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05 Jun

My Music Career Incomplete Without Don Jazzy – D’banj

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“As we both celebrate 20 years in the industry, I’m reminded of the countless memories and milestones we’ve shared together. Here is to two decades of brotherhood, entertainment, and unwavering support. Love you always, Brother!.” Don Jazzy also took to the comment section, saying: “Still finding it hard to believe it’s been 20 years bro. Feels like yesterday. Thank you for everything. Love you brotherLee. More blessings.” The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Don Jazzy, a Nigerian record producer and Chief Executive Officer of Mavin Records, co-founded Mo’Hits Records with D’banj in 2004. D’banj had earlier hinted at…

14 Jan

Don Jazzy Addresses Rumours Of Sale Of Mavin Records

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Music executive and CEO of Mavin Records, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has finally addressed the rumours about the sale of the record label. In October 2023, Billboard reported that Mavin Records “is seeking investment or eying a potential full sale with bidding coming from the Universal Music Group, HYBE and strong interest from music asset investors in the financial sector, according to sources.” However, speaking in the latest episode of the Zero Conditions podcast, Don Jazzy insinuated that the label isn’t seeking a sale but being approached by investors. He explained that Mavin Records is lucrative…

21 Aug

Mzbel Plans On Working With Burna Boy And Don Jazzy

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Award winning Ghanaian hi-life legend, MzBel, has revealed her intentions of collaborating with some top notch artistes in Nigeria like Burna Boy and Don Jazzy. MzBel made known of her intentions in an interview with Cindy Cash, on To Wobo Twi Mi, on Wontumi radio, on Thursday, 17th August, 2023. According to her she does noes not support the stereotype of disregarding Ghanaian aging musicians. She lamented on how some artists in Ghana consider themselves bigger than her, hence refuse to work with her and noted that her team is in talks with some Nigerian artistes to have a collaboration.…

18 Jul

‘I Spend More Than 100 Million A Year If I Sign A New Artiste’ – Don Jazzy Reveals

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Renowned Nigerian music producer and founder of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy, has opened up on his financial commitment to nurturing and promoting new artists. In an interview with Fisayo Fosudo, Don Jazzy disclosed that he spends more than 100 million Naira (approximately $245,000) each year if he decides to sign a new artiste to his record label. The statement highlights Don Jazzy’s dedication to supporting emerging talents and investing in their careers. It showcases his belief in the power of mentorship and the importance of providing resources and opportunities for artists to thrive in the competitive music industry. Don Jazzy’s financial commitment goes beyond…

14 Jul

Don Jazzy Reveals Why He Didn’t Sign Davido, Wizkid When He Had The Opportunity

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Renowned music executive, Don Jazzy, has stated why he turned down the opportunity to sign Afrobeats icons Wizkid and Davido to his now-defunct record label, Mo'hits. The music executive revealed the information on the Leaderboard podcast, hosted by Fisayo Fosudo. Don Jazzy explained that because Banky W, the CEO of EME Records, had already taken the opportunity to sign Wizkid, he was unable to do so. In the case of Davido, Don Jazzy established that he shot down the opportunity to sign him because he believed the artiste could find success on his own. Don Jazzy was however sad for…

06 Jul

‘Believe Me’ Hitmaker Johnny Drille Is Married – Don Jazzy Reveals

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According to Mavin boss Don Jazzy, his artiste Johnny Drille is married. He announced and celebrated the marriage on Instagram (IG), Tuesday, July 4, 2023. "With all the amazing love songs that @johnnydrille has written in his life, it’s only right that he bags one of the most amazing women I have met to share #Thebestpart of his life with," the star music executive wrote on IG, subtly shouting out Drille's latest song. "I am so happy for both of you," he noted and prayed: "May GOD continue to bless your union." Concluding with "Happy birthday again @rimouuune [heart and…

09 Jun

The First Time I Saw Don Jazzy I Thought I Had Seen Jesus – Davido

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Popular singer, Davido has revealed who his mentor was while growing up in the industry. In a viral interview, Davido said, Mavins Records producer, Don Jazzy, was his mentor when he began music professionally. Explaining how amazing he felt when he met Don Jazzy, Davido revealed that the first time he saw the Mavin boss, he thought he had seen Jesus. The 'Stand Strong' crooner who was narrating how he entered into the music industry, said that he was 17 years old when he became famous. He said; "I blew up when I was 17. I was a baby. I released 'Damiduro' in October, I turned 19 that…

31 May

‘I Don’t Mind If My Girlfriend Cheats On Me’ – Don Jazzy Discloses

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Nigerian producer and singer, Michael Collins Ajereh, known as Don Jazzy, has stated that he is very okay with a cheating partner as long as she respects his polygamous nature. According to the Mavin boss, he is not a one-man-one-woman kind of man, adding that he cannot stop being attracted to other women simply because he is in a relationship. He said this in an interview with media personality, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu. “I don’t mind if my girl sleeps with another man; so far, she has let me have many girlfriends. "I’m not the type of…

12 Jan

‘I Can’t Be Faithful To One Woman’ – Don Jazzy Discloses

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Popular Nigerian singer and record producer, Michael Collins Ajereh aka Don Jazzy, has revealed that he can’t be faithful to one woman. He made the revelation while talking about his type of woman. Don Jazzy discussed his relationships while acknowledging that he isn’t the kind of guy to stick to one woman. He claimed that although things might change once he locates his 'missing rib', in the interim, he can’t stay committed to just one woman. In a podcast discussion with Nedu, he said, “I wouldn’t be able to process the fact that if I like this person every other…