“U“sually, when Obodoechina “Obi” Asika is interviewed by mainstream media, there is an overwhelming focus on his accomplishments in Africa’s music industry. This makes sense. Afterall, his contributions to the industry is precisely why he was inducted at the 2008 Hip-Hop World Awards into Nigeria’s Music Hall of Fame. However, there is more to the Asika …
New Year, Powerful You!
‘Tis the season for self-evaluation and new beginnings. What better time to unlock and harness the power you hold within, especially on this special day January 11th, 2011! Try these five tips to make 2011 all that it can be and more. SET THE DATE How many times have you put off finishing your degree, …
Teresa Clarke, Passion For Africa and Ladybrille Woman of the Month (Ladybrille Exclusive)
“Teresa Clarke had the fame, money and respect that came with working for Goldman Sachs, one of the largest global investment banking and securities firm in the world. She had worked hard and finally earned a highly coveted spot in the firm as a Managing Director in the investment banking division. At a glance, while …
Editor’s Note: Step Into Your Greatness in 2011!
“I“had to get off the boat so I could walk on water . . . difficult takes a day, impossible takes a week . . . ,” raps Jay-Z in the remix of Kanye West’s hit song “Diamonds are Forever.” The lyrics above are that of a man who despite the odds and obstacles, BELIEVED …
Ladybrille Music: Frakas Mo’Fire ft. Flavour N’Abania ‘Mo’ Fire-Fukka Fukka Fukka’
Latest music sensation Flavour N’Abania collaborates with New York based music and film producer Frakas Mo’fire for this reggae styled hit ‘Mo’ fire-Fukka Fukka Fukka.’ Flavour recently wrapped up his first US tour stopping in Dallas, Houston and New York to perform. While in New York he produced this song which he tells us is …
15 African Breakout Artists of the Year: Nneka, Ice Prince, Navio, Jojo, Diamond, X.O Senavoe & More!
2010 has been a terrific year for African music and its music industry. As a quick recap, the first World Cup held on African soil put African music center stage in the homes of millions, if not trillions across the globe. Who could forget K’naan’s ‘Wavin’ Flag’ or ‘Time for Africa’ by Shakira featuring South …