Nigerian singer and songwriter Shallipopi, recently had an open discussion on music journalism with Joey Akan on the podcast “Afrobeats Intelligence.” In the first episode of the second season of the show, Shallipopi explored many facets of his career as a musician.
Shallipopi, who is from Benin city, talked about how local musicians were impacted by Rema, another famous artist from the same city. He discussed the reception his work has received in the industry and offered insights into the genre of his own music. The interview revealed insights into Shallipopi’s creative process by discussing things like his experimenting with sound.
Shallipopi gave listeners a thorough understanding of his experiences and viewpoints by discussing topics pertaining to the financial side of his music career in addition to the artistic components. Fans and music enthusiasts will find the interview, which was done by Joey Akan, to be interesting as it delves deeply into Shallipopi’s past, influences, and the dynamics of the modern music landscape.
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Nigerian rapper, musician, and songwriter Crown Uzama (better known by his stage name, Shallipopi) first rose to fame in 2023 with the release of “Obapluto”. Shallipopi, who was signed to the Nigerian record company Dvpper Music Distribution, which Damillola Akinwunmi created, shot to international prominence with his hit song “Elon Musk” which peaked at No. 1 on the Nigeria Top 100 Apple Music chart.
Freestyle songs that were posted on social media sites like TikTok and other platforms marked the beginning of Shallipopi’s career. The publication of “Elon Musk” which displayed his own style and musical talent, marked his breakthrough.
Shallipopi’s standing in the music industry was cemented in June 2023 when Apple Music chose him as the featured artist for its Up Next artist development programme in Nigeriia. Later that month, he dropped the remix of “Elon Musk,” featuring Fireboy DML and Zlatan, expanding the reach of his chart-topping single.
Shallipopi continued his musical career by releasing the single “Ex-Convict” in July 2023. The song made an amazing start at number 6 on the TurnTable Top 100. On July 11, 2023, he released his EP “Planet Pluto” in response to this achievement.
Shallipopi decided to take his profession to the next level and on October 17, 2023, he signed a deal with Dvpper Music Distribution to launch his own record label. Notably, he signed musicians Zerry DL and Tega Boi to his label that same day, showcasing his skill as a musician and his sense of entrepreneurship in the business.
Khaid, a rising Nigerian music star, has recently returned to social media after a period of absence due to a serious health issue. He had been hospitalized for a month due to internal bleeding, which caused significant concern among his fans and fellow artists.
The young artist, whose real name is Sulaimon Shekoni Abiola, had been away from the public eye for several months. His health condition was initially revealed by his manager and record label boss, Sydney Talker. Videos showing Khaid in distress circulated online.
Upon his return to social media, Khaid made some dramatic changes to his online presence.
Most notably, he has unfollowed everyone on his Instagram account except for one person: the well-known musician Olamide. This unexpected action has sparked curiosity and speculation among his followers and industry insiders about potential changes in Khaid’s professional relationships.
The only hints about Khaid’s current state of mind come from a series of cryptic posts he has shared. These posts appear to address his critics and suggest that he may be experiencing both personal and professional conflicts.
“Y’all set me up but can never shut me up. FYI, I’m Young Trump, I wish y’all long life so y’all can reap what you’ve sown accordingly,” Khaid wrote in one of his posts. “Thank God for helping me overcome what many would face and die. They can’t hold the boy down, we rise again!”
Khaid’s decision to unfollow Sydney Talker on social media has surprised many.
Sydney Talker was instrumental in Khaid’s rise to fame, having signed him to Neville Records. This action has led to much speculation about possible conflicts or changes in their professional relationship.
Khaid and Sydney Talker
The exact reasons for Khaid’s dramatic social media changes are not yet known. Some people think this could be a strategy to gain public attention. Others believe it might indicate serious issues within Khaid’s professional circle.
Despite these controversies, many of Khaid’s fans continue to show strong support for him. They are excited to see what he will do next in his career.
Khaid’s recovery from his health problems and his return to social media represent a personal victory. Also, it shows the beginning of a new phase in his music career.
As Khaid moves forward in the music industry, his determination and resilience are clearly evident. Both his supporters and critics will be paying close attention to his next moves.
Khaid’s story is still developing, and many are interested to see how he will navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in his career.
Africa’s most popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, is about to launch its ninth season (BBNaija 9) in a few days. This season’s theme focuses on pairing contestants and creating dynamic duos, promising to bring exciting new elements to the show.
The upcoming BBNaija season 9 is designed to offer viewers unexpected twists and turns throughout its run. Contestants, known as housemates, will be entertaining audiences across Africa for a total of 71 days.
As the premiere approaches, viewers can anticipate five specific twists, turns, and prizes that will be part of this season’s BBNaija experience. These elements are expected to add extra excitement and intrigue to the show’s format.
The show’s producers have likely prepared these surprises to keep both the contestants and the audience engaged throughout the season. These new features may involve unique challenges, special rewards, or unexpected changes to the game’s rules.
1. BBNaija 9 is centred around duos
BBNaija season nine will revolve around the concept of duos. The show’s organizers have revealed that contestants will be selected based on their ability to function effectively as pairs. The focus on partnerships will be a central theme throughout the season.
“What Biggie has asked for this year is for pairs to audition, which is the first time this is happening. This year we asked for people to come with their friends, besties, family members, wives, husbands, and partners, to enter the show together as a pair. That was the selection criteria,” said Dr Busola Tejumola, the Executive Head, Content & Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice.
2. Big Prizes and sponsors
The grand prize for this season’s Big Brother Naija is a whopping ₦100 million. This impressive package includes a cash prize and a brand new SUV. While there are already several sponsors on board, the full list of prizes is still uncertain due to recent controversies surrounding sponsorships.
3. A new twist for the head of house
This season’s Head of House challenge will be unlike anything viewers have seen before. Starting immediately after the launch show on Sunday, there will be a new primetime activity that will kick off the competition.
Dr Tejumola said,
“Right after the launch show on Sunday, a new activity will start. This season has high stakes. It’s going to move fast, and it will unravel right from Sunday night when we launch the show.”
HoH Ballot, which will determine the first Head of House on Monday, July 29th will replace the usual Head of House challenge.
A series of challenges, including the Custodian Lock-In, Immunity Challenge, and nominations will follow through. The organizers are aiming to create a more dynamic and exciting experience for both contestants and viewers.
4. Fans can win too
In addition to the contestants competing for the grand prize, viewers have the chance to win as well through the Fave Lock-In. By predicting the winning pairs in the Immunity Challenge, lucky fans can win ₦1 million every week.
The new season of Big Brother Naija premieres on Sunday, July 28th on Africa Magic channels. To participate in voting and the Fave Lock-In, fans must download the new MyDStv app before the launch date. The old MyDStv app will no longer be available.
David Adeleke, who is famously known as Davido, has entered into a new business agreement with GAC Motors, a well-known car company in Nigeria. Davido will now be one of their important representatives, called ambassadors.
This partnership was made official on Monday, July 22. The signing ceremony took place at the main office of GAC Motors in Lagos, Nigeria. This event marks the beginning of a significant relationship between Davido and the car manufacturer.
GAC Motors shared the news of this partnership on their social media accounts. They posted videos showing Davido visiting their office. The company mentioned that working with Davido will help them build a future that uses new, environmentally friendly technology. They specifically mentioned E-mobility, which likely refers to electric vehicles.
Davido also shared his thoughts about the partnership on his own social media pages. He expressed his happiness about working with GAC Motors. The singer said he is looking forward to moving into the future together with the company. This suggests that Davido is excited about the innovative aspects of the partnership.
This agreement is beneficial for both Davido and GAC Motors.
For Davido, it’s an opportunity to work with a respected car brand. For GAC Motors, having a popular musician like Davido as their ambassador could help them reach more customers.
He wrote, “Happy to partner with @gacmotorngr and drive into the future together. Innovation and luxury at its finest.”
This new partnership between Davido and GAC Motors has a background. Earlier, GAC Motors had given Davido and his wife Chioma a special gift. On their wedding day in Lagos, Nigeria, the company presented them with a GAC M8 2024 Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV).
Now, with this official partnership, Davido has a new role. He will work with GAC Motors to help promote their brand. He might appear in advertisements or at events for the company. His job will be to make more people aware of GAC Motors and their products.
