Abioye Damilare Samson

Headies
Back to Base, But Not Without Baggage: The Highs and Lows of the 17th Headies Awards

If this is truly Back to Base, then maybe the 18th edition of the Headies…

5ive
“5ive” Review: Davido Refines His Magic on Fifth Album

5ive is very limited in terms of variation, featuring diverse genres and styles, but presenting…

Barrystar Vol 1
“Barrystar Vol 1” Review: Barry Jhay Pays Homage to Barrister With a Soul-Stirring Debut Album

Many artistes may tap into his father’s music for inspiration, but Barry Jhay’s Barrystar Vol…

Street Pop
10 Artistes Expanding the Soundscape of Street Pop in Nigeria Today

Now, as newer acts are pushing the boundaries of Street Pop and exploring experimental terrains,…

protest music
Why Is There a Dearth of Protest Music in Nigeria Today?

The reality is that politically charged music today struggles for mainstream oxygen because of the…

rap
Odumodublvck & the Never-Ending Fight Over What Nigerian Rap Should Be

The issue at the heart of this debate should not be whether “Cast” qualifies as…

I Dream In Color
“I Dream In Color” Review: Magixx’s Debut Album Offers an Unfiltered Look Into His Mind

Throughout I Dream In Color, Magixx wears his emotions on his sleeve, and delivers a…

Arewa
Will Arewa Music Be the Next Big Wave in Contemporary Nigerian Pop?

At the moment, the embrace of Arewa sounds still feels like an exploratory phase driven…

Children of Africa
“Children of Africa” Review: Seyi Vibez’s EP Is an Unorthodox Comeback That Works

If Children of Africa is a preview of what’s to come, then the game is…

Black and White
“Black and White” Review: Terry Apala’s New Project Stretches Apala’s Sonic Possibilities

Black and White is an ambitious distillation of Terry Apala’s genre-defying vision—one that honours Apala’s…