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Baanty
Born
Ikpon Kelvin

(1997-06-27) 27 June 1997 (age 26)
Agbor, Delta State
NationalityNigeria
OccupationCreative director
Years active2022–present
Known for
  • Banty Music Movement
  • BNM Entertainment
Titlerecord label executive

Ikpon Kelvin (born 27 June 1997), best known as Baanty, is a Nigerian creative director, Musician and record label executive.[1][2][3]He founded the entertainment company, BNM Entertainment in 2023,[4][5] for which he serves as chief executive officer (CEO), and the convener of Baanty Music Movement, a music community formed in 2022 to connect creatives within the entertainment circle in Delta State.[6][7]

Early life and career[edit]

Kelvin Ikpon was born on 27 June 1997, in Agbor, Delta State. But had his early education at Total child primary school and secondary at Novena College in 2014[3][8][9]

On 15 March 2022, Baanty was on the cover of TurnTable NXT, a monthly issue for ranking emerging creatives who are contributing to the Nigerian story.[6] On 2 December 2022, he launched his singing career with the release of "Delta Groove".[10] Speaking with Rita Okoye of Vanguard on the inspiration behind the song, he says “Growing up in Delta State, I’ve always been inspired by the resilience and vibrancy of my people. ‘Delta Groove’ is my way of celebrating our heritage and spreading positivity through music.”[10][11]

On 8 March 2023, Baanty announced the launch of his imprint BNM Entertainment,[12] an entertainment company, whose arm includes a record label, talent management, music education, music production, and event management. With the aim, to empower new generation artist, by helping them reach their full potential as they navigate through the industry.[12] On 26 July 2023, he executively produced the official theme song for ‘Conversations with Kenni’[13] by Kehinde Ajose, an entertainment journalist for The Punch.

Awards and recognition[edit]

Year Award or publication Category Result Ref
2021 Nigerian Books of Record Creative Director Won [14]
2022 Longevity Nigeria Artiste of the Year award Honoured [15]
TheNewsGuru Top Nigerian music executives Shortlisted [16]
2023 Entertainment GIANT Awards Music Executive of the Year Won [17]
The Authority Nigerian Music Icons Shortlisted [18]
2024 The Nation Inspirational Music Executives Shortlisted [19]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "True young powerhouse in the creative world". PM News Nigeria. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
  2. ^ "Overview of Baanty early life, career, and history". Sun Newspaper. Retrieved 19 February 2022.
  3. ^ a b "Showcases creativity in entertainment world directing". Tribune Newspaper. Retrieved 19 November 2022.
  4. ^ Abisola, Shojobi (8 March 2023). "Baanty Launches BNM Entertainment, Pioneering New Era in Music | Independent Newspaper Nigeria". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
  5. ^ "BNM'S BAANTY: A SPOTLIGHT ON THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC". Vanguard Allure. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  6. ^ a b Grace, Ihesiulo (15 March 2022). "Baanty Named NXT Creative of the Month". DAILY TIMES Nigeria. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  7. ^ "The Music Executive from Delta State finding foot in the Entertainment Space— Baanty". TurnTable. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  8. ^ Millz, Bayo (22 July 2022). "Baanty (Kelvin Ikpon) Biography : Birth, Early Life, Growing up, Career". TheNewsGuru. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  9. ^ Okeke-Korieocha, Ifeoma (9 March 2024). "Why entertainers need to have multiple streams of income- Baanty". Businessday NG. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  10. ^ a b Okoye, Rita. "Baanty thrills fans with new song 'Delta Groove'". Vanguard Nigeria. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  11. ^ "10 things people hardly know about Baanty". Daily Times Newspaper. Retrieved 17 January 2024.
  12. ^ a b Abisola, Shojobi (8 March 2023). "Baanty Launches BNM Entertainment, Pioneering New Era in Music". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  13. ^ "Baanty to elevate 'Conversations with Kenni' official Theme Song". Sun Newspaper. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  14. ^ Ihesiulo, Grace. "Excellence Achievements Awards". Daily Times Newspaper. Retrieved 17 June 2021.
  15. ^ Millz, Bayo (12 October 2021). "Longevity Nigeria crowns Baanty artiste of the year". TheNewsGuru. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  16. ^ Millz, Bayo (16 July 2022). "Top 10 Nigerian music executives". TheNewsGuru. Retrieved 21 March 2024.
  17. ^ "Baanty wins Music Executive of the Year Award at Entertainment GIANT 2023 Awards". The Guardian Nigeria. 20 February 2024. Retrieved 15 March 2024.
  18. ^ "Nigerian Music Icons: Shaping Afrobeats Culture". THE AUTHORITY NEWS. 14 November 2023. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  19. ^ Oamen, Samuel. "Seven inspirational Nigerian Music Executives". The Nation. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
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