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META: A Groundbreaking Musical Collaboration Celebrating Unity Through Sound
The highly anticipated release of “META,” a pioneering new song featuring the extraordinary talents of Fireboy DML, Nomcebo Zikode, and Sofiya Nzau, is set to take the African music scene by storm. This groundbreaking collaboration combines diverse musical styles and languages, creating a fresh sound that embodies the spirit of unity and celebration across the…
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Ayola pours his heart out in sophomore album ‘The Life I want’
Afro-soul singer and songwriter Ayola has released his highly anticipated sophomore album, “The Life I Want.” The project dropped in the early hours of Friday, October 11, 2024. The seven-track masterpiece showcases Ayola’s unique sound and artistry. To celebrate, he will also hold his first-ever musical show today at Kairus Hub in Lekki Phase 1,…
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From Mainstream Debut to 2024, We Spotlight 9 Nigerian Superstars
Time flies ⏳️ Davido From Making his mainstream debut in 2010, Davido has remained relevant till date. Wizkid From making his mainstream debut in 2010, Starboy has remained relevant. Burna boy From making his mainstream debut in 2012 with “Like to party”, ODG has stayed true to himself till date. Tiwa Savage Storming the scene…
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Nigerian record labels through the decades
Music imitates life. It’s in how ‘Afro Adura’ resonates with the average young person struggling in the streets of Makoko, how ‘Sing About Me, I’m Dying of Thirst’ brings us face to face with our mortality, and every other lyric or instrumental that made you feel. Beyond the glitz and glamor synonymous with Nigerian music,…
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Top Nigerian Record Label Executives by Decades
While Nigerian music has always bloomed like a flower in a dark room, the industry tangibly began building development blocks at the dawn of the 21st century. This was in the aftermath of the 1970s civil war and the 1980s/1990s military rule. International labels like Polygram, Arista Record, BMI, etc., had left our shores when…
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Wahala In Paradise, Toyé’s debut EP is a must listen
Toyé releases his much-anticipated debut EP, Wahala in Paradise. Available on all streaming platforms, this body of work takes listeners on a journey through a collection of songs inspired by Toyé’s real-life experiences. In Toyé’s own words, “Staring at the ocean reminds me of the reality I once had. At the end of the horizon,…
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KAESTYLE Releases Uplifting New Single “Happy People”
Rising artist KAESTYLE drops his highly anticipated new single, “Happy People,” afeel-good anthem that celebrates joy, unity, and the resilience of the human spirit. Availablenow on all streaming platforms, the song delivers an infectious rhythm and powerful message that promises to resonate with listeners everywhere. “Happy People” is a dynamic blend of highlife and drill,…
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Meet Zhus JDO, the hip-hop rising star from Benin city
Zhus JDO, born John Davidson Omon, is a hip-hop artist from Benin City, Nigeria.A true homegrown star who blends hip-hop with his cultural roots to create globally appealing music. Inspired by world-famous rap legends, Zhus JDO is a devoted artist with apalpable passion for music. He is relentlessly dedicated to his craft and driven by…
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RIICHIE’s Gata EP: A Fresh Take on Afrobeats’ Global Sound
After making waves with hit singles like “Closer to God” and “My Life,” Nigerian artist RIICHIE ismaking a bold return with his latest project, Gata, a six-track EP that delivers a new twist on theAfrobeats genre. With this release, RIICHIE showcases his growth as a musician and his ambition to make a lasting impact on…
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Blaq O2 releases new single “High Spirit”
Christopher Onyedikachi popularly known as Blaq O2 was born in Benin city, Edo State Nigeria. Blaq O2 first made the leap to national relevance through moving to Lagos while building a tight-knit collective of producers ,influencers and collaborators. Like other afrobeat artist, Blaq O2 is a distinctive singer (the stage name was given, not taken),…
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