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The Unstoppable
''The Unstoppable'' is the third studio album by the Nigerian R&B artist 2face Idibia, released in 2008, through his label Hypertek Entertainment. The album was produced by J Sleek, Jiggy Jegg, Mic Tunes, Ozzy, Spanky with one track "Flex" produced by R. Kelly and featuring him on the track. The first and only single from the album was the pre-released "Enter The Place", in anticipation of the release of the album. The single featured the Nigerian recording artist Sound Sultan. The release of the original album was marred with a number of delays and difficulties and relatively poor reviews as actual sales of the album in comparison to the initial two solo albums '' Face 2 Face and Grass 2 Grace'' were below expectations. 2face Idibia went on to release a new fourth album called ''The Unstoppable International Edition'' that contained some of the materials of the album with some other added tracks. Track listing #"Intro" #"Enter the Place" (featuring Sound Sultan) #"Take It Ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2face Idibia
Innocent Ujah Idibia MON (born 18 September 1975), known by his stage name 2Baba, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Noted for his vocal range, lyrical depth, and longevity, he is widely regarded as one of Nigeria's greatest musicians of all-time. He is most influential for the rise in popularity of Nigerian pop music in the 2000s, and his solo debut album Face2Face (with the smash hit "African Queen") ushered in a new wave of awareness and reverence for Nigerian music amongst Africans on the continent and in diaspora. Prior to July 2014, he went by the stage name 2face Idibia. 2Baba is the first winner of MTV EMA Best African Act category in 2005, and is one of the most awarded Nigerian musicians in history. In 2019, 2baba, in collaboration with other well known artistes like Cohbams Asuquo and Timi Dakolo, released a song for awareness of the rights of children. He was part of a boys group called Plantashun Boiz, under God ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Contemporary R&B
Contemporary R&B (or simply R&B) is a popular music genre that combines rhythm and blues with elements of pop, soul, funk, hip hop, and electronic music. The genre features a distinctive record production style, drum machine-backed rhythms, pitch corrected vocals, and a smooth, lush style of vocal arrangement. Electronic influences are becoming an increasing trend and the use of hip hop or dance-inspired beats are typical, although the roughness and grit inherent in hip hop may be reduced and smoothed out. Contemporary R&B vocalists often use melisma, and since the mid-1980s, R&B rhythms have been combined with elements of hip hop culture and music and pop culture and pop music. Pre-history According to Geoffrey Himes speaking in 1989, the progressive soul movement of the early 1970s "expanded the musical and lyrical boundaries of &Bin ways that haven't been equaled since". This movement was led by soul singer-songwriter/producers such as Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Grass 2 Grace
''Grass 2 Grace'' is 2face Idibia's second solo album. The album won him numerous awards, including a MOBO award in 2007. It has hits like See me so, True love, If love is a crime, For Instance, etc. Track listing # "Intro (Skit)" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 1:15 # "One Love" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) - 3:51 # "No Shaking" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 4:31 # "I Dey Feel Like" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 4:21 # "See Me So" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 4:40 # "Skit (Story)" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 0:30 # "E B Like Say" featuring Soul E (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 4:46 # "True Love" (Innocent Ujah Idibia and 2me) – 4:21 # "4 Instance" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 3:47 # "If Love Is A Crime" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 4:29 # "OCHO" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 4:18 # "My Love" featuring VIP (Abdul Hamidu "Lazzy" Ibrahim, Emmanuel "Promzy" Ababio, Joseph Nana "Prodigal" Ofori, Innocent Ujah Idibia) – 5:33 # "Outro Skit" (Innocent Ujah Idibia) - 0:10 Singles *No Shaking *See Me So *4 Insta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Unstoppable International Edition
''The Unstoppable'' is the third studio album by the Nigerian R&B artist 2face Idibia, released in 2008, through his label Hypertek Entertainment. The album was produced by J Sleek, Jiggy Jegg, Mic Tunes, Ozzy, Spanky with one track "Flex" produced by R. Kelly and featuring him on the track. The first and only single from the album was the pre-released "Enter The Place", in anticipation of the release of the album. The single featured the Nigerian recording artist Sound Sultan. The release of the original album was marred with a number of delays and difficulties and relatively poor reviews as actual sales of the album in comparison to the initial two solo albums '' Face 2 Face and Grass 2 Grace'' were below expectations. 2face Idibia went on to release a new fourth album called ''The Unstoppable International Edition'' that contained some of the materials of the album with some other added tracks. Track listing #"Intro" #"Enter the Place" (featuring Sound Sultan) #"Take It Bac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Studio Album
An album is a collection of audio recordings issued on compact disc (CD), Phonograph record, vinyl, audio tape, or another medium such as Digital distribution#Music, digital distribution. Albums of recorded sound were developed in the early 20th century as individual Phonograph record#78 rpm disc developments, 78 rpm records collected in a bound book resembling a photograph album; this format evolved after 1948 into single vinyl LP record, long-playing (LP) records played at revolutions per minute, rpm. The album was the dominant form of recorded music expression and consumption from the mid-1960s to the early 21st century, a period known as the album era. Vinyl LPs are still issued, though album sales in the 21st-century have mostly focused on CD and MP3 formats. The 8-track tape was the first tape format widely used alongside vinyl from 1965 until being phased out by 1983 and was gradually supplanted by the cassette tape during the 1970s and early 1980s; the populari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sound Sultan
Sound Sultan (born Olanrewaju Abdul-Ganiu Fasasi; November 27, 1976 – July 11, 2021) was a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, comedian, and recording artist. He was regarded as one of the pacesetters of modern hip hop music in Nigeria. He was notable for using his music to speak against poverty, corruption, bad governance and societal ills in Nigeria. Early life In 1991, he took interest in music and miming at school parties and writing his own lyrics. He attributed his early influence to his elder brother Baba Dee who studied theatre arts, and received most of his early stage experience through Baba Dee. He started learning how to play the guitar after his secondary school education and was in a band by 1999. Career Sound Sultan's career in show business started in the 1990s, when he hosted shows to raise money for studio sessions. By 1999, he had won numerous local talent-hunt shows. He released his first single - Mathematics "Jagbajantis" in 2000, which was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Face 2 Face (2face Idibia Album)
''Face 2 Face'' is the debut album by 2face Idibia. It was released on May 15, 2004. It became a major hit (sold up to 2 million copies), initially in Idibia's home country of Nigeria, but quickly spreading through western and southern Africa, and eventually making an impact in Europe as well. Its success owed much to lead radio track "African Queen", a guitar ballad with elements of West African folk music and hip-hop. "Nfana Ibaga" also became a local hit. Track listing Nigerian edition # "Intro" – 1:06 # "Nfana Ibaga" ("No Problem") – 4:24 # "Ole" ("Thief") ft. Freestyle – 4:49 # "Right Here" – 4:46 # "Holy" (skit) – 0:15 # "U No Holy Pass" – 4:54 # "African Queen" – 4:20 # "Police" (skit) – 0:24 # "Keep On Rockin' " ft. Natives & Lil Seal – 5:43 # "Thank U Lord" – 4:25 # "Odi Ya" ft. Blackface – 4:37 South African edition Released on January 27, 2006 through EMI EMI Group Limited (originally an initialism for Electric and Musical Industries, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chaka Demus & Pliers
Chaka Demus & Pliers are a Jamaican reggae duo made up of deejay Chaka Demus (born John Taylor) and singer Pliers (born Everton Bonner), known for their hits " Tease Me" and "Murder She Wrote". As a duo, they enjoyed more commercial success with mainstream pop fans after their collaboration began in the early 1990s than either had in their previous solo careers. Career Both artists were established musicians when they teamed up in 1991 after performing together in Miami, both having worked as solo artists, and Pliers as a duo with Pinchers.Thompson, Dave (2002) ''Reggae &Caribbean Music'', Backbeat Books, , pp. 94–96 Their early hits together included "Gal Wine", recorded for producer Ossie Hibbert. They went on to work with a string of producers, including Ranking Joe, Jah Screw, Prince Jammy, and Mafia & Fluxy, with several of their most successful single tracks included on their debut album ''Gal Wine'' (1992). They appeared at Reggae Sunsplash in 1992, and the following ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Headies 2011
The Headies 2011 was the 6th edition of the Hip Hop World Awards. The award's name was officially changed to "The Headies". The ceremony was hosted by Rita Dominic and eLDee. It was held on October 22, 2011, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. 2face Idibia won three awards, including Artiste of the Year. Darey's "The Way You Are" won for Best R&B Single and Recording of the Year. M.I and Ice Prince won two awards apiece. Don Jazzy and Dr SID both took home an award. Capital Femi walked away with the Best Vocal Performance (Male) award. Wizkid won the Next Rated category and received a Hyundai Sonata at a later date. Waje was the only female awardee. The Hall of Fame award went to Jùjú musician Shina Peters. A total of twenty-one cart gold plaques were handed out. Performers * Olamide *Waje *Sound Sultan * Shina Peters *Omawumi *Ice Prince *Brymo * M.I *Dr SID *Tiwa Savage *Wizkid Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professional ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Headies
The Headies (originally called the Hip Hop World Awards) is a music awards show established in 2006 by the ''Hip Hop World Magazine'' of Nigeria to recognize outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry. The annual ceremony features performances by established and promising artists. It is broadcast live on HipTV to viewers across Nigeria. The 1st and The Headies 2007, 2nd editions of The Headies were held at the Muson Center in Onikan, Lagos State. Between 2010 and 2012, the awards were held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island (Nigeria), Victoria Island, Lagos. Several media personalities in Nigeria have hosted the annual ceremony, including Darey, Darey Art Alade, D'banj, Dakore Akande, Dakore Egbuson, Banky W., Rita Dominic, M.I Abaga, M.I, Tiwa Savage and Dr SID. History and plaque The image of The Headies was created by Ayo Animashaun, the founder of the awards, and drawn by Matthias Aragbada. The first Headie plaque was done by Jide Adewoye. It represent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Channel O Music Video Awards
Channel O Africa Music Video Awards, once known as Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards, are Pan-African music awards organised by South Africa -based Channel O television channel. The awards were first held in 2003 under the name Reel Music Video Awards. Since 2005 the awards have been held annually. The winners are voted by Channel O's viewers across the continent. 2003 TITLE: - Reel Music Video Awards VENUE: - M-Net Randburg Studios in Johannesburg, South Africa. HOSTS: - CATEGORIES: - 23 in total SPECIAL RECOGNITION: - Fela Kuti (Nigeria) 2004 No awards ceremony was held in this year. 2005 TITLE: - African Music Video Awards VENUE: - Johannesburg Civic Center, South Africa HOSTS: - SPECIAL RECOGNITION: - Hugh Masekela (South Africa) 2006 TITLE: - Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards VENUE: - Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg, South Africa HOSTS: - David Kau (South Africa) and Channel O VJs SPECIAL RECOGNITION: - Zola (South Africa) WINNERS: - *Best Ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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