Tag: Nigerian Artists

  • Hengin Shares Afrobeats Single “Let Me Go”

    Hengin Shares Afrobeats Single “Let Me Go”

    Nigerian-Canadian Afrobeats/alte artist Hengin has released his new single “Let Me Go.”

    With its catchy hooks and emotional feel, “Let Me Go” is both danceable and reflective.

    “This track is personal for me. It’s about how they don’t want me to succeed, to go the next level — I don’t know who “they” is, might even be me,” says Hengin.

    Stream  “Let Me Go” by Hengin

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  • Salthy Shares New Single “Medal”

    Salthy Shares New Single “Medal”

    Nigerian Afrobeats artist Salthy is back with a new single titled “Medal”

    Born Ewetuga Clinton Oluwatimileyin,Salthy’s  journey began in secondary school, where his raw freestyle videos caught attention and marked the beginning of his career.

    “I love blending authenticity with emotion and my music reflects his belief that every song should tell a story and create connection,” says Salthy 

    The rising star also has a signature catchphrase, “EWESOO” — Every Word Expresses Strong Emotions & Originality — which serves as the foundation of his artistry and defines.

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  • Xumm3r Debuts With New Single “Sweet Love”

    Xumm3r Debuts With New Single “Sweet Love”

    Nigerian artist Xumm3r (born Ofodu Tobechukwu) is a fresh new voice in the Afrobeats and dancehall space, bringing passion, warmth, and a touch of soul to his music. 

    Born and raised in Nigeria in a family of seven, he first discovered his gift for singing in the church choir. 

    Over the years, he has performed under different names (Xummer & Summertime), but the journey — marked by resilience, personal loss, and a relentless drive to create — has shaped the artist he is today. 

    After sharpening his craft at Inestimable Music’s recording camps alongside some of the industry’s brightest young talents, Xumm3r is now stepping fully into the spotlight.

    His debut single, “Sweet Love”, produced by Blvck Chynah, is an introduction to his world. The track fuses Afrobeats and dancehall with an intimate, romantic energy that feels both familiar and refreshing.

    With heartfelt lyrics and a delivery that leans into raw emotion, “Sweet Love” sets the tone for what listeners can expect from Xumm3r — music that connects, uplifts, and resonates.

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  • Recoup Records Enlists Ovahflo and YTJ on Afrobeats Single “Asanwa”

    Recoup Records Enlists Ovahflo and YTJ on Afrobeats Single “Asanwa”

    “Asanwa” is the latest single from Recoup Records, featuring rising Afrobeats talents, Ovahflo and YTJ.

    Produced by Kulsolo Beatz, the track captures the vibrant, rhythmic, and emotionally charged essence of contemporary Afrobeats

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  • UK Artist Real Zeal Returns from 12-Year Hiatus with Afrobeats Single “Collabo”

    UK Artist Real Zeal Returns from 12-Year Hiatus with Afrobeats Single “Collabo”

    Collabo is the debut single from Real Zeal, marking his return to music after a 12-year break. It’s a groovy Afrobeats track that celebrates unity, teamwork, and positive energy. 

    After a 12-year hiatus, UK-based Afrobeat artist Real Zeal makes a return to the music scene with his electrifying new single, “Collabo.” 

    The track is a celebration of togetherness, groove, and the power of shared experiences—marking the beginning of a bold new chapter for the Nigeria native, born Ben Zeal Ezegbu.

    Stream “Collabo” by Real Zeal

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  • Hunchovibe Celebrates Lagos Street Life on New Single “Product of Lungu (Maria)”

    Hunchovibe Celebrates Lagos Street Life on New Single “Product of Lungu (Maria)”

    Nigerian rapper and singer Hunchovibes is shining the spotlight on the streets of his hometown of Lagos, celebrating the vibes that shaped him and his career.

    “It reflects the streets I grew up in, the energy, the struggles, and the dreams that shaped me,” Hunchovibe explains.

    “Through this song, I want to take listeners into my world and show how music can be a voice of hope, pride, and perseverance.”

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  • Benue-Born Rapper Israel Nigeria Addresses the Insecurity in the State on New Single   “Poor Man No Get Place”

    Benue-Born Rapper Israel Nigeria Addresses the Insecurity in the State on New Single   “Poor Man No Get Place”

    Benue-born, Abuja-based hip-hop artist Israel Nigeria releases his bold new single “Poor Man No Get Place”, a raw anthem that captures the struggles of ordinary Nigerians.

    With sharp bars over gritty sample-driven production, the track speaks on poverty, fuel scarcity, insecurity, and the silent killings of farmers in Benue State.

    The song’s hook “Poor man no get place Naija, look at big rivers we no light, if we get good leaders we go dey alright” echoes the frustration of a nation where promises remain unfulfilled and the poor are forgotten. 

    The track is taken from Israel Nigeria’s latest EP, Noises from the North, a body of work that blends hip-hop storytelling with social commentary, amplifying the voices of the marginalized.

    With this release, Israel Nigeria continues his mission of using music as protest, giving truth to the pain of the people. 

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  • DAX Opens Up About his Mental Health Struggles on “Lonely Dirt Road”

    DAX Opens Up About his Mental Health Struggles on “Lonely Dirt Road”

    Nigerian-Canadian rapper and singer DAX’s song “Lonely Dirt Road” is probably his most emotional and personal one yet.

    The 31-year-old 31-year-old born Daniel Nwosu Jr., credits his habit of taking daily walks to clear his head as the inspiration behind the song.

    “I wrote it about mental health walks that eventually transformed into mental health drives I take every morning to clear my head.

    The older I get the longer the drives seem to get.”

    “Lonely Dirt Road” is the seventh track on Dax’s  2024 From a Man’s Perspective 

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  • Ambition Smiler Hopes to Revive Hip-Hop with New Single “Born Again”

    Ambition Smiler Hopes to Revive Hip-Hop with New Single “Born Again”

    Nigerian artist Ambition Smiler is determined to restore the glory days of rap music and hip-hop with the help of his new single “Born Again”

    “Born Again” showcases Ambition Smiler’s signature sound, blending infectious melodies with heartfelt lyrics.

    “This song is a testament to the transformative journeys we all experience and serves as a reminder that every day offers a chance to start anew,” he says.

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  • Mcsam_p and Isræl Collaborate on Shallipopi-Inspired Single “Problem”

    Mcsam_p and Isræl Collaborate on Shallipopi-Inspired Single “Problem”

    Nigerian Afrobeats artist Mcsam_p has released a new single “Problem” featuring Israel

    Inspired by the likes of Shallipopi,Zerrydl, Famous Pluto, Rema the track a confident declaration of individuality, ambition, and no-nonsense attitude.

    Produced with rich percussions, infectious melodies, and a sleek modern sound, “PROBLEM” blends Afrobeat vibes with elements of street-hop and new school swagger. 

    The song is for everyone who’s ever been underestimated or misunderstood,” says Mcsam_p. “We’re not the problem – we are the wave.”

    Stream “Problem” by Mcsam_p and Israel 

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