Monday 30 September 2013

Femi Kuti - No Place For My Dream




Nigeria's afrobeat pioneer and internationally renowned musician Femi Kuti suddenly awoke in the middle of the night with a melody he couldn't get out of his head he found himself humming it not just the next morning but 24 years later. Today that track is 'No Place For My Dreams' which is on his latest album also titled - 'No Place For My Dream' . 
The album comprises 11 tracks and includes hits such as 'The World Is Changing', 'This Is Only The Begining' and 'Politics Na Big Business'.

On another of his tracks  'My Song' Femi narrates and shares the inspiration behind his music, memories of his legendary father Fela Kuti, The Challenges, The Persecution and the many dreams he has for his homeland, So who says you can't make your dreams come true  well Femi Kuti definitely does'nt think obstacles and the doubters should stand in his way.  

Through his music he continues to bring his dream to life and express his aspirations to make society a better place by speaking out and fighting against problems such as poverty injustice and corruption. 

Overall this is another inspirational work of art from Femi Kuti which his legions of fans will enjoy - check it out now.

Links:
Download Femi Kuti Tracks on iTunes
Download No Place For My Dreams On iTunes 
Follow Femi Kuti On Facebook
Follow Femi Kuti On Twitter
Listen To No Place For My Dream on SoundCloud





Wednesday 25 September 2013

Dj Switch - A New Star Is Born



Watch the capitivating moment when DJ Switch was declared the 1st winner of the Grand Finale of the Glo X-Factor West Africa 2013 which was sponsored by the multinational telecom company Globacom and held in Port Harcourt Nigeria.

DJ Switch whose real name is Catherine Udeh bagged a 24 Million Naira Cheque and a recording contract with Sony Music.  She adopted the name DJ Switch because of her versatility and ability to  effortlessly switch from one task to another while performing. 
Her rendition of a Jayz track and then the 'Michael Jackson track Black or White' on the night of X Factor Show 7 earned her rapturous applause from the audience and judges alike and more than anything else displayed the depth of her talent and hard work she must have put in to deliver such a polished performance and it was no suprise to most that she deservedly won the competition. While receiving her cheque she was Joined on stage by the U.K.  X Factor Winner  Alexandra Burke who has gone on to forge a very successful music career since winning the show in 2008. and we are sure her presence must have served as a big inspiration to DJ Switch.

 Her tearful and humble display of joy and prayers thanking the Almighty for his blessing and then rushing to embrace her mother Mrs Udeh who was sitting the front row was quite touching and infectious, it set the audience off to more wild applause and chants of DJ Switch.  She capped off the night by giving a superb performance of her forthcoming single 'Safe Landing,
I think it more than faIr to say that a new star has been born and we expect much more from DJ Switch in the not too distant future, stay tuned and watch this space.
Peace and Blessings 

Links:
Watch DJ Switch's live Performance on Xfactor Show 7
Watch DJ Switch's Live Performance on X Factor Show 8
Official Website GLO X Factor 
Glo World Official Website
Globacom Official Website






             

Monday 9 September 2013

Burma Boy -Run My Race Official Video



Naija's New Afropop music sensation Burna Boy and his record label AristoKrat Records recently earned over N10m after selling the marketing rights to his debut album: Leaving an Impact For Eternity (L.I.F.E)   
According to reports, the label sold the rights to a popular music and movie marketer 
The album made a record sale of 40,000 units on the day of its release, and he has since  been tearing up the charts and getting his rivals truly running scared with monster hit tracks such as 'Tonight' getting almost a million hits on youtube and topping the TV and Radio charts.
His latest single dropped a couple of months back is titled 'Run My Race' and it another big hit if you not yet heard it and want to know what all the fuss is about then check it out and download all Burna Boys hits now
This is guy is fast becoming the new face of afrobeat music. 




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Thursday 5 September 2013

Femi Kuti - To Headline African Legends Night Concert in Ghana



Patrons of music of African origin can start the countdown again, as proud organizers of the Alomo Bitters African Legends Night, Kasapreko Company Limited and Global Media Alliance, have announced Jazz and Afro beat living legend, Femi Kuti, as the headliner of the highly anticipated 3rd edition of the concert slated for September 28 at the Banquet Hall of the State House, Accra.
Destined to be a night full of glamour, this year's edition will also feature an incredible lineup of homegrown veteran highlife artistes including, Amakye Dede, George Darko and Ofie Kudjoe.
The artists billed for the concert have promised organizers, sponsors and patrons of the concert vibrant performances which would make them yearn for more.
Renowned musicians such as Huge Masakela, Fela Kuti, Ben Brako, Amakye Dede, just to mention a few, have over the years produced rich and authentic music that has entertained Ghanaians and other nationals both home and abroad.

Sunday 1 September 2013

Waconzy - Amosu



Reminiscent of the great late Micheal Jackson's Thriller video - Afrobeat star Waconzy drops his own music horror video to his latest release single titled 'Amosu' the video itself features authentic African themes and flavours which includes zombies and the spectre of pretty young ladies turning into ghosts in the front seat of your car making it quite entertaining unless you scare easily.   
And once again Waconzy shows us why he is a master at his game with some very catchy lyrics and a solid beat - for me this is a cracking song, but check it out yourself and feel free to leave comments

Links
Waconzy on Facebook
Waconzy on Twitter 
Official Website
Download Waconzy on iTunes
Download Waconzy on Soundcloud
Label DV8 Media