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DJ Double D Opens Assault Case Against Da Les And Cuts Ties With Him!

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DJ Double D Opens Assault Case Against Da Les And Cuts Ties With Him! In a wake of shocking and unpleasant news, DJ Double D released an official statement indicating that he will be cutting ties with Da Les. This came after the prominent South African DJ claimed that he was assaulted by the well-decorated SA Hip hop chanter. There is a video of the assault that is doing the rounds on social media and at the time of writing it is still unclear what triggers this unfortunate incident.

The two prominent figures in the SA Hip hop industry have been working well together in the past years. His firm, North Side DJ Tool, hip-hop DJ  Double D  has helped to shape and transform the music industry scenario by giving a platform that has been assisting and nurturing young artists and producers in a huge manner.

This clearly shows how big he is in the hip hop game, and working with Da Les has been a good addition to his craft.

Their vibrant project came out last year when they produced an album Caution To The Wild  that shook the airwaves and caught the SA hip hop audiences by storm. However, this recent debacle between the two will not sit well with most stakeholders in the SA Hip hop game.

Doubled D stated that he does not want to discuss the situation because he needs time to recover from the horrific event and asked everyone to respect this situation as he want the matter to be resolved in a professional manner.

“I would like to confirm that I will be cutting all ties with @2freshles I kindly ask everyone to respect my privacy during this tough time. I will continue to work through my own company Mount Blanc Media & would like to assure all my other clients that we continue as normal,” he tweeted.

As it stands, there are more questions than answers in regards to this issue, and most fans of these two prominent music figures have been trying to make sense of this whole situation. Despite the fact that the DJ did not go into depth about what happened, several of his followers have expressed their support in the comments area on his Twitter post including DJ Zan-D and Sean Pages.

You’ve been brothers for so long, I’m sure you guys can handle this differently. Anyway I hope you’re ok bro!,” Zan D reacted whilst Sean Pages tried to find a bit of humor in the situation.

Vault Hill names M.I Abaga as Creative Director

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He currently serves as the CEO of TASCK – a creative agency committed to changing the world with electrifying ideas that creates visibility for individuals and organisations.

Nigeria 29th October 2021 – M.I Abaga – Africa’s #1 rap artist has been named creative director of Vault Hill, overseeing the creative direction of the human-centric metaverse and NFT marketplace product lines of the organisation. M.I Abaga will take a “hands-on approach” working closely with the product and growth teams at Vault Hill to build a metaverse designed to make you feel more human.

M.I Abaga is a multi-award winning rap artist with an impeccable track record not just as a creative, but also as a leader. Having started off as a rap artist with Chocolate City, a record label based in Nigeria, he rose to become the CEO of the label where he spearheaded a major partnership with Warner Music Group.

The partnership brought more exposure to the African music scene and created a platform where African talents could showcase themselves to the world. He currently serves as the CEO of TASCK – a creative agency committed to changing the world with electrifying ideas that creates visibility for individuals and organisations.

“The addition of M.I Abaga to our executive team is a step in the right direction to pivot our brand and metaverse for growth, foster our culture, values and ethos as an organisation”. Jimi Daodu, Vault Hill’s CEO said. “His charisma, poetic vision and creativity are the qualities that make him perfect for us at Vault Hill. M.I Abaga was a natural choice for us, we are pleased to have him on board and we look forward to what is to come”.

With a passion fused with creativity and technology, M.I Abaga was part of the Binance 100 Creators campaign that promoted innovative creators from around the world and showcased NFT pieces across different cultures. By joining Vault Hill, M.I Abaga has taken a step further in becoming a true ambassador of innovation in the creative space.

M.I Abaga said “In the age of digitization and cutting edge technology, creativity in business precipitates uniqueness and I am honoured to be joining Vault Hill as the Creative Director. Together we will transform the way humans interact in a virtual world

As Vault Hill works towards launching both its Metaverse and NFT marketplace, M.I Abaga is well-positioned to lead the creative direction of these product lines and also serve as a bridge between the organisation and creatives globally.

Vault Hill aims to create the first extended reality metaverse focusing on themes of the basic human instincts, such as curiosity, imagination, community, idealism, vitality, romance, and play. M.I Abaga’s creativity and public image will go a long way in bringing this to fruition.

Lucasraps on Why Some Of The Best Rappers Come From KZN

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Lucasraps Reveals Why Some Of The Best Rappers Come From KZN. Some of the countries hottest rappers hail from KwaZulu Natal, the spotlight has definitely been on the 031 in 2021. One of the hottest SA Hip Hop acts at the moment, Blxckie hails from the coastal province. It will always be a battle as to which province has produced the hottest rappers. The ongoing debate always sparks some interesting comments on the streets. Recently Lucasraps who hails from KZN recently weighed in on the hot debate after a Twitter user asked, why do the best rappers hail from KZN or PTA.

Lucasraps is proud of hailing from the province and despite him staying in the City Of Gold, he knows where his roots are. The rapper even titled his debut album, 031 To The World. Lucasraps shared the secret as to why the province has such talented artists. According to the Slide hitmaker, the secret is in the water, as he claims that there is something different in it. “The water in Durban is just different,” remarked the rapper. One Twitter user claimed that may be the cause for all the heat in KZN is because the rappers all sleep in jeans.

Rapper Loki, who is signed to K.O’s record label Skhanda World remarked that high expectations are a thing in KZN and the bar is very high. “High expectations is part of the culture in KZN …if you’re lame , sok’tshela,” said Loki. The debate of where the best rappers hail will always get people talking, other Twitter users argued that artists only make it to the mainstream when they move to Johannesburg. This could be possibly true as Lucasraps himself made it after he made the big move to Jozi. Lucasraps lied his way to the big city, the young rapper at the time was recording music with DJ Maphorisa. Lucasraps lied to the hit producer about his parents granting him permission to move to Johannesburg, but this was not the case. Luckily Lucasraps’ parents managed to forgive him.

Blxckie has also admitted that moving to Joburg helped his career, in an interview with Breakroom Africa, Blxckie revealed that he might have not made had he not have been ‘stuck’ in Joburg. Blxckie found himself in Joburg when the national lockdown was placed last year in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. “If I had any chance of making it, I needed to be in Joburg. It’s where all the other artists and producers are and everything just happens at a faster pace if you have the drive and work ethic,” shared Blxckie with the publication.

Zambian rapper Bow Chase drops new single “No Stress”

Gifted Zambian rap artist, Bow Chase thrills his fans with a new astounding record called “No Stress“, as one of 2021 debut singles, which is a potential hit jam, very easy to the ears, the rapper, took out his time, to compose this record dope record produced by Sokatowa Beats.

Bow Chase, came through with this number, after serving fans with “Belegede” featuring the king Slapdee. All he does is to be giving fans good music, without resting, showing them that music is in his DNA and no one can take it away from him..

MEDIKAL GRANTED GHS 100K BAIL; LOSES MTN GIG

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Samuel Adu Frimpong, widely known as Medikal who got remanded for 5 days after brandishing a gun on social media has reportedly been granted a GHc100,000 bail by the court with one surety.

Medikal was arrested on Thursday night by the police for brandishing a gun in a viral video sighted on social media. He was arraigned before the court for five days at the Ankaful Maximum Prison in the Central region.

Earlier, it was reported that the rapper has been replaced by the Lynx Entertainment signee, Kuami Eugene for the Suncity Fest’21 musical concert in Sunyani.

He was billed along with Kelvyn Boy but unfortunately, organizers had to postpone the show due to Medikal’s current predicament.

Loose Kaynon returns with introspect, wins, euphoria and quality on ‘Survivor’s Remorse’

Loose Kaynon has taken the long road to reach this zenith. An Edo State indigene bred in Kaduna State, he came to Lagos as a teenager in the early 2000s. Since he released his impressive debut album on Chocolate City, he has co-founded 100 Crowns with his friend and partner-in-crime, AQ and they have launched the now successful career of Blaqbonez.

He also swapped his role at Chocolate City for being an Exec at AFRICORI. On August 28, 2021, he got married to his heartthrob. Long story short, Loose Kaynon is winning – and so is Joakin Ikazoboh. But before all of these, he created Wax Lyrical, a performance platform for Rap music, which used to be held at Koko Lounge.

In every way, he is an OG, who is loved and respected by many. In 2018, he released Crown, a collaborative album with AQ and it was nominated for Best Rap Album at the Headies. Due to his beard and alpha male traits, he walks into a room and everybody takes notice. He also talks confidently and swaggers with purpose.

If you know him and his story, you will understand the long, gruesome route that brought him to this point. For these reasons, you will understand why his latest album is titled, Survivor’s Remorse.

LadiPoe features Fireboy DML on new single, ‘Running’

Ladipoe’s international growth skyrocketed after the success of his recent single ‘Feeling’ alongside breakthrough vocalist BUJU spread across the globe.

Running’ featuring Fireboy DML ahead of his highly anticipated EP next month. Designed to uplift, the instantly contagious song merges Poe’s powerful rap flow and delivery with an anthemic chorus from Fireboy. With production driven by Andre Vibez, Running’ reflects Poe’s musical DNA incorporating his poignant penship and feel-good spirit.

Ladipoe’s international growth skyrocketed after the success of his recent single ‘Feeling’ alongside breakthrough vocalist BUJU spread across the globe.

The track broke records racking up over 80M streams in addition to being the first song in Nigeria to go to No.1 on YouTube without a video. Global impact of the track contributed to a well-earned BET Awards Nomination for Best International Flow which he narrowly missed out on to Little Simz.

Celebrating the success of ‘Feeling’, this summer he spent weeks in the UK immersing himself in the culture, connecting with in demand rapper Millionz before joining Mavin Records label mate Rema on stage at All Points East before returning back to Lagos.

Growing up, Poe had a very different life set out for him, he studied a double major and masters in the US, in North Carolina with the intention of becoming a doctor. It wasn’t until a friend sent him a beat that his obsession for music and writing lyrics began, and the rest they say is history.

He was there at the inception of the highly regarded Alté scene, and has since worked with the likes of Tems, Teni, Falz, Crayon, Simi to name a few. LADIPOE has succeeded in switching things up and changing the narrative surrounding rappers from Nigeria. His lyrics make him stand out within the global rap scene and his lyrics never fail to invoke a reaction.

Kwame Yesu & Ghanaian Stallion taps Ypee for Ma’sem off their upcoming Project “Brought The Rage”

ReBo Tribe’s Kwame Yesu links up again with frequent collaborator Ghanaian Stallion, alongside Ypee of the Asakaa drill community for their first single “MA’SEM” off their forthcoming joint project.

Best known for his most recent song “Anadwo” which featured Black Sherif (known for his hard hitting street anthems mouthed by everyone in the Accra City “First Sermon” and “Second Sermon”) both songs produced by Ghanaian Stallion and Mimlife Records’ Kimilist (who’s also had a drill record with Yesu and Yaw TOG titled “Sika”).

Stallion’s production with an amazing sample of a funky trumpet and string flip, Kwame Yesu speaks point blank on wanting to do his thing and be on the  move with his work uninterrupted while YPee wittingly lets naysayers know that their efforts to bring him down are looking shaky and will turn out unsuccessful eventually. Definitely a song deserving of as many spins as possible, put on playlists and worthy of being the type you’d want to have rights to holding the aux cord.

Stream MA’SEM all digital platforms  
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Official Music video out now! 
https://youtu.be/zL4HGzZ9T7M

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Medikal arrested for brandishing a gun on social media

Ghanaian rapper Samuel Adu Frimpong, known on stage as Medikal, has been reportedly arrested by the Ghana Police for allegedly brandishing a gun on social media.

Reports by Hitz FM say Medikal is currently in the grips of Police.

Medikal, together with his wife, Fella Makafui, were at the Accra Regional Police Command charge office today.

The rapper was at the Accra Circuit Court earlier today to support his remanded “Godfather” Shatta Wale.

Shatta Wale and two others; Nana Dope and Gangee were all denied bail in court today.

Bishop Stephen Akwasi Appiah who gave the false prophecy, on the other hand, was denied bail by the court. He is being charged with causing fear and panic. He is also to reappear on October 25, 2021.

The Accra Regional Criminal Investigation Department has also written to the manager of Accra Fm, the radio station whose platform the Bishop used for the prophecies, to release a copy of the recorded program.

The host, Nana Romeo has also been invited to assist Police in the investigation. He is to report on October 22, 2021 at 10:00 am.

 

Cassper Explains Why He Doesn’t Enjoy Performing In Clubs

Cassper Explains Why He Doesn’t Enjoy Performing In Clubs. The Covid-19 pandemic has really changed the way things are done, especially when it comes to the events space. Rapper, producer and entrepreneur Cassper Nyovest is known to give crowd-pleasing performances and is best known for his fill-up concerts, which are known for selling out. The popular artist recently took to social media to reflect on how he doesn’t enjoy performing in the clubs.

The club scene in South Ah is currently booming as the country opens up more acts are being booked to perform at the hottest spots. Cassper now that he has returned home is booked and busy it seems he is not enjoying it so much. The popular rapper explained to his fanbase that he would rather perform festivals or his own stadium shows than at the club. Cassper detailed that people at the clubs are looking to hear music and dance as opposed to really watching performances from artists.

The multi-award-winning rapper also expressed that he can’t wait till the country gets to a point where Covid is over and things could pick up again. “I don’t enjoy performing in clubs like I enjoyed playing at festivals and my own stadium shows. People in the club aren’t really there to see performances. They want to hear music and dance. I really can’t wait to we over covid, I feel we have even forgotten how dangerous it is,” shared Cassper. The club scene is certainly not for all artists, last year Kwesta returned to club performances after bowing out in July 2019. The rapper took the decision to stop performing at clubs, as stages were small to set everything up for his performances. “It’s too small to set everything up, so I’ve decided to stop doing those kind of gigs. I want to give everyone a show they deserve, unless the club can provide that type of setup,” Kwesta explained at the time.

“I don’t enjoy performing in clubs like I enjoyed playing at festivals and my own stadium shows. People in the club aren’t really there to see performances. They want to hear music and dance. I really can’t wait to we over covid, I feel we have even forgotten how dangerous it is.

— Don Billiato (@casspernyovest)

October 18, 2021”

Several big music events had to be cancelled or postponed due to the pandemic, this resulted in event space taking a huge knock. Iconic venues such as the Ticketpro Dome found themselves having to close their doors and sell the popular event’s venue due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The closure of the venue was sad news for many South Africans, especially Cassper who still had plans to return to the venue for yet another fill-up concert. “This hurts. wanted to do 1 more show there when the country opens. I’m not okay,” tweeted the rapper in reaction to the closure.