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Simi Gives Hint On New Album And Possible Release Date

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7 months ago

January 21, 2021

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Nigerian Singer, Vocalist, Sound-engineer and producer, Simi Hints the world about her forthcoming new album and the possible date of release.

The mother of one took to her social media page via Insta-Story in the wee hours of today, to prepare her fans for her forth-coming project. As we all know, Simi has been more busy focusing on her family, and spending less time in the music scene since birth of baby Deja. But recently the singer has found a balance between family & Music and she is back to recording.

Well, at this rate, and with the level of energy Simi is putting in, the album will be ready in November at the latest, Hinted the singer.

This new body of work will serve as a follow up to her 2nd studio album “Omo Charlie Champagne”. Also, the entertainer recently released her 2nd Extended Play (EP), Reckless II, which served as a follow up to her debut EP, Reckless 1.

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Nigerian US-based singer MC Wallywa’s song debuts on New Jersey Billboard

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2 weeks ago

July 23, 2021

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Multi-talented Nigerian-born, American singer, emcee, rapper, engineer, and songwriter, Mc Wallywa has got his highly anticipated afrobeat single “Some more”, featured on a popular Billboard in New Jersey, USA.

A melodic, groovy, and hypnotizing song that sets the mood for a party vibe. The artist has often been described as ‘an entertainer without limits’ and this new song further confirms his growth and exceptional talents.

Raised in Washington D.C, MC Wallywa radiates a rare multi-cultural sound that transcends audiences worldwide. Undoubtedly, with his anthemic music and groove-inducing style, Wallywa is bound to headline some of the biggest stages around the world.

“Some more is for the fans and everyone who loves to dance,” says Mc Wallywa while describing the song.

“The release features electrifying vibes from the press of play. Also, the groovy elements combined with the powerful bassline will guide your body to sublime dance moves. It evokes dynamic energy that will captivate afrobeat/dancehall devotees and DJs alike”.

Dr. Amanda, a director at Prime Music Partners and one of the major distributors of the song while making comments on the new song, added:

“Mc Wallywa is one multi-talented musician inspired by life, culture, and wealth. His strives to become one of the biggest artists in the industry has made him explore his talents beyond limits. This new song is just what everyone needs to heal off from the global pandemic”

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IYO: Tanzania’s music star Diamond Platnumz features SA’s rapper Focalistic in new song

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3 weeks ago

July 16, 2021

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IYO: Tanzania’s music star Diamond Platnumz features SA’s rapper Focalistic in new song

Tanzania and one of Africa’s greatest artists, Nasibu Abdul Juma Issack, known professionally as Diamond Platnumz has released new hit song titled ‘Iyo’ featuring South African rapper Focalistic, Ntosh Gazi and musical group Mapara A Jazz.

The song, ‘Iyo’ is a light-hearted and dance track that is sure to brighten up any bleak atmosphere. It is Diamond’s second release for the year. He kicked off the year with a top charting single ‘Kamata’, which fans around the world has so far adored.

Talking about the song, Kim Kayndo, Head of Digital Department at the artiste’s record label WCB Wasafi, revealed the meaning of the title “Iyo”, a swahili word which translate to ‘That’ and a combination of other local Tanzania’s words like ‘magodoro, tumeweka maji’ .

“Iyo is a popular swahili language which means ‘that’.
The song generally reflects on party life, fun and winding up at night. It’s also a resonance of hope which tends to convene a message that you live now, enjoy the moment and trust that tomorrow will be better”

His more than successful career has seen him explore beyond continents, collaborating with top artistes around the world. More impressive is his effort to build from his African root.

Highlighting on the collaboration, the ‘Kamata crooner’ added, “I Believe in unity and peace, and music is one of of the biggest thing that connects different countries and bring people with different culture together! That’s why i decided to join with my brother’s in South Africa to motivate people to keep the unity and peace”.

Akeju, a top director at Prime Music Partners, one of the major distributors of the music also added, “When I got an update about the new song, I was really excited. Diamond has blessed us with really nice musics over the years so definitely am sure this collaboration will be another hit”.

The WCB record owner, on Wednesday 14th July, took to his official social media handles to unveil his brand new car, a Rolls-Royce Cullinan 2021 valued at about USD650k. He is no doubt, one of the most richest artistes in Africa and this further confirms it.

The artist was recently spotted in a studio with American record producer
swizz beats and A-list rappers Wiz Khalifa, bustarymes, Snoop Dogg amongst others.

For so many reasons, 2021 looks certainly like a great year for him and he will be hoping that the new song excites his fans and new range of audiences around the world.