In a recent interview on Echo Room, Portable shed light on his relationship with Afrobeats superstar Davido. He claimed that things were going well between them until Zlatan, another prominent artist, interfered.

Earlier this year, Portable embarked on a tour of America. During this trip, he met up with Davido, who generously gifted him a pair of sneakers.

However, the situation took a turn for the worse. Portable later took to social media, launching into a tirade against Zlatan. He accused the fellow musician of spreading false information about him to Davido, potentially damaging their newfound connection.

Portable explained that he was in the United States, actively seeking collaborations with a foreign artist. It was during this time that he received an unexpected call from Davido, inviting him to hang out. The Street Pop star revealed that while spending time with Davido, Zlatan allegedly warned the Grammy nominee to be cautious about associating with Portable.

The fallout from this incident led to days of social media outbursts from Portable. He repeatedly accused Zlatan of sabotaging his relationship with Davido, expressing frustration and anger over the situation.

Eventually, Portable took a step back and apologized to Zlatan. This move was part of his broader efforts to mend broken relationships within the industry.

Zlatan isn’t the only celebrity Portable has clashed with in 2024. Earlier in the year, he found himself embroiled in a highly publicized dispute with socialite Bobrisky. The feud attracted significant attention on social media and in the press.

More recently, Portable resolved his differences with musician Goya Menor. Their disagreement stemmed from the 2022 Headies Best Street Pop Award, highlighting the competitive nature of the Nigerian music scene.

Despite these controversies, Portable continues to focus on his music career. He recently released a new single titled “Oriade,” which he performed during his interview session on Echo Room.

 

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Legendary American actor James Earl Jones has passed away at 93. The internet buzzed with the heartbreaking news late Monday, September 9, 2024. Reports indicated that he died that morning, surrounded by family at his home in upstate New York, as confirmed by his representatives to TMZ.

Born on January 17, 1931, Jones captivated audiences for decades with his iconic deep voice and presence. His long career in film, television, and theatre made him one of the most recognizable and respected actors in Hollywood. He gained widespread fame for voicing Darth Vader in the “Star Wars” franchise, King Jaffe Joffer in “Coming to America”, and Mufasa in Disney’s “The Lion King”.

Jones also made a name for himself on stage, earning a Tony Award for his lead performance in “The Great White Hope”. He continued to shine in theatre with significant roles in plays like “Fences” and “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”. His contributions to television included appearances in series like “Roots” and “The Big Bang Theory”.

James Earl Jones was one of the few performers to achieve the coveted EGOT status. Also, he has won two Emmys, a Grammy, an Honorary Oscar, and three Tony Awards. His theatre career flourished with standout performances in “The Great White Hope” in 1969 and “Fences” in 1987. His voice became a staple in pop culture, even being featured in “The Simpsons” and early episodes of “Sesame Street”.

Jones also took on many iconic Shakespearean roles, including Othello and King Lear. Beyond acting, he served in the United States Army’s 75th Rangers Regiment, adding to his legacy as a dedicated and multi-talented individual.

James Earl Jones leaves behind a towering legacy in both the entertainment world and beyond. May he rest in perfect peace.

Afrobeats continues to soar globally, particularly in the United States, where Nigerian artists have achieved significant success on the Billboard charts. Nigerian stars Davido and Lojay have reached a new milestone by making the 2024 Billboard Honour Roll. This prestigious recognition celebrates top-charting records in the R&B and Hip Hop categories between August 2023 and July 2024.

Davido and Lojay earned their spots on the 2024 Billboard Honour Roll through their work on Chris Brown’s hit song “Sensational.” The track reached No. 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay Chart. It cemented the growing influence of Afrobeats in mainstream American music.

 

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Davido’s partnership with Chris Brown has proven to be particularly fruitful. The two artists have collaborated on multiple songs, with their most recent effort, “Hmm,” appearing on Chris Brown’s 11th studio album, “11:11”. Their chemistry on these tracks has helped elevate Afrobeats in the global market, with Chris Brown now recognized as one of the most prominent foreign collaborators in the genre.

Lojay also benefited from Chris Brown’s influence when the American R&B star jumped on the remix of his hit single “Monalisa.” The collaboration boosted the song’s commercial performance, further propelling Lojay into the spotlight.

Looking ahead to 2024, both Davido and Lojay have teased new albums. Lojay, in particular, is set to release his highly anticipated debut project. Fans are excited about the possibility of yet another Davido-Chris Brown collaboration, with Davido describing his upcoming album as his best work to date. This continued partnership signals even greater things for Afrobeats on the global stage.