Ric Hassani ( @richassani )- Depression

Ric Hassani is an Afro Pop Artist.  His great passion for Music has always been a large part of his life from a very young age. He has released singles such as Dreams, Let Me Speak, Radio, Wetin you do, Hello, Be my girl, Dance Dance Baby Dance. Here is an Amazingly crafted song tilted Depression from him. This Song is from the heart asking Oluwa to Bless his music hustle. Enjoy !

Mixtape: DJ Smart Don – Shake Body Mix Vol 10 (Best African Edition)

Finally, the award winning DJ Smart Don of  Wazobia fm presents:

SHAKE BODY MIX VOL. 10
(mix  compilation of Africa’s Top 30 newest Radio/Club banger to dominate till December 2013)

NAYOSOUL - Go Where You Are

NAYOSOUL', born Odunayo Ayorinde, is a Nigerian Soul/Jazz singer, Vocalist and songwriter.

Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Nayosoul she listened to her grandmother and sisters sing in the choir and later explained that this may have inspired her interest in music. 

When she was 17 or 18 years old, Naysoul started writing lyrics for music touching on any topic that came to mind, especially Christian music. Her primary singing experience came from "singing in the shower". She was groomed in the Church choir and started taking 'solos' at the age of 14 where she one day discovered her love for soul/jazz music.

An impeccable songwriter, her music is rooted in Jazz music, soul music, blues of the past and indie music. Still grounded in the urban sound of today however, Nayosoul fuses a number of the music elements she grew up listening to and inspired by her surroundings, she writes the most relatable songs.

With tracks such as Veronica, Ditty Ditty O, Acoustic Recording of Rhythm of the Sound and more, work on ‘Journey to Self’ dragged out for over nearly one year due to her pursuit for perfection and musical integrity. The EP is a graft of neo-soul music, acoustic sessions, dubstep music and pop soul style productions.

The 1^st single off the EP titled ‘Go where you are’ is due for release on the 26^th. The pop soul song inspired by music from Asa and Bruno Mars is produced by IBK, mixed and mastered by IKON of Syndik8 records. 

NΑYOSOUL cites Nneka, Asa, Janelle Monae, and Bruno Mars as important influences on her music.

PREMIERE: Shezzy Brown - Bursting My Brain

Smashing new single from the house-hold name Shezzy Brown and he titled this one 'Bursting Ma Brain' (Love story) . You will definately enjoy this one, produced by an Italian magic fingers PABLO. His previous bangers 'Boju Boju' and 'Fine Girl' still disturbing the streets. ENJOY.

NEW GRIP MUZIK : ENDIA RAVING

"Something like a volcanic eruption – ENDIA, the REAL SOUND MAN – gave an explosive performance at the Festac leg of the Star Trek tour.  The exhilarated crowd echoing back the lyrics of one of their favorites that night, “48”, certified that ENDIA is in fact the genesis of a new and special sound in the industry; the REVELATION we have been waiting for.


The public’s response to “48” has reaffirmed that the GRIP MOVEMENT is a force to reckon with. The radio banger has won the hearts of the people from the streets, even up to the corporate world.  The song has received massive TV rotation on stations around Africa, and radio airplay on stations across the country.

Would you believe that 48 has over 300 remixes/covers…and counting? It’s no wonder both the song and producer just got nominated in the upcoming Nigerian Entertainment Awards (NEA). Chopstix was definitely on deck, producing a wicked mixture of hip-hop and raga that allowed ENDIA flow carefree on the track.

ENDIA leaves his audience with no void as he prepares to take over your sound system yet again, this time he plans to take you RAVING on the beat.  “Everyday we RAVING in the studio…listen to the vibe and feel the magnitude”, and feel the magnitude you will.  Produced by a fresh, and talented dude called TYRONE; RAVING has that raw/edgy yet still sexy vibe Endia is known for.  Ladies and gentlemen, you want to bump this on a system with serious base so you can feel why Endia is known as the “Real Sound Man”.   Without further a-do, GRIP MUSIK brings to you – “RAVING” by ENDIA aka the Real Sound Man…

KNIGHTHOUSE PRESENTS LIL FLOW – “LOVING ABOUT YOU” featuring YEMI ALADE

Knighthouse are proud to present to you, emerging 17-year old U.K based Nigerian Hip-Hop artist LIL FLOW with his debut single “Loving About You” which features R&B/Pop Diva YEMI ALADE and is produced by the award-winning DJ KLEM.

Backed by DJ Klem’s trademark lush drum patterns fused in with infectious snyth-heavy keyboard arrangements and , “Loving About You” sees Lil Flow - who recorded this tune when he was just 16 - in flying form with his witty wordplay, catchy flow and lyrical dexterities which he brings to the forefront all over the record. To complete the hat trick of excellence, the amazing Yemi Alade is on hand on vocals to deliver the exquisite chorus, glorious melodies and those infectious adlibs.

Poised to conquer the radio airwaves across the country this Summer, Lil Flow is already being touted as a future leader of the new school of Nigerian urban music that is poised to take over in the coming months and with features and co-signs already coming from M.I, Chase and Yung Six, it’s not hard to see why Lil Flow is one name that will be on our lips for a long time to come… Enjoy “Loving About You” below!

VIDEO: FAME - KomaRoll (Non-Stop)

After the release of a successful single “Follow your heart” which made waves across the south of Nigeria and the country in general, Playtunes Entertainment front man Fame is back with a banging single, “Koma Roll (Non Stop)” it  is a guaranteed club banger and party starter and it's sure to get you off to a good mood any day, any time. The Audio of this song was released a while ago, this is the stunning visuals to the song, Song was produced by fast rising producer Tari T and video was shot on location in Benin City by the ever rising Film and Video Director, May 17. 

Miriki - Ireke mi Official Video Released

Antonio Fred Enunwa A.K.A Miriki dropped his hit Single Ireke-Mi, presently rocking the air waves, playing in local and internationally
TV and has be coming popular among Nigerian's and across. The much anticipated video was shot by Paul Gambit under the  Management of VKB Entertainments.  Ireke-Mi hit single has been all around the Internet Site internationally with the help and support of Naija blogger s. Here is the Ireke Mi official Video Download and Enjoy

MUSIC: TRIX – AMBITION

"The female rapper Trixx (@trix_dope) drops her debut single "Ambition" which was produced by Enap (@seimensenap). Trixx is definitely an act to watch out for, download and drop a comment about this lovely song."

AJEMINA & IYANYA FINALLY UNVEIL MUSIC VIDEO FOR “FELELE”

Nigerian Afro-Pop rising star and Slick Mo Entertainment recording artist AJEMINA finally unveils the brand new music video for “Felele”, her massive debut single and collaboration with Pop/R&B star Iyanya.

With the “Felele” single hitting the internet in 2012 to rave reviews, having been featured and supported by several key UK online and radio tastemakers, the brand new visuals come hugely anticipated by fans and critics alike and just at the right time for Summer 2013.

Shot and directed by Don P Films and Sixx for 135Sixx Filmworkx with cameo apperances from Orezi, 2Sec Twins, Chuddy K and the producer of the song, the award-winning DJ Klem, the “Felele” music video is an energetic dance visual that brings the original dance floor filler further to life with its infectious choreography byDanceMachine and lush cinematography…

New Music: "Ughe Ule" Crooner, Stonewhiz, Returns With "Rundiele

On the 1^st day of the year, Stonewhiz released his Irich-produced "Ughe Ule" track, which went on to getting premiered by different online taste-makers as well as making it to a couple of DJs mixes. Now, it's the 6^th month in the year and Stonewhiz is back with another sizzling tune of his; this time, he sought the services of B-Myne who produces the catchy track titled "Rundiele". Stonewhiz who began his musical career with a group by the name, Rugged and Righteous, back in the year 2003, has been a solo artiste since that phase went by. The B-Myne produced "Rundiele" is one with carefully composed phases and is sure to stay on a couple of playlists due to it's catchy nature. Listen up and share your thoughts. | ENJOY!!!

PHARHEED - "NIKKIE" FT TONY TETUILA [Video+Audio]

Farheed is a Nigerian/American rap artist and producer, he lives in Atlanta. Farheed realized the magnitude of his talent while studying 
music in college, he learnt that he possess similar characteristics as most prominent classical era musicians. His favorite is Wolfgang Amadeus 
Mozart. .
Born to the family of late honorable professor Pius eze, (a.k.a Eze p) in Imo state Nigeria. farheed arrived into this world same period of time Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. His first album titled “Rock Da Mic” featured legendary artist like Majek fashek and Ras Kimono, tony tetuila, chichi young, Naomi achu and many other artist.
Farheed is also an officer in the United States army, and was deployed to various war zone such as operation Iraqi freedom and also to Afghanistan. Just like his father, Farheed bagged several college degrees including in; Human resource management, business law and public policy from university of Maryland University College to mention a few and couple of diplomas in photography and film production from New York film academy.

EMYODA UNVEILS LONG AWAITED DEBUT EP 'SKETCH'

You will remember Folk/Soul singer and songwriter Bemyoda from his debut single “Shima Yam”, which was undoubtedly, one the best Nigerian songs of 2012. The song was so critically acclaimed among radio and online tastemakers that Bemyoda was invited to performed it on Ndani TV’s very exclusive acoustic series Ndani Sessions.

His second single “Faded Grace” also received rave reviews from fans and critics and was again picked up by Ndani TV and used as an official soundtrack for their renowned web series Gidi Up which starred the likes of Oreka Godis, Lynxxx, Burna Boy and Bimbo Manuel among others.

Along with his two previous singles, Bemyoda blesses us with three brand new songs on his Sketch EP and just as we fell in love with him on “Shima Yam” and “Faded Grace”, be prepared to fall in love with Bemyoda all over again.

From the strings-led acoustic gem and tribute song “Always” with its emotive lyrics and lush Pop sensibilities to the IBKspaceshipboi-produced “Broken Pieces” to “No No” which was co-written byAdebola Rayo with backing vocals from Project Fame’s Lindsey, Bemyoda’s Sketch EP not only makes for very essential listening but it is also the only record you will need this year!

PHIZZLE RETURNS WITH TWO NEW SINGLES “HOLD ON” & “DREAMER”

Premiered earlier this week by BEAT FM, Cool FM and City FM among several radio stations across Nigeria, prolific Hip-Hop artist Phizzle is proud to present his brand new singles “Hold On” and “Dreamer”, taken from his forthcoming debut album Egypt.

Produced by St. Buster Keyz and inspired by Damien Marley’s “Affairs Of The Heart”, “Hold On” is a “love song from a dream chaser’s perspective”, according to Phizzle. This one sees the Chief Prince Oloro, both on rap and vocal duties, expressing his love and adoration for his leading lady, with witty lyrics, wordplay and an infectious flow and melody.

“Dreamer” on the other hand, produced by Tayo Adeyemi who also produced Olu Maintain’s 2012 hit single “Nawti”, takes a more sombre and emotive note. Phizzle waxes lyrical about following his heart and chasing his dreams of making it in music versus going the less risky route of pursuing a career with his education. “Dreamer” is packed full of refreshingly honesty, openness and profound moments from Phizzle to his fans, critics and audiences.

Listen to both new singles from Phizzle and anticipate his long-awaited forthcoming album titled Egypt…

Hold On


Dreamer

GODILLAC DROPS A NEW SINGLE TITLED BRAIN TOUCH

The Multi Talented Singer Godillac is back with another massive freestyle single titled Brain Touch. which is Guaranteed to set you in a Dancing mood whenever you hear the tune. Watch out for this dude, he is set to take the Industry to the next Face. watch out for the video. Download & Enjoy!!!

Barry Mayne covers Rick Ross' "Stay Scheming"; features Al'Chaddas & Roll_D

Barry Mayne [real name - Barry Martins] jumps on the "Stay Scheming" instrumental by Rick Ross and on this, he talks about success, power and loyalty. With carefully written lines and seamless fusion, he features Al'Chaddas and Roll_D on the Rick Ross' instrumental and was patterned/produced by Paul for Blue House Entertainment. Barry Mayne is known for other projects like "Homecoming", "Airplanes" which featured Al'Chaddas and also a track titled "Fall". Listen up to his rendition of "Stay Scheming" and share your thoughts. | ENJOY!!!

D'CODE DROPS MALO RO TO CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY

Omoniyi Idris Tosin  (a.k.a D‘code)  hails from Osun State. He is presently a student of Osun State University. D’code was exposed to the entertainment world as a model in 2005 when he featured in an advertisement by Pepsi . He has also featured as an actor with his blood Sister Shade Omoniyi (Lepa Shandy ) in many Yoruba movies from Ifihan, Take me home, Labalaba to Se bi eye. He is currently  being managed by Kingpin Creazione.

ARCHER - PRESS KIT "E NO MEAN" AUDIO/VIDEO

"Archer was born Iseghoede Alu Madonna and hails from Edo state.  A rapper, singer, and a Producer. Fresh Graduate of the department of Human Physiology, Ambrose Alli University. 

The Highly talented artiste started music back in 2009 during university days as a member of a two man Group. After school, he decided to ride solo and take music career professionally. 

Here is the very first track he's doing alone titled "E NO MEAN". A very classic music boring so much uniqueness. The video which  have the settings of Nigeria mid 80s era, talks about his unconditional love for a gal. The video was directed by E-MAN, post produced by IMB studios.

DOWNLOAD, WATCH AND  SHARE."

UK AFROBEATS DUO VIBE SQUAD DEBUT NEW SINGLE “COME OVER”

Pioneering UK Afrobeats duo, VIBE SQUAD are back with their brand new single for 2013 titled “Come Over” via ABM Records. Written by the duo and produced byJ.O.A.T, this banging single arrives just in time for the Summer time and is the first glimpse of what to expect from their forthcoming debut album.

Packed with synth-heavy keyboards, commanding drum patterns with a distinct Dance Hall flavour and rather exquisite flute arrangements, “Come Over” is a smooth mid-tempo dance floor filler with modern Pop sensibilities that see the Afrobeats duo of Kelvin and Wizzy showcase their trademark vocal tones and fluid delivery that audiences across Europe and Africa have come to love.

Having been featured and supported by British mainstream media such as The Guardian and The Independent, nominated for both a BEFFTA Award and Ghana Music Award as well as touring up and down the UK, performing at Afrobeat Sundays and Ghana Independence Day, Vibe Squad have continued to be trail blazers for Afrobeats music in the diaspora and with this new single “Come Over”, that trajectory seems to be continuing strongly…

“COME OVER”

DAMMY KRANE DEBUTS THREE MASSIVE NEW SINGLES “LOBATAN”, “GRATITUDE” & “XTERISTICS"

The man of the moment and Hypertek’s very own superstar Dammy Krane makes a huge splash in time for the Summer with the release of three exciting new singles - “Lobatan”, “Gratitude” and the previously leaked “Xteristics”…

Produced by TinTin, “Lobatan” sees Dammy Krane excellently fusing his modern Fuji vibes and sensibility with what can only be described as a mixture of synth-heavy Dance instrumentals and a Dubstep musical milieu, to resounding results.

“Gratitude” on the other hand is 21^st Century Fuji music from Dammy Krane with Spellz providing the befitting production with lush drum patterns, talking drums and synthy keyboard arrangements, over which Dammy Krane waxes lyrical in his trademark Fuji vocal cadence and commanding flow.

Dammy Krane and Spellz link up once again on the mid-tempo “Xteristics” which has already become a fan-favourite after leaking on the internet a few days ago and being supported by all the leading online tastemakers. For good reason too, Dammy Krane shows his smooth and sultry side to perfection on “Xteristics”.

Whatever your tastes and preferences are, Dammy Krane does more than satisfy them with these three new singles. Not only that, he shows his vast repertoire and versatility in delivering excellent hit singles over several musical styles. Whether it is “Lobatan” or “Gratitude” or “Xteristics”, you can expect for Dammy Krane to be a constant fixture on your favourite music websites and radio stations for the Summer and rest of 2013 - be prepared for the Dammy Krane Take Over!!! 

Lobatan

Gratitude

Xteristics

MUSIC PREMIERE: D-LOX – FISAPO

Just few months after dropping his first official single “Lost In Your Love”, D-lox is back again with another single for 2013 titled “FISAPO”. “Lost In Your Love” debuted with a splendid HD video that attracted Wow!applause and commendations from fans on TV stations and social networks
across the globe . But “FISAPO” is ‘da bomb’. Creative and talented, the light just begun to shine on this new artiste.
D-lox an unsigned budding artiste, is set to take on the entertainment industry and give ‘Music’ a whole new set of meaning.
“It’s good music for music lovers”

EJIRO - Stole My Heart (Official Video)

EJIRO RUTH OKOSUN,STAGE NAME EJIRO, music winner Delta Talent Quest. Has been working on her forth coming album and also brand. After years of waiting, she is now ready and good to go. #9JAML..... Here is the video for her single STOLE MA HEART AWAY. Shot in South Africa, directed by Pius Okaba for 1080i films.

Boosted - Omeko ft. Seriki

Boosted has stormed us with another single after the release of "Diva" which featured LYRIX CODED which was more of a good music,has now officially dropped his second single titled 'OMEKO(you don't know Lagos)' Featuring the Agbalumo crooner "Seriki",An Afro HipHop Produced By Jarex

VIDEO PREMIERE: Versertile - Leader

VERSERTILE is a young talented Nigerian from the south south (Edo state) presently based in Italy.
He recently jumped on Man4Dnight 12 bars with D'Prince of Mavin Rec and here is the Video for one of his mixtape projects titled - LEADER.

LEADER COVER (freestyle)

Man 4 D Night [12 Bars]

AFROBEATS STAR MISTA SILVA RETURNS WITH SUMMER SINGLE “NOW WATS UP”

When the Azonto craze was sweeping Europe, Afrobeats star Mista Silva was one of the fore-runners on the UK Afrobeats scene, winning over fans with his hit singles, signature style and most especially, his Azonto hit single, “Boom Boom Taah”. Now, he is back collaborating with the producer of “Boom Boom Taah” to bring to you, another Afrobeats anthem titled “Now Wats Up”.

Backed by synth-heavy instrumentation, lush drum patterns and infectious keyboard arrangements, “Now Wats Up” sees Mista Silva in trademark resounding form with his captivating wordplay, flow and vocal cadence to create a banger that has all the makings of a Summer dance floor filler for 2013!

MISTA SILVA is the modern voice of a new generation bringing Afrobeats and the sound of Africa to a brand new audience. With his instant classic and pioneering sounds, Mista Silva was the first unsigned Afrobeats artist to be playlisted on BBC 1Xtra.

BASKY RELEASES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED DEBUT MIXTAPE ‘HIGH DEFINITION’

After debuting “Mo Bad”, his brilliant collaborative effort with Dammy Krane only a week ago, which has been featured and supported by several key online tastemakers, BASKY is proud to present his debut mixtape titled High Definition out now via Honored By Kings (HBK)…

 

Featured previously released singles such as “Disco Pemperempe”, “Aboki Freestyle”, fan favourite “Gentleman” as well as the recently released “Mo Bad” featuring Dammy Krane, the 10-track mixtape is a very strong debut offering from HBK’s staple Hip-Hop artist BASKY which shows his heavy lyricism, excellent versatility and superior knack for making dope records.

 

Also featuring two future hit songs, “Gold Chains” and “King Freestyle”, which will more that whet fans and critics’ appetite for the forthcoming debut EP from Basky which is already in the works and will be released shortly after the High Definition mixtape.

 

Until then, listen, download and enjoy the resoundingly excellent High Definition - The Mixtape, the debut mixtape from BASKY below

http://www.hulkshare.com/vjhiu0xxe70g

MUSIC: KOZY - SHIVER

To so many, Kozy took a lot of time to make his debut in the music industry, having featured in so many songs in the past years. Born to a family of musicians, Kozy marks his debut with the track ‘Shiver’ to redeem himself from the wrong stories which were attached to his name 
recently. ‘Shiver’ which was produced by ‘Suspense’ will mark the beginning a musical voyage in the life of the Ebonyi State born singer who is blessed with vocal power as well as ability to put down good words in lyrics. The track is for you to feel and dance. Download and Share Follow @kozyg @zkmegamix

New Music: Cool Y,Lyriks,Stidman, Golo P & Ziggysas -Stidman birthday[freestyle]

Stidman is a year older today {May31st} and he decided to share a freestyle song that was recorded in Boogiedot Studio with his boogiedot family while celebrating his birthday. the song features  Cool Y, Lyriks, Stidman, Golo P & Ziggysas...Without wasting much of your time, I advise you push the play button at once and join the party... Enjoy!!!

Ola Dips - SE'GOBE (prod by DJ Klem)

After the massive acceptance of "That Ajekpako Boi" Mixtape by young fast growing
rapper Ola Dips, the 18-year old is dropping his first single SE'GOBE produced by
one and only DJ Klem and mixed/mastered by Green Hustle C.E.O., Brainiac.


Follow on twitter: @Dips_Ola @DeeJay_Klem @HLabBrainiac