Bez - More You | Official Video |

Its finally out- Bez's debut video!

I'm sorry about the belated post (released on 12th of Aug, 2010 teehee) but I've JUST finished my exams today and I couldn't dare be on here in the midst of that NLS madness.

Some of you may know him as Emmanuel, some as "Bez from Hennessy Artistry", some as "Bez from Maga no need pay" and some... may never even have heard of him.

But I bring good news- His name is BEZ (Bezhiwa Emmanuel Idakula) and he is Nigeria's freshest sound at the moment (he has been for the last 9 months really but no one knows...).

Check out his debut video for his single, 'More You' by Kemi Adetiba who offers a twist to the meaning of the song with her creativity and talent. Oh and notice the part of the video where the stunning dulled up belle in the bathtub gives the lipstick a violent brush off; as if to say "actually eff off! I don't need you. My Bez is gone" *J'adore*

As for the song itself, its one of those songs that take u deep into the realm of the artists imagination. The intensity is beyond me- the first time I heard the song, the hair on the back of my neck wouldn't go down for the rest of the day. I've been begging since then for a copy of the song (so I could share with you) but Bez has rightly refused to leak. I dare you not to love it people... but then again, each to their own.

For me, it has been a long wait but it was definitely worth every second of it. I honestly hope this song/video gets interntional repute. Well done Bezzers!

What do honestly think of the video. Let us know.

P.S: The entire video was shot in LAGOS, just saying...

Nneka's wold cup song- Viva Africa

Ok I've been waiting for a Nigerian Artist to come up with a world cup song. Very unlike Nigerians to take this long. Or maybe I just haven't heard it if there is one.

Anyways this is Nneka's world cup song, Viva Africa. I think its in the same league as Oh Africa by Akon ft Keri Hilson and Waka Waka by Shakira but nothing beats or can even compare to Waving flag obviously. Its a good attempt by Nneka. Give it a listen. What do you think. Competitive or not?

Keziah Jones @ Terra Kulture

Hello all,

Sorry for the long absence but unfortuntely we'll have to get used to it because due to exams I've had to cut down on my internet hours. Thats by the way anyway...

Keziah's in town again so this is an opportunity for everyone who missed out last time at Jazzhole to catch him. I assure it will be well worth your money and you will leave feeling inspired and hopeful.

The doors open at 7pm and the show kicks off at 8pm with Vincent Ezelle, a new Nigerian group delivering pure funk, soul and jazz while singing about our favourite city, Lagos in pidgin, yoruba and Ibo (check them out on www.vincentezelle.com). Seriously I reckon they are force to reckon with. The instrumentals sound so western, you can hardly believe what its covered with when you hear the vocals. And to think they are just an additional bonus to the original prize- Keziah Jones. I reckon you start putting your money together for this one. See you there

Keziah Jones
Thursday, June 10
Terra Kulture
Tiamiyu Savage
Victoria Island, Lagos
Tickets: N5,000 (buy online at www.naira.com or at The Jazzhole - 168 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi /The Life House - 33 Senari Darinjo Street, Off Younis Bashorun, VI; Chams City Ikeja - 2 Isaac John Road, Ikeja)

CHANGE UR PARADE VIDEO

I posted on "change ur parade" about a month ago and the video is finally out. Im soo happy its a good video because I really like the song. I held my breath throughout my first watch in hope that there would be no mediocre party scene and I have just acquired new found respect for Lynxx for not torturing us.

It is a well produced video, the storyline is a bit of an obvious choice but anything is better than a cheap, tacky, greasy party scene in my opinion. I personally think his cretive director may have got some tips from Kanye West. What are your opinions on this video??

MUSIC TO LOOK OUT FOR- MR ENDOWED BY D'BANJ

D'banj has just released his first track, Mr Endowed from his new album which is supposedly also called 'Mr Endowed'. I particularly love his pun on the word "Endowed" and the beat, which is very bubbly and buoyant in Don Jazzy's usual style. I've come to the conclusion that it is impossible for mo' hits to disappoint. What do you think. Summer Hit or Not??

MUSIC TO LOOK OUT FOR- GOLDIE FT ELDEE (YOU KNOW IT)

This is a jam to watch out for. The first time i heard it, it didnt actually jump at me. I thought it was too autotuned and timbaland-ish but its relly grown on me. Cant wait for it to be released as a single. Nice one Eldee. By the way I am not too sure about Goldie's looks but we can easily block that out for now.

Goldie ft Eldee- You Know It

Enjoy...

Keziah Jones @ Jazzhole

I have just really discovered Keziah Jones A.K.A. Olufemi Sanyaolu. I had previously heard "Rhythm of Love" by him but didnt realise firstly, that he's Nigerian and infact a LAGOSIAN by birth and secondly, that he is as consistent as it appears he is. If you havent heard of Keziah Jones readers, pls youtube him or check him out on www.keziahjones.com. He's really worth a listen.

His music is a fusion of what you've never imagined. There are hints of blues, funk (which he calls blufunk), jazz, rock, soul and afrobeat all encompassed in one. Its really Epic- Think Fela Kuti meets Jimi Hendrix (and yea he's also a guitarist). In short Jazzhole is going to be the place to be on friday (I can already imagine the vibe! Ohh i loove Lagos!)

Anyhooos I particularly love the songs "KPAFUCA" from his Black Orpheus album and "My kinda girl" from his most recent album "Nigerian Wood" so I've posted them below for those of you interested in discovering joy! :-)

Deets on the show are on the image above. Tickets are on sale at jazzhole. Enjoy!

N.B: If you are reading this on your mobile, remember to log on when next you are on a computer to watch the videos. What do you think of Keziah?

R.I.P. DA GRIN

Wow this is suchh suchh sad news!! I heard about his accident on wednesday last week but I didnt put it up because FSL doesn't celebrate bad news but now THIS is a real loss.

For those who didn't know, Olayitan Olanipekun Oladapo A.K.A. Da grin of C.E.O was in a car accident early hours of Wednesday 14th April 2010. It is believed that he was intoxicated when he drove into a parked trailer. He has been in hospital since then and died at about 8pm yesterday.

This is a major loss to the Nigerian music industry and I must say we will miss him the most in Lagos. His music embodied culture and modernism and he was true to his roots in expressing himself.

We pray for close family and friends who must bear his loss at such a young age (Aged 23yrs) and may his soul rests in peace as his music remains with us.

P.S: I just listened to "kondo" again! Its sooo good! Deepest Condolences from FSL :-((

New Music- OTA by twisted minds

New music by Twisted minds- David and Ben. I must say I am very impressed with this duo. Its a fresh sound and I cant wait for it to be big. Its one of those "bob your head" hip hop songs, the type that you really like even though you have no idea what its saying. The hook is so ORIGINAL. Its in the form of a yoruba chant meaning "God made a light and anyone who says they cant see it will stumble on a stone and trip". Very random but inspired and different. I rate this song 8 out of 10.

The video is also brilliant- engaging for a change (with a storyline). I must say I was a bit disappointed when I saw the party scene towards the end but was relieved to see it was not the cliché Nigerian video party scene.

Definitely give this a watch.

Twisted minds releases their album, "unified hustle" in December 2010 so look out.

BEZ the soon to be music wonder...

Or should I say BEZ, the music wonder??

Emmanuel Bezhiwa Idakula is a soul/jazz musician- think John Legend/Jason Mraz/Asa. (Wow!! Those are actually three of my favourite musicians...). Although some say he sounds just like Asa, I say Nigeria has not had anything like him before. He is blossoming really fast and already I hear him on THE BEAT about twice a day but when he hits Lagos with his first album (which he has been working on for while *raised eyebrows*), I am sure he will be the talk of the town. But until then take your time BEZ we are waiting patiently!

I am sure a number of us have heard "Zuciya Daya" by Bez so I have posted a less popular track "Stop Pretending". Enjoy.

P.S: Yes this is the same Bez from "Maga no need pay", microsoft's song for their anti-cybercrime initiative featuring Banky W, Omawumi, Cobhams, MI, Modele, Rooftop MCs and Wordsmith.

ENOUGH BORING PARTY VIDEOS!!

Im rather disappointed with the video directors in this city at the moment. I havent seen any videos that are impressive. Its as if for whatever song they get, the first and only idea they have for the video is a stupid low budget party scene (speaking of low-budget, is that a bottle of chamdoor posing as champagne i see at 1.25secs?? Or if not what cheap bottle of champagne is it?).

The video for "I like girls" by YQ above is a perfect example of what I'm on about.

Honestly. I'm out to appreciate creativity but I'm just not getting it from the film (lets not go there) and video production industries. Whats happening??? COME.ON.

Do u think I'm being too harsh? What are your views on this??

CHANGE UR PARADE

Ok I really loooove this song and cant seem to find/hear it anywhere but in rehab and on youtube. Its one of those ones that stick in your head the first time you hear it and then you find yourself singing it for the rest of the day.

If you havent heard it before listen to it till the end. It gets HEAVY towards the end when it goes up an octave. Also listen up for what sounds like traditional chinese music in the background. Hope to hear more from Lynxxx soon...

Hip Hop World Awards 2010 Nomination

And the nominees for the Hip Hop World Awards 2010 are...

ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Best album (solo or group) in year under review, that meets judges’ requirements of excellence (in every realms: songwriting, production, rendition and promotion) and acceptability (sales, popularity)

C.E.O
Artiste: DAGRIN
Producer(s): Sossick, Sars, T-Frizzle and Dokta Frabz
Record Label: Missofunyin Entertainment

MUSHIN 2 MO’HITS
Artiste: WANDE COAL
Producer(s): Don Jazzy
Record Label: Mo’Hits Records

UN-DAREY-TED
Artiste: DAREY
Producer(s): Tee-Y Mix and Cobhams
Record Label: Soul Muzik

DANGER
Artiste: PSQUARE
Producer(s): Paul Okoye, Peter Okoye, J Martins, Effrenzy
Record Label: Square Records

LEAST EXPECTED
Artiste: BRACKET
Producer(s): Dekumzy, J Martins, Phino
Record Label: Ape Planet

ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Most critically and commercially adjudged artiste in the year under review Overall most successful artiste for the year under review.

WANDE COAL
Real Name(s): OJOSHIPE WANDE JNR.
Album Title: Mushin 2 Mo’Hits
Record Label: Mo’Hits Records

TERRY G
Real Name(s): GABRIEL AMANYI
Album Title: Ginjah Ur Swaggah - Season 1
Record Label: Bluemoon Entertainment, TGP Recordz

DAREY
Real Name(s): DARE ART ALADE
Album Title: Un.Darey.Ted
Record Label: Soul Muzik

BRACKET
Real Name(s): NWACHUKWU OZIOKO and ALI OBUMNEME
Album Title: Least Expected
Record Label: Ape Planet

DAGRIN
Real Name(s): OLAITAN OLAONIPEKUN
Album Title: C.E.O
Record Label: Missofunyin Entertainment

SONG OF THE YEAR
Most popular song from an album in year under review. Decided by voting

“YORI YORI”
Artiste: BRACKET
Album: Least Expected
Producer: Dekumzy
Record Label Ape Planet

“KOKOROKO”
Artiste: KEFEE
Album: A Piece Of Me
Producer: K Solo
Record Label Branama Afrique

“YOU BAD”
Artiste: Wande Coal
Album: Mushin 2 Mo’Hits
Producer: Don Jazzy
Record Label: Mo’Hits Records

“FREE MADNESS Pt. 2”
Artiste: Terry G
Album: Ginjah Ur Swaggah - Season 1
Producer: Terry G
Record Label: Bluemoon Entertainment, TGP Recordz

“ALANTA”
Artiste: Art Quake
Album: Art Work
Producer(s): Puffy T, Del B, Austin Beat, Cheefo & Soso Beats
Record Label: K.I.P Entertainment

RECORDING OF THE YEAR
Best single recording (on-air only or released) by artiste or group in year under review. Originality and production very essential

“STRONG TING”
Album: THE W EXPERIENCE
Artiste: Banky W
Producer: Cobhams Asuquo
Record Label: Empire Mates Entertainment

“I LOVE U”
Album: DANGER
Artiste: P-Square
Producer(s): Paul Okoye
Record Label: Square Records

“HEAVEN PLEASE”
Album: TIMI (Unreleased)
Artiste: Timi Dakolo
Producer: Cobhams Asuquo
Record Label: (Unreleased)

“KEEPER OF MY DREAMS”
Album: Lara George
Artiste: Lara George
Producer(s): Wole Oni
Record Label: Soforte Entertainment

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
The individual responsible for producing the most acclaimed songs/album in the year under review. His CV for the year includes top notch tracks and production credits no one can fault.

TEE-Y MIX
Album/Song Title: “More”, “Love Truly
Artiste(s): DAREY ART ALADE, IYANYA

COBHAMS
Album/Song Title: “Strong Ting”, “No Stars”
Artiste(s): Banky W, Darey Art Alade

DON JAZZY
Album/Song Title: “Banana”, “U Bad”
Artiste(s): Wande Coal

SOSSICK
Album/Song Title: “Everyday”, “Igboro”
Artiste(s: Dagrin

DOKTA FRABZ
Album/Song Title: “Thank God”, “Ako Mi Ti Poju”
Artiste(s): Dagrin, Naeto C

BEST MUSIC VIDEO (AWARD GOES TO DIRECTOR)
Best conceptualized, best edited, best picture, best directed and most exciting video in year under review as voted by fans and decided by the jury.

JUDE OKOYE
Music Video Title: “DANGER”
Artiste - P Square

WUDI AWA
Music Video Title: “Kokoroko”
Artiste: Keffe

CLARENCE PETERS
Music Video Title: “Finest”
Artiste: Knight House Ft. Sauce Kid & Teeto

BOBBY BOULDERS
Music Video Title: Ako Mi Ti Poju
Artiste: Naeto C

MEX
Music Video Title: “Safe”
Artiste: M.I

BEST R ‘N’ B SINGLE
Best R&B single in year under review (by single individual or group)

“STRONG TING”
Artiste(s): Banky W
Producer: Cobhams Asuquo

“NEVER FELT A LOVE”
Artiste(s): Femi
Producer: Sure Fire Group USA.

“I LOVE YOU”
Artiste(s): P-Square
Producer: Paul Okoye

“NO STARS”
Artiste(s): Darey Art Alade
Producer: Cobhams Asuquo

“OVERKILLIN”
Artiste(s): Djinee
Producer: Jesse Jagz

BEST POP SINGLE
Best pop single in year under review (by single individual or group)

“YORI YORI”
Artiste(s): Bracket
Producer: Dekumzy

“U BAD”
Artiste(s): Wande Coal
Producer: Don Jazzy

“KOKOROKO”
Artiste(s): Keffe
Producer: K Solo

“DANGER”
Artiste(s): P-Square
Producer: Paul Okoye

“HOTTER THAN FIRE”
Artiste(s): Dr. Pat and Sheyman
Producer: Sheyman

BEST R ‘N’ B/ POP ALBUM
Best R&B or pop album in year under review (by single individual or group)

MUSHIN 2 MO’HITS
Artiste: Wande Coal
Producer(s): Don Jazzy
Record Label: Mo Hits Records

DANGER
Artiste: P-Square
Producer(s): Paul Okoye, Peter Okoye, J Martins, Effrenzy
Record Label: Square Records

LEAST EXPECTED
Artiste: Bracket
Producer(s): Dekumzy, J Martins, Phino
Record Label: Ape Planet

UN.DAREY.TED
Artiste: Darey Art Alade
Producer(s): Tee Y-Mix, Cobhams
Record Label: Soul Muzik

BEST RAP SINGLE
Best single released on-air recording of a rap song

“AKO MI TI POJU”
Artiste(s): Naeto C
Producer: Dokta Frabz

“OWO ATI SWAGGER”
Artiste(s): Catiair
Producer: J Sleek

“FINEST”
Artiste(s): Knight House ft. Sauce Kid & Teeto
Producer: Knight House

“SAMPLE Remix”
Artiste(s): Terry Tha Rapman Ft. Stereo Man & Pherowshuz
Producer: Pherowshuz

“SOMEBODY WANTS TO DIE”
Artiste(s): M.I
Producer: M.I

BEST RAP ALBUM
Best album by a rap artiste or group in year under review

CEO
Artiste: Dagrin
Producer(s): Sossick, T-Frizzle, Dokta Frabz, Sarz
Record Label: Missofunyin Entertainment

DAT IBO BOY
Artiste: Ill Bliss
Producer(s): Micworx, Osh, Suspect, Terry G, Frenzy, Tee Y-Mix, Elajoe, Paul Play, XYZ
Wazbeat, M.I, Jonah the Monarch
Record Label: Gorretti Records

MORE THAN RAP MUSIC
Artiste: Cartiair
Producer(s): J Sleek, Spanky, Sossick, WC, Mic-On, Kid Connect
Record Label: Magic Records

THE INVESTMENT
Artiste: Kel
Producer(s): Suspect, Jesse Jags, Tee Y-Mix
Record Label: Capital Hills

LYRICIST ON THE ROLL
Rap Artiste with best lyrical depth and performance on a single song or album

M.I
Song Title: Somebody’s Wants To Die
Album Title: (Unreleased)
Record Label: Chocolate City

MODENINE
Song Title: Bad Man
Album Title: Da Vinci Mode (Not released in year under review)
Record Label: Red Eye Music

OD
Song Title: Got To Love Me
Album Title: (Unreleased)
Record Label: X3M Music

PHEROWSHUZ
Song Title: Sample Remix (Featured by Terry Tha Rapman)
Album Title: Boys Are Not Smiling (Unreleased)
Record Label: Megaphunk

BEST COLLABO
Best R&B, Pop or hip hop collaborative track (including cameos) in year under review

“KOKOROKO”
Artistes: Kefee Ft. Timaya
Producer: K Solo

“FINEST”
Artistes: Knight House Ft. Sauce Kid & Teeto
Producer: Knight House

“AYE PO GAN”
Artistes: Ill Bliss Ft. Terry G
Producer: Terry G

“SAMPLE Remix”
Artistes: Terry Tha Rapman Ft. Stereo Man & Pherowshuz
Producer: Pherowshuz

BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE)
Single male artiste with most outstanding vocal performance on a single song or album

DARE ART ALADE
Song Title: “NO STARS”
Producer: Cobhams

BANKY W
Song Title: “STRONG TING”
Producer: Cobhams

WANDE COAL
Song Title: “BANANA”
Producer: Don Jazzy

GT THE GUITARMAN
Song Title: “KINIMATISE”
Producer(s): Gospelondebeat

TIMI DAKOLO
Song Title: “HEAVEN PLEASE”
Producer: Cobhams

BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)
Single female act with most outstanding vocal performance on a single song or album

IBIYEMI
Song Title: “DON’T LEAVE ME”
Producer: Ross Oscar

KEFEE
Song Title: “KOKOROKO”
Producer: K Solo

LARA GEORGE
Song Title: “KEEPER OF MY DREAMS”
Producer: Wole Oni

WAJE
Song Title: “Kolo”
Producer: 37

EVA
Song Title: “NO CRY”
Producer: Wole Adesanya

BEST STREET HOP
The most popular street-hop single in year under review

“FREE MADNESS Pt. 2”
Artiste(s): Terry G

“IGBORO TI DARU”
Artiste(s): Klever J Ft. Eedris Abdul Kareem

“FILE BE”
Artiste(s) – Jaywon

“ALANTA”
Artiste(s): Art Quake

“ONE BY ONE”
Artiste(s): Side One

NEXT RATED
Most promising upcoming officially unreleased act in the year under review

GENERAL PYPE
Song Title: “CHAMPION”

MO CHEDDAH
Song Title: “IF YOU WANT ME”

JESSE JAGZ
Song Title: “WETIN DEY”

D’PRINCE
Song Title: “OMOBA”

SKUKI
Song Title: “BANGER”

HIPHOP WORLD REVELATION OF THE YEAR
Best New artiste in the year under review

WANDE COAL
Real Name(s): OJOSHIPE WANDE JNR.
Album Title: Mushin 2 Mo’Hits
Record Label: Mo’Hits Record

KEL
Real Name(s): KELECHI OHIA
Album Title: The Investment
Record Label: Capital Records

DJINEE
Real Name(s): NOSA OSAYAMWEN
Album Title: Djinee
Record Label: None

ILL BLISS
Real Name(s): Tobechukwu Ejiofor
Album Title: Dat Ibo Boy
Record Label: Gorretti

OMAWUMI
Real Name(s): Omawumi Megbele
Album Title: Super Woman
Record Label: OMA Records

HIP HOP WORLD HALL OF FAME
Non competitive category

To be announced.

This is based on music released between December 2008 and November 2009

Farewell to "Ekaette"

Ok so this is a very serious topic. I've been laughing about it but its no jokes!!!

On the 1st of April 2010, the NATIONAL Broadcasting Commission (NBC) ban the song and video of "Ekaette" by Maye Hunta. Honestly. Do these people have nothing better to do?! If there is no work in their office, can they not disestablish their commission and stop wasting precious labour?! There are so many serious issues that public organisations in this country need to deal with and it seems the most pressing issue in their eyes is the indecency of Maye Hunta's attempt at conscious music in "Ekaette". Whats so risque about the song anyway??

Everytime an artist tries to express himself on the problems of our great nation, the NBC hushes them (same situation with the song "Wetin Dey", Remember?). Honestly. Have they never heard of conscious music?? Yes it was funny and all but it was also a serious topic. Pls if anyne knows anyone who knows anyone who works in NBC, can u let them know that FSL and the rest of Nigeria thinks they should "get busy and quit beating around the bush".

Anyhooooos! Just to take the piss. I've uploaded the video to frustrate their efforts and for the benefit of those who havent seen it. :-))