THE NIGHT CRYSTALS GOT ‘ELEVATED’ AT INDUSTRY NITE

An amazing album launch party produced by Now Muzik for the 2012 Star Quest Winners Crystals which held on the 20^th of February at Industry Nite has no doubt convinced a good number of music lovers and critics that the band is gradually carving a niche for themselves  in the Nigerian Music Scene .

The event which was powered by Spinlet and The Beat 99.9 FM was well attended by people of all age groups and works of life and kicked off with performances by some upcoming artistes. Astounding performances by rappers; Efa and Butafly and a live performance by D’Beat (2011 Star Quest winners) further spiced up the occasion, While fast rising pop sensation, Seyi Shay thrilled the crowd with her latest  single, ‘No Lele’ .

The most interesting part of the night was when Crystals band was called to the stage, the loud ovation indicated that the audience already knew what to expect and Crystals did not fall short of expectation. Their live performance was mesmerizing and hitch-free as they sailed smoothly from song to song with second to none vocal dexterity and control. The crowd was thoroughly entertained and some were seen on their feet in an effort to get a glimpse of the young stars energetic performance. 

When asked what he thought about the show, an attendee readily said; “This is one of the best Industry Nite performances I have witnessed, it easily would have passed for a mini-concert, I had so much fun and my respect for Crystals just doubled”. 

Among those that partied with Crystals were some producers on the Elevated project; Spyke, Samklef, Nathaniel, OJB Jezreel and Phat E. Lynxx, Rocksteady and Praiz were also among the celebrities sighted having a good time.

According to Tjina Ajayi of Now Muzik Management, “The Elevated album launch was way beyond our expectation, the turnout was massive and encouraging. Fans, family and friends came in from different states to support Crystals. The work has only just begun as Crystals will be working tirelessly to promote the Elevated album and will also be touring with 2face on his campus connect tour which is scheduled to kick off in soon”.

                                

 

D'BEAT GETS NOMINATED FOR 2012 NMVA

Many who closely followed the 2011 Star Quest talent hunt show were not surprised to see D’beat band emerge as winners. The band members displayed a ‘winning’ attitude from the very beginning until the day they were proclaimed the best band in fame land.

They were subsequently signed to Nigeria’s premiere management outfit, Now Muzik , thereby becoming management family members with some of Africa’s finest artises ; 2face Idibia, Tmi Dakolo and J.Martins.  The band has since performed in major concerts across Nigeria which includes but not limited to the Away and Beyond Concerts in Abuja and Port-Harcourt. 

D’beat’s debut single, oyoyo which was written and produced by Paul Play, co-produced and mixed by Del’B, easily made it to the playlist of good music lovers few hours after its release and the video, directed by fast rising Patrick Elis receives heavy rotation till date. 

Fast forward to November 2012, their toil and labour has no doubt taken them to greater heights as Oyoyo makes it to the nomination list alongside Timi Dakolo, Burna Boy and Dipp in the best RnB video category for 2012 Nigeria Music Video Award (NMVA) .  

The band boasts of a solid ten(10) track album titled “D’Beat Goes On” which was launched on the 5^th of July 2012 with production contributions from Paul Play, OJB Jezreel and Phat E amongst other top notch producers. 

Speaking on their nomination, they said, “It is a big thing for us to be nominated for such a prestigious award, it means we are doing something right and that our effort is recognized, we thank Nigeria Breweries for the platform offered to us, Now Muzik , for believing in us and expending themselves vigorously in our project, not forgetting our ever loving fans for their continuous  loyal support. We appreciate everyone and we hope to win our first ever award in our quest to be the number one band in Nigeria.” 

Voting for the NMVA starts on the 24^th of November (www.livebeats.net)   and the Awards will hold on the 20^th of December 2012 at the Exhibition hall of Eko Hotel and suites.  

Watch oyoyo here:  http://www.youtube.com/dbeatofficial