language (a family of Niger- Congo languages predominantly spoken in Central and Southern Africa), the word Zombie has over the years come to mean a walking dead, But not to worry, T.W.O is not sliding in that direction. Instead Tunde Obe explains “Zombie in our own context does not have anything to do with military men or a dead man walking, our song tells a story of two love birds, who are stuck on one other, and cannot do without each other” Tunde Obe explains.
The single which was produced by Sean Keyz is the first from the duo after their hit song entitled Mogbomaya.
Dare's 'blues' soon to echoe in America
Two years after leaving Storm records, things seem to be on the upward rise for Not the girl crooner, Dare Art-Alade. And coming barely six months after the release of his second album entitled Un.DAREY.ted; Soul Muzik has announced plans to release the artiste’s album in the United States of America.
The announcement came as a surprise to Dare and many who have followed the singer’s remarkable career. ‘This is all I’ve worked on since March. Apart from promoting my album and playing gigs, all I’ve done is work, work and work. And I’m excited, not just because of the prospects I see for me and my label, but for the entire industry. They’ve got to stop underrating us in Africa. We’ve got loads and loads of talent over here’’, Dare said recently.
Well versed and blessed with the gift of concocting engaging R&B songs, Dare caught the attention of founder of the 1975 established SOLAR records (Sound of Los Angeles records) Dick Griffey, who is also the chairman of Soul Muzik.
‘Dare is a talented artiste, when I first saw him on TV, I was impressed, what we are doing with Dare is to play a kind of music that is international, and there is no doubt that he can appeal to the international market. Most importantly, I have heard Dare’s music, I like it, and we are working with first class writers and producers’ Dick Griffey says.
The announcement came as a surprise to Dare and many who have followed the singer’s remarkable career. ‘This is all I’ve worked on since March. Apart from promoting my album and playing gigs, all I’ve done is work, work and work. And I’m excited, not just because of the prospects I see for me and my label, but for the entire industry. They’ve got to stop underrating us in Africa. We’ve got loads and loads of talent over here’’, Dare said recently.
Well versed and blessed with the gift of concocting engaging R&B songs, Dare caught the attention of founder of the 1975 established SOLAR records (Sound of Los Angeles records) Dick Griffey, who is also the chairman of Soul Muzik.
‘Dare is a talented artiste, when I first saw him on TV, I was impressed, what we are doing with Dare is to play a kind of music that is international, and there is no doubt that he can appeal to the international market. Most importantly, I have heard Dare’s music, I like it, and we are working with first class writers and producers’ Dick Griffey says.
Lagos agog for Micaheal Jackson concert
On the 29th of this month, a charity concert will be held for the Late King of pop, Micheal Jackson at Tafawa Balewa Square, Race course, Lagos to pay tribute for the late music legends commitment to charity, his love for the less privilege and to celebrate his 51st birthday which incidentally falls on the day of the concert.
The concert will feature a state of the art stage modeled after Michael Jackson’s standards with special sound and light effects. Other special highlights include: Performances of Michael Jackson’s songs by a live band, performances by prominent main stream Nigerian artistes who will recreate Michael Jackson’s songs, stage appearance and performances by a retinue of invited foreign artistes, a cast of the best contemporary Nigerian music acts shall display Jackson like choreography, presentation to children charity homes, stand up comedy and a release of balloons to mark Michael’s birthday.
Already, music producer, Cobhams Asuquo is being headlined to produce the stage performance of Michael’s song which will be rendered by a carefully selected number of indigenous artistes. In his word, Bolaji Rosiji of the Gauranga Foundation, the sponsors of the event said: ‘’the shocking transition of the world acclaimed ‘King of Pop’, Michael Joseph Jackson, has indeed created a void, not only in global music, but also in the area of genuine philanthropy the world over. He could have celebrated his 51st birthday on August 2009. All around the world, his teeming fans are gearing up for a global celebration of his genius and creativity. The Remembering Michael Jackson Charity Concert (RMJ) at the Tafawa Balewa Square is one of such events in honour of the late music icon and his birthday.’’ He said.
The concert will feature a state of the art stage modeled after Michael Jackson’s standards with special sound and light effects. Other special highlights include: Performances of Michael Jackson’s songs by a live band, performances by prominent main stream Nigerian artistes who will recreate Michael Jackson’s songs, stage appearance and performances by a retinue of invited foreign artistes, a cast of the best contemporary Nigerian music acts shall display Jackson like choreography, presentation to children charity homes, stand up comedy and a release of balloons to mark Michael’s birthday.
Already, music producer, Cobhams Asuquo is being headlined to produce the stage performance of Michael’s song which will be rendered by a carefully selected number of indigenous artistes. In his word, Bolaji Rosiji of the Gauranga Foundation, the sponsors of the event said: ‘’the shocking transition of the world acclaimed ‘King of Pop’, Michael Joseph Jackson, has indeed created a void, not only in global music, but also in the area of genuine philanthropy the world over. He could have celebrated his 51st birthday on August 2009. All around the world, his teeming fans are gearing up for a global celebration of his genius and creativity. The Remembering Michael Jackson Charity Concert (RMJ) at the Tafawa Balewa Square is one of such events in honour of the late music icon and his birthday.’’ He said.
Lancelot Imasuen's latest fervor
The top movie director who jetted out of the country to the US mid last week has begun work on his next project which he says would be a platform for discovering fresh talent.
Entitled Firedefia (Philedelphia), the movie will unveil two new faces, Amanda Amaeze Olutu, an undergraduate from Ambrose Alli University and Davies Dawson osagie.
I’m excited about this project. I’ve always dreamed of acting and I know I have what it takes. It’s what I’ve always wanted to do,” said Amanda.
“It’s a great opportunity for me to showcase my skills. Firedefia is the platform that I’ve been looking for,” added Osagie.
According to Imasuen, who has been instrumental in the making of a dozen Nollywood stars: “It is in line with my mission of discovering new faces in the industry. Now is the time to go back to the basics and give Nigerians new stars.”
Entitled Firedefia (Philedelphia), the movie will unveil two new faces, Amanda Amaeze Olutu, an undergraduate from Ambrose Alli University and Davies Dawson osagie.
I’m excited about this project. I’ve always dreamed of acting and I know I have what it takes. It’s what I’ve always wanted to do,” said Amanda.
“It’s a great opportunity for me to showcase my skills. Firedefia is the platform that I’ve been looking for,” added Osagie.
According to Imasuen, who has been instrumental in the making of a dozen Nollywood stars: “It is in line with my mission of discovering new faces in the industry. Now is the time to go back to the basics and give Nigerians new stars.”
A thespians clarion call for the less privileged
Actress Clarion Chukwurah is set to stage an international training program for volunteer caregivers for less privileged children and care-homes which will be holding from August 17t -28th and it is in collaboration with Fast Training Services in London.
The initiative will see the actress visit the Modupe Cole Treatment Home for the Physically and Mentally Challenged, in Akoka, Lagos, Heritage Home, Anthony Village and the Olusoye Compensatory Center for the Altruistic in Ilupeju.
The program will be declared open by her Excellency, Chief Mrs. Sosan, Lagos State Deputy Governor and the Commissioner for Education. The benefits of this training are effective healthcare handling, psychological understanding and improved hygiene for less privileged children. In the end, an international certification will be awarded to 60 (sixty) volunteers after completion of the program online, which will make them employable for the benefit of humanity in Nigeria, UK and Ireland.
The initiative will see the actress visit the Modupe Cole Treatment Home for the Physically and Mentally Challenged, in Akoka, Lagos, Heritage Home, Anthony Village and the Olusoye Compensatory Center for the Altruistic in Ilupeju.
The program will be declared open by her Excellency, Chief Mrs. Sosan, Lagos State Deputy Governor and the Commissioner for Education. The benefits of this training are effective healthcare handling, psychological understanding and improved hygiene for less privileged children. In the end, an international certification will be awarded to 60 (sixty) volunteers after completion of the program online, which will make them employable for the benefit of humanity in Nigeria, UK and Ireland.
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