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Timeless Classics and Unforgettable Anthems: The Old Cats Who Defined Nigerian Afrobeats
When we talk about the Nigerian Afrobeats scene, we can't ignore the pioneers who paved the way for its global acclaim. We're talking about the legends, the ones who laid…
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#NigerianIdol: The Fela-themed week. Hit or miss?
Answering the question of whether this week's theme for Nigerian Idol was a hit or miss is is subject to how much attention one pays to detail. If you just…
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FG: Bala-Usman suspended till after investigation, Genevieve Nnaji stars in new audio play | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: FG: Bala-Usman suspended till after investigation The Federal Government has on Tuesday,10th May,…
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Observation is a crime: The Fela Hall of Fame honour | #YNaijaCover
For the average Nigerian, if the current state of the nation is anything to consider, this might not be the best of times to be proud of the country.From issues…
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Bringing back Fela: Why it is time for artistes to also speak through their art in the #EndSARS movement
Even the most insentient person in the country knows that a revolution is already being brewed. Such is the magnitude and intensity of the protests that have engulfed major cities…
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Album Review: Niniola delivers on ‘Colours and Sounds’ but it may be time to evolve
From MTN Project Fame, to showing ‘Maradona’ stuff on ‘This is Me’ album and getting a Grammy nomination for her contribution to Beyoncé’s ‘The Lion Gift: The King,’ Niniola Apata, popularly…
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Burna Boy vs Sowore: What are the limits to a Nigerian celebrity’s activism?
The recent virtual exchange between Afrobeats star Burna Boy and revolutionary politician Omoyele Sowore has sparked off a range of conversations. Some bordered around the extent to which celebrities who…
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Burna Boy has chosen his own kind of revolution, but is he to blame for being called out?
Our celebrities are everything. They give us things to talk about, create trends for us to follow, and arguably, influence the decision of many of their fans. Being a celebrity…
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Stans of Davido in ‘glory party’ as singer becomes first Nigerian artiste to break another international record
It increasingly becomes a fact that to be considered a successful artiste one must have an international audience. This concept was first popularized by westerner rock-stars in the 60's, who…
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#IFFR2019: My Friend Fela is an intimate look at Nigeria’s biggest export
Even when the Nigerian film presence at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) appears non-existent this year, Nigeria’s most important cultural export, Fela Anikulapo Kuti pulls off something of a…
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Profile: Is Falz the most woke performer since Fela, or is he just as problematic?
The year 2018 has been a difficult one for Nigeria and its citizens. For proof, look no further than the news headlines. Violent clashes between herdsmen and local citizens over…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Joachim MacEbong, Isima Odeh, Osi Suave and others [The Wizkid-Fela debate edition]
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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The Thread: “A night I’ll never forget” “He is officially an African LEGEND” | Twitter goes crazy over Wizkid’s London concert
There's no other way to say it, Starboy shut down London last night. What's the definition of shut down? Being the first African to sell out the Royal Albert Hall,…
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[The Music Blog] Buzz Review: D’banj reinvents himself as “El Chapo”
At this point, we all have to agree with D'banj's opening declaration on "Emergency", that no one ever sees him coming through. There is no denying that his best years…
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The Music Blog: Is anyone else curious about the ‘UK Afrobeat’ scene?
As African popular music continues to segue into radio playlists all over the world, much is heard but little is known about the UK's Afrobeats scene. The first time Afrobeats…
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20 years after Fela’s death, his music, lifestyle and influence lives on
by Wareez Odunayo 20 years after the demise of Abeokuta born multi-instrumentalist, musician, composer and human rights activist, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the world is yet to recover his persona. The Abami…
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The Music Blog: Handling Fela’s legacy with care
Two decades have passed since Abami Eda was first laid into the soil in Ikeja, Lagos but the years that superseded his demise have ensured Fela Anikulapo Kuti has remained…
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Entertainment Roundup: Segun Arinze reveals he’s open to collaborating with Tekno in the future; Justin Bieber speaks out for the first time since tour cancellation | More stories
Here are the biggest stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are certain to buzz the rest of today. Plus FREE GIFT INSIDE. Should we…
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[The Music Blog] Is Small Doctor the new voice of the street?
All hail Small Doctor - Omo Iya Tisha. Temitope Adekunle aka Small Doctor might just be the new voice of the streets. The Fuji pop spewing musician has warmed his…
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[The Music Blog] Wizkid is not a Young Fela
Because we love to look for the next Legend or “New X”, we sometimes demand a lot of things from younger people, placing them in boxes and hoping they will…
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[The Music Blog]: As the world is filled with “Wild Thoughts”, Afropop should take notes
Despite the Latin guitar riffs that open DJ Khaled's latest single "Wild Thoughts", the baseline isn't immediately distinctive. In fact, when Rihanna's voice sets into the tempo with the same Barbadian…
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[The Music Blog]: The real reason Nigerian artists are terrible on stage
A friend remarked a few days ago that your average church lead chorister can pull off a greater stage presence than any Nigerian performer on stage. I have been thinking…
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The Music Blog: The man from Shrine
It's hard to miss the energetic atmosphere around The New Africa Shrine whenever heir to Afrobeat throne Femi Kuti is in the building. The transplanted Kalakuta Republic is the new…
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Ayodeji Rotinwa: As we Felabrate, let’s remember our music still has no conscience
by Ayodeji Rotinwa It goes without saying what a force music can be, especially in repressive climes such as ours. “Shake”, “Waist”, “Whine”, “Money” and the insertion of plenty…
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Opinion: Fela- between the cross’ din and the crescent’s dint
by Modiu Olaguro "Sadly, our spirituality happens to be the greatest casualty of the colonial assault on Africa. We lost the very key to our soul as we have been eternally…
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Reuben Abati: The legend of Fela like you’ve never read before
On the occasion of his 80th birthday, Benson Idonije, who is arguably Nigeria’s most informed analyst of jazz music and an enthusiastic promoter of popular culture and music has released…
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Afrobeat Legend, Fela Kuti honoured by US Congress
Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Afrobeat legend, has been honoured by the United States Congress for his contributions to music and political activism. A Certificate of Recognition signed by Sheila Jackson Lee, a…
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“Loooooool” | Did Seun Kuti just ‘sub’ Flavour? (READ)
by Kolapo Olapoju Afrobeat artist, Seun Kuti, apparently disagrees with MTV Base's choice of Flavour as the best live act in Africa. The son of Late Fela Kuti, is known…
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Opinion: The dearth of ‘conscious music’ in Nigeria
by Bidemi Oderinlo There is almost nothing to learn from Nigerian music today beyond the dance steps, no musician or artist is singing with wisdom and value, it is just…
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Demola Rewaju: My 50 favourite songs…. and 30 more (Y! Superblogger)
by Demola Rewaju Lighthouse Family – Ocean Drive: I loved the song. Then they used it for a cigarette advert and caught me. 1. Everly Brothers – Take a Message…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy