Victony’s debut album, Stubborn, marks a significant milestone in his musical journey, showcasing his growth as an artist in the Nigerian music space and beyond. With 14 tracks that blend Afropop & Afrobeats with personal narratives, the album reflects his experiences, struggles, and aspirations. Each song is a testament to his unique sound and lyrical depth,…
Cruel Santino, formerly known as Santi, blends Afrobeat, rap, and alternative sounds to create his unique music, making him a prominent Nigerian artist. Here are some key facts about him: Background: Born Osayaba Ize-Iyamu, he initially gained recognition under the name Santi. In 2020, he rebranded to Cruel Santino, marking a new phase in his…
An album is arguably the most important part of a musical act’s artistry. As a compilation of their songs into one cohesive body of work, it stands as one of the most integral aspects of being a music artiste. An album has the potential to significantly influence an artiste’s career, propelling it in various trajectories…
Tiwa Savage in her creative bag takes the leap to the big screen in “Water & Garri,” a debut effort into movie production. She had earlier dropped a star studded soundtrack that preluded the album that has been received quite positively. The movie was Directed by Meji Alabi and is exclusively available for streaming on…
Fireboy is one of the most disrespected acts in the Nigerian music scene, and it is unfortunate. Despite his numerous achievements, he has not received the recognition he deserves and is often excluded from many discussions where he should be considered. To break this cycle, it is essential to evaluate Fireboy’s credentials for inclusion in…
Songwriters play a pivotal role in the music industry, often working behind the scenes to craft some of the biggest hits we’ve heard. However, the Nigerian music scene often overlooks or stigmatizes them, sometimes accusing artists who utilize songwriters of lacking talent. To challenge this narrative, we’re spotlighting four talented songwriters who deserve more recognition….
Whether it’s Tems or Ayra Starr in the first or second spot, any list of top female acts is valid with them at the top. Even among their male counterparts, they wouldn’t fall short of the top 10. Many of us got to know Tems through her features on Alté albums around 2018/2019 with Lady…
If we are being very honest, there has never really been a major inclusion of our female elite artists in general rankings. It is usually segmented, with a separate category made for women. However, if we are being objectively factual, many female artists outrank their counterparts in numerous criteria and deserve a mandated seat at…
The center for Nigerian music has historically been Lagos over anywhere else including Abuja, with the biggest artists across Nigeria based there. This extends to various talents seeking mainstream success in the Nigerian music landscape; they often had to relocate to Lagos to enhance their chances of gaining popularity. This dynamic still holds true today,…
Still on the topic of the Big 4, we’ve covered Rema and why his claim for the fourth spot is valid. There are many more prospects vying for inclusion in the elite ranks of the industry, and we’ll start with Asake. Just as we did with Rema in proving his claim, we’ll now examine Asake’s…
