MO’HITS JOINS SOFORTE

The tsunami like revolution in the music industry is currently sweeping across the entire music industry and practioners are raising their hands to be counted. The recent news is that Mo’Hits Records has pitch its tent with Soforte- Nigeria’s first Automated Distribution company for the release of their next albums. Even though the details are still very sketchy, a reliable source revealed to Rhythm & Sounds few days back that the contract has been signed but it may not involve all the acts on the label for now. However, Soforte will distribute the last year edition of Koko Concert held in London. There will be a premiere in the cinemas before the DVD hits the shelves. Soforte started distribution business in Nigeria with Lara George’s sophomore album and 9ice’s third offering- Tradition. The company is the first automated entertainment distribution company registered under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. So far, they have created the largest distribution network comprising of both locations and supply chain distribution with outlets in over 60 key locations nationwide and well over 800 Wholesalers and Retailers spread across several business districts all across the country.

BETWEEN KLEVER J AND JESSE JAG

Two promising acts, Jesse Jags and Klever J are steaming hot with their new albums. While Jesse Jag will be releasing his debut album, Klever J recently released his sophomore. Klever J’s 12-tracker album comprises tracks like Omosexy, Igboro Ti Daru remix ft. Dagrin, Eyiwunmi, To Marry, Love in Tokyo, Ose o, Shake Your Bom Bom ft. Terry G among other metrical songs. The album was officially released on Monday, March 8, 2010 and it’s being distributed by Uba Pacific. As for Jesse Jagz, the preview of his album shall hold on the 13th of March 2010 at Tribeca, Victoria Island, Lagos. The management revealed that it shall feature never seen before live performances by Jesse Jagz & friends. The VIP section will be hosted exclusively by Hennessy, a very popular cognac. The same preview is planned for Abuja on the 27th March 2010 and Port Harcourt on the 4th of April 2010 .

NICO GRAVITY ATTACKED

Few months after Nico Gravity lyrically attacked Timaya in the lead single of his recent album- I Wan Finish Timaya, the same act has come under great lyrical attack of another fast rising act with so much great venom and heavy punch lines.
The name of the act is Mercury and he has taken Nico to the cleaners while appraising the talents of the self acclaimed Egberi Papa 1 of Bayelsa- Timaya.
In this same style of music Nico dissed Timaya, the new act described Nico Gravity as a frustrated fellow looking for cheap hype and promo. He however advised him to sing better music that thriving on controversy.
The man at the center of the whole controversy- Nico however described the act as a small boy from Ajegunle who is trying to make a name for himself. “I don’t even know the guy. I heard some people are promoting the song but is nothing to me. I’m in the studio as I speak to you to show how busy I’m”, he said.

FELA LIVES AGAIN

Late afro-beat king, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti ia alive again in the hearts of his numerous fans across the world. Few weeks back, lovers of the legendary act once again had access to his songs.
The first nine albums from the late singer were re-issued in the month of February. They've been re-mastered and sound better than ever. There is also an extended cut from Kuti's stunning 1972 album -Shakara.
Also re-issued is a new album from the late Malian guitarist- Ali Farka Toure, Kora player -Toumani Diabate, Shearwater’s The Golden Archipelago; a new collaboration between Portland, Laura Gibson and Ethan Rose including some incredible new guitar-rock from The Archie Bronson Outfit.
It will be recalled that Fela Anikulapo-Kuti is one of the greatest music export from this part of the world. Regardless of his style of music, his fans are found everywhere in the world.
The musical style performed by Fela Kuti is called Afrobeat, which is a fusion of jazz, funk, psychedelic rock, and traditional West African chants and rhythms

GOSPEL ACTS UNITE FOR SAMMIE OKPOSO

Plans are already in the pipeline by Sammie Okposo, one of the head honchos of Zamar Entertainment to make this year’s Easter celebration a very memorable one. The Easter gig will commence this year’s Out of Africa series concert.
The company is partnering with Genesis Deluxe Cinemas to make the Easter celebration a resounding success. Having successfully staged these kinds of events in the past, people can’t but look forward to an exhilarating event that last long in their memories.
According to the company’s publicist- MME (Media & Marketing Experts), the show which is tagged Sammie Okposo and Friends will feature other acts like Buchi, Lara George, Mike Aremu, KSB, Kefee, Niki Laoye, Onos Brisibi, Efe Nathan, Tim Godfrey, DJ Gosperella, among others. The comperes are Stella Damascus, Yaw and MC Abbey.
The event is slated April 3rd which happens to be Easter Saturday at The Palms in Lekki, Lagos.

DANNY YOUNG GETS BUSY

One of Nigeria’s budding acts, Danny Young is not relenting on his oars. The talented act is currently doing everything possible to be at the top of his game.
In two weeks from now, the act revealed to Rhythm & Sounds that he will be shooting two videos from his recent album which will serve as a follow up to the recent success of Oju Tiwon. “We are shooting videos for Aderupokor and My Girl featuring Paul Play and Kel. The Aderupokor is going to be a great video because it has a fantastic story line which we intend to follow carefully. We are shooting it like a movie and it is going to be very hilarious because we will be featuring some movie stars. My Girl Video will be simple but international”, he said.
He also revealed that he will proceed to the UK before the end of the year to shoot two more videos from his new album. “We are working on shooting two videos in the UK- Story and Won Binu Ori for summer and after that, we would sell the video compilation”, he assured.

EMERGING HITS FROM THE STREET

The year 2010 is just starting but we are beginning to lose count of the number of singles that have been released. Different artistes across the country are doing everything possible to be at the top of their games. Due to the fact that we are always abreast of the developments in the industry, we can reveal to you for free that some new singles are contesting for the number one spot on the music chart.
Different fans of these artistes have been finding it very difficult to actually determine which of the songs will be their favourite at the moment albeit enjoying the rhythm and the lyrics of the songs. Even though some of these songs are getting airplay on different radio stations, the street acceptability has been massive.
The songs currently contesting for the number one spot are Plantain Boy, Enemies and Implication. Plantain Boy was performed by Timaya, Enemies by Durella and Implication by 2Face Idibia. These songs have dominated the play lists of many hang outs and it is currently the songs ruling the streets. Other songs that are also struggling for great reckoning are Wondale by Blacktribe featuring 2Face Idibia and E No Easy by P-Square featuring J-Martins. Mo’Hits Records acts, D’Prince and Dr Sid are doing not badly too. Their singles Omoba and Something About You is gaining popularity by the day amidst condemnation from some severe music critics.