For The Love of Afrobeats

On episode 48 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Ycee calling Tinny Entertainment CEO Fans going berserk after Naira Marley was barred from performing at UNILAG Rapper PelePele reportedly commits suicide Stonebwoy calls Kelvyn Boy "ungrateful" and reveals ex-manager Blakk Cedi is now his agent South African government now considering spanking children to be physical assault Mr Eazi and Sarkodie being accused of copyright infringement by Zaaki Azzay Blaqbonez takes the streets of Lagos to declare he is the "Best rapper in Africa" and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 47 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Davido gets engaged & announces pregnancy of his fiancee 2019 BET Hip-Hop Awards nominations (Best International Flow) Burna Boy slams a fan for not being "live enough" Shatta Wale refuses to return VGMA awards MzVee officially leaves Lynx Entertainment Captain of Sierra Leone's National Football team pays heavy price for missing a penalty DJ Arafat's grave vandalised by overzealous fans and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 46 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Wave of Xenophobia attacks in South Africa Burna Boy, Ycee, M.I. Abaga & AKA in heated exchange over SA's xenophobia wave Mafikizolo cancelled in Zimbabwe because of Xenophobia attacks Zambian DJ allegedly beaten for playing South African music in nightclub Robert Mugabe dies at the age of 95 Tiwa Savage new single & Listening Session Akon claiming to have signed Wizkid, Davido & P-Square in 2008 Fancy Gadam reveals he almost quit music in 2018 and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 45 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Carnival weekend 2019 - One Africa Music Fest, Koko Concert, Joor London Party & Shopsydoo & Friends Felabration UK Yemi Alade "Woman of Steel" album Trouble in BHIM Nation - Blakk Cedi reportedly ends working relationship with Stonebwoy Akesse Brempong urges churches to invest in gospel artistes and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 44 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; DJ Arafat's demise Basketball Africa League Big Brother Naija contestant Khafi's sex controversy Notjustok's Top10 Nigerian DJs list Tekno producing Swae Lee & Drake's new single "Won't be late" Emtee departing Ambitiouz Entertainment and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 43 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; AfroNation Festival 2019 2019 AFRIMMA Nommines AfroNation radio show's Top 100 Afrobeats artistes list Kenyan MP kicked out of parliament for bringing her baby to plenary session Bobi Wine chared to court for "intending to annoy" President Musenveni Tekno questioned by police over "Public Indecency" during "Agege" video shoot Babes Wodumo & Mampintsha announce "Bonnie & ClydeTour" - met with heavy criticism and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 42 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Lyor Cohen in Nigerian Youtube unveils partnership with Mr Eazi's emPawa initiative Yemi Alade hits 1m Youtube subscribers Burna Boy's controversial comments in Billbord Magazine interview "African Giant" album finally out Davido x Chris Brown new single "Blow My Mind" Diamond Platnumz' kicks off Wasafi Festival Tour 2019 ex-BBA star Tayo Faniran arrested & released in South Africa and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 41 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Beyoncé assembles strong Afrobeats cast for "The Lion King: The Gift" album Shatta Wale rejects Sarkodie's congratulatory message East Africans complain about lack of representation on the album Fuse ODG closes out AFCON 2019 Tournament Fans troll Riky Rick for "taking instructions from his wife" Bobi Wine declares his intention to contest the Ugandan Presidency in 2023 Stormzy declines to be interviewed for a documentary on South London Gangs and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 40 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Anthony Joshua visits Nigeria AKA accused of promoting xenophobia following comments on NGRvSA football match AKA's sophomore album "Levels" certified 7x platinum MURIC petitions President Buhari to ban reality TV show - Big Brother Naija 9ice declares "rapist should be killed" Babes Wodumo drops all charges against Mampintsha / Warrants issued for arrest of both artistes, for failing to show up in court MzVee reaffirms commitment to Lynx Entertainment Kevin-Prince Boateng mocks Ghanaian football team following AFCON exit BET mistakes Strongman's photo as Sarkodie in birthday tweet ROK Studios acquired by Canal+ Kidi "Sugar" movie screening and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 39 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; "SA hip-hop had the potential to be so huge in Africa but the ego has won the fight. Only a few will survive" - Cassper Nyovest NSG drops out of AfroNation lineup Becca addresses controversy with her mother Naira Marley concert in Dublin shut down by authorities Jose Chameleone apologies for taking part in Museveni campaign song Oluwaseun Lloyd (Sir Banko) takes over as GM Sony Music West Africa Wizkid, Davido & Tiwa Savage shut down OhMyFest, Amsterdam Yemi Alade shuts down Essence Fest Tiwa Savage & Maleek Berry performs in Wireless Festival Kwesi Arthur performs sold out concert in London and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 38 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; DJ Fresh - Metro FM saga South African fans protesting against Kofi Olomide's performance in SA South African promoter threatens to pay artist' fees directly to their baby mams - if they owe child support BBC Africa's investigative report on the medical drugs racket involving Ugandan doctors Simi founds own company - Studio Brat Tiwa Savage calls out companies allegedly owing her millions Patapaa robbed & assaulted in Ghana Divine Oduduru named "US Men's Track Athlete of the Year" and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 37 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Peruzzi reportedly assaults Nigerian blogger Naira Marley released from prison Ruggedman physically ambushed in London restaurant / receives additional threats from South Africa Kwaw Kese shares thoughts on Stonebwoy-Shatta peace moves Rotimi in London Toronto Raptors winning the 2019 NBA Championship and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 36 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Midem 2019 Anthony Joshua losses heavyweight titles to Andy Ruiz Jr. Diamond Platnumz refutes claims that he is losing popularity to mentee Harmonize Akon signs J. Derobie to Konvict Muzik Cassper Nyovest in the news Beyhive goes wild again 50 Cent harassed by upcoming rapper NFL Dume and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 35 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Lyta / Olamide Controversy Shatta Wale & Stonebwoy sheath swords, make public call for peace Sporting champions Kofi Kingston (WWE) & Israel Adesanya (UFC) return home Kelly Khumalo questions why "Women are often blamed for crimes involving their partners" Naira Marley granted bail and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 34 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; VGMAs 2019 Winners Stonebwoy & Shatta Wale clash on stage at the VGMAs 2019; both stripped of VGMA awards & banned from future consideration Asamoah Gyan resigns as captain of the Black Stars & temporarily retires Runtown & Patoranking release new projects - "Wilmer" & "Tradition" respectively COSON Corruption Scandal BoomPlay to invest $1m in Kenya Music industry Nadia Nakai defends wearing wigs Ms Banks performs headline concert in London and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 33 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; BET 2019 Awards Nomination Alabama State senate bans abortion POWA (People Opposing Women Abuse) urges fans to support/embrace Babes Wodumo Naira Marley charged to court on 11 counts of intent to defraud Cassper Nyovest tweets "An L is always around the corner" AKA tweets that he no longer enjoys fame Samini & Shatta Wale lay claims to the VGMA 2019 "Artiste of the Decade Award" and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 32 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Naira Marley & Zlatan arrested in Lagos, Nigeria Kenyans protest lack of local airplay for Kenyan music South Africans react as Mampinstha's new single "Khona Iyngane Lay'Ndlini" hits #1 on local charts and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 31 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Tiwa Savage signs global deal with Universal Music Group Burna Boy under fire for comments on African artists international deals & relevance of streaming numbers Naira Marley ridicules Ruggedman on Instagram Live Bobi Wine released from prison IAAF's case against South African Olympian Caster Semeya Babes Wodumo telling followers to "mind their business" and more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 30 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; 25th South African Music Awards nominations Diamond Platnumz alleges Mr P (Peter Okoye) had affair with his ex girlfriend & socialite Zari Hassan 9ice explains why musicians take drugs and smoke before making music Small Doctor praised for helping accident victims by roadside Stonebwoy blasted for allegedly feeding alcohol to "minors" Cassper Nyovest co-signs unknown rapper Mass The Difference on twitter. and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 29 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Bobi Wine arrested yet again Burna Boy hosts "African Giant" album listening party Easter in Lagos - Gidifest, Homecoming, Arise Fashion Week A-reece explains why he doesn't like interviews Naira Marley v Simi sparks debate on internet fraudsters Stefflon Don's soldout Hammersmith Apollo concert Thoughts on Beyonce's "Homecoming" documentary Stonebwoy expresses disappointment in ruling Ghanaian government and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 28 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Daddy Freeze & eldee react to Payola allegations Akothee planning to dump secular music for gospel music Sasha P announces Hard Knock Series Mzvee leaves Lynx Entertainment Mr Eazi & Burna Boy performing at Coachella Drake's O2 Arena residency Nipsey Hussle tribute and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with Nigerian singer & songwriter Seyi Shay. She discusses her growth, evolution of her music, working with female artistes & much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 27 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Warner Music Group signs deals with Chocolate City Music & Boomplay #FvckYouChallenge Victoria Kimani calling out popular music promoter, Paul O, alongside damning allegations about Tiwa Savage Producer Del B sues Eric Many Entertainment over unpaid royalty & advances for Runtown's single - "Mad Over You" Mampintsha’s management suing Apple Music for removing his music on their streaming service Shatta Wale bags 3 Music "Man of the Year" award Waje reveals she has considered quitting music Burna Boy's Youtube Spotlight New Kid on the Block, Rema and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 26 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; AKA's Orchestra at Sun Square concert Mr Eazi cancels 1st-half of 2019 USA Tour VGMA 2019 Nominees DJ Semtex & Afro B singles received with heavy criticism and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 25 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Iyanya & Ubi Franklin trade blames publicly over Triple MG Split MC Galaxy in hot water after Comedian Etinosa strips on his IG Live Tiwa Savage added to Wireless 2019 lineup Seyi Shay announces 2-day residency in London Mampintsha issues public apology to Babes Wodumo, South Africa and family Former AMG member Show Boy bags 6-year jail sentence in USA and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 24 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Gospel singer Sinach hits 100 million views on Youtube South African singer Babes Wodumo assaulted by boyfriend Mampintsha on Instagram Live Eldee calls out Olu Maintain for performing their afro-pop classic - "Big Boy" Danny Young files N200m lawsuit against Tiwa Savage Kwaw Kese fires shots at Shatta Wale and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 23 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Runtown's sold-out concert in Paris Banky W's inspiring political campaign Kenyan rapper Chris Kantai passing away at the age of 42 Uganda losing millions of Internet Users due to its Social Media Tax DJ Cleo's public support for incarcerated artist Brickz AKA's proposed re-brand to "King Forbes" Davido & Afro B climbing the US Billboard Airplay charts & respective radio promo tours and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with Nigerian rapper & record label executive Ycee. He discussed his departure from Tinny Entertainment, his vision for The ANBT Company, the state of rap in Nigeria & much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 22 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Seun Kuti failing to perform at 2019 Grammy Awards Ceremony Wizkid & Davido share views on openly campaigning for politicians Opposition to Uganda's Censorship Law Koffi Olomide charged for sexually assaulting his dancers in Paris Prince Kaybee and TNS trade words over "royalty theft" allegations Shatta Wale & Stonebwoy react to popular music executive Willi Roy's death and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with award-wining Nigerian singer May D. He discussed his professional journey, his time at Square Records, working with Akon & much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 21 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Adesope's controversial comments on Wizkid Adesope's controversial comments on Sound-checking Ebony Reigns first annual memorial Jose Chameleone sells out Lugogo Cricket Oval Ugandan Police shut down Bobi Wine's concert in Gulu Weasel (of Radio & Weasel) denies recruiting new group member DMW pop-up concert and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with award-wining Ghanaian rapper Kwesi Arthur. He discussed his humble beginnings, increased profile, his sources of inspiration, future plans & much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 20 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Don Jazzy unveils Mavin Global, multi-million dollar investment from Kupanda Holdings Ugandan DJ "Jerry Okirwoth" killed for playing boring music Ice Prince publishes autobiography "The Nigerian Dream" Bobi Wine considering 2021 Ugandan Presidential Campaign Seun Kuti to perform 2019 Grammy Awards Ceremony Cassper Nyovest refuses to budge on SAMAs snub and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 19 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Davido's sold-out O2 Arena Concert Tiwa Savage's "One" music video taken down on copyright violation grounds Shatta Wale surprisingly warms up to Stonebwoy on social media Sister Deborah finds love again - Waje & Omawumi confound new venture Hermanes Media Diamond Platnumz revealing the cost of his international collaborations Black Coffee's new Las Vegas residency M.I. Abaga accusing J. Cole of plagiarism and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with award-wining Nigerian singer Davido. He discusses his growth in the last 12 months, managing the DMW roster, using songwriters, Peruzzi losing the "Next-rated" award to Teni & much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 18 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Falz slammed for his comments on "transnational sex" Femi Kuti declares "I Am Not Fela" MHD arrested and charged for voluntary manslaughter Mr Eazi revealing he turned down £350,000 deal Tekno & Ycee leave record labels, and announce new labels Oyemyke apologies to DJ Cuppy for previous comments Fuse ODG comments on "Social Media Absence" Court blocks "Radio The Great" album release Black Coffee heads back to School to study interior design and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 17 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; L.A.M.B. 2019 Cypher & Yung6ix's reaction Blackface Naija resurrects feud with 2Baba - Adekunle Gold & Simi getting married AKA controversial comments on radio play Stonebwoy's "BHIM Nation is bigger than Shatta Movement" comment MPs threatening to sue Bobi Wine for featuring them in his socio-political music video without their consent "#Talk" the new single & music video by Falz and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 16 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; 2019 Soundcity MVP Awards Burna Boy v Coachella Zylofon Music's reported financial crisis Viktoh suffers police brutality Bebe Cool firing shots at Bobi Wine & Jose Chameleone and much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 15 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; The global rise of Afrobeats Titans of the year Revelations of the Year The resurgence of D'banj, Duncan Mighty & 2Baba Phyno, Korede Bello, Sarkodie, Tekno, Runtown & Patoranking's year in review Our Top 5 songs of the years and much more For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 14 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze), are joined by PR expert Stefi K (@stefikoko_pr) discuss the following topics; Detty December 2018 Yemi Alade v Tiwa Savage Diamond Platnumz & Rayvanny slammed with bans in Tanzania Babes Wodumo missing back-to-back performance bookings Genevieve Nnaji accuses FilmOne Distribution of bias Davido threatening popular blogger Ayo Jaguda Lil Kesh & Olamide criticized over controversial lyrics Sauti Sol explain reasons for lack of single releases in recent months Stonebwoy's recent meeting with the Ghanaian president For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with fast-rising Nigerian singer / songwriter / producer Nonso Amadi. He discusses his journey so far, creative process, academic background, managing female attention & more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 13 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; 2018 Global Citizen Festival performances; D'banj, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage & Cassper Nyovest Cassper Nyovest filling up The Moses Madhiba Stadium Reekado Banks Leaving Mavin Records Small Doctor's arrest & charge for unlawful fire arms possession Akhotee's controversial comments Bisi Alimi confronts Presidential aspirant Oby Ezekwesili on her LGBT rights record DJ Pinye's refusal to play Ethic songs on radio and much more... For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 12 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; 2018 Global Citizen Festival Mr Eazi cancelling his Trace Live Lagos Concert, hours before planned start Davido receiving presidential welcome in Liberia Tomi Adeyemi accusing Nora Roberts of plagiarism Tekno's health issues Yaa Pono claims "Even if Shatta Wale organised his own awards, Stonebwoy will win Dancehall Artist of The Year" Akothee rewarding a fan with an all-expense holiday for defending her on social media For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 11 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Shatta Wale defends his controversial "Ghana is a village" comment The Capital of African Hip-hop Blac Chyna's controversial trip to Nigeria Danny Young accuses Tiwa Savage of copyright infringement Mr Eazi's EMPAWA initiative DJ Cuppy responds to critics For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 10 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Stogie T's appearance on Sway In The Morning Cassper Nyovest signs partnership deal with Universal Music Africa AKA reacts to his platinum-selling album Rayvanny & Diamond Platnumz slapped with ban & fine in Tanzania Davido vs. Eko Atlantic City Wande Coal, Simi & Niyiola performing sold out concerts in London & Lagos For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 9 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Tiwa Savage's MTV EMA Best African Act award Runtown's PR crisis Harmonize detained in a Nairobi hotel over unpaid bills Stonebwoy unsettled at his record label E.L claiming Olamide has supported him more than any other Ghanaian entertainer Oyemykke's controversial comments about DJ Cuppy For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 8 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Hip Hop Pantsula's Funeral proceedings, tributes & his widow Lerato being sidelined by the family Emtee firing shots at Cassper Nyovest Wendy Shay walking out of an interview with Joy News Omari Hardwick's Breakfast Club rant Paul Okoye saying "Ghanaian artistes aren't sharp" Calls for Diamond Platnumz' arrest & ban over "immoral social media posts" Stefflon Don vs the Barbs For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 7 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Hip Hop Pantsula's Death, Struggles with depression & previous suicide attempts Dealing with Depression as a creative AKA's Feel Good Live Session performance Wizkid's music video for "Fever" (starring Tiwa Savage) Shatta Wale fires shots at Sarkodie & Stonebwoy DJ Spinall & L.A.X's album releases Seun Kuti defending the Kuti legacy For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with fast-rising Nigerian singer / songwriter Teni the Entertainer. She discusses her academic background, Controversial comments made in the media about her physical appearance, Self-Love, Double standards in the music industry, Her relationship with her sister Niniola and much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On episode 6 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines; Felabration 2018 Efya debunking drug abuse rumours Cassper Nyovest going back to basics Olamide signing 4 new rappers after they impressed on social media What the USA's Music Mordernization Act means for Africa's music industry For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/

On this bonus episode of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) chat with Ghanaian cultural icon Wanlov The Kubolor. He shared his thoughts on the state of the industry, his career journey, his preference for being barefooted, having children in every continent and much more. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/