The Rise and Rise of Afrobeat DJ Neptizzle

As afrobeat continues to grow more popular and is fast crossing over into mainstream pop circuits we have to shed our spotlight on some of the DJ's at the forefront of the Afrobeat revolution, London Based Dj Neptizzle Is of Vietnamese Origin and is also one of the leading Afrobeat Dj's with an ever increasing multitude of followers in africa and the UK. 

About Neptizzle

Dj Neptizzle aka Michael Hung Nguyen was born in North London and grew up in Hackney in East London. He started his dj life on the turntables with Grime records at 16, building up his musical and dj knowledge, he also studied music production at University

In 2007 he discovered African Music and started getting into the Afrobeat which was begining to take off in a big way and move into mainstream He started experimenting and Djing with popular afrobeat songs from West Africa mainly Nigeria and Ghana, playing at private functions and gigs the response was overwhelming and the crowds could not get enough of his beats, within weeks he had been booked to play at a night Club and since then has gone from strengh to strength establishing himself on the London Club circuit as a reliable multi talented Dj

He regularly travels round the UK to play at gigs and universities building up a massive following and becoming recognised as one of the top djs on the UK Afro beat scene. In 2010 he started to become a familiar face on Ghanaian music scene playing at hall parties to the young and older generations, he performed at major Ghanaian and Nigerian events in the UK such as Ghana Independence, Ghana  in the park,and The  Nigerian Independence celebrations as well as playing at the London’s world famous club, Ministry Of Sound. He also regularly travels to Ghana and performing to huge audiences and establishing himself  as a major name over there.

 As well as his energetic club sets dj Neptizzle also supplies his fans with free Afro beats mix cds packed with clever mixes and the latest tunes keeping listeners up to date with new music. The success of his Mix CDs  have seen him hand out over 2000 CD's and over 10,000 Internet downloads.

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Wizboyy -Owu Sa Gi Ft 9ice

This track goes back in time a little bit, 2010 to be precise. but it's such a smooth tune I have to feature it the lyrics just seem to grow and grow on you. listen and leave your comments. Yes it's Wiz Boyy ft 9ice on a production from No-Tyme Records

Peace

Owu Sa Gi Mp3

Luke Dej Ariyaa

Dynamic!Creative!Cultural! These words only begin to describe the music and talents of luke Dej. guitarist extraordinaire/singer/songwriter and percusionist.Luke has steadily and carefully crafted an original body of work he calls a "spiritually tinged blend of pop,jazz,rock,blues,funk and traditional African music." Luke's unique brand of music, addresses all human emotions that fall under the universal theme of Love,joy and peace .He takes music back to its roots with his flexible guitar driven approach to performing and recording. He's ultimately, his own artist.His unique style is shown throughout his music, and his personality is one that everyone falls in love with..

Having extensively toured Europe and Asia with great musicians.He's now currently working on his first solo album which is in international and local version respectively... Check out his first Single...tittled Ariyaa!!!Done in the african groovy dance way with soulful yoruba vocal and straight from the heart lyrics.

Check it out Play Download Mp3 Ariyaa

06 Ariyaa2 by Numusicstreet

Links:
Video Ariyaa by Luke Dej
Luke Dej on Myspace
Luke Dej on NaijaPals

EveryDay 9ice Album Bashorun Gaa

New Offerings from the man 9ice in 2011 from his album titled Bashorun Gaa and this must be one of my favourite tracks just love the lyrics, in the U.S they say no one sings like Joe I think you can say the same of 9ice he got his own distinct vibes and lyrics. very nice video as well;'  If you don't already know 9ice then check this track out.

9ice, whose first hit single “Gongo Aso"  practically skyrocketed him to international fame and made him a household name in many African cities has continued to work hard and has been prolific in his output  collaborating with most of the top players in the Afrobeat industry some could say he fast becoming the new Fela Kuti.., well maybe in a few more years only time will tell he is certainly emulating his hero.

His award credits include 2009 Hip Hop World Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the year as well as 2008 MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Best African Act, 2008 MTV Africa Music Awards Best Hip Hop Artist, 2008 Dynamix Awards Artist the Year, 2009 Future Awards Musician of the Year and many more.

Links:
9ice on Youtube

Bashorun Gaa the Movie

Bashorun Gaa - 9ice
 

Bashorun Gaha in History
The title of the Album has generated quite a bit of interest because it's named after a tyrant according to ancient yoruba history.The Historical Bashorun Gaha was described as the Prime Minister of  the old Oyo Empire during the reign of the Emperor, Alaafin Abiodun (who ruled between 1770–1789) Despite the Oyo traditional political system having built in checks and balances to ensure powers were shared between powerful institutions like the Alaafin, The Ogboni (Influential Ancient yoruba Cult) and the council of Ministers and King Makers known as the Oyomesi.

Bashorun Gaha, who was head of Oyomesi managed to subvert the system and usurp maximum political powers, as a result he was  able to dispose of four Alaafins (Kings of Oyo) in sucession and unleash a reign of terror and tyranny with the help of his sons and members of his family who were reputed to have comitted many excesses and atrocities throughout the empire.

He was finally overcome by the fifth  Alaafin Abiodun who managed to outwit him and have him executed many of his children and family members were also executed after his death while a few managed to flee

Ref:    History of the Yorubas Rev Samuel Johnson
Links:  History of Oyo Empire

NICK FILL Swag on Fire

If you want to know what happening on the Naija Hiphop underground scene, who are the new movers and shakers then you best checkout Nickfill aka Yannick Phillippe- born in France he crossed over to Lagos Nigeria in his early childhood, growing up in Lagos means Nickfill is as street n slick as they come…a graduate with qualifications in Sociology and  Mass communications and with  a style and flow that reminds me a little of Jayz  he's out to prove a few points . In his own words he says  "I am here to change afro hip hop for the best..I want to rule Afro hip, I just can't let it fade" !!

Checkout his first single 'Swag on fire' from his forthcoming album 'Rap Certificate' which he should be droppin anytime soon.

Play/Download Nick fill-swag on fire

 Swag On Fire/Song produced by Mr Me Mixed and Mastered by Swaps on the Mix... Unsigned/working on a Mixtape to be given free to fans

Links: 

Nickfill on Facebook

Nickfill on Twitter

Nickfill on Myspace

Nickfill on Youtube

Positive Energy - Gyae Saa Official AZONTO music video

The latest AZONTO monster hit song from Ghana with a super FULL HD quality VIDEO by the duo international music group POSITIVE ENERGY (MR. M and YOUNG SOUL from NIGERIA) . video directed and shot by PASCAL AKA of BREAKTHROUGH MEDIA PRODUCTIONS ..... respect!
Download Free music at Numusicstreet.com

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Positive Energy - Gyae Saa-Azonto by Numusicstreet

Only You - Olly Jay Beatz Monster Productions

Beatz Monster Productions introduce recording artist and Music producer Olly Jay, He started his career playing the keyboards for the church back in 1997.and then went on to join the band, Solex Crew as a backup vocalist in 2002 until 2005 when he decided to branch out and start his own singing solo career.


Olly Jay is also an accomplished producer and and has gone on to produce for various Nigerian Artists in Nigeria and the UK like Durrela, Bigiano, Deebee Collabo, YQ, Mocheda, Jaywon Kennis music, Dee Splash, Mr Solek, Pasoma Wonder and many more. He's presently working on his his upcoming Album and mixtape, and recently dropped 2 singles 'Only You' and 'Number One'. which features catchy supersweet melodies and his smooth vocals you can check them out by clicking on the links, I'm sure they'll grow on you anyway  listen and judge for yourself,  leave your comments if you feel like and watch this space for more news on Olly Jay.  Peace

Play tracks or download by right clicking on the links and then save to your computer.

Only You & Number One - Olly Jay by Numusicstreet


Links: 

Download 'Number One'

Downlaod 'Only You'

Beatz Monster Productions on Facebook

Olly Jay on Facebook

Watch Video on Youtube

M3NSA 'No One Knows'

M3NSA is one of the most respected Rappers in Ghana and a true exponent of the fusion between Hiphop and African Hiplife checkout this catchy video and make your own deductions 'No one knows Tomorrow' Oh yeah - check him out

Links:  

M3NSA  On Face Book
M3NSA Official Website

Stay Jay - Shashee Wowo

Shashee wowo  basically meams a boy who likes too many girls, in other words a 'ladies man' or a girl that likes too many boys usually called ... lets just stop there, anyway thats what the songs about and its a good one too- The dance the girls are dancing is called ‘Azonto’ and it is the most popular dance in Ghana. Although It's probably not the sort of dancing you'd get at a High society event. check out the video and get more info on Stay Jay by clicking on the links below.

Links:
Stay Jay on Facebook
Stay Jay on Youtube
Website

Ghana's Fresh Boy --'Devil Weeping'

Nicknamed Fresh Boy, Jay Ghartey’s   ‘Devil Weeping’ is a haunting dedication to all those affected by conflict and wars.

It is touching and very moving.

A sincere and deep dedication

“When I was a child in Ghana I was friends with so many Liberians who were in Ghana escaping the civil war in Liberia. The stories they told of what was happening were heartbreaking and shocking. Stories that when heard, even a man with a hard heart would be forced to shed a tear. That’s why I called the song “devil weeping” meaning even if the devil saw these things he would cry.”

                   Jay Ghartey

                                                                                                                                  jayghartey.com/      

Enjoy!

Say How I Feel (Remix) by Rhian Benson feat. Dwele & Slum Village

She's been compared to a diverse range of artists, from Jill Scott to Seal to Sade; from Enya to Lauryn Hill; Dinah Washington to Dido.

Her mother, from Wales in Britain - is a singer, and her father, a native of Ghana , is a guitarist.

http://rhianbenson.com/

Wanlov " Vevi"

Emmanuel Owusu Bonsu (Wanlov) was born to Romanian mother and a Ghanaian father.
After performing at local events and shows he eventually ventured out of Texas making his imprint on both coasts.

He released his first album, 'Green Card' as 'Konkonsa' in Ghana due to the popularity of his said title track in Ghana. He has already performed in several venues throughout Ghana and collaborated with several artists including his Pidgen Records mate King Ayisoba with whom he did this song with.

The premise of this video is Vevi the squirrel disobeys an elder by climbing the sacred tree...he falls and injures his leg...his friends hear him cry, but come only to laugh at him...one of them finally calls a doctor who bandages Vevi...Vevi is still in pain and accuses the doctor of being fake...everyone leaves rude Vevi in the forest by himself...


Follow him on twitter @wanlov

R2BEES-- 'agyeii' --Get moving!!!!!!!!

In 2008 based on their struggle they formed the group R2BEES which is an acronym for ‘refuse to be broke’

http://www.r2bees.com/
Twitter :   @r2bees

Yung Kurt ft TeeBeeO No Be Play OFFICIAL VIDEO

Hot stuff from Yung Kurt & TeebeeO just love the music and that Chorus 'No Be Play'
find out more about Yung Kurt at Websites:
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Youtube:

New Music from Afrocentric Songtress Nnena Omali

Nnena Omali was the same singer featured on the award winning song 'Cry' with
rapper Modenine a few years back. Her single 'Oluchi' was also nominated at the
Sound City Music Video Awards in the best female video category. She's come back with some laid back soulful melodies from her forthcoming album which is bound to win her some more fans check out her latest singles 'Palavar', 'Kissed' as well as the hit single Oluchi

For more on Nnena check out her website
Download This Track Now at Numusicstreet,com

Material 'Don't Try Me

I've listened to a few of this guy's tracks and his unique style of delivery blows me away, with a music style drawn from different genres of music influences ranging from Nigerian Fuji, Apala and Highlife to western influence in terms of Hip hop and Rap music. No wonder critics have tagged him ‘The One. check out the super smooth vocal delivery & well crafted video on his track "Don't Try Me"




Play Download Mp3 'Material Don't Try Me' 

Info and links:
Material Official Site

iTunes.com

Yi Wo Soun - Material Ft m Magnum & Ay

Another hot joint from Material's new album 'Da Undisputed Mixtapes Vol 2' fast defining the bounderies of the UK based Niaja rap scene. Material collaborates with two talented UK artists,Magnum & Ay.

On August 15th 2010, Material released the first Volume of 'Da Undisputed' Mixtape. Without any formal promotion, the mixtape grew and gradually became a hot topic. As an artist, he proved his lyrical prowess and deep understanding of english and yoruba languages. He has recently concluded the recording of 'Da undisputed' mixtape Vol II, and quite interestingly featured some heavyweight underdogs.

One of the singles on the mixtape is titled '16 Bars', a rap track featuring DL and AY, two talented naija/UK rappers. As usual Material whose verse is predominantly in Yoruba, clarifies why he is a seasoned artist with the use of heavy punchlines.

The second volume of the mixtape which will be released soon, promises to be one of the best mixtapes. So watch out for this talented artist.

Download This Track Now at Numusicstreet,com

For more download of his songs, visit his Official Website

16 Bars Material Ft AY, DL

Hot Joint from Material trust me this guy is going places signed to
Matuwo Records Presents '16 BARS'is a lyrically insane rap single from the debut 'Undisputed Mixtape Vol II'. Featuring talented 9JA Heavyweight Rappers AY and DL,

On August 15th 2010, Material released the first Volume of 'Da Undisputed' Mixtape. Without any formal promotion, the mixtape grew and gradually became a hot topic. As an artist, he proved his lyrical prowess and deep understanding of english and yoruba languages. He has recently concluded the recording of 'Da undisputed' mixtape Vol II, and quite interestingly featured some heavyweight underdogs.

One of the singles on the mixtape is titled '16 Bars', a rap track featuring DL and AY, two talented naija/UK rappers. As usual Material whose verse is predominantly in Yoruba, clarifies why he is a seasoned artist with the use of heavy punchlines.

The second volume of the mixtape which will be released soon, promises to be one of the best mixtapes. So watch out for this talented artist.

Download of his songs, visit his Official Website

So Intoxicating...UK Artiste Sway features in Ghana

Intoxicated   Richie ft Sway

This is a new video from Richie of Lynx Entertainment. Intoxicated is a track on his second album titled “U.K.N.R. – U Know the Name Right”.
Richie featured Sway DaSafo. The album has tracks like ‘Yaaro’, ‘Ma Nim Tonn’, ‘Intoxicated’, ‘Asa Fofro’ among others.

Richie is one of the most progressive beat makers in Ghana, his music group Lynx entertainment has garnered fame and awards within a short period.

This song is new, fresh and very much the dance tune every one expects from a Richie production

Check out his facebook page  at http://www.facebook.com/lynx.gh

Enjoy!

BO WO SAM MA ME-- EAZZY

Also known as Eazzy Baby, is the first lady of Lynx Entertainment. Born twenty five years ago in Ghana, this girl will get any audience shaking their booties.

In an industry that is dominated by men she has endeared herself to the Ghanaian public with her array of dance tunes and fierce attitude....

Her beauty and fit physique makes her one of Ghana's verified Sexy Ladies


Get Ready to Dance.......



D-Black ft Sarkodie- My Kinda Girl

D-Black da Ghana Bwoy is officially and without a doubt Ghana's most hardworking and Ghana's most marketed musician of all time.



Identified as the King of GH-Rap and an African Hip-Hop Star, he goes by the birth name Desmond Kwesi Blackmore , better known in showbiz circles as D-Black, Ghana’s premiere Anglophone hip hop artist.

D-black is a music business entrepreneur, executive producer and multiple award-winning Anglophone hip hop artist from Ghana.

Eazzy -One Gal

From  the stables of Lynx Entertainment comes another song by Eazzy, easily dubbed the Ciara of Ghana, her vocals are not powerful, but her dance moves and dance beats have won her rave reviews...

http://www.facebook.com/eazzy.lynx
http://www.twitter.com/eazzylynx

DR CRYME 'CALL ME'

Freme Me" By Dr. Cryme featuring Oboo from the album 'Finally Finally'

This is an example of Dr. Cryme showing us what he terms TWI POP...this is Pop music sang in a local dialect called Twi. This is the most spoken dialect in Ghana.

Dr. Cryme gained fame when he featured in D-Black's  'Get on the dancefloor'

He is also called Tema Eminem.
www.facebook.com/drcrymeyessirrr

NAIJA and GH Freestyle

Courtesy of Bronze Productions, we enjoy this freestyle video from some of our favourite rap artistes, this is unpolished but very raw and a brilliant representation of  pure talent, uncurbed and hungry for words that rhythimically express feelings, attitudes and issues

It features Ghana's fastest rapper Sarkodie, Nigeria's Wande Coal, D-Cryme, Guru

Check it out and let your comments flow....

Introducing D-Cryme – Kill Me Shy

D-Cryme – Kill Me Shy”..  After he dropped “Me Ne Woa”, he left the fans wanting more.

Born Kwasi Darlington, Dr.Cryme (abbreviation for Creative Rhymes You Most Enjoy) grew up in Tema , Ghana and invented the sophisticated Rap genre, ‘Twipop’. He is currently working on his debut album ‘Finally, Finally’ which will include hit songs “Kill Me Shy”, “Mene Woa” and the newly outdoored “I Will Always Be Me”. The album will be due in July

His debut video is crawling with cameos from Ghanaian celebrities from the presenters to judges. The concept for the video is exciting, young and fresh.


D Cryme On Facebook

MUST SEE- TRIGMATIC

This is not the latest release in Ghana, but it is definitely one to be repeated every once in a while to at least give everyone the opportunity to listen to such good music.The music is good the video does it justice.

The video showcases Ghana in all it natural beauty. This was the intro Trigmatic needed to instantly put him in the A list of Ghana rappers.



MOVE BACK--(MUJE BAYA-) 5five

Put this song on blast where ever you are and you are sure to get everyone dancing. This is the song that got every one dancing at the Big Brother Amplified house.

5FIVE is a pop fusion group with an inclining for experimental genres that have cross over appeal. 5FIVE is a simply code for 50/50 without the zeros, literally meaning 50/50 of all round music.  Raised in the centre of Accra Luther Azamati a.k.a Papi and Jeffery Opoku Agyekum a.k.a Killy grew up around a lot of music and were exposed to a plethora of genres which still influence their song writing and flow.

Enjoy!

General Manager	Nana Asiamah Hanson(CEO/Manager)

Atumpan-THE THING

Atumpan has got the whole nation singing and talking about 'the thing'. Everyone is definately taking a good guess, as to what this man is singing about ;). the song was a massive radio hit and didnt require a music video to push it promotion wise but Atumpan, who is relatively new to the scene needed to showcase himself to the fans.

They could have done more with the video than literally translate the words into pictures i.e. the classroom scene was too expected...but its a great catchy song , the video adds nothing and takes nothing from it.

Hip life musician, Atumpan's insatiable desire to make it to the top of both the local and international music scene made him bide his time as an 'underground dancehallist'.

He is also a teacher by profession currently pursuing higher studies at University of Education, Winneba reading a Bachelor of Arts program in linguistics, majoring in English.

For bookings, contact atumpansing@yahoo.com OR

Atumpan on Facebook

BECCA'S 'PUSH' TO BE NO. 1

Becca Ghana's Hottest diva brings us her usual mix of 'bang' and Afropop. Ladies love Trigmatic, the rapper whose explosive rise to the top of the charts has everyone stunned, pure talent!

The mixture of these two with a touch of King Ayisoba was the perfect recipe for a hot club song or pick me up song.

According to Kiki Banson, Becca’s manager, the music video was carefully packaged not only for the local market and African continent, but for the entire world at large.

The video features some of the nation’s finest movie stars including  John Dumelo, Yvonne Okoro and Yvonne Nelson.

Becca On Facebook

OKYEAME KWAME : TAKES HIPLIFE BACK TO THE 70s

Okyeame Kwame took a step back in time to the 70′s with his latest video for the new single “faithful”, which is a mellower sound for him, floating by on its nearly ethereal backing saxophone and drums.

It is written by Okyeame Kwame and Bertha, winner of Stars of the Future season 4( Ghana's version of pop idol). Faithful is the first single off Okyeame Kwame’s upcoming album rumoured to be titled “The Doctor and Nurses”. The video was shot by one of the best music video directors in the business Abraham Ohene-Djan of OM studios.

Watch out for the cameo by Ace Ghanaian producer Appietus, he obviously produced this track and makes a cameo as a the painist . Its a love song! Okyeame Kwame and Bertha could have faked a little bit of chemistry.

It was refreshing and very different from the booty shaking obsessed music videos that have conquered our airwaves, hopefully the point has been made that a good music video can be made without bootyshaking.