Solidstar

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.

Solid Star
Background information
Birth name	Joshua Iniyezo
Born	(1988-11-08) 8 November 1988 (age 36) Delta State, Nigeria
Origin	Isoko South, Aviara, Nigeria
Genres	Afrobeat R&B
Occupations	Singer songwriter
Years active	2010–present
Labels	Shaba Entertainment[1]
Website	achievasng.com

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.^[2] 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.^[3] 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.^[4]

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

Year	Title	Director	Ref
2013	SolidStar Ft. Flavour – Oluchi	Aje Films	[5]
2013	SolidStar Ft. Timaya – My Body	Aje Films	[6]
2013	SolidStar Ft. Tiwa Savage – Baby Jollof	Clarence Peters	[7]
2013	SolidStar – In My Head	Clarence Peters	[8]
2013	SolidStar – Good Woman	Clarence Peters	[9]
2013	SolidStar ft Davido – Wait	Avalon Okpe	[10]
2013	SolidStar ft Davido – Wait	Avalon Okpe	[11]
2013	SolidStar ft Davido – Wait	TalkingDrums	[12]

Awards and nominations

Year	Event	Prize	Recipient	Result	Ref
2010	Nigeria Music Video Award (NMVA)	Best new artiste	"One in a Million"	Won	[13]
2015	The Headies 2015	BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL SINGLE	"My Body – Solid Star Feat. Timaya"	Nominated	[14]

References

1. Olushola Ricketts (20 May 2018). "Why I left Achievas Music – Solidstar".
2. "SolidStar Isoko's Official Website".
3. "Achievas Music 'Who We Are'".
4. "Interview: From Grass To Fame And Fortune, 'Solidstar' Is An Extraordinary Ghetto Superstar, Talks About His Journey So Far..." onobello.com. OnoBello. 27 June 2013. Retrieved 1 July 2016.
5. "[Video] SolidStar Ft. Flavour – Oluchi". Naijaloaded. 27 December 2013. Retrieved 27 December 2013.
6. "[Video] SolidStar Ft. Timaya – My Body". YabaLeft Online. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
7. "OFFICIAL VIDEO: Solidstar Ft. Tiwa Savage – Baby Jollof". Ak Praise. 14 April 2015. Retrieved 14 April 2015.
8. "VIDEO: Solidstar – In My Head". 360nobs. Retrieved 8 August 2015.
9. "VIDEO: Solidstar – "Good Woman"". Tooxclusive. 21 October 2015. Retrieved 21 October 2015.
10. "VIDEO: SOLIDSTAR – WAIT {REFIX} FT. TIWA SAVAGE & PATORANKING". Tooxclusive. 30 June 2016. Retrieved 30 June 2016.
11. "VIDEO: SOLIDSTAR – WAIT {REFIX} FT. TIWA SAVAGE & PATORANKING". Informationng. Retrieved 17 March 2016.
12. "VIDEO: Solidstar – "Emergency"". Tooxclusive. 24 November 2016. Retrieved 24 November 2016.
13. Adebayo, Temiloluwa (2 December 2010). "Nigeria Music Video Awards – NMVA 2010 – Winners & Photos". Retrieved 12 September 2014.
14. Akan, Joey. "Check out the complete nomination list". Retrieved 30 September 2015.

External links

• Official website