For the Love of Afrobeats is a weekly podcast series, produced by iDEY.me and hosted by Industry insiders Adesope Olajide & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe. The podcast features the hosts analysing recent events in the afrobeats scene and their respective impacts on the culture. For more curated Afro-urban content, visit iDEY.me/
FTLOA #48: Blaqbonez, Ycee, Tinny Entertainment, PelePele & more
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...
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9/23/2019 • 46 minutes, 12 seconds
FTLOA #47: Burna Boy, MzVee, Umaru Bangura & more
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...
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9/16/2019 • 47 minutes, 31 seconds
FTLOA #46: Xenophobia, Robert Mugabe, Akon, Tiwa Savage & more
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...
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9/9/2019 • 51 minutes, 19 seconds
FTLOA #45: Carnival weekend, Felabration UK, BHIM Nation & more
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...
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9/2/2019 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds
FTLOA #44: DJ Arafat, Khafi, Tekno, Emtee & more
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...
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8/19/2019 • 33 minutes, 32 seconds
FTLOA #43: Afronation 2019, AFRIMMA, Tekno, Babes Wodumo & more
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...
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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...
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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...
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7/22/2019 • 40 minutes, 38 seconds
FTLOA #40: Anthony Joshua, Babes Wodumo, AKA, Kidi, BET & more
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...
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7/15/2019 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds
FTLOA #39: NSG, AfroNation, Naira Marley, OhMyFest & more
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...
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7/8/2019 • 40 minutes, 40 seconds
FTLOA #38: DJ Fresh, Divine Oduduru, Kofi Olomide & more
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...
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6/24/2019 • 50 minutes, 37 seconds
FTLOA #37: Peruzzi, Ruggedman, Rotimi, Toronto Raptors & more
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...
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6/17/2019 • 34 minutes, 7 seconds
FTLOA #36: MIDEM 2019, Anthony Joshua, Jay Z, 50 Cent, Cassper Nyovest & more
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...
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6/10/2019 • 48 minutes, 2 seconds
FTLOA #35: Lyta, Olamide, Kofi Kingston, Kelly Khumalo, Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy & more
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...
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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...
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5/27/2019 • 49 minutes, 38 seconds
FTLOA #33: BET 2019 Nominations, Albama's abortion ban, Naira Marley, VGMAs & more
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...
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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...
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5/13/2019 • 43 minutes, 7 seconds
FTLOA #31: Naira Marley, Caster Semeya, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy & more
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...
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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...
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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...
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4/22/2019 • 53 minutes
FTLOA #28: Payola, Daddy Freeze, MzVee, Drake, Coachella & more
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...
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4/15/2019 • 53 minutes, 18 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Seyi Shay
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.
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4/11/2019 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
FTLOA #27: #FvckYouChallenge, Victoria Kimani, Warner Music Group & more
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...
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4/8/2019 • 48 minutes, 56 seconds
FTLOA #26: VGMA 2019 Nominees, AKA, Mr Eazi, DJ Semtex & more
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...
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3/25/2019 • 36 minutes, 8 seconds
FTLOA #25: Iyanya v Ubi Franklin, MC Galaxy - Etinosa controversy & more
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...
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3/18/2019 • 46 minutes, 5 seconds
FTLOA #24: Babes Wodumo, Sinach, Eldee v Olu Maintain & more
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...
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3/11/2019 • 38 minutes, 10 seconds
FTLOA #23: Resurrection Challenge, Runtown, DJ Cleo, Davido, Afro B & more
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...
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3/4/2019 • 36 minutes, 54 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Ycee
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.
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2/25/2019 • 31 minutes, 27 seconds
FTLOA #22: Uganda's Proposed Censorship Law, Davido, Koffi Olomide, Willi Roy & more
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...
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2/18/2019 • 37 minutes, 22 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): May D
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.
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2/14/2019 • 20 minutes, 29 seconds
FTLOA #21: National Wizkid Day, Adesope, Ebony Reigns, Jose Chameleone, Radio & Weasel
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...
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2/11/2019 • 33 minutes, 35 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Kwesi Arthur
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.
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2/6/2019 • 24 minutes, 46 seconds
FTLOA #20: Mavin Global, Seun Kuti, Bobi Wine, Jerry Okirwoth & more
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...
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2/4/2019 • 29 minutes, 47 seconds
FTLOA #19: Davido, Waje, Omawumi, Black Coffee & more
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...
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1/30/2019 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Davido
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.
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1/28/2019 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
FTLOA #18: Falz, MHD, Mr Eazi, Black Coffee, Tekno & more
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...
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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...
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1/14/2019 • 41 minutes, 57 seconds
FTLOA #16: Soundcity MVP Awards 2019, Burna Boy v Coachella, Zylofon Music, Viktoh & more
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.
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1/7/2019 • 52 minutes, 35 seconds
FTLOA #15: 2018 End of Year Review - The Titans, The Revelations & The Resurgents
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
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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
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12/24/2018 • 52 minutes, 39 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Nonso Amadi
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.
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12/17/2018 • 23 minutes
FTLOA #13: Cassper Nyovest, #FillUpMosesMadhiba, Small Doctor, DJ Pinye, Bisi Alimi, Akhotee & more
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...
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12/10/2018 • 37 minutes, 15 seconds
FTLOA #12: Global Citizen Festival, Mr Eazi, Davido, Tomi Adeyemi, Yaa Pono, Akhotee & more
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
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12/3/2018 • 36 minutes, 24 seconds
FTLOA #11: The Capital of African Hip-Hop, Shatta Wale, Blac Chyna, Danny Young, Kizz Daniel & more
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
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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
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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
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11/12/2018 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds
FTLOA #8: HHP, Emtee, Wendy Shay, Paul Okoye, Fuse ODG & Stefflon Don
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
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11/5/2018 • 37 minutes, 48 seconds
FTLOA #7: HHP, Depression, Fever Music Video, AKA & more
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
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10/29/2018 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Teni the Entertainer
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.
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10/25/2018 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
FTLOA #6: Felabration 2018, Cassper Nyovest, Olamide, Efya & The Music Modernization Act
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
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10/22/2018 • 34 minutes, 21 seconds
FTLOA (Bonus): Wanlov the Kubolor
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.
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On episode 5 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines;
Emtee's return from a wellness clinic & Drug abuse in the industry
Shatta Wale vs Sarkodie & Kwaw Kese
Kanye West recording in Uganda with Bankuli
Wale Applasue's Open Letter & Payola in the Industry
Burna Boy's iconic concert at London's O2 Academy Brixton
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10/15/2018 • 30 minutes, 10 seconds
FTLOA #4: AKA, Cuppy, E.L, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde & more
On episode 4 of For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOApodcast, Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines;
Is AKA's Beam World app really worth R90 (£4)?
Does King Wole have a case on DJ Cuppy?
Is E.L really the best African rapper?
Omotola Jalade being honoured by the UN
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10/8/2018 • 31 minutes, 29 seconds
FTLOA #3: Positive Vibes Only
For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOA is a weekly podcast series produced by iDEY.me and hosted by Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines.
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10/1/2018 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
FTLOA #2: Davido on the Campaign Trail, Wizkid Drama, Nasty C building bridges
For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOA is a weekly podcast series produced by iDEY.me and hosted by Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines.
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9/24/2018 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
FTLOA #1: Starboy FC, DJ Spinall & The Importance of Brand Positioning
For the Love of Afrobeats #FTLOA is a weekly podcast series produced by iDEY.me and hosted by Industry insiders Adesope Olajide (@Shopsydoo) & Dignified Sorinolu-Bimpe (@Mr_Schmooze) discuss the following headlines.
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