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)

IT’S LADIES FIRST AT APRIL EDITION OF STR8 UP HIP-HOP

 Every edition of Str8 up Hip hop has definitive message for the hip hop culture, thus the April edition of the Now Muzik En.Core production, is aimed at celebrating the brightness and beauty hip hop fly sisters have brought to the game.

Themed Ladies First, it will recognize the contribution of the rappatainer, Weird MC who was the first Nigerian artiste to release a video-single; First Lady of Nigerian hip hop, Sasha P who was the first ever Nigerian female artist to perform at the 20th anniversary of the World Music Awards in October 2008 and the late DJ Lokshai, the first ever Nigerian female DJ.

The delectable spoken word artiste and entrepreneur, Toni Payne, will host the ladies and other hip hop enthusiasts at the venue, The Place, Isaac John Street, GRA, Ikeja on Thursday April 25, 2013. 

An admission ticket of N5000 will enable guests enjoy performances by Dolapo, Splash, Butafly and DJ Lambo.

The event will also feature breath-taking B-boy and emcee battle sessions as well as graffiti art.

Ladies First edition of Str8 Up Hip-hop is proudly supported by Kally and Mowa water brands. Red carpet starts at 5pm.

Str8 Up Hip-hop! Celebrate the art form, live the culture!

DJ JIMMY JATT AND MODENINE 'WOWED' AT STR8 UP HIP-HOP B.I.G TRIBUTE

Cool DJ Jimmy Jatt

 The March edition of Str8 Up, Hip-hop was indeed a major gathering of Hip-hop heads and intellectuals who sought to experience firsthand the place of lyrics in that music genre and they were not disappointed.

The niche urban monthly event, which held last Thursday at Koga Studios, Oregun, Ikeja, witnessed the veteran DJ, Cool DJ Jimmy Jatt and Modenine at their best as they treated the crowd to the lyrics in hip hop.

Modenine

Themed Lyricism 101, the edition was aimed at appreciating the importance of lyrics in Hip-hop and remembering the works and immense contributions of Christopher Wallace also known as Notorious B.I.G.

  

Thus, DJ Jatt slammed classics of the late rapper which brought back cherished memories. Many were seen bopping their heads to the beat, moving on their seats and rapping along.

 

Andre Blaze

The event was hosted by brilliant orator and Hip-hop enthusiast, Andre Blaze who fed the hip-hop hungry crowd to an amazing Notorious B.I.G history and gradually took them into the world of lyricism.

Dolapo

In the same vein, there was a previewed session from Modenine’s latest album, Alphabetical Order. The multi award winning rapper’s performance was no doubt the best of the night, almost all in attendance got on their feet and rapped along with the veteran as he performed some of his timeless hits and his new single, ‘Let It Go’.

Butafly

The crowd was also treated to almost all the Hip-hop elements which includes mesmerizing B-boy stunts, captivating spoken word by Dolapo, live graffiti by Uprizn, energetic performances by Butafly and Five Mics and superb DJ’ing by DJ OZ.

A major feature of Str8 Up, Hip-hop, Emcee battle, was tightly contested by highly talented emcees but finally won by upcoming rapper, Yung Soss, whose style was unquestionably unique.

Five Mics

Now Muzik En.Core is planning yet another Str8 Up, Hip-hop edition for April. The theme will be announced soon.

Str8 Up, Hip-hop! Celebrate the art form, live the culture!

Battle Emcees

Yung Soss

Graffiti Art by Uprizn

Break Dancers

Uprizn