Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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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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GDZilla Returns With a Bang: New Single “Set (Baby)” Ushers in a Fresh Wave of Afrobeat in 2025
Lagos, Nigeria July, 2025 – After closing out 2024 with the explosive hit “Kana”, fast-rising Afrobeat sensation GDZilla is back with his first single of 2025, titled “Set (Baby).” The Jonzing World artist is set to ignite the scene once again with a sound that is bold, rhythmic, and true to his roots. “Set (Baby)”…
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Asake Releases New Single “BADMAN GANGSTA” Featuring Tiakola
Sampling Amerie’s iconic hit “1 Thing,” the song is poised to become the anthem of the summer (Lagos, Nigeria – July 24, 2025) Global Afrobeats trailblazer Asake returns with a new single, “Badman Gangsta,” distributed via gamma. Featuring acclaimed French artist Tiakola, the track is a swaggering yet soulful celebration of self-made success. It blends…
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Outsiders Review ‘No Sign Of Weakness’
We’ve been anticipating Burna Boy’s eighth studio album, No Sign Of Weakness (which he first alluded to on the song ‘Roboshotta’ with Busta Rhymes) for a while, and now it’s here. Early opinions have started rolling in, like this tweet that made me laugh. As usual, the public has differing opinions: some swear it’s the…
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Milanto Debuts With Explosive New Single “BEAST” Via Jay O Records, Distributed By Virgin Music South Africa
Emerging from the vibrant heart of Lagos, rising Afrobeats artist Milanto makes a bold entrance with his explosive debut single, “Beast”, now available on all major streaming platforms. Distributed by Virgin Music South Africa and released under the trailblazing independent label Jay O Records, Beast signals the arrival of a fearless new voice in African…
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Derrick UGC Pours His Soul Into “DND”, A Stripped-back Afro-Fusion Anthem Through Hustle, Sacrifice, and Purpose.
Rising Afro-fusion Artist Derrick UGC returns with a soul-baring new single, “DND”. A powerfulanthem born from sleepless nights, relentless grind, and an unbreakable loyalty to family. Blending emotionally honest lyrics with smooth, rhythmic production, “DND” showcases Derrick’s ability to tell his story with raw vulnerability and Afro-fusion flair. With each bar, he takes listeners into…
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