Saturday, 3 November 2012
CocoIce Shoots Latest Music Video "It's Me" with RED ONE Camera
The management company of the fast rising hip-hop diva, CocoIce, MAGiKAL Entertainment is leaving no stone un-turned in making sure the talented rap star made a huge impact in the Nigerian music industry and beyond, hence their resort to shoot a multi-million naira, world-class music video for one of her latest singles “It’s Me” using the latest version of RED ONE Camera.
According to the music video director, Abiodun Matthew Aina, popularly known as Mattmax, "the management approached me to shoot CocoIce's 2nd video judging by the high review her 1st video "If U Don't Know" got, and when I came up with my concept, I told them that to get the best out of the concept, we have to go all out to 'kill' it, this is why I opted for the RED ONE. Though the camera is highly expensive, but you can't match the quality of the pictures it delivers. It rendered at 4,500 frames per second which is a huge difference from the common 28 frames per second you get from the current top-of-the-range Canon cameras that are mostly used in Nigeria for music video productions. Also, its cinematic effect is un-matched", he stated.
Speaking further on the project, the CEO of MAGiKAL Entertainment, Biodun Caston-Dada stated that, “the competition is getting stiffer by the day and we all can see what the likes of 2face, D’banj, P-Square, Asa, Nneka, Wizkid, etc are currently doing on the international scene. To play big, you must package and position yourself well. These are all what we are doing to make sure CocoIce becomes a major force to reckon with in the African music scene. We would all agree that the standard of Nigerian music and videos is rising by the day and one can’t afford to do anything less than what is obtainable internationally. On our choice of Mattmax, the young man is highly talented, calm and has eyes for details, this why we resolve to work with him again having done Cocoice’s first video, “If You Don’t Know”.
The video of the will dropped on 1st of December with an unveiling party to officially introduced CocoIce to the Nigerian music landscape and also to screen the “It’s Me” video to top players in the music industry. Prior to this, there will be a Media Screening/Review of the music video.
CocoIce is available for interview. Please contact Sunday Obembe – 08084809400 to set up a time that is convenient.
:: Management – MAGiKAL Entertainment
Upper Floor, Jowon Plaza,
16, Ilupeju Road, by Junction B/Stop,
Ilupeju, Lagos.
Tel: 08062300002, 08057002424, 08080203344
Chris Brown and Rihanna's Halloween Costumes
Rihanna threw a Halloween party to remember on Wednesday night and made sure she was the belle of the ball in her all-green ensemble. Proving how close they are now, Rihanna’s former boyfriend Chris Brown stopped by the party, dressed as an Arab man complete with ammunition.
Nigerian Designer Remi Osholake of Remi Lagos has died
Nigerian designer, Remi Osholake of Remi Lagos is dead. Details are not confirmed but the designer reportedly died from Uterine Cancer or Ovarian cancer which was just diagnosed in October 2012. She was reportedly receiving treatment at a world class medical centre in London.
She was 51 years old. May her soul rest in peace...Amen!
Thursday, 1 November 2012
Governor Ajimobi sues PM News, NewsLeak for N1 billion over report on wife
This was disclosed in a release issued by Festus Adedayo, the governor’s Special Adviser on Media.
The evening newspaper had on Tuesday published a piece entitled ‘Anxiety over Florence Ajimobi’s alleged arrest in UK’ , wherein it published a story purportedly written by an online agency named Newsleak, which alleged that the wife of the governor had been arrested in London for money laundering.
According to the release, the government of Oyo State had the responsibility to ensure that the media does not become an instrument in the hands of blackmailers for such acts.
“We want to state unequivocally that this report is not only wicked, it is the figment of the imagination of the writers. Mrs. Ajimobi was never arrested for any offence whatsoever. Even though our investigations have shown that this is the work of some arrowheads of the opposition, it was done in such an amateurish way that beats the imagination of any responsible reader,” the release said.
The government said that though it had a lot of respect for the media, there was the need to drag the runners of these media to court to explain the details of their reports to the rest of the world.
The government decried what it called dirty politicking by the opposition in the state who use the media for the propagation of their falsehood, stating that the courts would be able to compel those behind this wicked lie to provide details of the veracity or otherwise of their claims on the governor’s wife.
“Marijuana is medicinal, but cigarettes kill” – Seun Kuti
He has released a new song, which promotes his point of view.
“This song is about the good leaf; ewe rere. Me I nor dey say make Government legalize Igbo o. If Government like, them legalize am. If Government like, them nor legalize am. I’m smoking it mehn!” he said. “Our politicians nor get sense. Because the white man talk say Igbo nor good, them follow dem talk say Igbho nor good. But now, in the United States of America, dem dey smoke Igbo legally”.
Seun also went ahead to claim that if marijuana was legalised, it would make black men richer and that is why politicians are blocking it.
“Igbo doesn’t kill, but cigarette dey kill. Because cigar na white man’s business, as far as you write ‘Smokers are liable to die young’, it becomes legal.
“Why not also put Igbo in a box and write Igbo smokers are liable to go crazy young?” he asked.
“Marijuana is medical, and I feel Cigarette is selling legally because it is white man’s business. It is killing millions of people everyday.. Igbo is not killing anybody.
“Marijuana is not only for smoking. It’s used for a lot of things; you can make clothes, you can drink tea, it is good, it is medicinal, it helps your appetite, they give it to cancer patients.. a lot of benefits,” he explained.
Don Jazzy signs two new producers to Mavin Records
The two producers are not new to the Mavin family, as they have already worked with two of the artistes on the label, Wande Coal and D’Prince.
Wednesday, 31 October 2012
US: Politician hopes Sandy victims won’t blow aid on Gucci bags
Well, let’s add another track to “Steve King’s Greatest Hits,” along with supporting Todd Akin and bragging about “wiping out” animal rights. As millions survey the damage from Hurricane Sandy, the Iowa congressman is already worried about what victims will do with the federal aid they haven’t received yet.
“I want them to get the resources that are necessary,” he said Tuesday night during a debate. “But they need to come with a plan on how to spend it, because [after Hurricane Katrina] they spent it on Gucci bags and massage parlors.” King was one of only 11 members of Congress who opposed a 2005 bill to help those affected by Katrina. King’s opponent, Christie Vilsack, called his comments “heartless.” [Source]
Jackie Appiah makes son proud at National Youth Achievers Awards
Usually it is parents that are proud of their children but actress, Jackie Appiah’s son had reason to share in the joy of his mother when the actress picked up a National Youth Achievers Award for Performing Arts from President John Mahama last Thursday. Jackie’s son, Damien was seen touching her mother’s trophy and brimming with smiles when Jackie returned to her seat with her award. The actress who looked stunning in her Giovanni evening dress couldn’t hide her joy either, as she added another laurel to her impressive list of awards.
Dbanj Misses Out On MTV EMA Worldwide Act Award
Africa’s rep in the MTV EMA Worldwide Act award, Dbanj is out of the competition as MTV today announced the final five nominees vying for the Worldwide Act distinction at the “2012 MTV EMA.” For the past six weeks, MTV has given fans around the world a chance to vote for their favourite hometown artists, all to help that local act secure the nomination and earn a chance to represent their respective region at this year’s EMA.
More than 160 artists from every corner of the world have enjoyed the MTV EMA spotlight as part of the Worldwide Act voting competition, and finally the final five Worldwide Act nominees are revealed as: Dima Bilan (Europe); Han Geng (Asia Pacific); Ahmed Soultan (Africa/India/Middle East); Rihanna (North America); and Restart (Latin America). Starting today, these five artists will go head to head in one last round of voting in the Worldwide Act category, which celebrates the range and breadth of all the music that MTV has to offer across the globe.
Hosted by supermodel, entrepreneur and hometown girl Heidi Klum, the 19th annual MTV EMA will broadcast live from Frankfurt’s historic Festhalle on Sunday 11 November at 22:00 CAT on MTV channels around the world. The “2012 MTV EMA” will feature incredible performances by Taylor Swift, Muse, No Doubt, Carly Rae Jepsen, fun., Rita Ora, Alicia Keys, Pitbull, The Killers and Psy.
Fans can vote for Worldwide Act and other EMA categories by visiting www.mtvbase.com online. Voting for EMA categories is open now until 12:59PM CAT on Friday 9 November 2012. The Worldwide Act winner will be announced at the show in Frankfurt
Source : MTVNEWS
Becca To Rock Nigeria This Weekend With M.I. And 2face
Becca this Saturday November 3 is staging a show dubbed ‘An Evening With Ghanaian Music Diva-Becca in Lagos’ to rock her fans in Nigeria. The show which is to be hosted by Denrele Edun will have Africa’s number one M.I, 2face and other stars supporting her on stage.
If you are in Lagos this weekend don’t miss it!and pls waz wrong with this pixxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx..lolz ladies only
P-Square Condems Collecting Society
The management of Peter and Paul Okoye, the sensational twin singers, has come out to reveal the reasons their entertainment outfits, Square Records and Northside Entertainment don’t belong to any collecting society.
Many music fans have been itching to find out why P-Square are one of the few groups operating on the music scene without a necessary backup from a collecting society, the manager of the twin brothers and their sibling John Okoye, has spoken up.
“We have been in show business long enough and experienced the joy and pain to know that collecting societies are not the solution to the problems facing the music industry, the major problem is piracy. We want the Federal Government to approve and empower a body or agency in the mould of NAFDAC to tackle the problem. The entertainment industry urgently needs a national agency to tackle piracy, copyright law violators and royalty defaulters.’’
He explained further, “P-Square and our companies, Square Records and Northside Entertainment, have not joined any collecting society because we don’t want to give any organisation the power to collect royalties on our behalf without showing a keen interest in solving our greatest problem, which is piracy. It doesn’t make sense. I’m not against any collecting society. But come to me as an approved body recognised by the government to fight piracy and I will carry you on my shoulder because I know there will be more money at the end of the day for me. Also, I would know that my future is guaranteed.”
Source : nigeriafilms.com
NATALIA VODIANOVA COVERS BRITISH VOGUE DECEMBER 2012 ISSUE
Natalia Vodianova is the cover star for the December 2012 issue of British Vogue . Vogue goes pop is the theme of the issue. The cover photographer was the renowned Mario Testino.
Rihanna To Sell New Album For $250 a Piece!
Rihanna seems to find her upcoming seventh studio album an occasion worth celebrating. The singer is releasing a $250 version of “Unapologetic,” collectible colored vinyls, a handwritten note from Rihanna, a 2GB flash drive, a t-shirt, lithographs, an illustration, stickers and — wait for it — a custom View Master with photos of Rihanna’s style throughout the years.
Also included: A 40-page notebook with more scribblings from the Barbadian beauty, a photobooklet, DVD, fan poster and a deluxe version of the album itself.
The “Diamond Executive Platinum Box” is set to hit stores Dec. 11. A cheaper version of the swag bag is also available for $79, and includes a number of the items in the “executive” package. A limited edition diamond bracelet is also included.
Diamonds have figured prominently in the buildup to “Unapologetic.” The Benny Blanco-produced lead single, “Diamonds,” came with artwork that depicted the singer rolling a joint full of the precious stones. Rumors are also swirling that the singer has purchased diamond bracelets for all tour VIPS.
What can be said? She’s just about that life. For fans too thrifty to plunk down such a chunk of change, the album itself is out Nov. 16.
HALLE BERRY DONNED AFRO FOR INTERVIEW RUSSIA NOVEMBER 2012 ISSUE
Halle Berry Graces the November 2012 Issue of Interview Russia sporting Afro hair style. Read the full interview at interviewrussia.ru
Taylor Swift Sells 1.2Million Copies of New Album in First Week
NEW YORK — Taylor Swift’s new album is called “Red,” but its true color is a brilliant platinum. The 22-year-old sold 1.2 million copies of her latest album in its first week – the largest sales week for any album in a decade.
Nielsen SoundScan confirmed the blockbuster sales on Tuesday night. “Red” marks Swift’s second straight album to sell more than 1 million copies in its first week; “Speak Now,” her third album, sold a little over 1 million copies when it was released in 2010. She is the only woman to have two albums sell more than 1 million copies in its first week.
“They just told me Red sold 1.2 million albums first week. How is this real life?! You are UNREAL. I love you so much. Thanks a million,” Swift tweeted Tuesday night.
The only other act to sell more than 1 million copies of an album in its debut week twice was `N Sync.
Swift isn’t a boy band, but she’s certainly got the appeal of one: the country crossover has a huge following, particularly among teens who have followed her since she was a teen herself, releasing her first album. But she’s also a critic’s darling: The Grammy-winner’s “Red” garnered plenty of acclaim when it was released last week.
Swift was omnipresent in the week of the album’s release, appearing on such shows as “Good Morning America” and “Katie.” She also joined with two untraditional partners – Papa John’s and Walgreens, which offered the album for sale. And she announced her upcoming tour.
The last album to sell more than 1 million copies in its debut week was Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way,” which sold 1.1 million copies last year. However, that album was deeply discounted on Amazon.com in its first week.
Swift has the opportunity to celebrate for a second time this week: As the reigning “Entertainer of the Year” at the CMA Awards, she has the chance to capture the trophy again when it is held Thursday in Nashville.
Source : AP
I Hate Kissing Because Of Past Experience With A Terrible Kisser”- Nollywood Actress, Nita Jay
Nigerian actress cum musician Nita Jay has sent warnings to any director who wants to engage her in a role to consider the aspect of kissing very seriously.
This morning, the talented actress explains her reasons for having a reservation for kissing.The curvy screen diva who is working on yet to be disclosed project said that she hates kissing because of past experience with a terrible kisser.
“It’s one ex like that. I like when kissing is dry you know, but to stuff my mouth with spit is totally unacceptable. Kissing isn’t supposed to be juicy. I love your lips… haba, na to bite or na to chop am? Is that supposed to be meat? In fact I have a bad kisser that’s all,” She narrated her ordeal.
Popular Nollywood Actor, Kenneth Okonkwo Dumps Acting For Evangelism?
What Nigeriafilms.com can confirm to you is that the prolific actor has added the gospel of soul winning for God to his already acquired two professions; acting and law profession. The actor surprised many when he was seen at a lawyers’ forum few years ago.
Now, Kenneth has shown that aside from acting and law practice, he is a good Evangelist; a fisher of men for God. Kenneth Okonkwo recently headlined a 3-day crusade held in Ikorodu, Lagos as a guest minister of God of the event.
The ’3-Day Explosive Fire and Total Deliverance’ crusade was tagged ‘Night of Dominion’ and was held between September 26-28. 2012. The service took place at Evangelist Peter Nwabueze’s Christ Mission Worldwide Church, Owode Onirin, Ikorodu Lagos.
Liz Benson, Pat Attah, Eucharia Anunobi are the few actors who have become ‘fishers of men’, will Kenneth dump acting to face the God’s minister full time? Or will he keep doing the three professions?
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ts Finally here, Davido's brings in Akon to his biggest song, 'Dami Duro', mehn, This is a really hot collaboration, we have been waiting for this since and its here... according to some sources., Video don almost set! you Know Davido na.. Omo baba Olowo Tinz.. No one can stop This Guy Mehn..
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Photos: Meet the Man With 39 Wives, 94 Children And 33 Grandchildren
He is head of the world's biggest family - and says he is 'blessed' to have his 39 wives. Ziona Chana also has 94 children, 14-daughters-in-law and 33 grandchildren.
They live in a 100-room, four storey house set amidst the hills of Baktwang village in the Indian state of Mizoram, where the wives sleep in giant communal dormitories.He even married ten women in one year, when he was at his most prolific, and enjoys his own double bed while his wives have to make do with communal dormitories.
He keeps the youngest women near to his bedroom with the older members of the family sleeping further away - and there is a rotation system for who visits Mr Chana's bedroom.
Rinkmini, one of Mr Chana's wives who is 35 years old, said: 'We stay around him as he is the most important person in the house. He is the most handsome person in the village.
She says Mr Chana noticed her on a morning walk in the village 18 years ago and wrote her a letter asking for her hand in marriage. Choiii, most handsome man in the village..heheheheheheheh na wa ooooooooo its ok oooo nothing we know go hear and see wetin the man carry for body sef...lmaooooooooooooo
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