INTRODUCING: Y! XTRA - Fasion.Parties.Style

Ada Igboanugo




The entire team of Y!Naija never seizes to amaze the throng who are thirsty for what they would come out with next as they blow their minds with the new fashion pull out in the fourth edition of Y!Magazine, No. 4.




The current issue which is out in stores and magazine stands, has features from Denrele Edun who talk about his fear (Really Denrele's got fears? find out) , Ice prince Zamani's premonition on Nigeria's greatness and more.

Find out why Joy Isi Bewaji says "RED is the colour of Madness", Read up Chiagoziem Onyekwena's review on the D'banj remix and why he thinks the Award winning act is NOT SO ENDOWED!, and Exclusive interview with Omoni Oboli and Nigerian President, Goodluck Ebeli Johnathan by getting your hands on the RSVP edition of Y! Magazine #No4

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Kid M.a.r.l.e.y, Bob Marley's lost son, goes to school

By Eromo Egbejule

As the legend goes, the late reggae superstar, Robert Nesta Marley, -or simply Bob Marley for the rest of you who didn't bother to find out- was a man who liked women. And in his many tours across the globe, he, well, he distributed his seed among many of the favoured ladies he came across. Spyjournalist Eromo Egbejule heard about a Kid Marley in Lagos, Nigeria and decided to go do some investigative journalism and find out if truly the young rapper/musician/poet is one of the lost sons of the reggae master.

Here's what he discovered!



Q: What more is there to Kid Marley than your 6ft 3" frame?


A funny,social sometimes shy guy who just likes to have fun,meet new people and make good music.




Q: So, how was growing up like for you? And how did the alias come about? You some distant relative or one of the many allegedly scattered children sired by the great Bob Marley?



Hahahaha! I wish! I grew up in a middle class family in the suburbs of Lagos in a very religious home and no, I'm not related to the great Bob Marley even though I respect and love his music. M.a.r.l.e.y is an acronym,hence the dots. I was born as Samuel Chuibuisi Obi.

Q: So, what's M.A.R.L.E.Y, buddie?
Musically Aligning Ryhthm and Lyrics to Encourage the Youths. I try to embody a message in my songs.



Q: Whoa! Cool. You're a rapper/songwriter/singer/poet, right? Why not dancehall or something else?


Because I feel very expressive rapping,singing or writing poetry! Each form of musical artistry means something different to me,ability to experience music from different angles! Not everyone enjoys that privilege.




Q: So, the rap influences? Who were they? And who're your mentors?
Influences?

Hmmmn, I'd say 2pac and B.I.G. Definitely, Kanye West, Eminem, Slick Rick, Immortal Technique, Rakim! They are countless and my mentor is 2pac for the amount of consciousness he brought into HipHop at a time when everyone was talking jewellery and sex.

Q: My opinion is that Marshall Mathers is the God's own cheat to the game of rap. Who is the best rapper dead or alive in your own opinion? Is it Em for you too?

That is always going to be the most controversial question in Hip-hop cos every great rapper has got distinct qualities like Marshall has got his delivery as his number 1 skill too, Biggie had his punchlines and Pac had his story telling. In my opinion I'd say Pac though!



Q: Well, we could always argue on that some other time. Apart from music, what are you into presently? What else do you do? What hustle?
I'm working on a couple of projects that will be unveiled in due time.




Q: School?



Im in my third year right now, studying Microbiology at the University of Nigeria and should be done in a year by God's Grace. After that, there are greater things to be achieved.




Q: Ok, who produces your songs? Will you relocate to Lagos after graduating or will you try to wrestle with the likes of Flavour and Mister Raw to be King of the East?
I use the wide range of producers available to me; my good friends Bobby Combs, Eclipse and Fabby Beats but I'm looking forward to working with a vast range of well established producers soon because everyone brings a different flavour to the table! And I'm definitely relocating to Lagos where I reside with my family.

Q: You are part of the Saint Oz Gang, right? What's the crew about?
Its a group of six rappers. There's Barzini, Bobby Combs (extremely fabulous producer), Paybac, Random, Odes and myself. Bunch of real talented fellas, hustling to make rap better and get that cheddar.




Q: So, music aside, what's the craziest thing you've done? What extremes have you gone or been pushed to?
Errrrrm Hmmmm, I've done a lot and can hardly remember those things! I'm a fun person. I remember wearing pyjamas to class! That was in SS2 though.



Q: Hahaha! So how's your dress sense generally? You like to go hardcore with baggy jeans and oversized Mode 9 type-shirts or do you have a particular style?
No way! I'm slim so im more of a fitted shirt and slim fit -not skinny- Jeans, but basically its just whatever I feel comfortable in at that moment.




Q: Make a prediction. Five years from now, what image of yourself do you see?
A bunch of awards, at least 2 albums, a lotta mixtapes, a healthy account statement and an 80% exhausted passport. (Laughs).




Q: A healthy account statement? Cool. Surely, the girls will come running, aight? And what about your girlfriend now? How does she cope with your music and career?
Pretty cool considering she's non-existent. Lol,im single! Maybe searching so them ladies can holla at me! I won't mind.

Eric Arubayi: He’s back as Number One!

by Taiwo Damilola

Does anyone remember Eric Arubayi? I’m sure the ladies do - the tall, light
skinned, good looking guy who came off as 4th runner-up in West African Idol
Season 1. Since the show, he has appeared on numerous TV and radio shows,
touring with the entire cast of the first season of Idols West Africa. Eric
has also been a judge on The Centage Superstar Talent Competition and he’s
performed at several shows and events in a number of African countries.
Almost four years after his debut on the Idol TV show, Eric is set to do the
long overdue. While he adds last minute touches to his debut album, he has
officially released three singles: ‘I Go Make Am’, ‘Number One’ and ‘One
Love One Voice’. The album he says, speaks of hope and love, garnished with
some cultural beats in a style that is nothing short of international
standard - a blend that is sure to give his album nationwide appeal.
My favourite of the three singles is ‘Number One’, a love song with a retro
feel, where Eric proclaims his undying love to his one special woman. The
dulcet tunes of the song will make any listener start to sing along in no
time. Eric sings in Pidgin English and Igbo - a combination he pulls off
commendably. He’s not all soppy though. The artiste takes on social issues
in the inspiring songs ‘One Love One Voice’ and ‘I Go Make Am’
From his music, it is clear that R&B Legends like Brian Mcknight, Stevie
Wonder and Boyz II Men have greatly influenced Eric’s style of singing and
song writing. The artiste’s singles show a deep understanding of classic
R&B/Soul, and his music reminds us of why we love music - for the power it
has to inspire, guide and motivate as we continue to exist, to hustle, to
live.

Meet & Greet- The Orange Culture Berths

The long awaited launch of Adebayo Oke-lawal's Collection "The Orange
Culture" took place on April 3rd 2011 with features from "iamIsigo",
"Souza", "Diamond&Dust" and "Fablane". The event which took place at
XL Victoria Island Lagos brought about Fashion-thirsty guests from all
over radiating in style and glamour.

Adebayo is a Stylist, Blogger, Fashion Designer and a graduate of
Banking and Finance from the University of Lagos.

Jay Releases Single and Video

Colossal TV anchor, Jay in preparation of his upcoming album, is set
to simultaneously release his single and video to his teeming fans at
the end of April, 2011. The first single and video released off the
album is called "Money on my mind" and features Nigerian hip hop icon
Mode 9 and shogun. The second single and video Titled CONSEQUENCES
features the very talented international female sensation Nneka and is
scheduled for release in April.
A Graduate of Nipissing University, Ontario, Canada, Jay directed and
produced his first full feature documentary titled “Studio Sessions”,
featuring Paul Wall and other international artists and producers
(including the late brother of former Chelsea and Nigerian Olympic
gold medalist, Celestine Babayaro) in 2006. Jay managed the careers of
US based producers like BEAT BROTHERS and BRUCE TAKARA (Bruce Takara
has produced for Grammy award artists like; Chamillionare and Ice
cube, Kelly Rowland, etc). He also managed the careers of The Playboyz
Click, Von Won and Wonderus; touring with them round the United States
and opening for legendary acts like Snoop Dogg, Destiny’s Child,
Master P, Lil Flip, Lil Keke, Lil O, Black Robb of Bad Boy, Paul Wall,
etc. Jay has also worked as a TV presenter for Underground Television
(UGTV) in Houston, Texas.
Currently signed under Colossal Entertainment, Jay doubles as an
anchor for Colossal TV, which airs on Superscreen TV Lagos, every
Sunday by 10pm. Before now, Jay has produced and anchored series of
episodes for ‘Street Network TV’, an entertainment and lifestyle
program on air in Houston, Texas. He has also worked as an MC, Compere
and host for shows sponsored by Nigeria Britain Association, MTN,
MALTA GUINNESS, P&G, etc.
The management of Colossal Entertainment is happy about the sign-up
deal with Jay, who according to them “is a very talented artiste whom
the Nigerian music industry is about to see explode into something
like never before.”