Rema, Tems, Asake, Davido, nominated [FULL LIST]

Rema, Tems, Asake, Davido, nominated [FULL LIST]

Nigerian music stars Rema, Tems, Asake, and Davido have received nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards. The Recording Academy announced the nominations on Friday during a live broadcast monitored by PREMIUM TIMES. The nominations were unveiled by a lineup of presenters including Hayley Williams, Billie Joe Armstrong, Gayle King, Kirk Franklin, Kylie Minogue, and Victoria … Read more

Tyla defeats Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Tems, wins Best Afrobeats music video

Tyla defeats Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Tems, wins Best Afrobeats music video

The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) winners have been announced. The award event was held on Wednesday at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, United States. South African rising star Tyla was announced winner of “Best Afrobeats” Music Video, with her hit song “Water” beating Burna Boy, Ayra Starr and Tems. The event, … Read more

Pheelz, Ebuka, Cobhams, DJ Spinall, others attend VMAs Nominees Party in Lagos (PHOTOS)

Pheelz, Ebuka, Cobhams, DJ Spinall, others attend VMAs Nominees Party in Lagos (PHOTOS)

The 2024 MTV Video Music Award (VMA) Nominees Party held at the US Consulate in Lagos over the weekend, was an electrifying night of Afrobeats excellence. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Pheelz, Cohbams, Director Pink, E-Money, Leo Dasilva, Fiokee, Dorathy Bachor, Uti Nwachukwu, Saskay, VJ Adams, and Candy Bleakz were some of the event’s guests. The event, themed … Read more

Rema, Tems make Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist

Rema, Tems make Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist

Nigerian music stars Rema and Tems have proudly secured a spot on former US president Barrack Obama’s Summer playlist, a testament to the global recognition of their talent. As part of Obama’s years-long tradition of sharing lists of his favourite books, music, and movies twice a year, the 44-track playlist is a fascinating reflection of … Read more

Tems shines, Asake, Ayra Starr, others lose out (FULL WINNERS LIST)

Tems shines, Asake, Ayra Starr, others lose out (FULL WINNERS LIST)

Nigerian music star Tems has defeated gospel heavyweights Kirk Franklin, CeCe Winans and Maverick City to win the Dr. Bobby Jones “Best Gospel/Inspirational Award” at the 2024 BET Awards. The event was held on Sunday at the Peacock Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles. Traditionally dominated by gospel singers, the category saw a shift this year … Read more

In “Born in the Wild,” Tems delivers captivating blend of resilience, vulnerability

In “Born in the Wild,” Tems delivers captivating blend of resilience, vulnerability

Being “born in the wild” is a crucial part of natural life, where animals start without human influence. This experience shapes them early on, giving them essential survival instincts. In the wild, newborns must rapidly learn to find food, evade predators, and move through their environment. This early self-reliance also builds resilience and adaptability through … Read more

Oritsefemi vs ex-wife, Davido’s lawyer’s sack, Wummi’s sister’s apology, other top entertainment stories last week

Oritsefemi vs ex-wife, Davido’s lawyer’s sack, Wummi’s sister’s apology, other top entertainment stories last week

How my ex-wife asked her friends to beat me up – Oritsefemi Singer Oritsefemi, in an interview with Chude Jideonwo, alleged that his ex-wife, Nabila Fash, sent about twenty of her friends to beat him up in his house. The ‘Igbeyawo’ hitmaker claimed Fash had several failed pregnancies but still held him responsible for their … Read more

In ‘Love me Jeje’, Tems beautifully bridges gap between three generations

In ‘Love me Jeje’, Tems beautifully bridges gap between three generations

Tems is back with her lovely sound in her new single, “Love Me Jeje,” from the anticipated album “Born in the Wild.” The release of this single arouses expectations of what the album will be, considering the relationship between being ‘Born in the Wild’ and the desire to be loved ‘jeje ‘, a Nigerian slang … Read more

Tinubu congratulates Burna Boy, Davido, Tems, others for Grammy nomination

Tinubu congratulates Burna Boy, Davido, Tems, others for Grammy nomination

President Bola Tinubu heartily congratulates Nigeria’s musical talents nominated for the 2024 Grammy Awards: Burna Boy, Davido, Olamide, Tems, Asake, and Ayra Starr. President Tinubu celebrates these musical marvels who have put Nigeria on the chart of cultural command through their artistry and anthemic earworms, building and earning our nation enormous soft power. The president … Read more

Asake, Davido, Olamide, Tems make Obama’s Favourite Music of 2023 list

Rema, Tems make Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist

Former United States President Barack Obama has once again curated a diverse and global music playlist for his favourite tunes in 2023. This year’s selection, released via his X handle, featured prominent Nigerian music stars such as Davido, Burna Boy, Tems, Asake, and Olamide. It is the second time Nigerian singers will make Mr Obama’s … Read more