THIS JANUARY. All roads lead to LIONS GARDEN as FalzThaBahdGuy gears up to shut down the city of Famagusta in TRNC. The Official After Exams Party, aptly tagged "CYPRUS UNPLUGGED" will feature an array of contemporary and popular Falz tunes, including but not limited to other genre's of music from local artists and the likes.
More details below:
Date: January 22, 2016
Venue: LIONS GARDEN, FAMAGUSTA - TRNC
Doors open 10pm
MUSIC:
DJ Cosec
DJ Ather
DJ Simonsayz
CORDINATORS(MC's):
*MC LEGIT
*NI EMEKA
TIX:
1. Regular - 60TL
2. VIP - 150TL (Free Shot)
3. Table of 6 - 2KTL (1Hennessy, 1Bottle of wine, Energy Drink & Suya)
4. Table of 10 - 3KTL (1Ciroc, 2Bottles of wine, Energy Drink & Suya)
CONTACTS:
+90-5338835145 | +90-5338835331 | +905338776681
Born Folarin Falana on October 27, 1990 in Lagos State, better known by his stage name Falz The Bahd Guy is a Nigerian rapper, actor, and songwriter. He began his career while in secondary school after forming a group called "The School Boys" with his friend before his professional career as a music artiste began in 2009.
Falz shot into limelight after his song titled "Marry Me" (featuring vocals from Poe and Yemi Alade) won him a nomination in the "Best Collaboration of The Year" category at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. He was also nominated in the "Best Rap Act of The Year" and "Best New Act to Watch" categories at the same event. He currently owns an independent record label called Bahd Guys Records.
THIS JANUARY. All roads lead to LIONS GARDEN as FalzThaBahdGuy gears up to shut down the city of Famagusta in TRNC. The Official After Exams Party, aptly tagged "CYPRUS UNPLUGGED" will feature an array of contemporary and popular Falz tunes, including but not limited to other genre's of music from local artists and the likes.
More details below:
Date: January 22, 2016
Venue: LIONS GARDEN, FAMAGUSTA - TRNC
Doors open 10pm
MUSIC:
DJ Cosec
DJ Ather
DJ Simonsayz
CORDINATORS(MC's):
*MC LEGIT
*NI EMEKA
TIX:
1. Regular - 60TL
2. VIP - 150TL (Free Shot)
3. Table of 6 - 2KTL (1Hennessy, 1Bottle of wine, Energy Drink & Suya)
4. Table of 10 - 3KTL (1Ciroc, 2Bottles of wine, Energy Drink & Suya)
CONTACTS:
+90-5338835145 | +90-5338835331 | +905338776681
Born Folarin Falana on October 27, 1990 in Lagos State, better known by his stage name Falz The Bahd Guy is a Nigerian rapper, actor, and songwriter. He began his career while in secondary school after forming a group called "The School Boys" with his friend before his professional career as a music artiste began in 2009.
Falz shot into limelight after his song titled "Marry Me" (featuring vocals from Poe and Yemi Alade) won him a nomination in the "Best Collaboration of The Year" category at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. He was also nominated in the "Best Rap Act of The Year" and "Best New Act to Watch" categories at the same event. He currently owns an independent record label called Bahd Guys Records.
I met Theresa Lola when she performed at the African Literary Evening. She got a standing ovation for her poem ‘Bring Back Our Girls’. She has a mesmerizing power, and you will agree with me that she is incredibly talented. She spoke to Tundun Adeyemo from www.blackandoutspoken.com over the weekend.
Why poetry? How did you get into poetry?
I developed an interest in writing while in primary school after entering a story writing competition set up by the school. In my teenage years, as I began experiencing more things in life, I began to focus on poetry as I felt it was a more intimate and powerful way to express myself.
What is the most that has generated most acclaim for you?
The ‘Bring Back Our Girls’ poem has so far generated for me the most acclaim. It’s a poem written for the girls kidnapped by Boko Haram in April 2014. Apart from me, there are a lot of people doing all they can to keep the ‘Bring Back Our Girls’ campaign alive so people really connected with the emotions in the poem when they heard it.
Who is your favourite poet?
I have a few who I admire for different reasons. Three of my favourites are Warsan Shire, Aja Monet and Zora Howard.
What books are you reading now?
"Imagine This" by Sade Adeniran, "Americanah" by Chimamanda Adichie, " She Sweats" by Aja Monet
Are there enough female African poets or spoken word artistes?
A lot of poets are ‘underground’ writers and sometimes unless involved in the stage or other forms of promotion it is hard to tell just how many female African poets there are in the UK. There could be more; however, the few that are in the UK are doing great things with their work and are setting a path and standard for those coming into the spoken word scene.
Who is the most famous artiste you have worked with?
As of now, most of my collaborations have been with either filmmakers or producers. I frequently work a music producer from London known as ‘Kente Kwame’ who has produced music for the likes of Fifi Rong, Elijah Benoit and The Wordstress. In the future, I would love to collaborate with other poets.
Where are you going with your poetry? Is this what you wanted to be when you were younger?
I have always wanted to be a writer. I would love to release a book and someday and hopefully perform full time. Being successful in the world of both spoken word, and written poetry is also my main dream.
What inspires you?
Everything my eyes have seen or my ears have heard, or my hands have touched. Past experiences, along with my childhood and my perspective on life are huge inspirations. My poems are also a reflection of social and political issues in the world today. The desire to be an added voice to these issues inspires me to write about them
Tell us something about you that you haven't told anybody before ?
Hmm hahaha, I once took karate classes when I was 12, but after noticing the tall people in the karate class and seeing my own small skinny body, I decided to quit.
Are you looking forward to Christmas?
I am very excited. Christmas, it’s such a joyful time of the year. It’s a family tradition every year for us to come together as a family to play games, cook, open presents and just have fun.
Is there a link between poetry and fashion? I see you like fashion as well.
I love fashion; both are ways in which I express myself. Finding my own style and finding my own voice in poetry as I got out of my shy shell were similar journeys growing up. Both have blossomed at the same time which is why there are interchangeable tools for me. Fashion is just as powerful, a symbol of an expression. A colour can tell you different emotions based on how a person is wearing it, the same way two poets can write about the same thing, but from different angles.
Any message for those who want to be like you?
Write as much as you can to get your mind into the habit of opening up. Be persistent, network and prioritize.
Everybody has enjoyed the poem about the Chibok girls you wrote why did you write it?
I was first approached by the media platform called ‘Word On The Curb’ to write about a current issue. Upon finding out the youngest girl kidnapped was about 9, I felt an even stronger urge to write a poem ‘Bring Back Our Girls’ on the Chibok Girls. I felt different emotions, sadness, anger and remorse not just for the girls but for their families.
You are working on your book, when should we expect that?
The book should be released before summer of 2015. It’s something I want to take my time with and give it my all.
Where can we find out more about you?
My Twitter handle is @theresa_lola. I have a poetry and fashion blog which is creativeshot.tumblr.com
Google's team in Japan connected 300 smartphones and tablets with different animated characters "singing" through the devices' speakers for your listening pleasure.
The characters on the smartphones and tablets screens come from Androidify, which is the company's app for creating a customized, animated Android mascot.
In order to see the performance, you'll need to visit Tokyo between Thursday and Sunday. Otherwise, you can simply watch the video above.
The digital choir is meant to celebrate Android being "together not the same," according to a blog post.
Tess Christian’s female friends look the picture of merriment when they get together for their frequent Friday nights out in a local restaurant. Champagne flows, the conversation gets steadily more raucous and peals of laughter hang over their table. But there’s always an odd one out in the happy scene: Tess, 50, who sits stony-faced while her friends giggle around her. Not even a flicker of a smile, let alone a laugh, escapes her lips.
Tess isn’t devoid of humour, but for nearly 40 years she has made a conscious decision not to laugh or smile — even at the birth of her daughter. This is because Tess says that maintaining a perennial poker face is a crucial way to keeping her — admittedly, impressive — youthful looks.
‘I don’t have wrinkles because I have trained myself to control my facial muscles,’ says Tess, ‘Everyone asks if I’ve had Botox, but I haven’t, and I know that it’s thanks to the fact I haven’t laughed or smiled since I was a teenager. My dedication has paid off, I don’t have a single line on my face. ‘Yes, I am vain and want to remain youthful. My strategy is more natural than Botox and more effective than any expensive beauty cream or facial.’
As unorthodox as Tess’s regime may sound, she is not alone in her drive to suppress facial movements, such as laughing or frowning, in a bid to stop wrinkles forming. Even celebrities such as U.S. TV star Kim Kardashian, 34, have admitted trying not to smile or laugh ‘because it causes wrinkles’.
Dancehall Funk is an innovative style of dance that combines the technique of authentic Jamaican dancehall with other dance styles like Afro, hip hop, jazz, bellydancing, ballet, house, salsa, and many more. Dancehall Funk style incorporates all types of music using dancehall signature steps and proper dancehall technique. They promote cultural unity and international artistic celebration. The Dancehall Funk brand uses its strong presence in the entertainment industry & the professional dance community to celebrate dancehall culture worldwide while embracing individuality.
On this episode, they render an almost near perfect dance routing to the single blockbuster music by Mr. Eazi SKIN TIGHT;
The event which is being hosted by DSTANDARD and CHAMPAGNE ENTERTAINMENT and themed "All White 'After Exam Party'" will feature an array of contemporary and African songs, including but not limited to other genre's of music.
More details below:
Date: Friday, 25 November 2016
Venue: VELVET ROOM, FAMAGUSTA
Doors open 10pm
MUSIC:
DJ Delete
DJ Montana
DJ Extimate
PERFORMANCES:
Kevin Tita
Jakak Boi
Yung Zil
Bushel TMT
Olayinka
The CIU African Student Association (ASA) held a meeting on campus on May 2014 to discuss general business and to announce the winner of the 'Miss CIU' competition.
Kenneth Ikenna Ufearo, the president of the African Student Association, said that the aim of the organization is to unite the students at Cyprus International University and also in African Universities nearby. The well being of African Students was also discussed in general.
Ufearo described the meeting as a 'pre-show event' for a larger gathering of African students which took place on the 17th of May at the Cultural Centre of Eastern Mediterranean University. As part of the preparations for this event, the CIU-ASA elected one of their members to represent the university at the 'Miss Africa' beauty pageant. Natasha Hara, from Zambia, was elected and was Awarded the title 'Miss CIU'.
Hara edged out the Audrey Chihoho from Zimbabwe and Ella Edochi from Nigeria to take the title.
Miss CIU, Natasha Hara
She said, 'I am very humbled to be named Miss CIU. I think this is a very good beginning for Africans to promote young ladies to be confident and to be able to bring out the best in them. I did not expect to win but I guess I tried my best and maybe I do deserve it.'
Concerning any ambitions for the future, Hara added, 'I think I am going to set up an academy where I promote young ladies to model and since I want to be a fashion designer I will show off my designs.'
The ASA (African Students Association) was recently recognised by CIU as the official body of all African Students studying in Cyprus International University, having existed informally prior to this. The Association comes under the structure of the university, who helped to organize the event.
According to Ufearo, the president of the African Student Association, 'the Association meets frequently to discuss ways to manage all of the students, to promote co-existence among students and educate more students on the school Rules and Regulations'.
The Association have representatives from various African nations like Nigeria, Uganda, Tanzania and Zimbabwe. However, Ufearo also stated that non-African students are free to attend ASA events.
more pics of Natash Hara (Official Miss CIU 2014) below:
The mannequin challenge has been sweeping the through the internet of late with big names and stars like Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo, US model Blac Chyna, reality TV star, Chris Jenner, US first lady Michelle Obama and other top big celebrities all taking out time to compete in the trend.
And now we take the challenge down to Cyprus International University CIU, Cyprus to show just how well we are good in the challenge.
It gives the phrase 'sleeping with the fishes' a whole new meaning. An unusual new room has officially opened as part of Africa's first underwater hotel has opened for business. The three floor little piece of luxury is situated 820ft from the little-known island of Pemba, off the mainland of Tanzania and Zanzibar and the room can only be reached by going down a step ladder.
Located 13ft below the sea, the unique hideaway is not for the claustrophobic.
The top floor is the balcony, perfect for star gazing at night and soaking some rays during the day. The middle floor is where the dining room is, but offers guests the chance to relax and enjoy the sunset.
The newly opened ‘Manta Underwater Room’ - 13 feet (four metres) under the India Ocean - allows travellers to observe shoals of fish drifting past during the day, watch squid and octopus at night, and perhaps even spot rarer underwater creatures lurking in the coral which is developing around the base of the room and its anchoring lines.
2015 & 2016 BET Awards nominee Yemi Alade premieres the ultimate dance visual as the music video for her afro-pop dance anthem “Koffi Anan”.
The Philkeyz produced track is the bonus of her sophomore album “Mama Africa: The Diary of an African Woman” released under Effyzzie Music Group. Yemi Alade is currently the most viewed African female act of all time, with over 80 million views on YouTube/Vevo to her credit. The energetic clip is directed by prolific cinematographer Paul Gambit.
A few weeks ago a new nightspot opened in the centre of Kyrenia. Kabana Club is basically a RnB club, but it also offers other styles of music depending on the night. The club’s owners Erkan Kadioglu and Charlie Cruz says that Kabana Club differs from other clubs in North Cyprus. The spacious venue, for example, does not have standing tables, as most other clubs where this is more or less standard.
– We do not want people to stand still and hang around at the tables all night. We have several couches and tables with chairs, for those who wish to sit, otherwise we have a large dance floor, where there is always a party with dancing into the early hours of the morning.
Emre Karpuz, who’s an event organizer at Kabana, says that they will arrange different theme nights every week, but Fridays are always Hip Hop and RnB.
– We are the only RnB club in Kyrenia and we want people who appreciate the music to feel comfortable here and always know what they are getting.
The premises are modernly furnished with chairs upholstered in red and white leather and mirrored ceilings. Lamps vary in different neon colours and the music thumps out from the lavish speakers. There is also a large terrace with tables for those who want to sit outdoors.
Kabana Club is open from 12pm every day until late. You can find it behind Mr. Pound in the west of Kyrenia.
To make a reservation please phone: 0548 888 66 00 or 0542 889 20 54.
Described by them as the modern dance meet funk style group, Dancehall Funk Group gives a rather super impressive performance/dance of Wizkid's popular track Ojuelegba.
According to them, "We create these videos to show how uniquely awesome we dance, and also to show the good chemistry we all bring to dance class everyday."
The EMU International Night 2016 is going to be a colourful one with an array of events by students from different international communities. The events will range from folk dance, fashion show, songs and drama to musical shows. The purpose of the international night is to promote unity in diversity and good intercultural integration.
At EMU, emphasis is not only given to the intellectual growth and satisfaction of our students, rather EMU continuously press forward to reach a mark of excellence in ensuring an all encompassing development of our students. That is why attention is given to the environmental variations of our students based on their roots and then provide them with a platform to show to others what beautiful cultures there are that exist in our world.
Students and guests at the occasion are expected to be maximally entertained in an evening of cultural exposition.
More details below:
Date: Friday 13th May 2016
Venue: EMU CL SQUARE, FAMAGUSTA - TRNC
Time: 5pm
NOTE: Stands will open from 5pm. Cultural Show will start by 8:30
For more information, check the official poster/flyer below
The Tourism days of Eastern Mediterranean University has come and gone but participants cannot stop talking about the memorable days. The event showcased exotic cultures and palatable cuisines.
There were lots of side activities like the food and product exhibitions and all day on stage events, including local and international dances. Nigerian students were at hand to give the days a very rich cultural experience.
The theme of this year's Tourism Days was "EMBRACING CULTURAL DIVERSITY"
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