INTERVIEW: Jasën Blu, The Voice Of R&B/Soul Music In Nigeria

Despite the popularity of commercial music in Nigeria, there is a new breed of artiste who have summoned the courage to be different, relying on their gift and passion to create magical tunes and consistently push the boundaries. Among this list include Jasën Blu.  

Blackface Unending Feud With Tuface

There seems to be no end to the long-standing feud between Dancehall singer, Blackface and his former band member, Tuface. Both were part of the R&B group called the Plantashun Boiz, consisting of Tuface, Blackface and Faze who later split after releasing two albums in 2004 as they all pursued their solo music careers.

How Would You Rate PSquare's "Nobody Ugly" On A Scale Of (1-10)?

When we thought Psquare may have reached the peak of their singing career, they dropped this refreshing tune titled Nobody Ugly, completely surpassing our expectations.

Ghana Music Influence on Present Day Nigerian Music, Was Mr Eazi Right After All?

We can’t deny the fact that Nigeria and Ghana have shown strong competitiveness in different areas like music, sport and even food. The Nigerian jollof and the Ghanaian jollof is still a major debate till date, as to which taste better. Well it’s not far-fetched that both countries are quite passionate and patriotic when it comes to their music.

The Rise Of Alternative Music 2

These Top 5 Alternative Singers are super-talented in their own rights and will definitely take the music industry by storm. Each one possesses a unique style and sound giving you every reason to fall in love with their music.

See List Below:

1. Johnny Drille

Johnny Drille is a Contemporary and Alternative Folk Singer who caught the attention of everyone after been signed to the Mavins Dynasty alongside Poe and the DNA Twins. He portrays a unique style accompanied with the ability to take you on a journey with his songs. He is definitely a world class act with a voice quite similar to "Owl City". "Wait for me" by Johnny Drille is a song that will capture your heart as he confesses his dedication and commitment to the love of his life regardless of their distance apart.

The Rise Of Alternative Music 1

   

The Nigerian Music Industry has undoubtedly experienced fast growth over the years and is one of the major contributors to Nigeria's GDP. I can't fail to mention the recognition the industry has gained in the international scene as Nigerian artistes are now seen collaborating with artistes across the African continent, Europe, America as well as the Caribbeans, setting Nigeria on the world map.

International record labels and management companies have come to recognize the potential of Nigerian music and are beginning to invest in our talents.