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Repping Big Tizzy!

The first time I heard his “Faaji” track, I instantly digged it! Fuji is my thing and to have it merged with Naija hip-hop just did it for me!

Listen to “Faaji”

Born Adefolarin Lawal, Big Tizzy is a full-time entertainer and disk jockey based in the United Kingdom whose love for music developed while listening to his father’s collection of classic Fuji tunes. There’s no doubt that this influenced his music greatly as he fuses Naija Hip-Hop with Fuji vocals.  Hence, one can expect his musical influences to range from Barrister, Haruna Ishola to  P.Diddy, Jay Z,  and Snoop Dogg.

With his target audience as everyone from the youth to the older folks, he regards himself as a hardworking, lively and honest individual that loves and has an excellent taste for the finest things in life. With two albums on the way: a solo album called “My Product” and a group project on the way called “Jeun Lo”, there’s no doubt that he has a lot of work ahead of him and we look forward to what he has to offer! Hopefully more hot jamz!! Collaborating with artists such as TillaMan, Dolla-Billz, High Commission and Topsay (a.k.a Omo Ibadan) on his solo album, he says fans should buy his album because they can expect to get the value for their money. The album, according to him, portrays him to the listeners as a young, gifted individual who is more than just his good looks.

In addition to being a solo artist, Big Tizzy is also a member of the group “166 Family” which includes Dolla-Billz, Aspanda, Martel B and TillaMan. The group album called “Jeun Lo” is currently in the works, and will be released soon in stores.
Currently, Big Tizzy is promoting the “Jeun Lo” album with his group and they plan to take the Nigerian music Industry by storm when they start touring Nigeria in the near future. Without a doubt, this is definitely one artist to look out for.

I REP Big Tizzy!

Listen to “Stankin Tin”

For more information on Big Tizzy, please visit his MySpace page at www.myspace.com/bigtizzyuk



Mixtape: Iceberg Slim Presents the Fix

The renowned artist, Iceberg Slim, recently left the United States for an indefinite stay in Nigeria.  His most recent work, “The Fix” was his holiday gift to his fans all over the world.
Enjoy!
Download the highly anticipated mix-tape (The Fix) here:  http://www.zshare.net/download/7034870017b10f52/

Repping Deuce Gambles!

Deuce Gambles

If you are  expecting to hear the same old tune  or beat that seems to be taking over and is being used by a lot of Nigerian artists, well you are in for a shocker! Deuce Gambles comes with a totally different style! My favorite track is “Cops come knockin”.  “We getting loud till the cops come knocking………………………….”

Listen to “Cops Come Knockin”

Born Fola Devontay Adeleye in Newark, New Jersey, Deuce Gambles is an artist of Nigerian descent who is also the co-founder of the hip-hop group Full Deck.  Although he is primarily a rapper, he also dabbles in some R & B singing.

Deuce Gambles who was born  in an underprivileged and crime filled Newark is a product of his environment whose harsh tough demeanor is reflected in his music.

Deuce Gambles who lists his musical influences as artists such as Cam’ron, Fabulous, Jadakiss and Jay-z reported that his passion for music was developed during his teenage years; he started in his basement with childhood friends while just goofing around, and he fell in love with music since then.  He founded the group “Full Deck” with his childhood friends but had to quit the group due to some creative differences.  Although Deuce is no longer a member of the group, he is still heavily associated with them and still collaborates with the group’s members.

Words such as “rude, disrespectful, nonchalant, and conceited” are frequently associated with this New Jersey native. Although characteristics such as these would usually cause a person to acquire a great amount of enemies, such traits have actually propelled Deuce Gambles to more stardom. Known for his unique rhyme scheme and clever punchlines, listeners continue to ponder on what he will say next.

Gambles tries not to focus his music on the hardship that he encountered while growing up in New Jersey. Instead, most of Gambles’ songs are about his everyday life and diverse topics. The sarcastic and cocky style that Deuce Gambles possesses is clearly unique. It is just a matter of time before Deuce Gambles becomes a household name. But until then, he will still be loved by many, and hated by many more, which is the way he likes it.  He lists his audience as any and everybody who can listen to his music. His main motivation is to prove people wrong, especially all of the people who doubt him. i am very conceited, confident, sarcastic, and enjoys being the life of the party.

His first mixtape entitled “Intelligent Menace” is currently in the works and on the verge of being finished with a tentative December 2009 release date. He decided to pick that title because he believes it is a great reflection of him, he is an intelligent, well educated person who can also be a menace.  He also added that although he is well educated, he grew up with the street mentality and can survive in both the corporate and “ghetto” areas.

There are numerous collaborations on the upcoming “Intelligent Menace” album such as songs featuring artists like Baby Spadez, Julz Diamondz, Sin City, Se7en, Rouga, Crazy 8, Fabolous, and Drake.

When asked what fans of his music can expect on this upcoming album, he replied saying “fans can expect good music, alot of slick and witty lines, good beats, good lyrics, and a cocky attitude“.

Although he already has numerous collaborations Deuce Gambles revealed that he is willing to work with any artists that feel like they could keep up with him.

I REP Deuce Gambles!

Listen to “Boi” featuring Rouga

Listen to “Cuz I’m African” Featuring Seven

Download all featured songs: http://www.zshare.net/download/6788269403de0585/

Follow him on Twitter at www.twitter.com/DeuceGambles

Visit his on Myspace page at www.myspace.com/DeuceGambles