Lodù Cements Her Place Among Afro-Soul’s Standout Voices with Debut EP “Wine & Honey”

Nigerian Afro-Soul singer, songwriter, and producer Lodù has released her debut EP, Wine & Honey, a seven-track project that marks a defining milestone in her artistic journey. Blending Afro-Soul and Afro-Fusion, the EP explores themes of love, identity, and human connection through a deeply personal and cohesive body of work inspired by the poetry of the Song of Solomon.

Wine & Honey EP, unfolds as a love story told from the perspective of a bride to her beloved. Through seven carefully crafted records, Lodù explores a romance likened to the intoxicating richness of wine and the gentle sweetness of honey, capturing the passion, vulnerability, devotion, and unwavering commitment that define enduring love. Rather than presenting romance as fleeting emotion, the project frames it as something sacred, reciprocal, and worthy of celebration.

Entirely written by Lodù, the project brings together Afrocentric sounds, jazz influences, folk textures, and contemporary production to create a rich musical narrative rooted in African storytelling. The EP features tracks including Lolufé, Olówó Orími, Moróuntódùn, Egbe Gengen, Follow, and Ìfẹ́mi featuring DOTTi The Deity.

“Wine & Honey is my interpretation of love at its purest. I wanted to tell a story that celebrates devotion, tenderness, and commitment through the lens of African storytelling. Every song is a different chapter, but together they become one complete love story,” says Lodù.

Recorded in Lodù’s home studio in Yaba, Lagos, Wine & Honey was produced in collaboration with Phleksibu, Ojurere, and Gentuu Vibe. The release builds on the momentum of her growing catalogue, including breakout single Olówó Orími, which debuted at No. 32 on the Nigeria Top 50 chart, alongside fan favourites Follow and Moróuntódùn. Together, the project reflects Lodù’s evolution as both a songwriter and producer, reinforcing her place among a new generation of Afro-Soul artists.

“Writing the songs on my own gave me the freedom to be completely honest. I could experiment, rewrite, and keep refining every lyric and melody until each song felt exactly the way I imagined it. That process taught me patience and made this project incredibly personal.” —Lodù

The meticulous craftsmanship behind the EP reflects Lodù’s commitment to artistic excellence. From writing and recording to vocal production, every detail was approached with intention, resulting in songs that balance technical precision with emotional authenticity. That dedication extended beyond the recording process, with nearly a year spent refining the project through production, engineering, and a carefully considered release strategy.

“I hope people walk away believing that love can still be gentle, reciprocal and intentional. If these songs remind someone to cherish love or to believe in it again, then I’ve achieved what I set out to do,” shares Lodù.

With Wine &Honey, Lodù delivers more than a debut EP. She presents a carefully curated artistic statement that celebrates love through the lens of culture, poetry, and lived experience. It is a project rooted in emotional honesty and timeless songwriting, reaffirming her place among the emerging artists shaping the future of Afro-Soul.