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  • Harp Music Nite lights up Aba, Port Harcourt, others

    Harp Music Nite lights up Aba, Port Harcourt, others

    LAST weekend, consumers and lovers of music were treated to a musical experience featuring live performances by Harp Premium Lager, from the stable of Guinness Nigeria Plc.

    The first edition of the Harp Music Nite, which held across the four cities of Port Harcourt, Aba, Enugu and Warri, featured performances from three of Nigeria’s most prominent artistes: Flavour, Ice Prince and Seyi Shay.

    Afro Hip-hop star, Flavour N’abania, left the atmosphere at Toscana Bar in Enugu and Sugarland Bar in Aba charged as he ensured the guests were thoroughly entertained with his unique brand of music.

    Also, Ice Prince and Seyi Shay pulled their weights, as they delivered their genres of music to the delight of the crowd at Lesukaa Bar in Port Harcourt and Laurel Bar in Warri, respectively.

    According to Paul Asemota, Marketing Manager, Lager, said: “Our consumers in other parts of the country should expect more of this kind of fun nights as Harp Music Nite will make a stop in other cities across the country to offer lots of fun and entertainment.”

    The Harp Music Nite, he said, served as an avenue to reach out to more consumers of the brand and treat them to great experiences. Exquisite bars across the four cities were packed with enthusiastic consumers of the triple-filtered lager beer, who were eager to watch their favourite artistes perform, while relaxing with their preferred beer.

  • Iyanya, Seyi Shay, others for Cupid Concert

    Iyanya, Seyi Shay, others for Cupid Concert

    COME February 20, all roads will literally lead to Lamibele Place, Asaba, Delta State, as the Cupid Concert makes its debut.

    According to the organisers, the show, which will feature top Nigerian music stars like Iyanya, Seyi Shay, Beejay Sax and other artistes, will celebrate values, culture and relationships.

    It will feature a fashion show, showcasing gorgeous attires from Delta State and bring together notable Delta State professionals in both the public and private sectors.

    According to the project director of Cupid Concert, Anne Omezi, the desire to promote the cultural values and enhance viable relationships is the main reason for the concert.

    “The Cupid Concert will offer a unique entertainment for all lovers of music and fashion. We will expect both individuals and corporate sponsors to take full advantage of the event to reach out to their various customers within the South-South region. We have also got confirmation from the Nigeria Police for the provision of security to ensure that the concert is hitch- free and fun-filled.”

    The Cupid Concert is supported by leading organizations in Nigeria, especially in the corporate and entertainment industry.

  • I wish I didn’t have tattoos –Singer Seyi Shay

    I wish I didn’t have tattoos –Singer Seyi Shay

    Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua, a.k.a. Seyi Shay, is one of the female artistes doing the Nigerian music industry proud. This beautiful and sexy songstress, in this interview with BABATUNDE SULAIMAN, talks about the main reason she relocated to Nigeria about two years ago after a successful career abroad and other interesting issues

    COULD you tell me about your growing up in the UK?

    For me, growing up was pretty humble. I grew up in the UK with my mum, who was a single parent. She had four of us and I am the youngest. It was a nice, warm and loving household.

    So, if you were raised by your mum alone, didn’t you miss the fatherly love?

    Yes, I did, as I grew older. But when I was young, I didn’t feel it because my mum provided for us very well. So, I didn’t really feel that my dad was not there.

    At what age did that realization dawn on you?

    It was when I was about 18 or 19 years old.

    Did you ask your mum any question about the breakup?

    Yes, I asked her and she told me it was just the normal break up in a relationship. By the time I was born, the relationship had broken up and she had moved back to Nigeria.

    So, have you reunited with your dad?

    Yes, I have, since I was 23.

    What did you miss, not having your dad around when you were growing up?

    I missed the advice from a man; I missed being treated like a princess or the daddy’s little girl. Besides, my mum had to work often because there was no dad around.

    I know you first showed evidence of a girl who has a talent for music when you were six years old. So, looking back now, how were you able to do that?

    Really, I was following my mum to her choir practice at the Celestial Church of Christ, UK on Saturdays at that time. I also used to sing with my neighbour, Mariah, who was my best friend at the time. Then, I used to sing a lot in the house and my mum used to allow me to sing in both my primary and secondary schools with the choir.

    Are you from an art-inclined background?

    My brother was a very successful club and radio DJ in London; my mum was a chorister; my sister used to compose songs for the BBC; my immediate brother was quite musical too and my dad is actually a pastor of a church, but I don’t think he has much musical talent.

    How old were you when you showed the world that you could sing

    It was 14 when I went on a tour with a choir called London Community Gospel Choir. The tour consisted of singing Christmas songs in 13 cities across Japan. It lasted three weeks and I enjoyed it so much that I came back to London and told my mum that I wanted to be a singer. Of course, my mum was not really happy about that initially. She wanted me to be a doctor or a lawyer. But she realised that my extra-curricular activities revolved around music; so, she enrolled me in music and drama classes. With her help, I went to the University of East London and obtained a degree in Music Business Management. And thanks to her again, I am still into music now. I now use my talent to earn a living, which is really good.

    What height did you really take your career to before you came back home?

    I was part of a British girl group called From Above, which was managed by Beyonce’s father. When he took us under his wings, he signed us up and took us to Houston, USA, where we lived. We were trained there on how to perform on stage technically, how to perform in the recording studio technically, how to give interviews and how to dress, speak and talk. He managed us for four years and it really helped. He put us on a reality show, Breaking From Above, for the MTV and that was a huge success because it was shown in over 166 countries around the world. We also went with his daughter, Beyonce, for her 2010 ‘I am the Beyonce’ tour. We opened the show for her every night across the UK and it was fantastic. We presented the award for the Best New Act to Bruno Mars at the time and it was a very beautiful experience because he is one of the biggest artistes in the world now. So, you can imagine what it means that I presented him with an award just three years ago.

    At what point did you begin to nurse the idea of coming to Nigeria to launch your career?

    Towards the end of my relationship with my girl group, I started to think of a plan B; and thank God, I had already met with Sound Sultan by that time. Also, I had already done backing vocals for Tuface Idibia in Ukraine when he was on his Europe tour; so, I was already quite connected with the Nigerian music. Sound Sultan advised me to come to Nigeria and give it a try. So, I took his advice, came to Nigeria and met with Deola Art Alade of Soul MusiK Productions who took me under her wings and I also met with Cecil Hammond of Flytime Entertainment who also took me under his wings. They just helped me craft and guide my artistry as a Nigerian artiste.

    So, what were your fears when you were coming?

    Really, I had many fears. One of the fears was that my mum had passed away in 2006; so, I felt that I was going to Nigeria to live more or less alone. This was because I knew that the relationship with my dad was not strong enough for me to say that I was going to live with him in his house. Though I could (and can), I just didn’t want to. I wanted to show the world that my mum raised me well and that I would be able to stand on my own. Of course, I have a family in Nigeria. So, that fear was about living alone in Nigeria. The second fear was maybe I would not be accepted as an authentic Nigerian girl trying to do Nigerian music. My other fear was that I just won’t generally make it because I wasn’t singing the right music.

    Did you say you were not singing the right music?

    No, I said one of my fears was that I would come to Nigeria and not be singing the right music. I was scared that I was going to come to Nigeria and sing a type of music that wouldn’t be understood by the Nigerian people.

    So, was that the experience when you eventually came home?

    When I came to Nigeria, I got on with a very good team. I teamed up with Del B, who is a producer for Kcee, and Harrysong, who is a song writer for Kcee; so, we started making music. With their help, I was able to relate to music lovers by singing the right kind of songs like Loving your way, Irawo and Killing me softly featuring Timaya.

    How far or close are you to your dreams when you were coming home?

    I don’t try to look into the future because I believe that only God can see our future; I am not clairvoyant. I prayed before I came to Nigeria that God should guide me and make me successful. So, everything that has happened in the past two years has been to God’s glory. This has made me to be very happy because I am doing what I love. Of course, I want more exposure and more success.

    So, how do you feel knowing that you have gained some recognition in this short time?

    I feel very, very blessed and happy that people know who I am. I, however, know that there are those who know my name, but don’t know what I look like..

    If you were to write about your experience in 2013 in a book, how would you describe it?

    In January, 2013, Seyi Shay began to perform alongside international and national artistes like Tuface, Wizkid, Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige. I have continued to push my songs, Loving your way and Irawo. The video of Irawo was released in mid 2013 and it got some rave reviews. I signed endorsements with Etisalat, Harp and Solo Phones. So, I would say 2013 was the beginning.

    How did you clinch the Etisalat endorsement?

    I heard that Etisalat was looking for me. For some time, they were considering me, but weren’t sure until I performed with Sir Shina Peters at the Etisalat Cloud 9 event in Lagos. I performed for 45 minutes on stage with a live band and I apparently wowed the crowd. Later, some Etisalat officials came to me after the show and said they wanted to sign me on.

    How much does the deal worth?

    I can’t tell you because it is in my contract with them alone. But there is a lot of rumours making the rounds. I have heard some people say N20million, some say N50million and different kinds of millions.

    What are you doing to build your brand?

    We are looking closely at my image i.e. my hair, clothing, the kind of music I am singing and the kind of publications we do. We are also keeping the brand tight by making sure that everybody in the team has a role to play and go out to do it.

    What are the challenges you are facing given that you are operating in a male-dominated industry?

    I am in my own lane really; so, I don’t look either to the left or right. I don’t look at anybody as a competitor per se because I don’t feel that it is good to compete with people that are in the same house as you; so, everybody should just encourage each other. The males have more luck in this industry. But I think that will soon change. If the females continue to drop good videos and do better music, you will start to see that the females are almost on the same line as the males. This is because I heard someone say on the radio sometimes ago that women actually speak more sense in their music than the guys do. That might be true and I think the public will soon begin to realise that and support us more.

    But a popular pop musician once said that Nigerian female singers are not deep and that all they have to sell to the world is sex!

    Well, at the end of the day, sex sells! The truth is, if you really like music, you will know the female artistes that have good music and those who don’t have.

    I read one of your interviews, where you said that love has not been fair to you. But did you actually say that?

    I didn’t say that. Yes, I read it too. It is very possible that I could have said something along that line and they misquoted me.

    Okay, Seyi Shay, has love been fair to you or not?

    I have not been fair to love and you can quote me on that

    How?

    It is because I have always put my career before my relationship with any man. But it is now time for me to let love in and give love a chance.

    How do you achieve that?

    By spending time with my other half, getting married and having kids when the time is right.

    Are you in a relationship at the moment?

    Yes.

    Okay, tell me about the lucky guy who has stolen your heart.

    I can’t disclose that because I need to protect his privacy.

    What do you love most about him?

    It is his drive, his heart and his ability to be strong and honest.

    How is he different from the other guys you have been in relationships with?

    I haven’t had many relationships. I have only had two: when I was in the university and now.

    How is he better than your last man?

    He understands me more; he has respect for me and he can handle my career.

    But a lot of men can’t handle women who are constantly in the public glare. So, how is he coping?

    Yes, you are right. He is doing well and that is why I like him very much.

    Is he also in the entertainment industry?

    Maybe; maybe not.

    You have to make it clear because that is what often gives birth to rumours. For instance, it is being rumoured that you are in a relationship with Vector, following what happened at the last Felabration, where he kissed you.

    Well, it is not Vector I am talking about and I will not disclose who the person is because I have not discussed with him if it is okay for me to mention his name yet. I want people to focus on Seyi Shay as an artiste and an ambassador of the Nigerian music to the rest of the world.

    Are you also into tattoo because I can see one in your arm?

    Yes, I have two, but I am not a tattoo freak. I did it when I was in London. But now, I wish I didn’t do them and I won’t advise anybody to do it.

    Why?

    It is just because for you to take them off, it is going to cause a lot of money and it is going to be hurt.

    When you were doing it, what were you thinking about?

    I wanted to be cool, fresh and …

    Now, you regret doing that?

    I don’t regret it sa, but I just wish I didn’t do it.

    Would you say it has been worth the while coming to Nigeria?

    Yes, I think moving to Nigeria to pursue music was one of the best moves I have made. Though I had a lot of grand experiences internationally, I am having better exposure in Africa and I am being appreciated more in Africa at the moment. It is more about talent in Africa; but internationally, it is more about the pretentious and fake things, which doesn’t make you to have any substance. So, I would rather be in a continent, where I can actually be an ambassador and a revolutionist.

    How has it been since you signed on to J-management?

    No, J-management is my partner. They are director and I am as well the director of my brand. They are very good so much that I also hired them to manage my brand. They are brand managers and my partners. It is a very unusual arrangement, but we understand one another.

    What part of your body do you consider the sexiest?

    My legs!

    What about them?

    They are long! Though some people have abused them, I like them. When I go to the gym, I always focus on my legs. I don’t focus on my stomach or arms, but my legs because they need to be strong for the dancing I do on stage.

  • I wish I didn’t have tattoos –Singer Seyi Shay

    I wish I didn’t have tattoos –Singer Seyi Shay

    Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua, a.k.a. Seyi Shay, is one of the female artistes doing the Nigerian music industry proud. This beautiful and sexy songstress, in this interview with BABATUNDE SULAIMAN, talks about the main reason she relocated to Nigeria about two years ago after a successful career abroad and other interesting issues

    COULD you tell me about your growing up in the UK?

    For me, growing up was pretty humble. I grew up in the UK with my mum, who was a single parent. She had four of us and I am the youngest. It was a nice, warm and loving household.

    So, if you were raised by your mum alone, didn’t you miss the fatherly love?

    Yes, I did, as I grew older. But when I was young, I didn’t feel it because my mum provided for us very well. So, I didn’t really feel that my dad was not there.

    At what age did that realization dawn on you?

    It was when I was about 18 or 19 years old.

    Did you ask your mum any question about the breakup?

    Yes, I asked her and she told me it was just the normal break up in a relationship. By the time I was born, the relationship had broken up and she had moved back to Nigeria.

    So, have you reunited with your dad?

    Yes, I have, since I was 23.

    What did you miss, not having your dad around when you were growing up?

    I missed the advice from a man; I missed being treated like a princess or the daddy’s little girl. Besides, my mum had to work often because there was no dad around.

    I know you first showed evidence of a girl who has a talent for music when you were six years old. So, looking back now, how were you able to do that?

    Really, I was following my mum to her choir practice at the Celestial Church of Christ, UK on Saturdays at that time. I also used to sing with my neighbour, Mariah, who was my best friend at the time. Then, I used to sing a lot in the house and my mum used to allow me to sing in both my primary and secondary schools with the choir.

    Are you from an art-inclined background?

    My brother was a very successful club and radio DJ in London; my mum was a chorister; my sister used to compose songs for the BBC; my immediate brother was quite musical too and my dad is actually a pastor of a church, but I don’t think he has much musical talent.

    How old were you when you showed the world that you could sing

    It was 14 when I went on a tour with a choir called London Community Gospel Choir. The tour consisted of singing Christmas songs in 13 cities across Japan. It lasted three weeks and I enjoyed it so much that I came back to London and told my mum that I wanted to be a singer. Of course, my mum was not really happy about that initially. She wanted me to be a doctor or a lawyer. But she realised that my extra-curricular activities revolved around music; so, she enrolled me in music and drama classes. With her help, I went to the University of East London and obtained a degree in Music Business Management. And thanks to her again, I am still into music now. I now use my talent to earn a living, which is really good.

    What height did you really take your career to before you came back home?

    I was part of a British girl group called From Above, which was managed by Beyonce’s father. When he took us under his wings, he signed us up and took us to Houston, USA, where we lived. We were trained there on how to perform on stage technically, how to perform in the recording studio technically, how to give interviews and how to dress, speak and talk. He managed us for four years and it really helped. He put us on a reality show, Breaking From Above, for the MTV and that was a huge success because it was shown in over 166 countries around the world. We also went with his daughter, Beyonce, for her 2010 ‘I am the Beyonce’ tour. We opened the show for her every night across the UK and it was fantastic. We presented the award for the Best New Act to Bruno Mars at the time and it was a very beautiful experience because he is one of the biggest artistes in the world now. So, you can imagine what it means that I presented him with an award just three years ago.

    At what point did you begin to nurse the idea of coming to Nigeria to launch your career?

    Towards the end of my relationship with my girl group, I started to think of a plan B; and thank God, I had already met with Sound Sultan by that time. Also, I had already done backing vocals for Tuface Idibia in Ukraine when he was on his Europe tour; so, I was already quite connected with the Nigerian music. Sound Sultan advised me to come to Nigeria and give it a try. So, I took his advice, came to Nigeria and met with Deola Art Alade of Soul MusiK Productions who took me under her wings and I also met with Cecil Hammond of Flytime Entertainment who also took me under his wings. They just helped me craft and guide my artistry as a Nigerian artiste.

    So, what were your fears when you were coming?

    Really, I had many fears. One of the fears was that my mum had passed away in 2006; so, I felt that I was going to Nigeria to live more or less alone. This was because I knew that the relationship with my dad was not strong enough for me to say that I was going to live with him in his house. Though I could (and can), I just didn’t want to. I wanted to show the world that my mum raised me well and that I would be able to stand on my own. Of course, I have a family in Nigeria. So, that fear was about living alone in Nigeria. The second fear was maybe I would not be accepted as an authentic Nigerian girl trying to do Nigerian music. My other fear was that I just won’t generally make it because I wasn’t singing the right music.

    Did you say you were not singing the right music?

    No, I said one of my fears was that I would come to Nigeria and not be singing the right music. I was scared that I was going to come to Nigeria and sing a type of music that wouldn’t be understood by the Nigerian people.

    So, was that the experience when you eventually came home?

    When I came to Nigeria, I got on with a very good team. I teamed up with Del B, who is a producer for Kcee, and Harrysong, who is a song writer for Kcee; so, we started making music. With their help, I was able to relate to music lovers by singing the right kind of songs like Loving your way, Irawo and Killing me softly featuring Timaya.

    How far or close are you to your dreams when you were coming home?

    I don’t try to look into the future because I believe that only God can see our future; I am not clairvoyant. I prayed before I came to Nigeria that God should guide me and make me successful. So, everything that has happened in the past two years has been to God’s glory. This has made me to be very happy because I am doing what I love. Of course, I want more exposure and more success.

    So, how do you feel knowing that you have gained some recognition in this short time?

    I feel very, very blessed and happy that people know who I am. I, however, know that there are those who know my name, but don’t know what I look like..

    If you were to write about your experience in 2013 in a book, how would you describe it?

    In January, 2013, Seyi Shay began to perform alongside international and national artistes like Tuface, Wizkid, Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige. I have continued to push my songs, Loving your way and Irawo. The video of Irawo was released in mid 2013 and it got some rave reviews. I signed endorsements with Etisalat, Harp and Solo Phones. So, I would say 2013 was the beginning.

    How did you clinch the Etisalat endorsement?

    I heard that Etisalat was looking for me. For some time, they were considering me, but weren’t sure until I performed with Sir Shina Peters at the Etisalat Cloud 9 event in Lagos. I performed for 45 minutes on stage with a live band and I apparently wowed the crowd. Later, some Etisalat officials came to me after the show and said they wanted to sign me on.

    How much does the deal worth?

    I can’t tell you because it is in my contract with them alone. But there is a lot of rumours making the rounds. I have heard some people say N20million, some say N50million and different kinds of millions.

    What are you doing to build your brand?

    We are looking closely at my image i.e. my hair, clothing, the kind of music I am singing and the kind of publications we do. We are also keeping the brand tight by making sure that everybody in the team has a role to play and go out to do it.

    What are the challenges you are facing given that you are operating in a male-dominated industry?

    I am in my own lane really; so, I don’t look either to the left or right. I don’t look at anybody as a competitor per se because I don’t feel that it is good to compete with people that are in the same house as you; so, everybody should just encourage each other. The males have more luck in this industry. But I think that will soon change. If the females continue to drop good videos and do better music, you will start to see that the females are almost on the same line as the males. This is because I heard someone say on the radio sometimes ago that women actually speak more sense in their music than the guys do. That might be true and I think the public will soon begin to realise that and support us more.

    But a popular pop musician once said that Nigerian female singers are not deep and that all they have to sell to the world is sex!

    Well, at the end of the day, sex sells! The truth is, if you really like music, you will know the female artistes that have good music and those who don’t have.

    I read one of your interviews, where you said that love has not been fair to you. But did you actually say that?

    I didn’t say that. Yes, I read it too. It is very possible that I could have said something along that line and they misquoted me.

    Okay, Seyi Shay, has love been fair to you or not?

    I have not been fair to love and you can quote me on that

    How?

    It is because I have always put my career before my relationship with any man. But it is now time for me to let love in and give love a chance.

    How do you achieve that?

    By spending time with my other half, getting married and having kids when the time is right.

    Are you in a relationship at the moment?

    Yes.

    Okay, tell me about the lucky guy who has stolen your heart.

    I can’t disclose that because I need to protect his privacy.

    What do you love most about him?

    It is his drive, his heart and his ability to be strong and honest.

    How is he different from the other guys you have been in relationships with?

    I haven’t had many relationships. I have only had two: when I was in the university and now.

    How is he better than your last man?

    He understands me more; he has respect for me and he can handle my career.

    But a lot of men can’t handle women who are constantly in the public glare. So, how is he coping?

    Yes, you are right. He is doing well and that is why I like him very much.

    Is he also in the entertainment industry?

    Maybe; maybe not.

    You have to make it clear because that is what often gives birth to rumours. For instance, it is being rumoured that you are in a relationship with Vector, following what happened at the last Felabration, where he kissed you.

    Well, it is not Vector I am talking about and I will not disclose who the person is because I have not discussed with him if it is okay for me to mention his name yet. I want people to focus on Seyi Shay as an artiste and an ambassador of the Nigerian music to the rest of the world.

    Are you also into tattoo because I can see one in your arm?

    Yes, I have two, but I am not a tattoo freak. I did it when I was in London. But now, I wish I didn’t do them and I won’t advise anybody to do it.

    Why?

    It is just because for you to take them off, it is going to cause a lot of money and it is going to be hurt.

    When you were doing it, what were you thinking about?

    I wanted to be cool, fresh and …

    Now, you regret doing that?

    I don’t regret it sa, but I just wish I didn’t do it.

    Would you say it has been worth the while coming to Nigeria?

    Yes, I think moving to Nigeria to pursue music was one of the best moves I have made. Though I had a lot of grand experiences internationally, I am having better exposure in Africa and I am being appreciated more in Africa at the moment. It is more about talent in Africa; but internationally, it is more about the pretentious and fake things, which doesn’t make you to have any substance. So, I would rather be in a continent, where I can actually be an ambassador and a revolutionist.

    How has it been since you signed on to J-management?

    No, J-management is my partner. They are director and I am as well the director of my brand. They are very good so much that I also hired them to manage my brand. They are brand managers and my partners. It is a very unusual arrangement, but we understand one another.

    What part of your body do you consider the sexiest?

    My legs!

    What about them?

    They are long! Though some people have abused them, I like them. When I go to the gym, I always focus on my legs. I don’t focus on my stomach or arms, but my legs because they need to be strong for the dancing I do on stage.

  • Seyi Shay makes first appearance on Hennessy Artistry Club Tour

    Seyi Shay makes first appearance on Hennessy Artistry Club Tour

    SOUL diva, Seyi Shay, was, at the weekend, a new clubbing experience in the ongoing Hennessy Artistry Club Tour, performing her hit tracks, Irawo, Loving you, Killing me softly as well as a new track off her forthcoming album.

    The singer’s impression was complimented by Olamide’s who also surprised Phyno on stage at the event, which held at Rhapsody’s Lounge in Victoria Island and Road Runners Nightclub in Yaba simultaneously.

    Both venues were filled to capacity with euphoria and anticipation as music lovers partied to an amazing blend of urbane music from popular disc jockey, DJ Xclusive.

    SDC also gave a pulsating performance blending their hit singles, Farabale, Feel Alright making guestssing along and scream with excitement.

    Voice of the streets, and self acclaimed Baddoo, Olamide took the place of Hennessy Artistry headliner who was unable to attend the event due to his delayed flight from London.

    Olamide brought the roof down with his mind-blowing performance. He later moved down to Road Runners Nightclub to surprise Man of the Year, Phyno as well as guests in attendance.

    Phyno who had already started thrilling fans with hit song, Man of the Year got a shocker when he started performingGhost Modeas Olamide stormed the stage to perform the track with him driving guests wild. Olamide later performed Durosoke before leaving the stage.

    Sean Tizzle and Kay Switch also delivered energetic performances thrilling fans with some of their hit songs.

    Notable faces at the Rhapsody’s Lounge in VI include Iyanya, Toolz, Toke Makinwa, TolaOdunsi, AY, DJ Neptune, Koch, Fadeamong others.

  • Bez, others shine in Three Days of Bliss

    IN putting together a grand opening for Ibis Hotel Ikeja, Emem Ema’s led One Management team came up with an entertainment concept tagged Three Days of Bliss. The event which held at the hotel last week had Lagos Deputy Governor, Princess Orelope Adefulire in attendance among other dignitaries.

    Emem said the objective was to skillfully showcase what the new facility, owned by Otunba Femi Okenla of HDV Ltd, had to offer for would be guests.

    The first day of the official opening took the form of a music concert; featuring Iyanya, LKT, Sean Tizzle, Provabs, Seyi-Shay, Lezlee and Turburna.

    On the next day, guests were treated to an exclusive premiere of Moses Inwang’s new movie, Torn. The flick features Iretiola Doyle, Monalisa Chinda, Joseph Benjamin and Bimbo Manuel. In attendance were cast members of the film including, Ufuoma Ejenobor, Bimbo Akintola and producer Charles Novia.

    The grand finale witnessed a poolside live music affair tagged All That Jazz. The show had a selection of jazz and jazz related musicians providing top class entertainment. Among the performers at the three-day event, hosted by comedian Tee-A were Bez, Jojo Body Beats, Dapo Dina, Yhumie Sax and Ebisan.

  • It’s Seyi Shay for BBA eviction party

    It’s Seyi Shay for BBA eviction party

    SHOWCASING her talent in the eviction party this Sunday is none other than London born Nigerian artiste, Deborah Oluwa-Seyi Joshua aka Seyi Shay. To her credit, she’s toured with P.Diddy and Beyonce, collaborated with Justin Timberlake and 2Face Idibia.

    As an artiste, Shay got her break with the London Community Choir and hasn’t looked back, performing around the world and collaborating with some of the hottest artists in the world. She signed her first record deal in 2005, wrote and produced three songs for the Konami Game soundtrack, Crime Life. She also wrote You Will See for Mel C; all these, aged just 18.

    Shortly afterwards, she auditioned for British Pop/R&B group From Above, winning the role of lead singer. Their debut album, Breaking From Above, lent its name to their MTV reality show, which was broadcast in more than 166 countries around the world. The band supported Beyonce on her “I Am” UK tour in 2009/10 and 2011 and presented an MTV EMA Music Award to Bruno Mars.

    In the same year, Seyi wrote White Lies for international selling rapper, Chipmunk and has since toured with the likes of P. Diddy and Beyoncé in the UK and written for and worked with a number of industry heavy weights like Justin Timberlake, Brian Michael Cox, 2Face Idibia, Bilal, Chipmunk, Rob Knoxx, Rob A, Harmony and Cameron Wallace.

    The artiste says she is set to working her musical magic on stage this Sunday on Big Brother: The Chase.