Ben Ogbeiwi
Wednesday, 08 June 2011 21:42
A pitch perfect vocal expert, music coordinator (both spiritual & secular), vocal arranger, voice-over artiste and “KING OF MEAN” of the Project Fame Academy. As a choir boy in the Catholic Church, an opportunity to audition for the STEVE RHODES VOICES opened up for him. The late Elder Steve Rhodes took him through the rigours of professional vocal training in the contemporary and jazz genres and he has since not looked back in this rich field of commercial and personal choice of career.
In order not to lose track of these genres, he joined the LAZ EKWUEME CHORALE to fortify his stand in the industry. Uncle Ben as he is popularly known as, is the leader of the acapella group CHORDWEBS and head of ADRENALINE, the first band to be engaged in a music reality show (MTN PROJECT FAME WEST AFRICA). This die hard talent hunter will stop at nothing to bring drama, tears and blood in order to make you the best you must be in the industry. For Uncle Ben, “IF YOU CAN’T FACE THE PAINS THAT COME BEFORE SUCCESS, YOU DON’T DESERVE THE ENDLESS GAINS IT BRINGS”.
Kayode Ogundepo
Wednesday, 08 June 2011 21:46
Kayode Emmanuel Ogundepo, an Exercise Physiology graduate of the Lagos state University has over 25 years experience in the fitness industry. He has worked for several commercial gyms in Lagos metropolis such as Weight Watchers Gym and Spa and La Campagne Tropicana. He was also the personal trainer to the former Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State and his wife, the First Lady.
Kayode was once the National Heavyweight Karate Champion of Nigeria, and has represented Lagos State in the Cruiser Weight Category and Amateur Boxing Contests.
He has also held a bronze medal in Judo at NUGA. Kayode was the physiotherapist for the former MTN Corporate Marathon. He is a personal fitness trainer and lifestyle advisor to many renowned business directors and celebrities in Lagos. Kayode is currently the Managing Director of Body Shapers Fitness Services. Ige
Wednesday, 08 June 2011 21:49
Dupe Ige Kachi, popularly called IGE (pronounced ee-gay), is an all-round performer. She has been singing since she was seven years old. Born into a family of art lovers, she has always appreciated all forms of music and dance, from classical to jazz and R&B. She honed her art in the several singing groups and choirs of the various churches that she attended as the child of a clergyman, which include Laz Ekwueme Chorale, Steve Rhodes Voices, Chosen Treasure Choir (HOTR), Covenant Christian Centre Choir, MUSON, and several Anglican Church choirs.
Even though she studied electrical/electronics engineering at the University if Lagos, the arts have been a part of her everyday life. She has acted in a number of stage plays, and graced a number of concert stages like the Calabar Carnival 2005-2007, TOTAL 50th anniversary celebrations, “The Experience”, P.D.P Presidential rally dinner 2007, The Presidential Ball 2011, “The Platform”, Nigeria Stock Exchange Awards, The African-American concert and several MUSON classical concerts. She was an active member of the defunct neo-Africanist theatre group called Rhythm of the Black Man, and she was one of the main actors in a stage play called WHAT THE STEWARD SAW. She is also the sole presenter/host of a forth-coming musical magazine T.V programme called GROOVE CHECK. She has written and performed several MTN jingles and songs and is a proud holder of MUSON certificates in voice, piano and theory of music, and is the vocal coach of the MTN PROJECT FAME WEST AFRICA. She has also organized a series of city-wide and campus voice training workshops titled “FIND UR VOICE WITH IGE”
Kaffy
Wednesday, 08 June 2011 21:54
Kaffy whose real name is Kafayat Shafau is the Guinness book of world records holder and a Nigerian youth from the city of Lagos who has a great passion for setting goals and seeing them through. This has seen her become one of the most influential youth in Nigeria.
Kaffy who holds a diploma in Data Processing from Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State was involved in diverse extra-curricular activities all through her schooling; ranging from dance, sport to debate. After school, Kaffy continued to be involved in a lot of sporting activities, playing basketball for Sea Rovers in Lagos, and was at the time captain of Ogun State Basketball team and a swimming instructor.
Academy Day 4
Thursday, 09 June 2011 09:38
All the contestants except Ochuko had it rough with the faculty on their fourth day in the Academy, because they were not present at the early morning task master’s class. Christian was so unlucky to have walked away seconds before the early morning task master came in. Uncle Ben most especially did not spare them as he tongue-lashed them all. Rhoda was worse for it as she came in late after Uncle Ben called them in, with the excuse of coming from the restroom, sure the experience never left her the same. He also advised Ochuko to carry others along next time.
Later in the evening, Gold was caught crying like a baby just because she felt she was not performing up to expectation, her fellow girls (association of comforters) were right there to comfort her …hmn, are they so nice, time will tell! Visits to MTN and e-center
Friday, 10 June 2011 06:39
The crowd and paparazzi at the MTN plaza was amazing. The contestants received a warm welcome…the audience were given a treat of several vocal prowess by these budding stars. While Yetunde sang to a guy in the audience, he was over the moon…what a treat! Fame Tag Cloud
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