When music reality TV shows hit the Nigerian music scene, it was welcomed with open hands and much expectations as many believed it would make a great number of stars. And it sure did, at least in the beginning until the stars began to fade in the sky. Aside from the likes of Iyanya, Omawunmi,Chidinma and Timi Dakolo, who have written their names in gold after emerging winners from music reality TV shows, other frontrunners have been grappling with the prospect of finding their feet on the music landscape. This piece takes a look at music reality TV shows stars yet to stamp their names on the scene. Port Harcourt -born Mercy Chinwo clinched the winning prize at the 2012 Nigerian Idol Reality TV show. She stole the hearts of her audience when she performed Fela’s Zombie . Contrary to public expectations, Mercy is yet to make an impression on the music industry. She got a career boost when she was featured in Yvonne Nelson’s movie, House of Gold. In an interview with E...
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