GROOVE AWARDS WINNERS 2011

The just concluded Groove Awards saw various new faces awarded for their efforts in the gospel arena. The highlight was when Daddy Owen gave his award for Male Artiste of the Year to Juliani saying, "he is an artiste who deserves it and is yet to be recognised for his efforts". This was Daddy Owen's fourth award for the evening after scooping three other award for his collaborative single Saluti that features other acts like Esther Wahome, Emmy Kosgei and Kambua. The awards include Collabo of the Year, Song of the Year and Video of the Year.



Other winners for the award included




Female Artiste of the Year went to Alice Kamande



Song Writer of the Year - Eunice Njeri.

DJ of the Year category - DJ Sadiq

Eastern song of the Year - John Mbaka for Mivango Ya Amaaitha

New Artiste of the Year - Marvelous

Central Song of the Year - Tigana na Andu



Album of the Year - Paul Mwai for Racing Up



Group of the Year - BMF

Artiste of the Year Uganda - Exodus

Gospel TV show of the Year - Crossover 101

Dance Group of the Year - Saints

Audio Producer of the Year - Dr Eddie

Skiza Ring Back Tone of the Year - Rose Muhando

Pwani Song Of Year - Marion Shako, Adonai

Burundi Artiste of the Year - Joy Nkundimana

Outstanding Contributor Award - Mary Atieno Ominde

Hip Hop song of the Year – Juliani





Artiste of the Year Southern Sudan - General Mannaseh Mathiang

Radio Presenter of the Year - Syombua Wa Mwele of Musyi FM





Tanzanian Artiste of the Year to Christina Shusho (Rose Muhando collects the award on behalf of the Christina)

Western Song of the Year - Linet Webukhulu for her song Vuyanzi



Rift Valley Song of the Year - Emily Chebet for her song Chesireret



Video Producer Of The Year Award - J Blessing

The Nyanza Song Of The Year Award - Carol Nyakwaka for the song Owinjore Gi Pako

Artiste of the year Rwandan - Blessed Sisters

Gospel Radio Show of the Year - Gospel Sunday on Milele FM

Worship Song of the Year - Paul Mwai for the track I'm On The Race




Reggae/Ragga category of the Year - Praise Him by Alemba and Sadiq

GROOVE AWARDS WINNERS 2011

The just concluded Groove Awards saw various new faces awarded for their efforts in the gospel arena. The highlight was when Daddy Owen gave his award for Male Artiste of the Year to Juliani saying, "he is an artiste who deserves it and is yet to be recognised for his efforts". This was Daddy Owen's fourth award for the evening after scooping three other award for his collaborative single Saluti that features other acts like Esther Wahome, Emmy Kosgei and Kambua. The awards include Collabo of the Year, Song of the Year and Video of the Year.



Other winners for the award included




Female Artiste of the Year went to Alice Kamande



Song Writer of the Year - Eunice Njeri.

DJ of the Year category - DJ Sadiq

Eastern song of the Year - John Mbaka for Mivango Ya Amaaitha

New Artiste of the Year - Marvelous

Central Song of the Year - Tigana na Andu



Album of the Year - Paul Mwai for Racing Up



Group of the Year - BMF

Artiste of the Year Uganda - Exodus

Gospel TV show of the Year - Crossover 101

Dance Group of the Year - Saints

Audio Producer of the Year - Dr Eddie

Skiza Ring Back Tone of the Year - Rose Muhando

Pwani Song Of Year - Marion Shako, Adonai

Burundi Artiste of the Year - Joy Nkundimana

Outstanding Contributor Award - Mary Atieno Ominde

Hip Hop song of the Year – Juliani





Artiste of the Year Southern Sudan - General Mannaseh Mathiang

Radio Presenter of the Year - Syombua Wa Mwele of Musyi FM





Tanzanian Artiste of the Year to Christina Shusho (Rose Muhando collects the award on behalf of the Christina)

Western Song of the Year - Linet Webukhulu for her song Vuyanzi



Rift Valley Song of the Year - Emily Chebet for her song Chesireret



Video Producer Of The Year Award - J Blessing

The Nyanza Song Of The Year Award - Carol Nyakwaka for the song Owinjore Gi Pako

Artiste of the year Rwandan - Blessed Sisters

Gospel Radio Show of the Year - Gospel Sunday on Milele FM

Worship Song of the Year - Paul Mwai for the track I'm On The Race




Reggae/Ragga category of the Year - Praise Him by Alemba and Sadiq

MEET KENYAN REP IN THE BIG BROTHER HOUSE

Come May 1, Kenya’s representatives in the Big Brother Amplified House willbe unveiled already half the list of the contestants has been released. According to the list that includes celebrities from the 14 countries includes Kenyan actress Millicent Mugadi.
The other contestants are also celebrities in their respective countries. They include a TV broadcaster from Tanzania, Bhoke, artiste Sharon O from Uganda, nightclub manager Confidence from Ghana, singer and student Hanni from Ethiopia, rapper and Radio host Herminio from Mozambique, artiste and marketing manager Jossy from Namibia, radio and club DJ Lomwe from Malawi, actor and acting coach Luclay from South Africa, radio DJ Mumba from Zambia, model Vimbai from Zimbabwe, radio presenter Vina from Nigeria, TV presenter and model Weza from Angola and entrepreneur, artist and marketer Zeus from Botswana.

Millicent has starred in many movies, the recent one being the Esther Arunga–Hellon parody dubbed Me, My Wife and Her Guru by Jitu Films. She plays the submissive and star-struck secretary, Esther, to the Guru played by Ian Mbugua, the Tusker Project Fame judge. Millicent is not new to the world of acting; she was in the TV drama The Team where she played Team Captain Johari.




Last year, the movie featuring Millicent and two popular Nollywood stars was released. It was titled Behind Closed Doors and starred Nigerian hunk Mike Ezuruonye and Tuface's baby mama Annie Macauley. Tomorrow’s opening will be headlined by American rapper Busta Rhymes in the two-hour launch show.The Guru, a narcissistic man, uses his charms and 'juju' to hypnotise his secretary, Esther (Millicent Mugadi) and a news anchor Angela (Liz Njagah).



Anyhow, hip hop superstar Busta Rhymes will headline the two-hour launch show. Busta Rhymes has been setting the standard as a rapper and hip-hop icon, having collaborated with stars such as Diddy, Pharrell, Janet Jackson, Chris Brown & Lil Wayne, including featuring on Tisto and Diplo track "C'mon (Catch 'Em By Surprise). He has also made several appearances on the big screen including roles on Shaft, Finding Forrester and Halloween Resurrection. His 2006 album, The Big Bang, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. Seen by many as a living legend, the artist most recently formed his own record label, The Conglomerate, which he partnered with his artist , J Doe and Reek the Villain on the soon to be released movie soundtrack of the Fast & Furious 5 “This is How We Roll” (remix). Busta Rhymes continues to cement his position in the industry as one of the most undeniable performers of all time!

MEET KENYAN REP IN THE BIG BROTHER HOUSE

Come May 1, Kenya’s representatives in the Big Brother Amplified House willbe unveiled already half the list of the contestants has been released. According to the list that includes celebrities from the 14 countries includes Kenyan actress Millicent Mugadi.
The other contestants are also celebrities in their respective countries. They include a TV broadcaster from Tanzania, Bhoke, artiste Sharon O from Uganda, nightclub manager Confidence from Ghana, singer and student Hanni from Ethiopia, rapper and Radio host Herminio from Mozambique, artiste and marketing manager Jossy from Namibia, radio and club DJ Lomwe from Malawi, actor and acting coach Luclay from South Africa, radio DJ Mumba from Zambia, model Vimbai from Zimbabwe, radio presenter Vina from Nigeria, TV presenter and model Weza from Angola and entrepreneur, artist and marketer Zeus from Botswana.

Millicent has starred in many movies, the recent one being the Esther Arunga–Hellon parody dubbed Me, My Wife and Her Guru by Jitu Films. She plays the submissive and star-struck secretary, Esther, to the Guru played by Ian Mbugua, the Tusker Project Fame judge. Millicent is not new to the world of acting; she was in the TV drama The Team where she played Team Captain Johari.




Last year, the movie featuring Millicent and two popular Nollywood stars was released. It was titled Behind Closed Doors and starred Nigerian hunk Mike Ezuruonye and Tuface's baby mama Annie Macauley. Tomorrow’s opening will be headlined by American rapper Busta Rhymes in the two-hour launch show.The Guru, a narcissistic man, uses his charms and 'juju' to hypnotise his secretary, Esther (Millicent Mugadi) and a news anchor Angela (Liz Njagah).



Anyhow, hip hop superstar Busta Rhymes will headline the two-hour launch show. Busta Rhymes has been setting the standard as a rapper and hip-hop icon, having collaborated with stars such as Diddy, Pharrell, Janet Jackson, Chris Brown & Lil Wayne, including featuring on Tisto and Diplo track "C'mon (Catch 'Em By Surprise). He has also made several appearances on the big screen including roles on Shaft, Finding Forrester and Halloween Resurrection. His 2006 album, The Big Bang, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. Seen by many as a living legend, the artist most recently formed his own record label, The Conglomerate, which he partnered with his artist , J Doe and Reek the Villain on the soon to be released movie soundtrack of the Fast & Furious 5 “This is How We Roll” (remix). Busta Rhymes continues to cement his position in the industry as one of the most undeniable performers of all time!

STL JETS TO DUSSELDORF FOR EUROVISION SEMI’S

Kenyan rapper based in Norway STL - real name Stella Mwangi - jetted out to Germany well in advance of the Euro Vision semi finals at Dusseldorf on May 10.
The Favourite hitmaker will represent Norway at the Esprit Arena where she will perform her latest single Haba Haba.
She will compete against Albania, Finland, Georgia, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland, Armenia, Poland and Turkey before proceeding to the finals on May 12 where 25 countries will compete.
STL who is famed for hits like Take It Back and Biashara has had some of her songs used as soundtracks in films like American Pie, Save the Last Dance, and CSI New York.

STL JETS TO DUSSELDORF FOR EUROVISION SEMI’S

Kenyan rapper based in Norway STL - real name Stella Mwangi - jetted out to Germany well in advance of the Euro Vision semi finals at Dusseldorf on May 10.
The Favourite hitmaker will represent Norway at the Esprit Arena where she will perform her latest single Haba Haba.
She will compete against Albania, Finland, Georgia, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland, Armenia, Poland and Turkey before proceeding to the finals on May 12 where 25 countries will compete.
STL who is famed for hits like Take It Back and Biashara has had some of her songs used as soundtracks in films like American Pie, Save the Last Dance, and CSI New York.

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

The new BMW 1-Series M Coupe has been developed for near-perfect balance and a large, square footprint. It is 71 inches (1803mm) wide – 4.8 inches (122mm) wider than its 1988 M3 ancestor – yet only 1.3 inches (33mm) longer at 172.4 inches (4379mm) long. The new BMW 1-Series M Coupe weighs in at 1,495kg DIN (3,296 lbs, preliminary), and features a 104.7-inch (2659mm) wheelbase, three inches longer than the 1988 M3. Front and rear track widths are exactly the same on the BMW 1-Series M Coupe at 60.7 inches (1542mm) each. Compared to the 2011 BMW 135i Coupe, the BMW 1-Series M Coupe is 0.2 inches (5mm) longer, 2.1 inches (53mm) wider, 0.5 inches (13mm) taller, and rides on the same 104.7 inch (2659mm) wheelbase. It features a track 2.8 inches (71mm) wider up front and 1.8 inches (46mm) wider in the rear, and weighs 35kg DIN (77 lbs, preliminary) less.

The new BMW 1-Series M Coupe features a high-strength steel unibody, with unique, widened fenders and rear quarter panels to house the substantially widened track. It also features a metal roof panel which saves about 35 lbs (15kg) compared to BMW 1-Series models equipped with a moonroof. The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe, constructed as one of BMW’s most performance-oriented vehicles in recent years, will not be offered with a moonroof. This weight savings – at the tallest point of the vehicle – provides a corresponding drop in the center of gravity, which contributes to improved driving dynamics. It also helps maximize head room (or helmet room, as the case may be).

The BMW 1-Series M Coupe is equipped with the M-specific, light-alloy cross-spoke wheels from the M3 Competition Package and limited-production M3 GTS. They measure 19 x 9 inches with 245/35/R19 low-profile tires at the front and 19 x 10 inches with 265/35/R19 tires at the rear, and are silver in color.

The heart of every BMW is the engine, and so an inline-6 with outstanding performance, free-revving behavior, and endless thrust propels the BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The concept is familiar: in the model history of BMW M, the high-revving inline-6 is one of the classic engine formats. In the second and third generations of BMW M3, the inline-6 became famous for combining high output, razor-sharp response, and sonorous sounds. In the BMW 1-Series M Coupe, the inline-6 engine concept is realized in its most up-to-date form.

The twin-turbocharged, all-aluminum, 3.0-liter inline-6 engine is characterized by instantaneous response to the accelerator pedal, fantastic sounds, and a free-revving spirit. The combination of twin low-mass turbochargers and BMW’s High Precision direct injection offers an output a naturally-aspirated engine would only be able to provide through more cylinders and larger displacement.

The turbocharger system developed for the engine of the new BMW 1-Series M Coupe maintains a high output throughout the entire engine speed range. Maximum output of 335 hp (250 kW) is delivered at 5,900 rpm. Nominal peak torque is 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) from 1,500 rpm to 4,500 rpm. Redline is 7,000 rpm. The enhanced engine management system of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe includes an electronically-controlled overboost function to briefly increase torque under full load by another 37 lb-ft (50 Nm). This temporary torque peak of 369 lb-ft gives the car a substantial increase in acceleration. The BMW 1-Series M Coupe will complete the sprint from a standstill to 60 mph in just 4.7 seconds (0-100 kmh in 4.9 seconds). The standing quarter-mile mark comes up in 13.2 seconds. Top speed is limited electronically to 155 mph (250 kmh).

The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe will be available in limited quantities and with a limited range of options at Authorized BMW Centers in Spring, 2011.

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe ictures Gallery

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

2011 BMW-1 Series M Coupe Headlights View

2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe

2011 BMW-1 Series M Coupe Dashboard View

2011 BMW-1-Series-M Coupe Taillight View

2011 BMW 1-series M coupeinstrument cluster

2011 BMW-1 Series-M Coupe Rear View

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

The new BMW 1-Series M Coupe has been developed for near-perfect balance and a large, square footprint. It is 71 inches (1803mm) wide – 4.8 inches (122mm) wider than its 1988 M3 ancestor – yet only 1.3 inches (33mm) longer at 172.4 inches (4379mm) long. The new BMW 1-Series M Coupe weighs in at 1,495kg DIN (3,296 lbs, preliminary), and features a 104.7-inch (2659mm) wheelbase, three inches longer than the 1988 M3. Front and rear track widths are exactly the same on the BMW 1-Series M Coupe at 60.7 inches (1542mm) each. Compared to the 2011 BMW 135i Coupe, the BMW 1-Series M Coupe is 0.2 inches (5mm) longer, 2.1 inches (53mm) wider, 0.5 inches (13mm) taller, and rides on the same 104.7 inch (2659mm) wheelbase. It features a track 2.8 inches (71mm) wider up front and 1.8 inches (46mm) wider in the rear, and weighs 35kg DIN (77 lbs, preliminary) less.

The new BMW 1-Series M Coupe features a high-strength steel unibody, with unique, widened fenders and rear quarter panels to house the substantially widened track. It also features a metal roof panel which saves about 35 lbs (15kg) compared to BMW 1-Series models equipped with a moonroof. The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe, constructed as one of BMW’s most performance-oriented vehicles in recent years, will not be offered with a moonroof. This weight savings – at the tallest point of the vehicle – provides a corresponding drop in the center of gravity, which contributes to improved driving dynamics. It also helps maximize head room (or helmet room, as the case may be).

The BMW 1-Series M Coupe is equipped with the M-specific, light-alloy cross-spoke wheels from the M3 Competition Package and limited-production M3 GTS. They measure 19 x 9 inches with 245/35/R19 low-profile tires at the front and 19 x 10 inches with 265/35/R19 tires at the rear, and are silver in color.

The heart of every BMW is the engine, and so an inline-6 with outstanding performance, free-revving behavior, and endless thrust propels the BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The concept is familiar: in the model history of BMW M, the high-revving inline-6 is one of the classic engine formats. In the second and third generations of BMW M3, the inline-6 became famous for combining high output, razor-sharp response, and sonorous sounds. In the BMW 1-Series M Coupe, the inline-6 engine concept is realized in its most up-to-date form.

The twin-turbocharged, all-aluminum, 3.0-liter inline-6 engine is characterized by instantaneous response to the accelerator pedal, fantastic sounds, and a free-revving spirit. The combination of twin low-mass turbochargers and BMW’s High Precision direct injection offers an output a naturally-aspirated engine would only be able to provide through more cylinders and larger displacement.

The turbocharger system developed for the engine of the new BMW 1-Series M Coupe maintains a high output throughout the entire engine speed range. Maximum output of 335 hp (250 kW) is delivered at 5,900 rpm. Nominal peak torque is 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) from 1,500 rpm to 4,500 rpm. Redline is 7,000 rpm. The enhanced engine management system of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe includes an electronically-controlled overboost function to briefly increase torque under full load by another 37 lb-ft (50 Nm). This temporary torque peak of 369 lb-ft gives the car a substantial increase in acceleration. The BMW 1-Series M Coupe will complete the sprint from a standstill to 60 mph in just 4.7 seconds (0-100 kmh in 4.9 seconds). The standing quarter-mile mark comes up in 13.2 seconds. Top speed is limited electronically to 155 mph (250 kmh).

The 2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe will be available in limited quantities and with a limited range of options at Authorized BMW Centers in Spring, 2011.

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe ictures Gallery

2011 BMW 1-Series M Coupe

2011 BMW-1 Series M Coupe Headlights View

2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe

2011 BMW-1 Series M Coupe Dashboard View

2011 BMW-1-Series-M Coupe Taillight View

2011 BMW 1-series M coupeinstrument cluster

2011 BMW-1 Series-M Coupe Rear View

2011 Oullim Motors Spirra

It took over nine years to complete, but the Spirra - South Korea’s very first supercar - is now ready to be unveiled. Originally the Proto Spirra, this supercar is now the Oullim Spirra due to Oullim’s purchase of Proto back in 2007. It wasn’t without any rough patches, but manufacturer Oullim Motors now has its eyes set for an unveiling very soon.

Powered by a 2.7-liter V6 Hyundai that’s sourced with four different outputs, the Spirra’s low-end line will produce 173hp and 245Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. The next model configuration will come with a small turbo that pushes up the performance to 326hp and 471Nm, while the third level pushes the output even further to around 402hp and 490Nm. The highest end and most powerful version will come with twin-turbos that produce somewhere around 444hp to 493hp and a maximum torque of 539Nm. This top-of-the-line version also comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox and goes from 0-60 mph in just a little over 3.5 seconds with a top speed of around 186mph.

The 2,600lb Spirra is constructed entirely by hand using pretty expensive materials, like carbon fiber, for the supercar’s body. Seeing that the market for locally-manufactured supercars are still slim pickings in South Korea, the Spirra’s unveiling will be a breakthrough for a country that’s slowly making head-way in the auto industry as being one of the foremost producers of quality cars in the world.

UPDATE 04/25/2011: Oullim Motors has unveiled a video detailing all of the steps they have to take to build their phenomenal hand-built supercar. This isn’t your typical machine-made, mass produced vehicle; plenty of TLC goes into every model made

2011 Oullim Motors Spirra Wallpapers Gallery

2011 Oullim Motors Spirra Wallpaper

2011 Oullim Motors Spirra Wallpaper

2011 Oullim Motors Spirra Wallpaper

2011 Oullim Motors Spirra Wallpaper