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  • Power Red explores relationship drama and social media culture on “Go TikTok” featuring Young Joe

    Power Red explores relationship drama and social media culture on “Go TikTok” featuring Young Joe

    Nigerian independent Afrobeats artist Power Red has released “Go TikTok,” a collaboration with Young Joe that explores the way relationship drama can quickly become public through social media.

    The song takes a playful approach to the familiar experience of private relationship issues finding their way onto the internet. Its central phrase, “Carry am go TikTok,” captures the idea of taking relationship complaints and stories directly to social media, turning a common part of online culture into the focus of the record.

    Built around an Afrobeats sound, “Go TikTok” combines a catchy hook with a relatable subject that connects music, relationships and social media behaviour. The track’s concept also lends itself to the kind of short-form storytelling and performance formats commonly found across social platforms.

    Power Red is an independent Afrobeats artist from Nigeria, with “Go TikTok” featuring Young Joe as his latest release.

    “Go TikTok” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Phranchor embraces self-belief on new Afrobeats single “Underrate”

    Phranchor embraces self-belief on new Afrobeats single “Underrate”

    Emerging Nigerian artist Phranchor explores self-belief, ambition and the desire for more on his latest single, “Underrate.”

    The Afrobeats, Afropop and Dancehall record centres on the idea that people should not allow their present circumstances or the opinions of others to determine their sense of worth. Its message is aimed at anyone who feels they deserve more from life and believes that reaching that point is a matter of time and persistence.

    “Underrate” takes a self-affirming approach to ambition, with Phranchor using the song to express confidence in his own potential. The verses were influenced by lessons he took from studying Wizkid’s music, while the chorus draws inspiration from the strength of Burna Boy’s vocal delivery on one of his records. Phranchor is clear, however, that these influences are part of his learning process rather than an attempt to recreate either artist.

    Produced, mixed and mastered by ThankG, the record combines Afrobeats rhythms with Afropop and Dancehall influences.

    Phranchor, born Aliakor Franklin Chidiebere, is a Lagos-based Nigerian artist of Imo State origin. He wrote his first song in JSS1 and spent years developing his songwriting and performance before making his public debut in 2026.

    His debut single, “Tinted,” was followed by his first EP, introducing a catalogue shaped by vocal dexterity, lyricism and creative rhyme schemes. Phranchor aims to build a diverse body of work that gives listeners music that reflects both how they feel and how they want to feel.

    “Underrate” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Jideone brings Afrobeats, Grime and Hip-Hop together on “Nobody Knows” featuring JEJE and Sir Maz

    Jideone brings Afrobeats, Grime and Hip-Hop together on “Nobody Knows” featuring JEJE and Sir Maz

    UK-based Nigerian producer Jideone brings together Afrobeats, Grime, Hip-Hop and R&B on “Nobody Knows,” a collaboration featuring Afrobeats artist JEJE and London rapper Sir Maz.

    Produced by Jideone, the track connects his Nigerian roots with the sounds of the UK music scene. JEJE opens the record with smooth Afrobeats melodies over rhythmic percussion, while Sir Maz brings a rap-focused performance that adds another dimension to the production.

    The contrast between their approaches gives “Nobody Knows” its musical structure, moving between melodic passages and rap verses while Jideone’s production connects the different elements through layered percussion, textured beats and transitions.

    The song reflects Jideone’s work across genres and his interest in bringing different musical influences together. His production background spans more than a decade, beginning with music-making through school and college connections in Nigeria. Originally known as JD Production, he adopted the name Jideone in 2007 before continuing his work in the UK.

    Jideone has production and co-production credits with UK and international artists including Dizzee Rascal, Skepta, Giggs, Novelist, AJ Legacy and Tiz East. He also operates his own studio and has collaborated with engineers including SaharaBeatz, Kbillz and 705.

    “Nobody Knows” was released just over a year ago and brings together three artists working across different parts of the UK and African music landscape.

    “Nobody Knows” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • El Drez channels hope, faith and resilience on “HOSANNA”

    El Drez channels hope, faith and resilience on “HOSANNA”

    El Drez returns with “HOSANNA,” a new release centred on resilience, unity, hope and faith.

    The song arrives against the backdrop of a world facing uncertainty and division, using its central message to encourage perseverance and togetherness. “HOSANNA” presents music as a space for reflection and renewal, focusing on the strength that can come from holding on to faith while continuing to move forward.

    At its core, the track is about maintaining hope through difficult moments. Its message extends beyond individual experience, speaking to the importance of unity and the possibility of finding common ground across different communities and generations.

    “HOSANNA” marks another release from El Drez, carrying forward a message of faith, resilience and forward movement.

    “HOSANNA” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Kitan explores love, regret and redemption on “Mosunmola”

    Kitan explores love, regret and redemption on “Mosunmola”

    Nigerian independent artist Kitan has released “Mosunmola,” a melodic Afrobeats record that brings together contemporary production with Fuji and Highlife influences.

    At 115 BPM, the song follows a man attempting to reconnect with a woman he loves after mistakes have driven them apart. Through conversational lyrics and smooth melodies, “Mosunmola” explores missed calls, pride, regret and the hope of rebuilding a relationship.

    Rather than focusing solely on heartbreak, the song centres on accountability and the desire to regain trust. Sung across English, Pidgin and Yoruba, it combines a personal relationship story with the Yoruba vocal textures that form part of Kitan’s musical identity.

    The record draws from the storytelling tradition of Afrobeats while incorporating Fuji-inspired vocals and Highlife melodies. This combination gives “Mosunmola” a nostalgic quality while keeping its production rooted in a contemporary Afrobeats sound.

    Kitan is an independent Nigerian artist whose music blends Fuji-inspired vocals, Highlife melodies and contemporary Afrobeats. His songwriting draws on real-life experiences while exploring African identity and relationships.

    “Mosunmola” is available now on major streaming platforms.