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Andre Vibez
Alexander Uwaifo (born 25 September 1988) known professionally as Andre Vibez, is a Nigerian music producer and songwriter. He is best known for producing " Rush" from Ayra Starr's album ''19 & Dangerous'' and Rema international hit single " Calm Down" which peaked at number one on the India IMI International chart and also peak no.3 on Billboard Hot 100 after its remix with Selena Gomez. In September 2022, he was announced as one of the newly signed record producers of the Nigerian record label, Mavin Records. Early life Vibez was born on 25 September 1988 and grew up in the south-south region of Nigeria, Benin City, Edo State. He attended Kings College, Lagos where he completed his secondary education, and later on he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Fine and Applied Arts from the University of Benin, Nigeria. Vibez's musical career started when he was a teenager in the year 2005. He grew up as a part of his father, Victor Uwaifo's music band "Titibiti". Career Vibez's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Afrobeats
Afrobeats, not to be confused with Afrobeat or Afroswing, is an umbrella term to describe popular music from West Africa and the diaspora that initially developed in Ghana, Nigeria, and the UK in the 2000s and 2010s. Afrobeats is less of a style per se, and more of a descriptor for the fusion of sounds flowing out of Ghana and Nigeria. Genres such as hiplife, jùjú music, highlife, azonto music, and naija beats, among others, were amalgamated under the "Afrobeats" umbrella. Afrobeats is primarily produced in Accra, Lagos, and London. Historian and cultural critic Paul Gilroy reflects on the changing London music scene as a result of shifting demographics: We are moving towards an African majority which is diverse both in its cultural habits and in its relationship to colonial and postcolonial governance, so the shift away from Caribbean dominance needs to be placed in that setting. Most of the grime folks are African kids, either the children of migrants or migrants them ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Victor Uwaifo
Victor Efosa Uwaifo (1 March 1941 – 28 August 2021) was a Nigerian musician, writer, sculptor, and musical instrument inventor, university lecturer, music legend, and the first Honorable Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism in Nigeria. He was the winner of the first gold disc in Africa (Joromi) released in 1965 and seven other gold discs in Guitar Boy, Arabade, Ekassa series and Akwete music. He recorded under the name "Victor Uwaifo and His Titibitis". Early life and education Victor Efosa Uwaifo was born in Benin City, Edo State, Colonial Nigeria and obtained his secondary school education at the Western Boys' High School Benin and St Gregory's College, Lagos, from 1957 to 1961. He began playing guitar when he was 12 years old, his earliest popular music influences being records of Spanish and Latin American music. He studied graphics at Yaba College of Technology, Lagos State and graduated in 1961–63 at the age of 22 years old. He received a bachelor's degree wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oxlade (singer)
Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman (born 22 April 1997), known professionally as Oxlade, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter signed to Troniq Music, Epic Records in France, and Columbia Records in the UK. He rose to prominence with the release of the song "Away", which appeared on ''Rolling Stone''s 50 best songs of 2020. After the success of his 2022 single " Ku Lo Sa", Oxlade was named Pandora Africa's Next Artist in July 2022. Early life and career Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman was born on 22 April 1997 in Surulere, a residential area of Lagos. After the passing of his mother when he was 3, he was raised by his father and grandmother. His father was a lecturer at Lagos State University, where he gained admission to study History and International Relations. He enrolled for two years before dropping off to pursue his musical career. In 2018, he was approached by A&R executive Bizzle Osikoya, right after the release of "Mamiwota" by Blaqbonez, off the ''Bad Boy Blaq'' EP, released thr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fireboy DML
Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan (born 5 February 1996), known professionally as Fireboy DML, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2018, he signed a record deal with YBNL Nation, a record label founded by rapper Olamide. His debut studio album, '' Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps'', was released in 2019. He won Listener's Choice and was nominated for Song of the Year for "Jealous" at the 2020 Soundcity MVP Awards Festival. His third studio album, ''Playboy'', entered the ''Billboard'' 200 at number 123. His latest album, '' Adedamola'', was released in 2024. Early life Fireboy DML was born and raised in Abeokuta, Ogun state, and was a member of his church choir. He developed an interest in music while studying at Obafemi Awolowo University, where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in English. He moved to Lagos to pursue music as a full-time career. Career 2018-2020: Debut and ''Apollo'' His breakthrough single "Jealous" first appeared on YBNL Nation's collaborative album, '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Omah Lay
Stanley Omah Didia (born 18 May 1997), known professionally as Omah Lay, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer. Omah Lay came into limelight and gained international recognition with his singles "Godly,” Understand," "Attention (Omah Lay and Justin Bieber song), Attention," and "Soso (Omah Lay song), Soso". He has won numerous awards including The Headies 2020, Headies in 2020 and 2023. Omah Lay released his debut studio album ''Boy Alone'' in 2022, followed by a deluxe in 2023. The album received critical acclaim. Early life Omah Lay was born 19 May 1997 and raised in city of Port Harcourt Igwuruta, Rivers state in Nigeria. He attended Comprehensive High School in Rivers State before proceeding to the University of Port Harcourt. Lay comes from a musical family. His grandfather played instruments for the singer Celestine Ukwu before he died in 1977. Lay's father played the drums. Career Early career: ''Get Layd'' and ''What Have We Done'' Omah Lay began h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Boy Spyce
Ugbekile David Osemeke (born 10 May 2001), known professionally as Boy Spyce, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He gained recognition following his 2021 cover of Wizkid's song "Essence". Its success led him to sign a recording contract with Mavin Records, which released his debut extended play, self-titled '' Boy Spyce'', in 2022 to modest commercial success. Early life Boy Spyce was born in Isolo, Lagos State, but hails from Edo State. He grew up living in Jakande Estate, Isolo. For his secondary education, he attended Lagos State Model College Kankon, Badagry, and he is the last born in a family of seven. Career Boy Spyce launched his music career by posting song covers on social media platforms in 2019. In 2021, he gained recognition after posting a cover of Wizkid's hit song "Essence" featuring Tems. The cover caught the attention of Don Jazzy, the founder of Mavin Records, who offered him a recording deal and introduced him to the public on 14 April 2022. He then rel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Johnny Drille
'Johnny Drille (born John Ighodaro; 5 July 1990) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and music producer. He rose to prominence in 2015 after releasing a cover of Di’Ja’s song "Awww", which attracted the attention of Don Jazzy, the founder of Mavin Records. He is known for his emotive style, blending folk, soul, and African influences. Early life and education Johnny Drille was born and raised in Edo State, Nigeria. His father is a school principal and clergyman. He has four siblings. He started singing in his father's church at an early age. He attended the University of Benin, Benin City, where he studied English and Literature. Career Johnny Drille began his musical career in church. He was one of the contestants on the sixth season of ''Project Fame West Africa'' in 2013. In 2015, he released a cover of Di'Ja's "Awww", which caught the attention of Mavin's CEO Don Jazzy. His debut single "Wait for Me" was released in 2015. It was nominated for Best Alternative Son ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Crayon (singer)
Charles Chibueze Chukwu (born 8 July 1997), professionally known as Crayon, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2019, he was signed to Mavin Records. Early life Crayon was born in Orile Iganmu, a community in Surulere, a suburb in Lagos State. He hails from Ebonyi State. At age 7, he moved to Ojo, Lagos where he grew up in a family of four. For his secondary education, he attended Treasure Court College, in Ojo. Career In May 2019, Crayon was signed to Blowtime Entertainment, an imprint of Mavin Records. On 12 July 2019, he released his debut EP ''Cray Cray''. On 19 March 2021, Crayon released the single "Jackpot" featuring Bella Shmurda, off his second EP ''Twelve A.M'' that was released on 26 March 2021. Crayon released the single "Ijo (Laba Laba)" on 6 July 2022, which peaked at number 5 on the ''Turntable'' Top 100 chart. Crayon's debut album, ''Trench to Triumph'', delves into his challenging upbringing in a crowded apartment with nine people and rise to succ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Magixx (singer)
Alexander Adelabu (born 27 September 1999), widely known as Magixx, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2021, he was signed to Mavin Records. He is known for a distinctly hybrid approach fusing trap, dancehall, Afropop and R&B. In 2019, Magixx initiated his rise to fame when he released 'Problem,' a blend of Afropop and Afro R&B, showcasing his evolving musical exploration. The track quickly seized the spotlight within Nigeria's music elite, drawing admiration from notable figures like Mayorkun, M.I, Zlatan Ibile, and the influential Don Jazzy of Mavin Records. This attention culminated in his eventual signing with Mavin Records. Early life and education Adelabu was born and brought up in Lagos State. He obtained a degree in Mass Communication from the University of Lagos. He is known for a distinctly hybrid approach fusing trap, dancehall, Afropop and R&B. Magixx's musical journey began in Lagos, Nigeria, where his passion for music blossomed at a young age. Introduced to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Don Jazzy
Michael Collins Ajereh (born 26 November 1982), known professionally as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian music executive, record producer, singer, songwriter, businessman, and philanthropist. He founded the record label Mavin Records in 2012, as a subsidiary of Mavin Global Holdings, through which he has signed artists including Rema, Ayra Starr, Magixx, Bayanni, Johnny Drille, Ladipoe, Lifesize Teddy, DJ Big N, and Boy Spyce. He co-founded Mo' Hits Records with D'banj in 2004, and was an in-house producer for Kanye West's GOOD Music from 2011 to 2013. Early life and education Don Jazzy was born Michael Collins Ajereh in Umuahia, Abia State, on 26 November 1982, the son of Collins Enebeli Ajereh and Mrs Ajereh. His father is from Isoko in Delta State. His mother is an Igbo princess from Abia State and his father is a member of the Isoko people. Ajereh's family moved to Ajegunle, Lagos, where Don Jazzy was raised. He was educated at the co-educational high school, Federal G ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
London (record Producer)
Michael Ovie Hunter (born 21 October 1999), known professionally as Thisizlondon (pronounced as London, and formerly stylised in all caps), is a Nigerian-British record producer and disc jockey, DJ. He is best known for co-producing the 2022 global hit single, "Calm Down (Rema song), Calm Down" for Rema (musician), Rema before Selena Gomez hopped on the remix. It reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100, peaked atop the IMI International Top 20 Singles, IMI International (becoming the second song by a Nigerian artist to do so) and remains the most internationally successful Afrobeats song. Signing with Blowtime Entertainment in 2019, he's produced for other notable artists including Crayon (singer), Crayon, Ayra Starr, Rema (musician), Rema, Wizkid, Selena Gomez, 6lack, Yseult (singer), Yseult, and Ladipoe. His other successful productions include Rema (musician), Rema's: "Calm Down (Rema song), Calm Down" and "Ozeba", Ayra Starr's "Fashion Killa" an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
