Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Every once in a while, an artist comes along whose sound feels both familiar and completely new. For Nigeria’s Strei (born Howard Efemena Dominic in Ughelli South, Delta State), that sound is Afromood, a genre he’s pioneering that fuses Afrobeats rhythms with deeply emotional storytelling. Before the record deals and streaming numbers, Strei’s story began…

In a music industry often dominated by overnight sensations, rising artist ZeD1st is charting a different course, one built on resilience, struggle, and unflinching honesty. His new EP, “HERE TO STAY,” is poised to introduce audiences not just to his sound, but to the story of survival that shaped it. Far from a typical debut,…

Asake’s journey to fame is a love letter to Lagos—the city that nurtured and moulded him into one of his generation’s most fascinating artists. Originally aspiring to be a dancer, Asake has explored various paths, studying Theatre Arts at Obafemi Awolowo University, teaching dance, and acting in comedic skits before finding his true calling in…

Spotify announced a new feature this week, ‘Listening Stats,’ which provides listeners with enhanced, detailed views of current listening behavior. The feature, reported on November 6, 2025, is a significant expansion of the platform’s data tools, offering listeners more avenue to explore their unique music tastes and even discover new music. Key features include: •…