The long-awaited debut album by Afro hip-hop singer, Orezi Esegine Allen, popularly known as Alhaji Orezi, is ready for release.
The loaded album, billed for release on September 1 features collaborations with top Nigerian artistes and an international star, has been described by music critics who attended a recent private listening party in Lagos as one of the best things to happen in the music industry.
Orezi with hit songs such as ‘Shuperu’, ‘Shoki’, ‘You Garrit’ and ‘Rihanna’ has been one of the most consistent and talented entertainers in the country at the moment, with lots of local and continental awards and nominations to show for it alongside an international recognition.
“I am now ready to drop it (album) because it is hot. Every other artiste planning to drop an album in September should be advised because from September till next year, Orezi will rule the club houses, the streets and airwaves. My fans can never be disappointed. We are working with a reputable marketer to make sure it is widely spread,” the singer said.
While blessing the name of the almighty God, he said he is grateful to everyone that has supported him since day one of his music career.
It is therefore no surprise that the management of Orezi’s record label, Sprisal Entertainment, has said that the initial copies of The Ghen Ghen album have sold out.
“We are reprinting a large quantity of the album as we speak because demand is high, even before the official release date,” said a source at the record label.
The videos for most of the hit songs, including for ‘Shoki’ and ‘Rihanna’, have since been shot with the one named after the international pop star rated number seven out of eight Most Incredible Videos Around The World by the world’s number one online TV channel, YouTube, late last year.
The presenters had singled Orezi out for commendation for what they described as the great video concept, especially for him going extra length to get a Rihanna look-alike to feature in the video. The concept, quality and directing was great, they had said.
