The epic children’s animated series “Iyanu The Series” now has a theme song for its world premiere, performed by the Grammy award-winning singer Yemi Alade. This theme song will feature in the opening title sequence when the series premieres next year on Cartoon Network and Max.
“Iyanu The Series” is an adaptation of Dark Horse Comics/YouNeek Studios’ graphic novel series “Iyanu: Child of Wonder” by creator and filmmaker Roye Okupe. The series, steeped in Nigerian culture and mythology, is a Lion Forge Entertainment production with the backing of Cartoon Network and Max.
The main title theme song is a collaboration between Yemi Alade, Lion Forge Entertainment, Alcon Sleeping Giant, and Femi Agunbiade, the lead composer of the series.
“I’ve been a big fan of Yemi Alade for over a decade, so I nearly fell out of my chair when I heard she would be a part of Iyanu,” says Roye. “I’ve gone from blasting her hit single Johnny in my car in 2014 to listening to her stunning lyrics on the Iyanu theme song. This is an absolute dream come true!”
“Iyanu” is set to launch in the U.S. and across Africa in 2025. U.S. viewers can watch the series on Cartoon Network and Max, while it will be available in 44 African countries via Showmax.
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>On the program: DJ performances, a burlesque show, a voodoo and fortune-telling station, a costume contest and live canvas painting as well as surprise activities. <br/></p><p>Le Fou Fou will also showcase its culinary delights with 'to die for' late-night bites and drinks, perfectly designed to accompany this "celebration of the night, where immortal and bewitching beings await for a surreal, sensual, and hauntingly memorable costume party," according to an Instagram post. <span></span></p><p>The ball is set to start at 9 p.m. and last until at least 1 a.m. </p><p>As far as the dress code goes, guests are invited to wear their most elegant vampire cocktail attire.</p><p>"Wondering what to wear? We got you; think <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/bridgerton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#Bridgerton</a>, but from hell," writes Le Fou Fou on Instagram. "Romantic Victorian gowns and gothic suits with a touch of madness: lace, silk, velvet, puffy sleeves, cravats, and a taste for blood." </p><p>Each general admission ticket, priced at $30, includes two drinks or a signature Vampire Punch to share. </p><p>This event marks the beginning of a series of gatherings planned at Le Fou Fou. The food hall says it's aiming to become a must-visit destination for Montreal's nightlife scene.</p><h3>The Vampire Ball at Royalmount's Le Fou Fou</h3><br/><p>Price: $30 per person, including two drinks or a large signature Vampire Punch</p><p>When: Friday, November 1</p><p>Address: Le Fou Fou – 5050, ch. de la Côte-de-Liesse, Suite #2110</p><p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/le-fou-fou-vampire-ball-tickets-1026553738867?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vampire Ball Eventbrite</a></p><p><em>This article's left-hand cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.</em><br/></p><p><em>This story was adapted from the article "<a href="https://www.narcity.com/fr/montreal/bal-des-vampires-montreal-halloween-royalmount" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Un bal des vampires a lieu à Montréal pour l’Halloween avec show burlesque, vaudou et party</a>," which was originally published on Narcity Québec.</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>