Opinion

300 People, Places, Events and Things That Shaped 2010

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300 People, Places, Events and Things That Shaped 2010  | Read More
Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010

NET’s definitive list of who and what made the outgoing year tick…

Giving ‘Asa’ A Run For Its Money

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Giving 'Asa' A Run For Its Money  | Read More
Monday, December 20th, 2010

This isn’t meant to be a highly technical critique, or an ode to lush arrangements, fanciful riffs and unexpected melodies, although those are definitely present in the album “Beautiful Imperfection”. This is just the view of a girl who’s listened to the CD on her iPod, in the car, and at home.

Inspired By Traffic

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Bewaji delivers a short story, about a mother's conversation with an unborn child with a 'bleak future' as the child of an 'unambitious' driver  | Read More
Monday, December 20th, 2010

Not to worry, your tears will not touch the ground. You are a boy, and boys are not allowed to cry. But you can jump and dance and laugh (not too loud though, your father hates the sound of happiness); you can run when you are old enough to balance a tray on your head. You can join the Union, and maybe kiss a girl.

Asa Reaches for Perfection, the Second Time Around

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Wednesday, December 8th, 2010

There’s this sincerity in her voice… Asa can tell you 2 Pac is still alive and you’d want to believe her.

What Does MI2 Bring To The Table?

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What Does MI2 Bring To The Table?  | Read More
Monday, November 29th, 2010

This is a very good album. The end.

Power Dressing: Darey

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Power Dressing: Darey  | Read More
Monday, November 29th, 2010

Darey, the love guru and R&B pathfinder does not capture the heart of fans only through his music but also with his trail-blazing style…

10 Celebrity Goofs To Avoid

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10 Celebrity Goofs To Avoid  | Read More
Monday, November 29th, 2010

celebrities can’t afford to live ‘normal’ lives. They’ve got the staff of perfection extended to them and they have the huge responsibility of carrying it everywhere they go!

The Redefinition of Overdose

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The Redefinition of Overdose  | Read More
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

OD is a like an old dog who likes his old tricks

Dbanj and Snoop: Collabo For Real?

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Dbanj and Snoop: Collabo For Real?  | Read More
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

A reported collaboration between Dbanj and Snoop Dogg gets the industry talking…

Power Dressing – Denrele Edun

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Power Dressing - Denrele Edun  | Read More
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

The eccentric presenter’s shoes are 10 inches high!

Terry Tha Rapman Is Not Joking!

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Terry Tha Rapman Is Not Joking!  | Read More
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

The boys are not smiling; but Tha Rapman will soon be smiling to the banks

9 Dating Questions Men Are Dying To Ask

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Joy Isi Bewaji suppllies the answers...  | Read More
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

something as simple as, ‘why do you have stretch marks all over your bum?’ Can trigger a no-sex-for-one-year response!

Mr. Raw Nwanne Ends The Discussion

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Mr. Raw Nwanne Ends The Discussion  | Read More
Monday, November 1st, 2010

With the recent release of his third studio album, Mr. Raw Nwanne finally Ends the Discussion..

2-Shotz – the Veteran, the Visionary

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2-Shotz - the Veteran, the Visionary   | Read More
Monday, October 25th, 2010

Examining the legacy of one of the shrewdest rappers in the game – 2 Shotz

NETPod – ‘The Way You Are’ + ‘Don’t Let Me Know’ – Darey

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NETPod - 'The Way You Are' + 'Don’t Let Me Know' - Darey  | Read More
Thursday, October 21st, 2010

Roll out the red carpet, R&B royalty is here again…

Love Guru Darey Returns!

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Love Guru Darey Returns!  | Read More
Thursday, October 21st, 2010

By Victoria Ige Don’t Let Me Know [Audio clip: view full post to listen] The Way You Are [Audio clip: view full post to listen] There had been rumours earlier on in the year that Darey’s new materials will show the two different sides of the man Dare Art Alade. And with the release, today, [...]

Vector Ready To Infect Music Industry With ‘State Of Surprise’

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Vector Ready To Infect Music Industry With 'State Of Surprise'  | Read More
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010

Lagos-based emcee Vector tha Viper is finally ready to infect the country with his much-talked about debut album ‘State Of Surprise’.

Happy Birthday Fela!

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Happy Birthday Fela!  | Read More
Friday, October 15th, 2010

There’s Elvis, There’s Michael, There’s Marley, and there’s Fela.

Joy Bewaji’s Celeb Diary

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Rita Dominic 'has a thing for heels'  | Read More
Wednesday, October 6th, 2010

We love our celebrities, don’t we?

Jefferey Daniel – Power Dressing

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The Shalamar star spends a 'fortune' on shades...  | Read More
Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

Daniel’s dressing has evolved over the years…

Music and Politics: Happy Married Life?

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Music and Politics: Happy Married Life?  | Read More
Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

The days of (Abacha’s) one-million-man march are here again; as some of your favourite entertainers; against wise counsel, hop into bed with a sitting President because of present and future benefits…

Chuddy K and Beta Tunez Turn 360 Degrees – Settle Differences

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Chuddy K and Beta Tunez Turn 360 Degrees - Settle Differences   | Read More
Monday, October 4th, 2010

Chuddy and Beta Tunez were able to mend fences and forge ahead together, others aren’t so lucky.

Nigeria At 50: Should We Celebrate?

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Nigeria At 50: Should We Celebrate?   | Read More
Saturday, October 2nd, 2010

HOPE… We don’t know when it’ll be; for it’s not a day you can mark on the calendar. But that day will surely come.

Durella Has The Last Laugh

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Durella Has The Last Laugh  | Read More
Saturday, September 25th, 2010

Durella and TC Records contrived to smuggle a good album into stores when Reconfigurated had everything it needed to land with a bang!

YQ – A Man For All Features

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Thursday, September 9th, 2010

It’s no secret that YQ is blessed with the gift of melody..

Is Tolu Losing Steam?

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Is Tolu Losing Steam?  | Read More
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

Tolu, who is one of the crowd favourites, failed to impress the judges not once but twice when he performed two songs during last week’s double-header night at Project Fame..

Nice Guys Don’t Last!

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Hip TV's Dayo Ephraim... Good or bad guy?  | Read More
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

Yes, please adore your woman; just make sure the ‘adoration’ is going to her heart and not her head!

Terry G Builds 8th Mainland Bridge, With A Little Help

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Terry G Builds 8th Mainland Bridge, With A Little Help  | Read More
Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Will Terry G and his House of Ginjah be successful or will they slip off Mainland Bridge bridge and sink into the lagoon they intend to cross over?

Dipp Is The Future, Come Take A Peek…

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Dipp Is The Future, Come Take A Peek…  | Read More
Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

The video for Dipp’s single – Pop off Selecta may have just hit the ground a few days ago, but I can already see it running.

R2Bees – From Ghana with Kisses…

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R2Bees - From Ghana with Kisses...  | Read More
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

Kiss Your Hand is the main reason Ghana’s hip-life exponents R2Bees are enjoying radio play in Nigeria these days…