Worldbeat

Lagos, Nigeria comes to Oakland’s House of Music Sept. 30, as Onas Entertainment presents the 2011
Nigerian Independence Day Gala.

In honor of the 51^st anniversary of Nigerian Independence Day, Onas Entertainment presents a can’t miss mini-festival headlined by two of Nigeria’s top hip-hop acts: Jaywon and Capital F.E.M.I.
Also appearing are Bay Area-based Nigerian-rap artist Big Klief Ofigho; Ariya Soundz, a live juju band featuring Rasaki Oladokun and Gbadura (King Sunny Ade); and DJs Michael Onas 
(Worldbeat/Lagos Party), Jeremiah (Kalakuta/Afrobeat Na Go Die), DJ Mundi (Kalakuta), DJ SLIM, DJ Samuel (Samco), and Vince Gbenga, Idris, and Tony O (Serengeti Soundz).

A fashion show, African art, and Nigerian cuisine add to the cultural flavor of this amazing, culturally-groundbreaking event, which introduces African hip-hop to Oakland’s newest cultural center and entertainment destination, House of Music. The event runs from 8pm-2am, with a pre-show red carpet VIP reception, plus an after-hours VIP event following the concert.  All international hip-hop fans, African culture enthusiasts, dancers, drummers, and music and art lovers are strongly encouraged to attend what promises to be the Bay Area’s #1 African-themed event of the year.

Danfo Soukous

This non-stop soukous mix, featuring all the favorites from all the superstars of this genre was recorded from my live performance at Ashkenaz in Berkeley, California. This recording is dedicated to Ms. Comfort, who is the in-house African dance instructor at Ashkenaz. Enjoy...

Sonny Okosuns (Sonny Okosun), musician and evangelist, born January 1 1947; died May 24 2008.
The Nigerian singer, guitarist and composer Sonny Okosuns, who achieved global
 success in the 1970s and 80s with the highlife-reggae hit Fire in Soweto, died in
Washington DC of colon cancer at the age of 61. He found fame across Africa
with his socio-political "liberation" lyrics and crossover style of internationalized
pop highlife. He released almost 40 albums and his appeal to mainstream
audiences was helped by the high production values he brought to his
recordings. In his later career he turned to religion, performing as Evangelist
Sonny Okosuns.

In the song titled Revolution; sonny Okosun wondered why the world super-powers were heading to the moon, when millions are dying of hunger and lack of clean drinking water for most people.

I fondly remember Sonny Okosun as a gifted humanitarian and human rights activist, who was at the
fore-front of speaking through his music against injustice, world hunger and
most notably against apartheid. His music was mixture of Afrobeat and Highlife.
Sonny Okosun had tremendous stage presence, with traditional costumes and
choreography. He had performed, collaborated and was close friends with many local and
international stars, including Eddy Grant, Mighty Sparrow, Bob Marley, Peter
Tosh and Fela.

Sonny, though you left at a very early age, your message will live forever in the hearts of
many. Rest in peace. Read more about late Evangelist Sonny Okosun

Sonny Okosun Tribute Mix:

1. O’ Namibia
2. Rain
3. Fire in
   Soweto
4. Revolution
5. Papa’s Land
6. Tire ni oluwa
7. No More War
8. Olorun Mose Iyanu
9. Mother & Child
10. Carnival

This Lagos highlife episode number 10 is dedicated to my mother; Yemi who recently celebrated her 72^nd birthday last Sunday. A graduate of Mass Communication from University of Lagos, she was a pioneer female journalist at the Tribune newspaper in Ibadan, where she was known as Aunty Yemi, reporting on various women health, equal rights, post independent politics, relationship and news for several years. She later worked at Nigeria Broadcasting Corporation as a public relations executive in Lagos.

 This podcast and my love of music is a direct result of my childhood exposure to radio and highlife music by my parents. Thank you very much for your love and may you remain blessed with good health, happiness and long life.

As always, some of the legendaries are highlighted in this issue. Kingsley Bassey's Ima Abasi is a perfect introduction at any Lagos, Ibadan, Enugu, Warri or Benin venue on a Friday or Saturday evening. If Stephen Osita Osadebe’s Amala is not enough to make you dance, wait until Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey and Cardinal Rex Lawson steps into the scene.

Lagos Highlife CD 10

1. Kingsley Bassey - Ima Abasi 91 BPM
2. Ojoge Daniel and his Band - A. O. Odunbaku 105 BPM
3. Eastern Ministers Guitar Band - Ariri Otu Nwa - 101 BPM
4. Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe & Nigerian Sound Makers - Amala 107 BPM
5. Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey - Iba Foluwa 107 BPM
6. Dr. Victor Abimbola Olaiya - Ewa 108 BPM
7. Osibisa - Mentumi 112 BPM
8. Peacocks International Highlife Band - Iwe Ewelam 113 BPM
9. B.E. Batta & Eastern Stars Dan - Mme Eyedi 113 BPM
10. Godwin Ironbar & His High-Life Rock - Izenegbonta 114 BPM
11. Dan Satch & his Atomic 8 Band of Aba - Take Your Notice 118 BPM
12. Benjamin Otaru and his Otarus Brothers - Onoyohi Roregueda 118.95 BPM
13. Reformed Eti-Oma Dance Band of Niger - Onyeke Muni Nwa 122.90 BPM
14. Cardinal Rex Lawson - Aye Muba Udeaja - 124 BPM
15. Rocafill Jazz (Prince Nico Mbarga) – Suffer Dey 148 BPM

If you are in San Francisco, California area, check out Baba Ken Okulolo's performance with his band; The West African Highlife Band, playing some of these and their original masterpieces live. 

No place like home – I am back in the mix of things in California, after a memorable tour of Nigeria. Special thanks to everyone involved in making my stay a joyful one. I had way too much amala, ewedu, egusi, fufu and pounded yam during my stay and I am definitely coming back home for more soon.

This is yet another great episode in our continuous journey through the works of the legendary highlife masters from West Africa.  Oliver de Coque’s track “Appreciation” is a special dedication to all Worldbeat podcast fans around the globe. Thank you for your continuous support, keep spreading the word about this podcast to your friends and remember to join my related Facebook groups;

• African Highlife Preservation Society
• Afrobeat

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 9

1.       Dr. Victor Olaiya – Pariboto Riboto (94 BPM)

2.       Sahara All Stars – Feso Jaiye (94.7 BPM)

3.       J.O. Oyeshiku & His Rainbow  Quintet – Oro Re O Repete (96.4 BPM)

4.       Biodun Ayinde Bakare – Inu Mimo (97.2 BPM)

5.       Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe – Osondi Owendi (104 BPM)

6.       Theophilus Iwalokun – Surulere (111 BPM)

7.       Ignacio de Souza et L’Orchestre Black Santiago – Omo Leye Aye (113 BPM)

8.       Anyamele & His Okuato Band – Jumbo Kedi Nnegi (115.7 BPM)

9.       Hugh Masekela –  Rekpete (116 BPM)

10.   Sweet Talks  ft. A.B. Crentsil – Fakye Me (126 BPM)

11.   Oliver De Coque – Appreciation (127.7 BPM)

12.   Oriental Brothers - Ozo Wu Iwem (129 BPM)

13.   International Band of Ghana – Enye Mani Kan (138 BPM)

Lagos Highlife CD 8

This episode features the legendaries of Nigeria's highlife music; Dr. Orlando Owoh, Sir Victor Uwaifo, Dr. Victor Olaiya, Fela, Ikenga, Oriental Brothers International and many more. This episode is solely dedicated to all Worldbeat podcast fans and supporters around the globe.

Lagos, Nigeria is the unofficial capital of Africa and there is no other city on earth like it. Most local shops have competing loudspeakers blaring non-stop juju, apala, highlife, soukous and African hip-hop music. Travelling minstrels will serenade you at your doorstep in exchange for gift and  If you have never experienced Lagos styled party, you are truly missing out. Most bands will play non-stop from 9:00pm to 6:00am.

My podcast series are aptly titled Lagos, because most of the songs included here were played on most streets and radio waves while I was growing up in various parts of Lagos, Nigeria.

Lagos Highlife CD 8 Song List

1. Fatai Rolling Dollar – She Go Run Away (96BPM)
2. Douglas Osakwe & The Abobokos  – Aganokpe (108BPM)
3. Dr. Victor Abimbola Olaiya – Lafia We Lawani (112BPM)
4. Dr. Orlando Owoh & His Omimah Band – Osupa Roro ( 119BPM)
5. Ikenga Super Stars of Africa – Okamma na ama (119BPM)
6. Fela Kuti & Nigeria 70 – Omuti tide (120BPM)
7. Dan Satch & the Professional Atomic 8 Dance Band - Ocho Okuko Nwe Ada (122BPM)
8. Celestine Ukwu – Ejina Uwa Nya Isi (125BPM)
9. Oriental Brothers International Band – Ihe Oma Adighi  Onye Oso (125BPM)
10. Chief John Okpor & The Golden Tones Band of Nigeria – Ife Nunoku Na Ju Oyi  (127BPM)
11. Sir. Victor Uwaifo – Do Amen Do (129BPM)
12. Commissioner Burstic Kingsley Bassey and His Professional Pioneer Dance Band of Nigeria - Ntinke Iko Edem (135BPM)
13. Collins Oke & His Odoligie Nobles – Yabomwen (142BPM)
14. Chief Inyang Henshaw - Ma Ekanem (160BPM)

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 7 

What a very interesting year 2009 has been. We started the year with a new President, economy at near financial melt-down, Jon & Kate + 8 drama, several notable deaths including Michael Jackson, Edward M. Kennedy, Walter Cronkite, Don Hewitt, Farrah Fawcett and now Tiger Wood's own drama in the news. But here we are the true survivors who are once again ready to step into a brand-new year and face a brighter future.

Here is a toast to you all, for happy and better years ahead – Michael Onas

There is only one word to best describe selections included in this mix, BUTTER! Make una get ya ogogoro and fresh palmwine ready for this one, I beg Oh. No stress for the new year 2010....

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 7 Song List

1. Douglas Osakwe and the Aboboko - Eboigbe (94BPM)
2. Sir Vctor Uwaifo - Akwete (98BPM)
3. Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe Ogo Di Nkpa (105BPM)
4. Anthony Cockson & His Oyadonghan Dance Band of Tarakiri - Late Brother Iddo (108BPM)
5. Oriental Brothers International - Nwanne Awu Enyi (108BPM)
6. Bassey Archibong - Nsese Owo (109BPM)
7. Barrister S. Smooth & his Young Heroes Dance Band of Enekorogha - Seikeme Tagbe Bofa Ekpe (100BPM)
8. Dr. Orlando Owoh - Eleye Igbo (114BPM)
9. Rex Lawson - Akaso Inyingi (122BPM)
10. Ali Chukwuma & his Peace Makers International - Onye Melu Ogo Amazi (125BPM)

Back by popular demand, Lagos Highlife Mix Disc 6 is loaded with all the favorites, including a rare track from Fela. I hope you like it.

Lagos Highlife Mix Disc 6 Song List

1. Fela & Koola Lobitos – Igbalaiye (102 BPM)

2. Gentleman Mike Ejeagha – Udo ka nma (101 BPM)

3. Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey - Singing for the people (114 BPM)

4. Seagulls of Port Harcourt – Ayiba Emi (116 BPM)

5. Oriental Brothers International – Onye tarani nye ibe ife (119 BPM)

6. Dan Satch & The Professional Atomic 8 Dance Band – Tamuno Emi Dan Satch (122 BPM)

7. Dr. Orlando Owoh & His Omimah Band – Omiye Lala (122 BPM)

8. Cardinal Rex Lawson – Abari biya (124 BPM)

9. I.K Dairo & His Blue Spots – F’eso J’aiye (126 BPM)

10. Prince Nico Mbarga & Rocafil Jazz – I, dey wonder (128 BPM)

11. Crosdale Juba – Ma gba gbe mi (128 BPM)

12. Celestine Ukwu – Obialu be onye abiagbunia (128 BPM)

13. Oliver De Coque – Love dey see road (132 BPM)

Lagos Highlife CD 5

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May 09, 2009 12:56 AM PDT

This episode calls for fresh palm wine and our friend Chief Emeka has promised the best brew for tonight's party. So friends, put on your best attire and do not forget your white handkerchief, along with freshly minted nairas to show your appreciation to the stars. We have Dr. Victor Olaiya, rare appearance from Benin by Ignace de Souza and let's not forget the Chief Obey Commander and Dr. Orlando Owoh.

Lagos Highlife Mix Disc 5

1. Ignace de Souza – Suru Lo Dara (109 BPM)

2. E. T. Mensah & His Tempos Band - Aboko (116 BPM)

3. Ali Chukwuma & His Peace Makers International – Ezi Okwu Bu Ndu (114 BPM)

4. Cardinal Rex Lawson – Serre Nene (117 BPM)

5. Fela Kuti & Nigeria 70 – Funky Horn (120 BPM)

6. B. E. Batta & Eastern Stars Dance Band – Solo Hit (Nwaocholonwu) (121 BPM)

7. Dr. Victor Olaiya & His All-Stars – Anyin Ga Na (122 BPM)

8. Chief Ebenezer Obey – Lagos State (125 BPM)

9. Dr. Orlando Owoh & His Omimah Band – Ero Ki Yeye Mi (128 BPM)

10. Orlando Julius – Jaguar Nana (129 BPM)

11. Eric Agyeman ft. A.B Crentsil & Tony Mensah – I Don’t Care (139 BPM)

12. Ikenga Super Stars of Africa – Shakara School Girl (142 BPM)

13. Seagulls of Port Harcourt - Sokosoko (149 BPM)

Special thanks to the following blog sites for their support towards the promotion of highlife and African music: Likembe,
Comb & Razor, Global Groove, Awesome tapes From Africa, Analog Africa, Afro Slabs and many more other sites to be mentioned in the next issue. If you enjoy these highlife series, please join the African Highlife Preservation Society on Facebook and also email the link of this pod cast to your friends.

Lagos Highlife CD 4

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April 19, 2009 11:31 PM PDT

Highlife legends from the old Gold Coast (Ghana) are featured in this episode of Lagos Highlife Mix CD 4, including Joe Mensah, E.T. Mensah, , Highlife All-Stars and Samuel Obot’s Broadway Dance Band of Ghana along with various selections from Nigeria requested by listeners.

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 4

1. Joe Mensah – Bosue (115 BPM)

2. E.T Mensah & His Tempos Band – Keyere Mon (103.5 BPM)

3. The Highlife All-Stars – Me Mere Beba (101.7 BPM)

4. Dan Satch & His Atomic 8 Band of Aba – Baby Pay My Money (110.7 BPM)

5. St. Augustine & His Rovers Band – Ashawo No Bi Work (110.9 BPM)

6. Eddie Okonta – Anioma (111.8 BPM)

7. Broadway Dance Band – Nkae (112.8 BPM)

8. The Highlife All-Stars – Medan Wo (120.1 BPM)

9. Orlando Julius & His Modern Aces - Ijo Soul (121.1 BPM)

10. Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey – Olomi Gbo Temi (121.2 BPM)

11. Prince Dele Abiodun – Alalo Moko (124 BPM)

12. King Robert Ebizimor – Ebi Ere Ke Bede (129.9 BPM)

13. A.B. Crentsil – Osokoo (139.3 BPM)

14. A.S. Eseduwo & His Top Stars Dance Band of Angalabri – Aki Kiri Mele Mele (135.2 BPM)

Lagos Highlife CD 3

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April 03, 2009 08:37 PM PDT

In this episode of Lagos Highlife Mix CD3, we continue our exploration further into classic highlife music from Nigerian. Featured in this mix are songs by Sir Victor Uwaifo along with some rare tracks from the Professional Seagulls Dance Band, Late Chief Osita Osadebe and Late Chief Oliver De Coque. Thank you all for your feedback and support and have a great weekend. – Michael Onas.

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 3

1. Professional Seagulls Dance Band – Afro Baby (99.5 BPM)

2. I.K Dairo & His Blue Spots – Ore Arakunrin Temi (115.8 BPM)

3. Oriental Brothers – Anam Ele Chi (115.9 BPM)

4. Sir. Victor Uwaifo – Oliha (118.5 BPM)

5. King Sunny Ade – Yoruba (119.5 BPM)

6. Ikenga Super Star – Ozulu Onye (121.5 BPM)

7. Sir. Victor Uwaifo – Iriorere (122.1 BPM)

8. Celestine Ukwu – Onwunwa (122.3 BPM)

9. Emperor Dele Ojo - Bouncing Bona (126.4 BPM)

10. Oliver De Coque – All Fingers Are Not Created Equal (127.3 BPM)

11. Sir. Victor Uwaifo – Okuo Ida (Mue Mue Akwete)

12. Chief Osita Osadebe – Ochia Ahga (133.9 BPM)

13. Oriental Brothers – Anyi Abiala (135.2 BPM)

Lagos Highlife CD 2

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March 23, 2009 11:47 AM PDT

This is the second issue in the Highlife series, dedicated to the memories of great Highlife legends including Dr. Oladipupo “Orlando” Owoh, who passed away on November 4, 2008 at the Ikeja General Hospital. May his soul rest in perfect peace, Amen.

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 2 Song List

1. Celestine Ukwu – Ilo Oyi (88 BPM)

2. I.K. Dairo & His Blue Spots – Alabiyamo Eku Ewu (88 BPM)

3. Ikenga Super Star – Anaedo Special (89 BPM)

4. Dr. Orlando Owoh – Oju Ni Face (104 BPM)

5. Sir. Victor Uwaifo – Agege Ogigbo(104 BPM)

6. Dr. Orlando Owoh – Which is Which (104 BPM)

7. Oriental Brothers – Onye Egbula Nwan (106 BPM)

8. Dr. Victor Olaiya – So Fun Mi (112 BPM)

9. I.K Dairo & his Blue Spots – Baba Gbo Tiwa (112 BPM)

10. Dr. Orlando Owoh – Mo Fe Fena Korine (113 BPM)

11. Rex Lawson – Tamuno Bo Ibroma (113 BPM)

Lagos Highlife CD1

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March 20, 2009 11:26 PM PDT

For this episode, I am paying tribute to the legends of Nigeria highlife music. Imagine you are now in Lagos, Nigeria on a Friday or maybe Saturday night, freshly brewed palm wine is served and good time is about to start until sunrise. No last call for alcohol here, just plenty of your favorite Guinness Stout, Guilder, Star, Heineken lager on tap....enjoy

Lagos Highlife Mix CD 1 Song List

01. Celestine Ukwu - Ife Sina Chi (87.1 BPM)

02. I.K Dairo & His Blue Sports - Erere Muture (87.6 BPM)

03. Rex Lawson - So Ala Temen (87.7 BPM)

04. Dr. Victor Olaiya – Omopupa (88.6 BPM)

05. Celestine Ukwu - Onye Akwana Uwa (91.3 BPM)

06. Celestine Ukwu - Ije Enu (95.2 BPM)

07. Dr. Victor Olaiya - Mofe Mu Yan (95.5 BPM)

08. Rex Lawson - Osuala Oru Enene (96.4 BPM)

09. Celestine Ukwu - Igede Part 1 (97.1 BPM)

10. Gentleman Mike Ejeagha - Obiako Nnwan Omenani No.2 (98.4 BPM)

11. Dr. Victor Olaiya - Tina Mate (101 BPM)

12. Dr. Victor Olaiya - Ilu Le O (101.8 BPM)

13. Celestine Ukwu - Uwa Bu Olili (102.6 BPM)

14. Rex Lawson – Anate (103.5 BPM)

15. Rex Lawson - Figboru Ene (105.1 BPM)

16. I.K Dairo & His Blue Spots - Daluno Adama (107.3 BPM)

17. Dr. Victor Olaiya - Invitation To Highlife (107.5 BPM)

18. Orlando Julius - Binu Binu (114.5 BPM)

Lagos Party Mix IV

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April 16, 2011 03:34 PM PDT

Picture credit: Emmanuel Enyinwa/ Michael Onas

This episode is only available for download to my Facebook fans, but here are the track list;

1.       J. Martin ft. Fally Ipupa – Jupa (115 BPM)

2.       DJ Zeez – Puonuzor (115 BPM)

3.       2 Shortz  & Brymo Attention (114 BPM)

4.       D’Banj – Scapegoat (115 BPM)

5.       B.M.M – Miss Incredible (115 BPM)

6.       Sir Joe Oparaku – Shakara Baby (115 BPM)

7.       Jaywon ft. Timaya – Kowan Goloto (115 BPM)

8.       H Man ft. Timaya – Don Bless Me (115 BPM)

9.       Unbreakable D ft. Terry G. – Lagos (117 BPM)

10.   Maye Hunta – Owo Faaji (117 BPM)

11.   E-Ko ft. Wizard – Seyi Tan (119 BPM)

12.   De-Young –Aye Ala Aye (119 BPM)

13.   Darey ft. P-Square – Provider (119 BPM)

14.   Baba Dee ft. Henry Kni – Gum Body (Ye Ma Sa) (120 BPM)

15.   African China -  Eko Oni Baje (119 BPM)

16.   G’Bengs – Carry Me Go (120 BPM)

17.   Paul Play ft. Mo’Cheeda – Say Yes (120 BPM)

18.   Ice Prince – Oleku ft. Braymo & Snoop Dogg (121 BPM)

19.   9ice – Shakashiky (125 BPM)

20.   P-Square ft. Ruggedman – Low (125 BPM)

21.   Terry G. – Sangalow (126 BPM)

Lagos Party Mix III (Victoria Island to Ago-Iwoye Mix)

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April 15, 2011 10:54 PM PDT

Rakim said it best “It's been a long time, shouldn't have left you without a dope beat to step to”….

2011 has been quite busy year with travels across the globe for IT assignments and family visit to Naija. As a result, I have not had the luxury of having fun spinning or recording in the studio. But at last, I am back and I am giving you all two brand new episodes. Lagos Party Mix III and IV were recorded at the same session and I hope you all enjoy them. Included in the mix are my special remixes of Retta’s Kolo for you and Chidynma’s Obinmo. If you are grooving to this mix, then you can only imagine what was going on while I was in the mix.  – Michael

Lagos Party Mix III

1.       Funbi – Superstar ft. Loose Kaynon, Ice Prince (83 BPM)

2.       Chidynma ft. Sarkodie – Obinmmo – DJ Michael Onas remix (85 BPM)

3.       Retta – Kolo for You - DJ Michael Onas remix (85 BPM)

4.       Paul Play – Beautiful Love (94 BPM)

5.       SDC ft. May D – Farabale (94 BPM)

6.       Shina Peters ft. Nneka, Bez, M.I, Kas & Ice Prince – Like a Bottle (102 BPM)

7.       Kas ft. D’Banj & 2 Face – Fi Mi Le remix  (105 BPM)

8.       Sir Victor Uwaifo – Joromi – DJ Cee remix (103 BPM)

9.       Clef – Ntughari, Ntughari (104 BPM)

10.   2 Sec – She Be the One (105 BPM)

11.   Timaya – I Don Blow (105 BPM)

12.   Bigiano – Shayo remix ft. Vector, Ill Bliss, Snipper & Yun Chido (105 BPM)

13.   Mr. Wals – Checkmate (106 BPM)

14.   Squeeze – Party On Friday (108 BPM)

15.   D-Black ft. Ice Prince – Get on Da Dance Floor (108 BPM)

16.   Tiwa Savage – Kele Kele (109 BPM)

17.   Iceberg Slim ft. eLDee – I Want You (110 BPM)

18.   Hardx ft. Real Love - I Want You (110 BPM)

Lagos Party Mix II

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March 19, 2010 09:49 PM PDT

Here is the second issue in the Lagos Party Mix series featuring songs from various Nigerian artist. The theme here is religious unity and peace in Nigeria. Regardless of whom you worship or what you call him or her, there is only one God. Please stop the senseless hatred, riots and killings of your fellow human beings in the name of your God.

Lagos Party Mix II

1. Timaya – Plantain Boy (108 BPM)
2. P –Square – Get Squared (108 BPM)
3. Slim Burna – Oyoyo (I don Come) (108 BPM)
4. Dorcas Yeboah – Wuru wuru love (110 BPM)
5. X Project – Am Police (110 BPM)
6. Freewindz – Praise the Lord (115 BPM)
7. Habeeb Debeeb – Turaka (115 BPM)
8. Kefee ft. Timaya – Kokoroko (115 BPM)
9. Jeremiah Gyang – Waka Nijeriya (115 BPM)
10. Durella – My Life (117 BPM)
11. Material – Ma Memu (117 BPM)
12. 9ice ft. Jahbless & 2 Phat – Bekun Bekun (120 BPM)
13. Deebee ft. Wally Wa – Gbaso (120 BPM)
14. Full House Crew – Ise Ti Yato (120 BPM)
15. X Project – Tumba Dance Rmx. (120 BPM)
16. D’Banj – Ika o da (122 BPM)
17. Terry G. –Halleluyah (120 BPM)
18. Jahbone – Jogodo (123 BPM)
19. Tha Buckshotz ft. K-Solo  – Sho n jon ka (123 BPM)
20. X Project – X Project Party (123 BPM)
21. JJC ft. Magnum, Mo Easy, Priceless, Mo & more - We are African (United remix)

Lagos Party Mix I

  

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December 07, 2009 07:32 PM PST

Lagos Party Mix I – A new podcast featuring top hits out of Nigeria.

This issue is a first in series of mixes reflecting current hits playing at most of the trendy night clubs all over Ikoyi, Victoria Island and Ikeja areas of Lagos. The entire mix lasted four hours, ranging from 80 to 140 BPM, but only 80 minutes of the mix is currently posted. Future episodes from the mix would be provided here as soon as I am able to complete the format and upload. The Lagos Party Mix I is an ideal party starter and as usual, the quality of the work by these artist was preserved in the mix. No scratching or wild tempo changes here, so you are truly able to enjoy the new generations of Nigerian music.

Worldbeat is now a group on Facebook, join to find out more detail information on future releases, special remixes and live events mixes. Most of my live concerts and club appearances are recorded and would be featured exclusively on the following Facebook groups: Afrobeat, African Highlife Preservation Society & Worldbeat.

Music video by some of the artist featured in this promotional series are shown daily on the Onas Media Network’s World Beat TV located at www.africa-online.com.

Lagos Party Mix I

1.  Banky W. - Lagos Party (80 BPM)

2.  DJinee - Overkillin (80 BPM)

3.  2 Face ft. R. Kelly - Flex (82 BPM)

4.  H-Man - Mama Africa (84 BPM)

5.  Chelle - Opon Ti Sun (87 BPM)

6.  Jay Cube - Something About You (87 BPM)

7.  Modele - Adara (85 BPM)

8.  YQ - Money Can't Buy Me Love (88 BPM)

9.  Ice Prince - Got Your Back (90 BPM)

10.  Wande Coal - Who Born The Maga (95 BPM)

11.  Niyola - Keep It Real (97 BPM)

12.  Freestyle - Ok (97 BPM)

13.  Luralph - Whatagwan (99 BPM)

14.  Native - Draw Nearer (101 BPM)

15.  Faze - I Miss You (98 BPM)

16.  Sauce Kid ft. Pype & Ghetto - Bananas ( 100 BPM)

17.  X - Project ft. Baba Friyo - Na Wa (102 BPM)

18.  Manny Eke - Ife (104 BPM)

19.  D'Banj - Togolo ( 102 BPM)

20.  Bracket - Yori Yori (103 BPM)

21.  Sunny Nneji ft. Rhymzo - Face Me remix (106 BPM)

22.  Slim Burna - Oyoyo (I don come) (108 BPM)

Have questions about this podcast, feel free to drop me a line or two from here or you may also find me on Facebook or MySpace.

Happy Holidays,

Michael Onas

Fela Kuti - Non-Stop Tribute Mix

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October 15, 2009 01:07 AM PDT

Fela Anikulapo Kuti ,born Olufela Olusegun Oludotun Ransome-Kuti (15 October 1938 – 2 August 1997), would have turned 71 years old today. This episode is a special celebration of his life as a talented musician and human rights advocate. Fela fought for freedom of speech and spoke truth to power in Nigeria and Africa as a whole. Some of the songs included in this mix were released in the 70’s and 80’s, but the messages in the music are still very current in Nigeria and Africa today. Both Femi and Seun Kuti proudly continues the legacy. May Fela’s soul rest in perfect peace, Amen

Fela Anikulapo-Kuti – Tribute Non-Stop Mix Song List

1. Je nwi te mi (101 BPM)

2. Yellow Fever (103 BPM)

3. Lady (106 BPM)

4. Chop Quench Instrumental (106 BPM)

5. Open & Close (106 BPM)

6. Alu jon jonki jon (112 BPM)

7. ITT (124 BPM)

8. Question Jam Answer (120 BPM)

9. Zombie (128 BPM)

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