Kaduna's finest Big Mo & EME's first lady Niyola play out the love story in the video reflecting both playfulness & fantasy.Video directed by Stanz Visuals. Just The Two of Us produced by Tolu Fame.
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STARRING TUFACE IDIBIA, BANKY W AND CDQ, DJ CONSEQUENCE DROPS VISUALS FOR "JUST THE 2 OF US" FEATURING BIG MO & NIYOLA
Kaduna's finest Big Mo & EME's first lady Niyola play out the love story in the video reflecting both playfulness & fantasy.Video directed by Stanz Visuals. Just The Two of Us produced by Tolu Fame.
Enjoy!
NEW VIDEO: DJ XCLUSIVE FT. BANKY W & NIYOLA - TONIGHT
EME is proud to present "Tonight" the banging new video featuring Superstar DJ Xclusive, Banky W & Niyola. The video was directed by Banky W & Adasa... and written & produced by Banky W once again.
The song is the latest single from DJ Xclusive's debut album which is scheduled to be released in May of 2015; it was produced by hitmaker extraordinaire Masterkraft, features DJ Xclusive on the intro & outro, a solid vocal performance by Niyola, as well as Banky W multitasking by singing and rapping.
The story line is a hilarious take on guys that spend a lot of money in the club, and expect something in return from the women they spend it on. Shot in Lagos at Club Quilox, "Tonight" features appearances from Shaydee, Big Mo, Uzzy Tebudiga, DNMT, and last but not least, a hilarious cameo of Banky once again appearing as Aristo W (of "Jasi" fame).
DJ XCLUSIVE FT. BANKY W & NIYOLA - TONIGHT
FEATURING "BLACKMAGIC" & STARRING "NIYOLA", SYNDIK8 RECORDS ACT "NEDU" PREMIERES "THRILLA"
Syndik8 Records dancehall sensation NEDUdecides to treat fans to a brand new video and single today April 23rd which happens to be his Birthday!
The single titled "Thrilla" features theRepete crooner BlackMagic and the video stars EME's First Lady Niyola with a cameo from Dorcas Fapson (Sophie From the MTV Sitcom ‘Shuga’.
Shot on location in Lagos by Jassy Generation, produced by Syndik8 Films, Enjoy the Video and make sure you download the audio. Look out for more songs and videos from Nedu as he is set to keep dropping new material in the weeks to come!
EME PRESENTS: NIYOLA - LOVE TO LOVE YOU FT. BANKY W
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Niyola's latest effort; Love To Love You is the next official single from her forthcoming album. This time, the R&B/Pop singer elicits label boss and Nigeria's R&B King; Banky W on this timeless declaration of love.
"Love To Love You" - a mid tempo Love song with an infectious beat was produced by the international DJ SoupaModel. As expected Banky W delivers a fantastic verse which expertly compliments Niyola refreshing sound.
DOWNLOAD NIYOLA - LOVE TO LOVE YOU FT. BANKY W
Connect with Niyola - Twitter: @iamNiyola | Instagram & Facebook: Niyola | Email:booking@empirematesentertainment.com (Bookings) &officialniyola@gmail.com (Press)
NIYOLA STAYS ON TOP SOUNDCITY'S TOP 10 NIGERIA COUNTDOWN
In the valentine's day edition of the authoritative Nigerian music video chart show, Niyola tops with a thumping ballad - Toh Bad and Airis is climbing fast as she takes the number #2 slot. Olu Maintain and 2face make new entry into the chart with their new videos and so does DiL, D'Banj and D'Prince.
Remember you decide - Vote via www.soundcity.tv/top10nigeria, on social media with the hashtag #Top10NigeriaCountdown and via SMS to 33144.#Top10NigeriaCountdown is determined by votes from#Soundcitizens (fans) via SMS, web, social media and audited by a committee headed by the Group Channel Producer.
Watch video highlights: http://youtu.be/oIwUXqALFGc
This week on the chart:
10. Dil ft Praiz & Lynxxx - Acapella
09. Joel El - You are in Love
08. D'banj - Bother You
07. D'Prince ft Don Jazzy & Davido - Gentleman
06. Davido - Aye
05. 2Face Idibia ft T-Pain - Rainbow
04. Flavour- Ikworikwo
03. Charass - Coco Butter
02. Airis - Jeje
01. Niyola - Toh Bad
For further information about the chart, log on to www.soundcity.tv, “like” us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SoundcityAfrica, or follow us on Instagram – SoundcityAfrica and @SoundcityTV on Twitter, using the hashtag #Top10NigeriaCountdown
EME’s FIRST LADY NIYOLA COVERS BEYONCE’s DRUNK IN LOVE
Close confidants of EME’s leading lady; Niyola can testify to her fascination with all things Beyonce. And so when asked by a friend for a cover to the former’s latest hit; Drunk In Love, Niyola gladly accepted the challenge.
With the help of producer TK who takes up keyboard duties, watch as Niyola gives what we call the cover of a lifetime. Up next for Niyola will be the release of her next single “Love To Love You”accompanied by visuals.
Niyola is signed to Banky W’s Empire Mates Entertainment.
Download NIYOLA – DRUNK IN LOVE (Cover): https://soundcloud.com/niyola/drunk-in-love-cover [SoundCloud]
Connect with Niyola: Twitter -@iamNiyola | Facebook - Niyola | Instagram – Niyola
EME’s FIRST LADY NIYOLA TEAMS UP WITH SOUNDSULTAN ON NEW SINGLE - BELLE NO BE SHOWGLASS
Three weeks after the release of her video for Toh Bad, R&B/Pop singer Niyola serves up another offering. This time Niyola opts for a faster tempo and teams up with Naija Ninja; SoundSultan. Titled Belle No Be Showglass, this song was produced by talented hit maker; Oscar. Belle No Be Showglass is a fresh and fun blend of English, Pidgin and Yoruba and calls for caution as true intentions can seldom be known at face value.
With Belle No Be Showglass, Niyola gives us another glimpse into her unique take on the Nigerian R&B/Pop music scene. Signed to Empire Mates Entertainment, Niyola’s latest single Belle No Be Showglass is her fourth official single on the Banky W/Segun Demuren led imprint. Prior singles include; Don’t Go There (Don’t Delay Me), Crazy and Toh Bad. With a sizeable catalogue of unreleased material, expect several more singles and videos leading up to Niyola’s sophomore album scheduled for a late 2014 release.
Connect with Niyola here: Twitter: @iamNiyola | Facebook & Instagram: Niyola
WORLD PREMIERE: NIYOLA - CRAZY + TOH BAD
While the Oscar laced Toh Bad is the atypical love song, in it Niyola explains the depth of true love and how encompassing love is.
NIYOLA - CRAZY
NIYOLA - TOH BAD
BANKY W. - R&BW ALBUM REVIEW
BANKY W.
R&BW
LABEL - E.M.E (Empire Mates Entertainment)
RELEASED - 02.13.13
SCORE - 5 out of 5
I want to believe that the day Banky W. released the tracklist for R&BW, he pretty much confirmed the rumors about the “Star Boy” - Wizkid not being a part of E.M.E anymore because Wizkid was not featured on any of the tracks. Due to this reason, a lot of fans have shown concerns for the record label because they believe that the record is still relevant today because of WizKid. Although, we still don’t know why he left the label, some of us are still shocked, but these things happens. We had the Plantashun Boiz (Faze,TuFace, Black Face) back in the days, and they split up. Even D’Banj and Don Jazzy split up, so, Wizkid leaving E.M.E just proves to us that nothing really lasts forever. But if you still think that E.M.E will be nothing without Wizkid, you might want to listen to R&BW.
With that being said, I have decided to review this album, specially for the people who are yet to buy and listen to it, so that you won’t miss out on a gem like this. As usual, I will only review my favorite tracks because the album is still very new, I don’t want to give out all the details,so I will only review my favorite tracks, in no order, this might be challenging because I love every single song on this album, but let’s see how this goes.
R&BW basically has a love theme through most of it, from tracks like “Good Good Loving”, “Be My Lover”, “Yes/No”, to other tracks like “Find You”, “To My Unborn Child”, “Low Key”, and “Say”.
Skales is one of the most talented artists we have in Nigeria, but I still would rather him sing than rap. But that didn’t stop him from shining on Track 03 - Magic, which is a little up-tempo, compared to several other tracks. The song is about a guy got hypnotized by the way a girl danced and how she stood out in the midst of other girls, so it felt like magic and that just means that she might be the one. As usual, Banky W. did not disappoint with his amazing vocal skills. I thought the harmony and his ab-libs were well on point. Skales also showed us that he had some pretty cool lines like “Trapped in your enchantment and I ain’t trying to be free/ To other girls I’m ghost, ‘cause I always wanna have you close/ You ain’t supposed to lose me, that’ll be magic gone wrong/ Me and you behind closed doors, I won't tell, your magic, girl, I’m under your spell”. I think he is still proving to be one of the most promising artists of today.
Track 11 - To My Unborn Child, features Lynxx. This song reminded me of 2Pac. Not only did Banky impress with his vocals, he also showed us that he could spit a few bars like - “The only person in your way is the one in the mirror / if it hasn’t worked out, it ain’t the end. It’s ok to fail as long as you try again/ Greener on the other side, some say so, make sure you cut the grass slow so the snakes show/ Loyalty is thin as ice, it’s easy to skate, a promise is easy to make and easy to break.” Lynxx also came through. His verse featured lines like - “Never let your feelings show when you sleep, it’s a cold world / And remember, money isn’t everything, but your last name can get you anything/ Never let your feelings show when you sleep, it’s a cold world/ Always be aware of the company you keep/ Always put God first in everything you do/ I hope you grow up to be a greater version of me.” One would consider this track to be “deep” because it is hard for some of us to explain these feelings and put them into words. I think it’s pretty tremendous. Think about the impact it will have on your child as he reads/listens to it later. This particular song happens to be my favorite on the album.
It’s not a R&BW album till it features a baby making song, right? And who can really make you say “na na na na na na na” if it isn’t Banky W.? Track 09 - Say, features E.M.E’s Shaydee, Sammie and Rotimi. If you want to make love to your special lady, this is a track you want to keep on repeat. Talk about eargasm! These artists brought their everything, from lyrics, ad-libs, harmony, soul, everything, to the table! I don’t know who Sammie is but now I want to hear more of him. I just might like Shaydee’s voice even better than Banky W. I just might! And Rotimi’s sweet soulful voice just makes you warm and fuzzy inside. This is a beautiful song.
The album is not 100% R&B. Things pick up a little more on tracks like “01 - The Way”, “07 - Do It To Me”, “13 - Never Let You Go” and “14 - Good Good Loving Remix” where he features Tuface (You guys will love Tuface on this one). Another track that stood out to me was “12 - African & Proud.” Banky W. features Camp Mulla, Sarkodie and Vector. I read a tweet a couple of weeks ago, asking Nigerian artists to stop featuring Sakordie because he always outshines us. LOL. I think he is an amazing rapper, although, I only understand him when he speaks English, but Vector blew me away! “You go real, we go realer, beat our chests on that ape sh*t!/ Swing in the club like I play golf, Chale!” Whattttt! Vector literally murdered this track!
We see a more spiritual side of Banky W. on Track 16 - Mercy. He gets emotional as he sings about getting things right with God, he wants to be saved from himself - a work in progress, and he asks for mercy. Not only is Banky one of the best vocalists we have in our industry, he is also a good rapper and this track proves it.
The album also features familiar tracks like one of his hit singles “05- Yes/No”, “08 - Be My Lover ft. Niyola”, and “06 - Low Key”, he also features Chocolate City’s M.I Abaga and Trybe Records’ Eldee on Track 15 - More.
Overall, R&BW is a very intelligent album, filled with beautiful lyrics and a lot of soul. Banky W. has made good music in the past, but this is his best work so far.
Get R&BW here.
PRE-VALENTINE GIFT FROM BANKY W!
… Drops “Find You” and “Be My Lover” (Yes/No) Part 2 ft Niyola
R&B powerhouse, Banky W has released two new singles off his much anticipated R&BW album which drops tomorrow, February 14 2013.
In the spirit of Valentine, the singer, songwriter and chairman of EME has decided to give fans a sneak peek into the R&BW album.
The singles, “Find You” was produced by Spellz and “Be My Lover” (Yes/No) Part 2 featuring Niyola was produced by Masterkraft.
The album which will be launched at a Grand Love Project on Friday, February 15th 2013 will feature top Nigerian acts like Wande Coal, Darey, Tiwa Savage, Bez, Blacky and Faze, Lynxxx, Sound Sultan, Iyanya, Praiz, Omawumi, Waje, J Martins, May D, Chidinma among many others.
There will also be special guest appearances by Don Jazzy and Yvonne Nelson at the special Valentine concert.
Banky W - Find You
Banky W ft. Niyola - Be my Lover (Yes No Part 2)
VIDEO: E.M.E Ft. NIYOLA - Don't Delay Me [Don't Go There]
#EMEWednesdays returns with the official video Niyola’s “Don’t Delay Me”. Diverse themes are explored in Niyola’s first video under the EME stable; whether it’s flaunting her immense sex appeal or showing off her expert dancing, Niyola gives her all in this Tosin Igho directed visual. The song was produced by legendary hit maker Spellz, and is testament to the fact that Miss Nini more than holds her own in a stable full of Superstar EME boys. In this video for “Don’t Delay Me”, the beautiful and talented singer gives us seductive, sultry and playful.
With cameos from Lynxxx, Gbenro, Dammy Crane, and EME acts Skales, ShayDee & Dj XClusive, we can guarantee that this video will have you on the edge of your seats. We hope you enjoy it.. and we can guarantee that this is only the beginning for Niyola. #EMEzayyy… the takeover continues.
EME SCORES A HAT TRICK
…..presents all-star album, Wizkidscores endorsement deal as Banky W lifts Olympics torch .
Empire Mates Entertainment, Nigeria’s premier music label has announced the launch of its highly anticipated all staralbum titled Empire Mates State of Mind.
The 22 tracked LP, which boasts of some of Nigeria’s finest artists such as BankyW, WizKid, Skales, Niyola and more, promises to be the album to beat in 2012 and beyond.
Speaking at a media event in Lagos on Friday June 15, CEO of EME, Banky Wellington, reiterated the music label’s commitment to providing only the hottest and the best music to its teeming fans. “We consider it a privilege for us to do this for our fans and we’ve worked with some of the finest artists, DJ’s, producers, directors in Nigeria and beyond on this album. Wiz, Skales, our first lady, Niyola, Basketmouth, Masterkraft, Legendary Beats, Spellz, Sarz, Shizzy, KidConnectwith special guest appearances from award winning comedianBasketmouth, Shaydee, Ghana based rapper, XO Senavoe and US based singing sensation, Rotimi and so many others. Throughout the entire process, it’s been totally ‘team EME’, we’re proud of our efforts and really hope our fans will be also.”
Meanwhile, Banky W has also been announced as an Olympic torch bearer to herald the
forthcoming Olympic games in London alongside some other outstanding Nigerian celebrities:KanuNwankwo, FunkeAkindeleand Steve “Yaw” Onu. He will be the first Nigerian singer to be honoured in this way and will be carrying the torch at the Olympic Torch Relay holding at Coventry on July 1st 2012.
Banky’s protégé and label mate, Wizkid, has also been having a superlative year. Not only has he scored an exclusive one year endorsement deal with popular drinks giant, Pepsi, he is also a nominee in this year’s BET Awards (Best African Act) which will hold at the Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles USA.
The EME all-star album is available, for free, from Monday June 18th, on Spinlet, Nigeria’s premier digital distribution and promotion platform.
Empire Mates Entertainment, Nigeria’s premier music label has announced the launch of its highly anticipated all staralbum titled Empire Mates State of Mind.
The 22 tracked LP, which boasts of some of Nigeria’s finest artists such as BankyW, WizKid, Skales, Niyola and more, promises to be the album to beat in 2012 and beyond.
Speaking at a media event in Lagos on Friday June 15, CEO of EME, Banky Wellington, reiterated the music label’s commitment to providing only the hottest and the best music to its teeming fans. “We consider it a privilege for us to do this for our fans and we’ve worked with some of the finest artists, DJ’s, producers, directors in Nigeria and beyond on this album. Wiz, Skales, our first lady, Niyola, Basketmouth, Masterkraft, Legendary Beats, Spellz, Sarz, Shizzy, KidConnectwith special guest appearances from award winning comedianBasketmouth, Shaydee, Ghana based rapper, XO Senavoe and US based singing sensation, Rotimi and so many others. Throughout the entire process, it’s been totally ‘team EME’, we’re proud of our efforts and really hope our fans will be also.”
Meanwhile, Banky W has also been announced as an Olympic torch bearer to herald the
forthcoming Olympic games in London alongside some other outstanding Nigerian celebrities:KanuNwankwo, FunkeAkindeleand Steve “Yaw” Onu. He will be the first Nigerian singer to be honoured in this way and will be carrying the torch at the Olympic Torch Relay holding at Coventry on July 1st 2012.Banky’s protégé and label mate, Wizkid, has also been having a superlative year. Not only has he scored an exclusive one year endorsement deal with popular drinks giant, Pepsi, he is also a nominee in this year’s BET Awards (Best African Act) which will hold at the Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles USA.
The EME all-star album is available, for free, from Monday June 18th, on Spinlet, Nigeria’s premier digital distribution and promotion platform.
WIZKID, BANKY W ANNOUNCE THE RELEASE OF FIRST-EVER EME ALBUM!
WIZKID, BANKY W, LEAD NIYOLA, SKALES, OTHERS ON EME ALBUM
EME RELEASES ALL STAR COMPILATION ALBUM
The first-ever EME all stars album is done and ready to be unleashed.
Featuring solo and collaboration
appearances by all EME acts and select friends of the house, the album, already titled ‘Empire Mates State of Mind’, is a 22-tracked LP that boasts some of the finest tracks to come out of Nigeria this year.
The label says it took almost one year to put the EME album together, and fans who have had a preview listen admit the materials are ‘a collector’s item’. The album, to be released exclusively on Spinlet on Monday June 18, features the core EME Artistes: Banky W, Wizkid, Skales, Niyola, Shaydee, DJ Exclusive, as well as prime guest appearances from Affiliates such as Ghana-Based Rapper XO Senavoe and US-Based Singer/Actor Rotimi. The album also contains three fun skits by comedian Basketmouth.
‘We’re very proud of the EME Album. We took our time to put together a fantastic blend of our talents as a collective, while also showcasing what each artiste is able to do individually. It felt like the right time to drop this record; each artiste is bringing his/her A-game, and the production quality is out of this world. There’s something for everybody… songs to dance to, songs to listen to, songs that make you think… We’re very excited about being able to share this with our fans worldwide, and we hope that we’ve been able to live up to and/or surpass their expectations of us. Our work is done. All that remains is for y’all to sit back, relax and press play…” says Banky W who supervised the production of the album.
‘Empire Mates State of Mind’ boasts production from Nigeria’s finest talents including Banky W, Masterkraft, Legendary Beats, Spellz, Sarz, Shizzy and Kid Konnect. The album is available, for free, from Monday June 18, on Spinlet, Nigeria’s premiere digital distribution platform.
Track Listing
EMPIRE MATES STATE OF MIND (Deluxe Edition)
1) Baddest Boy - E.M.E feat WizKid, Skales & Banky W.
2) Get Down Tonight - E.M.E feat WizKid, Skales & Banky W.
3) Sun Mo Mi - E.M.E feat ShayDee, Skales & Banky W.
4) Hate (Part 1) - E.M.E feat BasketMouth
5) Roll It - E.M.E feat WizKid & Banky W.
6) Find My Trouble - E.M.E feat Banky W., ShayDee & Skales
7) Body - E.M.E feat WizKid
8) Ko Mo Le - E.M.E feat Skales
9) Dance – E.M.E feat Banky W. & X.O Senavoe
10) Don’t Delay Me – E.M.E feat Niyola
11) London Girl – E.M.E feat WizKid
12) Hate (Part II) – E.M.E feat BasketMouth
13) Dance For Me – E.M.E feat WizKid
14) Follow Go House – E.M.E feat Skales, ShayDee & Banky W.
15) My Baby – E.M.E feat Skales
16) Only You – E.M.E feat Banky W., ShayDee & Rotimi
17) Reppin’ EMEazzyyy – E.M.E feat Skales, WizKid & Banky W.
18) Wetin I Want – E.M.E feat Skales & Niyola
19) Change – E.M.E feat Banky W., Skales, WizKid, ShayDee & Niyola
20) See My Mama – E.M.E feat WizKid, Banky W. & ShayDee
21) Hate (Part III) - E.M.E feat BasketMouth
22) Can’t Stop Us – E.M.E All Stars
Executive Producers: Segun Demuren & Banky Wellington
A&R/Co-executive Producers: Stanley "Tino Bendel" Ekure & Tunde Demuren
Producers:
Legendary Beats - Tracks 1, 18, 20;
MasterKraft - Tracks 16, 22;
MasterKraft & Banky W - Track 3
Spellz - Tracks 5, 6, 10, 11, 14, 19;
Sarz - Tracks 2, 8, 13, 15;
Cobhams - Track 9;
Shizzy - Track 7;
KidKonnect - Track 17
All Songs Recorded, Mixed & Mastered @ EME Studios by: Suka "The Surgeon" Andrew aka Papa Ne
#TeamEME: @BankyW @Wizkidayo @YoungSkales @ShayDeeBoi @IAmNiyola @DJXClusive
Photography: 'Anuel Modebe, Seyi Charles George, Obi Somto
EME RELEASES ALL STAR COMPILATION ALBUM
The first-ever EME all stars album is done and ready to be unleashed.
Featuring solo and collaboration
appearances by all EME acts and select friends of the house, the album, already titled ‘Empire Mates State of Mind’, is a 22-tracked LP that boasts some of the finest tracks to come out of Nigeria this year.The label says it took almost one year to put the EME album together, and fans who have had a preview listen admit the materials are ‘a collector’s item’. The album, to be released exclusively on Spinlet on Monday June 18, features the core EME Artistes: Banky W, Wizkid, Skales, Niyola, Shaydee, DJ Exclusive, as well as prime guest appearances from Affiliates such as Ghana-Based Rapper XO Senavoe and US-Based Singer/Actor Rotimi. The album also contains three fun skits by comedian Basketmouth.
‘We’re very proud of the EME Album. We took our time to put together a fantastic blend of our talents as a collective, while also showcasing what each artiste is able to do individually. It felt like the right time to drop this record; each artiste is bringing his/her A-game, and the production quality is out of this world. There’s something for everybody… songs to dance to, songs to listen to, songs that make you think… We’re very excited about being able to share this with our fans worldwide, and we hope that we’ve been able to live up to and/or surpass their expectations of us. Our work is done. All that remains is for y’all to sit back, relax and press play…” says Banky W who supervised the production of the album.
‘Empire Mates State of Mind’ boasts production from Nigeria’s finest talents including Banky W, Masterkraft, Legendary Beats, Spellz, Sarz, Shizzy and Kid Konnect. The album is available, for free, from Monday June 18, on Spinlet, Nigeria’s premiere digital distribution platform.
Track Listing
EMPIRE MATES STATE OF MIND (Deluxe Edition)
1) Baddest Boy - E.M.E feat WizKid, Skales & Banky W.
2) Get Down Tonight - E.M.E feat WizKid, Skales & Banky W.
3) Sun Mo Mi - E.M.E feat ShayDee, Skales & Banky W.
4) Hate (Part 1) - E.M.E feat BasketMouth
5) Roll It - E.M.E feat WizKid & Banky W.
6) Find My Trouble - E.M.E feat Banky W., ShayDee & Skales
7) Body - E.M.E feat WizKid
8) Ko Mo Le - E.M.E feat Skales
9) Dance – E.M.E feat Banky W. & X.O Senavoe
10) Don’t Delay Me – E.M.E feat Niyola
11) London Girl – E.M.E feat WizKid
12) Hate (Part II) – E.M.E feat BasketMouth
13) Dance For Me – E.M.E feat WizKid
14) Follow Go House – E.M.E feat Skales, ShayDee & Banky W.
15) My Baby – E.M.E feat Skales
16) Only You – E.M.E feat Banky W., ShayDee & Rotimi
17) Reppin’ EMEazzyyy – E.M.E feat Skales, WizKid & Banky W.
18) Wetin I Want – E.M.E feat Skales & Niyola
19) Change – E.M.E feat Banky W., Skales, WizKid, ShayDee & Niyola
20) See My Mama – E.M.E feat WizKid, Banky W. & ShayDee
21) Hate (Part III) - E.M.E feat BasketMouth
22) Can’t Stop Us – E.M.E All Stars
Executive Producers: Segun Demuren & Banky Wellington
A&R/Co-executive Producers: Stanley "Tino Bendel" Ekure & Tunde Demuren
Producers:
Legendary Beats - Tracks 1, 18, 20;
MasterKraft - Tracks 16, 22;
MasterKraft & Banky W - Track 3
Spellz - Tracks 5, 6, 10, 11, 14, 19;
Sarz - Tracks 2, 8, 13, 15;
Cobhams - Track 9;
Shizzy - Track 7;
KidKonnect - Track 17
All Songs Recorded, Mixed & Mastered @ EME Studios by: Suka "The Surgeon" Andrew aka Papa Ne
#TeamEME: @BankyW @Wizkidayo @YoungSkales @ShayDeeBoi @IAmNiyola @DJXClusive
Photography: 'Anuel Modebe, Seyi Charles George, Obi Somto
EME SIGNS FIRST FEMALE ACT, NIYOLA
- announces deal with DJ Exclusive, Shaydee, XO Senavoe and Master Kraft
Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) today officially an
nounced the signing of singer-songwriter Niyola to the label. EME boss Banky W made this known in Lagos while speaking with a group of editors and media executives. Niyola, a smooth and sultry singer, who has one album to her name, and a couple of hit singles that attracted many to her, is the first lady to be signed on the label. Before joining EME, Niyola was an independent artiste, working to establish her recording career and plant her feet firmly in the mainstream.
‘I was eagerly searching for a place to call home’, the singer comments. ‘And after being friends with the EME family for sometime, I realized this is my home, where my heart and my soul is. This is where I want to be’. Apart from Banky W, who doubles as talent and executive, EME is also home to pop star Wizkid, and rapper Skales. That list will now include star jockey DJ Exclusive who recently singed a deal to be EME’s official DJ, Master Kraft- Official producer as well as the respected Ghanaian hip hop act XO Senavoe, who is the label’s first international signing.
EME also announced the signing of the gifted singer Shaydee, who has been
described by industry watchers as one of the most important singers to watch out for this year.
‘Empire Mates has come a long way, since Banky W, and our first single. The entire continent and the rest of the world have accepted and supported us’ a statement from the label reads. ‘That support has birthed so many great things, and today, we’re happy to announce our expansion, as we take up new talents, new challenges, and seek new ways to deliver beautiful African music to the world’.
‘We’re excited to have Niyola, Shaydee and DJ XClusive on board EME’, ‘we’re having a fun ride already, as you guys will find out on the new materials coming out next week’, says Wizkid, the MOBO award-winning popstar who was discovered and nurtured by EME.
Empire Mates Entertainment (EME) today officially an
nounced the signing of singer-songwriter Niyola to the label. EME boss Banky W made this known in Lagos while speaking with a group of editors and media executives. Niyola, a smooth and sultry singer, who has one album to her name, and a couple of hit singles that attracted many to her, is the first lady to be signed on the label. Before joining EME, Niyola was an independent artiste, working to establish her recording career and plant her feet firmly in the mainstream.‘I was eagerly searching for a place to call home’, the singer comments. ‘And after being friends with the EME family for sometime, I realized this is my home, where my heart and my soul is. This is where I want to be’. Apart from Banky W, who doubles as talent and executive, EME is also home to pop star Wizkid, and rapper Skales. That list will now include star jockey DJ Exclusive who recently singed a deal to be EME’s official DJ, Master Kraft- Official producer as well as the respected Ghanaian hip hop act XO Senavoe, who is the label’s first international signing.
EME also announced the signing of the gifted singer Shaydee, who has been
described by industry watchers as one of the most important singers to watch out for this year.‘Empire Mates has come a long way, since Banky W, and our first single. The entire continent and the rest of the world have accepted and supported us’ a statement from the label reads. ‘That support has birthed so many great things, and today, we’re happy to announce our expansion, as we take up new talents, new challenges, and seek new ways to deliver beautiful African music to the world’.
‘We’re excited to have Niyola, Shaydee and DJ XClusive on board EME’, ‘we’re having a fun ride already, as you guys will find out on the new materials coming out next week’, says Wizkid, the MOBO award-winning popstar who was discovered and nurtured by EME.
Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E) signs Niyola
After several months of speculations if Niyola will be the newest member of E.M.E or not, the singer has finally put pen to paper in a deal that officially makes her the first lady of Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E).
Niyola now joins Skales, Wizkid and label boss Banky W on the label. Niyola is set to be unveiled and featured in the forthcoming E.M.E compilation album titled “The Empire Mates State Of Mind” which is scheduled to drop on the 12th of June, 2012.
AKON, PSQUARE, TIWA SAVAGE JOIN BANKY W FOR BIRTHDAY GIG!
Banky W’s surprise birthday party on Tuesday March 27, 2012 at The Grotto in Victoria Island, Lagos brought out a large number of A- list entertainers.
With so much love from fans on twitter, facebook and elsewhere, and a guest list that included Akon, Psquare, MI, Tiwa Savage, Kel, Ini Edo, Skales, Toolz and others, the R&B giant and EME Chairman had a time of his life!
“Even when I gbagaun, I don’t get half as many mentions as this ooh…. Thank you so much for the birthday wishes… God bless” the singer said to his fans on twitter, earlier in the day.
Before The Grotto surprise party put together by his friends, Banky told journalists in Lagos he plans to dedicate more of his time to "helping young talents grow and do all I can to make the journey easier for talented young people out there trying to build a career in music".
"As I grow older, it's becoming very important for me to play my little part in developing this industry; to play my own role in empowering our youths, and in extension, the nation. I'll be happy if I can help more and more upcoming talents escape the hurdles I passed through while coming up. Everyone sees Banky W, Wizkid, 2face, Psquare or D'banj - but people forget that for each one of us that makes it, there are dozens others who fell by the way side; most of them could have made it if only they got more support. I made it to where I am because of the love and support from the media, my label, fans, promoters and my family. I think it's my responsibility, to make sure I support those coming behind. That's what I've done with Wizkid. We're working on Skales now, and many more are on the way".Banky W’s protégé WizKid was missing in action from his mentor’s "Lagos party", but he had a good reason- he was away in America having series of sit downs and focused discussions with prominent African-Americans and promoters ahead of the forthcoming EME tour. “Happy Birthday to my big bro, Banky W. God bless you more Wizkid wrote in a Twitter shout out to Mr W. Banky W's third Nigerian album titled R&BW is expected later this year.
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Obiwon - Lift Your Hands ft. Niyola + Na U
Below, you'll find the 1st and the 3rd track off of the Rebirth Album by OBIWON. His voice is simply incomparable and most (if not all) of the tracks on this album affirms his strong faith in God.
Obiwon - Lift Your Hands ft. Niyola {song + lyrics}
No be today I dey hustle for a while now
See my mates them don go they dey shine now
This na my time this na time now
I’ll lift my hands and praise Him. Praise!
E no matter what I see where I dey
Alagbara Jesu na you dey save
Like Marvin Sapp “Praise Him In Advance” 
now
I’ll lift my hands and praise Him. Praise!
You no know wetin e do for me you no know
So when u come around make you just dey know
That me I love my Jesus (love my Jesus)
U no fit do nothing to come between us
So I’m a keep praising keep keep praising
Keep praising keep keep praising
I’m a keep praising keep keep praising
I’ll lift my hands and praise Him. Praise!
Lift your hands... (and)... (4x)
Shebi u get hands and
Shebi u get mouth and
Shebi u get life and
Shey u never kpai now
Open your mouth and
Let it come from your heart now
Lift your hands and praise Him. Praise!
(Lift your hands. Lift your hands)
I’ve been working hard me no I dey play
24/7 and I don dey pray
Change of strategy praise Him in advance
Follow His stance yes raise up ma hands
Cause to bring acceptable praise
I depend on your grace
And to bring acceptable praise
I go follow your way
Na you make me
Mould me
Let your Spirit hold control me
Never let go of me
Everybody watch me don’t stop me
If u no understand
Let it all be foolish
I’m bullish cause na praise dey raise me
I’m moving higher higher
Because of your fire fire
Baba God my praise no go retire
Lift Your Hands... etc
You no know wetin e do for me you no know.... etc
Just keep praising keep keep praising... etc
Lift Your Hands... etc
OBIWON - Na U
This song is nothing short of amazing. It's a conversation put into a song.
