ILLBLISS "ILLYMINATE" ON HIS BIRTHDAY

As you know already, today (December 30th) is rapper illBliss' birthday, and "i.LLY.MINATE" is another joint off his sophomore album - 'OGA BOSS', scheduled to drop first quarter of 2012.

This single was produced By illbliss's long time sonic collaborator,Tha Suspect and also features him on the hook.

According to IllBliss, the OGA BOSS LP is 90% done and artist has been touring many Nigerian States promoting his earlier released singles "ANAMACHI KWANU",and "My Heart Beats".

illBliss is managed By the Goretti Company,and currently in a joint venture deal with Capital Hill Music for the release of his second album. Other artists under the same umbrella include Chidinma (Winner, MTN Project Fame Season 3) and Tha Suspect.

You can listen or download Here

Producer/Artist, Samklef Kisses Bachelorhood Goodbye

Words reaching the Jarmzone says Samuel Oguachuba a.k.a Samklef is presently in 'The Eastern Heartland' (Nigeria) to observe traditional rites and receive blessings to marry his long time girlfriend, Yvonne Iheduru.

While we await other details of the nuptial process, a brief chat with the multi-talented producer/artist confirms his location and intent, "I'm in Imo State for my traditional wedding and it's taking place this Wednesday, December 28".

Samklef is from Enugu State and he's accompanied by family members, a few of his relatives and close friends to observe the traditional wedding rites, holding in his fiancee's father's compound in Imo State.

The Jarmzone wishes them a happy married life.

Tolumide: All New Everything!

Singer/Songwriter TolumidE has dropped another single for her fans and music lovers. She emerges with "For Me", a soulful single that tells a ‘girl meets boy’ story, a dreamy expectation of a girl and her musings with lyrics that reflect the anticipation of finding that right partner with divine help. It is a song most 'searching' female music lovers can relate to. It’s the new girl anthem for finding and looking forward to true love.

TolumiDE is an award winning RnB/Soul Afro-Pop Singer-Songwriter. She was born in Canada, raised in Nigeria and resides in Washington DC, USA. Her Debut album, "My Love' is a sonic collage of music genres: Soul, RnB, Afro-pop, Contemporary Gospel with sprinklings of Jazz, Reggae & Hip-Hop Music. ‘My Love’, is currently available on iTunes, Amazon and CDBaby. The soulful vocalist offers songs in English lyrics, with the occasional interjection of African languages showcasing inflections of her African heritage.

TolumiDE has performed at a number of concerts, festivals, churches and other prestigious events. In addition to being a sought-after vocalist, TolumiDE sings with the Hallelujazz Project, and Toby Foyeh and Orchestra Africa, and renders the Nigerian, Canadian or American National Anthems when requested. Other acts she has opened for include Salif Keita, 2face Idibia, P-Square, D'Banj. TolumiDE offers a range of dynamic and audience grabbing performances and has gained numerous fans from her releases and music videos. The recipient of the coveted Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Female R&B Artist, she’s already been recognized in the motherland as one of the brightest music stars of the day. In recent news, TolumiDE was featured on ‘Oya!’ the first single released from Garden Theater's 'The Heartbeat' musical production.

For more info about Tolumide, you can visit her new website www.tolumidemusic.com

FAB AWARDS 2011, CELEBS SLUG IT OUT

FAB Magazine, Nigeria's leading international fashion journal has announced a star-studded list of entertainment, fashion and music
icons, nominated for the second edition of FAB Night out - An annual fashion/awards show scheduled to hold at the Landmark events centre Victoria Island, Lagos on December 11, 2011.

The long list of nominees were unveiled at an event held at The Marquee in Lagos on October 22, 2011. Nollywood acts Kate Henshaw Nuttal, Monalisa Chinda, Rita Dominic, Genevieve Nnaji, Jim Iyke, Ramsey Nouah, Nse Ikpe Etim, Mike Ezuruonye, Majid Michael are joined on the most stylish actor and actress list by Tinsel favorite - Gideon Okeke.

The music industry is not left out as Dbanj, Naeto C, Goldie, Muna, Bez, Tiwa Savage, Darey, Asa, Sasha and Lynxx are up for the most stylish artist contest.

The fashion world is well represented by the likes of Deola Sagoe, Mai Atafo, Uti Nwachukwu, Dimeji Alara and Bolaji Animashaun. In addition, this year's list of nominees accommodates On Air
Personalities from Radio and TV - Fans' favorites Toolz, Tosyn Bucknor,
Yvonne Ekwere, Yaw, Wana, Efe Tommy, Eku Edewor, Frank Edoho and Adams
Ibrahim.

Well known for showcasing exclusive designs from Africa's latest fabric collections, FAB Night Out will also have spectacular displays from designers drawn from across Africa, as well as performances from some of the continent's finest artistes.

''Guests can look forward to a night of endless drinks, dancing and shoulder-rubbing with some of fashion and music's finest, so dress daring and arrive on time'' FAB founder Familusi Akin Babajide , a well known bespoke suit designer and entrepreneur says.

Born January 25, 1978 and raised in Lagos, Familusi Akin Babajide (FAB) is believed to be a reincarnation of His grandfather who was a tailor and passed away a few weeks before he was born. In 2001, when he was 23, he discovered his interest in making his own clothes, having traded in clothing and accessories for a few years.

Mostly self-taught, the young designer used his background in the Sciences to do research in Fabric, Fit and Finishing to create winning pieces - and the first shirt he ever produced was mistaken for a Jermyn Street product!

With the applause and exclamations that came from clients, friends and family, the brand was born; and Exclamations Couture has since focused on setting the standards for the tailoring of Shirts and
Suits in Africa.

In all, 26 awards will be given out to deserving talents at this year's FAB Night Out including a special recognition category for Deola Sagoe.

The event is produced by FAB Magazine, and supported by Vlisco, Trace TV, Beat FM, Pattaya Oriental, Zapphaire Events and Barcadi.

FAB Night out debuted in 2010 as a platform to recognize and celebrate
talents with the best, offering every calendar year with a total of twenty six award plaques to reward deserving talents.

FULL LIST OF NOMINEES

1.     DESIGNER OF THE YEAR (W/AFRICA)
-       Bridget Awosika (Bridget Awosika)
-       Bunmi Koko
-       Grey
-       Eki Orleans
-       Christie Brown

2.     DESIGNER OF THE YEAR (S/AFRICA)
-       KLUK CGDT
-       Heni
-       David Tlale
-       Stiaan Louw
-       Stoned Cherrie

3.     MODEL OF THE YEAR (FEMALE)
-       Makida Moka
-       Emmanuella Chika
-       Milen Magese
-       Kinee Diouf
-       Nyasha Matonhodze

4.     MODEL OF THE YEAR (MALE)
-       Francis Nwodu
-       TY Ogunkoya
-       Brookly Soumaharo
-       Uti Nwachukwu
-       Kevin Godson

5.     FASHION BRAND OF THE YEAR
-       Kinabuti
-       Mai Atafo
-       Zebra Living
-       David Wej
-       Jewel by Lisa

6.     LIFESTYLE BRAND OF THE YEAR
-       Temple Muse
-       Polo Luxury
-       Quintessentially Nigeria
-       The Life House
-       The Play Group

7.     MOST STYLISH ARTISTE (MALE)
-       Darey
-       Lynxx
-       D'Banj
-       Naeto C
-       Bez Idakula

FEMALE
-       Muna
-       Asa
-       Goldie
-       Tiwa Savage
-       Sasha P

8.     MOST STYLISH ACTOR
-       Majid Michel
-       Ramsey Noah
-       Gideon Okeke
-       Jim Iyke
-       Mike Ezuruonye

9.     MOST STYLISH ACTRESS
-       Genevieve Nnaji
-       Monalisa Chinda
-       Rita Dominic
-       Nse Ikpe – Etim
-       Kate Henshaw – Nuttal

10.   TV SHOW OF THE YEAR*****
-       Jacob's Cross
-       MTN Project Fame
-       Big Brother Amplified
-       Glo Naija Sings
-       Gulder Ultimate Search

11.   TV PRESENTER OF THE YEAR
-       Yvonne 'Vixen' Ekwere
-       Eku Edewor
-       Adams Ibrahim
-       Frank Edoho
-       Efe Tommy

12.   RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR
-       Beat 99.9 FM
-       Inspiration 92.3 FM
-       Wazobia 95.1 FM
-       Cool 96.9 FM
-       Rhythm 93.7 FM

13.   ON AIR PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR
-       Tolu 'Toolz' Oniru
-       Wana
-       Steve 'Yaw' Onu
-       Tosyn Bucknor
-       Emmanuel 'Mannie' Essien

14.   CAR OF THE YEAR
-       Mercedes Benz S550 (2011)
-       Range Rover Sport (2011)
-       Toyota Land Cruiser (2011)
-       Porsche Cayenne (2011)
-       Volkswagen Toureg (2011)

15.   RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR
-       Indigo Restaurant
-       Bazaar Restaurant
-       Yellow Chilli Restaurant
-       Jevenik Restaurant
-       Piccolomondo Restaurant

16.   BAR OF THE YEAR
-       De Marquee
-       Reeds
-       Soul Lounge
-       Liquids Lounge
-       Ediz Wine Bar

17.   DJ OF THE YEAR
-       DJ Caise
-       DJ Humility
-       DJ Neptune
-       DJ Jimmy Jatt
-       DJ Sose

18.   CLUB OF THE YEAR
-       Dueces
-       Chrome
-       Play
-       Cubana
-       Aqua

19.   HOTEL OF THE YEAR
-       Radisson blu
-       Federal Palace Hotel and Casino
-       Four Points by Sheraton
-       Southern Sun
-       Protea (Ikoyi Westwood)

20.   MAKE-UP ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
-       Lola Maja
-       Seun Omisesan
-       David Onyedike
-       Banke Meshida
-       Jide Adedeji

21.   HAIR STYLIST OF THE YEAR
-       Ugo Igbokwe (Make Me)
-       Ola Garba
-       Shola
-       Racheal

22.   FASHION WRITER OF THE YEAR
-       Rukky Ladoja (Y! Naija)
-       Mary Ononokpono
-       Ijeoma Ndekwu
-       Ezinne Chinkata
-       Chioma Nnadi

23.   FASHION STYLIST OF THE YEAR
-       Dimeji Alara
-       Crystal Deroche
-       Ebun Aboderin
-       Bolaji Animashaun
-       Veronica Ebie

24.     FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR
-       Hakeem Salam
-       Kelechi Amadi-Obi
-       Moussa Moussa
-       Toni Tones
-       Oladipo Oladapo

25.   ONLINE PUBLICATION OF THE YEAR
-       Bella Naija
-       One Nigerian Boy
-       Y Naija
-       360 Nobs
-       The Fancy Hub

26.   FASHION ICON OF THE YEAR
-       DEOLA SAGOE