This Throwback Thursday, we honor the incredible journey of Alexander Abolore Adegbola Akande, better known as 9ice. Born on January 17, 1980, 9ice has become a significant figure in the Nigerian music scene, known for his powerful use of the Yoruba language, proverbial lyrics, and unique delivery style. Early Life 9ice was born in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, into a polygamous family with five wives and nine children. He grew up […]
Funmi Adams, born Funmilayo Comfort Olufunmilayo Adams, is a notable figure in the Nigerian entertainment scene. Hailing from Lagos State, Nigeria, she was born on April 11, 1966. Funmi is celebrated for her remarkable contributions to the Nigerian music industry as a singer, songwriter, and actress.
Sound Sultan, born Olanrewaju Abdul-Ganiu Fasasi, was a multi-talented Nigerian artist known for his impactful music and versatile talents.
Nico Mbarga, known as Prince Nico Mbarga, was a Cameroonian-Nigerian highlife musician, born in Abakaliki, Nigeria. His hit song "Sweet Mother" remains the best-selling African song.
Bongos Ikwue, born on June 6, 1942, in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria, is a renowned Nigerian musician. Known for his unique style that blends highlife, folk, and blues, Ikwue has left an indelible mark on Nigerian music.
Stella Monye, a prominent figure in the Nigerian music scene, was born on December 22, 1958. During the late 1970s and 1980s, Monye gained widespread recognition with her unique blend of Afrobeat, reggae, and pop music.
Kehinde Lijadu (22 October 1948 – 9 November 2019) and Taiwo Lijadu (born 22 October 1948) were identical twin sisters from Nigeria who performed as the Lijadu Sisters from the mid-1960s to the 1980s.
Fashek wasn't just a reggae icon, he was a genre-bender! He mixed reggae with rock and indigenous Nigerian sounds, creating his unique "kpangolo" style. This innovative spirit made him a true musical trailblazer.
This Throwback Thursday, we take a trip down memory lane to celebrate the legendary Eedris Abdulkareem (@abdulkareemeedris)! A true pioneer of Nigerian music, Eedris' legacy continues to inspire and influence generations of artists.
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