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  • Rema, Asake, Ayra Starr join Coke Studio

    Rema, Asake, Ayra Starr join Coke Studio

    The trio of Rema, Asake, and Ayra Starr have joined the Coke Studio alumni. The music stars were recently unveiled at a gala, which was held at Jewel Aeida Event Center, Lekki.

    The Marketing Director, Coca-Cola Nigeria, Yusuf Murtala, said the addition of the new powerhouse artists was a significant one to the Coke Studio ensemble.

    “This strategic move aims to push the boundaries of musical experiences globally. With Rema’s unique take on Afrobeat, rap, and R&B; Asake’s dominance in the Nigerian music scene, and Ayra Star’s celestial soundscapes, Coke Studio is set for a sonic surge,” Murtala said.

    “The collaboration”, he added, “symbolises the brand’s commitment to musical innovation and inviting music lovers worldwide to join Coke Studio on a groundbreaking musical journey.”

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    In a crescendo of anticipation, the evening climaxed with the revelation of the three new additions, accompanied by their colleagues Mayorkun and BNXN.

     “We intend to create a confluence of artists where they can synergise their innate talents to orchestrate something genuinely extraordinary. This ensemble promises an audio kaleidoscope of divergent musical genres and personalities perfectly prepped for groundbreaking collaborations and record-shattering hits,” Murtala stated.

  • I begged Olamide for two years before I got signed – Asake

    I begged Olamide for two years before I got signed – Asake

    Popular singer, Ahmed Ololade, widely known as Asake, has revealed how he begged his record label boss of YBNL, Olamide Baddo for two years before he eventually signed him into the label. 

    The ‘Lonely at the Top’ singer shared the story of how the rapper invited him to his house one day and offered him a spot on his record label. 

    Without hesitation, he accepted the offer. Although Olamide advised him to consult a lawyer and understand the contract, he was too excited and signed it immediately.

    Speaking in an interview with Hip TV, Asake said: “Before Olamide signed me, I’ve been begging Baddo since 2020 to sign me.

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    “One day, I got to his house, then he asked me… This part burst my head. This is how he signed me. He said, ‘How are you, Asake?’ I said I’m fine. And he asked me, ‘Would you like to join YBNL?’

    “You don’t understand, for somebody you look up to, somebody you respect, somebody you’ve been longing to see, to ask you that question. I told him that I’m ready. He said, ‘Go and think about it. Go and look for a lawyer.’ I said, ‘Baba, sign me now now now. I don’t want any lawyer. Because I love the YBNL family so much even from afar.”

    Asake signed to YBNL Nation in February 2022, shortly after, he released his debut extended play, Ololade, which featured his breakthrough song ‘Omo Ope’ featuring Olamide and the single ‘Sungba.’

  • Asake’s vocals inspired my ‘Water’ song creation – South Africa’s Tyla

    Asake’s vocals inspired my ‘Water’ song creation – South Africa’s Tyla

    South African singer, Tyla Laura Seethal, popularly known as Tyla, has gushed over the vocals and sound of Nigerian singer, Asake. 

    Tyla, in an interview with RollingStone, emphasised how she loves Asake’s choir vocals, while also admitting to have been inspired by it in the creation of her hit song ‘Water’.

    She said her song ‘Water’ was inspired by Amapiano from her home country, her childhood R&B influences and Nigeria’s Afrobeats.

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    She said: “Amapiano music is the core of it in my opinion. And just all of the influences from growing up like Rihanna and all the R&B girlies, R&B boys, pop girls. That type of influences I love bringing into my music.

    “Something I really love in Afrobeats music is when I hear those step vocals that sound like a choir, almost. And I really love the way Asake uses it. I just always love the way it sounds. So, with the chorus of my song ‘Water,’ I incorporated it. Obviously, people can’t stop singing, they can’t get it out of their minds, which I love.”

  • Humility a waste of time, says Asake

    Humility a waste of time, says Asake

    Popular indigenous singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has argued ego is being respected over humility.

    He recalled how some people once took him “for granted” because he was “too humble.”

    In a video making the rounds on social media, Asake, while chatting with a group of friends, stated that it is better to be egoistic than to be “too humble,” as he emphasised that excessive humility often brings disrespect.

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    Speaking from experience, Asake said that when someone is egoistic, people feel the person is inaccessible and place more value on the person.

    He said: “To me, humility is like a waste of time. People don’t appreciate it. At the end of the day, life is about your perception. That is how I think. It’s my world.

    “I’ve been around people, that I tried to let them say who I am but they didn’t appreciate it. As an artist, if you come to somewhere, if you’re humble, they will take you for granted. But if you have ego, they feel like you’re not accessible so they will like you more. People would rather see what you’re doing than you showing them humility. So, just do what you need to do.”

  • Asake, Ayra Starr, Davido emerge most streamed artists

    Asake, Ayra Starr, Davido emerge most streamed artists

    YBNL/Empire signee Ahmed Ololade aka Asake has emerged most streamed Nigerian artist for 2023 in a comprehensive overview as displayed by data accrued by streaming platform, Spotify.

     According to the 2023 Spotify Wrapped data, Nigerian music enthusiasts Asake earned the coveted title of most streamed artist in three different countries, Nigeria, Ghana, and Togo, where he captivated audiences same way Afrobeats’ international success skyrocketed making the genre the most exported genre of the year.

     Asake’s dominance continued in the Top 10 most streamed tracks, with three of his hits – Lonely At The Top, 2:30 and Amapiano making the cut. His reign extended to the Gen Z demographic, with Asake becoming the most streamed artist among Nigerian and Ghanaian Gen Z listeners. His song Lonely At The Top further cemented his popularity among Nigerian Gen Zs, topping the charts for their age group.

     In the same vein, Grammy nominee and Mavin signee Ayra Starr clinched the title of the most streamed female artist in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Mercy Chinwo, a Nigerian gospel artist also secured a spot among the top 10 most streamed female artists in Nigeria, underscoring the enduring popularity and influence of gospel music.

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     “Nigeria is a hotbed of musical talent, and we’re incredibly proud to showcase the diversity and passion of Nigerian music lovers through Wrapped,” said Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa. “This year’s Wrapped is a testament to the power of music to connect people and bring them closer to the culture and traditions of Nigeria.”

     Also making the lists of most streamed artists in Nigeria are Burna Boy, Davido, Seyi Vibez, Omah Lay, Bnxn, Rema,ODUMODUBLVCK, Olamide, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Tems, Rihanna,

     SZA, Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj, Doja Cat, and Libianca.

     For most streamed albums in Nigeria, Daviod’s Timeless took the lead while others followed. Other albums that made the list include Work of Art by Asake, Boy Alone by Omah Lay, EZIOKWU by ODUMODUBLVCK, I Told Them by Burna Boy, Rave & Roses Ultra by Rema,

     Mr. Money With The Vibe by Asake, Sincerely, Benson by Bnxn, ‘Love, Damini’ by Burna Boy, and Unruly by Olamide.

  • Asake bigger, better artist than Rema – Daniel Regha

    Asake bigger, better artist than Rema – Daniel Regha

    Controversial social media critic, Daniel Regha, asserts that Asake surpasses Mavin Records signee, Rema, as a more proficient artist.

    The unapologetic commentator argued that Asake exhibits superior lyrical prowess, despite that Rema enjoys more significant publicity, owing to the influence of his record label boss, Don Jazzy.

    He further claimed that 99 percent of Rema’s songs are “recycle lyrics”.

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    He, however, said his take was just an opinion, adding that no shade was intended.

    Regha wrote: “Asake is a bigger artist than Rema, but Rema gets better PR thanks to Don Jazzy’s influence & that of Mavin Records. Lyrically speaking Asake has more meaningful songs; Rema 99% of the time recycles lyrics. The only thing they have in common is that both are still upcomers, that’s all. No shades.”

    His criticism is coming on the heels of Rema selling out the 20,000-capacity London’s 02 Arena, joining Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and Asake as the only African artists to have sold out the world’s busiest music arena.

  • Grammy: Music Plugger hails Olamide, Asake

    Grammy: Music Plugger hails Olamide, Asake

    YBNL music plugger, Sheriff Olaitan has hailed Olamide and Asake for their Grammy Award nomination.

    Olaitan amplifies the chorus of excitement, recognizing this momentous achievement as a testament to the unwavering dedication and unparalleled musical artistry within the YBNL family.

    Olamide and his prodigy, Asake’s collaboration, ‘Amapiano’ got nominated in the Best African Music Performance category.

    This Grammy nods not only honours their individual brilliance but also underscores the collective commitment of YBNL to pushing boundaries and creating timeless musical experiences.

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    Olaitan: “In just two years of being in the industry, Asake is getting his first international nominations and this speaks more of grace and the fact that he understands the process of consistency; big congratulations to Olamide and Asake.”

    As the anticipation builds for the Grammy night, Olaitan invites the world to witness the magic unfold.

    The YBNL journey to the Grammys is more than a nomination; it’s a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the boundless possibilities of Nigerian music on the international stage.

  • I started music style before Asake, Seyi Vibez – Danny Young

    I started music style before Asake, Seyi Vibez – Danny Young

    Singer Ajibola Danladi, aka Danny Young, asserted his role as a pacesetter for young artists in the music industry.

    Danny Young made this declaration in a viral social media video while discussing Asake’s recent achievements with his friends.

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    He stated that he was the one who started the style of music Seyi Vibez and Asake now create.

    While acknowledging the global recognition of Nigerian music, he said: “But you know say na me start that music, the style, the lamba, the streets, tune. Anytime wey you dey hear that lamba, make you know say na me, no cap.”

  • Asake, Tyla my favourite African artists – Singer Tems

    Asake, Tyla my favourite African artists – Singer Tems

    Singer Temilade Openiyi aka Tems has named Asake and South African singer Tyla her favourite African artists at the moment.

    The Oscar-nominated diva spoke on the red carpet of the Time100 Next Gala in New York recently.

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    The interviewer asked: “Who are your favourite African artists right now?”

    Tems responded: “My favourite African artists right now are Asake and Tyla.”

    She was one of the Honorees at the 2023 Time100 Next event. She was named as a next-gen voice.

  • Kizz Daniel, Asake, Chike explain decision to join Glo ambassadors

    Kizz Daniel, Asake, Chike explain decision to join Glo ambassadors

    The three Afrobeats stars, Kizz Daniel, Asake, and Chike, who recently became  Glo ambassadors, have explained  on the reason behind inking the deals.

    Asake said joining other Glo ambassadors had been a childhood dream.

    “It’s a great feeling becoming a Glo ambassador. I remember when I was growing up and going to school on the Island, I would see the big billboards of Glo ambassadors and I would wonder when my time would come. I had longed for it and thank God the dream came through,” he said.

    Asake’s story is similar to Chike’s. Chike said he had always hoped that he got signed to Glo as an ambassador and “it’s a great feeling joining the long list of ambassadors.”

     He said: “You know when I got into the industry and things weren’t happening at that time, I would see all these big names on Glo and I would wonder when my time would come. On my way to signing the deal with Glo, I remembered all those times and smiled that God’s time is the right time. It’s a good feeling being an ambassador,” Chike said.

    Buga star Kizz Daniel believes Glo’s platform is an enviable height that most Nigerian entertainers strive to be on.

    For him joining the list of ambassadors comes with a feeling of delight and he hopes to make his impact felt with the brand.

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     At the signing of the three Afrobeats stars on September 29, Globacom noted that the announcement of the three brand ambassadors was part of its celebration of Glo’s 20th anniversary.

    A statement from Globacom further said it appointed the new ambassadors to project the power of youths and how much they could achieve with the right focus, passion and dedication that come from seeing others who have succeeded.

    “This is very much part of our tradition as we believe the strength of a nation lies in the ability and potentials of its youth. The engagement of these three stars as ambassadors is meant to project the best Nigerians as models for younger people who are tirelessly aspiring to succeed. This is more important in an era where positive heroes and mentors are scarce and hard to come by,” it said.