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Sep

2021

Nigerian-born Tunji Balogun named Def Jam CEO & chairman

AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER MUSIC Executive Tunji Balogun has a new title under his name. Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced that the media executive will be moving to the top role at Def Jam Recordings, the massively successful US recording label known for being the home to Jay-Z, Rihanna, Justin Bieber and many more. "I grew up on Def Jam's music – collecting, listening to and studying their albums and singles – those early moments as a young fan have had a lasting influence on who I am today," Balogun said. Balogun is currently the Executive Vice President of A&R…

Jun

2021

By The African Mirror

Beyoncé & JAY-Z splurge on world’s most expensive car

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BEYONCÉ and JAY -Z are the new official owners of the world’s most expensive luxury car, a Rolls-Royce valued at a whopping US$28 million. According to an anonymous source that broke the news to The Telegraph, musicians Beyoncé and JAY-Z reportedly commissioned the Rolls-Royce custom-built Boat Tail, which features a rear deck with high-end double coolers, matching chairs, and a parasol. The Rolls-Royce Boat Tail. Picture: Twitter The American couple have not released any confirmation on their recent purchase (as they never have in the past with other luxury or business purchases), but many of Beyoncé and JAY-Z’s fans, as…

Feb

2021

By The African Mirror

Fela Kuti, Jay-Z among Hall of Fame nominees

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LEGENDARY Nigerian musician, the late Fela Kuti, rapper Jay-Z, 1980s pop group The Go-Gos and rock band Foo Fighters were among first-time nominees announced yesterday for possible induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Others on the ballot for the first time include singer-songwriter Carole King, singer-actress Dionne Warwick and heavy metal group Iron Maiden. American rapper JAY-Z backstage on his On The Run II tour in 2018. Picture: Instagram/lavitaraynor The 16 contenders also included previous nominees Tina Turner, Mary J. Blige, Devo, LL Cool J and Todd Rundgren. Performers become eligible 25 years after their first commercial…

Oct

2020

By The African Mirror

JAY-Z joins the cannabis business with brand ‘Monogram’

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MPHO RANTAO AMERICAN rapper and businessman JAY-Z has officially joined the cannabis business in the United States with the launch of his new cannabis line. The hip-hop Grammy winner announced that his first cannabis line, Monogram, would be a partnership with California-based company Caliva, which the rapper joined forces with as Chief Brand Strategist in July 2019. Monogram, according to a press release and website, is a company that prides itself on its “careful strain selection, meticulous cultivation practices and uncompromising quality, while seeking to redefine what cannabis means to consumers today”. The brand unveiled its social media channels and…

Aug

2020

By The African Mirror

Scottish farmers feature in Pharrell and Jay-Z’s Black entrepreneurs video

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SONIA ELKS WHEN Michelle and Robert Sullivan were invited to be in a video for a song by music titans Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z showcasing Black entrepreneurs, they had two main concerns: profanity and if their farm in Scotland was camera-ready. They initially wondered whether the Instagram invitation was genuine if the song's message might clash with their strong Christian values, and if they should decline because they didn't have enough time to tidy up the farm. Now, having overcome their misgivings, the married couple in rural north-east Scotland feature in the video for the hip-hop track "Entrepreneur" which celebrates…