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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
This Sunday, Nigerian artist, Burna Boy will become the first Afrobeats artist to perform at the Grammys and he’ll be supported by Brandy and 21 Savage, presumably to perform his 2023 hit, ‘Sittin’ on Top of the World,‘ executive producer of the Grammys show, Raj Kapoor shared on a new episode of Rolling Stone’s Music […]
1 year ago
Just in time for the month of love, the trailblazing, internationally celebrated, multi-platinum Nigerian music artist Asa today releases her brand new, soul-stirring single ODO released today via Platoon. Written and composed by Asa, with production from P.Priime, the heartfelt song is a poignant ode to the essence of genuine connection, transcending material pursuits and echoing […]
1 year ago
$tevoxcv’s sophomore project, NIGHTS IN GIDI, serves as a compelling sequel to his debut project, Untold Stories from the 2020 lockdown. This release explores the artist’s roots, intricately integrating the vibrant lifestyle of Lagos into the music. From beat selection to language and references, the project radiates authenticity, capturing the essence of the Lagos experience […]
1 year ago
Edwin Madu or Dwin The Stoic as he is known to listeners, began his music career intending to gain attention from artists and be a songwriter on the side, but now he has created his own thriving space within Nigeria’s music industry. His Happy Song, one of the many wonders of the evocative Heavy Heart […]
1 year ago
Dance has been an integral part of the afrobeats culture for decades. In the vibrant landscape of contemporary dance, Black dancers continue to redefine and elevate the art form, bringing innovation, expression, and cultural richness to the global stage. As we step into 2024, it is our pleasure at Culture Custodian to shine a spotlight […]
1 year ago
After two years since her last single, Fave releases new R&B/drill record Belong To You, a melodic record that tells the tale of love and tribulations. Despite this being her latest record in a while, the rising artist has maintained a steady ascent, being recognized as one of the BET x Nissan Afrobeats Up Next […]
1 year ago
Starting off the year on an exciting note and in a move to showcase the dynamic synergy between technology and music, Africa’s leading music streaming and download platform, Boomplay, and reliable smart life brand, itel, have joined forces to bring an enthralling itel P55 Series activation campaign and music festival to selected tertiary campuses across […]
1 year ago
DJ, recording artist and philanthropist, Cuppy has released the latest edition of her annual Cuppy Foundation Report for the year 2023. The Cuppy Foundation is a non-profit established by Cuppy that looks to cater to youth across the globe with a focus on Africa. The Cuppy Foundation has over the years put great emphasis on […]
1 year ago
