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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.
6 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.
3 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 […]
3 months ago
Since emerging on the radar in 2019, Bnxn has grown into one of the most vibrant young voices in Nigerian popular music. He’s got the critical acclaim to attest to his skill, winning the coveted Next Rated Artist award at The Headies last year, beating fellow upstarts like Ruger, Ayra Starr, Lojay, and Zinoleesky. Commercially, […]
2 years ago
Forty one years ago, in a modest corner of Paris, Bukola Elemide, known to us as Asa, was born to two young Nigerians, one of whom, her father, was a cinematography student. Asa’s family relocated to Lagos, when she was just two years old. Her passion for music began to blossom in her primary school […]
2 years ago
After releasing three EP projects and a plethora of hit singles since his emergence, Singer and Songwriter Daniel Benson, popularly called Bnxn, has released his long-awaited debut album, Sincerely Benson. It’s not far-fetched that the winner of the 2022 Headies Next Rated Award will inspire keen anticipation and eagerness in music enthusiasts and stakeholders as […]
2 years ago
After an impressive musical streak in the first two quarters of 2023, Victony is back, raising the bar even higher with his exciting new hit single, Jaga Jaga. Featuring the Edo-born singer and songwriter, Baby boy AV, Jaga Jaga is a sonorous testament to the collective journey of both artists, highlighting their highs and lows […]
2 years ago
On the 8th of September 2023, legendary Nigerian producer Sarz, released Yo Fam, a bubbly, dance track featuring Mavins youngster, Crayon and EDM DJ/producer, Skrillex. This prime collaboration highlighted Crayon’s vibrant vocals over the upbeat electronic sound with a touch of afrobeat, creating a stellar Afro-EDM masterpiece. Weeks later, Sarz has now released the track’s […]
2 years ago
Rising artist Kevwe has struck the music scene with a new single, Me & You, expressing dashed expectations from a failed relationship. In this song, her vocals are patronizing, soothing and soulful as she pours out her emotions of disappointment at being ignored by her lover after the good times they once shared. Me & […]
2 years ago
GRAMMY-nominated global artist Matt B has released the music video for JOLENE off his latest Afrobeats project, ALKEBULAN. On the engaging down-tempo track, Matt B pours out strong emotions for someone who is rather trying to avoid him. In the video, Matt B is adorned in jewels as he prays to Oshun, the Yoruba goddess […]
2 years ago
On October 1, Nigeria celebrated her 63rd year as a sovereign state, since gaining independence from Britain in 1960. But the word ‘celebrate’ is used loosely as most Nigerians barely commemorated the anniversary, with many only grateful for the leisure afforded by the public holiday and nothing more. This apathy is understandable; Independence Day presents […]
2 years ago
