9ice

About

The artist 9ice, known for his versatility, proverbial lyrics and unique style, started his singing and writing career at the age of 14. 

Born Abolore Akande on January 17, 1980, 9ice conveys with his music a new ethnic flavour and eclectic style that is uniquely his. 

Years of studying the industry and refining his skills, has helped him to develop his musical ideology and style. His powerful use of the Yoruba language and his lyrical abilities set him apart from most artists in his genre. 

This unique style is evident in all his work, including his hit songs Gongo Aso, Little Money, Ganja Man, Talent Dey Waste as well as on collaborations like the song Ruggedy Baba a hit track he did with Nigeria’s RuggedMan. 

9ice, whose hit single Gongo Aso from his sophomore album has become a sort of national anthem in his home country, aspires to raise his game, push the creative envelope and transcend music stereotypes. 

He is working hard to build a solid, outstanding body of work that hopefully will outlive him. He aims in all ways to become a reference point for Nigerian artistes anywhere. Reminiscent of Fela, Youssour Ndour and Angelique Kidjo, he hopes to someday become a cultural ambassador with his music. He believes consistency, originality as well as old-fashioned hard work are the keys to achieving all these. 

His musical influences range from Wyclef Jean to the Miliki Maestro, Ebenezer Obey.