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The Music Blog
May 20, 2023

The Music Blog: Davido Reveals How His Late Son Inspired the Stunning Timeless Album Art

Celebrated artist Davido opens up about the profound connection his late son Ifeanyi Adeleke had with the natural world, offering a heartfelt exploration of the captivating Timeless album art. After a period of absence from the music scene, Davido made an awe-inspiring comeback, leaving a lasting impression with the release of his highly acclaimed Timeless... Read More
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May 11, 2023

The Music Blog: We Didn’t Decide to Come Back, God Made It Happen – Psquare

The dynamic duo of Peter and Paul Okoye, famously known as the Psquare brothers, have recently opened up about the profound impact their reunion has had on their financial habits. After a bitter split in 2017 stemming from a dispute regarding the managerial role of their elder brother, Jude Okoye, the musical powerhouse made amends... Read More
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May 10, 2023

The Music Blog: I was suicidal and turned to smoking when I made ‘Soso’ – Omah Lay opens up

Nigerian music is blessed with a multitude of talented artists who constantly strive to push the boundaries of creativity within the genre. Among these rising stars, Omah Lay shines bright as one of the finest musicians making waves on the global stage. With his groundbreaking hit single ‘Soso,’ Omah Lay has captured the hearts of... Read More
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May 8, 2023

The Music Blog: Tiwa Savage’s Coronation Performance | A Controversial Blend of Music and Politics

Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage graced the stage with her mesmerizing performance of ‘Keys to the Kingdom’ at the prestigious coronation ceremony held on the East Lawn of Windsor Castle. Following King Charles and Queen Camilla’s ascent to the throne, Savage’s participation drew both admiration and skepticism from fans and critics alike. This thought-provoking performance not... Read More
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May 3, 2023

The Music Blog: The Legacy of Lagbaja’s Music | A Revolutionary Blend of Fuji and House Ahead of Its Time

Nigeria has a rich musical history with a diverse range of sounds that have permeated the global music scene. One of the most unique and influential artists to come out of Nigeria is Lagbaja, whose music was way ahead of its time, fusing traditional Fuji music with contemporary House beats to create a sound that... Read More
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May 1, 2023

Our split made it possible for Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others to shine – P-Square

During a recent interview on ‘The 77’ Podcast, Nigerian music duo, Paul and Peter Okoye, better known as P-Square, made a bold claim that their split in 2016 paved the way for some of the most popular Nigerian singers like Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others to dominate the afrobeats music scene. The Okoye brothers... Read More
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April 28, 2023

The Music Blog: Ed Sheeran Performs ‘Thinking Out Loud’ in Court to Prove Innocence in Song Lawsuit

Grammy-winning British singer, Ed Sheeran, recently performed on the witness stand in court to prove his innocence in a lawsuit filed by the heirs of Ed Townsend, co-writer of Marvin Gaye’s ‘Let’s Get It On’. The lawsuit, initially filed in 2017, alleges that Sheeran’s hit song, ‘Thinking Out Loud’, bears “striking similarities” to the 1973... Read More
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April 22, 2023

The Music Blog: Apple Music announces emerging Afro-fusion singer-songwriter Winny as the latest featured artist in its Up Next artist development program in Nigeria

It’s honestly been surreal being at this very point in my professional career to now being considered ‘Up Next’,” she tells Apple Music. “Growing up in the City of Jos, Nigeria, listening to a lot of reggae and indigenous music inspired my sound. I’m grateful to everyone that’s played a part in my journey and... Read More
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April 19, 2023

‘Songs weren’t good enough’ – Don Jazzy opens up on collaborating with Wizkid

Don Jazzy, one of the most legendary producers in the music industry, recently held an interactive session on his Instagram account, answering various inquiries from his fans. One of the questions asked was whether he had any plans to collaborate with Wizkid, a highly respected artist in Nigeria. Don Jazzy revealed that they have actually... Read More
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April 18, 2023

The Music Blog: 5 Nigerian Songs Inspired by Heartbreak

Getting your heart broken is often a difficult and challenging thing to go through and Nigerian music artists are not exempted from experiencing their own share of it. However in order to find solace and expression, they have learned to leveraged those situations; channeling their pain as creative muses and turning them into hit songs... Read More
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April 8, 2023

‘We used to be close, but we no longer talk often’- Davido opens up on relationship with Burna Boy

Nigerian superstar Davido, renowned for his Afrobeat music, has opened up about the state of his relationship with fellow musician Burna Boy. In a recent interview on New York-based Hot 97FM’s Ebro in the Morning Show, Davido revealed that while the two artists were on good terms, their friendship is not as strong as it... Read More
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April 6, 2023

“Timeless” by Davido makes history as first African album to reach No.1 on US iTunes chart

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has once again made history with his latest album, “Timeless”. The album, which was released on March 31, 2023, has become the first African album to top the US iTunes Albums Chart, a feat that has been hailed as a major achievement for the African music... Read More
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March 31, 2023

Davido Releases 17-Track Album ‘Timeless’

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Davido, has just released his highly anticipated album ‘Timeless’, which is his fourth studio album. The album features collaborations with several artists, including Asake, Fave, Focalistic, Angelique Kidjo, and Skepta, among others. The 17-track album features diverse tunes that showcase Davido’s versatility as an artist. Davido took to his social media page... Read More
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March 22, 2023

Davido’s album announcement prompts Wande Coal to push back album release date

Wande Coal, an award-winning Nigerian music sensation, has decided to push back the release of his new album ‘Legend or No Legend’ by a week. He made this announcement through updated release dates on music streaming platforms. It’s possible that the delay may be because Davido recently announced his own upcoming album ‘Timeless’, which is... Read More
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March 21, 2023

Davido makes comeback to social media, reveals 4th album titled ‘Timeless’

Hey, guess who’s back? It’s the Afrobeats sensation, Davido! After months of being off the radar, the singer announced his return to social media with some exciting news about his highly-anticipated studio album, ‘Timeless’. Davido took to social media to share the good news and revealed that the album will be released on March 31st.... Read More
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March 16, 2023

Burna Boy to perform at 2023 Champions League final

Award-winning Afro-fusion musician Burna Boy will take the stage at the 2023 UEFA Champions League (UCL) final. The Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey will host this year’s championship game on June 23. UEFA announced the self-proclaimed “African Giant” as one of the headliners alongside another soon-to-be-announced “global sensation” in a blog post on Thursday.... Read More
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March 10, 2023

Rema’s “Calm Down” Makes History as First African Song to Reach 400 Million YouTube Views

Rema, the talented Nigerian singer, has taken the music world by storm, as his hit song, “Calm Down,” has reached an astounding 400 million views on YouTube. This impressive achievement has made Rema the first African artist to hit this milestone on the popular video-sharing platform. The song, which was released around 10 months ago,... Read More
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March 10, 2023

Burna Boy makes history with RIAA platinum plaque for hit song ‘Last Last’

Nigerian music sensation Burna Boy has added another remarkable achievement to his illustrious career as his latest hit single, ‘Last Last’, has sold over a million units in the United States. This tremendous feat was reported by Chart Data, a reputable chart news platform, which revealed that Burna Boy had been awarded an RIAA platinum... Read More
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March 3, 2023

Libianca, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay Collaborate on Remix of “People”

Cameroonian-American singer Libianca Fonji has teamed up with Nigerian Afrobeats stars Ayra Starr and Omah Lay to release a remix of her hit single ‘People’. The original version of the song was released in 2022 and has gained significant popularity on various streaming platforms. Ayra Starr and Omah Lay have added their unique styles to... Read More
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February 22, 2023

Falz and Tekno collaborate on empowering song ‘O wa’ ahead of 2023 Elections

Nigerian superstar rapper, Falz, and multi-talented hitmaker, Tekno, have joined forces to create a socially conscious song aimed at inspiring Nigerians to vote right and exercise their franchise during the upcoming 2023 elections. In the track titled “O wa”, Falz addresses the major issues currently facing Nigeria, such as fuel scarcity, lack of cash, police... Read More
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February 20, 2023

Burna Boy, Tems, and Rema perform at 2023 NBA All-Star Game

At the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, incredible performances by Burna Boy, Rema, and Tems capped a night of celebration for Nigerian music. The 20th annual NBA all-star game, which featured the league’s best players from both conferences, was held in Salt Lake City, Utah on February 20th, 2023. Seeing Team LeBron and Team Giannis put... Read More
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February 17, 2023

Rema releases two new singles ‘Reason You’ and ‘Holiday’

Rema, the Nigerian artist, has put out two new songs titled, ‘Holiday’ and ‘Reason You’. The singles were released early Friday morning. ‘Holiday’ is a collaboration with the brilliant producer Blaisebeatz, while ‘Reason You’ was produced by Alex Lustig. The ‘Calm Down’ crooner uses an optimistic rhythm throughout the tracks to display his broad sound... Read More
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February 15, 2023

Burna Boy, Tems & Rema to Headline 2023 NBA All-Star Game Halftime Show

Tems, Burna Boy, and Rema have been recruited to headline the 2023 edition of the NBA All-Star Weekend. At this year’s NBA All-Star Game on Sunday (February 19), the halftime show will include a combination of classics performed by Nigerian singers under an Afrobeats theme. Star player LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers will also be... Read More
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