TOLU (EX-FINALIST OF MTN PROJECT FAME) OUT WITH NEW VIDEO “AREWA”

Sequel to the massive success of his recent hit banger “Whyne It”, Vintage Records’ finest, TOLU releases the video to TK'S produced song which features prolific rapper MAYTRONOMY, AREWA. Arewa got him the 5th position at the 2010 MTN PROJECT FAME. The crowd appeal of this tune made him recompose and rearrange the lyrics with producer TK.

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GOSPEL RAP ARTIST RELEASES TWO NEW SINGLES: "LIKE A DRUG" AND "THOU OH LORD"

XL [Adejumo Adekunle Gbogboade], A Nigerian Gospel rap Artist, has been on the scene for about 4yrs, and has been growing a name in the underground as a Strong lyrical voice as far as Gospel Rap and Spoken word is in concerned in the industry. 

As the son of a Naval officer, he attended the Nigerian Navy nursery, primary and Secondary school respectively in his growing years. He also attended The redeem Christian Church of God and was very active in the children and teenage services. 

He rose to become the head of his dance group at the age of 14. But by16, he was introduced to rap as another form of expression. He started writing rap verses where ever he had the chance, especially in traffic after school hours. Even as a student in the university, rap music and God were always predominant influences in his life. Despite how often he tried to run away from both of them, he found himself still coming back to them. 

His musical influences vary from secular rap icons like Biggie, Jay-z, Drake, Eminem n Ja rule, to Gospel rap icons like Lecrae, Da T.R.U.T.H, tedashi, trip lee, Roof top Mcs, Gospel according to rap and so on.

XL's style is composed of hard hitting lyrics delivered in a very clear and audible style. Blessed with a unique Thick voice texture and an unforgettable stage presence, XL presents The gospel message in a manner that leaves a lasting impression on anyone that hears him.

His Love for God and rap music remains first place in his life, inspite of having a Master degree from the University of Lagos in Architecture. He is an artist that makes its very obvious that he is gospel, and is unashamed of it!

He has featured with top acts such as FLO, Tolu [project fame] and Gameman!

He is presently working on his First Mixtape titled 'Grace Alone' and has got 3 Hot new singles,

'Thou Oh Lord'ft Tolu [project fame], 'Like a Drug' and 'Spitfire 2012'

Ladies and Gentlemen, Enjoy the music [XL : Xtra Large, Xtra LIfe, Excel]

http://www.facebook.com/XLregenerated

www.reverbnation.com/XLregenrated

http://soundcloud.com/xl-regeneration

ff on twitter @XLgbogboade

  The second single is titled "Like A Drug"

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CELEBRITIES PARTY WITH MONICA, WINNER OF PFWA 4!

There was a lot of excitement during the past weekend at Club Jonzing in Victoria Island, Lagos as top celebrities, family, friends and fans came to celebrate with Monica Ogah who emerged winner in the just concluded MTN Project Fame West Africa season 4 competition.

The after party held right after the grand finale which held at Ultima Studios, Lekki and had amazing performances by international R&B group, Dru Hill, along with top Nigerian pop star, Wizkid and winner of last year’s edition of MTN Project Fame, Chidinma.

The grand finale also boasted of distinguished faces like: Member of the Federal House of Representatives, Honorable Abike Dabiri who presented Monica with her prize, Mr Bola Akingbade (C.M.O, MTN Nigeria), Veteran Actor, Olu Jacobs, international artiste, Leanne
Lyons from R&B group, SWV(Sisters with Voices), Ayo Animashaun, Saint Obi, Omobaba among other guests.

All the contestants that were evicted during this year’s competition were also present at the after party. Notable faces at the party include Kwame, TY Mix, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Kelvin Orifa, Joseph Benjamin, Emeka Smith among others.

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MONICA EMERGES WINNER OF MTN PROJECT FAME WEST AFRICA SEASON 4!

Monica is winner of MTN Project Fame 2011!

It was to everyone’s delight that the 22 year old was announced winner of 2.5 million naira, a fully loaded Toyota RAV 4 jeep and a recording deal worth millions of naira.

The competition which has kept viewers glued to their TV set for 10 weeks was down to six finalists - Ethel, Ruth, Yvonne, Roy, Ese and Monica came down to its final four this weekend, Sunday, December 18, 2011.

Monica emerged winner and went home with the grand prize while Roy, the last man standing came out as the first runner up (1.5 million naira and a fully loaded Toyota Corolla car). Ese was the second runner up and went away with 1 million naira and a fully loaded Toyota Yaris and Ghanaian Ethel was the third runner up (one million naira).

The final contestants also known as the “Sensational Six” presented two performances each during the show. They performed one of the memorable songs they had done earlier in the competition as well as their personal compositions. Their music videos were premiered and sync ed with their stage performances. Monica stood out as she sang 2face Idibia’s “Only me” and her own personal composition “Na You”.

“You have an amazing voice and you know how to connect with the audience with your voice and your body language. You have greatly improved since you entered into the academy and you have evolved into a star…Weldone!” Kwame told Monica after her performances.

“You always know how to put the perfect amount of energy and body language into a song. You also know how to engage your audience in every song you perform and you have an amazing voice…you were definitely born to do this!” Ige said to Monica after her performance.

Speechless after being pronounced winner of the MTN Project Fame West Africa season 4, Monica appreciated God, the Project fame Judges, Faculty and fans. “I am very grateful for all the love and training I have received since I got into the academy. I feel very blessed and I

promise not to let you all down.”

The event was well attended by the cream-de-la-cream in the society and also had surprise guest performances by International R&B group, Dru Hill who thrilled the crowd with amazing songs

from their old time album. Award-winning rave of the moment, Wizkid was also at the show and he pulled the house down with an exciting performance. Winner of MTN Project Fame West Africa season 3, Chidinma who launched her first album titled “Chidinma” on Saturday, December 17, 2011 on the Project Fame stage, also performed at the grand finale.

The other 11 contestants who got evicted during the competition were also present to support the final six contestants and show them love.

Notable faces at the event include Member of the Federal House of Representatives, Honorable Abike Dabiri who presented Monica with her prize, Mr Bola Akingbade (C.M.O, MTN Nigeria), Veteran Actor, Chief Olu Jacobs, international artiste, Leanne Lyons from R&B group, SWV(Sisters with Voices), Ayo Animashaun, Saint Obi, Omobaba among other guests.

MTN Project Fame West Africa which started in 2008 has produced some of Nigeria’s rising stars and Monica has now joined the list of winners in Project Fame West Africa.

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PROJECT FAME WEST AFRICA FINAL SIX!!!

MTN Project Fame West Africa’s final contestants have had their share of ups-and-downs. From 18 contestants who entered into the academy, the final six, through different challenges, have greatly improved, with the help of the esteemed PFWA Faculty.

The last man standing, Roy who has consistently been seen as a strong contender won the hearts of many during the early stages of the competition. However, he recently started to lose steam, according to the judges.

They complained that he was either not focused anymore or was always tense during performances. Roy, taking corrections from the judges, has since raised his game. During his last performance on Sunday, December 11, 2011, he sang the Christmas carol, “What child is this”
and his own composition, “African child”. Impressed with his improvement, the Judges said Roy is now back in the game and is “in it to win it”.

Ruth had a shaky start in the early stages of the competition. She was on probation several times but due to the drills received in boot camp, learnt how to interprete songs better and has shown
determination to win the grand prize. Some of her memorable performances include Omawunmi’s “If you ask me”, Bob Marley’s “Buffalo Soldier” as well as her original composition, “Mo n bo wale”.

Monica, the only contestant who has never been on probation, came into the competition with her “A-game”, drawing compliments from the Judges, Faculty and audience alike. Her time in the competition is marked with remarkable performances like 2face’s “Only me”, P square’s
“Do me” and her own song, “Na you I want”.

Ethel, also called “Ghanaian princess of Swagger” has also won the hearts of many with her sassy character and adorable voice. She went on probation a couple of times during the early stages of the competition but always escaped eviction. A strong contender in the
competition, Ethel is dedicated and takes to the corrections of the
Judges and the Faculty. Some of her memorable performances include Wizkid’s “Holla at your boy” and her own song, “Melody”.

ESE is another strong contender in PFWA 4 as she has a strong voice and knows how to carry the audience along during every performance. Despite criticisms from the Judges and going on probation a number of times, she has proved to be a good performer and is aiming for the grand prize. Some of her amazing performances include 9ice’s “No be mistake”, the Christmas carol, “Gbo ohun awon Angeli tin korin” and a self-composed song, “Where you belong”.

Yvonne started out as a very strong contender but along the way, started to lose focus in the competition. She was almost evicted when there was a tie between her and Racheal but was saved by Roy, who was nominated to vote for one of the two contestants. Since then, she has since improved and is out to be the last contestant standing. Some of her outstanding performances include Waconzy’s “Celebrate”, Rihanna’s
“Man down” and “Away with you” which she composed.

These six have been through several challenges in the PFWA competition, but this has only built them to be outstanding talents waiting to showcase their own kind of music to Nigeria and the world.

To vote for either Ethel, Ese, Monica, Ruth, Roy or Yvonne, text the contestants unique number to 306 from an MTN number. Each text costsN50 and voting ends 6pm on Saturday so start voting now!

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AN EARLY CHRISTMAS INSIDE THE PROJECT FAME ACADEMY!

As final 6 thrill with Club bangers…

There was a lot of activity in the MTN Project Fame West Africa competition last week

as thefinal six contestants kept everyone wanting more after every show.

The competition and anxiety in the academy has heightened. There would be no more elimination in the competition until the grand finale and the competition has become more tense and demanding. The contestants who are now on their own are doing all they can to deliver outstanding performances so as to court favor from the general viewing public.

On Saturday, December 10, 2011, the final six performed back-to-back African club bangers from prominent artistes like award-winning duo, P square, 2face, Duncan Mighty, 9ice among others. The judges admitted that there was an enormous improvement in the contestants, from when they began the competition. “I have to commend the Project Fame Academy Faculty for the hard work and dedication they have put in training the contestants to become what they are today... I must say that one can only get this kind of experience and drilling from a platform like this. MTN Project Fame West Africa has given you guys the opportunity of a lifetime and the training you have received would definitely guide you through your music careers.” Nomoreloss
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On-air personality for Classic FM, Bucky who was the guest judge for the night also appreciated the contestants. “I am really glad to be here tonight to witness these performances. You all have wonderful voices and I wish you the very best in the competition.”

On Sunday, December 11, 2011, the final six brought a Christmas cheer to everyone as they performed different Christmas carols and were backed up by the PlayHouse Voices. Both the Judges and Faculty were very pleased as they quietly allowed the contestants take them

through the beauty of the yuletide season. “You all just ushered in Christmas for some of us who haven’t started feeling its presence” gushed Academy voice coach, Ige. “Your performances brought in the reason for the season and I personally thank you for that”.

The contestants later performed their individual composed songs and every performance got a standing ovation. “You can only get the best of the best from the PFWA stage. The Judges have done an excellent job picking six very intelligent and motivated individuals who would leave

this competition and take over the music industry with their outstanding talents. Weldone guys!” Ben said happily.

The contestants closed the show with a group performance along with the PlayHouse Voices singing K’naan’s “Waving Flag” and Shakira’s “Waka Waka”.

The decision to choose the best contestant in PFWA season 4 still lies in your hands. To vote for either Ethel, Ese, Monica, Ruth, Roy or Yvonne, text the contestants unique number to 306 from an MTN number. Each text costs N50 and voting ends 6pm on Saturday so start voting now!

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