Tuesday 13 November 2012

Banky W Set To Release New Album

E.M.E Chairman, Banky W, was expected to deliver the very highly anticipated #R&BW album earlier this year... however, in a move that caught his numerous fans and followers by surprise, he postponed the release of his solo material to put the EME Crew in the forefront. 

This turned out to be a good decision for the crew, as 2012 witnessed the release of the "Empire Mates State Of Mind" album arguably Nigeria's biggest and best album this year.



Fans all over the world were thrilled as EME churned out hit song after hit song from the album, with big-budget, and painstakingly produced videos to accompany them. 
Being the creative mind behind the Label, Banky has established EME and its talented artistes in the hearts and minds of millions of fans worldwide.

As a businessman and record executive, he has enjoyed tremendous success. Banky W is accomplished as an M.C/host, having hosted events such as the 2011 Channel O Awards, and many similar high profile events. Banky has also launched his acting career with a Stellar debut recurring role on the final season of MNET's hit TV show "Jacob's Cross". He also remains one of the most relevant voices for Nigeria's youth, taking prominent roles in everything from #LightUpNigeria to the Fuel Subsidy Protests.

 
However, fans of Banky the Singer have been wondering when Africa's R&B King would take a break from being a businessman, loosen up his tie, and get back in the booth. He's had his fair share of collaborations with Artistes in and outside EME, but it's been almost three years since the release of "Strong Ting" and "Lagos Party", evergreen songs which cemented Mr. W's place in the Nigerian Music Scene, and kick-started the tremendous success the label has experienced.
 
Now, Mr W, the singer, is back!

Two brand new singles lead the way for the forthcoming #R&BW album. The first is "Yes/No", where we see Banky once again team up with the legendary Cobhams Asuquo, to create another undeniably evergreen Nigerian ballad. Lovers of love songs will be thrilled beyond limits as Banky effortlessly shows off his vocal prowess over a perfect musical backdrop from Cobhams. 

The second single, "Good Good Loving" is produced by Spellz. African R&B has never sounded so fresh. 

If these two songs are any indication, the #R&BW album WILL undoubtedly be another masterpiece; another classic product from Nigeria's leading label EME; and the expectations of Banky's long-starved fans will be met - maybe even exceeded. 

27 Year old Student Win MTN Aeroplane PROMO!! Chooses Cash Equivalent.

A winner has eventually emerged in the MTN Ultimate Wonder Promo where a brand new Cessna 182T aeroplane was the star prize. This is notwithstanding the instruction by NCC that all promotions and lotteries by telecommunications companies be stopped with immediate effect.

According to an announcement on MTN Nigeria’s official Facebook page, Miss Ebube Essien-Garricks, 27, a student, won the prize.
The statement reads:
“We are delighted to announce that Miss Ebube Essien-Garricks, a 27 year old student based in Port Harcourt, Rivers state, has emerged winner of the brand new Cessna 182T AEROPLANE in the MTN Ultimate Wonder Promo which ended today!
“When contacted on phone, Ebube said she would prefer the cash equivalent of N64 million. Lucky girl!

Chuka, Ogechukwu Godwin Join Nigeria's Got Talent Top 10

It gets more exciting, as two contestants (Chuka and Ogechukwu Godwin) last week joined Mr. Bariyu and Impulse in the final stage of the popular franchise show.

Twenty year old Ogechukwu Godwin was the viewer’s choice, and this automatically qualified him to join the finalist train, however following the show’s format, the judges had to pick between who had the second and third highest votes- The Lord’s Chosen Dancers and Chuka.

While Yibo and Kate chose Chuka, Dan insisted that he would have loved to go with The Lord’s Chosen Dancers, but it wouldn’t change anything.


Andre Blaze
Asuquo Romeo
 
Asuquo Romeo
Blessing Christopher

Chuka and Ogechukwu Godwin go to the next level

Ekazue Azuka

Gabriel Ayankoko

Obatem Deborah

Ogechukwu Godwin

Pebbles

Toke Salami

Vodavillz

With Chuka and Ogechukwu joining the finalists, the heat is definitely on as the final performance night on December 9 gets closer and closer, and as the weeks go by, ten contestants come in every week to slug it out for a position in the final stage.

This week, Vodavillz dance group, Asuquo Romeo (Mono Cyclist juggler), Azuka Ekazue (Singer), Toke Salami (Singer), The Pebbles (Dance group), Gabriel Ayankojo, Obetem Nkami Deborah, Xpendables and Blessing Christopher performed in front of the judges.
“Only two people from this group will make it to the final stage” Adaora Mbelu Project Manager says

Sixteen semi finalists with the lowest public votes have been eliminated from the contest and as the show gets hotter, the curiosity as to who will become winner has reached high points.
Voting closes by midnight on Tuesday, so viewers are expected to send their favorite character’s short code to 33685. 
Hosted by Andre Blaze, auditions for the first Nigeria’s Got Talent held in Enugu, Abuja, Calabar, Benin, Ibadan and Lagos, with judges Kate Henshaw, Yibo Koko and Dan Foster sourcing for fifty brilliant talents
Sponsored by Airtel. Nigeria’s Got Talent live show airs on AIT by 11.00spm, STV by 8pm , TVC by 9pm, HITV UK by 9pm, NTA Network by 4pm and SoundCity by 6.30pm

Watch the ninth episode here
Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqLVZ9a5xMA
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZF0CkrD-D3c
Part 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z64uC8l0yI
Part 4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGpLQRyqm3s

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