Solidstar
{{Short description|Nigerian singer (born 1988)}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=March 2022}}
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Solid Star
| image = Solid Star.jpeg
| birth_name = Joshua Iniyezo
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1988|11|08|df=y}}
| birth_place = Delta State, Nigeria
| origin = Isoko South, Aviara, Nigeria
| genre = {{flatlist|
}}
| occupation = {{flatlist|
- Singer
- songwriter
}}
| years_active = 2010–present
| label = Shaba Entertainment{{cite web |url=https://punchng.com/why-i-left-achievas-music-solidstar/|title= Why I left Achievas Music – Solidstar|author=Olushola Ricketts|date= 20 May 2018}}
| associated_acts = Tiwa Savage, Korrekt, 2face Idibia, Flavour N'abania, Timaya, Davido, Flavour, Jojo
| website = {{URL|achievasng.com/}}
}}
Joshua Iniyezo (born 8 November 1988), better known by his stage name SolidStar Isoko or simply SolidStar, is a Nigerian singer. He began his musical career as a drummer for a local church in his hometown of Delta State. SolidStar is popularly known across Nigeria and Africa for his hit song "One in a Million". He got signed by Ossy Achievas.
In 2010, he released his debut album One in a Million which went on to become a huge hit. The remix of the single "One in a Million" there after featuring Africa's legend 2face Idibia. He has followed up this feat with several hit singles later on down the line.
Early life
SolidStar, who is known for his ability to sing fluently in English, Isoko and Igbo, was born in Delta State, Nigeria, to Mr. and Mrs. Iniyezo. His family originated from Aviara town.{{cite web |url=http://www.solidstarmusic.com|title= SolidStar Isoko's Official Website}} SolidStar began his music career at the age of 14 when he started playing the drums for his church choir in Aviara. He was discovered a few years later at a music talent show in Ajegunle area of Lagos State where he was introduced to Paul Cole a record label boss.{{cite web |url=http://www.achievasentertainment.com/#!/about-us/|title=Achievas Music 'Who We Are'}} In 2010, SolidStar formally signs to Achievas Record and his debut album was subsequently released under the label.
Career
In 2010, SolidStar released his debut album One in a Million through Achievas Music. The album was a hit fueled by its lead single "One in a Million", which was a collaboration with 2face Idibia.{{cite web |url= http://onobello.com/interview-from-grass-to-fame-and-fortune-solidstar-is-an-extraordinary-ghetto-superstar-talks-about-his-journey-so-far/|title= Interview: From Grass To Fame And Fortune, 'Solidstar' Is An Extraordinary Ghetto Superstar, Talks About His Journey So Far...|author= |date= 27 June 2013|website= onobello.com|publisher= OnoBello|access-date= 1 July 2016}}
Discography
= Albums =
- One in a Million (2010)
- Grace$Glory (2013)
- W.E.E.D (2016)
= Selected singles =
- "One in a Million" (featuring 2Baba)
- "Silicon" (featuring Timaya)
- "International Woman"
- "Nwa Baby" (featuring 2Baba)
- "Wait (Refix)" (featuring Patoranking and Tiwa Savage)
- "Wait" (featuring Davido)
- "My Body (featuring Timaya)
- "Negotiate"
- "Oluchi" (featuring Flavour)
- "Skibo"
- "Omotena"
- "Yarinya"
- "Ala"
Videography
| class="wikitable" |
| Year
!Title !Director !Ref |
|---|
| 2013
|SolidStar Ft. Flavour – Oluchi |Aje Films |
| 2013
|SolidStar Ft. Timaya – My Body |Aje Films |
| 2013
|SolidStar Ft. Tiwa Savage – Baby Jollof |Clarence Peters |
| 2013
|SolidStar – In My Head |Clarence Peters |
| 2013
|SolidStar – Good Woman |Clarence Peters |
| 2013
|SolidStar ft Davido – Wait |Avalon Okpe |
| 2013
|SolidStar ft Davido – Wait |Avalon Okpe |
| 2013
|SolidStar ft Davido – Wait |TalkingDrums |
Awards and nominations
{{Incomplete list|date=August 2014}}
| class ="wikitable" |
| Year
!Event !Prize !Recipient !Result !Ref |
|---|
| 2010
|2010 Nigeria Music Video Award (NMVA) Best new artiste|Nigeria Music Video Award (NMVA) |Best new artiste |"One in a Million" |{{won}} |
| 2015
|BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL SINGLE |"My Body – Solid Star Feat. Timaya" |{{nom}} |
References
{{Reflist}}
External links
- {{Official website|http://www.solidstarmusic.com}}
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Category:Musicians from Delta State
Category:Nigerian male singer-songwriters
Category:Nigerian singer-songwriters
Category:Nigerian hip-hop singers