..As Anambra Journalist Launches Book at Ogidi
By
Uzo Ugwunze
Anambra born journalist, Martin Ifeanyichukwu Ejezie of Ebeonadi 103.5FM has traced the origin of hip hop music to the Igbo culture saying that improper documentation has made the White man and other Western cultures and countries claim that hip hop brand of music originated from them.
Ejezie
an OAP popularly known as Ezeanumba, the first Metal of Ebeonadi 103.5 FM and who is also an upcoming music artist and
author changed the narrative in his book titled "Hip hop and Igbo
Culture'.
The
book Hip pop and Igbo Culture' whiich will be launched on Sunday, April 21,
2024 at Leophine Residency hotel, Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area,
Anambra State will also be an avenue to show case upcoming and talented musical
artists who will thrill the audience with some hit tracks from their new albums.
Recall
that there was a press briefing that preceded the Sunday book launch, as part
of the activities lined up for the book launch that will feature some Nollywood
actors that will entertain participants at the occasion.
According
to the author, the launch will spur him to author more books but will not take
him away from journalism which he said was his profession.
He
further urged well to do Nigerians, government and private institutions to
support upcoming talents who find it difficult to find their footing in the
music industry due to lack of funds adding that youth empowerment and support
for talent can help curb insecurity towards a better society.
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