After almost 2 years off, Pop/Soul/RnB Recording Artist AiRis is releasing another new hit single to be launched on February 6th in anticipation for its valentine’s day tone. Following the release of her debut single “Without you”, which received engaging reviews from the African music industry and one more thereafter, “Sick in Love”, the new single is a music anthem for years to come. This time she has released a new single titled ‘Olowo Ori Mi’ produced by Shizzy and Victor ‘Spankie Doodle’ Oganua (who produced the award winning track ‘Kolomental’ which was his first debut production in 2008)

After an almost 2 year hiatus to focus on her record label, AiRis branched out in a big way with a new and impressive business venture. On her break, she was working hard to contribute in making an impact in the music industry by officially launching her very own recording studio; Airis Music Studios which is located at 35b Agodogba Avenue, Park View Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.

Noteworthy growing clientele of AiRis Music Studios include Les Nubians among others. There is also a 12-week course available for aspiring Musicians, Recording artists and Producers to learn musical instruments like the guitar, drums, saxophone, violin and the piano. AiRis proves that she is not just a singer/ songwriter but a music enthusiast and a business woman who is passionate about music and artist development.

Olowo Ori Mi is an upbeat Afropop romantic song laced with AiRis’ soulful vocals with Yoruba infusions highlighting the chorus for that Afro effect. With the infusion of a Saxophone and dance instruments, upbeat and groovy, this single will get you dancing all the way. This might just become the next wedding party/love song staple. It’s an ideal song for the “lovers’ season”

Who is this? Ke$ha?

Will.i.am reports that Cheryl Cole is gearing up to perform on The Voice in order to annoy Simon Cowell.

It is obvious Simon and Cheryl’s friendship has been on rocky terms since he sacked her from her role as a judge on X Factor USA. Her career is now being managed by close friend Will.i.am who has been trying to get her a performance spot on the UK version of The Voice.

“I want her on the Voice. I mean why not? That would really p*** the big man off wouldn’t it,” he told The Mirror.

Will.i.am who is a judge on the talent contest which will air in March says that Cheryl is preparing to take the music world by storm with her new material

“This is her year by the way – Cheryl is back! You all gonna love her new music – it’s on it, on the money,” Will added.

This is stupid if you ask me, how is that supposed to make Simon mad and is it even wise to get back at one of the most powerful men in the industry?

After fueling the rumors of them reconciling when they were seen at Rick Ross’ birthday bash in Miami last weekend, Whitney and Ray added more when spotted at Sunset Plaza in West Hollywood.

Despite the obviously large age-gap between Whitney and Ray, the unlikely couple enjoyed an on-off relationship before calling things off in 2010.

Ray went on to have brief flings with several video vixens and models while Whitney concentrated on putting herself away from drugs and alcohol.

Photos via TheYBF

Beware Of BOKO HARAM: 11 Bomb Prevention Tips For Public And Private Premises

In the past, in our beloved country Nigeria, the sight of bombs and their catastrophic impact used to be a movie scene. As you and I now know, this is no longer the case. The best selling news in town now is the Boko Haram story.

This growing menace tearing apart our peace is becoming not only rampant, but nearer. The news will soon no longer be news we read, but God forbid, one we witness, if we continue to fold our hands. It wouldn’t be out place to say this; the fear of boko haram is the beginning of security consciousness.

The need to intensify and refortify your residential and business premises is no longer a luxury for a few, but is now a matter of necessity. The protection of lives and properties is no longer against theft by criminals, but now against explosion by boko harams.

Boko Haram is here, what you going to do about it?

This has been one of the pressing questions on our mind in Damog. The burden of ensuring the continuous safety and peace of mind of Nigerians is no longer one that should be left alone for government. This has become a matter of National security and everyone including you must be involved in fighting this war.

In equipping you for the war against book haram, here are 11 bomb prevention tips for the safety of public and private premises. Don’t read and swallow please, ensure you use the social media sharing icons on the left of the page to spread this to your family and friends.

This is our fight, we have the right to life; boko haram won’t deny us of that!

11 Bomb Prevention Tips For Public And Private Premises

• Strictly implement the inspection procedures of all bags, knapsacks, boxes, merchandise, etc., that will enter the establishment or premises.

• Suspicious looking package, paper bags, etc. left alone should be cautiously scrutinized as possible bomb(s).

• When suspicious stuff are noted, don’t try to touch or inspect it. Instead, advice security personnel/employees to immediately contact the proper authorities.

• Be observant of people roaming around your area doing nothing. Vendors with tricycles/knapsacks/bags should be driven out, as they may be used as couriers of bombs.

• Advice the security to always observe people leaving behind bags/packages/boxes in the garbage cans/bins in the premises.

• Be observant of cars/motorcycle riding individuals who are suspiciously observing constantly the establishments.

• Be cautious in opening envelopes and packages sent to you by unknown individual or package with no return addresses.

• The greatest safeguard against the effects of bomb threats is to prevent entry of unauthorized persons into certain areas, whenever possible.

• Restricted entry and positive identification of staff and visitors can be significant factors in assessing the seriousness of any given threat.

• Develop a security plan and a bomb incident plan in preparation for such incident. The security plan deals with prevention and control of access to the building. The bomb incident plan provides detailed procedures to be implemented when a bomb is found or threatened.

• Get the involvement of the nearest police department, fire department, or local government agencies for any assistance in developing your security or bomb incident plans.

Olowu Bardia Adebola aka ILLRYMZ needs no further introduction as a Nigerian radio personality, model, television host, writer and producer. He is the Producer and host of Radio Outloud with Nokia & Ill; a PAN Nigerian syndicated reality radio show that airs on Beat FM & Cool FM in Lagos, Rhythm FM Abuja & Port Harcourt, BCA Umuahia and Freedom FM Kano. On television, Illrymz is the new host of Nigerian Idol alongside Tiwa Savage.

Unknown to many, this versatile young man has been an artiste from the get go. He is a hip-hop/ r&b artiste and was formerly a member of a gospel group SOL. In 2006 he released his first solo single produced by his friend Papilastic, titled ‘No Mago Mago!’ This hilarious sing-along became an instant hit and enjoyed heavy rotation on radio. ‘NO MAGO MAGO NO WAYO O…NO COME PUT SAND SAND FOR MY GARRY O’ these lines became a popular slogan all over the country. He recently released a series of hits online after leaking a single off his yet- untitled album which has songs; ‘Feel My Parole’ a club banger produced by Samklef, ‘TEACHER TEACHER’ which features Afrobeat Legend, FEMI KUTI where he exhibits superb lyrical prowess in the socially conscious track. Due to a hectic work schedule and reasons beyond his control, illrymz went on a 5yr hiatus from music. In 2011 he leaked a single titled ‘Anyhow’, produced by Nigerian Super Producer Dokta Frabz. The song gained unprecedented followership online and on radio stations across the country. Now he makes a return with the release of a smashing pop single titled ‘Padawa’ , featuring EME signed rapper Skales & the multi-talented producer, Dokta Frabz. A monster collabo guaranteed to gain massive airplay both on radio and in clubs. The hot single mixes elements of pop with hip-hop and is accompanied by Yoruba infused lyrics. It is also the first single off his yet untitled debut album.

ILLRYMZ as a brand has made a mark in all fields of entertainment he’s delved into and intends to do the same with his music.

Always about entertaining her little monsters, Lady Gaga recently took time to pose for a Terry Richardson photo shoot session.

The Mother Monster was in her usual expressive form, as she flashed a little skin, held up a football and climbed aboard a motorcycle in the black and white shots.

For the pigskin clenching pic, Gaga is interested in this weekend’s Super Bowl – as her hometown New York Giants are taking on the New England Patriots.

She tweeted, “Looking forward to seeing the Superbowl! The halftime show will be wonderful I’m sure. An excuse to drink beer+watch boys in tights.”

Serena Williams is reportedly dating a 20-year-old tennis player after several sightings of the two going for “romantic” strolls.

Serena is ten-years older than Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov but that hasn’t stopped the pair embarking on a whirlwind romance.

NY Post reports that Serena was spotted out with Grigor in Paris on Monday and then went for a cosy lunch at restuarant L’Avenue and then went to tourist hotspot the Eiffel Tower before going for a romantic stroll near to where Serena has an apartment.

“They were laughing and seemed to really enjoy each other’s company. It looked like a first date,” the NY Post source said.

Literally minutes ago the visuals for Alexandra Burke‘s ‘Elephant‘ premiered on Chart Show TV. The Erick Morillo-produced new single is the first to be taken from the X Factor alum’s sophomore album – due for release this spring.

Check out the clip below. 

While it’s nothing spectacular, it gets the job done. Alexandra looks hot and, as always, the choreography is on point; hence it’s a shame it wasn’t more of a focal point throughout the video.

Nevertheless, given how talented she is here’s hoping this is enough to propel her back to the top of the charts, thus paving the way for a stronger and larger budget video for the album’s second single.

Fans will be able to purchase their copy of ‘Elephant‘ when it’s released digitally March 11th.

Is Alexandra on the brink of scoring her 4th UK no. 1 single?