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Asa Asika
Asa Asika is a Nigerian talent manager, best known as Davido's manager, also the co-founder of The Plug (subsidiaries; The Plug Entertainment, The Plug Music, and Plug Sports) and Mainland Block Party. Early life Asa Asika was born on 14 August 1990, and is the oldest out of three siblings. His mother died when he was seven years old. Career Asika began his career at Storm 360, working at shows for Obi Asika, when he was sixteen, until 2012, when his uncle, and Olisa Adibua ended their partnership. At Storm 360, he worked with Ikechukwu, ELDee, Sasha P, Naeto C, and became talent manager to YQ, and other clients including R2Bees and Davido. In 2013, he founded his entertainment management company, StarGaze Management Company, after he split with Davido. In 2014, he signed Naeto C, Boj, a member of the musical group DRB LasGidi, and Ayo Jay, to StarGaze Management Company. In 2016, he founded The Plug Entertainment (aka The Plug), a management firm. In 2017, he became Da ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lagos State
Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a States of Nigeria, state in South West (Nigeria), southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 States of Nigeria, states, it is both the List of Nigerian states by population, most populous and List of Nigerian states by area, smallest in area. Bounded to the south by the Bight of Benin and to the west by the Benin–Nigeria border, international border with Benin Republic, Lagos State borders Ogun State to the east and north making it the only Nigerian state to border only one other state. Named for the city of Lagos—the List of urban areas in Africa by population, most populous city in Africa—the state was formed from the Western Region, Nigeria, Western Region and the former Federal Capital Territory on 27 May 1967. Geographically, Lagos State is dominated by bodies of water with nearly a quarter of the state's area being lagoons, creeks, and rivers. The largest of these bodies are the Lagos Lagoon, Lagos and Lekki Lagoon, Lekki lagoons in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
R2Bees
R2Bees is a Ghanaian hip hop and hiplife duo from Tema made up of two cousins, Faisal Hakeem and Rashid Mugeez. They were nominated at the 2013 BET Awards. In March 2019, the duo released their third studio album ''Site 15''. Career 2007–2012: ''Da Revolution'' I R2BEES's first single, "Yawa Gal", was released in August 2008. They then went on to release "I Dey Mad", which featured Unda melodies. The song topped most Ghanaian Radio Music Charts for weeks. In 2010, R2Bees released "Kiss Your Hand" as their third single. In 2009, R2Bees released a 17-track album ''Da Revolution'' which has already released songs; ‘Yawa Girl’, I dey Mad’, ‘T.E.M.A’, ‘Kiss Your Hand’ with new songs; ‘Radio’, ‘One more Chance’ and ‘Africa’ with production from KillBeatz (Joseph Addison) as well as guest appearances from Wande Coal, Sarkodie, Samini, Kwaw Kese and a host of others. 2013–present: Da Revolution II: Refuse to be Broke Their second studio album, ''Refuse ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1990 Births
Year 199 ( CXCIX) was a common year starting on Monday (link will display the full calendar) of the Julian calendar. At the time, it was sometimes known as year 952 ''Ab urbe condita''. The denomination 199 for this year has been used since the early medieval period, when the Anno Domini calendar era became the prevalent method in Europe for naming years. Events By place Roman Empire * Mesopotamia is partitioned into two Roman provinces divided by the Euphrates, Mesopotamia and Osroene. * Emperor Septimius Severus lays siege to the city-state Hatra in Central-Mesopotamia, but fails to capture the city despite breaching the walls. * Two new legions, I Parthica and III Parthica, are formed as a permanent garrison. China * Battle of Yijing: Chinese warlord Yuan Shao defeats Gongsun Zan. Korea * Geodeung succeeds Suro of Geumgwan Gaya, as king of the Korean kingdom of Gaya (traditional date). By topic Religion * Pope Zephyrinus succeeds Pope Victor I, as th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Beatz Awards 2021
The 6th The Beatz Awards, was held at Muson Center in Lagos on 28 November 2021. The organizers opened a portal for the public, to submit entries on 4 August 2021, and recorded 2500 entries, on October 6. Nominees were revealed on October 29, 2021. The live show was televised on STV, Nigezie TV, wapTV, TVC, BEN Television, and MTV Base, and hosted by Victory Wilson, Boda Wasiu, and Saco. It celebrated entertainment personalities across 25 voting categories, with 3 honorary Awards (non-voting). The CEO of The Beatz Awards, Elijah John, stated: "one of the sponsors, Pazino Homes and Gardens, will be awarding a landed property to the winner of the OAP category, as the Awards have taken on new dimensions". He further stated: "all producer categories, mixing, and mastering categories will each receive a monetary reward of one hundred thousand naira (₦100,000)". On 30 December 2020, the organizer held a virtual pre-ceremony of the 6th edition, tagged: "THE BEATZ AWARDS 20 FOR 20", r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2019 African Entertainment Awards USA
The 5th African Entertainment Awards USA was held at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, New Jersey on October 19, 2019 and was televised on Sahara TV. Nominees were revealed on August 23, 2019. The 5th ceremony honors African excellence as it marks 5 years as an NGO and the show host were; Eric Omondi, and Anita Fabiola. Performers Artist *Afro-Afriqué * S Dubbz * Etoo Tsana * Ms. Bodega * Miri Ben-Ari * Bones * Eddy Kenzo * Sade Emoni * Nyla Tamin * Nandy * Yobass * Chetekela * Morachi Presenters * Anita Fabiola * Eric Omondi Nominations and winners The following is a list of nominees and the winners are listed highlighted in boldface. Note * Eddy Kenzo Edrisah Musuuza, known professionally as Eddy Kenzo, is a Grammy Nominated Ugandan singer and music executive who is a founder and a member of Big Talent Entertainment. He received international attention after the release of his 2014 single, " ... was announced the winner of the Best African Enterta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maya Awards (Africa) , an annual entertainment award presented by Maya Channel Magazine in Thailand
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Maya Awards may refer to: * Maya Awards (Indonesia), an annual Indonesian film awards initiated in 2012 * Maya Awards (Thailand) The Maya Awards ( th, มายา มหาชน; ) is an annual Thai entertainment awards ceremony presented by '' Maya Channel Magazine''. The awards honor people in the Thai entertainment industry and their achievements in the music, film, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DJ Cuppy
Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola (born 11 November 1992), professionally known as DJ Cuppy, or simply Cuppy, is a Nigerian disc jockey and producer. She is the daughter of Nigerian businessman Femi Otedola. She grew up in Lagos and moved to London at the age of 13. Early life and education Cuppy lived in Ilupeju for six years before moving to Ikeja where she attended Grange School, Ikeja. She then relocated to London for her GCSEs and A-Levels. She graduated from King's College London in July 2014, with a degree in business and economics. She also earned a master's degree in music business from New York University in 2015. As from October 2021, Cuppy is enrolled and pursuing a master's degree in African Studies at the University of Oxford. Career In 2014 Cuppy was the resident DJ at the MTV Africa Music Awards in Durban. She then played at the Tatler and Christie's Art Ball in London, and at the Financial Times Business of Luxury Summit in Mexico City. In July 2014, she released '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Recording Industry Association Of America
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) is a trade organization that represents the music recording industry in the United States. Its members consist of record labels and distributors that the RIAA says "create, manufacture, and/or distribute approximately 85% of all legally sold recorded music in the United States". RIAA is headquartered in Washington, D.C. RIAA was formed in 1952. Its original mission was to administer recording copyright fees and problems, work with trade unions, and do research relating to the record industry and government regulations. Early RIAA standards included the RIAA equalization curve, the format of the stereophonic record groove and the dimensions of 33 1/3, 45, and 78 rpm records. RIAA says its current mission includes: #to protect intellectual property rights and the First Amendment rights of artists #to perform research about the music industry #to monitor and review relevant laws, regulations, and policies Between 2001 and 202 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
City People Music Awards
City People Entertainment Awards are an annual accolade presented by '' City People Magazine'' to honour Nigerian and Ghanaian entertainers. The first edition was held in Abeokuta, Ogun State on June 14, 2009. The event was hosted by Governor Gbenga Daniel in the State House. The most recent ceremony was held on June 22, 2014 at 10 Degrees Event Centre, Lagos State Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a state in southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 states, it is both the most populous and smallest in area. Bounded to the south by the Bight of Benin and to the west by the international border with Ben .... 2017 division In 2017, the award was divided into "City People Music Awards" and "City People Movie Awards". These awards should not be confused with the "City People Awards For Excellence" which is a separate awards ceremony by the same organizer, which honors achievers beyond just the boundaries of the entertainment space with categories such as "Lifetime Achieveme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Beatz Awards
The Beatz Awards, is a Nigerian awards music show first introduced on 13 November 2015, by Eliworld Int'l Limited, to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements of the creative minds behind the music production, business, and distribution. History The event is composed of 31 categories and the 1st edition of The Beatz Awards was held on 17 December 2015, at Shell Hall, Muson Center, Onikan, Victoria Island, Lagos, with host Gordons, and Angel Ufuoma. Winners of the ceremony include Cobhams Asuquo, Masterkraft, Legendury Beatz, Don Jazzy, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Ubi Franklin, Clarence Peters, Kaffy, among other. On 17 November 2019, The Beatz honoured Don Jazzy, with the Lifetime Achievement Award. During the ceremony, the New Discovery Producer category was renamed to Don Jazzy New Discovery Producer. On 8 December 2019, Don Jazzy Michael Collins Ajereh (born 26 November 1982), known professionally as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian record producer. He is the founder and the CEO of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ayo Jay
Ayoola Ogundeyi Jr. (born 9 August 1989), better known as Ayo Jay, is an English-born Nigerian singer. He currently has a record deal with One Nation and RCA, and is also known as Boy Wonder. Early life Ayo Jay discovered his abilities for singing and songwriting at a young age. After graduating from International School, Lagos (ISL) in 2006, Ayo Jay relocated to the United States to pursue a college degree in finance and investment from Baruch College. Career In 2013, Ayo Jay signed a recording deal with One Nation Records and released "Your Number" on 21 June 2013. The music video for "Your Number" was shot in Atlanta. Its remix features rap vocals from Fetty Wap and was released on 16 July 2015. "Your Number" was re-released by RCA Records on 11 November 2015, after his record deal with the label. On 28 February 2017, "Your Number" was certified gold by the RIAA. On 23 August 2016, RCA Records released another remix, featuring Chris Brown Christopher Maurice Brow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DRB LasGidi
DRB LasGidi (previously known as "Rap Royals") is a Nigerian musical group. It was formed in 2007 by Tobi Ajayi, Tobenna Ofili, and Ladi Lanre. Teniola Zaccheaus joined later. History Rap Royals officially kicked off with rapping and singing. They recorded over 5 tracks a day, made various freestyles to other known instrumentals and started to get a 'buzz' within their circle. Tobenna wrote the hooks with Tobi, while Ladi, and Teniola handled the rapping. Ladi became known as Fresh L, Teniola as TZ (TeeZee) and Tobi as Tobias. Their first CD was "''Coronation Vol.1''". Dayo Ogundare, BOJ and others appeared on this mixtape. "Marry You" was released over email. This was their first afrobeats track as a group. BOJ and Tobenna made the beat and laid down verses, while Fresh L rapped. It found favor on party playlists and then on a Lagos radio station. Bolaji Odojukan aka BOJ then joined the group. Initially, he rapped on a few tracks, then left his unique vocals for a moment a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
