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PEARL THUSI RETURNS AS “LIP SYNC BATTLE AFRICA"HOST WITH NEW NIGERIAN CO-HOST DENRELE EDUN

2017-02-19T12:33:00.001+01:00

MTV BASE’S FAVOURITE LIP SYNCING CHALLENGE IS BACK - BIGGER AND MORE EXPLOSIVE THAN EVER!

WITH PEARL THUSI AND NEW NIGERIAN CO-HOST DENRELE EDUN

MTV Base (DStv channel 322) has revealed that the ultimate lip synching showdown is back – yes, Lip Sync Battle Africa, the pop culture phenomenon that’s swept the continent, returns to our TV screens from 22 April 2017.

At the helm for the second season is uber-babe, actress, presenter and model Pearl Thusi while flamboyant Nigerian man-about-town, TV presenter and fashion icon Denrele takes over the role of “colour commentator”, adding his lively observations to the proceedings.

No stranger to the music business, Denrele has interviewed the likes of Akon, Beyoncé , Tyler Perry, Lil' Kim, Snoop Dogg, and many more. Famous in Nigeria for his OTT calculated madness and edgy eccentricity, Denrele was himself a contestant on Lip Sync Battle Africa in Season 1, where he battled against fellow TV personality Ebuka, losing out narrowly, despite storming performances of “Johnny” by Yemi Alade and Jamiroquai’s 90s hit, “Virtual Insanity”.

Flipping his trademark tangled locks, an excited Denrele commented, “Co-hosting Lip Sync Battle Africa is truly the answer to a prayer I never made! The universe truly opened a door, and I’m gonna make sure I jump right inside and DO IT! It’s quite surreal – I was a contestant in Series 1 who flew in last minute and "spiritually" won his LSB challenge, and now I've been elevated to co-host! Try not to watch me, I dare you!!!!

Commented Monde Twala, Vice President, BET, Youth & Music, Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa, “Pearl and Denrele are going to make an awesome team. Pearl’s star quality is unmistakeable and she is a consummate professional, while Denrele’s a true original - bold, exciting and just on the right side of crazy! His extraordinary energy and total unpredictability should be a fascinating and explosive addition to season 2 of Lip Sync Battle Africa.”

Lip Sync Battle Africa season 2 will see well-known personalities and entertainers from across the continent strutting their stuff as they “lip sync” or mime to well-known songs in a bid to win the famous LSB winner’s belt, armed with dancers, wigs, costumes, props and tons of swag!

Lip Sync Battle Africa (series 2) premieres on MTV Base (ROA) on Wednesday 22 April 2017 at 20:00 WAT. For more information on Lip Sync Battle Africa, please go to www.mtvbase.com or join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LSBAfrica and tagging @mtvbaseafrica.

Diamond, Emtee, Kwesta, & Patoranking to raise the roof at the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016

2016-09-26T10:41:00.000+01:00

VIMN Africa and MTV Base (DStv channel 322) have revealed that Diamond, Emtee, Kwesta and Patoranking are to join the glittering ranks of performers at the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016.

The MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 is brought to you by Joburg Tourism in partnership with Absolut Vodka and Google and in association with MTN and DStv.

Diamond, Emtee, Kwesta and Patoranking join previously announced performers Alikiba, Babes Wodumo, Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Ycee and Yemi Alade on the giant purpose-built MAMA stage at the Ticketpro Dome, 22 October 2016.

Last year’s Best New Act winner Patoranking is again in contention for the 2016 awards – nominated this year for Best Male, where he goes head-to-head against last year’s winner, Tanzanian Bongo Flava star, Diamond. Patoranking also scored a second nomination in the 2016 awards for Best Collaboration for “No Kissing” feat. Sarkodie. After a standout year, Emtee received his first MAMA nod this year in the hotly contested Best Hip Hop category, while “Ngud” star Kwesta still has to learn if he’s scored a nod in MAMA 2016.

Highlighting the “gold standard” in contemporary music, creativity and achievement, The MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016 promises to be the biggest and best ever, with more than 15,000 music lovers expected to party up a storm at the Ticketpro Dome for this spectacular showcase. Tickets for the awards are on sale now priced ZAR 250 (standing only), and ZAR 300 (bleachers) via www.ticketpros.co.za, and at Ticketpro retail outlets or dealers. Over 18s only.

The definitive annual celebration of African and international talent and achievement, MAMA 2016 recognises and rewards musicians and achievers who have made the most impact on African music and youth culture over the previous year. The ceremony will feature stunning performances from African and international artists along with the show’s signature cross-genre and cross-border collaborations.

MAMA 2016 will celebrate African talent across 18 award categories, including Best Male, Best Female, Listener’s Choice and Best Group. The contribution of artists from Portuguese and French-speaking Africa is recognised in the Best Lusophone and Best Francophone categories. Additional categories include the Africa Re-Imagined Award and Personality of the Year. For news of this year’s nominations, please go to www.mtvbase.com.

DStv, e.tv and Metro FM are the official South African media partners of the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016.

For more information on the MTV Africa Music Awards Johannesburg 2016, please go to www.mtvbase.com or www.mtv.co.za like us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MTVBaseVerified, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @MTVBaseAfrica. To join the conversation about the awards please use the hashtag #MTVMAMA2016

#FirstListen | Listen To Reminisce’s ‘El-Hadj’ Album

2016-08-29T10:54:00.000+01:00

MTV Base presents yet another exciting exclusive for you! Baba Hafusa A.K.A Reminisce decided to bless his super fans with his 4th studio album ‘El-Hadj’ which is a follow up to his 2012’s Book Of Rap Stories, 2013’s Alaga Ibile and 2015’s Baba Hafusa.. Base fam, you get to listen to it before anybody else get to bring it to you.

The 16 tracks album features artist like Mr. Eazi, 9ice, 2face, with tracks like “Nobody knows”, “Telephone” and “Asalamalekun”. Production credit goes to Sossick who is the major producer on the album, with Sarz and PBanks also getting production credits. Peep the album tracklist below:

#ELHADJ #AUGUST29TH.

A photo posted by http://radi.al/dRQtTyU (@iamreminisce) on Aug 22, 2016 at 4:28am PDT

The ‘El-Hadj” album premieres worldwide today on MTV Base and is also available on all digital stores including iTunes and Spotify.

Listen to the #FirstOnBase HERE.

MTV BASE VJ SEARCH NIGERIA IS COMING...

2016-07-08T13:29:00.002+01:00

MTV Base is throwing down a challenge to the youth of Nigeria, as we search for a brand new VJ to represent the channel.

The new VJ will host shows on MTV Base and MTV as well as interviewing stars, MC-ing events, attending international awards shows such as the VMAs, EMAs and MAMAs, walking the red carpet, and travelling the continent – all while being an ambassador for MTV Base.
Are you confident? Do you have your finger on the pulse of youth culture? Do you have the Swags? Can you fill in the shoes of our VJs? Hold your own next to Dadaboi Ehiz? Yes?

The second Nigerian edition of the MTV Base VJ Search was held in 2013 which earned your favorite Dadaboi Ehizokjie Okoegulae the right to present to you some amazing shows on MTV Base and now you get the chance to be like Ehiz and also become a regular face at high profile events, red carpets.

MTV Base VJ Search Nigeria

Well If you think you have what it takes to be the new face of MTV Base, then keep it locked to mtvbase.com as more information will be revealed shortly.

MTV Base - VJ Timeline:

2006 – Durbanite Sizwe Dhlomo makes MTV Base history as the channel's first ever African VJ

2006 – Fikile Moeti from Cape Town beats thousands of hopefuls to be appointed MTV Base's first female VJ.

2007 - Vanessa Mdee becomes MTV Base's first ever Tanzanian VJ

2007 - Cynthia "C-Von" Okpala becomes MTV Base's first ever Nigerian VJ

2012 - Nomuzi Mabena joins the MTV Base talent roster after winning a nationwide search for new talent

2013 - Ehiz Okeguale aka Dadaboi becomes the second Nigerian VJ on MTV Base

2013 - Sandile Ntshingla becomes the fourth South African VJ on MTV Base.

GIRL POWER GOES GLOBAL FOR THE UN’S GLOBAL GOALS WITH NEW FILM #WHATIREALLYREALLYWANT

2016-07-07T21:09:00.001+01:00

Following the success of the #TellEverybody Global Goals Campaign in 2015, the United Nations Project Everyone in partnership with Getty Images and the Screen Advertisers World Association (SAWA) are proud to introduce an exciting global project involving a section which features African female artists and choreographers to highlight the issues affecting girls and women around the world.

20 years on, a remake of the Spice Girls’ Wannabe video, featuring artists from India, Nigeria, South Africa, UK, USA and Canada, tells world leaders what girls and women really really want in 2016 to achieve the Global Goals.

Directed by MJ Delaney of Moxie Pictures, this new film titled ‘#WhatIReallyReallyWant has been produced to represent the voices of girls from around the world telling everyone what they really really want. The video features musicians Gigi LaMayne and Moneoa from South Africa, Seyi Shay from Nigeria, Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez from Sri Lanka, M.O. from the UK, Taylor Hatala from Canada and Larsen Thompson from the USA.

Collectively bringing all African artists into these global charity projects is the African creative for United Nation’s global projects, George Beke CEO of the Pan-African Geobek Entertainment, who was also behind the A&R for the previous Global Goals Campaign song, #TellEverybody where award winning African acts Mafikizolo, Yemi Alade, Sauti Sol, Becca, Ice Prince, Diamond, Sarkodie, Toofan and world class producers Cobhams Asuquo and Ellputo were brought together to produce the hit song, “Tell Everybody” to raise awareness around the global goals.

With the new project at hand, #WhatIReallyReallyWant launches online and in cinemas all over the world with a call to action for people everywhere to share a picture on social media of #WhatIReallyReallyWant for girls and women. The responses will be shown when world leaders gather in New York this September for the UN General Assembly and the inaugural ‘Global Goals Week.’ The video was shot in Mumbai, Cape Town and in London and will be the centerpiece of the Global Goals Campaign this year, set to be released in cinemas in over 30 countries from July to October.

In September 2016, World Leaders will mark the first anniversary of the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals. These Global Goals are a mighty plan to end poverty, fix climate change and address inequalities over the next 15 years, but they will only succeed if they address the needs of the most marginalised first, particularly those of girls and women. Issues like quality education, an end to violence, an end to child marriage and equal pay for equal work need to be top of every government’s agenda in order to give the Goals the best possible start.

Everyone is invited to ‘Tell Us What You Want’ from the Global Goals.

New Video: Niniola teases us with Shaba video.

2016-07-07T21:09:00.000+01:00

Nigerian artiste Niniola has no intentions of slowing down. She is back again and this time it’s the visual for her previously released single SHABA which is currently tearing up the airwaves.

#Shaba Butterfly...Video Loading... All I really want it to be a stinking Billionaire... #SHABAvideoLoading #NewVideoAlert #NINIOLA #NAIJAREVIEW #DRUMROLL

A photo posted by niniola apata (@officialniniola) on Jul 5, 2016 at 9:08am PDT

The video was shot and directed by Adasa Cookey for SquareBall Media in lagos, Nigeria. With cameo appearances by DJ Rep and Blessing....

Watch and Enjoy.

2016 BET award viewers’ choice winner Falz drops video to “Soft Work”

2016-07-07T11:07:00.000+01:00

The 2016 BET award viewers’ choice international act winner Falz the Bahd Guy has dropped the highly anticipated video titled “Soft Work” off his sophomore album ‘Stories That Touch!

My new baby! Tainx toe you guys 🙌. #BETawards16 #BETexperience #BETawards #ViewersChoice #BestNewInternationalAct

A photo posted by Falz TheBahdGuy (@falzthebahdguy) on Jun 27, 2016 at 9:11am PDT

The video was directed by Mex and fam this is a Must watch!

Yemi Alade Releases Koffi Anan Visuals

2016-06-22T14:54:00.001+01:00

Off her sophomore album titled “Mama Africa: The Diary of an African Woman” , Yemi Alade premieres the video to her afro-pop dance anthem “Koffi Anan”.

The track Koffi Anan is a bonus of her sophomore album was released under Effyzzie Music Group. Yemi Alade is currently the most viewed African female act of all time, with over 80 million views on YouTube/Vevo to her credit.

The video was directed by Paul Gambit, Watch the visuals below:

BET TO HONOUR AKON WITH THE BET “GLOBAL GOOD” AWARD

2016-06-20T16:48:00.000+01:00

Today, BET (DStv channel 129) unveiled hip-hop superstar and global humanitarian Akon as the recipient of the 2016 Global Good Award at the “BET Awards”. The second annual Global Good Award is presented as a part of the “BET Awards” and honours individuals championing endeavours which positively impact change and heighten awareness in different parts of the world. A Grammy- and BET Award-nominated, two-time multi-platinum musical artist, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Akon holds a place in industry history as one of music's most influential voices and is this year’s 2016 Global Good Award honouree.

Born in America to Senegalese parents, Akon developed a love for Senegal and deep desire to help the nation’s youth. In 2007, he launched the Konfidence Foundation, dedicated to providing Senegalese youth with educational resources and access to health services. In 2014, Akon co-founded “Akon Lighting Africa", which currently brings solar-powered electricity to the homes of over 600 million people in more than 11 countries in rural Africa. He also helped launch the Solar Academy in Bamako, Mali, where engineers will be taught how to develop solar power, and has expanded his impact beyond Africa by teaming up with government officials in several Latin American countries, including Brazil, to bring electricity to needy homes.

The Global Good Award will be presented by Eva Marcille and Jidenna as a part of the “BET Awards.”

Hosted by Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, the “BET Awards” will include performances by Usher, Future, Bryson Tiller, Alicia Keys and Maxwell with special performances in honour of the late pop icon Prince by Sheila E., Janelle Monae, D’Angelo, The Roots and more. The star power continues as Gabrielle Union, Nate Parker, DJ Khaled and many others will take the stage as presenters during the 16th anniversary of the annual highly-anticipated televised event.

The BET Awards premieres on BET (DStv channel 129) on Tuesday 28 June at 19:00 CAT.

Russian Bear is the official South Africa sponsor of the BET Awards 2016.

For more information on the BET Awards, visit www.betafrica.tv, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BETinAfrica, or join the conversation about the channel on Twitter and Instagram @BET_Africa using the hashtag #BETAwards16.

Tomi Thomas Out with "Black Couch VOL I"

2016-06-15T14:39:00.001+01:00

Yup, we've got yet another exciting exclusive for all of you! Have a listen to Tomi Thomas’ highly anticipated LP, “Black Couch VOL I" before anybody else and let us know if you're loving it!

Tomi Thomas & MTV BASE are thrilled to announce the release of the latest collection, an LP from Tomi Thomas called Black Couch.

Black Couch VOL I is the first release of the LP including genres such as Reggae, soul, RnB, and Hiphop. The first release will include titles such as “Caught a wave, Cheat Codes and Jane” and will feature other artists such as Santi, Tay, Bridge (LOS), BrisB (LOS) and EsoJay Luciano will be heard on this amazing collection.

The Black Couch LP will premiere on MTV Base and will be available on all digital stores such as Itunes, spotify, including visuals being released on #FirstonBase and TomiThomasVevo all distributed by UrbanMass, a digital music distribution and PR company based In Dubai.

“ Tomi Thomas keeps on flourishing and showing the that he is versatile and delivers conscious great music to the world. Black Couch has a relative sound yet has that special touch that makes it not sound like any other artist on the market” says Jenna Kahdum - Urbanmass

“ I worked on the BlackCouch LP to push past the boundaries, everyone that worked on this project with me put in their all and i can say we all grew in the arts we all got a little bit better and that for me is the greatest reward " says Tomi Thomas.

Black Couch VOL I' is exclusive only to MTV Base. Listen to it HERE

Legendary Music Producer, OJB Jezreel Dies At Age 49

2016-06-14T16:52:00.000+01:00

It is with sadness in our hearts that we report that Babatunde Okungbowa, known to the world as OJB Jezreel passed on early this morning, Tuesday, June 14, 2016.

His kidney transplant had failed completely since last week, and he was down with kidney related disease, and consequently was flown to India for a transplant in 2013.

After the successful surgery, OJB Jezreel, showered praises on his first wife, Mama J, for being there for him and donating one of her kidneys to save his life.

OJB passes on a month to his 50th birthday. His body has been deposited in a morgue at Isolo General Hospital.

He is survived by three wives, June, Korede, Mabel and eight children. Further information will be communicated to the public through this medium

Watch What Happened AFTER “Soldier” Falz rescued Simi

2016-05-27T11:28:00.001+01:00

Watch what happens after Falz the Soldier rescued Simi from the militants, and yes “The MTV Bigger Friday Show” brings you a glimpse of what happened next!

#FreshCut | Moelogo Drops Penkele (Remix) Featuring Davido & Sarkodie.

2016-05-19T18:14:00.000+01:00

Following the recent release of his sophomore EP Ìréti which has been championed by Apple Music/Beats 1, The FADER, Capital Xtra's DJ Abrantee, BBC 1Xtra, Rinse FM and MTV UK among others, British Nigerian Afrobeats artist and MOBO Awards nominee Moelogo has joined forces with Sony Music’s Nigerian Pop star Davido and BET Award-winning Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie to bring the official remix to his EP lead single ‘Penkele’, premiered via Apple Music/Beats 1 and The FADER.

FROM SE15 to @Beats1 #Worldwide #PenkeleRmx NEXT 👀👀👀💯🇳🇬🇬🇧🇬🇭 pic.twitter.com/KmHlx5vAKs
— MOELOGO (@moelogo) May 17, 2016

Produced by P2J (Tinie Tempah, Krept & Konan, Trey Songz), ‘Penkele (Remix)’ sees Moelogo collaborating with Davido and Sarkodie for the first time ever, to excellent effect.

Davido kicks off the remix with an opulent contribution in true ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ fashion, while Sarkodie delivers a poignant rap verse in his trademark quick-fire style, with Moelogo rounding things up in superb fashion with a glorious new verse.

Listen to Moelogo featuring Davido & Sarkodie 'Penkele (Remix)':

Pictures From Ghana Must Go Movie Premiere!!!

2016-05-19T18:00:00.000+01:00

Desamour Production Company hosted media influencers and editors to an exclusive screening of the much anticipated movie ‘Ghana Must Go’ at The FilmHouse Cinemas, Surulere. The romantic comedy is produced by award-winning Ghanaian/Nigerian actress, Yvonne Okoro and set for nationwide release on the 10th of June, 2016.

Directed by multiple award-winning filmmaker, Frank Rajah Arase; Ghana Must Go stars Yvonne Okoro, Kofi Adjorlolo, Ik Ogbonna, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Helen Paul, Ada Ameh and Nkem Owoh (popularly known as Osuofia).

Set in Accra, Ghana, the comedy revolves around two young lovers who are of Nigerian and Ghanaian origin. Yvonne Okoro plays the role of Ama, a London-based Ghanaian woman who brings her Nigerian boyfriend, Chuks (Blossom Chukwujekwu), home to meet her parents much to the displeasure of her wealthy father. Ama’s parents refuse to give their blessing to their union, citing historical happenings between the neighbouring nations as reason for their refusal. The series of events tests the love of the young couple in the most hilarious and unexpected fashion.

This is the second feature movie from Desamour Company Limited after the 2012 Box Office Smash ‘Contract’. ‘Ghana Must Go’ was released earlier in 2016 and has already enjoyed box office success in Ghana. The Nigerian Premiere is set for Friday 3rd June 2016 in Lagos, Nigeria.

Photo Credit- Crystal Studios

Listen to the #FreshCut from Vector Tha Viper with “What’s That”

2016-05-19T17:45:00.001+01:00

Oundun!!! Vector Tha Viper & G.R.A.P Music has released a new high tempo hip hop track – What’s That, produced by Mekoyo..

Hey you! #what'sThat Wetin you carry for back? (In popo voice...lol) #what'sThat

A photo posted by #VECTOR THA #VIPER (@vectorthaviper) on May 19, 2016 at 1:44am PDT

Vibe to the track below and let us know your thoughts.

Drake talks First No. 1 on Billboard, Rihanna & gets pranked on Ellen

2016-05-19T17:37:00.000+01:00

During a recent interview on 'The Ellen Degeneres Show,' Drake talked about hosting SNL, being a "cheap thrill, his relationship with Rihanna & meeting a charismatic 9-year-old boy at the NBA All-Star game.

When asked about his relationship with Riri, Drake responded that he and Rihanna are just friends, so Ellen pulled out a few pictures of Drizzy & Riri as you can see below:

"That's friendship at its finest right there," Drake announced. But his face told a very different story, and Ellen knew it...

Drake nearly jumped out of his chair when a man jumped out of the box between their seats.

Ellen asked fans to create their own memes with the hashtag #MakeADrake using an image of Drake being spooked on Wednesday's show.

#MakeADrake! Make a meme of this photo & post w/ the hashtag. If I show it on my show, I’ll send you some underwear! pic.twitter.com/4FlNiF9H07
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) May 18, 2016

It's that point in the semester @TheEllenShow #MakeADrake pic.twitter.com/KygkrWL9iC
— Emoli (@e_jojo808) May 18, 2016

I'm over here running through the #6ix with no @TheEllenShow undies. @Drake @TheEllenShow #MakeADrake #VIEWS pic.twitter.com/jay5zCHXi6
— Lisa Tyldesley (@lisatyldesley) May 18, 2016

Since you won't be able to see it on my private Instagram, @TheEllenShow, here's my #MakeADrake!!! :) pic.twitter.com/xwmDBcCmXD
— Jaclyn M. (@jackiieeemariie) May 18, 2016

what Meek Mill dreams of at night #MakeADrake pic.twitter.com/P7FX11L4Bd
— Andrew J. Windsor II (@AndrewWindsorII) May 18, 2016

Justin timberlake debuts at no. 1 on the billboard chart!

2016-05-17T16:43:00.000+01:00

Step aside Drake for a minute, we’ve got a new number 1 track on the billboard chart.

Justin Timberlake’s soundtrack for the upcoming Trolls movie has debuted as the No. 1 single on the Hot 100 chart with “Can’t Stop The Feeling, knocking off Drake’s “One Dance,” featuring Wizkid and Kyla, from the No. 1 spot after one week on the chart.

JT who was excited about the news took to Twitter to thank his loyal fans, here is what he had to say:

What. Is. Happening?!?! Just... Thank you fans, radio, and AAAH! No words. @billboard #Hot100 #CantStopTheFeeling https://t.co/nUnX0hcDJB
— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) May 16, 2016

This marks Timberlake’s fifth solo No. 1, and his first song to debut on the chart at No. 1. The top slot debut dethrones Drake’s single “One Dance,” which had reached the No. 1 spot for the first time last week after a quick climb.

Sit back , relax and watch the video below:

The Bad Guy falz and simi graces the cover of impelling africa's may-june edition!

2016-05-17T16:23:00.000+01:00

It’s not a joking sturvs!!!

The dynamic duo of Falz the Bahd Guy & Simi have gathered quite the following for themselves on social media platforms and households locally and internationally with simple originality. In this intimate sit-down with Impelling Africa Nigeria, they take us through the highs and the lows of their journey and how they have been able to keep it simple and keep themselves grounded inspite of the intrusions of fame.

Also featured in this edition is the delectable Yemisi Fancy, singer and actor from the popular TV series, Tinsel. Hakeem Balogun and other known and loved names like beautiful Waje make a cameo in this power-packed edition.

You can also visit Impelling Africa at : Impelling Africa

alikiba features mi abaga on the track aje

2016-05-17T15:57:00.001+01:00

Multiple award winning Tanzanian singer, Alikiba has drooped the much awaited video for his smash hit single “Aje” which he premiered exclusively on MTV Base.

He featured “young denzel” Mi Abaga on this Bongo Flava track.

Listen to “Aje” below and don’t forget you can watch the video on MTV Base channel 322.

lamboginny & mr clayy team up with yemi alade on show dem track.

2016-05-17T15:57:00.000+01:00

The duo of Lamboginny & Mr Clayy have returned with yet another super blazing tone, this time it’s a pitch perfect wedding song featuring Mama Africa Yemi Alade titled “Show Dem”.

OYA OOO IYAWO SHOW DEM SHOW DEM OO... Start your week with love by downloading this tune link on my bio... Lamboginny x Mr Clayy ft @yemialade - Show Dem #showDem Pls show some love..🙌🙌🙌🔥🔥 #love #Africamusic

A photo posted by #TheLivingproject (@lamboginny) on May 16, 2016 at 2:23am PDT

This one is definitely a hit for the street, the party and for the weddings. Show Dem is a follow up song to the successful I AM A WINNER which featured Chidinma and its off their much pronounced debut album “The LiviNG”

Show Dem was produced by Mystro and mixed by Benie Macaulay.

TOKE MAKINWA BATTLES CHIGURL IN MTV BASE’s “LIP SYNC BATTLE AFRICA”

2016-05-09T17:12:00.000+01:00

Entertainment divas Toke Makinwa and Chigurl have been revealed as the next contestants on MTV Base’s hilarious reality-music mash-up, Lip Sync Battle Africa.

Lip Sync Battle Africa, now in its third episode, will see TV/radio show host Toke Makinwa compete against popular comedienne Chigurl as they combat for the biggest bragging rights on the planet. “Lip syncing” or miming to two songs of their choice, one African, one international, only one of them will take home the Lip Sync Battle trophy.

A confident Toke said, "I have always been a huge fan of Lip Sync Battle; my favorite episode so far has to be with Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan. When I heard it was coming to Africa I was pretty excited, and then I got the call and I got even more excited. I have practiced day and night and I'm so ready to take Chigurl down. I've got this, she's no competition, it's on like Donkey Kong!"

Responded Chigurl, “My fans know that mimicking is my thing, so trust me on this one because you know as usual I’ll be bringing my ‘mar-kate’ on Lip Sync Battle Africa and it won’t be a ‘Weist’. Toke: get ready to be chewed up and spat out.”

Lip Sync Battle Africa kicked off on 30 April 2016 on MTV Base, and has already recorded epic combats Denrele vs Ebuka, and Flavour vs Maps Maponyane. The show is hosted by the Koko master, D’Banj and well as South Africa’s Pearl Thusi.

To find out who wins Episode 3 of Lip Sync Battle Africa, tune in to MTV Base (DStv channel 322) on Saturday 14 May at 18:00 WAT.

Viewers can be part of the #LSBChallenge by uploading their own personal lip sync to one of the following songs, D’banj’s “Emergency”, Davido’s “The Sound” and Yemi Alade’s “Johnny” on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter using the hashtag #LSBChallenge and you could win fabulous prizes or even have your video featured on the show!

For more information on Lip Sync Battle Africa, visit www.mtvbase.com, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/verified.MTVBase.Nigeria, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @MTVBaseAfrica using the hashtag #LSBAfrica.

Photos from Asa’s live in Lagos concert.

2016-05-09T16:43:00.001+01:00

An amazing team of superstar Nigerian entertainers converged on Sunday 1st May at the Convention Centre of Eko Hotels, Victoria Island, for Nigerian songstress Asa’s first ever Lagos Concert “Asa Live In Concert”.

Isaac Geralds, MOBO award winning singer Rachel Kerr, Soul Fusion artist Falana, alternative soul singer Bez & pianist Kaliné and others joined Asa to deliver a stunning performance as she gave her fans a wonderful and electrifying performance everyone in attendance won’t be forgetting in a hurry.

I am so happy that I did not miss the epicness that is @Asa_official . The concert was amazing! best show ever! #AsaLiveInLagos
— The Funbi (@thefunbi) May 2, 2016

Bukola Elemide!!!
God bless you!
Thank You @Asa_official #AsaLiveInLagos #BOSTour pic.twitter.com/n1lDmPg581
— Shola Ajisegbede (@sniper_ajix) May 2, 2016

“Never has Asa’s voice been so precise and emotionally pure.” She still has all the melodic grace she’s always been known for, but this time, it’s more troubling than ever.

See what went down at the Asa’s live in concert Lagos!

PHOTO CREDIT –EMILY NKANGA

alicia keys drops infectious latin-flavored song in common.

2016-05-09T16:11:00.000+01:00

Grammy winner Alicia Keys is back on the scene with an infectious Latin-flavored rhythm titled “In Common” ahead of her performance on Saturday Night Live this weekend.

Billboard confirms that her sixth LP will be released later this year, which is a reflection of her “roots in NYC and hip-hop culture”.

The song was co-written by Alicia Keys, Illangelo, Tayla Parks and Billy Walsh and produced by Illangelo

#InCommon 🎼🎹 https://t.co/pJAChQ66GQ pic.twitter.com/1faFFRQ9Xe
— Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) May 4, 2016

Base fam you can download Alicia’s new track on iTunes and listen to it below.

meet the new host of the bigger friday show:- falz the bahd guy

2016-04-26T16:37:00.001+01:00

A new season of popular Friday night comedy programme ‘The Bigger Friday Show’ is set to premiere with a twist in the coming weeks.

Previously hosted by Basketmouth as ‘The Big Friday Show’, the new show sports a revamped format and it will be hosted by rapper and widely admired Internet phenomenon Falz The Bahd Guy.

‘The Bigger Friday Show is one of the revamped entertainment shows on MTV Base as the channel seeks to make young African audiences the center of its content and deepen audience participation and interaction.

The past edition of the show featured parody videos, celebrity pranks and entertainment news highlights.

Viewers can also be part of the new edition and participate in the #BFSChallenge by submitting personalized content on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter using the hashtag #BFSChallenge

The show, which is a mixture of entertainment and comedy, is part of the sparkling new entertainment campaign led by MTV Base called ‘My Life, My Base’ and it will premiere on MTV Base Channel 322 on Friday April 29, 2016.

To be a part of the #BFSChallenge watch the simple steps in the video below:

sojay drops “so far” EP

2016-04-12T14:50:00.000+01:00

After the release of his controversial single ‘Fook you”, Sojay signed to Reminisce’s Les Roses Rouges (LRR) label stays in the game and has released his debut EP called “So Far”.

The 10-track musical recording features songs with Olamide and Reminensce .

Finally, the day I've been waiting for is here. SoFar EP is out now! Download link in my bio. Buy Nigerian Music #LRR/EDGE

A photo posted by #TheVoice (@therealsojay) on Apr 11, 2016 at 2:15am PDT

You can get the So far EP via ITunes HERE :