After what seems an eternity, the venue and date for The Headies 2011(Hip hop world awards) has finally been announced!

The urban music awards aimed at rewarding musical excellence and outstanding creativity will hold at the New Expo Hall of Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos on Saturday, October 22, 2011 focusing the spotlight on Nigeria’s most outstanding musicians, from the heart of the country’s most vibrant city- Lagos.

The Headies 2011 will be hosted by Veteran producer and rapper Eldee, and talented actress Rita Dominic. The awards will not only focus on rewarding talents, but will showcase spectacular performances from the country’s finest artistes.

Encouraging Nigerian musicians to “Standout, Surpass, break from the norm, organizers have promised that this year’s awards will yet again be one that the music industry will not forget in a hurry

“We took all this time to come up with concepts that will surpass the previous editions; we are glad to raise the standard again, far above what we have set over the years. This year, a lot of obvious changes will be seen, I can assure you of this” Ayo Animashaun who founded the awards in 2006 says

The awards ceremony known for its innovative and trailblazing concepts started in 2006, and fast became one of the top events in Nigeria’s annual music calendar. Organizers have single-handedly revolutionized the approach and manner; awards are organized and structured in the country.

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