You only have 1 Life to live,why would you let anyone else dictate it for you? Take control and create your destiny , follow your passion , pursue your dreams.
Ajaeze The Masked Genius unveils this message in this Award Worthy Music Film ‘1 Life’.The message alone deserves an accolade” and “so many people can relate to Ajaeze’s message in this music film”
Every great dream begins with a dreamer , dream and make it a reality . Eat your f*ckn heart out!!!
Prolific and revered Gospel singer, songwriter and musician Gabriel Eziashi returns in 2018 with two excellent new music videos, for his latest singles ‘Lifted’ and ‘Yahweh’, produced by Mr Shabz (Sammi Okposo, Nikki Laoye, Sonnie Badu), and taken from his forthcoming fifth studio album titled Lifted, which is set to be released later this year, on September 23.
Directed by Joel ‘Kachi Benson, who has previously worked with the likes of Cobhams Asuquo, as well as some of the biggest brands across Africa, among others, the videos for ‘Lifted’ and ‘Yahweh’ were shot on location in Dallas, Texas, and capture two polar opposite visual themes, to give audiences a varied viewing experience, while listening to both singles.
The video for ‘Lifted’ is a gloriously scenic affair, which sees Gabriel Eziashi tapping into the natural outdoors of Prayer Mountain in Texas, to give praise to God for lifting us up above our circumstances, while the ‘Yahweh’ video is a more stripped back studio visual cut, which relies on Gabriel’s performance prowess, and charming personality, to bring the God-revering record further to life.
A veteran of over two decades, Gabriel Eziashi has worked with the likes of Helen Baylor, Donnie McClurkin, Chevelle Franklin, Muyiwa (Riversongz), MOBO Award winner Yolanda Brown, Tye Tribet, Tasha Cobbs, Nathaniel Bassey, and Mike Aremu, among others. Eziashi also serves as worship leader at the Festival Of Life, where he ministers to over 60,000 Christian revellers every year.
Speaking about the inspiration for ‘Lifted’ and ‘Yahweh’, Gabriel Eziashi says, “These songs come from a personal walk with God. During trials, what we see most as human are the issues at hand, but God on the other hand, sees opportunities and breakthrough. No matter what is happens in life, please understand that there is God, who understands everything – so rest on HIM at all times”.
Renowned record label Effyzzie Music which houses Geniuzz and Soti, has released new music which follows the current “shaku shaku” trend.
The high-octane street-hop number titled “Shakpati”, features African top diva Yemi Alade, street-hop champion Slimcase and hit producer Young D.
Check on the banger!
There are two great days in one’s life, the day you are born and the day you discover why. January 8th marks the birth of the superstar singer Michael O. and the brilliant musician has decided to celebrate with his fans in a unique way. Michael O. is making his music free on all digital platforms and available for fans to listen , down load and enjoy. From January 8th to February 8th, fans can get access Michael O.’s music without paying a dime.
According to Michael O. “My birthday is obviously a very special day for me so I decided I wanted to connect with my fans in a different way, my fans are all over the world where things are becoming harder everyday, this is my way of encouraging my fans with music and saying Thank You.” He continues further that “my fans are my backbone and I always try to give back so there is no better time to do this than at my birthday i believe”.
Michael O’s trending singles ‘Osondi Owendi’ and ‘Follow Me’ continues to enjoy massive numbers on radio and in the digital world and the Los Angeles based singer feels the need to show appreciation to his fans. This move is unprecedented in the industry and genuinely shows Michael O. is an artist who appreciates and love his fans everywhere in the world. Check out Michael O. on all social media platforms, anticipate more great music.
View Osondi Osondi Owendi and Follow Me on Youtube
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Known for his popular hit songs “Aduke”, “Your Smile” and “Meji” featuring Ycee; praised music sensation Tjan thrills once again with his new single “Omo Yi”, an afro R&B gem produced by Mosa.
The budding smash is currently ruling the airwaves, and is set to climb to new heights with the release of the music video directed by Myth.
Watch the romantic story-telling clip for the fan favourite below!
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Coming right on the back of their latest single ‘Brown Skin’ which is currently being supported by The Line of Best Fit, Complex, Hype Machine, Earmilk, Link Up TV, and several international tastemakers, among others, North London Afrofusion duo NewAgeMuzik – Kamo and Prince – are not resting on their laurels and have just unveiled another single ‘Serious’, along with some exciting new visuals to go with it, as premiered on MTV Base.
Linking up once again with producer Dami Bones (Wande Coal, Moelogo, 9ice), and sound engineer Tobi Notch (Bonkaz, Baseman, Mazi Chukz), ‘Serious’ sees NewAgeMuzik take on a more energetic and braggadocios approach, than they showed on ‘Brown Skin’, with ‘Serious’ offering heavy Hip-Hop sensibilities, while still being underpinned by the duo’s Afrocentric flow and lush vocals.
Directed by Tshiz Nelson, who has worked with the likes of J Hus and Maleek Berry, the visuals for ‘Serious’ definitely push forward the energetic and braggadocios tone of the record, and help to bring these elements further to life, from its gritty visual background, to the duo’s on-screen performance prowess, and the video’s ode to the classic high octane movie Mad Max: Fury Road.
Both ‘Brown Skin’ and ‘Serious’ are taken from NewAgeMuzik’s forthcoming sophomore EP CarTunes 2, which is the follow-up to their debut project CarTunes, which birthed fan favourites such as ‘Da Beat’, ‘Trending Topic’ and ‘DMs’, and lead to the over 1 million stream and views the duo have garnered recently, plus support from FACT Magazine, MTV, Beats 1 and OVO Radio, to mention a few.
Speaking about the inspiration for ‘Serious’, NewAgeMuzik say, “Musically, we wanted to bring the energy with ‘Serious’ and stake our claim as a force to be reckoned with in 2017. Most of our previous singles are quite mid-tempo, what the scene might consider as ‘vibes’, but we don’t want to be boxed in by that, so we did something totally different and outside of the box for ‘Serious’”.
The duo add that, “On another level, ‘Serious’ is a reminder that, as the song lyric ‘It’s not that deep […] you already know life ain’t so serious’ goes, we shouldn’t always take things so seriously. Nothing is ever too complicated, and this particular line, as with the rest of the track in all fairness, is a call for us, and hopefully anyone listening to this, to try and have a more positive outlook on life”.
Countdown to the biggest African music award ceremony in Diaspora, African Muzik Magazine Awards (Afrimma) that has also become a music festival.
House of Blues , Dallas Texas on Oct 8th is where the stars would gather with the fans for the biggest African music awards that has gotten bigger as Afrimma 2017 Awards & Music Festival.
With his latest single ‘Ose’ surpassing the million streams mark across Spotify, YouTube and Soundcloud in just three months, along with support from the likes of Spotify, BBC 1Xtra, Rinse FM and Beats 1/Apple Music, among others, exciting 20-year old Afrobeats artist SK is back with a brand new single titled ‘Dat Way’, as well as its accompanying music video.
Directed by Chas Appeti, who has previously worked with Ghetts, Maverick Sabre, Lethal Bizzle, Fekky and Kojo Funds, the visuals for ‘Dat Way’ were shot against the breath-taking scenery and landscapes of Margate in Kent, and it captures SK serenading his leading lady, with lines that are sure to be fan favourites, such as “baby let’s fly away […] let’s do this thing our way, girl ‘dat way’ yeah”.
With every new offering from SK, the fast-rising London-based artist continues to highlight his growing musicianship and craftmanship, and showcase his glorious vocals, infectious songwriting skills, star power, and performance prowess. On the Saucy-produced ‘Dat Way’ and its visuals, he shifts gears yet again, and takes things up another notch, as he carves his own lane within the Afrobeats landscape.
Speaking about the inspiration behind ‘Day Way’, SK says, “The song is about flying away with the person you love. ‘Dat Way’ is the life story of young African love – growing up together, having plans of setting a foundation and building a home with each other. The instrumentation made me, think about escaping with a special someone, and growing in love with them. I hope lovers can relate to this one”.
Congolese singer Zaena is one of the fabulously talented artists from the Central African region, the petite vocalist’s love for music transcends just the recording studio, for her music is a lifestyle. The Los Angeles based star was born in DR Congo and spent the early part of her childhood in Houston, Texas.
Zaena sings in English, Swahili, Lingala, Nyaja, Shona, and some French and this marks her unique selling point as an artist. The multi-lingual lady released her debut Pop-Afro Pop album “Break the Surface” in 2012 and followed that up, towards the end of 2014, with the 6-track Ep, “You Don’t Know”. Her hit song “Ur Love”, has received over 1 million views on Youtube.
African music is currently popping (as the cool kids would say) all over the world and Zaena has that twisted little edge that creates a bit of mystery about her craft compared to other female artists. This is widely encapsulated in her song ‘Gimme All Your Love’. She adds a layer of complexity to it. Right from singing in church as an 8 year old, Zaena always feels alive when she holds the mic.
Her earliest musical influence was ‘Michael Jackson’, who she calls the best. Her kind of music is Afropop and her various influences come to play on her songs. “To me music is therapy, is the language of healing” , she says. She has played around with diverse sounds including electronic pop with a bit of African vibe.
Zaena is proud of the strides in African music today and the fact that lots of female artists are breaking through in the African music industry.
Her latest projects are the songs “Kotika Ngaite” Prd by Giggz, she explains “it’s congolese vibe mixed with pop, something you can dance to but with a sexy zouk vibe. Diva” Prd by Giggz is an dance pop – afro pop music, when you listen to it, all it makes you feel like is dancing.
“Music called, music chose me, I am music and feel music and I pretty much live music”, she declares emphatically as she sees herself becoming established internationally in the next few years and inspiring others. Zaena is currently working on her album , which she says is going to be different from the norm. She is looking forward to attending the Afrimma 2017 Awards & Music Festival as part of the promotion of her current singles as well as networking with other African stars.
Zaena is thankful to anyone who has ever listened or played her songs as she says without you, she would not be here.
Liberian Music Jon bricks has been quietly making waves with his brand of music all the way from China and creating much buzz with it. The Beijing based star shares his music thoughts and plans on upcoming album with AMM.
AMM:Can we meet you?
ZAMA: I’m Jon Bricks, Liberian international Musician based in (Asia-China). Born October 13, 1984 in Monrovia, Liberia. A Family man and a father of two beautiful girls. I’m a Musician, social reformer, philanthropist and a business man.
I currently run a Charity foundation that helps give back to the less privileged kids in Africa (Liberia precisely) called Zama Plus Foundation international based in Liberia, I’m also the owner and founder of Zama record international.
AMM: How did music start for you ?
ZAMA: Music started at an early age for me, around the 9- 12years at age 12 ,I started rapping to famous hiphop songs at the time. Back in high school I always use to sit at the back of the class and freestyle when it’s free time and all of my classmates will put their lunch money in the trash basket to hear me rap more for them. It was my true beginning, later I started performing at high schools Olympics, back to school jams and installation balls, from there i became a house whole name in school the , it’s where I got my name Bricks because Bricks are solid and stronger and are used to build beautiful houses n mansions in the world, it’s a popular block use to develop, every brick wants to be something great until it reaches its completions. So the name I choose as rapper given to me by fans was worth it because I’m always pushing for greatness.
AMM: What does music mean to you ?
ZAMA:Music means a lot to me most especially when I’m lonely or sad music heals me immediately. Without music I wonder if I would have come this far. I also listen to music and get inspired because I love hearing the message and sounds together so for me music is everything.
AMM: Who were your earliest music influence ?
ZAMA: Wow! My earliest music influences were; RUN DMC , Snow from the song Informer, LL cool J, Coolio, and then later came Pac and Biggie.
AMM: How would you describe your kind of music ?
ZAMA: Well for me music is universal so I actually don’t differentiate once it’s good music but for genres I will see my kind of music as Hipco, which is Liberian local vernacular mix with Hiphop that’s hip for hiphop and Co for Coloqua. But I mostly do dance music but I’m a versatile artist I love doing different things n sounds. So over all I’m a Afro rap artist.
AMM:What was the first song you ever made ?
ZAMA :My first recorded song was with my boy Beware on his album Use da side, i collaborated with him on many songs on his album then but officially my first Hit song that brought the Name Jon Bricks into lamb light in the Liberian music industry was called ” Just be there” alongside with my crew New dynasty on the Tom Holder Hipco Vol.2 mix tape, that was 2006. This is was a major hit in and out of Liberia with in the diaspora and it serves as a Slogan on the Lips on many up till present.
AMM:How has it been working your record label , what further plans are in store ?
ZAMA : My record label is doing great, it has been launched over a year plus and it’s an independent label that reaching for higher goals and has plans on signing talented artist as it expends.
AMM: What is the inspiration behind the forthcoming album ?
ZAMA:There’s a lot, it’s gonna be inspirational, entertaining and emotional because I had a bad start this year of which I just lost one of closest friend 1-Kilo who died few weeks ago, he has been with me on tours n in some of my studio sections so thinking about that makes it emotionally working on my new album but it’s gonna be Great with GOD’s help.
AMM: What is the weirdest thing fans can find out about you?
ZAMA: Well weirdest thing is that I love people but most time I love my personal space, being alone at home or studio or just being in my zone once I’m not performing or out, I don’t like too many unnecessary friendship that’s not my thing , my family, fans and few friends are just ok for me, anything else is just too much, not because I’m proud but I was raised to the mindset of minding my business and focusing on my growth and weaknesses.
AMM:What goes on your mind when you go on stage ?
ZAMA: When I’m on stage the first thing that runs through my mind is to deliver the best performance ever at that moment for my fans . I want them to get their time and money’s worth of every minute , seconds. And hour.
AMM: What’s the song currently on repeat on your playlist ?
ZAMA: Well I have my own song ” Conqueror” on repeat on my playlist, I love this song because it also inspire me n motivates me. When I recorded it last year it was right after I did my diva dream alive concert in Liberia along with my Chinese artist Zheng which was a huge Success with over 20,000 people at the event. It inspired me a lot n I bless GOD , I normally rap in all my songs but this one I choose to be different n try something new which I did, I also did the video in Italy- Milan during my 6 countries European tour n it was Awesome, I’m Grateful. Thanks to my wife who has been my background supporter in this project.
AMM: Where do you see yourself in the five years musically?
ZAMA: I see myself on a Bigger picture 5 years from now both as a musician and CEO. I see success and goals accomplishments.
AMM: Which African Artist would you like to work with ?
ZAMA :I listen to a lot of african artists n I quite like a few but for collaboration I would love to work with Phyno because I love his style and music delivery.
AMM:What words do you have for your fans ?
ZAMA: All I can say to my fans is keep doing what U have always been doing by supporting me and continue being there , I won’t disappoint U guys as always I will deliver exactly as U have known me over the years n even more, keep tuned because the best are yet to come, I love all of my fans , U are the Real MVP’s . Keep shinning
AMM: What should we expect from the album ? producers, collaborations?
ZAMA:This album is going to be legendary from the songs to the productions and everything , I don’t want to say much because I want to work to speak for itself but it’s gonna be the dopest album ever, that I can guarantee. Thanks