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Afrobeats Weekly is a podcast about African music that podcast highlights some of the biggest news around the Afrobeats genre and the people behind it - the musicians, producers, writers.

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    New Music Friday Reviews: Ayra Starr ft Wizkid's Gimme Dat, Tiwa Savage's You4Me & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 47:03


    On this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Ayra Starr ft Wizkid's Gimme Dat, Tiwa Savage's You4Me, Shallipopi and Burna Boy's Laho II and more New Music Friday songs. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction09:51 - Burna Boy says his version of 'Laho' is the original11:00 - ODUMODUBLVCK school tour14:29 - New SongsGimme Dat by Ayra Starr ft WizkidLaho II by Shallipopi ft Burna BoyDo Me by RuntownYou4Me by Tiwa SavageLost by Fola ft Kizz DanielStory by Fireboy ft Take A Day Trip36:44 - The charts39:41 - Eliminate46:27 - Sign out

    Davido's 5ive Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 55:00


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Davido's fifth album 5ive. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.

    Afrobeats Weekly Reviews: New Music Friday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 41:31


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review New Music Friday drops, Nobody Like Zaza album by L.A.X  album and more. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:52 - Catch-up12:28 - Davido on Breakfast Club13:55 - New Album            Nobody Like Zaza by LAX            Forever Gettin It by Lil Kesh24:46 - New SongsBout U by RemaMwah by Lojay and OdealPolice by Kizz Daniel, Johnny Drille, Angela KidjoAngelina by Johnny Drile and FireboyMukutu by Reekado BanksAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE 34:51 - The Charts36:35 - Eliminate 40:57 - Sign out

    Album Reviews: Ruger's BlownBoy Ru, Joeboy's Viva Lavida and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 47:21


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Ruger's new album ‘BlownBoy Ru' and Joeboy's ‘Viva Lavida' album and more. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction 01:48 - Catch up07:10 - Davido signs new artist10:35 - Blownboy Ru by Ruger17:45 - Viva Lavida by Joeboy22:30 - Timbo Progression by Timbaland27:50 -  New Songs4 Kampe II by Joe Dwet File ft Burna BoyBodycon by CrayonRamadam Kareem by Toliban, Odumodu, BojBelieve by Noon DaveIhe I kwuru Nnem by MzealEveryday by 9t9APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE 40:15 - The Charts40:56 - Eliminate46:45 - Sign out

    Songwriting in Afrobeats: What Makes a Good 'Pen Game'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 53:44


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss what makes a good pen game in Afrobeats. They also discuss news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.

    The Fido Controversy: Do Artists Owe Labels More Respect, or Are Labels Just Greedy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 39:57


    The Fido Controversy: Do Artists Owe Labels More Respect, or Are Labels Just Greedy?. They also discuss Kunmie's new EP ‘Before We Became Strangers' and the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:14 - Catch up07:20 - Rising Nigerian music star Kunmie makes history on Spotify's global viral chart08:45 - King Charles III Curates His Playlist for Commonwealth Celebration Featuring Davido13:05 - The Fido Controversy: Do Artists Owe Labels More Respect, or Are Labels Just Greedy?22:25 - Before We Became Strangers EP by Kunmie22:45 - New SongsHigh by LloyisoTaxi Driver by Joe BoyBere Mi(Reimagined) by Id Cabasa, Zlata, T.I BlazeDND by NikosAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINKhttps://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReExSPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f131:36 - The Charts 33:19 - Eliminate39:29 - Sign out

    'I Dream In Color' by Magixx Abum Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 47:18


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Magixx's debut album, ‘I Dream In Color', Wande Coal and Kel-P's Best Of Both Worlds. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:15 - Catch up07:10 - Davido shares new release date for his upcoming album '5ive'08:40 - 'I Dream In Color' by Magixx14:55 - 'Best Of Both Worlds' by Kel P, Wande Coal19:40 - New SongsW for Wetego by Blaqbonez, Young Jonn, PhynoCommitment by Craid David, Tiwa SavageOnly Fans by Young JonnAnother One SkalesFridayy ft TeniFridayy ft Llonna.APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE31:50 - The Charts and Elimination46:27 - Sign out

    Children Of Africa By Seyi Vibez Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 42:35


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Seyi Vibez surprise drop ‘Children Of Africa' EP ‘'. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 -  Introduction02:30 - Catch up05:00 - Tems Becomes First African Female Artist to Hit 1 Billion Spotify StreamsTyla Becomes First African Solo Artist to Hit 1 Billion Spotify Streams With ‘Water'08:30 -  Children Of Africa By Seyi Vibez ReviewThe Gift EP by Sute Iwar16:53 - New SongsUpdate By Burna boyLaho by ShallipopiSomebody Like You by LojayLockdown by L.A.XFalling by Jeffrey BensonAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE 31:06 - The Charts42:11 - Sign out

    Breaking Down the 17th Headies Awards Nominations

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 52:26


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the 17th Headies Awards Nominations. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:41 - Catch up04:59 - Full nominations list for the 17th Headies Awards31:33 - New MusicAll The Love by Ayra StarrWhy Love by AsakeJay Jay by RugerObimo by Adekunle GoldOdeshi by Timaya, Flavor and Yund AlphaLiar Liar by ElesteePush To Start remix by Tyla and Sean PaulAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE50:15 - The Charts51:30 - Sign out

    New Music Friday: Rema's 'Baby (Is It A Crime)' & Odumodu x Victony's 'Pity This Boy' etc Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 36:12


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Rema's 'Baby (Is It A Crime), Odumodu x Victony's 'Pity This Boy, New Music Friday drops. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:00- Catch up07:30 - Tems wins at the 67th Grammys13:27 - New SongsBaby (Is It A Crime) by RemaPity This Boy by  Odumodu and Victony(Brewing Odumodu and Blaqbonez beef?)SMH by Joe Boy and TempoMad Me by PeruzziUp Iweka by Erigga and PhynoKeys To My Heart by Yemi AladeTrilogy by Cruel SantinoAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE 28:10 - The charts29:18 - Eliminate35:20 - Sign out

    Navigating Sampling Rights in Afrobeats: Lessons from Darkoo and Peter Okoye's Feud

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 39:11


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss sampling in Afrobeatsfollwoing the Darkoo and Mr. P controversy. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:13 - Catch up03:25 - Burna and Chloe..rollout?Asake snippets/face tattoos, leaving YBNL Artists confirmed to drop. Davido, Omah Lay, BurnaAny bold predictions for 2025?25:40 - Navigating Sampling Rights in Afrobeats: Lessons from Darkoo and Peter Okoye's Feud33:55 - The Charts38:00 - Sign out APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HEREhttps://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReExSPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f1

    Afrobeats Weekly's End Of The Years Lists 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 40:19


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss their end-of-year lists and the Shallipopi vs. Dapper label issues. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

    Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music Replay, End Of The Years Lists

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 41:46


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the end of the year lists, Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:00 - Davido announces new album '5ive' set to drop in 202503:45 -  Rema, Tems, Ayra Starr and Tyla make RollingStone's 2024 Album of the Year list06:06 - Rema and Tyla and Tems make PitchForks Top Songs of 202407:54 - Sho's Apple Music Replay17:33 - Tunde's Spotify wrapped28:40 - New SongsFunds by Davido, Odumodu & ChikeLouder by Blaqbonez, Ayo MaffTen Times by Young JonnMake It Up To You by Khalid, Ayra StarrBad Bitch Syndrome by SiraheemPounds and Dollar by Tekno36:30 - The Charts40:50 - Sign out

    Wizkid's Morayo Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 44:29


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the highly anticipated Morayo album by Wizkid. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:30 - Catch Up04:56 - Wizkid chart records07:53 - Wizkid's Morayo Album review 42:35 - The Charts

    New Music Friday Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 39:16


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss new music releases . They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:35 - Catch up09:35 - Tems extends her record as the most certified Nigerian female artist in the US11:11 - Tyla Takes Home 3 MTV EMA Awards13:50 - New SongsKese (Dance) by WizkidPano Tona by Adekunle Gold and Kizz DanielToma Toma by Ruger and TiwaInnocent by Mayorkun and FireboySolo by Reekado BanksYou're Stuck by Odeal and Summer WalkerEkwe by Ladipoe, Adekunle Gold and Kel-pLove and Romance II by Ric Hassani, Joeboy and Ne-yoAdanna by Taves, Boy Pee, Hyce and Brown JoelBig Smile by Pa Salieu and OdumoduAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERESPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE30:35 - The charts33:30 - Eliminate37:55 - Sign out

    Tems, Rema, Burna, Yemi Alade Earn Grammy 2025 Nominations

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 39:00


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the 2025 Grammy Nomination and review Dutty Love by Fave. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:43 - Catch up06:28 - Rema, Tems get Grammy nominations for Best Global Album10:20 - Best Global Music Album Nominees13:00 - Nigerian stars dominate Grammys Best African Music Performance categoryBest African Music Performance Nominees18:35 - Tems makes history after securing 3 nominations for the 67th Grammys27:39 - New SongsAwuke by Davido and YG MarleyHello Habibi by Olamide and RussVex For You by Lil Kesh, Fireboy, Ayo MaffSooner by Young JonnMr Lover by FidoAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReExSPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f132:45 - New AlbumsDutty Love by Fave36:27 - Charts38:00 - Sign out

    'Lagos Sweet Die' Album Review by Teeto Ceemos

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 42:17


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review ‘Peace and Love' album by Juls and ‘Lagos Sweet Die' album by Teeto Ceemos. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:03 - Catch Up05:50 - Burna Boy's 'Love, Damini' joins Nigerian albums with highest RIAA certification14:40 - New SongsKuku Google Am by TufaceGoosebumps by Qing MadiVibes on Vibes by Liya and OlamideLemme Know by MagixxTalk by Boy SpyceForever by KaestyleJailer by Sarkodie and VictonyAPPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK - https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReExSPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f124:54 - New AlbumsPeace and Love album by JulsLagos Sweet Die by Teeto Ceemos33:40 - The Charts35:18 - Eliminate41:30 - Sign Out

    Emotions Album Review by Ckay

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 45:53


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Ckay's ‘Emotions' album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:50 - Catch up04:48 - Asake's song makes NBA 2K25 soundtrack album08:28 - New musicPiece Of My Heart by Wizkid and Brent FiyazFi Kan We Kan by Buju and RemaForgiveness by Tiwa SavageFalling/Unleash by LojayRefund PT2 by Reeplay, Odumodu and Ajebo HustlersEmeka Dance by BlaqbonezOrobo by KhaidOla by Yimeeka and Black CultureWon't Turn Back by Tesswess27:53 - New Albums Emotions By Ckay31:38 - The Charts32:50 - Eliminate44:41 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Tyla + Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 36:51


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Tyla+ by Tyla album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Catch up04:30 - Ayra Starr reaches 2 Billion Spotify stream07:15 - Ayra Starr and Tyla Lead African Nominees at the 2024 MTV EMAs14:50 -  New SongsRight Now by Darkoo and DavidoMalaika by Teni and FridayyFree Service by ShallipopiDo My Dance by Moonchild SanellyPainless Melody by Braye23:10 - New AlbumsTyla+ by TylaForever by Kotrell28:50 - The Charts31:15 - Eliminate35:50 - Sign out

    Phyno's Full Time Job Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 46:45


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Phyno's Full Time Job Album Review and Minz's By Any Minz album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 -Introduction02:10 - Catch up03:30 - Wizkid Rant07:24 - Rolling Stone's The Best Albums of 2024 So Far          Afrobeats Albums That Made The List      - Ayra Starr, ‘The Year I Turned 21'      - Rema, Heis      - Tems, Born In The Wild      -  Tyla, Tyla08:50 - Top Nigerian Artists on Apple Music09:50 - Top Nigerian Songs on Apple Music11:30 - Top Nigerian Albums on Apple Music13:05 - Top Nigerian Artists with the highest Shazam count15:50 - New SongsGood Feelings by Cold Play and Ayra StarrHappy People by Kaestyle Habibo Freestyle by BlaqbonezHunger Games by Nasboi and M.I22:54 -   New Albums                           Phyno's Full Time Job                             Minz's By Any Minz33:19 - Turntable charts37:21 - Eliminate45:40 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Reminisce's Sui Generis EP Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 33:51


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Reminisce's Sui Generis EP . They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:50 - Catch up06:20 - Mode 9 Rant https://x.com/thaboyyom/status/1839933675317625145?s=43&mx=211:38 - Tems, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr To Headline Afro Nation Portugal 202516:30 - New SongsMarhaba by Kizz DanielWe Must by Kizz DanielTime  Of My Life by Phyno and ArDeeCompose by Ladipoe and TavesNo Games by FaveJericho by TeknoIn My Bed by Ckay24:20 - New AlbumsSui Generis by Reminisce27:00 - The Charts29:40 - Eliminate33:00 - Sign out

    Oxlade 'Oxlade From Africa' Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 35:23


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Oxlade's OFA album and Nasboi's EP I.N.I.T'. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Catch up06:20 - Albums we missed 10:45 - Oxlade's OFA18:00 - Nasboi's INIT22:40 - Odunsi Nigerian Boyfriend EP   32:30 - The Charts34:07 - Sign out

    Fireboy's Adedamola Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 34:10


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Fireboy's fourth album ‘adedamola'. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:30 - Catch up08:05 - Kizz Daniel surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams13:00 -  Nigerian international star CKAY launches record label, Boyfriend Music14:10 -  New SongsEgwu Eji by CkayJoy by Angelique Kidjo and DavidoGoddess by Bayanni and RugerPepper Dem by NiniolaCan You Imagine by Tobe Nwigwe, Odumodu, Jay Electronica 20:00 - Fireboy's Album review28:30 - The charts29:50 - Eliminate33:00 - Sign out

    The Entertainer: D'Sequel by D'Banj Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 33:10


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review The Entertainer: D'Sequel by D'Banj album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:18 - Catch up04:19 - Buju Banton11:13 - Rema, Tems make Obama's 2024 Summer Playlist13:00 - Asake's 'Lungu Boy' sets the record for the highest opening week streams on Spotify Nigeria15:29 - New SongsZombie by JoeboyPhenomena by BujuTete by CrayonPinacolada by London, 6lack and Ayra StarrPerspective by Juls and Masego20:40 - New AlbumsThe Entertainer: D'Sequel by D'Banj26:20 - Spotlight of the week27:05 - The charts28:20 - Eliminate32:18 - Sign out

    Asake's Lungu Boy Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 54:41


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Asake's Lungu Boy album and No Love In Lagos album by Show Dem Camp, The Cavemen and Nsikak David. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:40 - Catch Up05:00 - AQ - Purple Doesn't Exist09:25 - Ayra Starr's 'The Year I Turned 21' surpasses 500 million Spotify streams14:20 -  New SongsMy Dealer (remix) by Kaestyle, Kizz DanielFavorite Girl by Darkoo and RemaMayana by Kold AFEx-Capade by RukmaniLifestyle by DJ Shawn feat Magnito, Falz & Pheelz 17:50 -  SDC,Cavemen, Nsikak David's No Love In Lagos 21:00 -  Asake's Lungu Boy Album Review48:47 - The Charts53:31 - Sign OutFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Copyright Controversy: Brain Jotter vs. Gentleman Mike Ejeagha's Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 40:42


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the trending Brain Jotter viral moment and the copyright issues involving Gentleman Mike Ejeagha's song and Llona's Homeless album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:39 - Catch up05:50 - Did you catch Burna's African Giant 5th-anniversary concert on YouTube?08:05 - Albums we missed last week briefly: Taves' Are You Listening and Chike's Son Of Chike11:11 - Copyright Controversy: Brain Jotter vs. Gentleman Mike Ejeagha's Music    17:25 -  New SongsJohni by SDC, Cavemen, Not All That by OdumoduWay Back by Khaid and OlamideNo Forget by TeknoFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Rema's ‘Heis' Album Review, Seyi Vibez', ‘Loseyi Professor' Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 37:13


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Rema's album HEIS and Seyi Vibez surprise drop ‘ Loseyi Professor'. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction02:35 - Catch up05:24 - Fan mail09:30 - Rema's 'HEIS' sets record for biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria in 202410:25 - Rema 'Heis' Album Review23:20 - Seyi Vibez ‘Loseyi Professor' Album Review28:20 - The charts29:30 - Eliminate35:30 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Simi's “Lost And Found” & Pheelz' “Pheelz Good II” Album Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 34:01


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Simi's “Lost And Found” & Pheelz' “Pheelz Good II” album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction07:25 - Rema makes history as 'Calm Down' surpasses 2 billion Spotify streams08:35 - Olamide's 'Ikigai' sets record for biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria in 2024    12:30 -  New SongsVisa by Reekado BanksJABO by Boj and OdumoduNo Love In Lagos by SDC, Cavemen and NsikakYBIL by Qing Madi and Kizz DanielNew AlbumsLost and Found by SimiPheelz Good 2 by Pheelz25:29 - The Charts27:28 - Eliminate33:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Victony's Stubborn Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 42:26


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Victony's Stubborn album and Olamide's surprise album Ikigai. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

    Nigeria music tours and opening acts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 47:33


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss  Nigeria music tours and opening acts,Tems making history on Apple Music US with her debut album, Asake announcement of “Lungu Boy World Tour” and new album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:50 - Catch up09:13 - Tems makes history on Apple Music US with her debut album09:59 - Asake Announces “Lungu Boy World Tour” + New Album   16:20 - New SongsArabambi by OxladeA Million Things By TavesOnome by Odeal19:00 - New AlbumsMadam Dearest by Dotty The DeityThe Chosen One by ShineTTWAnother Style by Kaestyle29:00 - Spotlight of the week30:18 - The Charts32:20 - Eliminate46:20 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Tems' ‘Born In The Wild' Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 44:48


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Tems' Born In Wild album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:45 - Catch up05:20 - Ayra Starr surpasses Tyla to become African artist with most Spotify listeners06:20 - New MusicMake Way by Ruger Luv Again by RugerShame on You by PrettyBoyFalz EP12:10 - Tems 'Born in the Wild' Album review38:20 - Eliminate43:40 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Ayra Starr's ‘The Year I Turned 21' Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 47:04


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Ayra Starr's The Tear I Turned 21 album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:01 - Catch up05:30 - Tems album release date06:55 - New Music10:25 - The Year I Turn 21 Album Review36:40 - The charts46:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Ice Prince's Fire and Ice review

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 41:13


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Tems' EP 'For Broken Ears' getting historic RIAA certification, Ice Prince Fire and Ice album,BET  2024 Awards nominations. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:25 - Tems Ticket07:45 - Tems' EP 'For Broken Ears' gets historic RIAA certification09:20 - Ayra Starr, Seyi Vibez, Burna Boy, Asake and Tems Score Nominations at 2024 BET Awards  11:40 -  New SongsBillions by Sarz and LojayTshwala Bam Remix  by Titom, Yuppe, S.N.E and BurnaWap by Minz and DavidoVibration by Magixx and JeriqPalava by Johnny Drille20:55 - New AlbumFire and Ice by Ice Prince31:00 - The Charts33:30 - Eliminate40:40 - Sign out

    Afrobeats Slow Start To 2024, Should Fans Be Worried?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 41:26


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the lack of hits or breakout artists in Afrobeats this year. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction04:10 - Tems announces release date for her debut album 'Born In The Wild'/Tour05:40 - Nigerian artists earned over #25b in Spotify royalties in 202308:20 - No hit songs/no breakout artistAre Afrobeats artists outpricing themselves?Is it a cause for concern? Or we're just panicking for nothing. What do you think?16:57 -  New SongsStubborn by Victony and AsakeBad Vibes by Ayra Starr and Seyi VibezLove Garden by BOJ and Adekunle GoldBrag by Sarkodie24:25 -   New AlbumsWater and Garri Soundtrack by Tiwa Savage27:45 - The Charts29:20 - The Five40:10 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Afrobeats Big 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 36:53


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Afrobeats Big 3. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:10 - Catch Up03:24 - Rotimi the first artist to popularize Afrobeats in the United States?05:40 - D'banj announces new single titled 'Since 04' to mark 20 years on stage10:52 -  Afrobeats Big 317:30 -   New SongsLove Me Jeje by TemsRodo by Adekunle GoldUntitled by Ice Prince, Psycho YP and OdumoduLovesick by Paybac and Monki Bznzz28:30 - The Charts36:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Ruger, Bnxn's RnB's Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2024 36:33


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the highly anticipated Ruger and Bnxn's ‘RnB' Album Review. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:42 - Catch up03:13 - Tems Coachella performance plus trailer for her upcoming album 'Born in the Wild'07:55 - Burna Boy makes Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2024 list10:40 - Davido launches Nine+ Records with UnitedMasters12:50 - Ruger, Bnxn's RnB's Album Review17:50 -  New SongsWahala by Ckay and OlamideTechnician by Blaqbonez and OdumoduHeard Start by Bloody CivilianHallelujah by Ladipoe, Rozz and MorelloUnruly by RumaniSmall Money by NasboiAdenuga by Joeboy and Qing Madi25:13 - The Charts28:10 - Eliminate35:10 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Shallipopi's Shakespopi Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 49:52


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Shallipopi's Shakespopi album, Young Jonn's debut album Jiggy Forever and Ruger's vs his former label. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:42 - Asake Concert08:15 - Fan mails25:30 - Ruger fires shots at Jonzing World27:00 - Wizkid, Tems, Oxlade make Spotify's 100 greatest R&B songs29:00 - Shallipopi's Shakespopi Review 35:00 - Young Jonn's Jiggy Forever Review39:50 - New SongsPoe by Ruger and BujuEkelebe by Stoneboy ft OdumoduHmmm by Chris Brown ft DavidoTaya by Dbanj, Zlatan, timaya, Specikinging, Bahdboi Oml, KayswitchAnother Day by LlonaNo Worries by Moelogo45:40 - Eliminate48:00 - Sign out

    Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter: Lessons for Afrobeats Artists on Genre Exploration

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 48:21


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter and Lessons for Afrobeats Artists on Genre Exploration. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction04:55 - Burna Boy makes history as 'I Told Them' surpasses 400 million streams05:55 - 'Love Nwantiti' extends its record as highest RIAA certified Nigerian song07:30 - Fan mail23:20 - New SongsPsalm 23 by Spinall and TeniCasanova by Bayanni4 Days by MagixxShutdown by Spyro and PhynoLove Practitioner by Anedlessocean32:05 - The Five36:27 - The Charts37:18 - Eliminate41:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Tyla's ‘Tyla' Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 42:51


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Tyla's album review. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:50 - Catch up10:30 -  IFPI Global Top 10 Single Chart 202313:57 -  Tyla album review23:00 -  New SongsLoner by Wizard Chan and Joe BoyLevel by NiniolaOgbuefi by Creen CeaserDelilah by Joshua Baraka, Simi and Qing Madi28:07 - The Charts30:07 - My Fives35:24 - Eliminate41:35 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Wizkid vs. Afrobeats: What It Means for the Afrobeats Genre

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 47:53


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Wizkid's statements about not being an afrobeats artist. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:25 - Catch up05:40 -  Burna Boy, Ayra Starr & More Set To Perform At Glastonbury Festival09:00 - Davido's 'Fall' earns diamond certification in France10:10 - Wizkid vs. Afrobeats: What It Means for the Afrobeats Genre24:55 - New Music100 million Odumodu ft Tiwa SavageGo Low by PheelzLiar by Justin Timberlake ft FireboyLoner by Bella ShmurdaBreeze by Ikechukwu30:00 -  New Albums             OG Unkle. Kilz by Ikechukwu35:45 - The Charts37:50 - Olamide Album Face-Off43:24 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com

    Universal Music's Majority Stake in Mavin Global and the Future of Afrobeats

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 42:01


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Universal Music Group acquiring a majority stake in Mavin Global. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction05:31 - News 1: Asake surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams across all credits News 2: Universal Music Group acquires majority stake in Mavin Global     16:52 - New music26:15 - The Charts27:40 - Eliminate38:58 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.

    Unravelling the Eedris Abdulkareem vs. Tony Tetuila & Eddy Remedy Controversy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 46:52


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Eedris Abdulkareem vs The Remedies controversy, Omah Lay's London concert. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction03:00 -  Burna boy concert POVOmah Lay concert bants09:09 - Unravelling the Eedris Abdulkareem vs. Tony Tetuila & Eddy Remedy Controversy19:00 -  New Songs29:30 - Charts31:07 - My Five35:00 - New Albums         Sideh Kai by Ill BlissFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.

    YKB Yusful Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 36:23


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review YKB Yusful album They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction07:59 - Wizkid's 'Essence' is now 4X platinum in the United States08:44 - Omah Lay's 'Soso' is the most-heard song on radio in Nigeria in 202309:26 -  Top 10 most-played artists on Nigerian radio stations in 202311:12 - New songs23:07 - The Charts 24:00 - My Five28:40 - Elininate33:23 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.

    Tyla Wins Best African Music Performance category: 2024 Grammy Awards Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 47:20


    In this week's episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop Tyla's Win at the 2024 Grammy Awards. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Catch Up04:47 - Fan mail11:32 -  Jonzing World unveils new signee Glorious Boy15:37 - Headies Awards returns to Nigeria after two international editions18:09 - Grammy Awards23:10 -  New MusicComing Home by Usher ft BurnaEverything by VictonyOkay by MagixxZero by Black Sheriff and Mabel New Albums Olori (The EP) by Logos Olori35:30 - The Charts44:46 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.

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