Michael Aromolaran, Author at The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.)

Davido’s New Netflix Docu-series, “David,” Premieres in December

After the long hiatus from music which Davido took following his son’s death, the Nigerian afrobeats star returned to the scene with a 17-track album, Timeless, which he released on March 31 to wide critical acclaim and commercial success. The album has set some new records, such as peaking at Number 2 on the US […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

Review: In “Spotting the Difference,” AY Makun Flounders in his Globe-trotting Mission

It’s easy to imagine that many Nigerian comedians secretly envy their compatriots in the music business. And why not? While Nigerian comedy has struggled to find an audience outside Nigeria, Nigerian music has no such problems. Part of the reason is tied to the medium: jokes are often culturally specific in the way songs aren’t. […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

Not3s Connects With His Nigerian Roots on “So Far Gone”, Featuring Mayorkun

The British-Nigerian artist Not3s has released a new single, So Far Gone, in which he features Mayorkun. This is the most connected Not3s has ever been to his Nigerian heritage. Some may call it an epiphany, others may call it a homecoming. However you see it, this is a full-circle moment for Not3s that reinforces […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

Young Jonn Releases Second Single Of The Year “Aquafina”

Following the release of Currency featuring Olamide, Chocolate City’s Young Jonn has returned with Aquafina, his second single this year. Aquafina is a feel-good track that comes after a series of features for Young Jonn, one of which includes Tiwa Savage’s Stamina. In Aquafina, Young Jonn blends a mastery of Amapiano with sultry lyrics that […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

Stonebwoy Releases Fifth Album, “5th Dimension”, Featuring Angélique Kidjo, Tiwa Savage, and More

The Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy has released his fifth studio album, 5th Dimension, under Def Jam Recordings. Stonebwoy is a pioneer of Afro-Dancehall, a genre which blends Reggae and Dancehall with a fusion of sounds from across Africa. In addition to his current tracks Life & Money featuring Stormzy, and More Of You, 5th Dimension also […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

Rukmani Sets the Stage for Her EP with “Gateway Drug”

Rukmani once said in an interview that she makes music “for the soul.” That may be true, but in her debut, the single Gateway Drug, the singer and songwriter’s concerns are primarily of the flesh. The Port Harcourt-based artist sings and raps about sex, her subject set to a soulful, unrushed sonic setting created by […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

Bayanni Taps Jason Derulo on “Ta Ta Ta” Remix

Last August, Abimbola Elijah, commonly called Bayanni, was introduced to the world as Mavin Records’ latest signing. What followed was a debut, eponymous four-track EP, among which was the song Ta Ta Ta. The song, which mimics the sound made during bedroom intimacy, was moderately successful upon its release. However, it reemerged as a hit […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

DEELA Takes It Up with Old Lovers on New Single, “Take It Up”

“I could pull anything like the sun in space,” raps DEELA on her new single Take It Up. In the song, DEELA plays the role of a young woman freshly out of a romantic relationship. As is typical of those who have endured a sour relationship or a string of them, DEELA asserts her self-worth, even […]

Michael Aromolaran

2 years ago

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Not3s Connects With His Nigerian Roots on “So Far Gone”, Featuring Mayorkun

Young Jonn Releases Second Single Of The Year “Aquafina”

Stonebwoy Releases Fifth Album, “5th Dimension”, Featuring Angélique Kidjo, Tiwa Savage, and More

Rukmani Sets the Stage for Her EP with “Gateway Drug”

Bayanni Taps Jason Derulo on “Ta Ta Ta” Remix

DEELA Takes It Up with Old Lovers on New Single, “Take It Up”

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