Music
P-Square Calling It Quits Once Again
Just two short years from their highly-publicized and celebrated reunion, the popular Nigerian singing duo Peter and Paul Okoye, known as P-Square are splitting once again, according to AllAfrica.
Peter Okoye (aka Mr. P), publicly criticized his twin brother Paul (aka Rudeboy) in an open letter, calling him out for allegedly repeatedly undermining his contributions to the group, and took to social media to detail the group’s latest fallout.
The lengthy statement provided details around the brothers’ strained relationship with Peter claiming that Paul disrespected him and dismissed his role in their success during interviews, and accuses Paul and their older brother, Jude, of conspiring against him as well as disrespecting his wife.
Paul responded by accusing Peter of instigating the second breakup, claiming that Paul had sent him a text message saying that he no longer wanted to be in P-square, and claims that Peter reported him to Nigerian authorities.
Paul was summoned but later cleared.
The pair launched their successful music career back in 1999 and had been a dominant force in the African music scene for over a decade prior to their first split back in 2016. The two would reconcile following a four-year period in which they were strained and would delight fans in 2021 with a reunion.
There are now reports that Peter Obi is attempting to reconcile and get P-square back together for a third time.
Entertainment
Sony Music Africa Lands Deal with Cruz Global
Sony Music Entertainment has reached a deal with Ghanaian-owned music company Crux Global, which provides digital distribution services to local artists, that will provide support artists that are based in Ghana.
Crux Global is best known for their work on the release of Sugarcane (Remix) featuring Camidoh, King Promise, Darkoo, and Mayorkun.
Sony Music says that the partnership comprises three “distinct tiers of support for emerging talent through to established artists”, and their distribution company ‘The Orchard’ is set to handle a ‘Distribution Tier’ that they say “empowers independent artists in Ghana with the tools and resources needed for global distribution.”
Sony says that a “Full-Service Tier” will provide a “comprehensive full-service to artists under Sony Music Africa” including production, marketing, and distribution.
Additionally, there will be a “Catalogue Music Tier” that Sony says will bring “timeless catalogs” to Streaming Platforms to “ensure the rich musical heritage of renowned Ghanaian artists is preserved and accessible to new generations of music fans”.
“We are excited to partner with Crux to tap into the incredible pool of talent in Ghana,” Sony Music Africa’s Sean Watson said in an official announcement. “This represents a significant step forward in our mission to support artists at every stage of their career and to bring the Ghanaian sound to a global audience.”
“This partnership with Sony Music marks a pivotal moment for the music industry in Ghana” Ike Otoo Arhin, Co-Founder of Crux Global added.
“By combining our local expertise with Sony Music’s global reach, we are confident that we can provide unparalleled opportunities for both emerging and established artists in Ghana” Kofi Kyei, Co-Founder of Crux Global commented.
Music
Chike Ezekpeazu Osebuka Surprises Social Media Troll with Gift
Nigerian singer Chike Ezekpeazu Osebuka took a whole new approach when dealing with online trolls on social media, specifically a troll he had to deal with on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) – give them a gift.
The only troll had been slamming Chike’s music and saying that he owed his success to the late artist, Mohbad following the release of a video Chike made by commenting – “mohbad made you” leading to a series of exchanges between the two.
While it seemed like anger would prevail, Chike actually ended up offering to send the angry person N1 million to help with his hunger and his lack of success, and actually followed through on the process by sending the money over.
Chike shared a receipt of the transaction stating – “I know say na hunger. Hunger boy, Oya and eat”
Music
Victor Abbey Blessed Aims To Spread Joy, Address Important Issues with Music
Rising music star Victor Abbey Blessed, also known as VaB, who is from the Degema area of Rivers State, says that he is creating music that not only spreads joy to others but also addresses important issues.
VaB, who is signed to Chrome Entertainment, talking about his work during the unveiling of his EP called ‘Surprise You’ last week. The new album comes with six premier tracks including ‘Close Eye, Portable, Shake Am, Diego, Raise Am, and Grind’ in a follow up to his debut song ‘Jeje’ back in 2023.
“My music goes beyond entertaining listeners to addressing major issues in society, especially in a place like Nigeria where people face challenges of all kinds on a daily basis” VaB said, according to the Daily Trust.
“As much as my sound spreads joy among the people, it also touches on important issues affecting them in order to offer hope and inspiration to those who may feel weighed down by different situations.
“My new body of work with all six tracks is distinct in message and effect on listeners.
“Apart from showcasing my talent as an artiste through each song, my EP is a testament to the fact that great music resides in Port Harcourt, where I am based, and we are always ready to share it with the world.
“My dream is to put Nigerian music on the global map like never previously seen before. In collaboration with the management of Chrome Entertainment, I am working hard every day to improve on my craft and take my place among the very best in the industry.”
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