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Afrobeats Weekly

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Seyi Vibez vs Zinoleesky: Bad PR?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the social media beef between Seyi Vibez and Zinoleesky. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, Bad Boy Timz’s ‘No Bad Boy, No Party’ album, BOJ’s ‘Gbagada Express Vol 2: Moving Mad ‘ and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Fan mail 103:11 - Response to the fan mail04:55 - Fan mail 205:50 - Response to the fan mail06:08 - Olamide announces date for new album07:00 - Rema's 'Calm Down' reaches new peak on Billboard Hot 10009:43 - Seyi Vibez vs Zinoleesky 14:43 - New songs 25:30 - New abums31:31 - Spotlight of the week32:40 - The charts34:00 - The Five37:00 - Top 5 beefs40:30 - Eliminate 8 - Seyi Vibez vs Zino edition43:50 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Jun 5, 202345 min

Lil Durk’s ‘All My Life’, The charts and the importance of originality in afrobeats

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Lil Durk's high chart placement in Nigeria. 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 up04:50 - Submission begins for the 2023 Headies Awards06:40 - Asake announces release date for second album07:32 - Seyi Vibez announces date for 2023 London O2 show10:30 - Lil Durk’s ‘All My Life’, The charts and the importance of originality in afrobeatsHipHop culture's influence on AfrobeatsWhy ‘American’ rap is popular and not NigerianWhat can Nigerian rappers do to gain success17:50 - New SongsAmapiano by Asake and OlamideMy Moto by TimayaSunflawa by Cheque and CrayonBad Persin by EriggaTio Tequila (3pac Ep) by Adekunle Gold25:35 - New Album 33:20 - Spotlight Of The Week34:00 - Charts35:35 - The Five Segment41:18 - Eliminate Segment47:15 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

May 29, 202348 min

Wande Coal’s Legend or No Legend Album Review

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Wande Coal’s Legend or No Legend album and JoeBoy’s Body and Soul album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction02:25 - Davido extends his partnership with Sony Music03:11 - Tems sets new record on Billboard's R&B/Hip Hop Airplay Chart05:45 - Wande Coal’s Legend or No Legend Album Review14:40 - Body and Soul by Joeboy18:40 - New SongsOvami by Oxlade and FlavorFever by Soundz and FaveElon Musk Remix by Shallipopi and ZlatanGone Back by RaybekahNSV - Bella Smurda & Tiwa Savage24:20 - Spotlight of the week - Boy Mx - Love vs Lust24:07 - Charts 26:45 - The Five Segment Top 5 Non Album Wande Come My Way So Mi So Turkey Nla hi Rotate Iskaba Top 5 Sho’s Features Davido Buju Zinolesky Tiwa Savage Asake/Young John33:30 - Eliminate 8 Wande Coal Mushin To Mo Hits37:40 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

May 22, 202339 min

Odumodublvck and the importance of building a fanbase

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Odumodublvck’s recent performance in ABUAD University, is he the next rap superstar. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction04:19 - Simi Set To Go On Tour With Alicia Keys06:28 - Libianca makes Billboard Hot 100 debut with hit single 'People'07:47 - Odumodublvck and the importance of building a fanbase •Building a fanbase •Being Original •Catering to a niche/Evolving •Why don't upcoming artists perform at unis 19:27 - New Songs •Pray by Buju •Shu Peru by Kizz Daniel •Cinderella Girl Blaqbonez ft Ludacris •No Days Off by Teni . •Body by Naira Marley •Jonzing Boy and Bun Bun by Ruger •Undercover Lover by Tay •Papilo by Smada and Odumodu31:30 - Spotlight of the week 33:00 - Charts 35:00 - The Five - Odumodublvck Edition 42:19 - Eliminate 48:10 - Sign out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

May 15, 202349 min

Origin of Afrobeats in the US

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Swizz Beatz commentary on the introduction of Wizkid to America and the origin of Afrobeats in the US. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction04:20 - Fan mail05:35 - News making the rounds Rema adds 6 songs for 'Raves & Roses' Ultra as it becomes the most streamed Afrobeats album on Spotify.Asake announces date for landmark O2 Arena concertWande Coal Releases Tracklist For New Album, To Feature T-Pain, Wizkid, Others11:15 - Origin Of Afrobeats in the US16:50 - New Songs & AlbumsNew SongsSomeone by FireboyHallelujah by Ckay and BlaqbonezCo-Star by AmaaraeMadam de Madam by Yaba Buluku Boyz and FalzPenny by Kwesi ArthurTerminator by King PromiseNew AlbumsGod’s Engineering 227:53 - Spotlight of The WeekName: Jeffrey Benson29:54 - Afrobeats Charts31:44 - The five37:29 - Eliminate 8 - Mr Eazi Edition 42:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

May 8, 202343 min

Interlude

Hey guys, there won’t be an episode today due to some unforeseen circumstances but be rest assured that we will be back next week.Thanks for rocking with us.In the meantime, listen to our previous episodes and send your fan mailsSee you next week.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

May 1, 20231 min

The 9ice vs Flavour Debate

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co host, Showontstop, discuss the on going 9ice vs Flavor debate. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Fan mail 103:16 - Response to the fan mail06:11 - News making the rounds this week - Ghanaian musician Obrafour sues Drake over copyright infringement - Libianca's 'People' becomes the highest-charting African song in UK Chart history - Rema 'Calm Down' sets new record for highest charting African song on Billboard Hot 10010:40 - 9ice vs Flavor 18:58 - New Songs - Let them know by Wande Coal - Trumpet by Olamide and Ckay - Many Things by Zinoleesky - Amina/The One by Ric Hassani25:27 - New Albums - No Bad Vibes by L.A.X - Ultralight by Sute32:04 - Spotlight of The Week : Rukmani33:32 - Afrobeats Charts 35:58 - The Five - Top 5 Q1 Projects - Pheelz Good by Pheelz - Gangstar Romance by Lojay - Wast African Goat by Paybac - Winny by Winny - Timeless by Davido - Top 5 Go To Producers - Baby Beatz - Magicstickz - Jae5 - Blaise Beatz - P2J42:07 - Eliminate section: 9ice edition45:54 - Sign out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Apr 24, 202346 min

Party No Dey Stop Video: Hit or Miss

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss the buzzing topics surrounding the recent Nigerian videos that just dropped this week. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE0:00 - Introduction 4:00 - Mr Eazi announces a new group, Choplife Soundsystem4:54 - Who’s You Guy tops most searched songs in Nigeria in Q1 2023 List7:04 - Burna Boy shuts down Coachella.8:50 - Trending topic of the week; Party No Day Stop music video14:20 - New music •Ask About Me by MohBad •Believe Me by Johnny Drille •How Many Times by Big N, Ayra Starr and Oxlade •Korokoro by Pretty Boy •Tatata Bayanni ft Jason Derulo •Magic by Mannywellz21:40 - The Amexin Ep by DJ Tunez and Amexin23:25 - Spotlight of the week - Dexter Miles Song: Interstellar 24:35 - Afrobeats Charts 27:55 - The top 5 videos so far •Sability by Ayra Starr •Holiday by Rema •2:30 by Asake •Who’s Your Guy by Spyro •Moto by Lojay30:10 - Top 5 features Q1 •Ladipoe on Soft life •Skibii on Abracadabra •Fave on Kante •Ayra star on Stamina •Tiwa on Who’s your Guy33:04 - Eliminate section (Ayra Starr Edition) •Love Dont Cost A Dime (Magixxx) vs Options (LAX) •People (Libianca) vs Ogogoro (Dreamville) VS •2 Sugar (Wizkid) vs Come Close (cKay) •Stamina vs Disturbing U (Darkoo)38:40 - Sign out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Apr 17, 202340 min

Do Album Reviews Matter?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss album reviews, do they still matter?. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction04:09 - Fan mail 1 04:45 - Response to the fan mail05:18 - Fan mail 2 05:49 - Response to the fan mail 06:27 - Davido’s ‘Timeless’ shatters multiple Nigerian streaming records07:20 - Wande coal pushes back his album08:26 - Ayra Starr and Burna Boy’s performance at the Dreamville 09:29 - Album reviews; do they still matter? 13:04 - New songs 13:10 - 2:30 by Asake15:35 - Duffel Bag by Joeboy 16:46 - Disturbing You by Darkoo and Ayra Starr19:24 - It’s Different by Pretty Boy 20:00 - New album ( Winny by Winny) 23:48 - Spotlight of the week - Baaba J; Ole 24:39 - Turntable charts 26:23 - Tunde’s Top 5 songs Q1 • Wo Wo remix • Party No Day Stop • Who’s Your Guy Remix • Gwangalada • Stamina 28:11 - Sho’s Top 5 songs Q1 • Body and soul • Colors (My Baby) • Party No Day Stop • Wo Wo Remix • Stamina 30:10 - Eliminate Section - Joeboy Edition • Sip(Alcohol) vs Nobody • Don’t Call Me Back vs Baby VS • All For You vs Celebration • Body & Soul Vs Lille Riddim 34:10 - Sign Out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @afrobeatspod for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Apr 10, 202335 min

Davido’s Timeless Album Review

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Davido’s 4th album, ‘Timeless’. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction02:28 - Davido signs two new artists to DMW03:34 - Davido hints at a possible collaboration with Wizkid05:40 - 'Timeless' album review - Track by track29:04 - Tunde's rating30:11 - Sho's rating32:47 - Spotlight of the week33:29 - Chart35:08 - Top 5 underrated songs by Davido 38:10 - Eliminate - Davido features edition43:22 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @afrobeatspod for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Apr 3, 202344 min

What happened to the Nigerian Alte scene?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Fresh L DRB’s controversial Alte Tweet and what happened to the Alte Culture. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE 00:00 - Introduction01:07 - What happened to the Alte community?02:45 - Fan mail07:48 - Davido's announcement08:48 - Wande Coal's album postponement09:37 - Rema makes history with Calm Down remix10:55 - Fresh L19:30 - New music27:30 - Spotlight of the week28:04 - The charts this week29:37 -Top 5 Alte artist 37:47 - Eliminate : Davido - The Genesis of O.B.O44:00 - Sign out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Mar 27, 202345 min

Ayra Starr, Tems, Tiwa Savage and women in Afrobeats

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Women in Afrobeats. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE0:00 - Introduction02:36 - Burna boy's performance announcement by UCL03:12 - Def Jam announces the signing of Adekunle Gold 04:36 - Why is Def Jam signing Adekunle Gold now?05:46 - Reminisce's track list06:41 - Tems' outfit at the Oscars08:18 - Women in Afrobeats 08:50 - AOT2's list of 15 great female singers of all time10:29 - Sho's take on Tiwa Savage and the women in Afrobeats16:23 - New music this week20:48 - Turntable charts 22:14 - Top 5 female artists to watch out for24:25 - Sho's top 5 female vocalist 27:05 - Elimination section - Tiwa Savage's edition30:34 - Sign out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Mar 20, 202331 min

Team Radio or Team Streaming?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop discuss Radio plays vs Music Streaming. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week and a review of Rexxie’s Big Time EP.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Mar 13, 202334 min

Omah Lay’s NPR Tiny Desk: Afrobeats Artist and Live Performances

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop discuss the mixed reactions on Omah Lay’s NPR Tiny Desk performance. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week and a review of Lojay’s Gangster Romantic EP.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Mar 6, 202344 min

Seun Kuti and Brymo : Music & Politics - Do They Mix?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss music and politics: Do they really mix? They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this weekFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Feb 20, 202339 min

The Impact of Music Videos in Afrobeats

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss the ongoing debate on TG Omori and video directors collecting royalties from videos shot. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this weekFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Feb 13, 202337 min

Asake vs Seyi Vibez

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss the ongoing Asake and Seyi Vibez comparison. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this weekFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Feb 6, 202336 min

Burna Boy’s Outside 5th Anniversary Review

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Burna Boy’s Outside album and the importance of the album to the current Afrobeats movement They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Jan 30, 202332 min

Wizkid and Davido tour: What it means for Afrobeats

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Wizkid’s tour announcement with Davido. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, Ajebutter 22’s new album Soundtrack To The Good Life and all the major songs that dropped this week. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Jan 23, 202336 min

2023: The Biggest Year For Afrobeats?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss artists and albums they are looking forward to in 2023. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the new music and albums that dropped. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Jan 16, 202347 min

The Year In Afrobeats 2022

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss the year in Afrobeats. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the new music and albums that dropped.

Dec 19, 202241 min

Runtown is back, Oxlade goes global

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop discuss the Impact of foreign collaborations in Afrobeats, they also discuss Ajebo Hustler’s Bad Boy Etiquette album, news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Dec 12, 202238 min

The Afrobeats and Hip-Hop Debate

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop discuss theongoing HipHip conversation sparked by Wizkid’s snaps, ‘Chapter X’ album by Mavins, ‘African Baddie by Yemi Alade, news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new musicFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Dec 5, 202240 min

Ayra Starr breaks record, Kizz Daniel goes global.

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop dissect the streaming farm debate, Ayra Starr breakin records, Kizz Daniel performing at the World Cup and other news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Nov 28, 202240 min

Burna Boy & Tems bag Grammy Noms, Wizkid Sells out MSG

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop discuss Burna Boy and Tems bagging Grammy Awards nominations, Wizkid selling out the MSG, the state of concerts in Nigeria and other news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Nov 21, 202245 min

Wizkid’s ‘More Love, Less Ego’ Album Review

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Wizkid’s More Love, Less Ego Album Review, Vector’s Teslim album. News making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Nov 14, 202235 min

Burna Boy, Tems, Rema, Ckay Shine On ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Soundtrack

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss PsychoYP’s 'YPSZN3’ album, ‘The Afrobeats features on the 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' album. News making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.

Nov 7, 202234 min

Blaqbonez delivers on ‘Young Preacher’, Wizkid collaborates with Davido?

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Blaqbonez ‘Young Preacher’ album, ‘Hypertension’ album by Bella Shmurda. Wizkid set to feature Davido on 'More Love Less Ego'? News making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Oct 31, 202234 min

Ayra Starr’s ‘19 and Dangerous’ Album Review , Importance of Artist Development

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Ayra Starr’s ‘19 and Dangerous’ deluxe album, Young Jonn’s ‘Love Is Not Enough Vol.2’, the importance of artist development, news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Oct 24, 202237 min

Blaqbonez’ Back In Uni video, Independent Artists vs Record Label

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop, discuss Blaqbonez’ Back In Uni video’ references, the independent artistes and the big record label debate, news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Oct 17, 202233 min

Black Sheriff’s Debut Album, The Diaspora Market

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Osagie ‘OsaGz’ Alonge discuss Black Sherif’s ‘The Villian I Never Was’ review, news making the rounds in Afrobeats and new music.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Oct 10, 202242 min

Show Dem Camp's Palmwine Music, Grammy Afrobeats

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, OsaGz, discuss Show Dem Camp’s Palmwine Music 3 Review, and the Grammy’s considering adding an Afrobeats category.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Oct 3, 202230 min

CKay’s "Sad Romance", Asake's Billboard Debut

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, OsaGz, discuss the highly anticipated CKay’s ‘Sad Romance’ album, Asake’s ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’ album making Billboard history and other Afrobeats news.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Sep 26, 202234 min

Wizkid’s ‘Bad To Me' and the Amapiano Debate

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Osagie Alonge aka Osagz discuss Wizkid’s new song ‘Bad To Me’ as well as Amapiano ownership debate that followed its release. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Sep 19, 202224 min

Asake's "Mr. Money With The Vibe" album review

In this episode, Tunde and OsaGz break down Asake's "Mr. Money With The Vibe" album and give a post-review of the recently concluded 15th edition of The Headies and many other Afrobeats stories. Listen in!Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Sep 12, 202240 min

Wizkid's "Made in Lagos" makes history, "Last Last" is song of the Year

Tunde is joined by Osagie Alonge to discuss Wizkid's "Made in Lagos" going gold in the US, Burna Boy's "Last Last" being the song of the summer, some winner predictions at The Headies and other news in Afrobeats.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to [email protected].

Sep 5, 202232 min