IYANYA DUMPED HIS RECORD LABEL FOR MAVIN RECORDS

2008 MTN project fame winner, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, popularly known as Iyanya with the hit track “Kukere” dumped his record label and joined Mavin records own by Don Jazzy The announcement also signalled the release of a new single, called “Up to Something’’ featuring Don Jazzy and Dr. Sid. In his tweet on Monday, Iyanya said, “Marvin Activated!’’. Don Jazzy said SMD is pleased to welcome Iyanya to the Mavin Family. Pls join us to welcome him and let the world know. Don Jazzy announced that Iyanya is now a part of the Mavin family joining Reekado Banks, Korede Bello, Di’Ja, D’Prince, and Dr. Sid.

Born on Oct 31st 1986, Iyanya was formally with a record label called MMMG, Made Men Music Group. His deal with Don Jazzy has been sealed, signals a new turn for the singer who has spent the past 6 years running his record label, in partnership with his manager and partner, Ubi Franklin. Iyanya, until his decision to quit, was a co-owner of MMMG, an outfit he runs with his manager and friend, Ubi Franklin. The duo set up the record label in 2011, where they have Tekno, Selebobo, Mr. Chibbz, and Tonye Garrick all signed. Iyanya released his debut studio album, My Story in 2011 and supported by the singles “No Time” and “Love Truly”. Desire, his second studio album, contained the singles “Kukere”, “Ur Waist”, “Flavour”, “Sexy Mama”, and “Jombolo”. He won the Artist of the Year award at The Headies 2013.