Fresh of opening for Usher at Bukit Jalil Stadium last week, Mizz Nina is all set for the album launch, TOMORROW (17 July 2010)!

And unless you’ve been inhabiting a rock off the Pacific Islands, you would’ve definitely been caught by and addicted to the infectious song that is “What You Waiting For” (music video on Youtube here).

Released March 2010, “What You Waiting For” has dominated Malaysian airwaves and received LOTS of airplays on local station shows including Carta Negara on XFM, The Freaky Fly 30 (Fly FM) and MET 10 (Hitz.fm). Not only that, the single is international, too! In the US, the R&B starlet’s single has also been getting airplays on Wild 104.9 (KKWD) and 102.3 KJLH.

Can’t wait to get our hands on the album.

Mizz Nina’s “What You Waiting For” album launch takes place on July 17 (5pm-7pm) at Zouk Club, Jalan Ampang, KL, with a special appearance by singer Colby O’Donis. Admission is free. For details, call 012-268 9111, e-mail yaiz@yzinternational.com. Alternatively, browse yzinternational.com.

Do check out Mizz Nina’s Facebook page as well for regular updates.

Read more about her and what she’s been up to on The Star’s recent article on her here.

Junk Online also has a piece on her. Read here.

The Nike All Stars – “We Run It” music video is now released!

Featuring Nike All Stars Joe Flizzow, Moots & JD Pop Shuvit, Andy & Rich Estranged, Izal One Buck Short, MizzNina, Arabyrd, Jin Hackman and DJ Fuzz, the music video exuberates grandeur swagger and flying sporting spirit from start to finish.

Image from MizzNina.com

We don’t really know the locations in the music video for sure just yet but the music video begins in an alley very much reminiscent of those found in between the streets of Rio de Janerio, one of the footballing capitals of the world.

And then “the war” begins. The neighbourhood kids, split between the Red army and the Blue army, start pouring in and setting up the stage for a straight up street football match on what appears to be an abandoned construction site.

The Nike All Stars feature throughtout the music video as the match goes on, bringing their unique rappling/singing style to the table for an intriguing mix of musical influences.

A couple of Malaysia national football team players are spotted in the video and even Mr. Rajagobal made a cameo appearance!

Directed by Nam II Cho and produced by Edwin Raj, we were pretty much blown away by the cinematography and direction of the music video.

So who triumphs in the end, the Blue army or the Red army? Only one way to find out, ladies and gentlemen.

Fly Fm DJ, R&B Singer Songwriter. Grrr for tiger 2010. A clear rip off from her Madu Tiger bio on Twitter. But for good reason though since it describes who Hunny Madu is, quite fittingly.

Starting off with Admonition, a group that with a decent run in Blast Off Season 1 (2004), Hunny Madu is now a DJ on Fly FM [10am-1pm (Monday-Friday) and 7-8pm (every Sunday)] and very much into the music scene these days.

Image from Hunny Madu’s Facebook page

Our first encounter with the talented songstress was at the 3R Futsal competition back in November 2009 where she performed to help raise awareness about HIV Aids, the theme of the futsal competition that day at Sportsplanet Ampang. She was even nice enough to pose for a picture with one of us before her performance.

Equipped with a soulful, unique voice and wicked/mad/dope dancing skills, Hunny Madu looks to be on the way to making her mark on Malaysia’s national music scene,  working hard at what she does, often performing alongside her dancers, Selektaz.

As of late, she has been showcasing her latest creative offering titled “Miss Strong” in shows across Malaysia including at the Hot FM Big Jam 2010 in Penang. Check out the Miss Strong video below.

Oh and and latest news (yesterday) from her personal and Fly FM blog state that she is getting hitched next weekend. Yes fellas, starting bawling like babies.

Congratulations to Hunny Madu and her soon-to-be husband, God willing.

Grrr for tiger 2010.

Image from SSK’s Facebook page

Made up of lyricists NBE, Saph and their esteemed DJ, DJ Jocular, SSK (Serius Selamba Krew) is making waves in the local hip hop scene with their fresh brand of music, Malay hip hop with a twist. Moving away from the awkward and usually formal sounding rhymes of Malay hip hop, SSK’s tracks are presented in bahasa pasar, making their songs more “understandable” and to a large degree, more fun to listen to.

As part of the acclaimed Malaysian hip hop crew, Rogue Squadron, SSK have released a self-funded EP title RM and have received rave reviews on their debut gem. Consisting of 8 sure-to-catch-your-attention titled tracks, a whole host of other talented rappers were on board RM including Sipanitera from Pendeta, Wordsmanifest, hqa, Illson from The Rebel Scum, Illevate from Poetry Phalanx, Kryptik, Fsyh-I and also ‘spoken word’ duo Dizzy and The.

Head on to their MySpace page for a taste of what they have to offer here. While you’re at that, SSK are also offering a FREE track titled “Takde Ong” which you can download F.O.C here.

Read interview on SSK by MSN Malaysia here.

Don’t miss out on their hot EP (priced at ONLY RM10). Here’s how:-

• Fariz NBE (017-2720277) (Mana2 stesyen LRT, Putra, Pavilion, The Curve, Cheras)
• Farid Saph (014-6439666) (Ampang, Jaya 1, Wangsa Maju dan kawasan sekitar)
• Jocular (017-2820530) (PJ, TTDI and other elite locations)

So it’s especially good to kick things back into motion with a single announcement by one of Malaysia’s brightest, most genuine and talented artist most commonly known as  Altimet.

Image from Altimet’s FB fanpage

The man’s latest offering titled “Syukur” (from his most recent album Jian) brings to the Malaysian hip-hop scene a refreshing feel and sound, coupled with positive messages of gratitude, hope and , giving the genre a much needed momentary departure from just money and booty. We definitely don’t mind either but you know what we mean right?

In “Syukur”, Altimet tells the story of the everyday man’s (and woman’s) struggle to provide and  make an honest living in the city. “Dari tauke besar hingga kerani, semua punya niat sama di hati,” he raps.

What makes “Syukur” a winner is the blatant opportunity for listeners to connect with the song, being able to relate to it simply because everyone goes through what Altimet raps about in this gem of his.

Throw in a solid and catchy beat and ow we’re definitely looking forward to “Syukur” topping playlists across Malaysia.

The music video for “Syukur”, shot beautifully in black and white, speaks volumes in representing Kuala Lumpur city and Malaysia. Featured in the video are the streets and iconic sites of our amazing capital city. Watch out for the cool cameos as well. Produced by Kartel Records, “Syukur” was directed by Kroll for Phuture Phlow Films.

Do yourself a favour, have a view and listen. And prepare to be inspired.