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“When I was a kid, I never thought Nigerian visuals could look this good. Now, people look to us for inspiration,” a friend messaged Anita after she shared behind-the-scenes shots from Davido’s Na Money video. “What you’re doing for Nigerian art and set design is history-making, it’s elevating the country’s prestige in ways that can’t even be calculated.” In just five years, after stumbling into production design almost by chance, Anita has become one of the most sought-after names in the Nigerian music industry. She’s brought cinematic worlds to life for some of the continent’s biggest stars, Wizkid, Davido, and…
After the emotional introspection of Starlight, Nigerian artist Troms returns with a fresh energy in his latest single, Think of You, a warm, heartfelt ode to love, light, and simply being. From the first beat, Think of You evokes comfort: mid-tempo drums, soft guitar riffs, and breezy melodies set the stage for Troms’ tender reflection on companionship. “I can’t imagine a life without you,” he sings—not in longing, but with a peaceful sincerity that resonates with real, grounded love. This track isn’t trying to impress; it’s trying to connect. It captures the beauty of quiet moments: slow dancing in the kitchen,…
Nigerian singer and songwriter Ric Hassani returns with his most personal and expansive project yet titled Lagos Lover Boy. This 21-track album explores the emotional terrain of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery through the lens of life in Lagos. A bold blend of soul, Afrobeats, and contemporary pop, Lagos Lover Boy is both a musical and emotional journey. Ric Hassani weaves a deeply intimate narrative, where each track tells a unique story of love and of betrayal, of heartache and of healing, of finding faith and ultimately, rediscovering purpose. Drawing from the vibrant rhythms and cultural heartbeat of Lagos, the direction…
ZerryDL is no longer the underdog. T he Benin-born artist has turned viral moments into momentum, proving he’s here to stay. With his storytelling, he’s stepping into the spotlight on his terms. His latest single, My Amigo, is a streetwise tale of friendship, fame, and betrayal. Over a melodic yet bouncy beat, ZerryDL lays out the story of a fallen bond, where loyalty fades in the face of fast money and sudden success. “Oh my amigo, you don do me adflicto afflingo” becomes his catchy, slang-driven cry for emotional and financial betrayal. The track captures the daily grind of the…
On June 13th, South London-born singer, producer, and Afro-R&B pioneer Maleek Berry finally unveils his long-anticipated debut album, If Only Love Was Enough, a bold, emotional, and genre-bending statement of intent. Featuring an all-star lineup including Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Ruger, and Zlatan, the project is largely self-produced, with additional contributions from acclaimed duo Legendury Beatz, who lend their touch to four tracks. The lead single, Situation, sees Maleek reunite with longtime friend and collaborator Wizkid, rekindling the chemistry that’s defined their past hits. With smooth vocals, infectious grooves, and immaculate production, the track stands as a clear highlight and a…
Nigerian genre disruptors and cultural visionaries BIG XX have released their debut EP, WXYZ, a powerful and transcendent body of work introducing a new genre they call “Sonic Spirituals.” This groundbreaking sound blends ancestral rhythm with futuristic energy, positioning BIG XX at the forefront of a global music renaissance. The duo, comprised of Bejay X (Bukola Fadipe), a global IP lawyer and creative entrepreneur, and XtremeTheProducer, an acclaimed hitmaker, are both alumni of Afe Babalola University (ABUAD). Together, they aim to awaken the musical instincts at humanity’s core. “Like birds, we believe all humans are musical,” says Bejay X. “WXYZ…
“For I think that to be beaten and to be put to death is sometimes better than to do what is wrong,” Socrates says in Plato’s Georgias. This pithy statement encapsulates the Socratic view on masculinity, which resists the Homeric obsession with honor through violence. In his day, Socrates’ single-minded focus on moral integrity as the true test of masculinity stood in contrast to the dominant notions of masculinity, making him something of an outlier. Masculinity was predicated on one’s dominance over women, slaves, and younger men; by one’s wealth and reputation; or one’s wartime heroics. Socrates instead posited a…
Much of the pleasure of listening to an Obongjayar project comes from watching the artist slowly unravel like a soap opera’s protagonist. On stage, he’s a frenzied animal, a shaman under the thrall of ancestral spirits, singing and dancing with wild energy. Somehow, his recorded music manages to pack that same urgency, that primal energy that stalks his stage performances, while also regaling fans with riveting narrative arcs that rival some of the best movies. Pain and trauma haunt his music. He’s constantly in motion; either running away from pain towards pleasure, or charging head-first like a crazed bull into…
In one particular harrowing clip that has gained virality on social media, students, who had been scheduled to write the English examination of this year’s West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), can be seen shuffling around a dimly lit classroom agitatedly, lighting candles to ward off the onslaught of darkness: as of around 7pm they had yet to write the exam which was supposed to have been held that morning. It’s complete pandemonium in the room. Students run around in a panicked frenzy, most wielding their phone flashlights. There’s not a single teacher or instructor in sight. Countless videos…
Tsuni is an artist who crafts music from the many sounds and moments that have shaped her. With influences ranging from Hannah Montana to Beyoncé, and Afrobeats artists, her music feels familiar and distinctly hers. When asked to describe her sound in three words, she picked confident, familiar, and distinctive, and it’s easy to hear why. Her voice is strong and commanding, yet she knows how to soften it, bringing in an almost sultry, conversational tone that feels intimate and self-assured. It’s the kind of voice that doesn’t shout, but you listen. Paired with mellow, textured beats that leave room…