News of the day: 2face Releases Rainbow remix

Africa's most successful pop star of the past decade, 2Face Idibia, releases the remix to his song, Rainbow, recorded with American pop artiste, T-Pain.
The remix is off the yet-to-be-released international edition of his Away & Beyond album which was released in Nigeria in April 2012.
Both remix and original were produced by Femi 'Femdouble' Ojetunde and Olubunmi 'Gsol' Afolabi.

STR8 UP HIP-HOP CELEBRATES FIRST DECADE OF HIP-HOP

Shortly after the conclusion of Ladies First April edition of, Str8 Up Hip-hop, many wondered what the theme of the next edition will be. Some ardent followers of the niche urban monthly event went as far as consistently placing calls to the organizers seeking to get more information about the May edition.

After much deliberation, the producers, Now Muzik Encore in conjunction with Club Rumors have finally decided to host the hip-hop community to a special party celebrating the first decade of Hip-hop.

Themed ‘79-89 the definitive first decade of Hip-hop Party’, the party is set to hold on Friday, May 31^st at the prestigious Club Rumors located at 15A Oduduwa way, G.R.A, Ikeja.

The strictly by invitation party will be the first of its kind in the Nigerian Hip-hop scene and will witness the presence of a good number of Nigerian Hip-hop pioneers, ex Emcees and ex DJs. The experience will surely be totally unforgettable and will afford younger artistes the opportunity to network with the older artistes.

Welcome to scriptorialnaija blogspot: Campus Connect in Benin (PHOTO)

Welcome to scriptorialnaija blogspot: Campus Connect in Benin (PHOTO)

Campus Connect in Benin (PHOTO)

FEMALE HIP-HOP ACTS CELEBRATED AT STR8 UP HIP-HOP AS 2FACE, DJ HUMILITY LEND SUPPORT

Efe Omorogbe and Weird MC

DJ Humility, Sasha P and Don T

The just concluded April edition of Str8 Up Hip-hop was not just a gathering of female Hip-hop acts and their fans but also a convergence of their male counterparts who came out to support the hardworking ladies.

The event which was hosted by the amazing Toni Payne was exciting from start to finish as the attendees were treated to a sumptuous and unadulterated hip-hop meal consisting of B-Girl showcase, graffiti, freestyle sessions and battle emcee sessions won by the defending champion, Yung Soss.

DJ Lambogini

Outstanding performances by Butafly, Splash, Thelma and Kiss, captivating spoken word by Dolapo, impressive DJing  by DJ Lambogini and DJ OZ all contributed to the unforgettable Ladies First experience. The large turnout no doubt indicated that females in the Hip-hop scene are truly appreciated and loved by the hip-hop community.

Jadesola (DJ Lokshai's daughter) and her guardian on stage with DJ Humility and Toni Payne

Str8 Up Hip-hop honored veteran rappers, Sasha P and Weird MC for their selfless contributions to the growth of hip-hop in Nigeria. It is safe to say that the veterans earned more respect by their unmatched performances at the event. Sasha P performed some of her classic songs including her timeless hit ‘Adara’ while Weird MC gave an electrifying performance of her smashing hit song remix ‘‘Ijo Ya’ amongst other classic tunes.

Dolapo Ogunwa

Splash

Butafly and Base One

In her appreciation speech, Weird MC said, “When I started out, we were very few female artists compared to what we have now.  The effort of upcoming female artistes in Nigeria is commendable and I encourage them to keep pressing forward in their pursuits even with more determination and resilience.”

Precious

Also, the first ever Nigerian female DJ, Late DJ Lokshai was honored in recognition of her status as a bonafide hip-hop pioneer and a financial donation was presented to her daughter, Jadesola. A very touching documentary which was put together by Buckwyld Media Production shed more light on the exploits of the late DJ and her unwavering determination to put female DJs in the limelight.

Eva Alordiah, Weird MC and a friend

Celebrities who were present to celebrate the Hip-hop ladies included 2face Idibia, Eva Alordiah, Cynthia Morgan, Mr Raw, M-Thrill, DJ Humility among others.

Ladies First was produced by Now Muzik En.Core and supported by Kally and Mowa water brands

Str8 Up Hip-hop edition for May is already being planned. Although the date is yet to be announced, the infectious atmosphere is ever present in the minds of hip-hop heads.

Mr Gbenga Alo (Head National sales, Dansa Foods), Weird MC and Mr. Shakiru Ogunyemi (Activation manager Dansa Foods)

2FACE FEATURES SARKODIE AND CABO SNOOP

Meanwhile 2Face is set to release the remix to his last single “Dance Floor” off of his latest album Away & Beyond. The song has an edge to it as it brings together the fullness of English West Africa and the richness of Portuguese southern Africa on a song.

After his short leave of absence to consummate his young marriage, the Oxfam ambassador jumped into the studio to refresh the new single. This time around though, he figured he could do with some help from his African kinsmen. Featured on the Dance Floor remix are Angolan whiz kid Cabo Snoop and Ghanaian international sensation, Sarkodie.

This is the first of a series of remixes from Above & Beyond that will be put out by 2Face’s record label Hypertek in the year 2013.

Dance Floor, together with its remix, was produced by Femi ‘Femdouble’ Ojetunde and Olubunmi ‘G$ol’ Afolabi. DJ Willie O also shares production credit on the remix.

HERE AT LAST : 2FACE & FRIENDS TOUR KICKS OFF MAY 7

Pop superstar 2Face Idibia is set to hit the road for the eagerly anticipated Campus Connect: 2face & Friends Tour 2013 to be staged for the campus communities in 5 tertiary institutions across the country.

Announcing Nigerian’s No.1 premium non-alcoholic brand,low sugar Amstel Malta as lead sponsor, NM En.Core, the tour producers in partnership with Hypertek and Soundcity named Unilag (May 7), Uniben (May 9), Uniport (May 14), IMT Enugu (May 16) and UniAbuja (May 23).

Fresh off his honeymoon, Africa’s finest, 2face Idibia expressed his excitement about the upcoming tour. He states: “I’m looking forward to my return to the campus circuit. It’s been a long time. For mainly timing and availability issues I have been unable to play some of these venues in like 8 years or more so for me, this is big deal. It’s going to be an emotional return to these campuses. I have received and still enjoy massive support from these spots. They are my personal people.”

2baba as he is fondly called is stomping the yard with a line-up of friends that guarantees an unforgettable experience for fans. Hypertek’s hot boys Dammy Krane and Rocksteady alongside Vector, and long-time collaborator Sound Sultan are rearing to go.

Other class acts billed for the tour include Sasha P, Seyi Shey, Timi Dakolo, Phyno, Crystals, Harrisong, Capital F.E.M.I Solid Star and Jus’ Kiddin’s EFA.

Regional cameos will include crowd pleasers like Christian, Nonny D, Fame, Errigga, Mr. 2Kay, Maxi, Sele Bobo, Tee Gee, Dil, Ameena, Shyne, MC Amanna and Ruff Coin. The gigs will be hosted by the king of kool himself, Andre Blaze

NM En.Core’s Helen Emoh Abutu, project manager for Campus Connect Tour assured fans of a wonderful time. “ We are going on this tour with the support of Amstel Malta and some of the best media, technical, security and logistics support outfits in the game” she says. “The concerts and the exclusive after –parties are bound to remain the talk of the town for long time”

Without any doubt the most accomplished artiste of his generation, 2Face Idibia put out his first recording Body & Soul as a member of the trio Plantashun Boiz in 1999. Fourteen years later, having gone through more ups and downs to panic even a seasoned stockbroker, the artiste has emerged a newer, stronger brand winning several awards for all of his past releases.

His latest album ‘Away and Beyond’ is available in CD stores nationwide and also on iTunes online music store.

A TIMI DAKOLO PREMIERE: SEND DOWN THE RAIN ( A timeless remake of the MajekFashek hit)

Coming off the success of the Nigerian national anthem alter ego track ‘Great Nation’ and the 60’s themed ‘Yes, I do’, Africa’s vocal enigma ‘ TimiDakolo’ is back with perhaps the greatest single of 2013 off his soon to be released ‘ Songs I Love to Sing’ EP. 

This time, the premiere Nigerian Idol has teamed up with uber talented producer ‘CobhamsAsuquo ‘for a timeless remake of MajekFashek’s mega hit ‘Send down the Rain’.

Timi's version of 'Send down the rain' is   delivered over a mix of exciting instrumentals and matched with his trademark vocals which massages its listener into utter sensual relaxation from its beginning  and peaks into a colorful medley of beautiful notes.

"Songs I love to Sing is a special project because it affords me an opportunity to record some of the songs that have inspired and continue to inspire me as a song writer and singer" Timi states.

Rhiemen Omorogbe of Now Muzik, Timi's management pairs. "This single is the perfect lead for a project as important as this. The elegance and power of the original which was delivered by one of Africa’s greatest musical talents of all time and the relevance of the message to the current situation in Africa makes it the perfect first step in this extra-ordinary journey.  It is intended to continue on a positive note in 2013. He further explains, "We want everyone to be able to recognize Timi’s talents in full; This song will help fans appreciate Timi better as an artiste and re-emphasize what he represents".

Send  down the rain is a cry for hope, a conjunction of beautiful memories ,a homage to fallen soldiers, a celebration of well-deserved rewards ; and lastly whatever you want it to be.

Songs I love to Sing; The EP is a collection of classic covers of some of the greatest songs ever recorded. The EP is scheduled to be released in August 2013.