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  • 9ice and Small Doctor to fete Lagosians at Nigeria’s Independence

    9ice and Small Doctor to fete Lagosians at Nigeria’s Independence

    Music stars 9ice and Small Doctor are set to thrill Lagosians in a concert scheduled to hold on October 1, 2017 coinciding with Nigeria’s 57th Independence Day anniversary.

    The concert which holds at the Adura Football Field, Alakuko, Lagos, is part of the Real Deal Experience is brought by Legend Extra Stout.

    Speaking on his anticipation for the show, 9ice said: “I’ve performed at other Real Deal Experience concerts and I must say the energy is always superb. But trust me, nothing beats a Lagos concert. The fun, the excitement, the people and all are second to none. I really can’t wait.”

    Small Doctor who has hits like ‘Penalty’ and ‘Mosquito Killer’ also remarked: “I love performing in Lagos as it is the city that brought me all of my success. You can be sure I’ll be bringing on my ‘A’ game. This edition of the Real Deal Experience is also special because of Nigeria’s independence and I really can’t wait to celebrate it with my Lagos fans.”

    The tour takes Nigeria’s biggest music stars across various cities around the country to entertain local fans. Attendees stand a chance to win gifts such as flat screen TVs, generators and refrigerators etc. In addition, fans and consumers of Legend Extra Stout also stand a chance of winning N50, 000 cash prizes in an online talent competition hosted on the brand’s social media pages.

    Speaking on the event, Portfolio Manager – Mainstream, Lager and Stout brands, Nigerian Breweries, Emmanuel Agu, said: “Picture this: the Real Deal Experience concert will hold on Nigeria’s Independence Day right at the Centre of Excellence where coincidentally, Nigeria got its independence in 1960. It will definitely be a night of celebration and we’re very proud to be the brand making it happen!”

    The Real Deal Experience has held in other cities such as Nnewi, Enugu, Uyo, Aba and Abuja. It is scheduled to hit other cities soon.

  • Bisola releases debut ‘collabo’ video

    Bisola releases debut ‘collabo’ video

    Big Brother Naija (BBN) 2017 Reality TV show first runner-up, Bisola Aiyeola has partnered ex-Project Fame West African winner, Jeff Akoh, to release a debut hot single, ‘Water and Fire’.

    The video for the new hit, produced by Temple Music has also been released.

    ‘Water and Fire’ song, is officially the first production from newly established Temple Music, a sister firm of leading creative talent agency, Temple Management Company (TMC).

    The single is said to be a teaser to the evolving artiste’s individual albums coming up later in the year.

    Bisola is a multi-talented actress, MC, singer, TV/Radio presenter and mimic who has been active over the past 10 years.

    She is also an Ambassador for the ONE campaign Organisation which has been calling on governments for a package of funding and reforms which will make education work for every girl by 2030.

    The organisation also urged world leaders to double the global funding for girls’ education by 2020.

    Similarly, Jeff Akoh who won the 2015 edition of Project Fame West Africa, a reality Singing Reality TV competition, is set to release highly anticipated album titled “Lokoja” on October 27th.

    The duo of Bisola and Jeff are among six pioneer artistes signed to the young Temple Music.

    Others include 9ice, the ‘Gongo Aso’ crooner; DJ Jimmy Jatt; Chris Akinyemi and Mr Labz.

     

  • Fans come hard on 9ice’s ‘Living Things’ remix

    Fans come hard on 9ice’s ‘Living Things’ remix

    Remixes are mostly done to give the original work of a song a better feel with sometimes a new verse or rhythm.

    When artistes remix their old song, they tend to feature another musician who they deem fit to do justice to the previously released song (which might have been a hit or not). That way, the guest artiste contributes his quota on the song making it a hit again.

    One of the advantages of such collaboration is that the guest artiste would influence the invitee’s fan base, and may probably begin to follow the artiste too because they are now exposed to his music.

    But what would be said about a guest artiste who sings off the theme and rhythm of a song he’s supposed to “murder”? How does the owner of the song react to the artiste fail to deliver on the song he is featured on?

    Abolore Akande aka 9ice has been off the radar of music for a while although he has been releasing songs but has had no hit track. This was until he released Living Things, a song which became an anthem after his last outing, Gbamu Gbamu a few years back.

    ‘Living Things’  was doing quite well until he invited Davido for a remix, he must have thought he took a bold step, he must have thought the song was going to a whole new level by featuring the IF singer but unfortunately Davido failed to deliver, going by fans reaction.

    Omo Baba Olowo as he is fondly called didn’t pull his weight in the remix of ‘Living Things’, making some music lovers to lambast 9ice for featuring him on the song.

    The original version of ‘Living Things’ which was solely delivered by 9ice was already a major comeback for the Oyo State-born singer.

    Below are some of the comments gathered from various music blogs about the remix.

    “This Is Trash. Total Bullshit. Davido Spoilt The Chorus. Age The Chorus Was The Concept Behind The Song. Dunno Why 9ice Allowed Him. Men u gat d right words for it. It’s wack I swear d real one make sense die,” a fan, Folaranmi OT wrote on a popular music blog.”

    Another commenter opined that “Davido was screaming like he is forcing himself to sing see how he calm down on if and the one he did with Teckno but this one he wacked the song himself make 9ice no waste money on the video oooo make em just do another banger.”

  • 9ice drops new video, ‘Glass House’

    9ice drops new video, ‘Glass House’

    Alapomeji crooner, 9ice, on Tuesday, officially released a brand new video titled ‘Glass House.’

    Directed and photographed by award-winning director, Unlimited L.A., the compelling video features artistic themes and exotic contemporary dance.

    This is coming on the heels of his successful video, ‘Living Things.’

    For 9ice, 2008 winner of MOBO Best African Act, who has seven albums to his credit, signing a management deal with Temple Management Company, has re-boosted his musical career which has widely fluctuated since he came to the mainstream with the 2008 release of his chart-busting album, ‘Gongo Aso’.

  • 9ice signs new deal with TMC

    9ice signs new deal with TMC

    Primed to chart a new direction for his career, Gongo Aso crooner, Abolore Akande, popularly known as 9ice, has joined the likes of Mavins Records and Iyanya by signing a deal with Temple Management Company.
    The deal was consummated last Thursday at the corporate office of the company in Victoria Island, Lagos and witnessed by representatives of both parties.
    While receiving 9ice, Idris Olorunnimbe, CEO/ Founder, TMC noted that 9ice still commands a strong place in Nigerian music.
    “We recognize the foundation that 9ice has built and established, together we can build on and take it to newer heights,” Olorunnimbe said.
    “At Temple Management Company, we do not gamble but believe in strategy and pinpoint execution.”
    He explained further, “With our team and structure, we are here to support 9ice to actualize his career goals. In 9ice, we see a brand that has an important and strategic core that we can expand.”
    TMC has amassed clients in sports, arts, media and of course, entertainment. Some of its clients include Don Jazzy, Mavin Records, Project Fame winner, Jeff and Iyanya,
    In his remarks, 9ice said, “For me, this is the right thing to do at this stage in my career and indeed for any forward thinking artiste. When we started music, we grew with the knowledge that everything was all about the artiste; you are the manager, owner of the record label etc. We did this to the best of our ability.”
    “This is the time to give experienced professionals the chance to take care of you because one will become the better for it. Temple Management are like our own Sony or BMG in Nigeria. Any artiste who plans to grow need to work with the right people such as Temple Management Company.
    9ice kick-started his singing career with Fuji music but his career would take a big leap when he teamed up with ID Cabasa’s Alapomeji Records.
    He is best known for his multiple award-winning song Gongo and its eponymous album and won the MOBO Best African Act in 2008, same year of album release. His albums include Certificate (2007), Gongo Aso (2008), Tradition (2009), Certificate and Tradition reloaded (2010), Bashorun Gaa/Versus (2011), CNN/GRA (2014).

  • 9ice escapes armed robbery attack

    9ice escapes armed robbery attack

    Gongo Aso crooner, Abolore Akande, aka 9ice has escaped armed robbers attack along Town Planning Way, Anthony, Lagos.

    An impeccable source said the attack happened on Sunday night, 6th November 2016 when the multiple awards winner was heading to a show.

    While coming from Coker road, an ash coloured vehicle conveying four armed men crossed 9ice Benz red car. But the artiste had insinuated that had they evil plans when he was driving behind the robbers’ car.

    However, he was able to turn back on the motion to Coker road from Town Planning way and escape.

    In his opinion, their intention was to rid him of the vehicle and possibly, other valuables.

    “I thank God for the narrow escape. I can’t even imagine what I experienced on Sunday night. The robbers intention was to collect the car,” 9ice said.

  • 9ice, Juliet Ibrahim, others for Super Me season 3

    9ice, Juliet Ibrahim, others for Super Me season 3

    The premiere of the Season 3, ‘Super Me’ Series Celebrity Edition match with short clips of the new qualified teams on a super mega screen for viewers’ enjoyment was a sight to behold last Friday, September 30, 2016 at the Silverbird Cinemas, Ikeja City Mall, Ikeja Lagos.

    The qualified teams would trade tackles on speed and knowledge of the football industry and the new introduction of the spinning wheel with striking features like; Free Kicks, Penalty, Over The Bar, Answer the Question and Golden Goal to actually score a goal as part of the match process.

    However, the teams had celebrity coaches like Sexy Steel, Bash the Comedian, Sossick, Toyin Ibitoye, Alexx Ekubo, Biola Kazeem and 9ice who were enthusiastic about winning the grand prize and community project for their teams. The other coaches included Juliet Ibrahim, Reminisce, Helen Paul, Illbliss, Shina Okeleyi, DJ Neptune, Deji Omotoyinbo, Juliet Mafua and Jide Alabi.

    The much anticipated matches between the qualified 16 teams would be officiated by ace comedian and OAP Ushbebe.

    Super Me challenge is a brainchild of Abelinis Limited aimed at giving back to people in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos. It is a CSR initiative from Fanz Championship Africa to construct a new borehole, renovate school toilet and provide generator to power the borehole.

  • 9ice releases Economy

    9ice releases Economy

    Hip hop singer Abolore Akande aka 9ice has released a new song: Economy. The Alapomeji crooner said the song is about the ups-and-downs of the economy.

    According to the artiste; “the Nigerian economy, as a song or as a topic, is rare in today’s entertainment world but crucial, necessary and needed for us as Nigerians to grow. We know what we want, but we want to know where we went wrong and how to prefer solutions to our problems.”

    Economy is produced by DJ Coublon, who produced Wash for Tekno, and Good Times for Kiss Daniel, 9ice said.

    DJ Coublon brings his creativity to this song, as 9ice prepares to drop his eighth album on October 1. The album, he says, is dedicated to his brother, producer and mentor, Olumide Ogunade, better known as ID Cabasa.

    Profits from sales of the album will go to ID Cabasa as a way of celebrating the prolific music producer.

    Among 9ice albums are Certificate (2007), Gongo Aso (2008), Tradition (2009), Bashorun (2011), Versus (2011), CNN (2014) and GRA (2014).

  • 9ICE BECOMES SOCCER JACKPOT’S AMBASSADOR

    9ICE BECOMES SOCCER JACKPOT’S AMBASSADOR

    ABOLORE Adegbola, known as 9ice, has signed up a new contract with Soccer Jackpot, a betting company.

    The singer, who recently dropped a new single titled Olorunsogo, produced by ID Cabasa, is the first brand ambassador for Soccer Jackpot, for the brand new Football season.

    The betting company which started since November 2015, according to a statement, sought out a partnership with the artiste, who has seven albums to his credits.

    “Soccer Jackpot is an opportunity for lovers of football to turn their passion into gold. In a trying time such as this, having a little fun and making a little income on the side is the very best of both worlds”, 9ice said.

    The musician who is fully back to music with a new single “Economy” coming soon, in 2014, went into politics and contested for a seat at the Federal House of Representatives in his native state Ogbomosho in Oyo state under the All Progressive Congress (APC). He lost out during the primaries, but was later named as a Special Adviser to the Oyo state Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi.

  • Ruggedman and 9ice back together with Religion

    Ruggedman and 9ice back together with Religion

    Two of Nigeria’s frontline hip musicians – 9ice and Ruggedman – over the weekend came out with a new song titled Religion.

    Rich with lyrical delivery style of Yoruba proverbs by 9ice (Abolore Akande) and rap by Ruggedman (Michael Stevens), the duo sing about how they charted the face of hip hop by infusing indigenous languages and slangs.

    “Street ti take over, Yeah, we know we would” rapped Ruggedman on the song. And in what seems like a prophesy, Ruggedman said the Nigerian music industry has blossomed beyond continental imagination.

    “Ruggedman and 9ice making history. You never saw this coming but it is here.”

    The song which has been enjoying massive downloads via the internet and airplay on radio was produced by KrizBeatz and mastered by Marqi.

    The two artistes had first collaborated on Ruggedman’s track, RuggedyBaba in 2009 in which Ruggedman rapped passionately on the essence of rapping and singing in pidgin English as well as in the various mother tongues.

    “From Nigeria, the world only know juju, fuji and afrobeats but we all know hip hop is running the streets,” Ruggedman had rapped on the track.

    “Wetin go make them know where your music dey come from in the long run na the fusion of music, grammar, slang and your mother tongue.”

    9ice, who had rocked the Nigerian hip hop scene with Gongo Aso had referred to Ruggedman as Opomulero which translated from Yoruba means ‘mainframe’ in English.

    And in 2010, Ruggedman and 9ice were engaged in a public feud when it was reported that 9ice accused Ruggedman of sleeping with 9ice’s ex-wife Toni Payne while they were still married.

    However, six years later, 9ice apologised to Ruggedman. And the two frontline Nigerian hip hop musicians with the release of the joint single seemed to have effectively put the past behind them