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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.
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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.
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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 […]
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BNXN’s newest single, No Spoil My Steeze was released as a “Christmas gift” to his fans. The snippet had trended for a few days prior, garnering retweets on Twitter and likes on IG. The track, when it arrived, was every bit what it had promised—BNXN is very much in zen mode, floating on an Amapiano-leaning […]
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Two days ago, Asake released his first single of the year, Why Love, marking the start of a new phase he has called his “military era.” This comes days after Rema and Ayra, each released their respective debut singles of the year, similarly marking the start of new chapters in their careers. Rema’s Baby, which […]
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Since rising to prominence in 2024, his music has struck a chord with listeners across generations. While his songs often center on divine love, he moves freely between spiritual and secular themes, seeing no contradiction between them.
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A few days ago, one of Nigeria’s most exciting diss tracks since the beef between M.I Abaga and Vector in 2019 arrived courtesy of Wavestar, an underground rapper who fired a salvo of scathing insults at Raheem Okoya, otherwise known as SiRaheem. The video, posted on X, is supremely hilarious. In it, he and a […]
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Internationally celebrated Afrobeats singer-songwriter Lojay is back with a brand-new single, Somebody Like You, produced by two-time GRAMMY-nominated hitmaker Sarz. The laidback track seamlessly blends smooth chords, infectious percussion, and Lojay’s signature velvety vocals as he reflects on the pursuit of an ideal love. On Somebody Like You, Lojay delivers a heartfelt narrative exploring themes […]
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Over the course of the decade, Bella Shmurda has emerged as one of Afropop’s most compelling voices. From the streets of Lagos to global stages, he has woven his personal story into every note he sings. His music is an expression of who he is, shaped by the highs and lows that have defined his […]
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Afro-gospel powerhouse Sunmisola Agbebi has released her highly anticipated 9-track EP, The Glory—a soul-stirring project that captures the essence of worship, faith, and the undeniable presence of God. With a sound rooted in spirituality yet bold enough to transcend borders, The Glory is a testament to Sunmisola’s ever-growing impact on the global gospel scene. This […]
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If you had referred to Burna Boy’s current album rollout as masterful or exemplary in 2019, there’s a good chance that you’d have been met with contemptuous sneering. The reality, however, is that the Afropop landscape today is radically different. Top labels struggle to break new acts or roll out songs and projects successfully. Leading […]
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Grammy Award-winning artist, Burna Boy has officially released his latest single, Update—a masterful fusion of his signature Afrofusion sound with a fresh reinterpretation of Soul II Soul’s iconic Back to Life. Produced by P2J, the track seamlessly blends nostalgia with Burna Boy’s unmistakable artistry. The single had already set the internet ablaze before its release, […]
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