From TV host to Afro Pop Star? Listen to Sophy Aiida’s Debut Single “Break It Down”

Some of you may recognize her as the co-host of “The Green Room” at the 2012 Nigeria Entertainment Awards in New York; or, as the co-host of the 2012 Kora Awards ceremony in Abdjan, but this strapping young woman, Sophy Aiida is taking a foray into Afro Pop.

Born and raised in Paris and now based in New York City, USA, she’s more well-known as an actress and TV host. With her debut single, “Break It Down” she’s ready to change all that.

Produced by A’Won Boyz go-to producer, Melvitto, written and co-produced by Sophy Aiida.
What do you think?

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Wande Coal, Don Jazzy, D’Prince & More Stars to Perform at the Big Brother Africa “The Chase” Opening Ceremony

Sunday 26th of May 2013 is drawing nearer and Big Brother Africa – The Chase will soon be on. As they introduce us to 28 new housemates, the opening ceremony is going to be a huge smash with performances from Nigerian, Kenyan and South African acts taking the stage.

Last year, J. Cole headlined the opening ceremony. This year, Don Jazzy, D’ Prince and Wande Coal are set to take centre stage at the launch, joined by south African Mafikizolo and top notch Kenyan Rap queen, STL

With the live show screening from 19:00 CAT on AfricaMagic, AfricaMagic Entertainment, AfricaMagic World, DStv channel 197 and 198 as well as on the Big Brother Africa website, are you ready for ‘The Chase’ ? I know, I am

[Video] : Samklef – Suwe Remix Ft. Olamide

Samklef is a producer, singer and a video director, yes he directed this video by himself, he just toped his game a notch. With cameo appearances from popular Nollywood Actor/Comedian Baba Suwe and Samkle’f wife Yvonne and of course Olamide, Samklef delivers a decent video.

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Sweeping Swift! Taylor Swift Rules The Roost With Eight Trophies From The Billboard Music Awards

Taylor Swift and her 3.7 million-selling “Red” dominated the 2013 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night (May 19), taking home eight trophies as Gotye‘s “Somebody That I Used To Know” swept four major song categories and Rihanna ruled R&B.

The Las Vegas show aired from the MGM Grand Garden Arena. “30 Rock” alum Tracy Morgan hosted, with Don Mischer producing.

Swift swept us all as the Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 artist in ceremonies held at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas where awards were handed out in 45 categories. Swift received the night’s top honor, Artist of the Year, as well as Top Billboard 20 Artist, Top Female Artist, Top Country Artist and Top Digital Songs Artist. “Red” was Tops in the Billboard 200 and country albums categories; her “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” was named Top Country Song.

“Thank you for making my music the soundtrack to your crazy emotions,” she said in a thank you to fans after being named artist of the year. “You are the longest and best relationship I’ve had.”

Prince performing “Let’s Go Crazy”

Prince, who performed a medley of his classic “Let’s Go Crazy,” Edgar Winter’s instrumental “Frankenstein” and “Fix Ur Life Up,” was given the Icon Award for a career that includes 10 platinum albums and 30 Top 40 singles.

Besides, Gotye, Rihanna was the only other artist to walk away with four awards, winning in the R&B artist, album and song categories, plus Radio Songs Artist. Madonna, Nicki Minaj and One Directionwon three each while Justin Bieber, the late Jenni Rivera, Baauer and tobyMac secured two honors apiece.

Gotye & Kimbra: Somebody That I Used To Know

“Somebody That I Used To Know,” the single from Gotye and Kimbra that has sold 7.3 million downloads, won in the categories of Hot 100 Song, Rock Song, Radio Song and Streaming Song (Audio). Billboard Music Awards are based on data tracked between March 12, 2012 and March 10, 2013.

Justin ‘Thrilling’ Bieber

The Milestone Award, voted on by fans, went to Justin Bieber, who paused for about 20 seconds before speaking his mind about criticisms directed his way.

“I’m 19 years old, and I think I’m doing a pretty good job,” he said before thanking his family, fans and Jesus Christ. “It should be about the music, about the craft. This is not a gimmick. I should be taken seriously.”

Below is the complete list of all the winners.

ARTIST AWARDS
Top Artist: Taylor Swift
Top New Artist: One Direction
Top Male Artist: Justin Bieber
Top Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Top Duo/Group: One Direction
Top Billboard 200 Artist: Taylor Swift
Top Hot 100 Artist: Maroon 5
Top Digital Songs Artist: Taylor Swift
Top Radio Songs Artist: Rihanna
Top Touring Artist: Madonna
Top Social Artist: Justin Bieber
Top Streaming Artist: Nicki Minaj
Top Pop Artist: One Direction
Top R&B Artist: Rihanna
Top Rap Artist: Nicki Minaj
Top Country Artist: Taylor Swift
Top Rock Artist: fun.
Top Latin Artist: Jenni Rivera
Top Dance Artist: Madonna
Top EDM Artist: David Guetta
Top Christian Artist: tobyMac

ALBUM AWARDS
Top Billboard 200 Album: Taylor Swift, “Red”
Top Pop Album: Adele “21″
Top R&B Album: Rihanna “Unapologetic”
Top Rap Album: Nicki Minaj “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded”
Top Country Album: Taylor Swift “Red”
Top Rock Album: Mumford & Son “Babel”
Top Latin Album: Jenni Rivera “Las Misma Gran Senora”
Top Dance Album: Madonna “MDNA”
Top EDM Album: Skrillex “Bangarang”
Top Christian Album: tobyMac “Eye On It”

SONG AWARDS
Top Hot 100 Song: Gotye Featuring Kimbra “Somebody That I Used To Know”
Top Digital Song: Carly Rae Jepsen “Call Me Maybe”
Top Radio Song: Gotye Featuring Kimbra “Somebody That I Used To Know”
Top Streaming Song (Audio): Gotye Featuring Kimbra “Somebody That I Used To Know”
Top Streaming Song (Video): PSY “Gangnam Style”
Top Pop Song: Carly Rae Jepsen “Call Me Maybe”
Top R&B Song: Rihanna “Diamonds”
Top Rap Song: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis “Thrift Shop”
Top Country Song: Taylor Swift “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”
Top Rock Song: Gotye Featuring Kimbra “Somebody That I Used To Know”
Top Latin Song: Michel Telo “Ai Se Eu Te Pego”
Top Dance Song: Baauer “Harlem Shake”
Top EDM Song: Baauer “Harlem Shake”
Top Christian Song: Matt Redman “10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)”

[Music] : Rayce - Jack Sparrow

The energetic Rayce returns with a sound engineered to hijack the airwaves, as well as the hearts of music lovers everywhere! In his new mid-tempo offering titled Jack Sparrow Rayce displays a growth in musical expertise, while retaining those elements which made his 2011 hit ‘Roll’ the raving success that it was. The careful fusion of the old and new results in a sound which needs just one listen to show that Rayce – in his incarnation as the lady-ravishing Jack Sparrow, is set to take his fans on the musical voyage of a lifetime.

Indeed, recent moves made by the talented singer and producer cut the figure of a man with colossal plans, as he recently joined his friend and frequent co-conspirator Dpzle as a label mate on Getting Our Dreams Entertainment.

Showing a preference for the figurative backseat, he has spent the last few months lending his skills to the works of Dpzle, De Magnus, and JDM among others – crafting a host of club ready tracks which have commandeered the airwaves. With Jack Sparrow, Rayce is effortlessly showing us what it great music is and with his new home Getting Our Dreams, fans across the globe can expect nothing but hits after hits from this strategic alliance.

Press Play, and let Captain Rayce’s Jack Sparrow take control of your speakers.


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[Music] : Praiz - Fire & Ice [Tinsel Theme Song]

In the cause of celebrating the 1000th episode of acclaimed soap 'Tinsel', the team behind what is arguably Nigeria's most successful soap opera recruited the handsome and talented X3M Music artiste 'Praiz' to belt out what is the new theme song of the addictive Tinsel. Listen to 'Fire & Ice' and be wowed by both the wondrous voice of Praiz and the world-class instrumentation and production of the number. James Bond things! 

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Colourful & Tropical! View the “Pretty Powerful” Editorial featuring M.A.F Couture for Zen Magazine’s May 2013 Issue

The May 2013 issue of Zen Magazine is here and it is looking bright, colorful and very laid back. The digital magazine which has had celebrities from Susan Peters to Dj Exclusive grace its covers brings to your screens its model of the year issue with model Mearg Tareke on its cover.

This issue features a bold fashion editorial featuring model Sippora Jack striking poses in clothes from M.A.F couture. This is also the Summer/Spring 2013 Collection for the M.A.F Couture label.

The “Pretty Powerful” editorial is taking this seasons colors to exciting and glamorous new grounds. View the editorial content below.

Credit:
Photography: Remon van den Kommer
Stylist: Tammy van Bommel
Make up Artist: Melanie Wortman
Hair Stylist: Eldridge Mullenh of Aloye Adede

For more information visit www.zenmagazineafrica.com