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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.
2 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 […]
2 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 somber yet musing track serves as the first single from Victony’s highly anticipated summer 2024 album, also titled Stubborn.
1 year ago
Vudumane has just released Jungle, presenting a case before naysayers. In this latest song, the artiste, who rose to fame since 2005, is unapologetic as he relives a big gotcha moment to spite his critics. An Afrobeats song spiced with lively rhythms and catchy verses, Jungle is a testament of Vudumane’s resilience against setbacks. While […]
1 year ago
UAX, is a long-time connoisseur of the arts, whose done it all, from being a professional photographer to directing music videos for the likes of Lojay, Rema, and Tems, to even dancing. Now, his debut album arrives, solidifying his new position in music that he formally began two years ago.
1 year ago
At a time when some of Nigeria’s biggest music stars are looking to jump the ‘Afrobeats’ ship—denouncing the vessel that brought them thus far with the view that it hinders them from advancing further—Tems’ latest release is swerving hard towards it.
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 favorites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
1 year ago
Davido made history with his fourth studio album Timeless being the most streamed African Album worldwide in 2023. He is also enjoying the critical and commercial success of his recent historic performance at Madison Square Garden in April. He commemorates these accomplishments by releasing the official music video for fan favorite Kante feat. Fave. Longtime […]
1 year ago
Kold AF looks destined for the top, and she is merely going through the motions of ascending to reach it. The last few years have seen her take one step after the other as she crafts her sound, immerses deeper into the industry, and embraces the weight of a life in music. 2023 heralded a […]
1 year ago
Kvng Dav has introduced a fresh addition to the Afrobeats scene with his latest track, Rewind Dat. The song’s arrival promises to revitalize Afrobeats listeners with its vibrant rap and catchy beats. Released by Trappalin Cycle Music, Rewind Dat remarkably blends Afrobeats and hip-hop to create a delectable tune. Already, the Afrofusion artist has established […]
1 year ago
