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2010-12-12T10:21:00.001-08:00

2Face, P-Square, Mo’Cheddah, Sasha, Liquideep, Fally Ipupa & Eminem win big at the 2010 MTV Africa Music Awards

By Ammeson.blogspot.com
*More photos and BN’s account of events at the 2010 MTV Africa Music Awards 2010 will be updated soon.

Congolese artist Fally Ipupa, and Nigeria’s 2Face led the winners at the third edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel (MAMA), each taking home two trophies at the music awards ceremony at the Eko Expo Hall, Lagos on 11 December 2010.

Nominated in four separate categories, Fally Ipupa scored wins for Best Video (“Sexy Dance”) and Best Francophone act while 2Face, a former MAMA winner from 2009, picked up trophies for Artist of the Year and Best Male.

Cabo Snoop notched up a music first for Angola by becoming the first ever Angolan winner at MAMA 2010, taking home the prize for Best Lusophone act. The inaugural Best Anglophone award went to Kenyan Gospel breakthrough artist Daddy Owen – the first time a gospel artist has won a MAMA.

Song of the Year was won by South African pop/R&B outfit Liquideep for their hauntingly lovely ‘Fairytale’. New MAMA award category Best Performance was won by Big Nuz, the South African house trio making waves all over the continent.

Nigerian vocalist Sasha scored Nigeria’s first ever win in the Best Female category after Kenyan dominance over the last two years. Nigerian R&B duo P-Square (Nigeria) added yet another MAMA trophy to their awards cabinet – taking home Best Group for the third year running! Rising Nigerian star Mo Cheddah notched up her first win in the hotly contested Brand:New category which recognises rising stars tipped by MTV for success.

The prestigious Best International act was received by Eminem who accepted the award via satellite from the USA. The MAMA Legend award, won by the late, great Miriam Makeba, was presented by Public Enemy founder and hip hop pioneer Chuck D.

The 2010 MAMA awards opened with an explosive performance by Hip Hop heavyweight, Rick Ross, and closed with an unforgettable rendition of “Win” featuring T-Pain, Rick Ross, Da LES and 2Face – a world first. In keeping with the tradition of the awards, the show featured an array of electrifying collaborations between artists from different parts of the continent, mixing up music genres, language and cultures in a unprecedented extravaganza of African talent. Among the collaborations were Nigeria’s 2Face who hooked up with South African rock outfit The Parlotones. The performance of Banky W’s “Lagos Party” saw South Africa’s Big Nuz, Angola’s Cabo Snoop and Paul G and DRC’s Barbara Kanam rocking the house with the first ever truly pan-African version of the hit track.

Commented Alex Okosi, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, MTV Networks Africa, “Tonight’s MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel was a joyful and uplifting celebration of African youth culture and music. It brought together the best talent from across Africa to showcase the incredible music that Africa has to offer to the world. It is amazing to see the collaborations between the artists as it fosters a spirit of camaraderie and creative exchange that takes their music to a new level.”

Commented Andre Beyers, Chief Marketing Officer, Airtel Africa, “The diversity and talent of the performances this evening was a reflection of the vast and rich talent pool that Africa has to offer. We at Airtel are proud to partner with the MTV Africa Music Awards as it is a platform for the youth and young at heart in Africa, enabling them to showcase their talent to a global audience. Music is an important way to connect with Africa as we relaunch the Airtel brand on the continent. It will support Airtel’s mission of giving the youth a means to express themselves and the freedom to do more.”

Among the performers at the 2010 MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel were: 2Face (Nigeria), Banky W (Nigeria), Barbara Kanam (DRC), Big Nuz (South Africa), Cabo Snoop (Angola), Daddy Owen (Kenya), Diamond (Tanzania), Eve (USA), Fally Ipupa (DRC), J. Martins (Nigeria), Jozi (South Africa), Liquideep (South Africa), Lizha James (Mozambique), Mo Cheddah (Nigeria), Paul G (Angola), P-Unit (Kenya), Public Enemy (USA), Radio & Weasel (Uganda), Rick Ross (USA), Sarkodie (Ghana), Sasha (Nigeria), T-Pain (USA), Teargas (South Africa), The Parlotones (South Africa), Wande Coal (Nigeria).

Guest presenters and celebrity guests included Ba Ponga, Dama do Bling, Lizha James, Daniel Amokachi, Oluchi, Julius Agwu, Genevieve Nnaji, Muthoni, Nneka, MTV VJs Vanessa Mdee & Sizwe Dhlomo, Tatiana, JoJo and fashion designer Lisa Folawiyo.

MAMA 2010 WINNERS IN FULL
Best Anglophone – Daddy Owen (Kenya)
Best Francophone – Fally Ipupa (DRC)
Best Lusophone – Cabo Snoop (Angola)
Artist of the Year – 2Face (Nigeria)
Best Female – Sasha (Nigeria)
Best Male – 2Face (Nigeria)
Best Video – Fally Ipupa (DRC): “Sexy Dance”
Best Group – P-Square (Nigeria)
Brand New Act - Mo’Cheddah (Nigeria)
Best Performance – Big Nuz (South Africa)
Song of the Year – Liquideep (South Africa): “Fairytale”
MAMA Legend – Miriam Makeba (South Africa)
Best International – Eminem (USA)

The MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel premieres on MTV base (DStv Channel 322) on Saturday 18 December at 19:00 CAT, with repeats on Sunday 19 December at 08:00 CAT and 14:00 CAT.

2010-12-09T07:07:00.000-08:00

Christmas Tune: Yemi Alade – Xmas In The Air

ByAmmeson.blogspot.com

After dropping her first single Fimisile a few months ago, Peak Talent Show Season I winner Yemi Alade is back on the scene with a Christmas single – “Xmas In The Air“.

Listen to Yemi alade – Xmas In The Air

Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (ver

2010-12-07T01:14:00.000-08:00

‘Brotherhood’ of Stars – Julius Agwu, Chris Aire, R Kelly & Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje on Moments With Mo this week

By Ammeson.blogspot.com

Prepare to be entertained, dazzled, and laugh your heart out as Mo gets up close and personal with the brotherhood – four extremely talented and successful ‘brothers’ who have distinguished themselves from the rest of the pack.

From R Kelly, international singing sensation and grammy award winning king of R & B, to Chris Aire, the Emperor of Ice himself and every girl’s best friend, to Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, international star actor, and our very own hilarious and simply amazing Julius Agwu, the Brotherhood promises to be worth your while.

For fun, excitement and high quality entertainment make it a date with the Brotherhood on Moments with Mo.

This episode will air on Tuesday 7th of December 2010 on MNet West Africa by 9.30pm with repeat broadcasts on the same channel on Wednesdays by 2pm and Saturdays by 2.30pm.

New Video: Banky W feat. M.I – Feeling It

2010-12-06T10:29:00.000-08:00

New Video: Banky W feat. M.I – Feeling It

ByAmmeson.blogspot.com

A few weeks ago, Banky W and M.I were in South Africa for the Channel O Music Video Awards. While in Johannesburg, the two music stars not only enjoyed the sights and sounds of the city but also filmed a video for Banky W’s track – “Feeling It“.
We got a sneak peek of the video via photos on twitter but now we have the video.

The video was directed by Jonathan “Josh” Clarke and based on what we see in the video, Banky and M.I play the role of 2 gangsters on the run. As usual, Banky beats the odds and gets the girl in the end…

2010-12-06T10:26:00.000-08:00

Luxury Fashion With Love from the North – House of Farrah Debuts in Lagos

By Ammeson.blogspot.com

House of Farrah Creative Director - Fatima Aliyu Garba

On Sunday, November 14 2010, fashion label, House of Farrah put on a premiere showcase of their range at the exclusive Leila Fowler boutique in Victoria Island, Lagos. Farrah’s impressive product lines include dresses, kaftans, jackets, bridal wear, menswear, footwear and Swasvoski-encrusted evening bags.

They also offer personal shopping services for the discerning customer. Fatima Aliyu Garba, Creative Director of House of Farrah elaborates: “our aim is to turn out confident, elegant and superbly dressed men and women.” And clearly, she has spared no effort to achieve that aim. All House of Farrah garments are handcrafted using the finest fabrics and materials sourced from all over the world – luxury silks, linen, brocade and Swarovski crystals are all employed liberally to create the most exquisite ready-to-wear and bespoke pieces.

It was the first time ever that the designer would show her collections in Lagos, and judging by the enthusiastic response to the debut event, we can expect to see more of her delectable creations in Nigeria’s de-facto “fashion capital.”

2010-12-06T10:05:00.001-08:00

The $100,000 cash prize, a Toyota Rav 4 and Glo Ambassadorship – 27 Year Old Casey wins the Glo Naija Sings II Grand Prize

By Ammeson.blogspot.com

It was an exciting finale of a thrilling competition. As we sat glued to our TV screens on Sunday night, 27 year old Casey from Warri in Delta State was announced as the winner of the second season of Glo Naija Sings.

The finale was definitely interesting to watch. Superstar Nigerian musicians P-Square lit up the stage with their energetic performance of their hit “I Love You”. The audience was singing and dancing along with the duo as they figuratively tore up the stage. “Ekaette” singer, Maye Hunta also performed to the delight of the Glo Naija Sings audience. Naija Sings Season I winner Jon Ogah made a “comeback” to the Naija Sings stage as he performed his new single.

The final 3 acts, Da Brodas, Rasine and Casey all performed alongside upcoming Nigerian musicians. Casey performed “Zuchiya Daya” with neo-soul singer, Bez. Rasine performed “Kele Kele Love” with Tiwa Savage and Da Brodas hit the stage with Wizkid and performed “Holla At Your Boy“.

And then the moment they had all been waiting for, the winner was announced.

…Casey

We wish Casey all the best and hope he makes the best of this opportunity. Casey’s prize includes a $100 000 cash prize, a Toyota Rav 4 and Glo Ambassadorship.
After he was declared to be the winner of the competition, Casey said “I intend to invest with the money and get back to school and take care of my family. I want to learn something in a music school. I just don’t want to win this money and disappear into thin air. I want to do something big in music.“

Are you glad Casey won? Will he make an impact on the Nigerian music scene?
Let us know your thoughts.

2010-12-02T10:47:00.000-08:00

Events This Weekend

ByAmmeson.blogspot.com

GET Arena Bar & Grill
GET Arena cordially request your presence at the opening of bar & grill.
Date: Thursday 2 December 2010
Time: 4PM to 10PM
Venue: GET ARENA, Oniru Estate, Off Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Lekki Expressway, Lagos
Contact: 0709 521 1515; 0803 305 5959; www.getng.com
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Danse Meets Dance Festival 2010
The French Cultural Centre Anuja/Alliance Francaise, Lagos, in partnership with Goethe Insitut Nigeria/Creative Arts Department, UNILAG invites you to the 10th Edition of Danse Meets Dance in Lagos, Nigeria.
Date: Thursday 2 December 2010
Time: 5PM
Venue: French School, 16 Younis Bashorun Street, Victoria Island
Date: Friday 3 December 2010 & Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 5PM Daily
Venue: UNILAG Arts Theatre, Akoka Lagos
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Corporate Executives Event
You are invited to a Corporate Executives Event on AIDS, TB and Malaria, organised by Friends Africa, National Agency for Control of AIDS, the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB and Malaria, the Federal Ministry of Health of the Global Fund Africa and CCM Nigeria. Live performances by singers Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Onyeka Owenu and Bez. CNN’s Femi Oke is the moderator.
Date: Thursday 2 December 2010
Time: 5:30PM
Venue: Lantana Hall, Eko Hotel Lagos, Nigeria
Please RSVP to the following email addresses: bbissalla@friends-africa.org, eoranuba@friends-africa.org
visit our website: http://www.friends-africa.org
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Fabulousity Fashion Fair
There will be lots to shop for at the Fabulousity Fashion Fair this weekend!
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 10AM to 5PM
Venue: Cactus, 21/25 Ozumba Mbadiwe (Opposite 1004) Road, Victoria Island, Lagos
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HERITAGE with Leila Fowler
You are cordially invited to an afternoon of champagne and canapes to celebrate the opening of Heritage!
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 12PM to 6PM
Venue: Store B37, Adeniran Ogunsanya Shopping Mall, 84 Adeniran Ogunsanya Street, Surulere, Lagos
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Cheeky Champs Massive Yard Sale
Massive Discounts on all Kiddies (0-10yrs) Clothes, Shoes, Underwears, Sch Bags, Toys etc. Come along with someone who makes a purchase & receive a 10% discount. Make purchases up to N40k and get any item of any brand for free.
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010 & Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 12PM to 6:30PM
Venue: L1 Abdullahi Adamu Estate- Ikoyi (Behind Dolphin Estate)
RSVP: 08022228722, info@cheekychampsng.com
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Soul Storm’s Soires
The Pen Society presents Soul Storm’s Soiree, a moment of Poetry, Drama, Dance and Arts with Myne Whitman and Hon. Wale Oshun.
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 2PM prompt
Venue: Rotuna Hall, National Library, Casino, Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos
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Tabazile Holiday Sale
It’s that time of the year again! You are invited to Tebazile’s Annual Jewelery Sale.
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 2PM to 6PM
Venue: Ember Creek, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Valerie Obaze; Publicist/PR Consultant, +234 (0) 805 590 1880 (NG), +44 (0) 7983 963 969 (UK), valerie@vsomediagroup.com
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Leather World Week-long Exhibition
The management of Leatherworld cordially request the honour of your presence.
Premium Opening Event
(A special evening of networking, music and a surprise raffle draw)
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 6PM to 8PM
Venue: Ikeja Show Room, 43 Joel Ogunaike Street, Ikeja G.R.A., Lagos
Week-long Exhibition:
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010 to Sunday 12 November 2010
Time: 11AM to 7PM daily
Venue: Ikeja Show Room, 43 Joel Ogunaike Street, Ikeja G.R.A., Lagos
www.leatherworldng.com
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FARAFINA Book Review
Hang out with other readers and writers as Victor Ehikhamenor (234Next) and Wana Udobang review ‘The Thing Around Your Neck’, Chimamanda’s collection of short stories. There would be lots of munchies and free copies of The Thing Around Your Neck. What better way to spend a Saturday?! Don’t miss out!
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 3PM to 6PM
Venue: TerraKulture, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island, Lagos
Tel: +234 1 740 6741; +234 807 736 4217; www.kachifo.com; www.farafinamagazine.com; http://farafinabooks.wordpress.com; http://www.twitter.com/farafinabooks
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Rapper A-Q Launches Debut Album
You are invited to the debut launch for rap artist Gilbert A-Q Ubani. The album is titled: The Past, Present and
Future.
Date: Saturday 4 December 2010
Time: 8PM (Red Carpet), 9PM (Event begins)
Venue: Club Karma, Younis Bashorun, Victoria Island, Lagos
To RSVP: Please SMS/Call 08063822578, email: dro.ameh@questionmarkmag.com
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Three C’s Collection
You are invited to the launch of our Three C’s Collection. Chocolate has produced stylish, elegant clothing that are timeless and trendy in design and yet affordable.
Date: Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 11AM
Venue: Brown’s Café, 15b, Sasegbon st, Off Oduduwa Crescent, Ikeja G.R.A.
Bolaji Ajayi; PL : 08099914114; BB PIN : 210CA355
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Pearlsbrook Exhibition and Sales
You are invited to the sales/exhibition of the year. It promises to be a funfilled revolution, featuring the likes of LaBennis Creations, Guapa, ST Colours, Glue Clothing,Uyai Clothing,TT Talk and many more. That’s not all, great sales, networking with fantastic people, good food and drinks from De Marquee.
Date: Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 12PM to 6PM
Venue: De Marquee, Mega Plaza, 14, Idowu Taylor Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
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Lost in Lagos?
Are you Lost in Lagos? The No. 1 guide to Lagos, Lostinlagos.com, presents a full day of shopping at the biggest shopping event in Lagos which will feature all the best in fashion, jewelry, gifts, home and much more, bringing Lost in Lagos LIVE to you. Visitors can win a raffle prize every hour, including a trip to Istanbul.
Date: Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 12PM to 7PM
Venue: Federal Palace Hotel
Ticket: N2,500 each (includes a raffle ticket and a free gift bag worth N15,000 for the first 100 visitors)
Contact: LostinLagos.com; tbahnam@lostinlagos.com; 0703 711 6888
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Myne Whitman Reads in Lagos
Join Author Myne Whitman as she reads from A Heart to Mend and her WIP and answer questions from the audience. Come with your raffle tickets and win: Starcomms Modem, Camera Battery, SD Cards and Flash Drives and Picture Frames. There will be signed pictures of the author, bookmarks and stickers for every guest.
Date: Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 2PM to 4PM
Venue: The Hub Media Store, Palms Shopping Mall, After 1004 Flats Victoria Island, Lagos
Admission is Free!
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“The Waiting Room”
A Stage Play written and directed by Wole Oguntokun.
“There is a place where luck and the fates cannot save you. It is a place where natural cunning and innate intelligence must be put to the ultimate test. Where even the most street-wise will come face-to-face with his or her own mortality.”
Starring Jumoke Lahdi Bello, Ijeoma Grace Agu, Gbenga Adekanmbi and Precious Anyanwu.
Date: Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 3PM & 6PM
Venue: Terra Kulture, 1376 Tiamiyu Savage Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
Tickets: N2,500 each
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James Lully Presents Charity Runway
Be our gest at the JL Woman Charity Runway Revolution.
Date: Sunday 5 December 2010
Time: 6PM to 9PM
Venue: New Chelsea Hotel, Plot 123, Cadastral Zone, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigera
Ticket: N3,000 (Gold) N5,000 (Diamond) N 15,000 (Platinum)
contact 08065666615 for further information
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2010-12-02T10:36:00.000-08:00

Eku Edewor & Chika Emmanuel dazzle in the new issue of WOW Magazine

By Ammeson.blogspot.com

WOW Magazine created a sensation with their last issue which featured Nollywood superstar, Uche Jombo on the cover. For this issue, they have moved from Nollywood to the world of fashion. Ex-model and now Studio 53 Extra reporter Eku Edewor is the latest WOW cover girl.

Eku was garbed in pieces by designer Bridget Awosika for this shoot. In the accompanying interview, Eku talks about her experience on the Britain’s Next Top Model TV Reality Show, her transition from Warwick University where she studied Literature & Theatre Studies and the New York Film Academy to her present job in Lagos.

Elite Model Look Nigeria 2010 winner, Chika Emmanuel took over the fashion pages as she posed for an exclusive fashion spread which featured pieces from Nigerian design label, Jewel by Lisa.

This edition of WOW also features beauty tips from Banke Meshida-Lawal of BMPro and lots more.

2010-12-01T11:55:00.000-08:00

THE BIGGEST PRIZE: Here are Nominees for The Future Awards 2010 – Young Person of the Year!

By Ammeson.blogspot.com

The Central Working Committee for Nigeria’s most respected youth event, The Future Awards, has decided to unveil the long list for the biggest award, Young Person of the Year, one week before schedule!

“We are very excited by what we have come up with this year – so excited that we have 10 names on the list this rather than the usual 8,” says Shade Ladipo, a member of the committee. “And we thought we should share that excitement!”

DonChiWrites Presents MI2: The Review

By Chinedu Iroche

Agent Don Chichi, your mission, should you accept it, is to critically review the most anticipated album of 2010, MI2: The Movie. Chances are you career might self-destruct if you diss Mr. Incredible. So long sucker! (insert sinister/wicked/evil laugh here)

I accept this suicidal critique of a superior wordsmith for the pen is mightier than the sword (but bros, na keyboard you dey use). Oh be quiet (yes sir).

...Read More...The ‘Naija’ rapper or ‘Afro’ hip hopper is a creation of fiction in my opinion, however, I am the minority in this Bellacracy, so I will say this now and repeat it later if it still rings through: MI is the best rapper this side of the Atlantic. He is a lyrical pimp who puts words to work for him. Whenever he raps, he might as well have his pimp hand readdy and yell over different beats, ‘B!+c#, where’s my money?’ The first time I heard “Crowd Mentality,” I knew this was one to watch for and he has not disappointed. That short black boy from the town called J spat more fire than Zebrudaya all over his debut album and to this day, we still Talk About It.

When I heard MI2 was on the streets, I went in search of traffic and every street hawker was peddling the goods. ‘Ah, an upgrade of the last cover,’ I think to myself, ‘Nice touch… hang on! What’s this? The Movie??? Is this a VCD, DVD or Audio CD? What’s going on here?’ Slot into the car deck… it’s reading… it’s playing… it’s an Audio CD. So what’s this movie business? Well, we’ll soon find out, won’t we?’

Since we’re in movie mode, this deserves the Clint Eastwood treatment; so ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the good, the bad and the ugly of MI2: The Movie.

The Good MI is a bad rapper, and that’s bad meaning good. His wit is sharp and his wordplay is needles – on point! Where most artists look to make hit records, M appears to pursue good music instead and let the work speak for itself. It’s speaking loud and clear, and bangin’ si mi leti! MI is a modern day preacher and I am a believer.

While “Number One” featuring Flavor successfully blends Hip-Hop and Highlife, “My Head My Belle” creatively chronicles the day-to-day existence of the typical Nigerian as MI croons, ‘Naija people, just surviving/okada riding, police bribing/fasting, preaching, pay your tithing/school fees paying, food providing/impure water, no electric/so much traffic, see the life is hectic…’ We know the story too well but his spin on it would make MJ proud.

The Waje duet “One Naira,” is definitely worth a billion more. The Hip-Hop love song is always a dicey prospect but this dynamic duo pulls it off, convincingly so. It is my current favorite. Whether vulnerable (“Wild Wild West”) or rebellious (“Craze”), MI plays ‘Master Illustrator’ as he paints vivid pictures of a troubled nation. While “Imperfect Me” is a clever work of introspection showing that Mr. Incredible is only human, a three headed beast is unleashed on requisite posse cut, “Represent.” Jesse Jagz is ill (‘we fly so high, we only seen by God’), Ice Prince is slick (‘me beat me chest like me ping pong/me go back and forth like me King Kong/psyche!’) and MI is sick, spitting, ‘When I met Jesse Jagz, he had just been born/I was like wa wa wa wa son/let me give ya’ll the translation/we go’n take over the whole nation.’ Wahala de. Chef MI takes it further with “Beef,” addressing those throwing stones at his Chocolate throne: ‘they know that using my name will help them sell some/so Iceberg, it’s alright, you’re welcome/…see woh woh pikin dey form handsome/ Kelechukwu, clap for yourself, well done…/why you mad at my flow, you be tampon?’ I can’t shout.

The Bad The intro has its funny moments but is about two minutes too long. The MI, Timaya and Loose Kaynon collabo, “Anybody” is as convincing as the new look Miami Heat; three individual talents that are out of sync as a single unit. MI is his usual lyrical self, Timaya, typically, goes off on his own tangent but Kaynon appears the most uncomfortable, seemingly trying to keep up with MI lyrically and doing an unimpressive job of it. While MI2 sounds like a no-brainer for an album title, it is the kind of lazy titling you’d expect from Nollywood – a la Juliet Must Live or Beyonce vs Rihanna – but not for someone as creative as he is. Yes, he is MI and this is his 2nd album; so, is MI3 next? The short black boy straight jacked the short white boy on this one. Not good enough dawg. When you’re constantly reminded on every other song that someone is the best, it can get a little redundant but that’s what rappers do; blow their own war trumpet till rivals’ ears bleed. Unfortunately, sometimes, listeners’ ears do too.

The Ugly Where is the movie? Apparently, in cyberspace. The online version is said to have several skits which our local street CD is missing. Why na? This is why my initial reaction was ‘419’ as this advertised movie was just track after track with no linking theme or story to follow. Either way, it is still a huge blow or ojoro strategy to push online sales. Yeah, I said it! Extra treats for online buyers are commonplace but to ignore, or even accidentally marginalize, possibly, the largest percentage of consumers is unfair and unacceptable. It’s even bad for MI as the movie experience he no doubt worked tirelessly to create is completely lost on thousands, possibly millions. And why is there a girl sleeping in the cinema? Has she been bored to death? Did she not enjoy The Movie? With MI’s potential for growth on a global scale, his Mr. Incredible moniker is already cutting it close, so why add an MI2: The Movie to that? Google MI2 and MI’s album doesn’t even appear until the bottom of the second page. Google MI2: The Movie and it’s the fifth item after four Mission: Impossible 2 references (at the time this was written, anyway). Anyone who’s watched Tropic Thunder knows how gangsta Tom Cruise can be! On a serious note though, there could be legal implications but MI’s boss is a lawyer, so he must have it all figured out.

The Bottom-Line MI JOStifies his Plataeu lineage because he is on top. Lyrically, he has further separated himself from the pack as a prize verbal pugilist. His economy of words is unmatched, masterfully using few words to say a whole lot. Although there is no song that jumps at you like “Anoti” from his previous album, MI2‘s production is solid for a more balanced offering than its predecessor, showing maturity as an artist. MI has not disappointed with the content of this album but loses points for the missing movie. Otherwise, plug in that HDMI cable and enjoy the view.

MI2 is available for purchase via NotJustOk.com or via your friendly neighborhood music vendor

Stylemania Inc presents Quarterly Lingerie Sales Event – Sexy et Fabuleux – “It’s not just Lingerie, It’s a Lifestyle”

2010-12-01T03:20:00.000-08:00

By ammeson.blogspot.com
A woman can truly express herself through her intimate apparel. Depending upon her selection, a woman may allow her feminine side to glow, her sexy and seductive side to romp, or her innocent and gentle side to shine.

So if you are looking for something to suit your needs and taste, here’s an invitation to the quarterly Sexy et Fabuleux Lingerie Sale event, brought to you by Stylemania Inc.

Enjoy a wonderful VIP shopping experience on the 12th December, 2010 at GET Arena from 12PM to 6PM.

The wide array of lingerie from top brands including Victoria’s Secret, LaSenza, Fredericks of Hollywood, Ann Summers, La Perla are seductive and full of bold, vibrant colors that would stop the press! There is something for everyone from flirty and romantic to comfy and cozy to provocative and saucy.

Date: Sunday 12 December 2010
Venue: GET Arena, Lekki, Lagos
Time:12PM to 6PM

For more information,

Website: www.sexyfabuleux.com
Facebook page: Sexy et Fabuleux
Twitter: @sexyfabuleux <-for useful tips on how to unleash your sexual confidence
See you there

Goodbye Peace! Now the Final 3 of Glo Naija Sings – Casey, Rasine & Da Brodas battle for the $200,000 Prize

2010-12-01T02:54:00.000-08:00

Goodbye Peace! Now the Final 3 of Glo Naija Sings – Casey, Rasine & Da Brodas battle for the $200,000 Prize

ByAmmeson.blogspot.com

It is now down to the wire; the final 3 contestants of this season of Glo Naija Sings has emerged – 17 year old Rasine, 14 & 20 year old siblings – Da Brodas and 27 year old Casey. In a few days, one of these acts will win the grand prize. This week, Peace was voted out. She had been a strong contender, however, it appears as though her rendition of Fela’s songs during the last episode did not connect with the audience and voting public. Peace received the lowest number of viewer votes and has now exited the competition.

You can watch Peace’s “swan song” below;

Watch Peace perform Beyonce’s Dangerously in Love

Showtimes
M-Net West:
Sundays at 21:00 CAT (from 19 September until 5 December)M-Net East:
Sundays at 20:00 CAT (from 19 September until 5 December)
AFRICA MAGIC REPEATS
Sundays at Midnight CAT
Wednesdays at 22:30 CAT
MAGIC WORLD REPEATS
Mondays and Thursdays at 19:00 CAT
NTA
Saturday and Sunday at 21:00 CAT
Nigeria is CAT -1
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Remember: You are voting for the Glo Naija Sings contestant that you want to win!
Voting opens after the Sunday night show and closes on Thursdays at Midnight in Nigeria (01.00 CAT).
Tune in next Sunday to see how your favourite fared, only on M-Net.
Each week, lucky voters (SMS Voters only) stand the chance to win a Blackberry Bold, an iPod Touch and 10 Glo subscribers will have their accounts recharged with 1000 Naira of airtime. Plus one lucky viewer that votes via SMS also stands the chance to win a Toyota Corolla from Glo at the end of the series, so vote now to get in line to win some fabulous prizes!
There are four ways you can vote:
Via the Website
You can vote once per hour per registered email address. Voting on the website is free. Go to www.mnetafrica.com/naijasings
Via the Wapsite
Type www.mnetafrica.com/naijasings into your mobile browser and start voting. You can vote once per hour and voting via Wap is free.
Via Mobile:
In Nigeria: Text just THE NUMBER that corresponds to your favourite contestant to 33364.
NB: Mobile voting is exclusive to Glo subscribers and SMSes cost N50.
In the Benin Republic: Text just THE NUMBER that corresponds to your favourite contestant to 7099.
NB: Mobile voting is exclusive to Glo subscribers and SMSes cost 150 CFA.
Outside Nigeria and Benin: Text just THE NUMBER that corresponds to your favourite contestant to +2783142100400. This is open to all networks – international SMS rates apply.
You can vote up to 100 times per mobile number during each voting period.
The dedicated numbers for each contestant:
Casey – 2
Da Brodas – 3
Rasine – 9
Via MXit
Open your mobile phone’s browser and type in m.mxit.com to download MXit for free. Then locate MXit on your phone under the applications or games section and register. Once in MXit, go to Tradepost>Entertainment>MNET and then add the Naija Sings Voting contact.
Voting on MXit is free and you can vote up to 10 times per voting period.