AJURA
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Ajura was born Daniel Alaba Ojamomi, in Ondo State, Nigeria, he is the last child of a family of 8. Tragedy struck early when he lost his dad at 3. But he forged on. His early education was in Kabe College, Ilogbo, where he picked up dancing as an art of expression. He would later become popular as a member of the school football team, picking up the nickname, ‘Ojams 10’.
Early Life:
Ajura was born Daniel Alaba Ojamomi, in Ondo State, Nigeria, he is the last child of a family of 8. Tragedy struck early when he lost his dad at 3. But he forged on. His early education was in Kabe College, Ilogbo, where he picked up dancing as an art of expression. He would later become popular as a member of the school football team, picking up the nickname, ‘Ojams 10’.
A lack of funding limited his chances of becoming a professional footballer, although he had support from his mother. But that support didn’t accompany his decision to make music.
Music Career:
After discovering his love for music, he dived into music production, dedicating his time and scarce resources to creating art. He was later able to start earning from his craft and providing for his family. Ajura, possessing a large heart, would later finance projects for his talented friends, paying for studio sessions and equipment. But his mother insisted on getting him more education, which he did.
In 2013, Daniel got admitted to Federal college of Education (Technical), Akoka, where he honed his craft, polishing his talents amassing fans via releasing and performing music. He graduated in 2016.
Ajura was signed to G-Worldwide Entertainment in 2018. A skilled musician, his style traverses genres. He operates as a fusion artist, with elements drawn from Highlife, Afro Pop, Jazz, Hip-hop, Reggae, Dancehall, and R&B.
Musical Influence:
He has a diverse set of musical influences, including luminaries such as Asa, D’banj, Wande Coal, Sugarboy, Burna Boy, Kiss Daniel, Beyonce, Akon, Chris Brown, and R. Kelly.
Ajura sees art as a tool to inspire and effect change. “I want to use my music to speak for the dumb, my lifestyle to influence the deaf and my sound to open the inner eyes (minds) of the blind,” he says.
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Easy Jay
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Easy Jay was born Oluwashola Raymond Oyekan, in the ghetto of Mushin, Lagos State, he is the first child from a family of three. At age 12, while in High School, his parents got a divorce and split up the family. That would take a toll on the young man, who went through primary education at Queen Maris International School, before moving to St. Saviours International School.
Early Life:
Easy Jay was born Oluwashola Raymond Oyekan, in the ghetto of Mushin, Lagos State, he is the first child from a family of three. At age 12, while in High School, his parents got a divorce and split up the family. That would take a toll on the young man, who went through primary education at Queen Maris International School, before moving to St. Saviours International School.
Easy Jay watched his parents go through a divorce as a kid. But that didn’t stop him from finding his path.
Irrespective of the breakup, he carried through his education, and found a way to move past the hurt to keep loving his parents.
Music Career:
Music came to him in middle school. At 13, he was already trying his hands at song writing, and would use school free periods as mime sessions. All of these got him the colourful nickname ‘Sholi Akon’. He was also popular for his rare accent and scintillating vocals.
His first recording experience came in 2015, where he impressed in the studio, snagging an instant management deal with the producer, which helped him get more music recorded and developed his talent. That same year, he got into the Federal University of Technology, Akure, where he is currently in line for a degree in Project Management.
Easy Jay was signed to G-Worldwide Entertainment in 2018. He operates across genres, blending elements from Alternative RnB, Highlife and Afro Pop.
Musical Influence:
Easy Jay has listed acts like Fela Kuti, 2face Idibia, Usher and Chris Brown amongst others as his key influences.
“In few years, I want to inspire a young boy somewhere in Africa or anywhere around the world watching me on TV to say “I want to be just like Easy Jay,” he says.
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SUGARBOY
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Umoren AKanimoh Felix (Oscar Jnr) Born April 15 1992 , Known as Sugarboy, is a Nigerian reggae-dancehall, Afrobeat singer and songwriter. . He is currently signed to G-Worldwide Entertainment.
Early Life:
Sugarboy was born Umoren Akanimoh Felix in Uyo AkwaIbom State. He hails from Ikono local government area . Growing up around Ajegunle, Lagos state (western Nigeria )and SuTown, Suleja Niger state (northern Nigeria). While in University, Port Harcourt, he decided to pursue music as a Carrier alongside his Studies. He is the first of Three Children and born To ibibio parents from South-southern Nigeria.
Music Career:
Sugarboy showed an interest in music at an early age of 14 . Being encouraged by his father who had all the hit records and albums of the late 70’s and 80’s. Learning to play the guitar and piano while grooming his vocals. He started music professionally 2010 when he was featured in the monster hit ‘BADMAN’ from Veteran hiphop MC Modenine.
He came across Emperor Geezy, CEO at G-Worldwide 2012, but was official signed to G-Worldwide Entertainment January 2015, his debut release under the label was a Dj Shabsy Collaboration featuring Sugarboy and label mate Kiss Daniel on the song titled ‘RABA’ which rose to become a Street Anthem and a fan Favorite. Song was produced by Dj Coublon and video was directed by Ajefilms and shot in a Lagos Nigeria.
Musical Influence:
Sugarboy has listed acts like Bob Marley, Jah cure, Fela, Gregory Isaac and Majek Fashek as musical influences.
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