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Nigerian Hip-hop artiste, Panshak Zamani aka Ice Prince Sunday night thrilled fun seekers with an exciting performance at a food expo in Abuja.
Hundreds of Abuja residents trooped out in their numbers to attend the event tagged ‘Colors Food’ at River Plate Park in Wuse 2.
The event also featured display of foods, drinks, music, fashion and dance performances.
The crooner performed his popular afrobeat hit, ‘Oleku’ alongside some of his other popular songs and got the crowd surging towards him, and chorusing the lyrics of the songs.
Zamani while performing, introduced some upcoming artists, urging fans to look forward to the release of their songs.
Kwaghdoo Nyagba, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Food Expo, said that she was excited at the turn-out of Abuja residents.
She said that she had to ensure an artist performed to help boost the confidence of her clients and revellers across the city.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the last edition of the event scheduled for Dec 2, left fun seekers disappointed as Innocent Idibia, a.k.a Tu Face did not perform as expected.
Nyagba said that she was glad Ice Prince gave a superb performance.
“ The cheer from the crowd has further encouraged me to try as much as possible to invite an artist to perform during the next food expo.
“The invitation of an artist to perform at food expo has always helped with the growth of my business as people look forward to the fun-thrilled night,” she said.
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Stan Lee, who dreamed up Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Hulk and a cavalcade of other Marvel Comics superheroes has  died at the age of 95, his daughter said on Monday.
These comics became mythic figures in pop culture with soaring success at the movie box office.
As a writer and editor, Lee was key to the ascension of Marvel into a comic book, titan, in the 1960s.
He then, in collaboration with artists such as Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko, created superheroes who would enthrall generations of young readers.
“He felt an obligation to his fans to keep creating.
“He loved his life and he loved what he did for a living. His family loved him and his fans loved him. He was irreplaceable,” his daughter, J.C. Lee, said in a statement to the media.
She did not mention Lee’s cause of death but the TMZ celebrity news website said an ambulance was called to Lee’s Hollywood Hills home early Monday and that he died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Americans were familiar with superheroes before Lee,  thanks to the 1938 launch of Superman by Detective Comics, the company that would become DC Comics, Marvel’s archrival.
Lee was widely credited with adding a new layer of complexity and humanity to superheroes.
His characters were not made of stone – even if they appeared to have been chiseled from granite. They had love and money worries, and endured tragic flaws or feelings of insecurity.
“I felt it would be fun to learn a little about their private lives, about their personalities and show that they are human as well as super,” Lee told NPR News in 2010.
He had help in designing the superheroes but he took full ownership of promoting them.
His creations included web-slinging teenager Spider-Man, the muscle-bound Hulk, mutant outsiders, The X-Men, the close-knit Fantastic Four and the playboy-inventor Tony Stark, better known as Iron Man.
Dozens of Marvel Comic movies, with nearly all the major characters Lee created, were produced in the first decades of the 21st century.
They grossed over 20 billion dollars at theaters worldwide, according to box office analysts.
Spider-Man is one of the most successfully licensed characters ever.
He has soared through the New York skyline as a giant inflatable in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Lee, as a hired hand at Marvel, received limited payback on the windfall from his characters.
In a 1998 contract, he wrestled a clause for 10 per cent of profits from movies and TV shows with Marvel characters.
In 2002, he sued to claim his share, months after “Spider-Man” conquered movie theaters. In a legal settlement three years later, he received a 10 million dollars one-time payment.
Hollywood studios made superheroes the cornerstone of their strategy of producing fewer films and relying on big profits from blockbusters.
Some people assumed that, as a result, Lee’s wealth had soared. He disputed that.
“I don’t have 200 million dollars. I don’t have 150 million dollars . I don’t have 100 million dollars or anywhere near that,” Lee told Playboy magazine in 2014.
” Having grown up in the Great Depression, Lee added that he was “happy enough to get a nice paycheck and be treated well.”
In 2008, Lee was awarded the National Medal of Arts, the highest government award for creative artists.
Lee was born as Stanley Martin Lieber in New York on Dec. 28, 1922, the son of Jewish immigrants from Romania.
At age 17, he became an errand boy at Timely Comics, the company that would evolve into Marvel.
He got the job with help from an inside connection, his uncle, according to Lee’s autobiography “Excelsior!”
Lee soon earned writing duties and promotions. He penned Western stories and romances, as well as superhero tales.
He often wrote standing on the porch of the Long Island, New York, home he shared with his wife, actress Joan Lee, whom he married in 1947 and who died in 2017.
The couple had two children, Joan Celia born in 1950 and Jan Lee who died within three days of her birth in 1953.
In 1961 Lee’s boss saw a rival publisher’s success with caped crusaders and told Lee to dream up a superhero team.
Lee at the time felt comics were a dead-end career, but his wife urged him to give it one more shot and create the complex characters he wanted to, even if it led to his firing.
The result was the Fantastic Four. There was stretchable Mr Fantastic, his future wife, Invisible Woman, her brother, the Human Torch and strongman, The Thing.
They were like a devoted but dysfunctional family.
“Stan’s characters were always superheroes that had a certain amount of humanity about them or a flaw,” said Shirrel Rhoades.
Rhoades was a former Executive Vice President of Marvel and its publisher in the mid-1990s.
“As iconic as Superman may be, he is considered a Boy Scout. He doesn’t have any real flaws,” Rhoades said.
“Whereas you take a Spider-Man, kids identify with him because he had his problems like they did.”
Lee involved his artists in the process of creating the story and even the characters themselves in what would come to be known as the “Marvel Method.”
It sometimes led critics to fault Lee for taking credit for ideas not entirely his own.
He described his creative process to media in outlining how he came up with his character Thor, the god of thunder, borrowed from Norse mythology.
“I was trying to think of something that would be totally different,” he said.
“What could be bigger and even more powerful than the Hulk? And I figured: why not a legendary god?”
To give Thor more rhetorical punch, Lee gave him dialogue styled after the Bible and Shakespeare.
As for Tony Stark-Iron Man, he was based on industrialist Howard Hughes, Lee told interviewers.
Lee became Marvel’s publisher in 1972.
He went on the lecture circuit, moved to Los Angeles in 1980 and pursued opportunities for his characters in movies and television.
Through it all, he kept connected with fans, writing a column called “Stan’s Soapbox” in which he often slipped in his catchphrase “‘Nuff Said” or the sign-off “Excelsior!”
In his later years, he gave constant updates via Twitter.
“Stan was a character. He was a character as much as any he ever created,” Rhoades said. “He created himself, in a way.”
He also made cameos in most Marvel films, pulling a girl away from falling debris in 2002’s “Spider-Man” and serving as an emcee at a strip club in 2016’s “Deadpool.”
The Walt Disney Co bought Marvel Entertainment in 2009 for four billion dollars in a deal to expand Disney’s roster of characters, with the most iconic ones having been Lee’s handiwork.
By that point, Lee had all but parted ways with Marvel after being made a chairman emeritus of the company.
But even in his 80s and 90s, Lee was a wellspring of new projects, running a company called POW! Entertainment.(Reuters/NAN)
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Nigeria’s king of comedy, Moses  Olaiya Adejumo, popularly called Baba Sala is dead.
The veteran musician, theatre artiste and filmmaker who had suffered old age ailments for a long while had been rumoured to have passed on, several times.
One of his sons, Emmanuel Adejumo, aka Boisala announced his demise in the early hours of Monday, October 8, 2018.
“My Daddy is gone. Finally gone home to glory. King of Comedy finally say bye-bye to this world. I will miss you so much Daddy. I love you so much but God love you more. Good night my mentor, father, teacher, gist partner. My daddy is gone,” Boisala stated on Facebook.
Baba Sala reportedly died in the late hours of Sunday, October 7, 2018 in his hometown, Ilesa, Osun State.
His body is said to have been deposited at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex Annex, (Wesley Guild Hospital),  Ilesa.
He was 81 years old.

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Instagram sensation, Animashaun Samuel Perry, better known by his moniker, Broda Shaggi has his sights on the big picture. The graduate of Creative Arts from the University of Lagos speaks with OVWE MEDEME on his journey to fame, plans to go mainstream, career, family and other issues.
HAT was your earliest influence into comedy?
Comedy for me has always been something basic, and I always knew I would act. Since I was little, I have always been funny. But what brought me into comedy fully was me trying to make a difference in the comedy industry because I have always wanted to do something special. Something that no one has done before. I have been doing comedy skits for more than five years since I was in school. I was looking for something to break out of the regular, so I decided to go with theagbero style. I started that in December last year, that is about six months ago.
Was it easy to sync yourself into the agbero personae?
The agbero character is not my lifestyle ordinarily. But basically what I do as an actor is that I create characters. I used to have this character called Inspector Perry. I created that while I was in UNILAG. So I was doing that on Instagram before Broda Shaggi came up. I started Akande Ibadan, I also did Lecturer David. Akande Ibadan was before Broda Shaggi but it didn’t gain enough recognition like this.
Was there a time you understudied any established act?
There was no such time.
Away from social media, how well can you perform?
Before social media, I have been acting. I’ve been in movies. I worked with ROK Studios, and I worked with Africa Magic. I’ve been in Dear Mummy B, I’ve been in Unfinished Business, and I’ve been in Ghetto Bred by Eniola Badmus. They were all comic roles. Basketmouth called me for Flat Mates, so I’ll be going for that soon.
By playing only comic roles, don’t you feel boxed-in?
Basically, I can switch to any role. I did stage play throughout my time in UNILAG. Acting was the only thing I was basically doing to survive. I didn’t study Theatre Arts. UNILAG has three units at the Creative Arts department. We have Music, Theatre and Visual Arts. So I read Visual Arts. I studied painting. But it wasn’t really selling. But I came up with a group of three just to survive. We go for shows. We performed for the Governor of Lagos State and President Goodluck Jonathan. So, it was a means for me to survive. I have always done stage plays. I play other roles aside the comic ones. I’ve played king. I’ve played the lover boy, I’ve played Sango, and Ogun. So I can switch to any character at any time. I’m also a show anchor. I do standup comedy too.
Have you made any effort going mainstream?
Aside social media, I’ve got my own series coming soon. I’ve noticed that what most of these comedians do is just for Instagram. But I’m planning my own movie, planning my own series.
Tell us more about your upcoming series?
Basically, I want it to be very different that’s why I’m not rushing into it. It is a comedy. I’m planning to use big artistes in it. There is this artiste I’ve always mentioned, DJ Cuppy. I’m trying to get her into the series. She has replied so we will be kicking off very soon.
For a young talent, how important is social media?
It is very important because social media has been the tool that made my brand recognised. I’ve been on social media for more than five years, but I think the fact that I kept on doing what I like doing made it worthwhile. I would have backed out because sometimes I see people that I’m funnier than having tones of likes and I just have about a hundred likes. There is much more to social media than what people think. People think it’s just to post pictures and do all of that. It’s more than that. Social media is a market. It is an office. I see it as my job. I get some messages and they keep me moving. One time, I didn’t post a video because I was on set. I got several messages from people who were waiting for my videos. I had to apologise to them. So I see it as a very big platform. I see it as my own office.
Beyond publicising your work, are you at that point where what you do on social media is earning you money?
Yes, right now it is. And it has really changed from when I started. When I started, I was advertising for people, musicians who want to put their songs under my skits, for a low prize. But right now, I charge more because I put in more work, I put in more creativity. Where I shoot, I use people around me, the traders and all that. I have to pay them. So for me to pay them, I have to get something. However, it’s helping me to pay my bills.
What inspires your skits?
I’m not an activist but all my skits carry messages. Yes, they are comical, but there is always a message at the end. It was me trying to be different, me trying to make a living out of it because I know the background I came out from. I know how my parents lived and I’ve always wanted to put a smile on my mother’s face even though my father is no more. My background actually inspired my comedy.
What kind of background did you have?
My mother is not remarried. She’s single and I didn’t come from a rich home. I wasn’t born with a silver spoon. Na hand we dey take chop (laughs). I’m the first of three boys.
How did you come about the name Broda Shaggi?
Broda Shaggi came about last December, during the Christmas period. I was actually fixing my car at the mechanic workshop and the guys were talking. One was supposed to help me buy something and the way he talked was so funny and I liked the character. So since I create characters, let me go for this. The guy’s name is Ahmed actually, so I looked for a suitable name. I first thought of Musliu. Then I settled for the name Shaggi Don came. And that was it.
How did you team up with Aunty Shaggi?
When I shot my first video, I didn’t show my face. I only used a voice and then I responded. But I met Aunty Shaggi on a set. She’s an actor. She studied Theatre Arts too. I saw her acting and I knew she is good. So I asked her if we could start something together. When we started, it was just her voice asking me questions. Later on, I decided to show her face, let’s make it like a proper interview
There is gist that you are dating Aunty Shaggi. How true is that?
For me, that is personal. Nothing really is going between us. We are friends.
If you had the opportunity, would you date her?
(Laughs) I don’t know
Did you ask her out?
Not at all.
Do you find her attractive?
Yes, she’s beautiful. But she’s my good friend and we are working together.
Do you watch the skits of other Instagram comedians?
I watch everybody and I learn from them. They make me laugh. I don’t miss Woli Agba’s skits. I like his type of comedy. I like his creativity. What I like about Instagram comedians is seeing them take on a trend that cannot be exhausted. Some comedians started and they are not here now because they ran out of ideas.
You moved from one persona for another before arriving at Broda Shaggi. Is there any reason that will make you change to another character?
I wouldn’t say I wasn’t doing well with those other characters but with Broda Shaggi, I’ve made something that I can do for a very long time. I can change the character at any time. I have this vision. I might go back to some of the characters I did before like Inspector Perry for instance and merge it with Broda Shaggi.
Do you think you would have fared better if you had a mentor?
I don’t know. Before I got recognised on Instagram, I tried to reach so many star comedians to help me repost, but there was no response. For me to gain this level of recognition, it means I can stand on my own, it means in the future I will do better.
What were your dreams as a child?
To be sincere, I’ve always wanted to be an actor since I was a child. So for me, I’m living my dreams.
How do you unwind?
I don’t drink and I don’t smoke. People don’t believe it, but it is true. Because I don’t smoke and drink, I don’t like going to the club but my Manager tries to take me out some times. I just thank God for the kind of friends I have. My friends are like me. They don’t do the things I don’t like and that makes me happy.
What are your plans for the next few years?
I see myself in a very big place, I see myself starting business
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Nigerian RnB songwriter and singer, Praise Ugbede Adejo better known as Praiz hit the limelight after he finished as second runner-up at the maiden edition of Project Fame West Africa. In this interview with JOE AGBRO JR., he talks about music, fame, cooperation among artistes and sundry issues.
IN these times when you find record labels and artistes going their separate ways, what has actually kept you with X3rm music?
What has kept me going in X3rm music for the past eight years is the fact that we’re family and it’s beyond just business. X3rm Music believed in me when nobody did. And for me, it is very significant and the way Mr. Steve Babaeko takes me as his brother, as his son. I mean, we’ve built a relationship that goes beyond business.
Like they say, not art for art’s sake; you still need the money. How much of this is actually coming in?
When I look at my career from when I got signed in 2010 and now. I mean, all I can say is ‘God is good.’ I mean, there’s been a drastic change in my life, in every part of my life. So, definitely growth is needed but I mean when the thing is right, I think we’ll know what to do. But right now, everyone is happy and we’re only just hoping for the best.
How are you guys finding a way around piracy at X3rm Music?
To be honest, it’s very heart-breaking because, you get instances where you release an album and you get people who go buy the album and put it up online for free for downloads. A lot of money is being put into production of albums; hard work, time and it’s almost impossible to curb these kinds. I mean, no matter how hard you try, it’s just difficult. They actually buy the album and upload it for free. So, what can you do? It’s just heart-breaking. Well, we just plea with people to have a conscience. I think that’s the only thing we can do. (Laughs)
The future of the musicians in this country is also dependent on the CMO. What are you guys doing to ensure there is cooperation among yourselves as artistes?
Well, that’s one issue we’ve been trying to deal with for years. Because the way it’s done worldwide is once your music is out, you get royalties for plays, for views and all what. But it’s quite different here. We know that we have the plays but no royalties are being collected and you see musicians who are putting a lot of work but have nothing to fall back on concerning royalties. Artistes depend on live shows mostly. You have to be booked to get paid or for some who are favoured to have endorsement deals. That’s the only source of income for the musician. Everyone keeps complaining about the collecting society that they need to do more and they need to be transparent with their dealings. But I agree that it is important to come together, instead of saying ‘where I get my money from is the gigs. And so I don’t care about these people’.
Let’s talk about collaborations. Is there any artiste that want to partner either in Nigeria or outside?
Over the lifespan of my career, I think I’ve done a lot of interesting collaborations. Still, I have a couple of collaborations I’m looking forward to as an artiste. In Nigeria, one person I would love to work with will be 2Face. He has that legendary status as a musician, and as a person. And he’s someone I admire so much. Globally, I would like to have collaboration with John Legend. And I know one day it would happen. I know one day it would happen.
How comfortable are you with your genre of music or are there times you feel you want to try something different?
I’m very comfortable with my genre of music which is R&B; though it doesn’t change the fact that I’m a complete musician. When I say I’m a complete musician, I sing, I write, I produce, I play the drums, I play the piano and I love all genres of music. And it’s not out of place for me to want to do something that’s different from the norm. Music is supposed to make you dance, supposed to make you feel in love, supposed to make you meditate, and it’s supposed to make you think. And I like to just go with the flow of music. So, sometimes, I do a style of music that is not what everyone is used to from Praiz. But that doesn’t change the fact that Praiz is R&B and will always represent R&B.
What do you think has changed in music reality shows between when you were on it and now?
What has changed in music reality shows? I’m sorry I would just have to say that MTN Project Fame has been the only successful music reality TV show. I’ll say that because it’s the only show that has musicians from different seasons that are still in the music industry. And I’m talking about Chidinma, I’m talking about myself, I’m talking about Iyanya, to name a few. And also, there is Bisola who does music and is acting right now. When I look at other reality TV shows, Project Fame is number one. And that is because it has worked for a couple of people. It’s a platform that should be taken advantage of because you get to build a fan base being on the show and that’s something that is a lot of work for someone who is starting and is not starting from a reality TV show – building a fan base. I’m grateful for that.
How do you ‘manage’ your female fans?
I try my best to accommodate my female fans by always replying them. And I try my best not to take advantage of my female fans because obviously they love you and it would be wrong for me to take advantage of the fact that they love my music, love my personality for my own selfish reasons. So, I do my best not to take advantage of my female fans
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Legendary music producer, Olumide Ogunade, popularly known ID Cabasa, is a beat maker who brings his artistic value to both music production and business. He has helped young acts take their music career to the next level. In this interview with OLAITAN GANIU, Cabasa bares his mind on the challenges of promoting indigenous rap, tackling consumption of hard drugs among youths and conflict between record labels and artistes, among other issues.
What inspires you to go venture into producing music?
If I say I saw anybody as an inspiration, I will be lying to you, because as at the time I started, people were not making money from music production. Few people I used to hear their names were Laolu Akins, Tunde, Yomi Omidiran and Lak Adeniran, I think he is late now. He was a studio engineer at Afrodicia Record Studio formerly known as Peca. Unfortunately there’s no history about this studio till date but that studio has actually produced legend artistes like the late Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Ebenezer Obey, Sunny Ade, Shina Peters, Barrister, Onyeka Owenu and others. I used to walk down to the studio to see how they did things because it’s not far from my house in Akoka.
The truth is, you can’t say you’re really looking up to these producers because people only celebrate the artistes but my desire to produce quality beats that Africans can feel pushes me to know what’s cooking behind the scenes. Generally, producers abroad ring bells more than our local ones.
Professionally, when did you start your career?
I started as a teenager way back in the late 80s. I was in the secondary school while also doing music by the side. But, professionally, it was around 2003 after I left the university. I worked in a corporate company for a while before I left to fully focus on music production.
Is that when you started Coded Tunes Record?
I started Coded Tunes production in my house in 2003. But before Coded Tunes, we had a clique called, The Smiling Head Soldier which was headed by 2phat. It comprises me, 2phat, Lord of Ajasa and MC Spako. And then, we used to have a lot of squads coming to make beat in my studio. There was this massive squad called, Yabtown Squad which is where Reminisce originated from. It is a clique of both rappers and singers and some of them were my juniors in secondary school.
From there, we decided to gather momentum and create something larger than just being Smiling Head Soldier or Yabtown Squad. And obviously the name of the studio that unites us is Coded Tunes. So, that was how we started Coded Tunes.
So, Coded Tunes is not directly owned by you?
I can’t say Coded Tunes is owned by me. Though I own the studio but the Coded Tunes clique consists of other friends. Probably, because I was the only producer amongst them, that unconsciously makes people believe ‘ID Cabasa is the head of Coded Tunes’. Though, it later became a bit formal, and I alongside 2phat and Lord of Ajasa became the head.
Coded Tunes is known to promote aboriginal hip hop acts. Tell us about it
It was something we started subconsciously but we are very proud of it today. As a musician and producer, I love to be original in all I do. I like to sound not local but indigenous because the way to get to people’s heart is majorly from their culture. There is a Yoruba language that says, “Ile latin ke so r’ode”, meaning charity begins at home. Obviously, the law of attraction worked for us, I met 2phat and Spaco who are infusing Yoruba to their hip hop music and that is what I also wanted to do. It was 2phat that later introduced me to, Lord of Ajasa who raps strictly in Yoruba.
Our staying originality then also attracts 9ice, Seriki and even Reminisce that you see today rapping in Yoruba. He was actually rapping then in pure English and he is very fluent. The same things apply to Olamide; he rapped in English, but when you move with people you will get influence by them.
Today, the industry is dominated by indigenous artistes. How does this make you feel? 
I don’t think every Nigerian agrees that these things actually started from us. We live in a country where we don’t have or read history. Over the years, people are attributing the King of Yoruba rap to the late Dagrin, claiming he popularized it. Dagrin listened to the likes of Lord of Ajasa, 2phat and Coded Tunes before he summoned courage to do Yoruba rap. I remember, few months before he died, we had a chat and the young man was hailing me, saying, ‘Baba, e yin la n wo’ (meaning we are following your footsteps). So, for me it’s a thing of joy if people understand that we pioneered it. I’m happy that some people still refer to Coded Tunes as the pioneer of indigenous rap. We are the ones who created something that other people can actually live on and express themselves and that’s my definition of greatness.
You’ve been a blessing to many big stars of today. Do you receive accolades for this?
I will say I’m one of the few lucky ones that got the accolade that I deserve. In fact, I get more accolades than I think I deserve because all of those I’ve worked with till date are still much loyal to our friendship and some of them still mention my name in their interviews. Last year, 9ice titled his album after me. Olamide still doesn’t believe we are in a way apart. He doesn’t see me as ID Cabasa who just produces beats for him but rather sees me as his father and always consults me at any of his projects. We still play and do things together. The same goes for Reminisce, Seriki and every other guy, even the ones that are not part of Coded Tunes family which I’ve worked with. They still appreciate me; the likes of Banky W, Ruggedman, Durella and co.
How did you discover Olamide?
Olamide came with a friend to record in my studio; a friend was featuring him. I fell in love with the young boy of 13 or 14 as he delivered his rap line. I could hear a depth that you won’t get from most of his age mates. I was so impressed that I told him that he’s free to come to my studio at any time. He will come to the studio, then I will make beat while is writing his lyrics. From there, the interest to have him as part of Coded Tunes developed and the rest is history. By the time Coded Tunes transited to a proper recording label, Olamide was the first person signed alongside Seriki and Kayefi.
You’ve not been producing music like before; have you opted out of the game?
I laugh most time when I hear questions like this. I still produce, but I don’t think I have anything to prove again. I don’t fight to get production credit. Many people don’t know that I’m the one that produced Olamide’s ‘C-Ronaldo’ song. And on every Olamide’s album aside last year, I’ve been the one producing virtually all of it. The same goes for 9ice, and Lord of Ajasa’s album and a couple of other big artistes in the industry. I just stopped being the rookie ID Cabasa that artistes will be shouting his name on songs.
In your opinion, what classifies as the slang, ‘blow’?
The term, ‘blow’ does not mean you will be rich. Blowing does not guarantee success. Anybody can blow and it is very easy to blow but how long does your impact last? It’s just like a bombshell. People dance to songs after a month they get tired, so don’t just blow look for acceptability. Upcoming acts should ask themselves how they can sustain their relevance. They should better look for acceptability not just popularity. They should gather disciples rather than getting fake fans and let their content have a depth that can last for long.
What is your take on the high rate of hard drugs consumption among youths?
For every human being there’s a hunger for one to be high. I mean the hunger of seeking for more and people like to isolate themselves. They are looking to get to seventh heaven but unfortunately, it is a means to a particular end. If they understand the end before the beginning, they will know that you don’t need drugs to get to that end. When you smoke Marijuana to get inspiration like they say, it will only get you isolated. What inspires is right inside you. If you don’t give your mind capacity, you’ll get to that place of highness and nothing will come out. These guys don’t know they are destroying their destiny. But can you be so high and be higher than the Almighty God? It is impossible. For someone like me, if I want to get high, I’ll just close my tinted windows and put on loud music till I get high, that is the way I meditate. I don’t need to engage in drugs to get high.
I like the fact that the government has stood up to eradicate it but I don’t think they can eradicate it by just banning the importation of codeine, because codeine is a medicine just like Indian hemps. Depression is actually pushing people to do drugs. If the government can have plans for the youth who engage in drugs the level of consumption will automatically reduce.
What is your advice on conflicts between musicians and Record Labels?
The most important currency that we spend in business is trust, and this comes from building honesty overtime. An agreement is an agreement; artists should not come to the table of negotiation with desperation. Your need can force you to sign a wrong deal because that’s what you’ll be asking for and once that is supplied, you have lost value. Don’t come to sign an agreement because you want your investor to get you a luxurious car, standard apartment and different stuff. Come to the table with a value and depth you are bringing in. If you don’t understand the contract, get yourself a good lawyer that can interpret it for you.
As for the record label or investor, if you know you don’t know anything about music business like putting structures in place, handling PR, branding and promotions of the artiste, all you have is your money, please, don’t invest in music. Because, if you do; you’ll lose out eventually.
My advice for both parties is to sign deals as worst enemies but work as best of friends. Never allow emotion to get into signing deals.
What are you working on currently?
Presently I am working on our concert, Korinsodi in which we are featuring YBNL princess, Temmy Ovwasa and Lyta, Devolee and some other independent artistes. And I am focus on the academic aspect of Coded Tunes so as to help upcoming artistes understand the music industry.
How do you combine work with family?
I always balance my time with work and family, when it’s time for business I stick with the business so also the family. I don’t work round the clock though there are days I do that and I’ve been married for 11 years now, but the good thing about this job is that I can work anywhere. Sometimes, I have to work from home and still communicate with my family. My wife is also a singer. She has done backup for a couple of artistes like 9ice, and Lord of Ajasa. She still sings. Her latest work is titled Akikiitan by Sijuade which is presently enjoying the airwaves.


source:thenationlineng.net
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WITH all the drama which followed the gifting of a Porsche car said to be worth N45 million to his girlfriend, Chioma Avril, on her 23rd birthday, Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido has generated mixed feelings among his fans and some celebrities.
While some commended the singer for the ‘thoughtful’ gift, others see it as excess spending on a girl still living with her parents.
Going by some of the comments on the singer’s Instagram handle which he is yet to response to, some of his followers are not happy with his sudden declaration of love to a lady he claimed he has been dating for five years, especially considering that he has had two daughters from other ladies.
A fan by the handle jessy_bianca, wrote, “All over my timeline… its Davido, Chioma and Porsche of 45 million that I see. Most of the girls are tapping into the blessing while the guys are shouting “Chioma cooks day and night for David… but you don’t want to cook for your guy”. I’m just here wondering if we are all processing the same information”.
In her opinion, it is better for young girls to be the ‘main chic’ than the ‘side chic’.
leemarhscouture wrote; “@davidoofficial HMMMmmmmm u r ovaries dere smiling and laughing right even @thechefchi I promise you Wat goes around comes around, Kai! U r just too heartless and cruel do u think if Sophi sweared for u with d day she was in labour, u think u can survive it, how can u av someone u already ND still go around sleeping with girls impregnating den wen u know u av nothing to do with dem even showed her fake love, Haba!.”
On a lighter mood, videos of people parodying the moment when Davido presented the car to Chioma have been flooding the internet.