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Nigerian Rappers That Are Capable of Representing The Country on an International Level
There have been talks and arguments on whether Nigerian rappers are lyrically capable to stand against rappers from other countries (South Africa, Kenya, UK, USA). Hip-hop in Nigeria has yet to experience the kind of love and support other countries are showing to their rappers and the rap culture. Although there are many people who…
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Iyanya Vs Ubi Franklin: The Nigerian Music Industry Is Not What It Seems Like And We Need To Be More Wary
As someone who has worked in a nightclub before, I must admit that the entertainment scene is a really dirty and messy place. Many a time, many of the glamorous things the media shows us are merely a front. Things are hardly as they seem. Most relationships are founded on pretense and lies. At any…
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“Radio” Official Lyrics Breakdown by Bella Alubo on NotjustVerses
Reshaping the future of the music industry as an independent artist, Bella Alubo is unique and her sound is distinct. Her single, Radio, on which she featured her former label mate Ycee reveals her lyrical dexterity and her ability to introduce a new sound. She brags about where she hails from, Jos on the hip-hop…
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8 Nigerian Artists That Are Expected To Drop Projects This Year
2018 was a good year for music. We saw the release of several hit singles and albums. Many new artists emerged with fresh sounds and the regular names also blessed the music space with interesting projects. Burna Boy released his critically-acclaimed album Outside, Adekunle Gold released About 30, Seun Kuti released Black Times, Blaqbonez released…
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Peruzzi Is Ready For A Great Music Year
The end of 2017 saw the rise of emerging artist Peruzzi after releasing his banger For Your Pocket. The skilled singer/songwriter enjoyed more credibility when Davido jumped on the remix. Their collaboration was tantamount to white rice and stew; an immaculate combination which can only yield impressive results. Shortly after, Peruzzi was signed to DMW…
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International Women’s Day: Celebrating Female Artists Who Have Been Influential In The Nigerian Music Industry
Today is International Women’s day and Notjustok would like to take time out to appreciate the amazing women who have made (and continue to make) monumental contribution to the Nigerian music industry. In an industry that’s completely patriarchal, we have seen women rise to challenge the norm and have succeeded in directing attention to themselves…
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Davido’s US Press Tour: Will He Crack The US Market?
Afrobeats superstar Davido has been on a roll recently as he has been setting and breaking records locally and internationally. The singer has continued to push barriers as he takes the African sound to towering heights. Earlier this year, Davido sold out his headlined concert at the O2 Arena. He joined the league of extraordinary…
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Nigerian Artists That Have Failed To Leave An Impression In The Music Industry
It is a joyful thing to see an artist blow up. In the music industry, we have experienced different artists drop songs that blow up and bring some attention to the artist. The audience begins to follow up on the artist and watch their every move. The curiosity increases when the artist appears to have…
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Boomplay Celebrates Women In Music On International Women’s Day
Boomplay, the number one music streaming and download app in Africa, will celebrate International Women’s Day 2O19 with the “Boom Queens” app takeover and play time campaign. From Tiwa Savage to Efya, Rihanna, Vanessa Mdee, Fena Gitu and so many more; these creative and talented women have been changing the narrative one day at a…
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The Surest Way To Blow As An Upcoming Artist Is To Build An Organic Fan Base
The upcoming phase of an artist’s life is usually full of turmoil. There’s so much struggle in the come up that some give up their passion and opt for other things. The pressure is sometimes a little too difficult to handle. In a country where the structure of the music industry is shaky and there…