Rhythm Without Borders: The Six Artists Defining SIINKO’s Sound
By Taylor Victor The independent music industry in Africa is constantly changing; today, labels are discovering, innovating and shaping African sounds. The Nigerian record label and music distribution company, SIINKO (founded in 2021 by music executive Chinedu Ezionu, popularly known as Gax), has joined the new movement of independent music labels in Africa. SIINKO has managed […]
Lai Mohammed mourns Ras Kimono, calls him unforgettable reggae giant
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has expressed shock and sadness at the passing of the globally-acclaimed reggae star, Ras Kimono, saying his contribution to that genre of music can never be forgotten.
Kimono: Rastafarians to hold candle light procession in Ebonyi
Rastafarians in Ebonyi have concluded plans to hold candle light procession for departed Nigerian Reggae icon, Ekeleke Onwubuya, popularly known as Ras Kimono.
Ras Kimono used his music to preach for better Nigeria – Nigerians
Lagos – More Nigerians on Sunday mourned the passing of legendary Reggae artiste, Ukeleke Elumelu popularly known as “Ras Kimono”. They described him as a social crusader and a revolutionary who through his music canvassed a better Nigeria. Temitayo Otun, popularly known as “Dilo” said that Kimono was in the forefront of a crusade who […]
Olamide, Phyno release Super Eagles World Cup tune
Nigerian indigenous rappers, Olamide and Phyno, have released a World Cup theme tune to support the Super Eagles at the finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Breaking: Legendary raggae artist, Ras Kimono dies at 60
Nigerian music legend, Ras Kimono is dead. He died on Sunday 10th June aged 60.
