Dammy Krane
| Dammy Krane | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel |
| Born |
c. 1992 Lagos, Nigeria |
| Origin | Yoruba Ethnic group, Nigeria |
| Genres | Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, Performer. |
| Years active | 2012 – present |
| Labels | Hypertek Digital, Usual Suspekt |
| Associated acts | Chidinma, 2face, Wizkid, |
Oyindamola Johnson Emmanuel (born in c. 1992 in Lagos, Nigeria), popularly known as Dammy Krane, is a Nigerian singer, composer and performer.[1] In January 2012, at age 20, he signed a record deal with Hypertek Records (currently Hypertek Digital / [[960 Music Group]/DMW]). He is most famous for his single hit "My Dear".[2]
He’s known for his melodic voice, engaging lyrics and his exciting genre of African alternative music. Dammy Krane has received numerous nominations[3] including The Next Rated[4] award at the Headies and won one Award, Rookie of the Year at the Headies 2012.[5]
Career
Oyindamola Johnson was born in Lagos,, Nigeria and originates from the Yoruba ethnic group in South-West Nigeria. Dammy Krane was born to an Oluwakemi Osodi (who was a manager in the fuji music industry at the time). Dammy Krane cites this as an early influence in his career. Starting music at age 6, joined the children’s choir and ministered in various churches. He went to Providence Heights secondary school where he was known for being an amazing dancer and performer. After graduating, Dammy Krane concentrated on his music and worked hard at his craft, eventually establishing himself as an act to watch
Inspired by artistes like Fela Kuti, Femi Kuti, Lagbaja, King Sunny Ade, 2face Idibia, D'Banj and Sauce kid, he started recording songs on his own and performing at various university shows with his ability to merge all genres of music.
He credits his signing to Hypertek Records to a chance meeting with 2face Idibia at a birthday party. He says 2face Idibia had seen him perform and made the decision to sign him.[2]
Discography
Singles
- 2010 "I Like Girls Feat Piper and Flowsickk"
- 2010 "Uni Girls"
- 2011 "Below"
- 2011 "Pooner"
- 2012 "My Dear"
- 2012 "Shalala Feat E.L."
- 2012 "Ligali feat. Pasuma"
- 2012 "Condom Sir (Gangnam Style Cover)"
- 2012 "My Dear"
- 2013 "Really Love You (Yvonne Nelson) Leak"
- 2013 "Gratitude"
- 2013 "Xteristics"
- 2013 "Lobatan"
- 2013 "Sabi Dance"
- 2014 "Throw Back"
- 2015 "Kayefi" featuring DJ Neptunes[6]
- 2015 "Tomorrow No Dey"
- 2016 "Solo"[7] Featuring Olamide
Videography
| Year | Title | Director | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Tomorrow No Dey | N/A | [8] |
References
- ↑ ReverbNation: Dammy Krane
- 1 2 Lukmon Akintola. "Chidinma is my dear –Dammy Krane". Daily Independent, Nigeria. Retrieved 10 May 2014.
- ↑ "BNM Red Alert: Dammy Krane". Retrieved 13 May 2014.
|first1=missing|last1=in Authors list (help) - ↑ "#Headies2013: Sean Tizzle wins 'Next Rated' award + N6.5 SUV...". thenetng.
- ↑ "THE HEADIES ROOKIE OF THE YEAR AWARD...". Retrieved 13 May 2014.
|first1=missing|last1=in Authors list (help) - ↑ "New Music Dammy Krane – 'Kayefi' ft. DJ Neptune". Pulse Nigeria. Joey Akan. Retrieved 18 June 2015.
- ↑ "New Music Dammy Krane - 'Solo' ft Olamide". Pulse.ng. Joey Akan. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
- ↑ "Dammy Krane Singer is an impatient romantic man in 'Tommorow no dey'". Pulse.com.gh. David Mawuli. Retrieved 16 February 2016.