27th July, 2011
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The new cut which is three minutes and 42 seconds in duration and produced by Cobhams, is an up tempo track which suggests it is being targeted at the clubs.
Despite the change in tempo, the song still retains its highlife feel as Darey sticks to the original lyrics, while Flavour adds his unique brand of contemporary highlife style which has made him one of Nigeriaâ€
“This is a beautiful time in Nigerian music. There is a sort of renaissance of highlife music in Nigeria right now. Artistes like Flavour and Duncan Mighty are really bringing this genre of music to a generation of listeners that might not be too familiar with it. Of course, I am a lover and student of highlife, so it only felt right for me to contribute my quota to this movement,†says Darey.
After being a mainstay in the musical scene in the East, Flavour broke into national prominence after he featured on M.Iâ€
Darey, it was gathered, chose Flavour to join him on the remix because “he is one of my favourite artistes around now and we were both keen on working together most especially because of our unique genre. We finally got into the studio and the song came out great.â€
Meanwhile, for the remaining part of the year, Darey is busy performing and recording. After dropping more remixes from his last album, Double Dare: Heart and Beat, he will present his debut UK album.
In between these, the multi-talented singer plans to announce a number of tours and engagements.
“I am currently putting finishing touches to my UK album. It should be out pretty soon. Itâ€
Dareyâ€
Double Dare: Heart and Beat is currently on sale on iTunes and also available in music retail spots nationwide.