DJ Lambo


DJ Lambo
Born Olawunmi Okerayi
Nigeria
Other names DJ Lamborghini
Citizenship Nigeria
Alma mater University of Abuja
Occupation Disc jockey, Radio personality, Hype man
Years active 2013 (2013) – present
Musical career
Genres Afropop , Hip hop, Techno
Labels Chocolate City
Associated acts

Olawunmi Okerayi, known by her stage name DJ Lambo[1], is a Nigerian disc jockey. Her song "Drank"[2] was produced by "Reinhard". The song received positive critical reviews and gained extensive airplay. She was signed to "Loopy Music" in 2013[3] before the merging between Loopy Music and Chocolate City in 2015.[4] She won "DJ of the Year (Female)" at the 2016 City People Entertainment Awards.[5] Nigerian Entertainment Today newspaper listed her on top 5 Nigerian dj's to watch out for in 2015.[6]

In 2017, DJ Lambo was among the few djs selected to play at Big Brother Nigeria Saturday's party at season 2 of Big Brother Naija reality game show.[7] After the party DJ Lambo won praise from current housemates "Bally", "Bassey", "Bisola", "Debie-Rise", "Efe", "Marvis" and "TBoss" for playing at their party.[8]

Early life and music career

Early life

DJ Lambo grew up with four brothers.[9] Her father, "DJ Tony Lewis"[10] influenced her career as a disc jockey.[11]

Music career

She started her career professionally in 2008/2009 as an OAP in Raypower 100.5 FM, Rhythm FM 94.7 Abuja and Love 104.5 FM Abuja.[12]

Artistry

DJ Lambo describes her sound as a fusion of "House music", Techno, Afro-Pop and Hip hop.

2017:Smirnoff Equalizing Music

On 8 March 2017, Smirnoff launches 'Equalizing Music' initiative on behalf of International Women's Day to celebrate female DJ'S around the world.[13] DJ Lambo was spotted on "Smirnoff Top Women Electronic Artists" playlist at number 18 with her single "Motion".[14]

On 20 March 2017, Smirnoff Nigeria also celebrated International Women's Day at Crest Hotels and Garden Jos with top three finalists of the "SMIRNOFF X1 FEMALE DJ" contestants alongside DJ Lambo & DJ Spinall at the event.[15]

2017:CBN President

On 14 June 2017, She was announced as the head and president of Choc Boi Nation (CBN) an imprint under Chocolate City Music. The announcement made her one of the Major and female Record Label Executives in the music industry in Nigeria. The press conference which held in Lagos was attended by co label mates MI Abaga, Dice Ailes, Koker, Loose Kaynon [16]

Educational background

DJ Lambo has a degree in "English and Literature" from the University of Abuja.[17]

Notable performances

She has performed in several popular events and shows since he rise to stardom, performed in events like:

Event Year
"Big Brother Naija" 2017
"Smirnoff House Party (SMIRNOFF X1 FEMALE DJ)"

Discography

Singles

As lead artist
Year Title Album
2015 "The Motion"

(feat. Seyi Shay, Cynthia Morgan & Eva Alordiah)

 "Girl Power"
List of singles as featured artist, with certifications, showing year released and album name
Year Title Certifications Album
2014 "Millionaira Champagne"

(M.I featuring Ice Prince, Sarkodie & DJ Lambo)

 30,000 in pre order sales The Chairman

Compilation singles

As lead artist
Year Title Album
2015 "Drank"

(DJ Lambo, Milli & Dice Ailes)

 "TICBN" & "SUMMERTIME DANCE-OFF MIX"

Compilation albums

Year Title Released Date
2015 "The Indestructible Choc Boi Nation 30 April 2015

Mixtape album

Year Title Released Date
2015 "SUMMERTIME DANCE-OFF MIX" 17 July 2015
2016 "Girl Power" 19 May 2016

Awards and nominations

Year Event Prize Recipient Result
2016 City People Entertainment Awards DJ of the Year (Female) Herself Won
Nigeria Entertainment Awards Disk Jockey of the Year (Female) Nominated

References

  1. ↑ "DJ Lambo". NotJustOk. Retrieved 18 March 2017.
  2. ↑ Efe, Jasper (27 April 2015). "Choc Boi Nation – ‘The Indestructible‘ (Album Art + Tracklist)". Daily Post (Nigeria). Daily Post (Nigeria). Retrieved 28 March 2017.
  3. ↑ "M.I signs DJ Lambogini to Loopy Music". Nigerian Entertainment Today. 12 March 2013. Retrieved 18 March 2017.
  4. ↑ Akan, Joey. "Chocolate City: Record label merges with Loopy Music". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 18 March 2017.
  5. ↑ "Full List Of Winners at 2016 City People Entertainment Awards". Nigerian Entertainment Today. 26 July 2016. Retrieved 28 March 2017.
  6. ↑ Badmus, Kayode (6 August 2015). "Top 5 Nigerian DJs to watch out for". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 18 March 2017.
  7. ↑ "#BBNaija: The all-white party was lit even without ThinTallTony". YNaija. 26 March 2017. Retrieved 28 March 2017.
  8. ↑ "#BBNaija Day 62: The White Party With DJ Lambo | 360Nobs.com". 360Nobs. Retrieved 29 April 2017.
  9. ↑ "DJ Lambo Speaks on #BeingFemaleInNigeria". Tush Magazine. 18 July 2015. Retrieved 18 March 2017.
  10. ↑ Amodeni, Adunni. "I Get A Lot Of Advances From Men - Says Popular Female DJ". Naij. Retrieved 29 April 2017.
  11. ↑ Amodeni, Adunni. "I Get A Lot Of Advances From Men - Says Popular Female DJ". Naij.
  12. ↑ "DJ Lambo: Meet the Nigerian female DJ taking over the world". Nigerian Entertainment Today. 4 October 2016. Retrieved 18 March 2017.
  13. ↑ "Smirnoff launches 'Equalizing Music' initiative". Event Magazine. Retrieved 29 April 2017.
  14. ↑ "Smirnoff & The Black Madonna Aim to Double Female Festival Headliners With Equalizing Music Initiative: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved 29 April 2017.
  15. ↑ "So Much Fun at the Smirnoff House Party with DJ Moonlait, DJ Spinall, DJ Garber & DJ Frizzie Lighting Up the House All Night". BellaNaija. Retrieved 29 April 2017.
  16. ↑ "Choc Boi Nation unveils DJ Lambo as President". BellaNaija.
  17. ↑ Igwe, H. "Here's Why DJ Lambo Is The Best Female DJ In Nigeria, Regardless Of The NEAs". Naij. Retrieved 29 April 2017.


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