Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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The It Girls of Afrobeat: Fela’s Kalakuta Queens
For every defiant lyric Fela Kuti belted into the air, there were women who danced beside him, matching his fire with theirs, amplifying his performances as well as his politics. They were the Kalakuta Queens: the vocalists and dancers of Africa 70, women who lived with Fela, performed with him, stood by him, and suffered…
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Why Surprise Releases Aren’t For Every Artiste
We get it; in these times, when attention spans are shrinking and social media timelines move on faster than ever, surprise releases seem like a clever shortcut. No long rollouts, no press rounds, just one cryptic post and suddenly, your album is live. We’ve seen it successfully done: Beyoncé, Drake, Odumodu, Seyi Vibez. Even Burna’s…
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Vinvae Releases Her Second Studio Album: When Will My Life Begin — The First Chapter In The Life Trilogy
Today, August 2nd 2025, multidisciplinary artist VINVAE unveils her second studio album, When Will My Life Begin, available now on digital download, vinyl, and CD. This release marks the first chapter in VINVAE’s highly personal LIFE trilogy, a reverse-structured narrative told across three albums. Though it is the second album to be released, it is…
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Mardeee Returns With Vulnerable Vibe “Honey O”
Zimbabwean-born artist Mardeee returns with a captivating new single, “Honey, O“—an Afro-Alte groove laced with emotional tension, vulnerability, and undeniable bounce. Known for his genre-blending versatility, Mardeee shifts away from the Amapiano-heavy sonics of “Come My Way” and steps into a more stripped-down, introspective yet danceable space with “Honey, O.” “Honey, O” – Where Vulnerability…
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Koshera Is Coming Home On New Single
Every once in a while, a voice emerges that doesn’t just make music — it feels like a homecoming. That voice is Koshera. With a name that means “priceless,” Koshera isn’t just another Afrobeats artist. He is a storyteller of the soul — blending Afrobeats with Afro Soul melodies and the kind of raw artistic…
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Tim Lyre On The Art of Spiraling And Finding Your Center.
Tim Lyre’s music is restorative. It captivates listeners, adapts to their situations, and leaves everyone feeling uplifted post-listen. “My main goal with my music is for people to feel better when they listen to me,” he shares. ”I’m trying to make feel-good music literally, music you can play in any circumstance.” Tim Lyre, born Timothy…
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The Kingmaker Behind the New Kids on the Block: How Every Album Launches a Star
SPINALL has built more than just a discography, he’s built a pipeline. A bridge between emerging talent and the global stage. With every project, the award-winning DJ and producer reaffirms his status as one of Nigerian music’s most influential gatekeepers. Across his career, he’s consistently demonstrated a rare ability to spotlight talent on the cusp…
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The Unseen Health Toll of Working In Nightlife
If there’s one thing everyone knows about Lagos, it’s that something is going on every single night. Anywhere you turn, you can find booming speakers, flashing lights, and a crowd ready to forget their worries. But what does this mean for the people who make it all happen? For the DJ who makes you dance…
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Kobi Jonz Continues His Global Afrobeats Mission with Vulnerable New Single “If You Down to Ride”
Known for his consistent delivery of quality Afrobeats records, Kobi Jonz may still be flying under the mainstream radar, but his dedication to the craft is undeniable. A true representation of the new wave of independent Afrobeats artists pushing the sound beyond borders, Kobi continues to build a global audience brick by brick, vibe by…
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Afrofusion Act Olahiman Returns with Groovy, Upbeat Single “Party Dey”
Nigerian Afrofusion rising star Olahiman is back with his second release of the year, and this time, he’s bringing pure energy to the dancefloor. Titled “Party Dey,” the new single is more than just a song, it’s the soundtrack of your next wild night out. Following the soulful tones of his first 2025 single “Life,”…
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