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February 10, 2018

Photoshop of President Obama joining the 'Beard Gang' is breaking the internet

A few hours ago, TheShadeRoom did a creative post by photoshoping beards on some famous men that are known to have a clean shave and this photo of President Obama became an instant hit!

Not long after, the hashtag #ObamaBeard became a trending topic on social media and yes, the image is photoshoped, Obama still maintains his clean shave.

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February 10, 2018

IYANYA REVEALS WHY HE LEFT MAVIN RECORDS FOR A NEW RECORD LABEL

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Kurekere singer, Iyanya reveals why he left Mavin record, saying there was no big drama behind it, but he felt it was time to leave.

The artiste disclosed this in a morning interview with Beat Fm. He further disclosed that he has joined a newly formed label, Temple Music which represents other artistes like 9ice, Dj Jimmy Jatt, Jeff Akoh and among others.

Iyanya said, “I’m now signed to Temple Music but I’m a Mavin for life. It was not a beef. I was there and it was time to move on.”

He further explained why he changed his sound, giving credit to Don Jazzy for helping him with that. He said, “I like to try new sounds, working with different producers, writers. The fanbase has grown; I have fans here and abroad.

Some people like the new sound but some people are stuck in the old sound. Shout out to Don Jazzy. He influenced my new sound.”

Source: Naijaloaded

February 10, 2018

FINALLY NIGERIAN BILLIONAIRE, FEMI OTEDOLA JOINS INSTAGRAM

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After many years off social media and refusing to use smartphones, Nigerian billionaire and oil magnate, Femi Otedola has joined Instagram.

He shared his first post moments ago with the caption, ‘to wad away fake accounts, I have started my own genuine Instagram’.

To wad away fake accounts, I have started my own genuine Instagram ✔️... F.Ote💲

A post shared by Femi Ote💲 (@femiotedola) on Feb 9, 2018 at 9:12am PST

February 10, 2018

MALEEK BERRY “IF YOU WANT TO MEET FINE GIRLS, COME TO MY SHOW”

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British born Nigerian singer Maleek Berry has announced that if you’re looking for the finest girls in the city, his show is that one place to come to.

This revelation was made during his interview on BeatFM where the singer stated that if there is one thing that cannot lack in his show is beautiful girls and that is due to his kind of song rather than his looks as some people might assume… who are these people? Him! According to him, these beautiful ladies are attracted to his shows because of how relatable the songs are to them and their situations.

This is no joke as we have seen all dem beautiful ladies in every of Maleek Berry’sshow, not just shutting it up but vibing with him as he performs.

2018 is looking great for Maleek Berry who had great entrance into the year at the Soundcity MVP Awards where he won Best Act and Best Pop.

Source: Naijaloaded

February 10, 2018

JOHN DRILLE: HOW I WAS DISCOVERED BY DON JAZZY

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Mavin Record label’s artiste and Don Jazzy’s protégé, John Drille lands on the music scene with a peculiar folk sound.

Unperturbed by the recent clichè offerings of his peers in music, he creates a comfortable niche for himself through his style of music.

Recently, Drille headlined the Make Music Lagos Festival in celebration of World Music Day alongside juju maestro, King Sunny Ade, Omawummi and Bez.

Here, the University of Benin graduate talks about his music, influences, aspirations and inevitable challenges of being a musician.

When did you discover music, or did it discover you?

I like to think music discovered me. I was very little when I joined the children’s choir in my local church. My sister and I would always sing at night under the moonlight. Those were my earliest music memories. I pretty much grew up around musical instruments and they helped shape me to become a musician.

What does music in its entirety mean to you?

Beyond my day job, it’s almost everything to me. It’s almost like a life mission, to achieve more and more. It is love, it is passion, it is food, it is beauty, and it’s a lot of things to me.

Getting a record label isn’t a piece of cake; can you relay the journey leading to being signed on the Mavin platform?

I have been independent for a long time and atimes things were hard because I had to get everything by myself. My first contact with Mavin Records was with Don Jazzy in February 2015 when I dropped my cover of Di’ja’s song, ‘Awww’.

He followed me on Twitter and told me he liked it and would love to hear more. We kept in contact over time and then he was silent for very long period.

At some point, he was really silent and I figured maybe I shouldn’t hope too much and that I should just keep pushing myself, and everything.

Then, sometime in August of 2016, I got a message on Twitter from Don Jazzy asking me if I was in Lagos at the moment, and thankfully I was.

He invited me over to his office and let me know he wanted me to join Mavin Records. In March 2017, I was officially announced as a Mavin Records’ artiste.

Johnny Drille and the Mavin’s crew, has that always been your dream?

It had in fact been a dream for me and I’m glad it came true. I hope to fill up a stadium someday.

What does it feel like working on the same label with the likes of Tiwa Savage?

It feels great actually. The good thing is that everyone that I have met at the label is outstandingly established act, and it is some sort of motivation for me to aspire to achieve what they have achieved.

It won’t come easy but I will try my best. It is like family over there, and you’ll be surprised how closely knit the tie is. Everyone is directly and indirectly a part of the other person’s journey at the label.

Do you work directly with Don Jazzy?

Yes. We all work directly with Don Jazzy. He is a very busy person but he still makes out time for everyone.

What’s working with him like?

He just keeps going and going almost like he is never going to get tired. Before we had extra producers, Don Jazzy was the only producer who did all the work. He’s an all round great person and if you ever get to meet him, you will know for certain.

Your creative direction is focused on folk music. Why folk music?

At some point, I was really looking for recognition in the music industry. The Nigerian music industry was quite saturated and one had to work extra hard in order to get noticed.

I found the music of Owl City, then Mumford And Sons and sort of figured that if I could merge these kinds of styles with African elements and Pidgin English, and see how it turned out.

Apparently, it turned out well, if not, I wouldn’t be here today.

Do you feel the folk music genre is one that would thrive commercially especially in a climate where Afro-pop offerings from Wizkid and Davido have claimed mainstream dominance?

I believe that every kind of music has got its own audience and that it is just a matter of finding them. Afro-pop is our sound and we can’t deny that, but at the same time, for an industry to grow and mature, it needs to give other genres of music a chance to shine. I’m really excited for my kind of music because it is gradually happening.

What challenges do you face as an up and coming act?

When I wasn’t signed to a label, things were a bit difficult, but since I joined Mavin, it’s been a much smoother ride.

Any plans for an album?

Absolutely. I hope to put out a body of work soon.

When is it due for a release?

We don’t have a release date yet, but when we do, I’ll make sure I communicate it.

Do you play any instruments?

Yes, I do play a bit of the guitar; I also play the piano.

What did your parents think about you pursuing a career in music?

Initially, like most parents they were concerned that it wasn’t something I should do as a career, but overtime they have had more faith and given me their full support.

You are young and certainly must attract a lot of female fans, how do you deal with the attention?

I don’t really have an issue dealing with female fans. I try to engage them as much as I can, so I don’t get a lot of those issues. I’m glad that people feel a connection with me beside just my music.

Source: Naijaloaded

February 10, 2018

MAVIN SINGER, REEKADO BANKS RETURNS TO UNILAG

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Mavin Records artiste, Reekado Banks graduated from the University of Lagos in 2015, he studied History and Strategic Studies in the prestigious institution.

Reekado Banks has however returned to the University of Lagos but not as a student, he joined other artistes who performed at the UNILAG’s Cool Breeze Party.

Apart from his performance, he recalled his experience in the school, saying that he started from nothing.