“Jigayehu ‘Gigi’ Shibawbaw, one of Ethiopia’s best-known singers, is releasing her latest album Mesgana Ethiopia on October 19th through MOD Technologies, the label founded by Grammy-winner Bill Laswell (who has collaborated with countless legends from Mick Jagger to Laurie Anderson to Tony Williams). This release features Gigi singing her original songs mixed with some Ethiopian …
Duro Olowu, Spring/Summer 2011
Well constructed colorful print dresses, tops and pants; and a woman who is selective about shopping for clothes is what Duro Olowu had in mind for Spring/Summer 2011. His S/S collection is bound to turn heads when you are caught in them. Check out some of our favorites which he showed at the recently completed London …
Bezemymalian Launches New Online Retail Store
African inspired label Bezemymalian launches an online retail store where the Bezemymalian-Ladybrille woman can now shop. A little bit about the brand, “Parisian duo Bezem and Mailan, hence the label name BezemYMailan, intend to make their mark on the fashion scene with their innovative fusion of ethnic and contemporary design. The duo, who have known …
The Social Network Film Review: Damning Bio-Pic Recounts Rise of Ruthless Facebook Founder
In case you’re wondering what inspired camera shy Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) to make a rare public appearance on Oprah last week to give a $100 million charitable donation to the City of Newark, you need to look no further than The Social Network to find a plausible answer. For this damning bio-pic portrays the …
eLDee, Banky W, Omotola, Chidi Mokeme Reveal Life of Showbiz on Moments with Mo'
Nigeria’s celebrities: musicians eLDee, Banky W, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde (also Actress) and actor Chidi Mokeme reveal what it is really like to be in show business on Moments with Mo’. The episode airs on Tuesday 5th of October 2010 on MNet West Africa by 9:30pm with repeat broadcasts on the same channel on Wednesdays by …
Comedian Basketmouth's 1Million Naira "Lord Of The Ribs" 2010 Competition
Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth riding off the success of his show earlier in the year ‘Lord of The Ribs’ prepares to debut another edition of the annual comedy concert. The event will be held on the 10th day of October, 2010 at the deluxe, 5000-seater Expo Centre of the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. ‘Lord …