Press ReleasesPress Releaseshttp://www.naija-times.com/press-releases/2009-12-11T12:13:57ZSquarespaceThe Shakemaster has landedhttp://www.naija-times.com/press-releases/2009/12/11/the-shakemaster-has-landed.htmlKunle M.2009-12-11T12:05:08Z2009-12-11T12:05:08Z DK is in Lagos now ready to promote forthcoming single and video "Waa Last"
Nigerian-born and London-based singer/songwriter DK (aka Don Kolionny) has just arrived in Lagos, Nigeria, where he will spending the next couple of months to promote his new single "Waa Last", which was produced by Skillz of the mighty Big Boyz Entertainment (aka JJC) who also directed the soon-to-be-launched video. DK has already being hailed as the "African Ne-Yo" and "Waa Last" is an infectious Afrocentric love song in which he declares his never-ending love to the girl of his dream.
The debut single and video by hot, new African R’n’B talent DK was called "Shake", a feel-good party song which invites the ladies to dance and party with DK - and of course to shake to his infectious flow. The video - also produced and directed by Skillz - received massive airplay on Nigerian, African and UK TV, including MTV Base Africa, Nigezie, BEN TV, Channel O, Monster TV, Primetime Jamz, Galaxy, AIT International, TV Intercontinental, Silverbird TV and Sound City, while the song has been played on numerous radio stations, including BBC 1Xtra, Cool FM, Wazobia FM, Unilag FM to mention a few. The amazing support and feedback resulted in DK being invited to perform at a number of prestigious concerts worldwide, such as the 11th Kennis Music Annual Easter Fiesta in Lagos on 10 April 2009 where he gave an outstanding performance that rocked the house and was broadcasted live internationally. DK also performed at the Nigezie/ Palmbeach Easter Blaster concert held at Lekki Beach, as well as at the 4th Annual Nigeria Entertainment Awards in Washington DC on 6 June 2009 where he gave another rousing performance further enhancing his reputation as an entertainer with real class and swagger who is about to blow up the R'n'B scene.
DK has just finished recording his forthcoming debut album to be entitled "Don Kolionny" (which will of course feature both singles) and he has now returned to Lagos to spend a few months there promoting his music and videos. He says about his trip: "I am hyper-excited to be going to Lagos to launch my new single. It's been a lot of hard work getting the album ready and now that it's finally completed, I can't wait to get the ball rolling in Naija."
Born Kola Olatunji in Lagos, Nigeria, DK's love with music started at the tender age of 10 when he was the youngest member of his secondary school choir. Through his father's record collection he was exposed to different styles of music as a child, such as Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, King Sunny Ade as well as Gospel artists. DK started writing songs aged 15 and his first live performance was at Lekki Beach Carnival in Lagos with Green Squad, a group which included his brother TK Rosky and friend Drillz. His songwriting talents developed further when he started playing the keyboard. On relocating to London in 2002 DK's love for music flourished and he performed at open mic events at bars and clubs, including the well-known Suga Suga in London's West End. DK also began making beats and eventually met a producer (Boogi3) with whom he co-produced some of the songs for his album. One of these songs, "2Nite", has already been featured on BBC 1Xtra on the UK Homegrown radio show, presented by taste-making DJ Ras Kwame. A major influence on DK's music includes R. Kelly's style of free-flowing R'n'B and Maxwell's soulful delivery. DK has developed a powerful, unique song-writing and singing style that enables him to deliver smooth R'n'B songs and hard-hitting party jams with ease, whilst his lyrics are made up of a blend of English and his native Yoruba language.
Digital single "Shake" out soon on iTunes, eMusic, Amazon etc. Available now to download from: http://www.mytruspot.com/donkolionny/store.php --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For more information please contact Ilka Schlockermann on +44 (0)79 3206 6624 or ilka@ilkamedia.com
]]>3rd ANNUAL NIGERIA ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS NEW YORK CITYhttp://www.naija-times.com/press-releases/2008/6/26/3rd-annual-nigeria-entertainment-awards-new-york-city.htmlKunle M.2008-06-26T07:19:21Z2008-06-26T07:19:21ZFor Immediate Release
3rd ANNUAL NIGERIA ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS WAS A STAR STUDDED SUCCESSFUL AWARD EVENT IN NEW YORK CITY.
NEW YORK, NY – (June 24, 2008) – Many Nigeria Personalities, actors, actresses and musicians came for a night of Glitz and Glamour to the 3rd Annual Nigeria Entertainment Awards held at the Skirball Performing Arts Center in New York City. The producers of this yearly award show, hosted over 600 entertainment enthusiast who came to be a part of the Nigerian Entertainment Industry in the Diaspora. The event was a success.
Hosted by Raz Adoti, Hollywood Actor with film credits such Amistad and Black Hawk Down, and 2007 Big Brother Africa runner up Tatiana Dos Santos Durao. The many personalities in attendance included Super Model Oluchi, Nollywood Actors Ramsey Noah, the legendary Olu Jacobs, Hollywood Actress Ebbe Bassey, My Fuji Adewale Ayuba, Model/Attorney and Fashionista Uduak Oduok, Singer and African Superstar Sasha, Singer Tosin Martins, Dekunle Fuji, Eldee, Modele, Zainab, Comedians Basorge, Jedi and many more.
The Nigeria Entertainment Award is an annual event focused on recognizing the many contributions of Nigerian Artists to the entertainment industry across the globe. The producers of the 2008 NEA Award Show in New York are dedicated to promoting the image and rich culture of Nigeria. This dedication has increased the awareness of this new edgy style of African Entertainment and has helped promote Nigerian acts to mainstream America.
The categories and winners of this year's award event were:
BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR: ASA by Asa HOTTEST SINGLE OF THE YEAR: Yahooze by Olu Maintain BEST NEW ACT OF THE YEAR: TY Bello BEST AFRO POP ACT OF THE YEAR: 9ice BEST GOSPEL ACT OF THE YEAR: Dekunle Fuji MUSIC PRODUCER OF THE YEAR: Dr Frabs BEST MUSIC VIDEO OF YEAR: Do Me by P Square BEST INTERNATIONAL SINGLE OF THE YEAR: Spray Me Money Remix by Oladele ft Eldee
BEST INTERNATIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR: Chapter XIII by Keno BEST INTERNATIONAL PRODUCER OF THE YEAR: T Money
BEST INTERNATIONAL MUSIC VIDEO OF YEAR: Wetin Man Go Do by Amplifyd Crew INTERNATIONAL EVENT OF THE YEAR (PRESENTED TO A PROMOTER): NRC Reunion BEST WORLD DJ: DJ Humility BEST COMEDIAN: Basorge BEST FILM: Blessed Among Women BEST ACTOR: Olu Jacobs BEST ACTRESS: Kate Henshaw U.S Based Promoter of the Year: Tribe X Entertainment
A much-deserved appreciation goes to all the sponsors of the event including Virgin Atlantic, Nigus Properties, Mirec Solutions, Mars Cosmetics, ICY Works Inc, Bobby Taylor Consulting and Ladybrille. Our heartfelt thanks also go to the Skirball Center and their staff for a splendid job. Thank you to all of the guests that came to show their support and the press and media for their presence. We look forward to seeing you next year.
For more information about the Nigeria Entertainment Awards or Sponsorship & Advertising for 2009, please contact Executive Producer Tope Esan at 917.541.8394 or visit us online at www.nigeriaentawards.com