Nigerian-bornD’Banjhas been riding high ever since the success of his playful 2012 summer smash “Oliver Twist”—which also features on this 12-track album,King Don Come. The singer/songwriter, entrepreneur and TV host delivers fresh hits our way too, harmonising with Afrobeats heavyweights Wande Coal and Harrysong on the irresistibly twitchy album opener “It’s Not a Lie”. Gucci Mane lends swagger to the driving, determined “El Chapo”, while the syncopated beats of “Emergency” permeate the track with an energised, contemporary feel. Switching things up, D’Banj also explores his softer side on the floor filler “Be With You”.


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The King Don Come! D’Banj enlists american rapper Radric Delantic Davis, known by his stage name Gucci Mane and one of the most respected vocalists in Africa – Wande Coal for his new single. D’Banj titles this ‘El Chapo, and he did well by dropping the official music video alongside the audio.

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As King Bangalee, D’Banj adds 1 more year today, the “Super Star” gears towards the release of a new video. In D’Banj’s words, Everything I am is from you Lord… And this Video is dedicated to you the Real #Superstar #ifnobeGod See teaser to the new video as directed by MattMax below as we anticipate the official release.

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Dbanj is about ready to drop a new  video, and we’re happy to bring you some pictures from his video shoot. The single is titled, Super Star, and the video is being directed by Matt Max, Dbanj’s stylish look is courtesy of Jeremiah Ogbodo of SwankyJerry.

The moment fun lovers in Nigeria have been waiting for is here, and to further thrill guests and deliver a world class entertainment experience, organizers of the event- Eclipse Live Africa, have announced that the koko Master – D’banj will be headlining the festival, leading a star studded line up of music acts and DJs billed to thrill festival goers. D’banj leads an all-star cast made up some of the continents most talented music acts namely, Tiwa Savage, Phyno, Timaya, Dj Obi, South Africa’s very own K.O and Ricky Rick, Yemi Alade to mention just about a few. The gates of Eko Atlantic will open at 12 noon to festival goers and revelers alike.

 The Football and Volleyball tournaments which kicks off at 1pm would see celebrity team face off with the fans team in a winner takes all intrigue filled contest . Followed immediately is the Music all day and Main Stage which begins at 4:30pm with amazing performances from superstar lineup of artists and DJs.
Get ticket information at www.gidifest.com, and Eko Hotel and Silverbird Galleria. The show will be streamed live on www.gidifest.com,powered by Hyperia and UN1TY TV. This is a feature by Gidi Culture.

DB Records General D’banj gives us the official remix to his previous single titled “Knocking On My Door” and he featured Musical Taliban on this one Oritse Femi. With Production Credit to DeeVee. check it out.

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Straight from the Lee Temple, D’KINGS MEN/DB all stars run through a 2Kriss produced beat with Eja Nla in front row. The tune has 2Kriss, Kayswitch and newly wedded Tonto Dikeh a.k.a Pokolee.

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The stage is set and it is finally here, the Koko Master D’banj has short-listed his top 5 finalists from his “The King Is Here” rap competition. In early August, D’banj announced that he would be running “The King Is Here” rap competition which has so far received a lot of followership, the competition is slowly running to a conclusion as the pop star gears up to announce the winner.

Here are the instagram accounts of the finalist; Officialbils, aonethalyricist, itsme_itse, ola_dips and tushkido
You can vote for your preferred finalist by clicking on their instagram page and liking their photos that will be reposted on D'Banj's page, the finalist with the most likes will be announced as the winner by D’banj himself.

D’Banj the Koko Master earlier today shared a throwback picture of himself with Kanye West and the G.O.O.D music crew during a video shoot for multi award winning single “Mercy” off the Cruel Summer album which he featured in as a member of the record label in 2012. He captioned it, “no be today.” D’Banj made headlines continent wide when it was announced he was signed with the Hip Hop label donned by Kanye West and it has gone on to become a highlight in the the career of the 2015 MAMA Evolution award winner. This also marked the start of a end of an era for the artiste as his relationship with ex-business partner, Don Jazzy broke down irretrievably presumably as a result of the move. While he moved on solo with his DKM Music label, Don Jazzy also went to start Mavin Records.

Kokomaster, D’Banj hit one million Youtube milestone with his music video Feeling The Nigga featuring Akon. “A million thanks to a million fans who are #feelingthenikka . Ooosshheee,” he wrote on his instagram account in appreciation to fans. The video was first seen in February, exactly eight months ago and is believed to have benefitted generously from the popularity of Akon. The original version of the song which was released in January is getting close to hitting the 800,000 mark.

 This would be the first video by the musician to reach the one million milestone in 2015. The other two closest big hits which are within earshot of 800,000 include Feeling The Nigga and Knocking On My Door. The singer is at the moment undergoing a tour of Australia that will take him to different cities across the European country.

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Nigeria's leading digital and print magazine – Tush Magazine is proud to announce the official release of its 11th issue featuring BANKY W and DBANJ the Ciroc Boys of Nigeria on its covers. The double cover magazine interestingly features two male personalities who against all odds have remained relevant in the Nigeria Music Industry allowing them seal numerous mouth-watering endorsements from local and international brands.

Also featured in this issue are exclusive interviews with DJ SPINALL, DJ CUPPY, DEBOLA LAGOS, FALZ, ZAINAB BALOGUN, MOE MUSA and TAYO of the popular 24 APPAREL amongst several events, interesting and educating articles. Tush Magazine is available on digital and print versions; The digital version is available across several online platforms, while over 10,000 glossy print copies will be distributed across major cities in Nigeria for free after its traditional “Meet and Greet” event where readers and fans can get free autographed copies of the magazines and photograph sessions with its issue 11 personalities.

Download Tush Magazine Issue 11 directly: http://bit.ly/tm11download

All enquiries/partnership/sponsorship requests as regards its “Meet & Greet” event should be directed to the editor via: editor@tushmagazine.com.ng You can also connect with Tush Magazine on these platforms: www.facebook.com/tushmagazinenig, www.twitter.com/tushmagazinenig, www.tushmagazine.com.ng

On Sunday night at his Fortyfied concert, music legend 2face Idibia pleaded with D’banj and his estranged partner Don Jazzy to consider reuniting with a view to treat their fans to something better. 2face begged them in the name of God, to do just one more song together. This happened right after D’banj had performed a song he did with 2face ‘I’m Feeling Good’ which was produced by Don Jazzy. Apparently impressed by the output, 2face told both of them openly: “Don Jazzy and D’banj, abeg make una do one more song, just one. I take God beg una.” D’banj responded saying: “Sure! It’s going to happen”.

D’Banj has reacted to earlier reports that he was robbed in Apapa by a group of people suspected to be street urchins. According to a statement just released by his PR handlers, Bobby Taylor, the singer was ‘mobbed’ not ‘robbed’. The statement said, “What was wrongly reported as an attack by a mob of thugs was actually a mob of fans who had been eagerly waiting to see the Koko Master in person as he exited a factory in Apapa where he had been shooting a commercial. “The crowd of close to a thousand were chanting and shouting songs from his yet to be released EP and lines such as “Baba Confidential” “Baba, who is knocking on Ur door” and “Baba we feeling the nikka”. “The new songs from his EP have obviously entered the streets and a close source stated that “the love was real!” The Visual EP titled “An Epic Journey” premières worldwide on September 28th while the Pre-sale kicks off this weekend on iTunes.

Nigerian entertainer, D’banj, was reportedly attacked by area boys last Saturday, at Tin Can Port, Lagos.According to the singer, he showed up for a video shoot in a Toyota RAV 4 with registration number KJA6158BE. Eyewitness accounts state that, as soon as the area boys laid their eyes on him, they demanded he settle them with cash but before he could speak a word, they deflated his tyres! Knowing he could not overpower the area boys who numbered over 50, D’banj, disembarked and they had escorted him to an ATM where he withdrew an undisclosed sum to settle them.

However, the area boys refused to disperse and stripped him of his wristwatch and other jewellery including his shoes. They only left him alone after police men came to his rescue.According to an eyewitness who spoke to Entertainer: “I’m so excited, D’banj came to Tin Can Island to shoot a video and guys saw him. They burst his tires and held him hostage. He had to embrace every one of them and later he took them to an ATM where he withdrew some cash for them and shared among them. I love D’banj; it’s good to be a star.”

Bangalee, D’Banj is gearing the up to release his most anticipated music video, ‘Frosh’ featuring international super star, Akon. Frosh is another video off D’Banj’s visual EP and it’s classy.

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In the Nigerian music industry, it’s common knowledge that to stay relevant, an artiste needs to churn out hits intermittently. As our market is a singles driven market, people tend to judge and forget any artiste who hasn’t had a song on everyone’s lips in as long as a year. So every artiste that must stay relevant needs to have at least 4 monster jam every year. Do this and you can trust that you will be getting your shows and endorsements. If you don’t do this then, I’m sorry. Now to my hard task of listing 5 Artistes who are desperately in need of a hit.

5. Dammy 

Krane Dammy krane is an artist who for the most part of his career he has been almost there. Everyone recognizes that he has talent but that’s pretty much it. He just seems that there’s something stopping him from being A-list. He has so many great songs but none of them has really hit the spot. Amin did quite well but as I said it didn’t hit that spot. Dammy Krane desperately needs a hit, not just a hit but a club hit, otherwise he can get ready to kiss his spot goodbye

4. 9ice 

Definitely the most promising act of our time. Arguably the one of the closest Nigerians to winning a grammy with Gongo Aso and Street Credibility. Unfortunately, he seems to have gone on a downward spiral from there. He has released about 3 or so albums since then and nothing has seems to latch on for the super-talented artiste. He is in desperate need of a hit if he doesn’t want to make the history books his home.

3. Naeto C 

Naeto C is another artist that had to make the list. Naeto C is a rapper who if not for Glo adverts we might not know was still an artist. I remember when I first heard Naeto C on ‘You Know My P’, I was like this guy is going to change the dynamics of Nigerian hip-hop. He had that rap style that only southern rappers had, the lokes of Ti and so on. So what happened? He used to be a hit machine. Always bringing a new slang, a new trend and all of a sudden, nothing. Kini Big Deal, 10 over 10, even when we were beginning to forget him, he gave us ‘Tony Montana’. I am however positive that he will be back after hearing his latest album and his feature on Leriq’s album but he needs to hasten his steps as even the Glo adverts will become history if not.

2. Tiwa Savage 

Tiwa Savage Bills is the queen of this list. I know many will have their reservations on why she’s on this list but the truth is that since she went on maternity leave, the game has changed. Yemi Alade and Seyi Shay have turned into beasts. They took the opportunity to grab the bull by the horn. So Tiwa needs to come back hard. Come back with a hit, not just a hit, a massive hit otherwise, she’ll need to join the queue she left while she was on top.

1. D’Banj 

The Kokomaster himself is number one on this list because his case is most serious. He is undoubtedly the biggest artiste in Nigeria but the fact is he is losing his relevance. That “Wow! That’s D’Banj” is leaving us. What happened to D’Banj who made the monster hit Oliver Twist. No one believes he can match Oliver Twist but he needs to stay relevant. ‘Knocking On My Door’ is a joke compared to his past hits. D’banj needs a hit as soon as possible because if he doesn’t have one soon then he might as well give all the money he uses for videos to charity.

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D’Banj the Koko Master is arguably one of the most prolific music makers in Nigeria this year. Considering the not so distant past where many fans and critics have voiced out their feelings of his music being under par, 2015 has seen a vast upgrade as he has begun to assemble hits after hits. D’Banj began his 2015 campaign promoting his hit single “Feeling the Nigga” which was followed up with the remix featuring international superstar Akon, this saw to the beginning of a new era and also the return of the D’Banj we all fell in love with as he began to dominate all the major music charts for an extended period.

Following up to his rise from the ashes, D’Banj made announcement of a first of its kind project. He informed the public of his intention to release a visual EP which would consist of 7 videos that would be released weekly, due to the nature of this project there were many reservations on whether such a project could be pulled off. Four weeks into the project D’Banj has released 3 videos currently receiving a lot of buzz; Knocking on my Door has raked half a million views on YouTube in barely 3 weeks, “The King is Here” rap competition has received over 8 thousand entries and finalists are currently being shortlisted also Salute and Confidential which features another side of Hollywood Superstar Idris Elba are making headlines.

Mavin Records boss Don Jazzy who is known for his Midas touch on every song he produces, has come out to clear the air on his breakup with his former business partner, D’Banj.Speaking with City People, Don Jazzy disclosed that his breakup with Koko Master was created by fans of Mo’ Hits label and the media.Don Jazzy said: “I keep saying that, the problem you guys think we had was caused by both the press and our fans, because we were alright. D’Banj is working, I am working, and we can meet up. We can gist, laugh and whatever.”

When asked if he had anything to lose, the music maker said he was only interested in discovering new talents. He said: “Yes and no, I am not losing anything. I have many artistes at hand right now. I’m a producer; my work is to look for artistes. If I want to sign more, I will. There is no doubt that he is a huge and successful entertainer, but then there is no glory in actually working with huge people. I like bringing up people.”  A few weeks ago, Don Jazzy declared his desire to get married this year.

The White Lion, D’banj continues his 10th Anniversary celebrations with the video for “Confidential“, a song which intially leaked back in 2014. “Confidential” features British Sierra Leonian Megastar Idris Elba (as DRIIS) and Shadow Boxer. The surprise of the day has to go to DRIIS for doing what most people had no idea he could. He delivered like he’s been doing this for years! Be on the look-out for D’banj’s new album dropping soon. Directed by Thomas Ikimi.

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