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Friday, May 17, 2013

HIT THE 'ROAD TO BRAVITUDE' BY BUTTONS COUTURE



As premium fashion-art label Buttons Couture prepares to launch its 2013 collection titled Bravitude, the fashion industry and fashion lovers everywhere will be treated to a peek into the process behind the launch through a docu-series tagged ‘Road to Bravitude’. 

The series chronicles the journey to the creation of Bravitude collection, giving us a glimpse into spirit and process that embodies the unconventionality of the Bravitude brand, while showcasing milestones such as the fittings with the collection’s celebrity ambassadors such as hip-hop royalty Ice Prince, Superstar DJ Xclusive, and R&B heartthrob Dipp among a host of other superstars. 

The first episode of the Road to Bravitude series takes us through the fitting process for Ice Prince’s ensemble piece, showing us the combination style and disregard for convention that Bravitude stands for.

Following the past few weeks of achievements which has seen the Bravitude cross over into the Urban Dictionary, as well as the massive social media ruckus from the various definitions of the Bravitude which garnered over 20,000 impressions Top trending Topic Nationwide on twitter for Weeks, the Bravitude name is no longer simply a title for the collection, but has become a term which describes the essence of strength, youth, style, and creativity. 

The Road to Bravitude takes us through an amazing journey in order to share and witness in the rare experience behind the birth of the most creative and exciting collection that the Nigerian fashion industry has encountered in a very long time. Stick with us on Road to unveiling Bravitude The 2013 Collection.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

KUPA VICTORY, TO DROP NEW SINGLE "DO ME RIGHT" FEATURING BANKY W AND COBHAMS IN JUNE



Returnee Dancehall star, Kupa Victory is further solidifying his come-back with a new song titled "Do Me Right". The song which will hit airwaves on June 1, 2013 was produced by the very gifted Cobhams and features E.M.E boss, Banky W.

The song “Do Me Right” was originally done by the late 70s/80s band – Dynasty, but fans will have a full dose of Kupa and Banky’s version in a few weeks to come. It will be one of the tracks off Kupa’s forth coming album entitled, ‘LIFE IS A MOVIE’.

Kupa has also unveiled a 3-month promotion plan (Starting from May 16) to keep his fans informed about his next moves. According to him, “I thought to unveil my plans so fans can know what I am up to and it’s my way to appreciate the amazing response I got for my come-back single, “Ijo Wa” (featuring Henry Knight).

From Thursday, May 16 - 23, Kupa will commence his promotional tour to Port Harcourt, Calabar and Abuja. While at it, he’ll be visiting TV stations, Radio and Night Clubs with his team to personally interact and party with his fans and music lovers.

Kupa Victory’s new song with Banky W will be released on June 1. The spread of this single will run through the month of June to his Birthday, July 4 (America’s Independence). Even though he’s keeping it on the low, words reaching us, says he will be marking his birthday at Ember Creek, Ikoyi – Lagos with fans and friends on Friday, July 5.

According to his, management, more details about Kupa Victory will be released as time goes on.

THE NOMINEES FOR BET AWARDS 2013 ARE...



BEST FEMALE R&B/POP ARTIST
Beyoncé
Tamar Braxton
Alicia Keys
Rihanna
Elle Varner

BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST
Chris Brown
Bruno Mars
Miguel
Justin Timberlake
Usher

BEST GROUP
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Mary Mary
Mindless Behavior
Slaughterhouse
The Throne (Kanye West and Jay-Z)

BEST COLLABORATION
2 Chainz (featuring Drake) - "No Lie"
A$AP Rocky (featuring Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar) - "F---in' Problems"
French Montana (featuring Rick Ross, Drake and Lil Wayne) - "Pop That"
Kendrick Lamar (featuring Drake) - "Poetic Justice"
Justin Timberlake (featuring Jay-Z) - "Suit & Tie"
Kanye West (featuring Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz) - "Mercy"

BEST MALE HIP HOP ARTIST
2 Chainz
A$AP Rocky
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar

BEST FEMALE HIP HOP ARTIST
Azealia Banks
Eve
Nicki Minaj
Rasheeda
Rye Rye

VIDEO OF THE YEAR
2 Chainz (featuring Drake) - "No Lie"
A$AP Rocky (featuring Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar) - "F---in' Problems"
Drake - "Started From the Bottom"
Drake (featuring Lil Wayne) - "HYFR"
Kendrick Lamar (featuring Drake) - "Poetic Justice"
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (featuring Wanz) - "Thrift Shop"
Miguel - "Adorn"
Rihanna - "Diamonds"
Justin Timberlake (featuring Jay-Z) - "Suit & Tie"
Kanye West (featuring Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz) - "Mercy"

VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
A$AP Rocky and Sam Lecca
Benny Boom
Director X
Dre Films
Hype Williams

BEST NEW ARTIST
Azealia Banks
Joey Bada$$
Kendrick Lamar
Trinidad Jame$
The Weeknd

BEST GOSPEL ARTIST
Deitrick Haddon
Lecrae
Tamela Mann
Mary Mary
Marvin Sapp

BEST ACTRESS
Angela Bassett
Halle Berry
Taraji P. Henson
Gabrielle Union
Kerry Washington

BEST ACTOR
Don Cheadle
Common
Jamie Foxx
Samuel L. Jackson
Denzel Washington

YOUNGSTARS AWARD
Gabrielle Douglas
Jacob Latimore
Keke Palmer
Jaden Smith
Quvenzhané Wallis

BEST MOVIE
"Beasts of the Southern Wild"
"Django Unchained"
"Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap"
"Sparkle"
"Think Like a Man"

SUBWAY SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
Gabrielle Douglas
Brittney Griner
Candace Parker
Serena Williams
Venus Williams

SUBWAY SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR
Victor Cruz
Kevin Durant
Robert Griffin III
LeBron James
Ray Lewis

COCA-COLA VIEWERS' CHOICE AWARD
A$AP Rocky (featuring Drake, 2 Chainz and Kendrick Lamar) - "F---in' Problems"
Drake - "Started From the Bottom"
Kendrick Lamar - "Swimming Pools (Drank)"
Miguel - "Adorn"
Rihanna - "Diamonds"
Justin Timberlake (featuring Jay-Z) - "Suit & Tie"

CENTRIC AWARD
Tamar Braxton - "Love and War"
Fantasia - "Lose to Win"
Miguel - "Adorn"
Nas - "Daughters"
Charlie Wilson - "My Love Is All I Have"

Best International Act: Africa
2Face Idibia (Nigeria)
Toya Delazy (South Africa)
Donald (South Africa)
Ice Prince (Nigeria)
R2Bees (Ghana)
Radio and Weasel (Uganda)

BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT: UK
Marsha Ambrosius
Estelle
Labrinth
Rita Ora
Emeli Sandé
Wiley

Thursday, May 9, 2013

D’BANJ, BIG NUZ JOIN SNOOP LION, OTHERS FOR MTV AFRICA ALL STARS CONCERT IN SOUTH AFRICA

D’Banj and Big Nuz are the recent urban megastars confirmed to perform at MTV Africa All Stars KwaZulu-Natal with Snoop Lion.

The first ever MTV Africa All Stars concert, staged by MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) and KwaZulu-Natal Province, takes place at the Moses Mabhida Stadium People’s Park in Durban on May 18, 2013.

Good Music star, D’Banj has risen to stardom thanks to his innovative fusion of Afrobeat, Afro-Pop and Afro Fusion sounds, delivered in a combination of Yoruba, English and Pidgin. Also known as the “Koko master” and multi-platinum selling recording artiste got global attention with his 2012 smash-hit “Oliver Twist”, which reportedly sold more than 11 million copies worldwide and debuted at number 9 on the UK National charts behind the likes of Rihanna and Tulisa.

Inspired and influenced by the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, D’Banj has won a host of awards including Most Promising Male Artiste KORA 2005, Hip Hop World Awards Revelation Of The Year 2006, Best African Act, MTV Europe Music Awards 2007, Artist of the Year at the MTV Africa Music Awards 2009, the BET Awards of 2011 for Best International Act and Best African Act at the 2012 MOBO Awards to mention a few.

Fresh from their appearance at the MTV Africa All Stars tour in Nairobi, Kenya are the undisputed kings of kwaito, Big Nuz, the insanely talented trio that comprises Jojo (aka Mampintsha), Mzi (aka Danger) and Sbu (aka R Mashesha). Since forming in 2002, these award-winning Durban indigenes have confidently transformed the South African dance music landscape, growing under the guidance of their mentor, DJ Tira, and gracing innumerable clubs and stages at home and abroad with banging dancefloor favourites such as “Umlilo”, “Ntombenhle”, “Serious” and “Newlands West”.

D’Banj and Big Nuz will join Snoop Lion, as well as Fally Ipupa, Professor, 2Face, Flavour and Zakes Bantwini for the concert. Additional exciting artists will be announced later.

For an awesome preview of what to expect at MTV Africa All Stars, check out the highlights of the MTV Africa All Stars club tour, airing on MTV Base (DStv Channel 322) from Friday, May 10. Featuring high octane performances from Africa’s biggest live performers, the series takes music fans on an urban music odyssey from Durban (May 10, at 16.00 CAT) to Nairobi (May 17, at 16.00 CAT), to wind up in Lagos (May 24, at 16.00 CAT).

NEW VIDEO: "OBULU" BY DJ SOSE FT. CHARITY OLISA


DJ Sose is probably the only Nigerian DJ/entertainer who bears his identity on his face. He was born to a musically gifted Nigerian Father and Hungarian Mother in the 80s.

The origin of his moniker – ‘Sose’ is from his Esan (Edo State) tribal name - 'Soseneyayi' (meaning ‘Bear Witness’), while his alias ‘Tattooed Face DJ’ is fast making him a house hold brand within the entertainment industry today.

Dj Sose’s has a degree in Business Information Systems, and a Diploma Film & Video Production. The dream to turn his passion to a profession was innate and has helped him reach his path of self-actualization within and outside the music business.

Dj Sose has performed at several international events and Music Festivals in Malaysia, Ukraine, UK, and Russia to mention. He has also played at various events in Nigeria such as Jimmy’s Jump Off, weddings, clubs, Classic Dee Jays, End Of Year Corporate Parties, Nigerian Carnivals, University Cultural Events and so on.

The tattooed faced DJ has cameoed in major music videos that have enjoyed massive airplay such as“Something About You” by Dr. Sid, “Gaga Crazy” by Chuddy K, “Oleku” by Ice Prince, “Body N Soul” by Ash Hamman and “Say My Name” by the Late Goldie.

Further exploring the art, DJ Sose recently embarked on a project to release collaborative singles comprising of various artistes. The project which started in October, 2012 has featured artistes like General Pype, Mr.Raw, Ade Piper, Deolu Shogon on series of successful fusions of African Percussion and Euro-House themed beats.

His most recent project are “Obulu” and “Under The Tree” produced by Canadian producer, Eeema and Deolu Shogon respectively.

This is the premier of the video for “Obulu” (meaning Thank You) created by RZ Animations.

DJ Sose’s is currently signed to the management of Gray Tiger Entertainment.

Enjoy the video