Following months of chairing charts and playlists with standouts from his debut album, Kpanlogo, Ghanaian entertainer, Darkovibes, delivers his timely new EP, The Cornerstone, an eclectic eight-tracker that fuses elements of Ghanaian Afrobeat with hip-hop, rap, and trap, and features standout collaborations with the likes of Sarkodie, RJZ, Humble Dis, and Vision DJ as well as production by JumpOFF, Willisbeatz, Badszn, and QuickSox.
Earlier this year, Darkovibes dropped the critically acclaimed Kpanlogo, which explored his roots and musical heritage and saw him collaborate with a slew of Africa’s fines. While the former explored Darkovibes’ rich heritage, The Cornerstone showcases the diversity of a true artist who spans countless genres, and whose influence knows no bounds. It gives us a hint at the huge wealth of musical virtue that Darkovibes has imbibed.
On the inspiration behind the EP, Darkovibes shares, “This tape comes at the end of the year 2020 that has indeed shaken everyone to the core. It has now found us questioning what our foundations and cornerstones are and remembering to have faith in each other, ourselves, and God, is vital during this chapter. The Cornerstone is one for my fans and is an attestation to my greatness, it is faith in action. When I look at where I came from and how far I’ve come, I just know I’m destined for great things.”
With The Cornerstone, Darkovibes is fusing his tried-and-tested sound with experimental approaches that will continue to push the envelope of Afrobeats. Ghana is now, and Darkovibes is one of those leading the charge.