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Despite his embattled situation, writing Wizkid off is a bit premature, he still has a huge fanbase and the talent to command rave reviews from critics.
4 days ago
To open 5ive, the poet Alhanislam recites a spoken-word commentary on the album and the man behind it. It feels a little pretentious, rooted in the same idea that drives artists to label every new project their deepest and most personal work yet. Yet some of it does have grounding in real-life events. Alhanislam hails […]
3 weeks ago
Last weekend, the youngest of the Uzama brothers, Osahan Uzama, more known by his moniker, Famous Pluto, joined the ranks of his brothers—Shallipopi, and Zerry DL, both fierce advocates of Benin Street Pop—with the release of his feverishly anticipated single Na Scra. Before its official release, the song had been making the rounds on TikTok, […]
2 months ago
Fela remains the loudest figure against government oppression and corruption in our music history, but a lot of others have lent a voice to the struggles of Nigerians through the years. Daddy Showkey, an indigene of the backward Lagos slum of Ajegunle, pioneered Galala music, which often took aim at the government in power and detailed the poverty in his hometown.
2 months ago
Burna Boy’s eighth studio album is finally on the horizon. In the past few weeks, the album’s rollout has ramped up significantly. He has made appearances on the covers of magazines and teased the album on social media through cheeky puns and aphorisms. He has appeared on shows, letting viewers in on certain nuances of […]
2 months ago
Consolidating on the success of the single Lockdown, Rose May Alaba has taken the song to new heights with a remix, infusing it with new lyrics and unique flavor. Collaborating with the soulful and charismatic Ghanaian artist Camidoh for Lockdown remix, the duo seamlessly weave Afrobeat and soulful rhythms, creating a captivating musical experience that […]
1 year ago
For Logos Olori, the year 2023 was a remarkable one, heralding his meteoric rise on the music industry, including a Grammy recognition for his contribution to Davido’s chart-topping hit Unavailable ft. Musa Keys. The fast-rising music artiste makes a more enduring impact with his latest, highly anticipated work, Olori EP. The 7-track progressive and experimental […]
1 year ago
Rap sensation SuperWozzy bounces back with a latest single Don’t Pressure Me featuring Odumodublvck. Being one of Nigeria’s most promising artists, Super Wozzy continues to hold the attention of audiences with his thought-provoking lyrics uniquely blended with infectious beats. Born Awodoyin Oluwamayokun Isaac, SuperWozzy discovered his talent back in 2006 when he and his friend […]
1 year ago
Jonzing World’s latest signee, Glorious Boy, has officially stepped into Nigeria’s music scene with his latest single, Gum Body, produced by Choke Boy. This debut follows a series of impressive covers of Wizkid’s Ojuelegba, Davido’s Feel, Kizz Daniel’s Twe Twe, and more, showcasing his diverse musical prowess. Glorious has garnered recognition and captured the attention […]
1 year ago
Following a triumphant 2023, Victony, the King of the Outlawville is set to unveil another single titled Everything at midnight today. With a track record of hits under his belt, including collaborations with industry heavyweights like Don Toliver, Rema, and Crayon, Victony is poised to captivate audiences yet again. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Sunflower […]
1 year ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our internet favourites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
1 year ago
Africa’s music platform Boomplay, partnered with smart life brand Itel to bring an immersive music and tech festival experience to university campuses in Nigeria and Tanzania. After building anticipation with online promotions, organizers announced the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Federal College of Education, Akoka (FCE) as the selected Nigerian campuses to host the festivities […]
1 year ago
After the release of Stand Strong, Davido’s sole output of 2022 excluding features, fans were initially sceptical about what to do with the peculiar, gospel-leaning track. It took a little while for its essence to settle—Davido had endured a number of high-profile setbacks in his personal and professional life, and this was his rallying cry […]
1 year ago
