Date of Release: March 17th, 2023 Details/Takeaway: On her latest single ‘Why’, young talent Qing Madi continues her distinctive, effervescent combination of melodicism, irresistible rhythmic drive and inspiration that fulfill her goal of making music that’s fun, uplifting, empowering and celebratory.
Read More »Liverpool and Newcastle ready to pounce if Real Madrid let teenage talent go: report
Liverpool and Newcastle United are reportedly among the clubs monitoring on-loan Real Madrid striker Iker Bravo ahead of a possible summer move. The 18-year-old joined the Spanish giants’ Castilla side from Bayer Leverkusen last summer on a deal to the end of the season. However, he has mustered just two …
Read More »‘Top Boy’: Spinall takes his talent to the world stage [Pulse Album Review]
After making a name for himself in Nigeria, Spinall sets his gaze on the international scene as he aims to follow in the footsteps of other international DJs who also double as producers and reliable hitmakers. The hitmaking aspect is a stroll in the park for Spinall who has scored …
Read More »New talent Hika makes debut with ‘Rehikanation’ EP
Date of Release: February 6th, 2023 Length: 17 minutes 18 seconds Details/Takeaway: The six-track EP, ‘Rehikanation’, showcases Hika’s versatility and includes intro tracks ‘Hika’, ‘Mata’, ‘Let Me Know’, ‘Ijo ft Master Yen’, ‘Ajasco’, and ‘Hosanna’. Each track has its own unique sound and vibe, including love, happiness, dance, and introspection. …
Read More »Anekwe John Paul emerges winner of Hi-Life Fest 2022 music talent show
As the winner, Anekwe received a cash prize of N10 million, a 15 million music distribution deal, a five million video production deal, and a N15 million album recording deal with some of Nigeria’s finest producers. Throughout the show, the budding singer serenaded the audience with his sonorous voice, confidence, …
Read More »Exciting new talent Kold AF announces herself with impressive 2-track EP, ‘Kold SZN’
Date of Release: December 9th, 2022 Producers: (Track 1 – SirBastien), (Track 2 – Mike Misan) Length: 5 minutes 03 seconds Features: 2 – Victony, Ktizo Label: Arktik Kold Ltd, distributed by The Plug Entertainment Details/Takeaway: With her new EP ‘Kold SZN,’ Kold AF is set to display her versatility, …
Read More »Novemba displays flashes of his fluid talent on ‘Escapade’
The fast-emerging talent tested the waters of Nigerian mainstream music with his debut EP ‘Novian Universe’ which displayed cross-genre influences with a domineering Afro-pop presence. ‘Escapade’ is a personal reflection that sees Novemba reflect on his ambitions love life, and desires. Novemba’s music leans primarily toward pop as his flow …
Read More »Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers launches FUZE Talent Hunt
The leading Pension Fund Administrator (based on Assets under Management) is seeking to promote indigenous talents and help them explore their creativity and business prowess through the initiative. FUZE Talent Hunt would employ a holistic approach to youth empowerment, and feature four categories across Music, Dance, Fashion and Technology. The …
Read More »CNN Lays Off Hundreds of Employees Starting with On-Air Talent
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, peasants. CNN CEO Chris Licht is doing what his new major shareholders want him to do, transition CNN into a cheap money-making machine and turn the ship starward. His letter to the employees, with on-air talent, targeted first: To my CNN colleagues, Our people …
Read More »Skimzo wins Naija Star Search talent show, Takes Lion’s share from N10million Prize Money
After three months of drama, intrigues, and electrifying performances by contestants in Nigeria’s first Afrobeats contest and talent hunt show, ‘Naija Search Talent’, Skimzo has emerged the winner. The Top 3 finalists were Skimzo, Melo, and Eniola. Skimzo battled to get the winning prize of N5 million, while the 1st …
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