According to a statement issued by the brand, this season
will also see fan-favourite presenter and producer, Bolanle Olukanni share
hosting duties with former Big Brother Naija finalist, Victoria “Vee” Adeleye.
The hosts will guide the viewers through a 12-episode
season, packed with electrifying performances from competing live bands.
Now in its second season, the show was created to give bands
a platform to showcase their talents and further spotlight the intricacies and
beauty of band music.
Trophy extra special stout is fast becoming known to do only
extra special things that bring out extra special talent and entertainment.
With exciting new additions to the shows season 2, such as
more music genres for the bands to perform, this season promises an
exhilarating and thrilling show featuring some of the best upcoming bands in
Nigeria.
Acknowledging the importance of platforms like the Trophy
Extra Special Band to upcoming acts, 2Baba said, “Africa is truly blessed with
immeasurable music talent and this has been highlighted by the
cross-continental recognition our artistes are receiving.
“There is however a need to give not only solo acts a voice
but also groups who work very hard to perfect their craft.
“I am excited to once again serve as a judge and mentor on
the Trophy Extra Special Band and I hope that we are able to give a voice to
the next Alternate Sound, Lijadu Sisters, or even the Beatles. I can’t wait to
see the magic the bands bring this season,” he added.
Cobhams and Timi Dakolo will be serving as first-time guest
judges on the show, supporting 2Baba, who served as a coach and judge in the
first season.
We will also be having a surprise celebrity judge this
season.
Commenting on the show’s purpose and the selection of
judges, Tolulope Tomori Adedeji, Marketing Director at International Breweries
said, “International Breweries, through its various brands like Trophy Extra
Special Stout, has been at the forefront of supporting Nigerian art and the creative
industry for a long time.
“The Trophy Extra Special Band show is a unifier, bridging
the long-existing gap between solo artists and bands. This year, we have a
remarkable lineup of accomplished artistes as judges and we trust that they
will draw on their wealth of experience in highlighting the next memorable
indigenous band.
“The winning band will walk away with 10 million Naira cash
prize and a complete set of Musical instruments.”
The Senior Channels Manager of ViacomCBS Networks Africa
(VCNA), Solafunmi Sosanya, expressed delight at the project, saying, “We are
pleased to once again be working together with International Breweries in
spotlighting the best of Africa’s music talent.
“Trophy Extra Special Stout embodies our culture at
ViacomCBS to go the extra mile to deliver the best possible product and this is
why we are truly excited about the quality of music the show will produce.”
The Trophy Extra Special Band Season 2 will premiere on MTV
Base DStv Channel 322 and GOtv, Channel 72, and will also air on YouTube.
The Trophy Extra Special Band show will last for 12 weeks.
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