SEUN'S MOVIE RADAR: GENEVIEVE NNAJI & JOSEPH BENJAMIN STAR IN NEW (35mm) MOVIE: TANGO WITH ME.

From the desk of one of Nigeria's finest film producers; Ali Mahmoud Balogun, comes another movie, soon to hit big screens around the continent. Tango with me Star's Africa's Julia Roberts ( in the words of Oprah Winfrey) Genevieve  and Fresh face, Joseph Benjamin. Its shot on 35mm film....here is a short trailer.

SEUN'S STAR FORECAST: EVA

With an effortless delivery and flawless flow,
Eva burst on to the Nigerian HipHop scene
with her appearance on Cartiar's Remix of
Owo ati Swagger. Her outing on
DJ Jimmy Jatt's "Lick mic" completely
incinerated every doubt in the minds of Naija
HipHop heads that this babe was born to do it.
Eva recently released a single titled Down Low
featuring Shank. This song is enjoying some
major airplay right now. For 2011
this is one Nigerian Femcee that will not be
ignored....tell someone I SAID SO!!
Here's EVA wishing Yall a Merry Christmas.

NB>> here is a bonus video of her Jimmy's Jump Off
freestyle!!

SEUN'S STAR FORECAST:SAY HELLO TO PITA!

<PITA>

Peter Linus is a gospel alternative rock artiste...now
I know that this genre of music is kind of dicey to pull off in this part of the world,
how ever, I am a living witness to how easy PITA makes it look.
This dude's most priceless gift, is the power of his voice, and how well he harnesses it
within a live performance.

Here is a brief bio of Mr. Linus:

At age 7, PITA joined the children’s choir, at Upper – Room Mission Church, in Satellite Town ,Lagos . A veritable nurturing ground ,it led, some years later ,to the formation of a 6 – man gospel accapella group called Baby’s Heart – a reflection of their collective youth ,beat and devotion to proclaiming God’s gift through harmonizing .It wasn’t long before the group gained a fair degree of good publicity ,invariably leading to PITA’s growth and direct collaboration with much older, established artistes including B.O.U.Q.U.I, Segun OBE, Tosin MARTINS, Olufunmi, Pastor AITY amongst many others.

His Mission : To meaningfully contribute to the music industry with his unique fusion of African hooks alternative rock-filled gospel.

His Vision: To create a positive impact ,through his music ,on the lives of everyone it touches, drawing each closer to God.

 Now trust me, if you are talking about people who
will be taking over the airwaves in 2011; my money is on PITA!!
You dont believe me? Then lets prove it. CLICK AND LISTEN (below)


Ebamirababa ft Olufunmi
No evil
Imela

Bio:sourced from www.iwantairplay.com

WEIRD MC & SWITCH IN NEW VIDEO: JEHOVAH (the paper song)!

Enjoy this new video, Oven Fresh from our very own Weird Mc. The song is titled JEHOVAH (the paper song) and features Switch from the pulse. This one has an inspirational tilt to it. As directed by the Capital Dreams skipper: Clarence A Peters, the vidoe has funny Cameos by Yinka Davies and Nigeria's Funny men; Koffi and Gbenga Adeyinka I. There is not a whole lot to say about this one, except that it is a pleasure to watch. My verdict is: JUSTICE WAS DONE TO THE MESSAGE OF THE SONG. See for yourself. heheh!

SEUN'S STAR FORECAST... POPE da HITMAN

Earlier this year I was listening to the Beat FM and I heard one a very interesting sample of a Fela song
the fact that the very act of taking such a step (sampling Fela, that is) is a very daring one. On my first listen however, I discovered that whoever this dude is, he has a lyrical wit that borders on outright bravery. Pope is one rapper that the Nigerian hip-hop community should keep an eye on. Here is a freestyle by pope from the hit TV show JIMMY"S JUMPOFF

Born Michael Egube in Benin City, Pope is the 1st child & only son of his parents with two beautiful sisters. Pope spent his early years at oil-rich Warri before moving to Lagos. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences including Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z and Fela; he started music at an early age, learning to play the keyboard while in primary school. He later added the drums and bass guitar to his repertoire in secondary school, as well as what would ultimately become his foremost skill: rap. By 2008, Pope had become a respected name on the underground hip-hop scene in Nigeria, where he cut his teeth on numerous underground mixtapes while honing his signature melody-driven rap sound, eventually getting the attention of Cackland Music, his current label home. With his two official debut singles just released ('Enjoy'-which he sampled Fela & fused it with jazzy hip-hop to make a classic & 'Baale Baale'-which he made a club hit from only drums) and his debut album slated for release later this year, Pope has effectively proven that he is set to take the entertainment industry in Africa by storm. Bio sourced from www.truspot.com

Things are certainly looking up in the Naija Movie terrain. Here is another slice of hope from 37th STATE! woop woop!!

 this is another one of those good looking trailers, its a short film by 37thSTATE is a new film studio headed by filmmaker, Bolaji Kekere-Ekun. NKIRU is the first in a trilogy of groundbreaking short films the studio plans to release in 2011.

The story of NKIRU centers around a group of friends who go to the beach and disappear under mysterious circumstances. With stellar performances from all of its fresh up-and-coming cast, this supernatural thriller takes a modern look at a familiar myth in Nigerian and African society.

The ‘supernatural’ genre is one that is explored quite often in Nigerian movies, however, it is usually from the same point of view. It is refreshing to see a younger, more modern take on this. Check out the teaser trailer below. The movie is produced by Nkechi Bakare.
The film is slated for release in the first quarter of 2011.

PRIMARY SOURCE OF INFO: WWW.BELLANIJA.COM  

NIGERIAN ACTRESS DAMILOLA ADEGBITE AND GHANA'S CHRIS ATTOH STAR IN A NEW MOVIE: 6 HOURS TO CHRISTMAS.

From the stable of Sparrow films and the same director who brought you Perfect Picture, comes another romantic comedy 6 Hours Before Christmas . Shirley Frimpong Manso has succeeded in sealing her reputation as one of Africa’s most prolific directors, with numerous awards under her belt. The movie is set to premiere at the National Theatre Acrra. It parades Ghanaian Chris Attoh and Nigerian TV starlet Damilola Adegbite as head-liners. 6 Hours Before Christmas is built on well thought up comical twists, see the synopsis below.

The story

It looks like it's going to be a typical 24th December day for suave creative director, Reggie and perhaps a slightly more memorable one as his girlfriend promises him dinner and fireworks before the stroke of midnight.

Things however take an exciting turn for him when his office colleague and the girl he's lusted after for a long time gives him a Christmas present he finds impossible to refuse.

As Reggie's mind goes into overdrive, events unfold into very hilarious and yet bizarre circumstances and it seems a day that started with the promise of Christmas may just end in heartbreak and a gun to Reggie's head.

It looks like this one is gonna be a pleasure to watch, go ahead click on that “PLAY” icon above.

NNEKA TEAMS UP WITH GIDEON AND JIMMY LOUIS ON NEW FILM RELENTLESS

Known today as one of the county’s biggest exports within the international music community; Nneka Egbuna  seems to have more creative sides to her than just being a musician. In her big screen debut, she teams up with Gideon Okeke (of the hit  multicam TV soap Tinsel) and  Haitian actor  Jimmy Jean Louis form Phat Girls in a movie directed by Andy Amadi Okafor, titled RELENTLESS.

The ,movie  tells of Obi (Gideon) a war veteran who returns from  duty in Serria Leone to start up a security firm with Ola, a close friend of his. He is haunted by a bitter past with the gruesome murder of a girl he loved back on his expedition in Serria Leone. On one night, his attempt to draw himself away from his brutal past is brought to naught as he rescues a high class prostitute (Nneka) from death by the hands of one of her clients.

The trailer does not say a lot but speaks in volumes.....yeah I know that sounds like a head scratcher but I’m sure you will get what I mean when you see it. 

JON OGAH BOUNCES BACK ON TO THE SCENE WITH NEW VIDEO.

Young and talented winner of last year's edition of

NAIJA SINGS, Jon Ogah, know within the larger circles as

Jon O is fresh off a plane from Phoenix  Arizona in the 

US with a brand new video titled; TONIGHT.

 This is a consolidation on the success of his other

single; Gbedu. I guess this means we should be

expecting more from the promising 19 year old 

crooner. 

Directed by HD Tay, the video is creatively injected with

 Jon's warmth and effortless charm, it makes for an enjoyable viewing

..see for yourself.

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CHARLY BOY AND DENRELE..WHAM BAHM....IN YOUR FACE.

I would first like to say that before you read any

further; you note that I speak entirely from my point of view.
So if you do not agree with it then that’s entirely up to you

I know the feeling I get when I’m watching The Style Network and I see
a dude with a heavy layer of foundation, lip gloss and eye shadow on, with a funny hairstyle girly hand gestures and a handbag.
To speak honestly, it knots my stomach up. A few years ago, one would have thought it would take quite a while for such behaviour to filter across international borders towards our beloved country Nigeria. unfortunately it is sad to realize today, that it has already happened

Yesterday some pictures of two famous men were leaked onto the internet with them kissing each other. Well it’s not been much of a secret that activist, musician cum entertainment “Big Wig” Charlie Boy (CHARLES OPUTA) and Nigeria’s wacky on air personality Denrele Edun had a certain degree of admiration for each other. As a matter of fact, it is reflective in their sense of style. Now, there have been debates about whether they are both gay, bisexual or if the entire thing is just one huge publicity stunt. As far as I am concerned it really doesn’t matter; I mean the way these two adult “MALES” spend their “LEISURE” time is no business of mine. My worry here is the power of INFLUENCE.

In the first instalment of the Spiderman movies; Peter Parker’s uncle is known to have told his nephew, that; “with great power comes great responsibility”. I think these guys did not put this into consideration when they took that picture. Really men, think about it; Charlie Boy and Denrele are two of the most popular individuals in Nigerian media today, that gives them so much power. If they are seen engaging in such acts publicly, then WATCH OUT!!! This is going to start popping up all over the country. More people will come out of the closet. It will start looking cool to be gay or bisexual. The typical Nigerian father’s nightmare would be to wake up and have his full grown male kid tell him, “daddy what’s wrong with being gay, after all ***** and ***** are openly displaying their intimacy”? What else is there to say but , may the good lord help this generation of earthlings....pshewww!!

Ah well, like I said at the beginning of this article; this is entirely my opinion and you don’t have to agree with me. One last thing though; wouldn’t it just be an incredible gag to see Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, Charly Boy’s octogenarian father’s face on sighting the picture.

Kaffy Takes on Music

Nigeria's hottest female authority
on dance and Choreography
Kafayat Shafau aka Kaffy has decided
to tow the musical path.
Did I just sense scepticism? Well..my thoughts
exactly. Sounds like the proverbial Nigerian entertainment
 GIMMICK huh? Well lets not be too hasty though.
Kaffy is not new to the business of music videos
but this one is hers. its titled OMO LASGIDI.
Make your candid comments.

Amata...Setting Trends...INALE.

Jeta Amata is known for setting  a few trends
within the Naija film industry.
He seems to have done it again
by making the first Nigerian musical
on film. the movie features the the
crossover LOST star; Hakeem Kae Kazeem and
Nigerian Musician and former Idols judge

 Dede Mabaku. The movie features original
songs of the Nigerian high life doyen; Bongos Ikwe.
I am a bit lost on the casting of "POT BELLIED"
Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey, as the mystery boxer.
Well, lets not be too hasty, maybe it will be justified when we see
 the actual movie. Here is a good looking preview though.

DIPP pops off in chaotic pixels

Here's another one from the
house of pixel chaos......
Dipp's new video pushes all
the envelopes. Iam just a bit worried about his
whole "USHER RAYMOND" type identity
hope it doesn't earn himm a bullet in his foot
if you know watta mean...* mischievous  winks*.
The video is definitely fun to watch; packed with
stunning dance moves and eye popping special effects. Enjoy yourselves

while you watch.

Holla @ the Whiz

Whizkid, one of Mr capable's "younguns" from the
EME family is out with the video of his
single HOLLA AT UR BOY.
By my standards; not bad at all;
BUT (lol...i knew u were waiting for that one)
I don't know many secondary schools in this country
 that do not nave "standard issue" uniforms.
Besides that, I think Patrick Elis did not do too

badly. Enough "OYINBO" already. Watch the video.

Yeepa!!! Solaarin finally arrives....or does he?

Mufu Onifade joined ace Nigerian cinematographer in the production of
 Osofisan's  socially conscious stage play Yeepa! Solaarin Nbo.
It was staged between 24th and 29th september at the National theatre Iganmmu Lagos in
commemoration of the country's 50th anniversary.
The play's main thrust tilts towards satire. It tells of a corrupt Local government chairman and his officials
who get wind of an incognito public complaints commissioner  (representational of the likes of Nuhu Ribadu  and Tai Solaanrin) arriving their town on a surprise inspection.
The performance overall was a smash hit.With a consistent stream of
energy from the featured actors like; Ropo Ewenla, Kayode Idris and Bukky Ogunnote- Ogunade.
The performance made the members of the audience almost fall off their seats in laughter.
Niji Akanni employed a contemporary approach to the directing; complete with a "break dancing" babalowo. Oh yeah i didn't mistype that. The show was also opened with
the creative antics of Dayo Liadi in the company of Eko GOND (the Lagos chapter of the Dance
Gild of Nigeria)who performed a dance number to Se Be Lema Sun by 9ice and Asa.
 Crown Troupe of Africa followed with a spot on delivery of Chief Hubert Ogunde's
Yoruba Ronu.
in a few words I HAD A BLAST if you weren't there.....WELL WHAT CAN I SAY.......