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Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Nobody: 2:59pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
AndyBoomba: ok. |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by joshfash(m): 3:08pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Popular singer, Azadus, tells JAYNE AUGOYE why he wants to return to the music scene soon Ever wondered what popular singer, Olalekan Fadeyi, popularly known as Azadus, has been up to these past years? You need not worry any longer as the veteran singer who is well known for hit songs, such as ‘Madam’, ‘Sodiyen’ and ‘U is the one’, is planning to return to the music scene in a big way with a new album in 2014. In an exclusive chat with E-Punch, the former member of the Hip hop group, Def O Clan, explains that his perceived silence or absence was due to some challenges he encountered a few years ago. “My career suffered a brief setback after I survived an armed robbery attack in the Festac area of Lagos in 2008. I had two gunshot wounds: one in my wrist and another in my right thigh. Luckily, it didn’t affect my gait. That was the same year I left Kennis Music to do my thing. I was with the records label for about seven years and we still do have a cordial relationship,” he says. Azadus’ attempts at reviving his music career saw him drop an album entitled, ‘Undialed’, in 2010. Not impressed with the marketing strategy, the artiste simply recalled the work from public domain. “Ever since, I have been trying my best to see how well I can do my thing,” he says. But this has yet to truly pay off, as the artiste has had some challenges, most of which are peculiar to the Nigerian entertainment industry. “As you now know, it is not about how good your music is, but how well you can promote it. And we are talking about some good money here. Although you will eventually recoup your money, getting the initial capital is rather tough. “I don’t know how to do 419, or meet any ‘Baba’ somewhere. Right now, I am looking for people who will be interested in doing business with us and not just help us. But, we are searching for people. Something big is coming up and I don’t want to let the cat out of the bag yet,” he teases. Despite the fact that his recent singles, ‘Ile Aye’ featuring Vector and Sound Sultan, and ‘See Trouble’ which also features Sound Sultan and 2face Idibia, are getting rave reviews, the self-styled musician’s musician is not happy about the current situation in the Nigerian music scene. If there is one incident that readily brings tears to his eyes, it is the death of his close friend and colleague, Father U-Turn. Recalling the moments they spent together, he says, “Father U Turn was like a brother to me. In fact, a month before he passed on, we were together and he told me he was just recovering from an illness. “This was after I inquired about his health and the way he looked. “I felt sad when he finally died. This is bad for my country because we do not appreciate real service. Instead, we appreciate only buying and selling. Although this is an African problem, it is worse in Nigeria. “If Father U-Turn had lived the kind of life he wished for himself, he would not have died the way he did. There is also no reason why an OJB, for instance, should beg for money if the industry was the way it is actually meant to be.” Azadus says he is not prepared to give up music yet, though the industry has since grown in leaps and bounds since he recorded his last hit song. But armed with what he describes as his winning formula, it appears that he has a surprise for music fans. “There is an album in progress. I intend to drop a couple more videos and singles. I regularly stay up to beat and keep tabs and update my music with ongoing trends. For every ‘Kukere’, I try to do my own ‘Kukere’ type of music, ditto for ‘Atlanta’. “Unfortunately, I am yet to see anyone who has the courage to step into my shoes. I still do not know why that space is still very vacant. I think I am in a class of my own and nobody has been able to do my kind of music,” he says, laughing. Azadus thinks the Nigerian music industry is riddled with mediocrity. He says, “Our music industry is such, that when you have money, you sound like you are playing good music. The truth is that a lot of people are complaining. Yet this type of music continues to make waves everywhere. “Since mediocres have taken over the industry, there will be no such thing as good music to sell. Imagine someone repeating the same word over and over again in a song and he calls it music. Another guy plays the same kind of music, the whole world dances and jump into it saying it is content. “Endorsements are a wonderful development in the industry. We have all the money now, but we lack content. We are yet to see the content.” The singer waves away the rumour that he is broke. “This is plain idle talk. I do not understand why some people are saying that I am broke. How can you be broke and still take care of your family without begging anybody for assistance? A broke person is someone who will knock on your door and beg for money,” he says. The artiste, who has kept his marriage away from the prying eyes of the public for eight years, has just one word for his fans. “Be a little bit more patient, the ball will soon start rolling. Because I studied the rudiments of music, my own music will continue to be different from that of other musicians,” he pleads. www.punchng.com/entertainment/e-punch/most-nigerian-songs-lack-content-azadus/ |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Onyenna(m): 3:09pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
*****back in their separate villages***** |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by mrramadan(m): 3:13pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
AndyBoomba: This is one artiste I really like. I still have most of his songs on my phone. I hope he comes back soon. 1 Like |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by ochallo: 3:15pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Not a single person even mentioned Jeremiah Nyang. That handsome hausa boy with the voice of an angel. |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by idu1(m): 3:16pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
tellwisdom:foolish boi...... 2 Likes |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by horlakunle25(m): 3:19pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Op wat of black-trybe and artquake? Tho I still hv some of d artist u mentioned song on my fone those guys really rock dat time! |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by sunnydayasaba(m): 3:20pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
I missed all dis guys u all mentioned, But d guy i missed most ad i still play his old music till date is OBIWON........The guy was really good. Love is flows and lyrics |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by rossyc(f): 3:23pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Faze, skyB, styl plus, Nigga raw, Sunny Nneji, Chinwe Ike(Resonance), 2shotz, kemistry, Danny Young. |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by ola4yinka(m): 3:26pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Time...Time...Time... Few years to come this is exactly what you will be asking of Wizkid, Davido, Tiwa and the rest! 1 Like |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Aycorrect(f): 3:28pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
wherz african china |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by fireforfire: 3:28pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Nothin lasts foreva Wizkid n Davido wil one day join dis list 2 Likes |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by laykhorn(m): 3:32pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Gee001: Hi Gee! Its been a while. How have you been? |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Nobody: 3:34pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
AndyBoomba:i saw da video of his latest effot,FOREIGN DANCE RECENTLY...video n dance kinda wierd though.. |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Gariki: 3:38pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Any musicians who dont want to go down again should use this site and they will never be forgotten because their fans is the one to keep them going check it out www.instansound.com |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by HAH: 3:46pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Everyone depreciate and in every profession. Whether civil service, business sports or whatever though some have more shelve life than other. Where is MC Hammer, Kriss Kross, Patra, Shaba Ranks and co they all went back despite worldwide fame. In sport, where is Rivaldo or. Ronaldinho. In politics where is Ibrahim Mantu, Odili or Donald Duke Everyone has his time, the most important thing is what impact have you made to humanity to be always remembered in positive light. 4 Likes |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by baslone: 3:55pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
. . . . plus Soul E baba dey hia . . . .Zabadabadaba, dabada. . . dabada. . . . . 1 Like |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Nobody: 4:00pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
baslone: I so love Soul E Baba Ehen!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg_O4VSDQHE 1 Like |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Nobody: 4:05pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Gee001: 4:07pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
laykhorn:very good, just been watching. How do you do? |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Nobody: 4:13pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
kunletiwoo: Beautiful ladies! I just noticed them now that I'm grown Gosh! And that soul E baba!! Stop please I don't know why I feel somhow watching these videos again |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by laykhorn(m): 4:20pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Gee001:I've am doing quite fine here too. Let's take this to PM levels to stop trolling. |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by waveskaaya(m): 4:24pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Well, marvelous benji sells weed as a means of survival.W4 still sings and as a matter of fact he just released a single.konga... weird mc sample ekwe jah bless is still enjoying a massive air play both on radio and television stations.soul E Ay dot come |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by henryblaze25(m): 4:41pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
AndyBoomba: Correct yah sef Marvellous Benjy is from Bayelsa,get ur facts right |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by IamDavidJames(m): 4:41pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
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Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Lulumide: 4:51pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
AndyBoomba:i dnt wnt to believe you copied dis frm LIB and pasted it here.... Y are ppl lyk ds? |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Nobody: 4:59pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
missdebs:wizkid is already a goner. 1 Like |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by VivaLaFrans: 5:01pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Oh no I feel like crying.... What about Paul Play, 2 shot, and the guy that sang ''Baraje Omoge bend your waist o''. What about style plus, Fazeeeee, oh no no no no, what about ''Soli Baba dey here'', Maliki nko, 9ice, Nigga Raw, Eedris Abdulkareem, Sauce kid... Do MI and Jesse Jaggz still exist? Olamide and Phyno don spoil market for people ooo. |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by IamDavidJames(m): 5:06pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
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Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by damidos(m): 5:07pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
Dekunle Fuji is now a registered nurse in the US [color=#770077][/color] 1 Like |
Re: Where Are These Nigerian Musicians? (Pictures) by Paulv(m): 5:14pm On Nov 05, 2014 |
I pity 4 dis actist oh.... not like they lov the extinction but they just discovered they ar no more in limlight too bad. That's y guys(actist)nowadays wil neva rest,keep releasing banga,hit upon hit bcus dat d only way u stil keep existin.u see dem singin rubish most time dnt blame dem oo bcus dat's to remain in d game. |
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