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NAIRA, J-HAZE & SADE ‘Colour of Love’ Debut (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Ladybrille Magazine — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:23:24 +0000

Atlanta based artist NAIRA (Nigerian American I represent Africa ) draws inspiration with Sade to give us the ‘Colour of Love.’

“Avant-Garde Exchange present: NAIRA’s new undertaking entitled ”The Colour of Love”. The 9 track EP is a collaborative work of 3 phenomenal individuals [SADE + J HAZE + NAIRA]. Each song is entirely Sade inspired, whether sampled or a completely revamped rendition. NAIRA and the gifted producer (J Haze) joined forces and remixed a hand full of Sade’s songs to collectively display the different faces that love wears…

The EP features guest appearances by internationally acclaimed rapper Cy Marshall Law and blazing newcomer Draft. Naira and J Haze further explored the element of collaboration on “Visible Spectrum” which features cuts & blends from world famous DJ Rasta Root.”

LISTEN to RAINY DAYS & QUIET STORMS by NAIRA

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Sauce Kid ‘African American Album’ Available on Notjustok.com!

Ladybrille Magazine — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:17:16 +0000

Los Angeles based Nigerian rapper Sauce Kid’s album is finally here. The highly anticipated ‘African-American album features 20tracks with collaborations from some of the industry’s top names. Visit Notjusok.com for a listen and to purchase.

DJ Mighty Mike Presents- Heavy Something Part IX (Free Download)

Ladybrille Magazine — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:30:20 +0000

DJ Mighty Mike presents “HEAVY SOMETHING,” a mixtape compilation showcasing hot new Nigerian Music both within and outside Nigeria. This is Part 9 of the popular mixtape series. The first volume was released back in 2006. This volume features new tracks from artists like eLDee, Duncan Mighty, Sam Klef, Klever Jay, KAS, Tiwa Savage, 9ice, D’Prince, R2Bees and WizKid amongst others. It also features remixes of classic hits from Bracket, Modenine, General Pype and Question Mark Allstar. The mixtape offers the opportunity to keep up to date with new music from Nigeria.

The Mixtape Experience is available for download here!

“DJ Mighty Mike is forefront Nigerian DJ based in Atlanta, GA. He is recognized widely, both for his mastery in spinning records and his role in Promoting Nigerian Music. In his efforts to spread the awareness of Nigerian Music worldwide, Mighty Mike has since released over 40 Mixtapes, widely circulated around the world – most notably, his “HEAVY SOMETHING” mixtape series. Amongst other things, he authors a famous Nigerian music blog, and is a member of NAIJA DJS – The Hottest Coalition of Nigerian DJs worldwide”

Nicki Minaj ‘Your Love’ (VIDEO)

Ladybrille Magazine — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:17:02 +0000

Nicki Minaj – New Music – More Music Videos

Artist: Nicki Minaj
Song: Your Love
According to MTV, “The Annie Lennox-sampling track “Your Love” (has) made Nicki Minaj the first solo female rapper to top Billboard’s Rap Songs charts since Missy Elliot’s “Work It” (that would be over seven years ago).”

Onome Mr. O ‘Naija Man’ (Audio)

Ladybrille Magazine — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:41:46 +0000

Artist Onome Ovwori drops new single ‘Naija man,’ a fusion of jazz and afro hip-hop beats.

“Onome Ovwori (pronounce ‘Owori’ aka Mr. O) a jazz artist was born and raised in Nigeria, West Africa. He embraced the love of music at the age of seven when his Dad presented him with a keyboard as a Christmas gift and although he is skillful at a number of musical instruments such as the drums and bass guitar, he has fully mastered the art of playing the keyboard. From his early beginnings till date he has gone on to advance his career by playing in churches, live concerts with some of Africa and America’s best talents in the industry, and other performances.

Onome started playing in churches back in Nigeria. He has been privileged to work with renowned Nigerian artistes like Daddy Showkey, Anne Inyang, Tunde Balogun, Sammy Okposo, Tunde and Wumi Obe (Deja Vu), Kunle Ayo, Mike Aremu, and Pastor Kunle Ajayi. In addition he has performed in places like Motherlan’, French Cultural Centre, Mama G, and Murphy’s. Some of Onome’s collaborations include a recording with “The Apostles” in Lagos,Nigeria titled “Art of the Apostles”. He also played with Nathaniel Bassey on the New Jazz Stew Project album called “Revelation”. In addition he has been privileged to work with American artistes like Rose Harper of Shekinah Glory Ministries and Daniel Winans, Deitrick Haddon, Lenny LeBlanc and played alongside Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, Helen Baylor, and Lionel Peterson. Onome has also worked with budding artistes as a songwriter and producer along with Tim Shider for their upcoming projects.

Although he has worked on numerous musical projects, his preferred genre is a mix of jazz, world beat, gospel, hip hop and R&B, which he coins “Contemporary Afro Jazz”. This unique blend of musical flavors comes alive in Onome’s debut album, “TIME”, which was released in 2009 and people can get it easily online at iTunes, Amazon, CDbaby, and Napster. He recently performed at the CBN (Christian Broadcasting Network) Turning Point studios and is currently signed to Kussu Productions (United Entertainment Media Limited) record label based in Europe.

Onome’s work is reflective of his admiration for Ramsey Lewis, Lagbaja, Hugh Masekela, Wayman Tisdale and Joe Sample
Onome attended the Delta State University, Nigeria and graduated with Bachelors in Mass Communication. In addition to that he attended the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) in 2003. Onome currently resides in the United States and his happily married with three children.

Onome is currently putting finishing touches to his soon to be released EP titled Mon Jade.”

CLICK TO LISTEN TO NAIJA MAN BY Mr. O

‘Ariwo Ko’ by Fr3Style (Audio)

Ladybrille Magazine — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:49:44 +0000

Essien aka ‘Fr3Style’ took a break from Nigeria’s music industry but he is back and this time mixing different genres within the music industry for a unique sound. The rapper drops ‘Ariwo Ko’ a nice rhythmic dancehall song with a fusion of highlife and fuji. The award winning rapper formerly ‘Freestyle’ who changed his name to Fr3Style, is set to drop his album titled ‘My name is Essien’ under the Make Somm Noiz Entertainment record label soon.

CLICK TO LISTEN TO ARIWO KO by FR3STYLE

DJ Dee Money Presents Naija Gbedu Reloaded Vol. 1 (Free Download!)

Ladybrille Magazine — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:12:47 +0000

One of Africa’s favorite DJs, DJ Dee Money prominently known for his master record spinning skills and mixtapes like “Naija Music Takeover,” “Naija Gbedu 1-12” and even more recently, his “Da Grin Tribute” is offering his latest ‘Naija Gbedu Reloaded Vol. 1′ mixtape free for download!

“Naija Gbedu Reloaded VOL. 1 caters to upcoming artistes that fans overseas may not be familiar with, “ explains DJ Dee Money in a press release to media. “I gladly do the introduction.”

The 33 track mixtape features popular Nigerian artists like D’banj, Sound Sultan, 2face and elDee. It also features emerging artists like Wizkid, Skales, Ajuju and Tiwa Savage.

Download your free copy: http://www.sendspace.com/file/y4sykz

Keep up with DJ Dee Money on twitter: www.twitter.com/djdeemoney

DJ Neptune aka Eva Blazin’ DJ Presents Reggae/Dance Hall Mix Tape (Free Download)

Ladybrille Magazine — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:11:52 +0000

DJ Neptune aka Eva Blazin drops another one of his highly danceable Reggae Dance-hall Mix tapes. The 2010 Africa Entertainment Awards Best International DJ is offering the mixtape free for download to Ladybrillemag.com readers. If you are a fan of reggae/dance hall, click this link to download your copy!

ZARA ‘Wait for you (Aboko ku)’

Ladybrille Magazine — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:43:48 +0000

Toni Payne managed artist Zara releases new music ‘Wait for you, Aboko ku’. A little bio from Zara about Zara,

“Born Margaret Mary Joseph on July 30th, Nigerian music superstar ZARA is creating a buzz around the music scene both home and abroad. Zara as she is popularly known by fans across the globe has a uniqueness that sets her apart from most Nigerian female emcees. Her smooth entrapping voice and the powerful delivery of her jaw dropping lyrics in songs like “Mommi Mi” and “The Flyest” which are both singles in her upcoming album have captured the attention of fans and left them wanting more.

Zara considers her style a mixture of dancehall and afro hip hop, with influences like Onyeka Onwenu, Shina Peters and King Sunny Ade (KSA); Zara effectively delivers her lyrics with a cultural twist. Independent of anything the Nigerian entertainment industry has ever seen, Zara also appreciates and is influenced by the creativity of female artists like Gwen Stefani, Madonna, and Angelique Kidjo.

Her bloom into the Nigerian music industry in 2006 was accompanied by collaborations with the likes of Eldee the Don, Keno Kenett, Zaina and a Dj Dee Money production of the infamous track “show yourself” with Ezzie B, Naira and Nyja. Performing and collaborating with a diverse pool of artists solidifies Zara’s versatility and authenticates her “Zwagger,” making her a talent to reckon with.

Zara is currently being managed under Toni Payne concepts, and according to her, she has no creative boundaries as she continues to grow as Naija’s flyest femcee.”

CLICK TO LISTEN TO WAIT FOR YOU (Aboko Ku) by ZARA

Visit Zara’s Facebook page to stay up to date with her music.

Artist to Watch: TUNJI ‘Towards the Future ft. Deacon the Villain’

Ladybrille Magazine — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:51:14 +0000

Nigerian-American Artist Tunji is a Ladybrille Artist to Watch. Tunji is known more as a blogger and record “label dude.” But, he is also blessed with the gift of music. He was in a group called Inverse and has now recorded his first solo record. His single ‘Towards the Future ft. Deacon the Villain’ we think will be a hit. The song which he debuted on his birthday June 18th, 2010 is a celebratory song about appreciating new beginnings without forgetting the lessons of the past. “It is a breezy, laid back, feel good joint I hope (people) enjoy, ” said Tunji to Ladybrillemag.com.” The single is off his forthcoming Still Rising EP coming this fall. Enjoy and stay tuned for more updates on Tunji!

CLICK TO LISTEN TO TUNJI TOWARDS THE FUTURE FT. DEACON VILLAIN