SHiiKANE (/ʃɪˈkeɪn/) is a Nigerian-British female group made of three sisters, Twins HRH Shay Ifeanyichukwu, Princess Annamay Uchechukwu and sister Baby-Kay Nkemdilim.[1][2][3]
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria / London, UK |
| Genres | Afro-Pop, Nigerian Pop, Afrobeat, Jazz, Dance and R&B |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | M.A. Records |
| Members | Hrh Shay Ifeanyichukwu Princess Annamay Uchechukwu Baby Kay Nkemdilim |
Biography
editSHiiKANE originally from Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria; born and raised in London, UK.[4] The band was formed in 2005 while still attending schools in London. The group name derives from an amalgamation of their first names Shay, Kay and Annamay. SHiiKANE made their debut in 2013 with the release of their official debut Afurum Gi N'anya produced by Legendury Beatz. The group later teamed up with producer P2J in 2014 and released a track titled “SugaKANE” which was made “Song of the week” by Toolz of BeatFM 99.9 Lagos Nigeria.[5] Their music is influenced by different musical genres including R&B, Rock, Hip Hop, Soul and Gospel.
In 2017, SHiiKANE released their widely acclaimed song “Oga Police” produced by Kizzbeatz. The song became a viral hit across Africa specifically East Africa. in 2018 The group completed a successful tour in Tanzania, visiting Classic FM Tanzania and met with Vanessa Andre, Navy Kenzi and Ben Pol.[6] SHiiKANE recorded a song titled ‘Hayaa’ with Tanzanian artist Chin Bees produced by Goncher.[1] Latest releases from the group include '4 Lyf' produced by Blaisebeatz and 'WEREY' produced by Alhaji Tunja.
Discography
editAlbums
edit| Year | Album | Tracks | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Christmas With You (EP) |
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M.A.Records |
| 2018 | Christmas With You (Reloaded EP) |
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M.A.Records |
| 2019 | N.W.A (EP) |
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M.A.Records |
Singles
edit| Year | Song | Featured Artist | Producers | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Afurum Gi N’anya (I Love You)[7] | - | Legendury Beatz | - |
| 2013 | Omo Shelen Geh | - | Tee-Y Mix | - |
| 2013 | Silent Night | - | D-Boy | Christmas With You |
| 2014 | SugaKANE | - | P2J | - |
| 2014 | Sabi | Orezi Femi | Lirrupy | - |
| 2014 | Christmas With You | - | P2J | Christmas With You |
| 2015 | Sweedim | - | P2J | - |
| 2015 | Tuele | - | Dr. Amir | - |
| 2015 | Come Home | - | P2J | Christmas With You |
| 2016 | Tuele [Remix] | Orezi Femi | Dr. Amir | - |
| 2016 | Loke | - | Masterkraft | - |
| 2016 | Zuga | - | Gospelondebeatz | - |
| 2016 | Xmas Love | - | P2J | Christmas With You |
| 2017 | Oga Police[8] | - | Krizbeatz | - |
| 2017 | Loke [Remix] | StoneBwoy | Masterkraft | - |
| 2017 | Christmas Day[9] | - | Ashley Abigo | Christmas With You |
| 2018 | Answer Me | - | Dr. Amir, Shay Ifeanyichukwu | - |
| 2018 | Hayaa | Chin Bees | - | - |
| 2018 | Yeah Yeah (Lagos City) | DJ MEQ | DJ MEQ | - |
| 2018 | Yeah Yeah (Lagos City) [Extended Mix] | DJ MEQ | DJ MEQ | - |
| 2019 | This Year | - | BlaiseBeatz | N.W.A |
| 2023 | 4LYF | - | Blaisebeatz | - |
| 2024 | WEREY | - | Alhaji Tunga - Kizzotouch | - |
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Event | Award | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | BEFFTA Awards | Best Video | “Tuele” Directed by Director.Q & Moe Musa | Won |
| 2016 | NEA Award | Best Diaspora Artist | SHiiKANE | Nominated |
| 2016 | Chub Magazine Awards | Best Artist | SHiiKANE | Won |
| 2016 | IVEHS Award | Recognition of Contribution towards Cultural Awareness, Philanthropy, Social responsibility, humanitarian and Environmental Endeavour | SHiiKANE | Won |
| 2016 | Igbo Women Awards | Best Artist | SHiiKANE | Nominated |
| 2016 | Nigerian Music Video Awards | Most Popular Video - Europe | SHiiKANE | Nominated |
| 2016 | BEFFTA Awards | Best UK African Female | SHiiKANE | Won |
| 2016 | BEFFTA Awards | Best Female | SHiiKANE | Nominated |
| 2016 | BEFFTA Awards | Best Unsigned | SHiiKANE | Nominated |
| 2016 | BEFFTA Awards | Best Video | “Loke” Directed by Teekay & Kamcordings | Nominated |
| 2016 | BEFFTA Awards | Best Record Label | M.A.Records | Nominated |
Notable Performances
edit- Olic 3 (Olamide)
- D’banj & Tekno Miles UK Tour
- Olic 5 (Olamide)
- The 'City of David' concert (Davido Tour)
- GLW Fest 2018
- Kizz Daniel LIVE IN CONCERT (UK Tour) April 2019
References
edit- ^ Alhassan, Amina (17 Jan 2015). "We'll never break up - Shiikane". Daily Trust.
- ^ "Afrohits Catch Up With SHiiKANE! | The Beat London 103.6 FM". www.thebeat1036.com. Retrieved 2018-05-16.
- ^ "Leading African Girl Group 'SHiiKANE' release new Single "Answer Me" & Announce East African Media Tour". Showbizuganda. 2018-03-14. Retrieved 2018-05-20.
- ^ Akan, Joey. "It"s Girl Power Time! UK-based Nigerian Sexy Group "SHiiKANE" Drop New "SugaKANE" Video". Retrieved 2018-05-16.
- ^ Akan, Joey. "It"s Girl Power Time! UK-based Nigerian Sexy Group "SHiiKANE" Drop New "SugaKANE" Video". Retrieved 2018-05-20.
- ^ "African girl group SHiiKANE releases new single "Answer Me" - Capital Lifestyle". Capital Lifestyle. 2018-03-15. Retrieved 2018-05-20.
- ^ "Latest on HRH Shay - . Read on BellaNaija - May 18, 2018". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2018-05-20.
- ^ Solanke, Abiola. "Shiikane Oga Police produced by Krizbeatz". Retrieved 2018-05-16.
- ^ "SHiiKANE". SoundCloud. Retrieved 2018-05-16.