PRINCE KENNEDY IYOHA
‘A Global Musical Conception’
Music is the universal language that connects the universe together regardless of what tongue we may speak, wherever we may reside or whatever frame of mind we may find ourselves in at any particular time. If the music has a good melody or if it carries a strong message, it will be understood and accepted by anyone who chooses to listen. One of the most amazing things  about music is its uncanny ability to change the mood and outlook of a situation… it can soothe, calm, uplift or stir the spirit without much effort. And, again, music can be conducted in any language or tongue and have the same universal appeal to an individual who doesn’t necessarily speak that language… Prince Kennedy Iyoha aka Professor Iyoha is a Nigerian living in Spain who speaks several languages including English. So, when he decided to follow a musical path, we were gifted with a broad eclectic, universal sound that represented many cultures…
Professor Iyoha has been in touch with music from childhood, his passion for classic Rock, Reggae and Soul of the late ‘60s and ‘70s has marked his musical career. Part of his influences lies with the so-called old school and traditional African music. He writes and arranges his own lyrics and, since the age of 13, has been involved in studio work, recording demos for various artists. He developed his own unique style which led to the recording of his debut album entitled ‘From De Blues’, released in 1990, when he first signed with EMI Nigeria. He later moved to ELO Records and participated in many recordings, collaborations and concerts thereafter. He migrated to Spain in January 1998 and worked in various manual sectors for three years. In 2003, he founded and administered his own company, Ebuny Communications SL. The same year, he helped to create ‘CARE’ - African Communities Resident in Spain, a socio-cultural organization working on projects aimed at improving the socio-cultural conditions of all Spanish immigrants.
Professor Iyoha is about to release his latest album entitled ‘Alien’ in English - ‘Extranjero’ in Spanish, a culmination of artistic and social projection. The set presents a ten track collection of Roots, Rock Reggae music where the Professor sings about the African reality, world issues, the need for human solidarity and love. The album concludes with the emotive song ‘Jehovah Jereh’ that was written in a critical moment to give thanks and praises to The Almighty. The Professor has also written the book ‘Full Moon In Africa’ which deals with the socio-political, economical and cultural development of Africa. The core storyline of the book was developed along the journey from Africa to Spain; the crossing of the red line between Africa and Europe in Melilla, Morocco and Spain. The objective of this book is to sensitise and provide information on the Continent’s contribution to developing the modern human society.
WE ARE AFRICANS
JJC Skillz & Co
There is no stopping the ‘We Are Africans’ movement. Nigerian-born, London-based songwriter / rapper / singer / music and video producer, JJC (aka Skillz) spent December 2009 and January 2010 in Lagos in order to take the movement back to the Motherland. And, the result is here: an amazing new Nigerian version of ‘We Are Africans’ featuring Femi Kuti, Dagrin, Eldee, DJ Zeez, Kel, Ay.com, Moe Money and Ragga Remi.
Not only did JJC record the song in Lagos, a video was also shot there by none other than Big  Boyz Entertainment, the production company headed by JJC and Moe Money, that is fast emerging as a real powerhouse for quality and innovative videos (their production cache includes ‘Fokasibe’ and ’Bobbee FC’ by DJ Zeez, ‘Karmakazee’ and ‘Takerewa’ by Olu Maintain featuring Kentro Family, ‘Omo 2 Sexy’ by Justina, ‘Morile’ by Bouqui, ‘Pu’yanga’ by Tilla Man & Dola Billz, 'Shake’ by DK, ‘Why’ by Jibola, ‘Anyhow’ by Shakar El Swagga and many more). The new video will be on your TV screens very soon.
Serious but, also fun, tongue-in-cheek and wildly infectious, ‘We Are Africans’ is an anthem - in fact, it can be labelled as the national anthem for the United States of Africa. It is a song for all Africans - from the Motherland and from all parts of the Diaspora - which combines the sentiments of pride, unity and positivity. It is also the perfect soundtrack for 2010, a year of huge importance for Africa: The world will be watching when the World Cup Games take place in South Africa and 17 African nations (including Africa’s giant Nigeria) will be celebrating 50 years of independence.
The phenomenal response to ‘We Are Africans’ has led to various remixes having been recorded in London including the ‘Africa On Your Street’ remix featuring Tilla Man, Dola Billz, Millaz, Mo Eazy, Magnum and many more as well as a Funky House remix featuring award-winning UK-based Ghanaian Rapper Sway. And the Movement will continue…
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