Make Money with Epoh Music this December

We are just a few days away from the month of events and concerts. Maybe it’s the Christmas effect or the clear weather, but December is just the best time for large outdoor events here in Nigeria. And it has become a sort of tradition to have mega concerts and shows scattered all around this month. 

These mega-events draw attendance from several parts of the country and even internationally. I applaud those who take the time to organise these events yearly because sustaining something like that is not an easy task. Sorting out the venue, logistics, partners, expenses and even the ticket sales, not to talk about getting people to show up for the event. 

If you are an event organiser, I have the pleasure of informing you that Epoh Music has a way to ease part of this burden for you and help you make your money. 

Here’s how…

Epoh Music doesn't just offer you the best collection of Nigerian music but also a platform to sell your event tickets. Event organisers and marketers can take advantage of this feature to sell out their shows and manage their ticket sales. Once a person pays for the ticket, they will receive an e-invite via mail. From your account, you will able to track the number of people that have gotten your event's ticket so you can prepare to accommodate them. 

Easy right? Well, that’s the goal. If you are an event organiser, head to Epoh Music right now and create your Show organiser account.

Chinko Ekun is Back Again!

After his video surfaced online, someone actually said, "so after he sang 'No more insufficient funds' he still suffered from insufficient funds." Nigerians o! 

Oladipo Olamide Emmanuel, popularly known as Chinko Ekun had been on the low for a while. Actually, since his last hit song, Able God. Little did we know he was fighting for his life and fighting to get back on his feet after having a fallout with his former record label, Dek Niyor Entertainment. The fallout led to his being dropped by the label and losing his house and car. In the video where he shared his testimony, he recounted squatting with a friend, sleeping on the floor and even battling depression at some point. 

I got to know Chinko right from his student days at OAU. He was the hottest artist on campus back then. He could literally rap to anything and with anything. People had the habit of giving him random items on the stage, and instantly, he would come up with a rhyme for it. Honestly, that is one side of Chinko I hope we will come to see now that he is back on his feet.

Coming into the limelight, I know he had paid his dues and would do well in the industry. However, life happens. But the good part is, that is over now. He mentioned in the video that he has even fulfilled his dream of buying and using the car that was taken from him by his Record label then.

Here at Epoh Music, we are grateful on behalf of this talented young man. And we hope to see him win more now that he is back. How about a few of his songs to remind you that he is someone to look out for? 

• Calling ft Johnny Drille
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• Shayo
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• Doings ft Zlatan Ibile
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• Mafo
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• Alejo Oran
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• Party Animal
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• Able God ft Zlatan ibile & Lil Kesh

Enjoy!

The Unending Debate Over Beats and Lyrics

 

In the history of Nigerian music, it is believed that artist who have good lyrical game are superior to those who do not. In fact, some people think lyrics is the most important aspect of a song compared to beats. There has always been a stereotype about Nigerian artists being poor in their lyrical game. Recently, there was a post on social media stating that Kizz Daniel's lyrics are poor as he only sings about the same central theme. Asake, the rave of the moment was also tagged as not being creative enough because he sings on the same beat and only changes his lyrics.

We cannot but wonder why this subject is usually up for debate. People like what they like about music. Some hit songs are instrumentals, so there's no lyrics while some are acapella, so there's no instrumental. But they're both good music. Also, there are a lot of hit songs with both instruments and singing where some remember the beat most, and some like it for the lyrical content or the singing.

Both lyrics and beats are products of creativity and they contribute immensely to the success of a song. Without good beats, what would we vibe to in clubs and parties and without thoughtful lyrics, what would we encourage ourselves with when we are served "breakfast".

Neither is more important. They both cater to different situation, event and mood.

No competition or unhealthy comparison, enjoy each creative song produced by any artist and if it doesn't suit your style of music, move on rather than criticize. In truth, a hit song is the combination of both and no single part wins over the other. Whichever maybe more interesting in a song, happens to make a lot of people happy. That's it!.

Anyone who argues otherwise after reading this will "collect wotowoto".

Tiwa Savage's Response To Her Sex Tape: Hit or Miss?

 

In a society like Nigeria where na everyone holy pass except the one caught in the act, Tiwa Savage was verbally murdered when her sex tape video surfaced online. Around October 2022 shortly after she broke the news of the sex tape herself stating that she was being blackmailed by someone.

Amidst the verbal violence on social media, the Afrobeat singer has proven that she isn't just the queen of Afrobeat but of bloggers by referring to the sex tape in her newly released collaboration with Asake titled loaded. She said:

"Awon blogger blogger t'ofe fimi gba star

Sex tape ko le baye mi je"

As usual, Tiwa's reference to the sex tape spurred a fresh argument and narrative on social media street and violence quarters. While some think it is shameful and unreasonable of her to wake the sleeping dog, others are impressed by her action. Quick question,  can any issue be permanently buried on social media? Definitely not, hence, if Tiwa didn't bring up the sex tape issue, someone else would have. Her ability to control the narrative and make jokes with it on and offline is impressive.

The interesting fact is both the violence army against Tiwa and the ever supportive team are all vibing to the songs as loaded proves to be an instant hit, after topping the Nigerian Apple music chart in less than 24 hours of release. While the visual for the song gathered over 1.5 million YouTube views in less than 48 hours. the hit song tops music chart.

Tiwa reference to the sex tape can be seen an interesting crisis management strategy and a punchy return or response to those hating on her. Making a stylish entrance, Tiwa Savage discusses her critics, commenting:

“They wan jot something dem go learn lesson

 Opolopo, I dey carry first t’oba she bala bala, dem go come lesson

 Emi dagboru (Omo labasi)"

Dismissing the impact of the tape, she used the famous line from Black Sheriff's 'Kwaku The Traveller' when she said: “Na who never fuck, hands in the air!”

With this new release, we can affirm that Tiwa savage is nobody's mate and she is the queen of naija music. Loaded was incredible composed and delivered.

7 Movie Soundtracks That Are Bound To Get Us Excited

Everywhere in the world, there is no movie without music. Although I have to say, Indians take their mix of film and music to the next level. In Nigeria, we have a deeply musical culture, but we don't have half-hour dances between our movies. However, we have had movie soundtracks so good that they actually got us dancing. Sometimes these were not actually soundtracks but songs by a character in the movie that went on to be released in audio albums by popular demand. Now this will feel like a throwback because I’m deliberately going for the old movies. So sit back and enjoy the memory rush.

• Nnemo nnemo -Nnena (Super Story WAP series) 
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• You and I will Live as One - Conspiracy (movie)
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• E n shi ere -Emi Ni Ire Kan (movie)
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• This Life - This Life (WAP series)
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• Treasure - A Million Tears (movie)
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• Love m oh Ihunanya -Christ in Me (movie)
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• Igi Aruwe - Igi Aruwe (movie)
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• Askamaya Anthem -Omo Ghetto (movie)

Super Story was a classic series in those days. Not only did they give us great stories back to back, but sometimes they left us with music that remained on our lips long after the story was over. While movie-making has come a long way in Nigeria, I still miss those old days. These days, less attention is paid to movie soundtracks. And I think the culture of soundtracks should be kept alive. 

What movie soundtrack has remained with you to date?

Burna Boy, Rema, Tems and Fireboy DML Making Us Proud on Black Panther

One of the most exciting things fixed for this month is that we finally get to see the much anticipated Blank Panther sequel, Wakanda Forever. But what makes it more interesting for the Nigerian audience is getting to hear our faves representing us on the soundtrack. 

When Rema first revealed on Twitter that he was on the soundtrack of the movie, there was a lot of excitement in the air, with congratulations flying in. But also having Fireboy DML, Tems and Burna Boy is a win I was not expecting at all. 

Nigerian artists are taking Afrobeats to the world, and it is great to see the rest of the world not just embracing our music but also giving platforms to showcase it. While the soundtrack also features many top artists from around the world, having four artists from Nigeria is something to celebrate.

I’d ask whose song you are looking forward to hearing the most, but on second thought, that’s not necessary. This is a big win for all and should be celebrated as one. This message goes out to all stans, abeg let us just celebrate and put vawulence aside.

The soundtracks have been released today, and the movie will start showing in cinemas on the 11th. When you do watch the movie, no spoilers, please. 

Peace and love✌

Ayra Starr: The Nigerian Gen Z Vocal Queen

 

The Nigerian music industry has a fair percentage of female music artists. However, even in their small number, their impact is greatly felt in the Nigerian music scene. Tiwa savage who is graciously representing generation X is the queen of Afrobeat, Tems of generation Y (the millennials), is bagging both international and local music awards and the "Celestial being", whose heart is made of glass and her voice made of gold , Ayra Starr is for The GenZs.

There are quite a number of male GenZ artists doing awesomely well with their music. The likes of Rema, Omah Lay, Joeboy etc. Arya Starr is a Gen z music queen with the fire and sparks that are required for taking over the world with the talents that she has in stock. Her confidence, uniqueness, beauty and vocal strength is so admirable.

Oyinkansola Aderibigbe who is professionally known as Ayra Starr was born on the 14th of June, 2002, and hails from Benin, Edo State. She was raised in Lagos State and was born into a Christian family. Since her breakout in early 2021 after being signed by Mavin Records and later securing an International music deal with Platoon Records, the young superstar has made a mark in few years. She has been nominated and won several awards and she remains the youngest female to have won the next rated award at Headies.

Ayra Starr is a beauty to behold when she pops up on screen with her beautiful voice. GenZs are known for 'no dulling' and Ayra Starr is proudly representing with her music. Like her name suggests, Arya Starr is a Star and a Mega Super Star on stage. She is definitely going to be relevant in the Nigerian music industry for a long time because for talent and voice, e dey rush!. Listen to her music today on Epoh music. I bet you’d love it!