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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.
5 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
One of the iconic surprises of 2023 was the unusual pairing of Victor Thompson and Gunna on the remix to the This Year (Blessings). The duo would go on to perform the record at Gunna’s sold-out Los Angeles show at Youtube Theater in September. Today, building on his year of success and mainstream acknowledgement, he releases his […]
1 year ago
Showing no signs of stopping or slowing down after garnering huge international success over the past couple of years, including the recent release of his last single Jelo (featuring Young Jonn), the award-winning, highly-celebrated Nigerian music star, producer and multi-instrumentalist Pheelz today releases his brand new project – the 4-track EP Pheelz Good (Triibe Tape) […]
1 year ago
Fast rising music star Litovibes has released a new entrancing single titled Gimme Love, swiftly captivating hearts nationwide. This track, which first released on Friday, November 24, embodies a heartfelt, mid-tempo love anthem showcasing Litovibes’ distinct musical ingenuity. Gimme Love is a testament to Litovibes’ versatility as an artist, blending evocative lyrics with a melody that deeply […]
1 year ago
Centuries after his demise, the legendary King of Mali, Mansa Musa is receiving tribute for the magnificent life he lived. His latest reverence comes from the multifaceted artist, Mansa Cole. Known for his impactful singles, Mansa Cole has released his much-anticipated EP MANSA: KING OF KINGS. Featuring a stellar lineup of exceptionally talented artists, each […]
1 year ago
Spotify has today released Wrapped 2023, the annual data-led review of how people listened to music and podcasts, on the platform. Drake is the most streamed artist in Sub-Saharan Africa, followed by Burna Boy, making him the most streamed African artist in SSA, for the second year in a row. Asake, Davido and Omah Lay […]
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
Spotify has today unveiled this year’s edition of Wrapped, its highly anticipated annual recap of listeners’ musical journeys. This immersive experience provides users with a comprehensive overview of their year in music, allowing them to reflect on their preferences and discover hidden gems. This year’s Wrapped showcases the remarkable diversity of music and the passionate […]
1 year ago
Fast-rising Nigerian singer, Merry-Lynn has consistently harnessed the power of raw emotion as a means of catharsis in her musical journey. Born Iyere-Eke Merrylynn Ehinomen, Merry-Lynn’s musical journey began in choir, before she joined the girl ensemble Mercy Singers, which helped her develop her stage presence and voice. During her first year at the Federal […]
1 year ago
