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Samklef Joins Akon’s Konvic Records
Nigerian-born music artiste, Samklef, whose real name is Samuel Oguachuba has signed with mega super star Akon, for a multi-million record deal with KonLive because he is the best all-around entertainer from Nigeria”, said Akon who tops the 2017 list of richest African Musicians, according to Forbes Africa and known for launching the careers of superstars – Lady Gaga and T-Pain.
“Everything Samklef touches turns to gold and I expect his first single “Philo” to quickly climb the charts once it is released in 2017″, said Akon. Samklef, a multi-talented music artiste, producer, DJ and video director hails from Imo State, but was born and bred in Lagos, Nigeria.
“Life on the Nigerian streets amidst the harsh survival condtions of the typical African ghetto made me business savvy and a realist. The opportunity to be part of Akon’s camp and learn from the greatest in the music and business world is an honour”, said Samklef.
Before he took the leap of faith to leave his home country and head to the USA. Samklef worked as a music producer with some of the biggest in Nigeria’s music industry, including Sunny Neji, Rugged Man, Durella, Simi, Wizkid, Skales, D’Prince, Jahdiel, Ice Prince Olamide and Victor to mention a few.
It was gathered that Samklef produced six records on Wizkid’s successful debut album, “Super Star” that sky rocketed him to international success. “My team is very impressed with Samklef’s professionalism. He has worked with sound factory, flow records, smashers records, Back 2 Back, mindfalls, Exp&I 360 and S.O&U”, said Rozina Negusei, CEO of En Treeg records and Akon’s wife.
She noted that Samklef is a certified hitmaker, has great stage presence and he is a master at engaging any music-loving crowd.
Samklef’s debut album titled “Noni” was released in 2010 followed by an international edition titled “Nonilizing” released in January 2011. He spans several year’s in the entertainment industry and the outcome is vast experience which can only be garnered by working with some of the best hands in every field.
His influences include international producers and artistes, Timbaland and Kanye West as well as his industry colleagues, Don Jazzy and Tuface. During the 2017 Best Awards Week, Samklef performed his international hit “Molowo Noni”, to a standing-only-room crowd at the Sayers club in Hollywood California.
The diverse Samklef is also an entrepreneur and motivational speaker. “I want to inspire others to achieve their dreams, if I can make it out of the poorest conditions from Lagos Nigeria, with hard work and dedication anyone can”, Samklef said.
The Nigerian singer is signed by Akon’s KonLive Distribution and Kes Entertainment record label, a joint venture partnership with KonLive, En Treeg and Simcol entertainment. Simon Guobadia is the chairman/CEO of Simcol entertainment. The purpose of the partnership is to advance the careers of African and Caribbean talents.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’