Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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How Louddaaa Followed God’s Voice Into Stardom
Kehinde Alabi, better known as Louddaaa, has made a name for himself as a producer in the Nigerian music industry over the past four years. In early April, we caught up with him to discuss practically everything: his introduction to music, transition from sound engineer to producer, working with Ayra Starr and Davido, creating movie…
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How To Get Out Of A Funk As An Artist
Every artist has a common enemy: the creative block. There’s barely anyone who will go through their entire creative journey, professional or otherwise, without being in a bit of a funk at least once. But when you find yourself in a rut, how do you climb back out? We caught up with four musicians and…
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Alte Cruise: The Alte Classics Everyone Agrees On
Alte music has slowly gained ground in Nigeria over the past few years. The genre has evolved into its own niche subculture, with a slew of dedicated fans drawn to the genre-bending sounds set apart from mainstream Afrobeats. We spoke to a few of these fans to find out what songs they’d consider the ultimate…
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The 2025 Met Gala Served Black Excellence
Last night, some of the world’s biggest stars stepped out garbed in their finest for fashion’s biggest night: the Met Gala. From supermodels (Adut Akech, Anok Yai) to musicians (Burna Boy, Tems, Ayra Starr, Shaboozey); actors (Damson Idris, Ayo Edebiri, Lupita Nyong’O); athletes (Lewis Hamilton, Simone Biles), comedians (Ego Nwodim, Jamie Foxx) and even chef…
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Chechii, Krack Twist, and Samza Celebrate Friendship With New Single, ‘Mi Paddi’
Rising star Chechii has released her brand-new single, “Mi Paddi,” featuring Sierra Leonean heavyweights Krack Twist and Samza, and it’s already making waves! Blending infectious Afrobeat rhythms with dynamic rap flows and smooth vocals, “Mi Paddi” celebrates friendship, loyalty , and good vibes. Chechii’s unique sound: a bold mix of Afro-pop, R&B, and street influences…
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Neo 21 Releases “Enthralled” — A Smooth, Romantic Afrofusion Anthem
UK-based Afrofusion artist Neo 21 returns with a brand-new single, “Enthralled” — a vibrant blend of Afrobeats, melodic rap, and hip-hop that captures the euphoria of falling in love while balancing personal ambition. Infused with English, Pidgin, and Yoruba, “Enthralled” draws listeners into the emotional and physical magnetism between two lovers. Neo 21’s signature smooth…
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Inside The Mind Of MARGÉ
What does “MARGÉ” sound like in three words,no genre names allowed? Again. Bargain. Rosé. If your sound were a city, where would it be and why? If my sound were a city, it would be Wakanda. Though fictional, Wakanda powerfully symbolizes Afro-futurism, ancestry and progress. My sound reflects an uncolonized mind and a deep knowledge…
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Is Soft Life a Mirage?
‘Soft life’ is one of those buzzwords that has jumped out of captions and TikToks and into everyday conversation. It conjures images of satin robes, spa days, staycations, saying “no” to anything that looks remotely stressful, and a life soundtracked by Dami Oniru’s ‘Soft Life’ or Lady Donli’s ‘Cash’. For many young Nigerians, especially women,…
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Davido Hosts Intimate 5IVE Fan Experience in Lagos, Powered by Spotify
To mark the release of his fifth studio album 5IVE, Davido teamed up with Spotify to throw an exclusive fan experience in Lagos. The event, held at Ona Restaurant, brought together 50 superfans and a handful of media partners for a rare, up-close moment with the Afrobeats superstar. But getting in wasn’t as simple as…
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Samad Talks Storytelling, Tradition and Dreams of Global Success.
Fresh off earning his degree and riding the wave of one of the most viral songs of the year, Samad is one of the most exciting new names in Nigerian music right now. With storytelling at the heart of his sound, he’s carving his own lane, somewhere between tradition, humor, and relatability. We caught up…
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