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In Nigeria’s alternative scene, colored by a bristling pace of evolution, and a wholesome communion of often disparate sounds, a new upstart has captured everyone’s attention. Deela, with a nostalgic, dreamy sound that marries vintage Afropop with modern elements, is eliciting the sort of excitement that portends an ascent to fame. Her voice is slippery and pliant. Her fashion, like her sound, mines from Nollywood and Afrobeats in the early aughts. Her rapping is at once whimsical and hard hitting, evoking the sense of two separate worlds colliding. Her latest single, Patience Ozokwor, is a collaborative effort with Genio Bambino…
For her latest album, Niniola wants you to just Press Play. “The intent was to make sure that people don’t skip. The moment you press play, literally, you’re enjoying the music, you transcend to another realm and forget about your sorrows. There’s too much happening outside,” she says. To help you forget the nightmare that currently constitutes the Nigerian living experience, at least for half an hour, she has curated an infectiously exuberant experience, even as she is neither subtle nor apologetic about her own economic realities contrasting so sharply with the country’s. The album brims with vocal and production…
It is 2024, and Afrobeats is at the peak of its global presence. Clearing music charts across the world, the genre has solidified its stance as the biggest cultural export to cross African borders. According to the music docu-series, Journey of the Beats, the formation of Afrobeats can be credited to the experimentation by artists like Weird MC, The Remedies, Plantashun Boiz, and P-Square. They influenced Fela Kuti’s glorified “Afrobeat” with foreign sounds like hip hop, pop, and R&B to create a new genre. then transitioned to the revolutionary generation of Olamide, Tiwa Savage, Phyno, and the famous big three;…
In an alternate reality, Oshai gazes intently at a computer screen, bathed in the sterile glow of fluorescent lights. The content of his work is irrelevant; what matters is the trappings of success that surround him. He’s a vision of corporate conformity: crisp white shirt, Windsor-knotted tie, barking orders at eager young subordinates while a svelte secretary hovers nearby—the very picture of success his father always imagined for him. But reality has a way of defying expectations. Michael Oshai did not follow that prescribed path. Instead, he stepped behind the lens and into a world of creative possibilities, wagering everything…
The highly anticipated One Drum EP has dropped, bringing with it a wave of Afrobeat, reggae, and Amapiano sounds that unite the African continent with its diaspora in a cultural celebration like no other. After the successful release of two hit singles—Afro Wave by South Africa’s Scorpion Kings and Let’s Dance by Nigerian sensation Flavour—the EP is poised to take the world by storm with its diverse and groundbreaking tracks. Leading the pack as a breakout hit is Stop Stressin, a powerful and rhythmic collaboration between reggae royalty Stephen Marley and Jamaican legend Buju Banton. The track, a masterful blend…
Tucked into Adedamola, Fireboy’s latest album, the YBNL singer pays homage to Afropop ace Wande Coal with the aptly titled Wande’s Bop, surfing on a beat that looks cross-bred from Ashimapeyin and The Kick from many years ago. It is the second time the former Mohits star is getting such a reference from an artist of the new generation this year—back in May, Ayra Starr’s Jazzy’s song, interpolating Wande’s You Bad, was as much a nod to the singer as much as it was to the label boss after whom it was named. All of this praise may appear the…
Lagos-based Afro-fusion virtuoso Rizzule continues to make headway as he drops his latest single, Wami. This euphoric track melds Afrobeat and amapiano, crafting an infectious rhythm that’s both dance-inducing and introspective. Wami marks Rizzule’s debut release for 2024, building on the success of his three previous singles. This latest track is a masterful fusion of sound and sentiment. The lyrics are touching, singing about looking for lost love with sweet vocals, pulsating beats, and melodic hooks. The track creates an auditory experience that resonates with listeners globally. Its lyrical content also emphasizes the importance of honoring one’s origins. As the…
Music At Waterside, Lekki, an unforgettable night of music and culture unfolded as Monkey Shoulder and Worldwide FM came together to celebrate Jazzhole and its contribution to Nigeria’s rich music scene. The event, part of the global Studio Monkey Shoulder initiative, paid tribute to Jazzhole’s 30-year legacy and its role in preserving Nigeria’s vibrant music traditions. […] By Alex Omenye 3 weeks ago At Waterside, Lekki, an unforgettable night of music and culture unfolded as Monkey Shoulder and Worldwide FM came together to celebrate Jazzhole and its contribution to Nigeria’s rich music scene. The event, part of the global Studio…
South Eastern rap sensation Zyno TopBoy taps Zoro Swagbag for the remix of his viral Drill anthem. “More Joy (Remix)” is a fusion of Drill music, indigenous Igbo music, and church music creating a potpourri of sounds that is elevated by potent verses by both rappers. Keen to increase his momentum, as early singles like “Olisa ft Jeriq” and “More Joy” grew his audience to this stage and led to the release of this record “More Joy (Remix)”. The lyrics are a heartfelt ode to finding joy and a combination of the song’s catchy hook and expressive beat will have you…
Dj Bellami is set to captivate audiences with the release of his 2024 debut single. “Grace & Money”, is a vibrant track infused with infectious beats and insightful lyrics that promises to resonate with listeners globally.Grace & Money is more than just a song, it’s an anthem that celebrates the influence of wealth and the potency of divine grace. Through swaggering vocals and catchy hooks; Kid Carder delivers an electrifying performance with his soul stirring melodies that inspires the audience to forge ahead. This record is poised to become a timeless anthem for everyone passionately chasing a dream.Dj Bellami continues…