NEW VIDEO: KUSE BY PSALMOS FT KORE

Few years back,Psalmos  released a worship song in her dialect(ekiti) titled Ku'se.She featured one of Nigeria's most popular gospel artiste- Kenny Kore. The release of the song helped create a huge fan base for psalmos and also a huge turnaround in the Nigerian gospel scene.However, this year has finally released the video to the song Ku'se. When asked why it took her so long to bring out the video she said " I guess this is the time God wants it to be out,I pray my fans love it and above all it touches lives"

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NEWS: SOUL SINGER, NIKKI LAOYE NOMINATED FOR 2014 AFRIMMA (AFRICAN MUZIK MAGAZINE AWARDS) IN DALLAS TEXAS (USA)

Nigerian Soul Singer, Nikki Laoye has been nominated for "Best Gospel Artiste" in the 2014 AFRIMMA (African Muzik Magazine Awards) coming up on the 26th of July in Dallas, Texas (USA).  Topping the list as the only Nigerian based artiste in her category, Nikki was nominated alongside UK based Nigerian singer, Isabella; Sonnie Badu(Ghana); Icha kavons(Congo); Bahati(Kenya); Ntokozo Mbambo(south Africa); Emmy Kosgei(Kenya).

According to AFRIMMA, Nikki Laoye was chosen as a top contender in her category out of hundreds of artist spanning throughout Africa and Diaspora, after an extensive consumer research, international committee research throughout Africa and a continuous review by AFRIMMA's internal committee.

Recently winning the Headies in 2013 for "Best Vocal Peformance - Female", Nikki Laoye has gained further international acclaim with her award winning dance hit single "1-2-3" and the groovy love jam, "Your Number" with brother/producer, Xblaze.

Nikki Laoye is currently signed to Music Management company, Wahala Media Entertainment.

Other Nigerian Artistes nominated in this year's edition of AFRIMMA include 2Face Idibia, Flavour, Tiwa Savage, P-Square, Iyanya, Davido, Wizkid, Chidinma, Nneka, Phyno, Bracket, DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Xclusive & many more.

To Vote for Nikki Laoye, visit 

http://afrimma.com/afrimma-nominees-2014/

Follow Nikki on twitter & instagram: @NikkiLaoye

www.reverbnation.com/NikkiLaoye

ABOUT AFRIMMA (AFRICAN MUZIK MAGAZINE AWARDS)

AFRIMMA is a highly anticipated award show whose primary purpose is to cross boundaries with music & celebrate the beauty of African music and artistry. 

The sound of Africa is diverse and has garnered an international appeal therefore this event serves as an opportunity to celebrate the top African Acts and the contributions they have made in relation to the African culture and sound through their music.

Hosted by International Celebrity Comedian, Basket Mouth alongside Ghanaian Beauty Sensation and Actress, Juliet Ibrahim, the 2014 Award show will take place Saturday, July 26, 2014 at the Eisemann Center, located in the heart of Dallas Suburban district, Richardson. 

The star studded event will honor some of the world’s top African celebrity music artists, managers, producers, DJ’s, and cultural influencers whilst attracting guests from over 17 African Countries as well as various cities throughout the United States. 

AFRIMMA will feature exclusive performances from some of the most sought after musicians, dancers and artist from Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, South Africa and more. Confirmed artists include Iyanya, 2face,Stanley Enow, Flavour, Davido, Diamond Platinumz ,Fally Ipupa, Navio and more.

For general event information, log on to www.afrimma.com.

 For sponsorship or partnerships inquiries, Email:  pr@jengerbread.com .

For ticket information, log on to www.eisemanncenter.com or call (972) 744-4600.

For press and media related inquiries, Email: pr@jengerbread.com or call 1.888.907.2203 ext. 4.

MUSIC: RAY Q | NO BE GOD | PROD. BY XBLAZE

After a long haul, Nigerian Indigenous HipHop artiste, Ray Q is back with another hit song, "NO BE GOD!!".

Featuring the captivating hook by fast rising Pop singer, Presh P alongside the soothing harmony vocals by soul singer, Nikki Laoye's brother/producer - Xblaze; "NO BE GOD" is a song everyone can relate to...the daily survival through life with the undeniable help of our maker, delivered in Yoruba street lingua.

Ace Producer & "123" hitmaker, Xblaze creates yet another masterpiece - HipHop Soul at its best with its real life hand claps, unforgettable guitar chord patterns and the soul searching bass rhythms. (Xblaze, who was the in-house producer for 2013 GLO XFACTOR, is the producer behind top singles such as "1-2-3" & "Your Number" by Nikki Laoye; "Music Lives" by ModeNine etc )

Top Nigerian Singer, Nikki Laoye, who tags Ray Q's "No Be God" as one of her favourite songs of 2014, shares "I have this song on repeat since the very first day I heard it in the studio. The music, the lyrics..that bass line!! Gosh! It gets me up to the heavens from the moment I press play. It's a different approach as Ray Q & Presh P speak in Youruba & English - a combo of the unique language of the streets, expressing the daily experience of joy, pain, survival and safety in God. I am sure people would love it".

Download and Enjoy this new HipHop Soul tune of 2014.

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Follow on twitter: @thepreshp @TheRealXblaze

MUSIC: YADA MAGAZINE | YADA MUSIC PROJECT VOL. 3 (FREE MIXTAPE)

Nigerian Faith Based website, Yada Magazine has released the third in their YadaMag Music Project series. Tagged “The African Edition”, the dual disc mixtape is free and available for download as a part of their anniversary celebrations.

From Hip Hop to R&B to Highlife, Rock and Worship; the songs are straight from the heart of the musicians featured on this project. Chocolate City’s Nosa’s heartfelt ballad “Always on My Mind” to Da Trumpet and Sleek’s remake of the popular Olu Maintain song “Nawti”. From the raw hip hop message of Fizzikal’s Wake Up to the acoustic soul rendition of This Smile by Tosinger and not forgetting brand new music from the new hip hop collective; Rooftop Clan (Sokleva, Snatcha and Protek) and Casey’s bubbling under hit, Oritsejolomi.

Since 2011, Yada Magazine has released The YadaMag Music Project as a way of featuring the best of Nigerian and International Christian Music. Some of the artistes featured in the past are Je’kob Washington from The Washington Projects, Evin Amiri from 21:03, theBREAX, Applejaxx, t.Jay, Rooftop MCs, Onos, Modele, IBK Spaceshipboi, Pastor J, Simi, Gameman among others.

The YadaMag Music Project is a way through which the magazine hopes to build a bridge between the Nigerian gospel scene and the International Scene as the magazine is committed to promoting and supporting quality faith based entertainment in Nigeria and across the world.

Download the mixtape for free here: DOWNLOAD

Check out the full tracklist below

DISC A

1.      Awa O Tush Oh- Gaise

2.      Fizzikal- Wake Up

3.      Christ Messenja (CMJ)- Hold On

4.      C.I.A. feat. Kinsu & Nolly- All A’ Dem

5.      Rapsodee- Fundamental

6.      Da Trumpet feat. Sleek- Lovin’

7.      Nosa- Always on my Mind

8.      Oche- Asking

9.      Sam Adebanjo & Friends- Prayer for Nigeria

10.  DavidB- Sold Out

11.  Glowreeyah Braimah- God Alone

12.  eMJOY- Baale

13.  D'orhnell- Kowole

14.  Snatcha (Rooftop Clan)- YHWH

15.  Christ Rydaz Feat. Steve Williz- Ubangiji

16.  Choice- Shayo

17.  Casey- Oritsejolomi



DISC B

1.      Tosinger- This Smile

2.      Protek feat. Okey Sokay (Rooftop Clan)- Ayaya

3.      eMJOY- Rejoyce

4.      XL2LETTERS- You Know Where To Find Me

5.      Nolly- Ndewo

6.      Sokleva Feat. Okey Sokay & IBK- Seasons

7.      Propane Feat. Cedar- Harder

8.      edWORD- #Ifeloju

9.      Oke- Back to the Basics

10.  Jason Dawn- I’m in Love

11.  Fidel Ochefu- Arms of Mercy

12.  Phil Roberts- Mighty God

13.  TimiPsalms Feat. Propane- Oba Ni

14.  Kinsu- Mindful

15.  Uzo (The Worship Chef)- Blessed be God

16.  Boluwatife- Greater



CONNECT WITH YADA MAGAZINE

Twitter: http://twitter.com/YadaMag

Facebook: http://facebook.com/yadamag

Website: www.yadamag.com

MUSIC: THE MOVEMENT | ALADEWURA | VC.PEREZ

VC Perez‘s ensemble, The Movement returns with a spanking new single titled Aladewura (Royalty).

“Our mission this time is to remind us of Our True Identity! We are the beloved of the King of the Universe. We are Royalties. Loved by our Father… and as HE is, so are we in this world!” VC Perez said.

The Movement by VC Perez consists of Gameman, STUDIO and Lily Perez.

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Connect with The Movement:

Twitter: @VC_Perez @Gamemanmusic @LilyPrz @jebo_STUDIO

MUSIC: TIM GODFREY | KOSI | Feat. CCIOMA & IBK

Republic Of Xtreme Music is at it again!

The Tim Godfrey led team is back with another single from the forthcoming double album ‘iWorship’ and ‘The Audience Of One’.

The amazing minister Tim Godfrey and the Xtreme duo of CCIOMA & IBK, brings you a powerful worship single titled KOSI (No One).

It is no longer news that the country is going through a tough phase and the need for us to lift up our voices and surrender our lives to GOD in worship becomes even more crucial than ever before. Because He alone can see us through these trying times; Komasi, no one else but God. KOSI which means NO ONE is the follow up single to the awesome song NA YOU BE GOD released sometimes in April, 2014. 

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The double CD album ‘iWorship’ and 'The Audience of one’ will be officially released on the 6th of June 2014 and over 5 million copies will be distributed free. Get ready! It’s @timgodfrey79 @timxtremecrew

MUSIC: XL2LETTERS | YOU NO KNOW | Feat. GIFTBERRIES

After the brief silence of a few months and Background work, XL2LETTERS is returns with a fresh new sound and approach to hip hop like it’s never been heard before.

In his latest single titled ‘YOU NO KNOW’, XL2LETTERS cuts across with a much more dynamic sound and an upbeat progression while staying true to his hip hop roots. On this track, XL2LETTERS expresses his appreciation for all God has done for him and others around him. He also states that his blessings are too many to be counted and he is grateful for each and every one of them.

He also features the talented songstress GIFTBERRIES, creating a perfect blend of hip hop and soul on a dance hall beat.

The Track was produced by the multi-talented and award winning OkeySokay. The track is the first single off THE SE7EN EP, which will consist of 7 awesome tracks that will be dropped on the 7th of July 2014 [7/7/14]

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SHORT BIO:

XL2LETTERS (Adejumo Adekunle Gbogboade), (ff @XL2LETTERS) is a fast rising Rapper who hails from Osun state but has lived most of his life in Lagos state. He grew up listening to a lot of hip hop, jazz and soul music, which greatly influences his style of lyricism and choice of delivery. He is a Masters graduate of architecture from the University of Lagos, and is also a graphic designer by profession.

He started his professional music career in 2009 and has never looked back since. He has worked with top artistes such as FLOROCKA, B.o.u.q.u.i, Gameman and Provabs. He dropped his Mixtape Titled 'The Grace Alone Mixtape' in August 2013.