WELCOME TO AREME007: January 2011

Monday, January 31, 2011

GET READY TO FALL IN LOVE WITH OMOLARA

areme FRESH AND RECOMMENDS: GET READY TO FALL IN LOVE WITH OMOLARA

January 31st, 2011

Omolara is an artist on the stable of Cobhams Asuquo Music Productions(C.A.M.P.). Her honey-toned vocals are combined with some astute songwriting skills. Since her first single, “Be Like Yours“, Omolara has been putting together material for her debut album. During that time, she co-wrote 3 songs on Asa‘s sophomore effort “Beautiful Imperfection“. She also has writing credits on Bez‘s latest single “SuperSun“.

360Recommends her official single “Lover” for your ears, iPods, Playlists & fancy mp3 hardware. The song was of course produced by Cobhams. Her well written lyrics are sung so beautifully, it’s as if u can almost touch the music.

Omolara’s voice is simply mesmerizing!!!

Without further ado …please get familiar!

Omolara – Lover

Omolara - Lover (3.7 MiB, 17 hits)

FLAVOUR N’ABANIA FT SHO’BOI – THANK GOD

areme new: FLAVOUR N’ABANIA FT SHO’BOI – THANK GOD

January 31st, 2011

The new King of Hi-Life Music – Flavour N’Abania gets unto our 2011 Areme radar.

Flavour is on a massive roll right now – a hugely successful 2010 “Uplifted” album, a feature on MI’s “African Rapper No 1” runaway success, concert tours in major cities in USA and a record deal with a subsidiary of Def Jam Records.

What more can he possibly want – Possibly more hits for 2011?

Well he starts 2011 off in the right way with a song thanking & praising God. “Thank God” features Sho’Boi and is sang in 3 languages – Igbo, Yoruba & English. The track was produced by Jaystunt

This sweet track grows on me with each listen and I’m pretty sure it will grow on you too.

Yup! Get familiar!

Flavour ft Sho’Boi – Thank God

Flavour ft Sho’Boi - Thank God (3.7 MiB, 66 hits)

AREME NEW: TRAQSTARR FT LAZEBOI – EVERYWHERE WE GO

January 31st, 2011

It’s TraQstarr baby!!! We featured this young Mic Wrecka on AREME Fresh 2011 & the kid seems to be on steroids, stepping his game up exponentially!!!

Peep his latest joint “Everywhere We Go” featuring Lazeboi. Been bumping the joint since …hook is kinda catchy!!! It was produced by D’accoustic Beatz

Pls get familiar!

Traqstarr ft Lazeboi – Everywhere We Go

Traqstarr ft Lazeboi - Everywhere We Go (3.5 MiB, 3 hits)

Sunday, January 30, 2011

AREME FRESH: STANCHI – WEY MY MONEY

areme FRESH: STANCHI – WEY MY MONEY

January 29th, 2011

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Stanchi Urcafur as he is known is a low head who ventured into music in his latter years in secondary school. He was born in Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria in the late 1980s. He recorded his first song in 2007 titled walking alone which enjoyed radio plays. He then went on to feature Frenzy on the track Wey My Money which was his first single that brought him into prominence in University of Lagos.

He also has other songs amongst which a song which he featured Baba Dee titled look good. His style comes with so much eccentricity which makes him both an incredible singer and a crunk rapper. Currently unsigned, he has so much dreams, the type that martin luther had… lol.

He is currently managed by btee of Btee Concepts. Listen up to “Wey My Money” below, and lets know what you think of this naija crunk jam!

Wey My Money – Stanchi

AREME FRESH: GFLAV TURNS HIS SWAG ON

areme FRESH: GFLAV TURNS HIS SWAG ON

January 29th, 2011

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Hassan Olugbenga Sheriff aka Gfunky Flav, born and raised on the street of las gidi found his 1st recipe in music as he spiced up his swag with both Nigerian and American hip hop music trend. A graduate of OOU, who studied architecture he built in himself the foundation of creativity and style which also blends with the fusion of his mother tongue .

He found more expressive form of music as he got inspired by Lil Wayne, Jay Z and Kanye West. which led to his street swag delivery into the Nigerian music scene he set his eyes on music from the secondary school days at Methodist boys high school, Victoria Island which has helped him boost his environmental experience .

He professionally triggered his music career in 2008. Check out his track – Turn My Swag On (Yan Fanda) from his mix tape album ‘My RECIPE‘ and do drop yo comments.

Gflav – Turn My Wag On ( Yan Fanda )

NEW VIDEO: TATIANA DURAO FT NAETO C – CRAZY

January 29th, 2011

Peep the hot new video from Angola’s Tatiana Durao (Big Brother Africa) for her track “Crazy” which features Super Naeto C.

It’s definitely Super C Season …Naeto C seems to be on everything on the Continent right now.

Tatiana seems to have done a bit of vocal lessons (abi na technology) cos she sounds way better than I can recall.

Yup! Get familiar!

OYINKANSOLA FT GREGORY – FOREVER VALENTINE

areme new: OYINKANSOLA FT GREGORY – FOREVER VALENTINE

January 29th, 2011

Peep the latest offering from Oyinkansola, the Black Label diva, I can’t stop raving about.

Her new track “Forever Valentine” is her 4th single off her upcoming debut album “The Premiere” said to drop this April and is a lovely duet with soul artiste Gregory.

As the Valentine season approaches and the break-ups increase (yeah! good plan, men), this track is the tonic on the tip of Cupid’s arrow as it celebrates Love.

This track along with her other singles “Hands Up“, “Cry” and “Macmillan Story” showcase her versatility and lyrical depth.

Don’t sleep on her, peeps; just get familiar!

Oyinkansola ft Gregory – Forever Valentine

Oyinkansola ft Gregory - Forever Valentine

SUPER C SEASON ALBUM DROPS ON FEBRUARY 7, 2011

January 28th, 2011

Press Release:

In November 2010, Naeto C was crowned Best Hip Hop Act in Africa @Channel O awards, 2010 in Johannesburg. This brought everything full circle as we knew that on November 17 of the same month he would also get another permanent title, MSC, for his graduation with honors from Dundee University’s School of Energy which is one of the top schools in the world.
We know there are many talented artistes, singers, rappers, etc who are graduates and even post-graduates but we are not sure there is anyone who has done it at this level, being a major star, winning major awards and at the same time having the discipline to deliver at the other end where there is no glamour but just hard work.
Now the degree is done, the focus shifts back to the music, over the past 18 months Naeto C has gone through a process of transformation and now we haveSuper C, a man blessed with an ability to multi-task, to lead, to motivate and to show by example that their are no limits to what the young Nigerian nay African can achieve when they put their mind to it.
Many people would like to take credit for Naeto C’s success but beyond his genes, his talent married with hard work, the longstanding support of Storm, the rest is down to God. Naeto C again made history by being one of the few hip hop artists to perform at The Whitehall Palace in London and also had the rare privilege of acting as the Host for the Prestigious Thisday Arise’s event ” O”n the road to 100years for Nigeria with Gordon Brown.
Therefore as we enter Valentine and the month of February it seems only apt that in this season of goodwill we also enter Super C Season. When we refer to Naeto C as Super C we refer to the innate capacity of all people to overcome their own limitations and to aspire and achieve, to soar for the heights, and in doing this and celebrating Naeto we celebrate the strength, vitality, talent, resolve and humanity of his primary constituency, the Nigerian and African Youth, many of you are SuperHeroes and have to be that to survive and thrive in our environment so claim it as your own we recognize you and Naeto C salutes you.
Super C comes bearing gifts of music and motivation and wants to share his blessings with his fans, family, friends and public, its that time, its his time, itsSuper C Season. The album will be released before worldwide on Feb 7th and digitally on Feb 5th so be prepared and look out for it everywhere. Its that time to embrace your inner superhero and to soar for the heights as you do so we hope this album will be part of the soundtrack to your life and will keep you motivated, dancing, will nourish your mind, body and soul.

Peep the track-listing below:

FUNKE OSIBODU, JOHN MOMOH, FLORENCE SERIKI, BODE PEDRO, UCHE NNAJI JOIN ALL STAR LINE-UP FOR THE FUTURE PRE-AWARDS CONFERENCE JANUARY 29!

January 28th, 2011

Registration is ongoing for The Future Pre-Awards “Do Something” Conference. This is the third edition of the conference and it holds on Saturday, 29 January 2011 at the Main Auditorium of the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba by 11am.

The awards proper hold the next day at Landmark Events Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.

“The ‘Do Something Conference‘ is always an attempt to use the popularity and network of the awards to motivate young Nigerians in whatever field,” said Kenneth Oliko, the awards’ spokesperson. “Young people are always seen to complain about how difficult Nigeria is and the many challenges that they face; but this conference shows them role models who have survived with integrity in spite of these challenges and who have excelled. With this conference, we are leading young people to stop complaining, stop waiting, stop wanting and start acting – to go out and improve their work or businesses, or to make change happen in Nigeria.”

The conference is a rare opportunity for these young Nigerians to meet with high-achieving role models who they would otherwise not have the opportunity to meet. The speakers don’t give lectures – rather, the participants ask them any questions on their minds about how they succeeded or how they achieved and get real time responses that are practical and useful.

As usual, it promises to be an explosive session with speakers such as:

Professor Pat Utomi (Director, Centre for Applied Economics, Lagos Business School)
Abike Dabiri (Member, House of Representatives)
Dr. Rasheed Gbadamosi (Former Chairman, Petroleum Product Pricing and Regulatory Agency)
Professor Oye Ibidapo-Obe (Former Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos/President, Nigeria Academy of Science)
Tonye Cole (Executive Director, Sahara Group)
Pastor Tunde Bakare (Senior Pastor, Latter Rain Assembly/Founder, Save Nigeria Group)
Poju Oyemade (Senior Pastor, Covenant Christian Centre)
Betty Irabor (Publisher, Genevieve Magazine)
Iretiola Doyle (Actress/TV Presenter)
Steve Babaeko (Creative Director, 141 Worldwide)
Banky W (Musician/Performer)
Ayo Animashaun (Founder Hip Hop World Awards and Executive Producer HIP on TV)
Debbie Ogunjobi (C.E.O Everywoman)
Kemi Adetiba (Director/ TV Presenter)
Tosyn Bucknor (Radio Presenter/Writer)
Fela Durotoye (Development Strategist)
Nicholas Okoye (CEO, Anabel)
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde (Actress/Musician)
Peace Anyiam-Osigwe (CEO, AMAA Awards)
Bukola Adubi (CEO, Miccom Golf Resort)
Kefee (Musician)
Tolu Sangosanya (Founder, LOTS Foundation)
Bode Pedro (CEO, VEDA Technology)
Frank Edoho (TV Anchor)
Uche Nnaji (Ouch!)
John Momoh (CEO, Channels TV)

Tickets are still on sale for N1000 (however for students with ID cards, they go for N500). The tickets are available at any Ouch! shop in Lagos Surulere, Maryland, Ikota or the Silverbird Galleria – or at the venue of the conference – Unilag Main Auditorium.

Participants who want confirmed seats can however register on www.thefuturenigeria.com.

The event also broadcasts live on the internet! Paradigm Initiative Nigeria is partnering with The Future Awards to endure individuals who for some reason cannot attend the event watch the event live. By visiting www.yrn.me/tfa2011, young Nigerians can connect to the event and enjoy this amazing opportunity.

This event is supported by Access Bank, HiTV and the Miccom Golf Resorts. Official Media Partners are Y! (www.ynaija.com), Cool FM and Wazobia FM.

Thursday, January 27, 2011

Mandela in good health and good spirits: grandson

January 28, 2011 - 08:15am

Nelson Mandela ... concerns over his health. Photo: Reuters

Nelson Mandela, the former South African president who was admitted to hospital yesterday, "is in good health and good spirits", Zondwa Mandela, his grandson, said in an interview from his mobile phone today.

Mr Mandela, 92, undergoes regular hospital check-ups, but his latest visit starting on Wednesday stretched into an unusually long stay.

Journalists camped outside the hospital on Thursday as Mr Mandela's relatives and friends entered for visits.

Children from a school adjacent to Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg show off a placard wishing former South African president Nelson Mandela a speedy recovery.Photo: Reuters

South African President Jacob Zuma, attending the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, is being updated on developments by the Defence Minister, whose department is responsible for current and former presidents' health care.

In a statement on Thursday, the South African President's office cautioned reporters not to put pressure on Mr Mandela's doctors and to give "a national hero" dignity and respect.

Children at a school next door to Milpark Hospital made cards and posters wishing Mr Mandela well and put them up on the school grounds.

Nelson Mandela's family members leave the hospital Photo: Reuters

Head teacher Nicky Humphries said students and teachers prayed for South Africa's most famous and beloved citizen before classes started.

Mr Zuma's office said Mr Mandela "is comfortable and is well looked after by a good team of medical specialists".

Mr Mandela's office has released only a brief statement, saying on Wednesday the hospital visit was for routine tests and that Mr Mandela was in "no danger and is in good spirits".

Winnie and Nelson Mandela on their wedding day in 1958.

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Nelson Mandela: world statesman

Winnie and Nelson Mandela on their wedding day in 1958.

His spokesman did not return calls seeking more information.

The White House said US President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama's thoughts were with Mr Mandela.

Mr Mandela was jailed for 27 years for his fight against apartheid. He became South Africa's first black president in 1994 and stepped down after serving one term in 1999. He largely retired from public life in 2004.

The public has seen only glimpses of him recently, such as in November, when his office released photos of a private meeting between Mr Mandela and members of the US and South African soccer teams.

The teams had just played a match in his honour.

Mr Mandela also appeared at the closing ceremony of the World Cup in July, waving to the crowd as he was driven in a small golf cart alongside his wife, Graca Machel.

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