Grammy award winning R&B singer Mary J. Blige will perform at the BET Experience Africa scheduled to hold at Ticketpro Dome, Johannesburg on December 12, 2015. Blige, who last performed in South Africa in 2007, will join Maxwell, Raphael Saadiq, Tamar Braxton and Young Thug on the same stage as African superstars AKA, Flavour and Diamond Platnumz.
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Nowadays, Justin Bieber can’t really have bad things to say about life. His newest album ‘Purpose’ debuted at number one on the Billboard charts (he is the sixth to do so), and his performance at the 2015 American Music Awards was straight fire. Now, he’s broken an impressive record that was once held by English rock band, The Beatles. He bests the 14 each that The Beatles managed on April 11, 1964 and that Drake earned on the March 7 and Oct. 17 tallies this year. Biebs is now the record holder for having the most songs on the Billboard…
You can now officially include American rapper, Drake to the never-ending list of passionate fans who can’t get enough Adele. ‘I’d do anything with Adele,’ the ‘Hot Bling’ singer reportedly told the media in Toronto on Wednesday night. ‘I’d literally go to Adele’s house right now and do laundry for her.’ His love for the British singer comes in response to Adele’s recent suggestion they do a remix together. ‘I really want us to do an official remix. I love Drake. I love Drake so much,’ Adele told etalk exclusive interview that aired last Friday. After Adele’s [Drake] comments made…
Legendary Fuji musician, Wasiu Alabi Odetola better known as Pasuma is a year older today, November 27, 2015. The excited self-aclaimed ‘Oga Nla’ today took to Instagram to express his joy and how the last one year has been for him. Thank you, God, for giving me another year of life. Thank you for all the people who remembered me today Thank you for all the experience of this past year; for times of success which will always be happy memories, for times of failure which reminded me of my own weakness and of my need for you, for times…
South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest seems to have cleared all doubts on the ongoing rumours that there’s beef between himself and his old folk, Khuli Chana. In the last few months, word on the streets had it that Cassper and Khuli weren’t on speaking terms and this was apparently because of Khuli’s friendship with AKA. In Cassper’s interview with MTV Base some weeks ago, he opened up about his strained relationship with his homeboy Khuli Chana who is good friend with his rival. But to the surprise of hip-hop fans, Cassper has taken to social media to send a massive…
Brand new off his forthcoming 5th album, Choc City rapper, Jesse Jagz is set to release a new jam, ‘Jagga Love’. The talented music act however teams up with label mate, Iceprince on the new joint which drops tomorrow, November 27. Jesse Jagz, who returned to the label 5 months ago after a 3-year absence, will also be dropping his 5th album soon.
YBNL official DJ, DJ Enimoney and brother to YBNL boss Olamide shared his heartfelt message about his late dad through his social media age. DJ Enimoney lost his dad and in the midst of the pain in his heart he shared touching message saying: ‘Rest in perfect peace daddy’. In this trying period we wish them more strength, and RIP to ‘Baba Santo’. Everybody at Theinfostride wish him the same too.
Music legend, Salawa Abeni has expressed excitement over being opportuned to work with her son, Big Sheff. The Waka music great recently she opened up on working with the rapper. ‘Right now, we are dedicated to promoting the ‘Gentle Lady remix’ where Big Sheff featured me and after that I will be releasing some songs of my own,’ Salawa said. She also maintained that the rapper has made her proud and helped her family set a new record. ‘It’s what everyone is praying for in his or her own life. It has never happened in Nigeria as a whole that…
Rising Nigerian filmmaker, James Abinibi has opened up about his entrance into the world of film making. The digital media expert spoke on how Kunle Afolayan has taught him and readied him for the industry. ‘Working with Kunle Afolayan on different productions has opened me to the industry and has prepared me for the challenges ahead. Moreover I have also made researches on my own learnt about how things work,’ Abinibi. Abinibi worked with the top filmmaker on movies like Irapada, Figurine, and The CEO (still in production). He is set to premiere his own first movie, ‘A Great Day’.
Chris Breezy chilled with Nessa from HOT 97 on Monday, November 23, to discuss some of the matters behind his forthcoming album, Royalty. Although Breezy’s Twitter page says that the album, named in honour of his baby daughter, was set to drop on Black Friday, the ‘Zero’ singer says that his fans will have to wait a bit longer before they start dancing in the streets. ‘On Black Friday, the pre-orders will be there,’ he said to the radio personality. ‘But the real date is gonna be December 18th.’ CB also said that every time he puts new music out,…
Eko based blogger, Michael Alonge has hit back at Nollywood actress, Toyin Aimakhu saying she is lying to her lawyers. Earlier today, It was reported that the actress wrote a warning letter to the bloggers through her lawyers. Michael, in an exclusive chat bared his mind on the letter, stating that Toyin was either lying or her lawyer is seeking attention. ‘I’m sure she might have lied to her lawyer that the two events never happened.’ ‘I’m surprised she might have lied to her lawyer that the two events never happened.’ ‘Or maybe the lawyers just wish to get some…
Don Jazzy gave out $600 to 30 people who attended his 33rd birthday. Let’s start by telling you the Naira equivalent of $600 which is over 130k. That’s what fans of Mavin boss, Don Jazzy got for attending his 33rd birthday which went down at the SMD headquarters in Lekki, yesterday. According to popular OAP, N6, at least 30 people were given the money by Don Jazzy for honouring his invitation. ‘IM SORRY I CANT GIVE YOU GUYS DETAILS OF THE NITE BUT LETS JUST SAY EVERYONE WHO CAME TO DON JAZZYS BIRTHDAY PARTY TONITE?☺️ WENT HOME WITH AT LEAST…
-alexxekubo11192587_1590594577875472_927413611_n-1.jpg” alt=”wpid-alexxekubo11192587_1590594577875472_927413611_n-1″ width=”280″ height=”279″ class=”alignleft size-full wp-image-81850″ />Last night, Nollywood actress, Omoni Oboli premiered her movie ‘The First Lady’ in London to a massive reception. The actress was supported by the lead actor, Alexx Ekubo and Joseph Benjamin who were also on hand at the UK premiere. However Alexx had more than glitz moments in the UK as he hooked up with the beautiful wife of Nigeria’s football legend, Kanu Nwankwo, Amara Kanu. Alexx who is from the same village (Arochukwu in Abia state) with Amara couldn’t contain his excitement. The beautiful mother of 3 was also elated over meeting…
Black Friday worldwide; shoppers are enjoying unbelievable discounts on purchases online and at retail stores. Now, Nigerian comedian, Tee- A has hopped on the Black Friday trend and his offer is quite funny. He wrote on his Instagram page, ‘Lets join and have some fun with the #BlackFriday trend. Do you know anyone getting married tomorrow in Lagos and won’t mind having me as MC’. ‘I’m doing a black Friday offer of #10k Naira . Ten thousand naira ONLY. (Yup… Not all times BIG MONEY). Location must be in Ikeja or Victoria island’. Has anyone has taken him up on…
Naija Ninja lead act, Sound Sultan is a year older today. Born Lanre Fasasi on November 27, 1976, Sound Sultan needs no introduction after spending over 15 years in the mainstream entertainment industry. After his emergence with the huge song ‘BODMAS’, an instant hit among music lovers, Sound Sultan quickly established himself as a witty entertainer with talents in singing, rapping, and comedy using lessons from his elder brother, Baba Dee who taught him the ropes in the industry. With 6 albums spread over his ten years and the half old career, Sound Sultan is no doubt a veteran in…
Manchester United could not get anything better than a 0-0 draw at Old Trafford by PSV Eindhoven that left the English side facing exit from the UEFA Champions League. The draw means United are yet to qualify for the last 16 of the Champions League when a victory would have seen them do just that. United go to Wolfsburg for their final group match and a draw, combined with a PSV victory over already eliminated CSKA Moscow would end Louis van Gaal’s men’s hopes. Bastian Schweinsteiger registered the first effort of the game, but his 25-yard shot was easily dealt…
Four players from the English Premier League have been shockingly included in the UEFA Champions League team of the week for match day 5. According to uefa.com, only Lionel Messi (Barcelona) and Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann excelled enough from La Liga teams to be included, while Bayern Munich’s Kingsley Coman represents the German Bundesliga. The four players from the Premier League are Chelsea pair Gary Cahill and Willian, who scored his sixth freekick goal against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Tuesday; Arsenal’s Alexis Sanchez and Manchester United’s Marcos Rojo. The biggest surprise in the XI is however Gent goalkeeper Matz Sels.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger plan to risk playing Alexis Sanchez in Sunday’s away trip to Carrow Road against Norwich City despite concerns over the striker’s fitness. There have been concerns about the forward’s fitness levels in recent weeks after a gruelling start to the season for the Chilean. Sanchez was not afforded the chance to rest in the summer following his involvement with Chile in Copa America. Wenger said ahead of the game against the Canaries that the pacy forward has been carrying a hamstring complaint in recent days, but suggested he is planning to rest him. “Spontaneously, it might…
boss Wenger had said league leaders Leicester “cannot be ruled out” as contenders but Ranieri says survival is the target for now. “Thank you to Arsene but he’s a joker. He knows the truth very well,” said the Italian. “The league is very strange and open but our goal is 40 points.” Ranieri added: “Our goal at the moment is this but let me see the next two months and then maybe I change the goal. “Like everybody else I am also curious in these days to watch my team, and to see how we respond in these big matches.”
The Dutchman, who said exactly the same thing in August, said the club will not be letting any players go in the January transfer window. “You can ask again about Sadio, Manchester United, Chelsea, but we will sell nobody in January,” Koeman said, following reports linking the 23-year-old with a move to United. Mane has scored six goals this season. Koeman, 52, said the lure of Champions League football remains a sticking point to convincing players to commit to mid-level clubs in the long-term. “They are showing qualities, and then of course big teams are interested,” he added. “It’s a…