naijasounds: The Launch of the Parties

naijasounds provides a range of services primarily targeted at the black African community. The parties are an offshoot of the naijasounds web forum, which has successfully attracted a diverse mix of black Africans providing a avenue for socialising in a relaxed atmosphere with R&B, hip-hop and african music. It also provides an avenue to showcase African artists.

(PRWEB) May 23, 2005 -- Fri., May 6, 2005 saw the very first of naijasounds parties at the Steam Bar, Hilton Paddington, London. A night of great music and live entertainment in one of Londons hottest venues.

The monthly parties are an offshoot of the naijasounds web forum, which has successfully attracted a diverse mix of black Africans discussing issues as varied as Are black men romantic" to the latest 419 scams. The party provided an avenue for forum participants to meet and continue conversations left unfinished on the forum and decide if internet photos matched up to the real thing! (www.naijasounds.com/forum)

The very first party went off with a bang. There was an eclectic mix of people. People from as far away as Scotland, Southampton and even Wales came, as they just had to make the party. Dolly Olusanya from Southampton said I cant believe there are so many chassis (slang for cool) people here!" (Pictures available at www.naijasounds.com/events)

It was a great atmosphere, with people reconnecting with old school friends they hadnt seen in a long time. Although this was not always a positive thing as J (name withheld) from London discovered, when she bumped into an old flame from college days with his new beau. Every girls nightmare!

A wide variety of hip-hop, RnB and afro hip-hop was played with an electric live performance by Weird MC, one of Nigerias hottest female rap stars, who was introduced by members of the award winning 419 squad. Future events aim to provide a platform for other established and aspiring artistes to showcase their music.

Goody bags were given out at the end of the night which were received with excitement. Party goers were pleasantly surprised as they were taken back home with treats such as 'Okin biscuits and 'Tom Tom sweets, from Nigeria. A lucky few went away with limited edition t-shirts from the naijaman and naijababe range.

The night proved to be a great success and has set a trend of diversity and finesse unequalled by none. Next party will be on the 3rd of June 2005 at the same venue. To avoid disappointment, request for guest list and table bookings can be sent to events@naijasounds.com. The event starts at 9 p.m. till late. Be there, the next party promises to be even more electrifying.

About naijasounds:
naijasounds is an internet based company launched in June 2004.The company provides a range of services primarily targeted at the black African community. This includes mobile entertainment products such as African ringtones, wallpapers and games, to a clothing line that enables expression of individuality. For more information log on to www.naijasounds.com.

Contact:
lola@naijasounds.com

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