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Iyanya
Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk (born 31 October 1986), better known as Iyanya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Calabar, he rose to fame after winning the first season of ''Project Fame West Africa''. In 2009, Iyanya released his debut studio album ''My Story'', which was supported by the singles "No Time" and "Love Truly". He co-founded the record label Made Men Music Group with Ubi Franklin in 2011. His second studio album ''Desire'', which was released in February 2013, produced the singles " Kukere", " Ur Waist", " Flavour", " Sexy Mama", and " Jombolo". Iyanya has won several awards, including Artist of the Year at The Headies 2013. In October 2016, he announced on Instagram that he signed a record deal with Mavin Records. Prior to signing with Mavin, he inked a management deal with Temple Management Company. Iyanya first announced his intentions to leave Made Men Music Group in July 2016. Early life and education Iyanya was born on Palm Street in Calabar, Cro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flavour (Iyanya Song)
"Flavor" (also spelt "Flavour") is a song recorded by Nigerian singer Iyanya for his second studio album, ''Desire'' (2013). It was released as the record's third commercial single on 10 November 2012 through Made Men Music Group, a record label he co-owns with his manager, Franklin Ube. Written by the singer and produced by long-time collaborator D'Tunes, "Flavor" is a highlife and pop-influenced song. It features Iyanya questioning his lover through repetitive lyrics. The single received generally positive reviews from contemporary music critics; a reviewer from ''Pulse'' congratulated Iyanya's grooviness while another provided an explanation for its success. An accompanying music video for "Flavor" was released on 24 December 2012 and features the singer performing and dancing through a shopping centre and a nightclub in London. Iyanya has also performed the single on several occasions, including on his 2013 promotional tours for ''Desire''. Background and composition "Fla ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Desire (Iyanya Album)
''Desire'' (often stylized as ''Iyanya vs. Desire'') is the second studio album by Nigerian singer Iyanya. It was released on 6 February 2013, by Made Men Music Group. The album features guest appearances from M.I, Wizkid, D'banj, Emma Nyra, Tiwa Savage, Flavour N'abania, May D, Vector, Tekno, and Yung L. The album's production was handled by Tee-Y Mix, D'Tunes, Mr. Chidoo, GospelOnDeBeatz and Young D. ''Desire'' was supported by several hit singles " Kukere", "Kukere" (Remix), " Flavour", " Jombolo", " Ur Waist", and " Sexy Mama". Background and recording The meaning behind ''Desire'' stems from the concept of one having an alter ego. In a nutshell, Iyanya compares and contrasts his dualistic personalities, saying, "Desire was just an R&B guy with a great voice who took time to write music and talk about his feelings but just a few people appreciate Desire. Desire always begged for shows, hustles for everything but Iyanya is global. Iyanya is accepted by all." Iyanya started wo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sexy Mama (Iyanya Song)
"Sexy Mama" is a song recorded by Nigerian singer Iyanya featuring Wizkid for the former's second studio album, ''Desire'' (2013). It was issued to digital retailers as the album's fifth single on 6 February 2013, coinciding with the release of the parent album, through his label Made Men Music Group. Written by both of the two musicians, "Sexy Mama" was solely produced by D'Tunes. It is a dancehall and dance-inspired track that contains lyrics pertaining to a man's interest in a girl he met at a club. The single received generally positive feedback from music critics, who favoured the track as one of Iyanya's best songs. "Sexy Mama" peaked at number one on Nigeria's "Official Naija Top Ten Chart", compiled by MTV Base. An accompanying music video was released on 26 April 2013 and features both of the artists performing the song and choreography amidst a white backdrop. The use of special effects prompted a nomination for "Best Use of Visual Effects" at the 2013 Nigeria Music ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kukere
"Kukere" (Efik: "Don't think/worry") is a song by Nigerian singer Iyanya. It was released as the lead single from his second studio album, ''Desire'' (2013) on 23 November 2011. Upon release, the song peaked at number one on Top FM's May Chart, Soundcity's Viewers Choice, Rhythm FM, and The Beat 99.9 FM's Blackberry Top Ten Countdown. Moreover, it peaked at number two on Radio Port Harcourt. "Kukere" won Hottest Single of the Year at 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards and Best Pop Single at The Headies 2012. Background CEO Dancers performed the song during their performance on ''Britain's Got Talent''. Cokobar and Iyanya organized the Kukere Queen Competition in order to better promote the album in London. The competition required participants to submit a dancing video of themselves along with three justifications for why they should win. Accolades Kukere (Remix) The remix of "Kukere" was made available on August 20, 2012; it features vocals by D'banj and serves as the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Story (Iyanya Album)
''My Story'' is the debut studio album by Nigerian singer Iyanya. It was released by CN Media in 2009, and features production from ID Cabasa, OJB Jezreel, K-Solo and Tee-Y Mix. Recording artists featured on ''My Story'' include M.I, Faze, DJ Zeez, Bokwilla and Ugly. Background Iyanya started recording the album after winning the inaugural season of ''Project Fame West Africa''. ''My Story'' is predominantly R&B but contains elements of hip hop and reggae. On 4 October 2009, Iyanya launched the "Symphony of Iyanya", a concert dedicated to celebrating the album's release. The concert was held at Ultima Studios in Omole, Lagos. Singles The Faze-assisted track "No Time" was released as the album's lead single. "Love Truly" was released as the album's second single. The music video for the song was recorded in Nigeria. "Iyanya (My Story)" was released as the album's third single; its music video was filmed in South Africa. Track listing Personnel * Iyanya – primary artist * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jombolo
"Jombolo" is a song by Nigerian singer Iyanya. It was released as the sixth single from his second studio album, ''Desire'' (2013), and debuted at number one on 360nobs' Top 10 Most Downloaded Songs chart for the week of 21 July to 27 July 2013. The song was produced by GospelOnDeBeatz and features guest vocals by singer Flavour N'abania. Music video The music video for "Jombolo" was directed by Sesan Ogunro and features numerous waist movement and beautiful women. Accolades The music video for "Jombolo" was nominated for Best High Life Video and Best Use of Choreography at the 2013 Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA). The video was also nominated for Most Gifted Afro Pop at the 2014 Channel O Music Video Awards The 2014 Channel O Music Video Awards took place on 29 November 2014 at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Soweto. Nominees were announced on 4 September. Cassper Nyovest, K.O and Davido led the nominations with 5 each. DJ Clock's hit song "Pluto", which .... Track listing ; Di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ur Waist
"Ur Waist" is a song by Nigerian singer Iyanya. It features guest vocals by Emma Nyra and was released as the second single from his second studio album, ''Desire'' (2013). Background and music video In "Ur Waist", Iyanya made reference to Tonto Dikeh, Tiwa Savage, and Yvonne Nelson. During his freestyle on Tim Westwood's Crib Sessions, he switched from saying "Yvonne Nelson, I have your medicine" to saying "Yvonne Nelson, I lost your medicine." The accompanying music video for "Ur Waist" was directed by Clarence Peters and filmed at Suntan Beach in Badagry. On August 23, 2012, a behind-the-scenes video from the video shoot was posted to YouTube. Accolades "Ur Waist" was nominated for Best Pop Single and Song of the Year at The Headies 2013. Iyanya received a nomination for Best International Performance at the 2013 Soul Train Music Awards The Soul Train Music Awards is an annual music awards ceremony which honors the best in African-American culture, music and entertainment ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Headies 2013
The Headies 2013 was the 8th edition of The Headies. It was held on 26 December 2013, at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos. The show was hosted by Tiwa Savage and Dr SID. Olamide was the biggest awardee of the night, winning three awards from seven nominations. Phyno won the Best Rap Single category for his song "Man of the Year". D'Tunes, Praiz, and Blackmagic all won for the first time. Sean Tizzle won the Next Rated category and was later awarded a Hyundai Tucson. Davido took home two awards, including Best R&B/Pop Album for ''Omo Baba Olowo''. Iyanya only received one award from five nominations. Veteran Fuji artist Wasiu Ayinde Marshall was inducted into the Headies Hall of Fame. 2 Face Idibia, Banky W., Waje, Nikki Laoye, Mode 9, Dr SID and Kcee all went home with a plaque. Harrysong's tribute song to Nelson Mandela, titled "Mandela", won the Most Downloaded Callertune award. Controversy Burna Boy reportedly exited the Oriental Hotel after Sean Tizzle was announced ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mavin Records
Mavin Records (also known as the Supreme Mavin Dynasty) is a Nigerian corporation and record label founded by record producer and recording artist Don Jazzy on 8 May 2012. The label's inception came to fruition following the closure of Mo' Hits Records, a record label Don Jazzy and D'banj. The label is home to recording artists such as Rema (musician), Rema, Ayra Starr, Crayon (singer), Crayon, Johnny Drille, Ladipoe, Magixx (singer), Magixx, Boy Spyce, Bayanni, and Lifesize Teddy. It also houses producers such as Don Jazzy, Altims, London Record Society, London, Baby Fresh, and Andre Vibez. In 2014, DJ Big N became the label's official disc jockey. D'Prince, Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal, Reekado Banks and Iyanya were all formerly signed to the label. On 8 May 2012, the label released its compilation album ''Solar Plexus (album), Solar Plexus''. In January 2019, Mavin Records secured a multi-million dollars investment from Kupanda Holdings, a subsidiary of Kupanda Capital and TPG Growth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Emma Nyra
Emma Chukwugoziam Obi (born in July 18, 1988) professionally known by her stage name of Emma Nyra., is an American-born Nigerian singer, songwriter, actress, and model. Her associate acts include Iyanya, Selebobo, Davido, Cynthia Morgan, Victoria Kimani, and Patoranking. Early life Emma Nyra was born and raised in Tyler, Texas, where she had her early education. She is of Igbo descent from Delta State, located in the south-southern region of Nigeria. In 2012, she left for Nigeria to pursue a career in music and modelling. Education She is an alumna of Texas Southern University, where she graduated with a degree in Health Care Administration. Career Music Emma Nyra released her debut singles titled "Do It" and "Everything I Do" in 2011 while in the U.S. Upon her return to Nigeria in 2012, she started working with D'Tunes and Iyanya who she had met in 2010 while in the U.S. In March 2012, she signed a recording contract with Made Men Music Group before she went on to ... [...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] |
University Of Calabar
The University of Calabar is a federal university situated in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. It is one of Nigeria's second-generation federal universities. The University of Calabar was a campus of the University of Nigeria until 1975. The present Vice Chancellor is Prof. Florence B. Obi. The post of the DVC (Academic) is held by Dr. Angela Oyo Ita (Professor), while Dr. Grace Eno Nta (Professor) is the current DVC (Administration). The architecture was designed by John Elliott. It was established by decree to fulfill this traditional mandate, its motto "Knowledge for Service". The University of Calabar was one of the foremost Nigerian Universities to automate students' registration processes through the College Portal, and has taken a step further to automate her alumni relations which includes an online transcript request and processing, being first of its kind in the country. University Library The University of Calabar Library is the main academic library of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |