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Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by bobbykeen: 4:16am On Jan 20, 2016 |
Kill Don Jazzy - written by ex-Mo' Hits Publicist,
Bayo Omisore
So to start with, I am not a hater. I do not wish any
evil on Don Jazzy or Michael Collins. If anything, I
can be categorized as an interested onlooker when
I want to be passive or an invested businessman
active in the Nigerian music industry for the past 18
years.
In addition, I am a writer. I have been told I am a
very decent writer. Or maybe I’m living on past
glory. Either way, I had another title I was working
with. But I decided this one would attract the
eyeballs I desperately need to get the attention I so
desperately crave.
Finally, I understand the workings of PR. Hell, I
handled the PR of Mo’ Hits in 2006 when the only
talent was D’banj. Back then, Wande was a dancer,
Dr. Sid (I plead the Fifth) and D’Prince was a model.
I do not wish death on Michael Collins.
I however think the Don Jazzy brand is dead. Or
should be rested. I’ll tell you why...
Bayo Omisore
Do you remember Don Jazzy? Remember that
Soundcity advert. I remember the first day I met
D’banj and Don Jazzy. This must have been either
late 2004 or sometime in 2005. I had been in the
business as a journo for a few years by then so I
knew them. We had done a story on Mr. Solek at
Hip Hop World in 2003. Jazzy had worked as the
keyboardist of the band but he had moved on to
music production working under JJC. He was very
quiet; never uttered a word. You could have been
forgiven for thinking he was mute.
Back to the Soundcity advert. Don Jazzy didn’t say
a word. Just whispered in D’banj’s ear while D’banj
handled his business. It was brand new. It was
refreshing. The ratings of the newly-established
Soundcity music channel went through the roof.
D’banj and Don Jazzy became the perfect example
of a match made in heaven. Cobhams, if he could
see them back then, would have known they were
going places. So much so that Dr. Sid, a University
of Ibadan-trained dentist and self-appointed
administrator of eLDee’s Trybe Records, was happy
to abandon that project and his album project to
work under the tutelage of these relatively
unknowns.
After that, the communication from the Mo’ Hits
camp was that Don Jazzy was the boss. He was
being driven around town by a university graduate
who earns an enviable salary working in an oil
company (Fifth). Jazzy didn’t speak in public. He
never granted interviews. He asked simply that
whatever you wanted to offer to him should be
offered to his ‘children’. (Note that he had been
calling his artistes his children since the Mo’ Hits
days. Nobody questioned it then because this is the
Don we’re talking about here.) In fact, once, I was at
the crib of one of the Mo’ Hits people, and he told
me I had to leave because Jazzy was coming. I
was genuinely curious and somewhat impressed.
Impressed because they kept the charade going
even off-camera. Curious because, well, so could it
be it wasn’t a charade after all?
Remember all those award ceremonies where
someone from Mo’ Hits would win an award and
spend half the speech time praise-and-worshipping
Don Jazzy? Or when Don Jazzy himself would win
an award for best production and his wards would
mount the stage to receive on his behalf even while
he was seated in the front row in the same building.
Guys, let’s be honest, these are the images of Don
Jazzy that made him the brand he is today. Those
days when he only worked with his Mo’ Hits people
and a literal handful of associates.
In the real world, a don is a crime boss, crime lord,
mob boss, kingpin, criminal mastermind; a person in
charge of a criminal organization. He typically has
absolute or nearly absolute control over his
subordinates, is greatly feared by his subordinates
for his ruthlessness and willingness to take lives in
order to exert his influence, and profits from the
criminal endeavours in which his organization
engages. Replace the word ‘crime’ with music and
you have Don Jazzy.
Mo’ Hits was an organized entity. At the head of it
all was Don Jazzy; the Capo di tutt’i capi, the
Godfather, the boss of all bosses. Complete with his
staff. D’banj was his Underboss. Dr. Sid, being the
most educated and exposed of the lot, was the
Consigliere. The other artistes were the
Caporegimes. The management and the other
stragglers and hangers-on were the foot soldiers. In
the golden words of Christopher Wallace, “things
done changed!”
Fast forward to January 1 2016. Now I am not
interested in who was right or who was wrong. For
me, the happenings of the early morning January 2
2016 made the Headies. They set the tone for the
year. This is entertainment dammit. Are you not
entertained?!!!
If you ask me, Don Jazzy had no business
speaking to Olamide. I have seen enough Mafia
movies to know that no Don that understands his
worth would get so emotional as to entertain the
thought of passing such a message on a public
stage. That job is left to his Consigliere, in this case
Dr. Sid, who is already disliked intensely for his
supposed role in the Mo’ Hits breakup via the
leaked tape. People would have talked. But Jazzy
would have maintained his self-respect. He opened
himself to ridicule the minute he opened his mouth
on that stage.
I can trace this handfalling back to when Jazzy
decided to start appearing in songs after the bitter
divorce from D’banj. The Don Jazzy we knew and
respected from a distance fell from heaven and
became human. In fact, the Kokomaster showed his
disgust over Jazzy’s features after their falling out.
I very much doubt this would have happened if they
were still together. Not that I think they knew any
better then, but they had one script and they kept it
simple by sticking to that story.
Of course, with the breakup and the subsequent
interviews granted by D’banj, too much information
was shared in the public space that caused
irreparable damage to the carefully-crafted Don
Jazzy image. I think Don Jazzy should have moved
on to the next stage. Or developed a next stage to
move to. He certainly should not have done Loya or
Konga or Jantamanta (wtf?) as Don Jazzy. That’s
not the Don Jazzy we were introduced to.
In truth, while we loved and respected Don Jazzy
for his mystique, his music-making prowess and
his relationship with D’banj, there was only so much
he could achieve as a brand. However, this new guy
is fun, is funny, seems to be humble, is extremely
generous and, as such, is an endorsement magnet
getting business from an endless list of companies.
As it should be. As a businessman, it makes every
sense for Michael Collins to be this new guy with
access to millions of advertising dollars. But he
cannot expect to eat his cake and have it.
Something has to give!
In conclusion, I think that as the head writer in this
story, Mr. Collins needs to kill the Don Jazzy
character. It has made him money and fame. But
perhaps its time to quit the ‘mafia’ and live a normal
life.
So, on a lighter note...What name should Don Jazzy
go with now?
My Guy Jazzy? That’s your round-the-way friendly
neighborhood guy. Easygoing. No airs whatsoever.
Daddy Jazzy. Re his kids.
Judge Jazzy. Respected by all and lays down the
law. Yet approachable in his manner. A friend to
everybody and a friend to nobody.
Bro Jazzy. The senior brother who opens his door
to any and every.
- Just in case you need to praise me or you take
exception to anything in this article
you can find me on Facebook as Bayo Omisore and
Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat as
@ibayoomisore. 5 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by xreal: 4:20am On Jan 20, 2016 |
u no get work. useless talk. 7 Likes |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by NobleAngell(f): 4:26am On Jan 20, 2016 |
Don Jazzy you should read this. I kinda agree with people who say you were better off with Mo'hits. I liked u more back then. You were indeed a DON and a wonderful producer. Now I just feel like you are trying too hard. I believe I'm speaking the mind of many. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by Nobody: 4:32am On Jan 20, 2016 |
To think that I would waste my precious time reading that long nasty and unwise revelation. 8 Likes |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by Evidence1000(m): 6:33am On Jan 20, 2016 |
NobleAngell: U're so beautiful. 1 Like |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by checkolatunji: 6:41am On Jan 20, 2016 |
NobleAngell: You are speaking your mind 5 Likes |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by skillet(m): 6:53am On Jan 20, 2016 |
Whtafunk? Bayo or whatever its name is, should realize that the mafia rebrands itself in order to survive the competition. Being a capo or a don does not take you out of the reach of enemies. Frenemies (like dbanj and wande) abound so, a wise capo knows when to show a human face and when not to. Don jazzy is an excellent capo. If dbanj owns half of month hits (as was claimed) it only seems fair that the don emancipates his children any way necessary. Take a look at dr sids rise. Mr bayo, when you knew him in the past, he was nothing to write about. Now his career is bigger than yours. By taking sides with dbanj, bayo, you sealed your fate. 4 Likes |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by RoyalBoutique(m): 7:26am On Jan 20, 2016 |
checkolatunji: She neva know anything yet. |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by SmartMugu: 8:43am On Jan 20, 2016 |
Why do people write like this and expect people to read it? What happens to paragraphs? The one thing looks like one long ugly speech, indeed an eyesore. 3 Likes |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by unilorinvirgin(f): 4:31am On Jan 28, 2016 |
Too Long I Didn't Read 3 Likes |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by booblacain(m): 8:36am On Jan 29, 2016 |
skillet: I think the point the guy is trying to make is that the brand name "Don" which represented his past brand should be dropped for a better name that qualifies his present state more aptly. Real life mafia dons do not rebrand and then continue to bear the name/title don or capone. That is the point here. My opinion. The name Don jazzy is sweet and already house hold, so he need not change it. |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by booblacain(m): 8:44am On Jan 29, 2016 |
I know a lot of people will jump on this article thinking it's just another bad-belle beef article by some attention seeking writer. Actually it takes an intelligent and highly comprehending mind to understand the point the guy is trying to make here (no thanks to the title of the article). This generally not a beef article (though there is some bit of slight in between). It is simply an opinion on the brand name "don" jazzy, and yes the guy is seeking attention, I know because he made that very clear in the beginning and in the end of the write up. So take a chill pill guys. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by vikacydevato(m): 4:48am On Jan 30, 2016 |
There is room for creativity. |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by aleshmotors: 10:32pm On Jan 30, 2016 |
U speaking nosense NobleAngell: |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by Pakonte(m): 12:57pm On Feb 01, 2016 |
fvcking too long |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by vikacydevato(m): 7:40pm On Feb 02, 2016 |
Be mild with your words. |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by yusufyusuf1: 11:07am On May 06, 2016 |
I can't believe that I nearly read this epistle to the end but wen I remember that he said he is doing this to get attention that is when I give up its a shame some will believe his crap but for me he just want to get back to the scene |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by ebukahandsome(m): 10:01pm On Mar 20, 2017 |
You just said my mind oo Bleep don jazzy!,Bleep marvins record!!,Bleep them all!!! |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by donnyflex01(m): 8:27pm On Apr 05, 2017 |
I think he should retain his name..cos yes,things have changed but wah changed the most is the massive respect he gets now even more than the past, don jazzy has always been innovative,,the music he produces atill manages to sound unique..i agree he and dbanj had perfect chemistry but shit happens.and mudic wise i still think he is on top of the gamr ..other nigerian producers still see him as a role model , and he made sure everybody in his crew made it tremendously.yes he changed with the times buh i feel the status of the don should never leave..... |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by edowochris: 4:35pm On Jun 28, 2017 |
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Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by Illisius: 7:02pm On Jun 28, 2017 |
wow! |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by Donshemzy1234: 3:53pm On Aug 09, 2017 |
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Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by zodd(m): 2:28am On Aug 25, 2017 |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by Davy150: 12:45pm On Aug 31, 2017 |
What's the dude talking abt For those that had the strength to read that super story?
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Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by fiyin47(m): 11:06pm On Aug 31, 2017 |
Didn't read this but I know it was crap |
Re: Don Jazzy Should Be Killed And Forgotten? (read These Revelations) by PweryCha(f): 3:34pm On Oct 13, 2017 |
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