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E-NEWS: Delta Born Super star “Martins Smooth” Brief Career history Over the years ‘THE MAN MARTINS SMOOTH’
Sargent Martins Oghenetekevwe, stage named, Martins Smooth is one vivacious artist in the Nigerian music industry. His musical career dates back to childhood when his love for music, irrespective of the brand was like an harmattan fire, unquenchable. He performs every song without stress having rehearsed in private with fine sensibility and creativity.This endeared him to everyone in his milieu. One exceptional traits that distinguishes him from other artists is, his ability to play a variety of musical instruments, interprete musical rhyme and cadence despite its complexity. At a very tender age he developed unalloyed passion for musical instruments. He started drumming with peak milk cup, constructing local guitar with twine and others with gripping fascination.These musical baptismal experiences shape his insight to music. It also propel his drive and passion to impact humanity with his brand of music.Today, he is a professional guitarist whose artistic grandeur and onion is with boundless admiration.
Martins Smooth, over the years, has channeled his gifting in the worship of God and in service to humanity. He was born in the church and loves God passionately. For him, the church is the most appealing place. The church turned out to be the incubator that launched him to the level he is in now.He sang with great ecstasy and passion to usher congregants into the realm of God’s glory. His passion to make a point in the entertainment industry kept him going despite the challenges and hurdles he was posed with because of his poor background. Many looked down on him and never saw anything good in him despite his unrivalled display of musical artistry. Despite the ups and downs and confrontations from friends and families for him to relinguish his vision, he held on tenaciously to it and refused to be derailed from the goal. He didn’t stopped there, rather, he believed in himself and stayed on course with the confidence that one day his voice will be heard and listened to in the world over. At last, his name is becoming known and widely embraced.
Notably, the vision to seize the stage with his style of music came into full glare in 2003 while he was rounding off his junior Secondary school education. However, his professional musical career dates back to Delta State University when he met a friend named Michael, a guitarist and singer with great aura. It was through him he discovered there were countless feats he could achieve in and through music. The discovery of a common goal yoked them together. They set out in unison to attain a consummate mastery of the nitty-gritty of praiseworthy and creditable music. They rehearsed together and performed severally at students’ week in the year 2011/2012 and subsequent years. After their creditable performances which won the applaud of all present, they continued in their overt curiosity and defined conception of entertainment and music.
Martins Smooth is a graduate of Economics from the Delta State University, Abraka. His musical band, comprising unique voice doyens was birthed in 2015 after his service to his fatherland. Interestingly, he has risen from nothing to something in the music industry because of his passion, creativity, dogged determination, dominating influence, edifying lyrics and rare composition style. Interestingly, he has become the centre of attraction on the social media (facebook , Instagram and twitter) and daily gaining more followers and popularity.
His five years on stage has been trailed with elephantine footsteps and gargantuan acheivements. To begin with, he wrote the welcome back song for one of the greatest political gladiator in South South Nigeria, His Excellency Chief James Onanefe Ibori in the year 2017. The song titled ‘Ibori the legend’ was a hit and heralded the triumphant entry of a political exemplar to his home after so many years of false detainment. He was also the major artist at the passing out ceremony of STEP AND YAGEP trainees IN 2016 This caught the attention of the Governor of Delta State and the then Honorable Commisioner for information, Ogueshi Patrick Ukah. This brought him close to the corridor of power and paved way for him being among the artists who later performed at the series of campaign in the 2019 elections in Delta state. He has also performed on same stage with prominent artists like Harrysong and Timaya at different fora. The most recent was during the 2019 PDP Presidential and Governorship camapigans in Delta state. Again he performed along side with Teni Makanaki and Harrysong during the official opening of Club De Ja Vu in Victoria Garden City, Ajah, Lagos.
Martins Smooth is an artist with an exemplary conduct. He is known for his philanthropic gestures. He is also the host of the Pride of Ethiope and Delta show.
We felicitate with him on his 5 Years Anniversary on stage. Congratulations, Martins Smooth. #OluwaWroteyourStoyLongAgo.
The Nigerian entertainment scene is set for another exciting celebration of music and emerging talent as G Sound Studio presents the Lagos Next Star Music Festival & Talent Hunt 2026, an event designed to discover, showcase, and support the next generation of music stars.
With its focus on discovering talent and providing practical creative opportunities, the Lagos Next Star Music Festival & Talent Hunt 2026 invites aspiring musicians to step forward and showcase what they can offer.
For artists seeking a platform to perform, build connections, and pursue greater recognition, the event could be an opportunity to put their talent in the spotlight.
Interested participants and attendees should contact the organizers directly to confirm registration requirements, prize conditions, and other event details ahead of the festival.
Organized under the theme “Where Talent Meets the Spotlight,” the festival aims to provide aspiring musicians with an opportunity to showcase their abilities, connect with the entertainment community, and take a step toward greater visibility in the Nigerian music industry.
One of the major highlights of the Lagos Next Star Music Festival & Talent Hunt is its talent competition, which offers opportunities for participants to compete for first, second, and third-place prizes.
According to the event promotional materials, winners can look forward to valuable career-support opportunities, including free studio sessions, free music production, free music promotion, and a free video shoot.
These opportunities could help upcoming artists improve their sound, strengthen their musical identity, and gain exposure as they work toward building sustainable music careers.
The event also encourages aspiring performers to take advantage of the platform to demonstrate their creativity, stage presence, originality, and musical potential.
Registration Details and Participationd 👇
Interested talents are invited to register for the competition. The advertised registration fee is ₦10,000.
Prospective participants are encouraged to contact the organizers through the official social media handles or the WhatsApp contact provided on the event flyer to obtain the registration form and confirm the participation requirements.
Registration and enquiries:
- Instagram: @dmartin_opchial
- Instagram: @gsoundoftheyearstudio
- WhatsApp: +234 902 195 7914
- Email: Dmartinprobeat@gmail.com
Beyond the talent hunt, the festival is expected to bring together music lovers, performers, creatives, and entertainment enthusiasts for an evening of live performances and networking.
The event flyer lists several performing artists, including Ovuemax, Mohyen, Sanny Gee, Kushflow 15, Diago, Evron Diver, Milli Moree, Pehgy, Sherico, Egbebomo, Younglucki, and Dmartinpro.
The red carpet is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM, while the main show is scheduled for 8:00 PM.
With a combination of emerging performers, a competitive talent showcase, and music industry opportunities, the festival is positioning itself as a platform for aspiring artists looking to take their next step.
Event Details At A Glance 👇
- Event: Lagos Next Star Music Festival & Talent Hunt 2026
- Presented by: G Sound Studio
- Date: Saturday, November 28, 2026
- Red carpet: 6:00 PM
- Main show: 8:00 PM
- Venue: De City Lounge, 108 Badore Road, opposite Regal Star School, Badore, Ajah, Lagos
- Registration fee: ₦10,000, as advertised
- Talent hunt prizes: First, second and third-place prizes, with additional creative opportunities advertised for winners
Stay connected to Blow Naija Media for more entertainment news, music updates, artist features, and events from across Nigeria.
Rising Nigerian Afro-Pop artist Emmanuel Oghenekevwe, widely known as Emerson and now requesting to be addressed as Emersonnoni, has released a fresh set of promotional photographs ahead of his next musical project.
The visuals mark a confident step forward for the Ughelli South, Delta State native, who has been steadily building momentum since the February 2026 release of his single Ask Of Emerson (featuring Snazzygrin).
That track, produced by Gluck Beatz and written by Oghene Kevwe Emmanuel, showcased his blend of Afro-Pop energy, storytelling, and contemporary Nigerian sound.
With the new promo images, Emersonnoni appears to be setting the tone for a more defined personal brand.
MAIDEN MOEISHA CREATIVE EXPERIENCE HOLDS THIS FRIDAY
Utibe Utuk
All is set to host a gathering of artists,innovators,creative entrepreneurs,young talents,students and industry professionals as the MOEISHA Creative Experience 2026 takes center stage.
The event, which brings together diverse voices and ideas around art,technology,culture and the future of the creative economy is scheduled for Friday,September 25th from 4pm,toprovide a platform for participants to connect,share ideas,showcase their creativity and explore emerging opportunities at the intersection of art,innovation and technology at Ibom LED Centre.
A major feature of the gathering will be the official launch of The Moeisha Foundation,an initiative focused on empowering young women and fresh school leavers with creative skills and opportunities in digital entrepreneurship.
The foundation is expected to provide opportunities for young people to develop practical skills,discover their creative potential and explore sustainable pathways within the growing digital economy.
Beyond the celebration of creative expression,the MOEISHA Creative Experience is designed to promote networking,collaboration and knowledge sharing among participants from different areas of the creative industry.
The event will take place at Ibom LED,Ibom E-Library,Ibb Way,Uyo,Akwa Ibom State,with free entry for participants. Artists,students,young entrepreneurs,industry professionals and lovers of culture are expected to attend the gathering.
Some of the speakers and panelists to grace the event are Mandu Akpekong (Public Speaker), Sukmama Akpanusong (Tech Entrepreneur),Utonne Ekefre (CEO Latonne Signature) and Emmanuel Udosen (CEO Coddatech Nigeria Ltd), with performances by Udo Mariam, Psc Ben, Ferric Wondaz, Carlos Umoh and Evelyn Praiz to spice up the evening.
The convener,Mekmfonabasi Essien,an artist,creative visionary and curator,said in a chat with this reporter penultimate week that the event was conceived as an avenue to bring people together and create opportunities for meaningful connections within the creative space.
According to her,for a creative community like Uyo,which continues to explore new ways of turning talent and ideas into opportunities,the MOEISHA Creative Experience 2026 provides an avenue for participants to connect,create and discover new possibilities.
She called on young people in Akwa Ibom and neighbouring cities to take advantage of the gathering,describing it as a networking hub capable of opening doors for greater collaboration and creative partnerships.
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