Tag: Music
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I’ve Been Recording, Building, and Reflecting – ZIRO KINGIN
Sodiq Badmus Ishola, ZIRO KINGIN is not your average rapper he’s a street-bred storyteller with a lyrical instinct and an uncompromising sense of integrity. Born in the late 1990s and raised in the musically rich neighbourhood of Surulere, Lagos, ZIRO KINGIN found his voice in the corridors ofadolescence, kicking off his music journey as early…
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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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Blvckboy’s ‘Epiphany’ EP: A Testament to His Artistic Prowess and Genre-Bending Genius
Blvckboy Releases New EP “Epiphany” Blvckboy, born Gideon Gabriel in the heart of Abuja, Nigeria, is a prolific rapper, songwriter,and producer whose music engrosses enigmatic energy that keeps his listeners captivated.His music is textured, soulful, and unmistakably authentic. The artist has proven to bedifferent by mastering and including different genres into his this body of…
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Izztopik Releases “Remember” — A Soulful Story of Love, Loss, and Rediscovery
Nigerian singer and songwriter Izztopik unveils his deeply personal new single “Remember,” a heartfelt reflection on love, loss, and the journey back to self. Known for his unique blend of traditional African proverbs and contemporary storytelling, Izztopik delivers a track that is as emotionally raw as it is beautifully crafted. At its core, “Remember” is…
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Joyce Olong Unveils SOSEO — A 8-Track Odyssey Into The Soft & Sharp Edges Of Love
Eight years after her stunning debut Merci Beauté (2017), Nigerian singer-songwriter Joyce Olong returns with Soseo, a masterclass in introspective songwriting and emotional precision. More than just an EP, Soseo is a memoir in melody, one that finds Olong digging deeper into her vault of vulnerabilities — offering songs that confess, confront, and celebrate the…
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Buzzing Artist Ben Anansi Releases Afropiano Single “Diamonds Dancing”
“Diamonds Dancing” is a feel-good anthem born from a desire to bring the rhythm straight to the dance floor. In this track, I wanted to capture the essence of a lit Friday night out—where the energy is high, the vibes are immaculate, and the music moves you effortlessly. Together with producer T.U.C, we created a…
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Kizz Daniel, Angelique Kidjo, Johnny Drille Unite for new track titled “Police”
Award-winning artist Kizz Daniel kicks off his upcoming album with the release of the highly anticipated first single, ‘Police’, featuring the legendary six time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo and singer and songwriter, Johnny Drille. This marks the start of a fresh chapter for Kizz Daniel, setting the tone for his next era with an upbeat,…
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Can Nigeria Dream of Building A Coachella?
Every April, hundreds of thousands of people descend on the Coachella Valley in Indio, California. What brings all those people to a random, out-of-the-way desert? The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, more commonly called Coachella Festival or simply Coachella. It wasn’t always this successful, mega-festival: it actually started in October 1999 as a two-day…
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What It’s Really Like Being A Music Fan in Nigeria
As a Gen-Z babe, I entered my formative years in the early 2010s. My first foray into the social media world coincided with the advent of online fandoms, which quickly morphed into “stan Twitter”. In fact, my X account only exists because it was a way to keep up with other fans of the boyband…
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Marathon Unveils Emotionally-Charged Debut EP, Gold & Roses
Nigerian-born, South Africa-based singer-songwriter Marathon (real name Isaac Chukwuma) has officially released his long-anticipated debut extended play, Gold & Roses, a soulful and genre-bending body of work that blends Afrobeat, R&B, and pop with themes rooted in love, passion, and personal growth. Born in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, Marathon began his music journey at 15 and…