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.
Jeriq and Psycho YP’s Evil Twin album review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Jeriq and Psycho YP’s Evil Twin album review. 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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
29/1/2024 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Chocolate City Cypher (Blaqbonez, A-Q, Loose Kaynon, Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, MI Abaga) review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the Chocolate City Cypher review. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:20 - Catch up04:30 - Chocolate City Cypher11:14 - New SongsOnly Me by AsakeIf They Are Real by Vector and Bella ShmurdaJust Like Me by 21 Savage and Burna BoyJeezu by Adekunle Gold, Doja and KodackSacred Love by Yemi Alade 20:45 - New Albums Sound Man Vol2 by Wizkid 23:40 - Spotlight of the week24:40 - Charts31:40 - Eliminate38:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
15/1/2024 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Afrobeats Weekly: Artist Of The year 2023, Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss their Nigerian Artist Of The Year 2023, Nigerian Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Seyi Vibez Nahamciaga EP and Gdzilla EP. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Catch up03:45 - Album of the year 07:15 - Artist of The Year12:39 - Song of the YearRookie of the Year Mvp of the Year17:10 - New Music23:15 - New Projects28:45 - Charts30:15 - Projects reviewed this year38:36 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
11/12/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Your Year in Music 2023: Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay Trends
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the trending Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music Replay and Odumodublvck’s Eziokwu (Uncut). 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 up04:15 - Individual Apple ReplaysTop ArtistsTop SongsTop Albums19:10 - Apple Music Top 10 20:40 - Spotify Top 10 Songs24:45 - Spotify Most Streamed Albums in Nigeria29:40 - New SongsWoke by Ice PrinceFruit by Masterkraft, Joeboy and MajeedRide and Sing by Moelogo ft JoeboyHigh Tension by Gdzilla New AlbumsEziokwu (Uncut) by OdumoduPheelz Good by PheelzPoint of View EP - Moelogo41:40 - The Charts43:25 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
4/12/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Teni's Tears From The Sun Album Review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Teni’s sophomore album ‘Tears Of The Sun’, Poisn EP by Lifesize Teddy and Cincinnati Pumpin by Santi. 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 up02:35 - Smadah ehhhh copyright infringement06:15 - Rema becomes first African artist to receive Spotify’s Billion Club Plaque07:50 - Tyla's new record11:24 - New SongsOhema by Victony and company10 bottles by Zlatan Arizona by Lojay and OlamideBoboshotta by Busta ft Burna18:00 - New AlbumsTears Of The Sun by TeniPoisn EP by Lifesize TeddyCincinnati Pumpin by Santi26:40 - The Charts29:58 - The Five36:17 - Eliminate39:35 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
27/11/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Burna, Davido, Asake, Olamide, Ayra Starr earn Grammy 2024 nominations
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Shallipopi’s debut album Presido La Pluto and Bloody Civillian’s Anger Management: At Least We Tried. 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 up02:10 Gracey Mae's tweet about Tiwa Savage, Adekunle Gold and Kizz Daniel rescheduled shows15:50 - Asake makes history as 'Lonely At The Top' reaches 100 million Audiomack stream17:10 - Grammy NominationsBest African Music PerformanceAsake & Olamide - AmapianoAyra Starr - RushBurna Boy - City BoysDavido Featuring Musa Keys - UnavailableTyla - WaterBest Melodic Rap PerformanceBurna Boy Featuring 21 Savage - Sittin’ on Top of the WorldDoja Cat - AttentionDrake & 21 Savage - Spin Bout ULil Durk Featuring J. Cole - All My LifeSZA - LowBest Global Music PerformanceArooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily - Shadow Forces Burna Boy - AloneDavido - Feel Silvana Estrada - Milagro Y Disastre Falu & Gaurav Shah (ft. PM Narendra Modi) - Abundance In Millets Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer & Zakir Hussain ft. Rakesh Chaurasia - PashtoBest Global Music AlbumSusana Baca- Epifanías Bokanté - History Burna Boy - I Told Them…Davido - TimelessShakti - This Moment26:15 - New Music Holy Ghost Fire by Omah LayOh My by FireboyDo It Right by Teeto Ceemos, Simi and Rukus 29:44 - New AlbumsPresido La Pluto by ShallipopiAnger Management by Bloody Civilian39:40 - Spotlight of the week41:30 - The Charts43:00 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
13/11/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Afronation Lagos 2023 Cancellation: What Went Wrong
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Morravey’s debut EP Ravi and more. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:45 - Catch up04:44 - Rema becomes the first African to perform at the Ballon d'Or ceremony (Is he part of the big 4)08:05 - Seyi Vibez's 'Billion Dollar Baby' is the longest #1 album of 202309:44 - Afro Nation cancels December concert in Nigeria21:38 - New SongsOnly God Can Save Me by JobeboySweet Life by BOJ and AjebutterMalaika by Teni Apala Disco by DJ Tunez and Terry ApalaNew AlbumsRavi by Morravey32:10 - Spotlight of the week33:20 - The Charts36:50 - The Five42:25 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
6/11/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Rema’s Ravage And Blaqbonez’ Emeka Must Shine Album Reviews
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Rema’s Ravage EP, Blaqbonez’ Emeka Must Shine, Reminisce’s ATSG, Mr Eazi’s The Evil Genius album and more. 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 up03:40 - Blackface's Interview07:57 - Burna Boy's 'Love, Damini' becomes most certified album in Nigeria09:30 - New AlbumsRema’s Ravage EP Blaqbonez’ Emeka Must ShineReminisce’s ATSG 37:50 - The Chart41:40 - The Five46:46 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
30/10/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Shallipopi's Plutomania Records: Right on time or too early
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the Shallipopi rapper debate. They review Love For Free EP by Mayorkun, Chocolate Daddy by Orezi and Feels Like Home Vol 1 by Seyi Shay. 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 up06:43 - Flytime Fest announces 2023 Afrobeats lineup07:28 - Tiwa Savage postpones concert dates due to health concerns 08:15 - Shallipopi announces his label Plutomania Records, unveils 2 new artists14:36 - New SongsSensational by Chris Brown, Davido and LojayBad Till Eternity by Blaq and ZlatanCBN by Skiibi, Seyi Vibez, Teni, Mayorkun, ReekadoPuff and Pass Remix by Zerrydll and ShalipopidYolo by Kaestyle and Leriq22:36 - New Albums Love For Free EP by MayorkunChocolate Daddy by Orezi Feels Like Home Vol 1 by Seyi Shay30:46 - Spotlight of the week33:00 - Charts34:13 - The Five42:50 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
23/10/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
The Shallipopi Rapper Debate
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the Shallipopi rapper debate. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:22 - Catch up04:47 - Fan mail 106:46 - Fan mail 210:41 - Asake's 'Lonely At The Top' becomes all time longest #1 song in Nigeria12:26 - Shallipopi19:12 - New SongsOscroh by ShallipopiAll My Life by Durk, Cole and BurnaPretty Girl by Ice Spice and RemaThis Year Blessings rmx by Victor Thompson and GunnaLowkey by MayorkunMumu by Dj Neptune and JoeboyFefe Ne Fe by Mr EaziNgozi by Ric Hassani29:49 - Spotlight of the week30:20 - The Charts32:00 - The Five40:30 - Eliminate44:45 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com
16/10/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Odumodublvck's 'Eziokwu' and Bnxn's 'Sincerely, Benson' Albums Reviews
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They also review Odumodublvck's 'Eziokwu' and Bnxn's 'Sincerely, Benson' Albums and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Catch Up02:37 - Davido Feel video04:40 - Asake Remember video09:30 - Davido confirms a star-studded lineup for A.W.A.Y Festival 2023 in the US10:15 - New Songs & AlbumsNew SongsMe & U by TemsPer Sermon by Dope Caeser, Fave and Ajebo HustlersMy Brother by Bella ShmurdaKomiyo by Niniola11:55 - Drake 16:27 - Bnxn's 'Sincerely, Benson' 21:50 - Odumodublvck's 'Eziokwu'30:25 - Spotlight of the weekKold Af and BGRZ32:57 - Charts34:40 - The 537:30 - Eliminate42:32 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com
10/10/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Burna Boy Takes the Top Spot as Apple Music's Most-Streamed Nigerian Artist Ever
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. The Apple Music ‘Biggest Nigerian Artists’ List, Davido’s Feel video preview etc. They also review West African Goat deluxe album by PayBac, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:55 - Catch up05:21 - Davido’s Feel It video preview (should videos match songs)08:20 - Tems..new music/album? 10:13 - SDC 11:15 - Burna Boy & J Hus are headliners for Afro Nation Nigeria concert12:48 - Apple Music reveals the 5 biggest Nigerian artists of all time18:50 - 5 of the biggest breakthrough Nigerian artists on Apple22:07 - New Songs Jaga jaga by Victony ft Babyboy AV Low Waist by Bayanni Sote by Dan Dizzy ft Falz Chatty by Bia ft Pa Salieu and Odumodu27:31 - New Albums West African Goat Deluxe by Paybac30:06 - Spotlight of the week 31:19 - The Charts32:48 - The Five40:03 - Eliminate45:25 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com
2/10/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
In Memory Of Mohbad
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They talk about the World paying tribute to Mohbad, review Pan African Rockstar by LAdy Donli, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Catch up03:20 - Fan mail 105:28 - Fan mail 214:05 - The music world pays tribute to MohBad17:21 - New Songs & AlbumsNew Songs Forever by Khaid Gbedu by Vector MIDF by Victor AD 50 Years Freestyle by M.anifest New Albums Pan African Rockstar by LAdy Donl26:17 - Afrobeats Charts29:36 - The Five36:12 - Eliminate43:04 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
26/9/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Navigating Record Deals
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They also review Juls’ Palmwine Diaires Vol.1 EP, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:20 - Fan mail03:20 - Response to the fan mail07:17 - Mohbad Dead at 2710:01 - Rema's 'Calm Down' wins Best Afrobeats at 2023 VMAs10:29 - Tems makes Times 100 Next list11:35 - Navigating Record Deals21:21 - New Songs & Albums New Songs Rhythm & Blues by Ayra Starr MC Oluomo by Odumodu Shayo Galore by Wavy the Creator, SGawd and Arieenati New Albums Palmwine Diaries Vol.1 by Juls30:13 - Spotlight of the week30:50 - Afrobeats Charts31:52 - The Five36:31 - Eliminate 839:58 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
18/9/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
A Review Of The 2023 16th Headies Awards
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They also review the 16th Headies award, Patoranking’s World Best album, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:07 - Fan mail 03:35 - Response to the fan mail06:23 - December 19 & 20 announced as dates for Afronation Lagos (Prices 200-300 dollars)09:23 - BNXN set to release debut album 'Sincerely, Benson' on October 510:09 - Rema’s Calm Down becomes the 1st African Song to Hit A Billion Streams10:55 - Headies Review - Production The Winners The Good/The Bad15:50 - New Songs Sweet Tea by Buju Unleash by Poco Lee ft Kizz Daniel So Bad by Boy Spyce Yo Fam by Sarz, Crayon & Skrillex22:16 - New Albums World Best by Patoranking27:37 - Spotlight of the week28:11 - The Chart30:17 - The Five37:15 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
11/9/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Ruger’s RU To The World Album Review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They also review the RU To The World album by Ruger and Tekno’s The More The Better album, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction02:18 - Catch up05:22 - Burna review final thoughts07:01 - Burna Vulture Article10:00 - D'Prince's Jonzing World signs new artist Gdzilla11:22 - Rema makes history after spending 1 year atop the Billboard Afrobeats chart11:57 - Burna Boy makes history as first African with UK Number 1 and he’s now Sittin’ On Top of the World17:08 - New Songs & Albums Lanke by Teni Jelo by Pheelz and Young Jonn Spending by Johnny Drille Do I by Phyno Advice by Mr Eazi25:30 - New Albums RU To The World by Ruger The More The Better by Tekno32:24 - Spotlight of The Week 9t9 EP - Lose CTRL 34:30 - Afrobeats Charts36:19 - The Five YBNL Tree members41:35 - Eliminate 8 Burna Albums - Burn Identity vs I Told Them - LIFE vs Love Damini VS - On A Spaceship vs Twice As Tall - Outside vs African Giant48:25 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
4/9/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Burna Boy's 'I Told Them' Album Review
Welcome to a new season of Afrobeats Weekly, In this week’s episode, Tunde and his co host, Showontstop, discuss Asake's 02 Arena show, Burna Boy's statement on Afrobeats having no substance, Burna Boy's 'I Told Them' review and other stuff making the roundsOUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:03 - Catch up11:20 - Burna Boy's statement on Afrobeats having no substance19:00 - Burna Boy's 'I Told Them' review27:06 - Sign out Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
28/8/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Season one finale
Season One of the #AfrobeatsWeeklyPodcast has come to an end, and now it's time to press pause. But fear not, fam! We're just getting started! Season Two will be back and better than ever before! We couldn't have done it without you! A massive shout-out to all our incredible listeners for rocking with us every step of the way. Your love and support mean the world to us, and we're truly grateful for your unwavering dedication.You can still catch up on your favorite episodes and as our hosts would say, engage with us and leave that 5 star rating and comments
24/7/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
The 2023 Headies Nominations Review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They also discuss The Headies 2023 Nominations list, 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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
17/7/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
2023 Mid-Year Afrobeats Review: Top Songs and Albums
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. They also give their 20203 Mid-Year Afrobeats Review, and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:30 - Catch up09:44 - Tiwa Savage set to be the first female Afrobeats artist to headline Wembley Arena10:40 - Rema hits 2 billion career streams on Spotify11:40 - 2023 Mid-Year Afrobeats Review22:30 - New SongsLocation by Wurld & SarzBest Part by Johnny DrilleFeeling Funny by Lil Kesh & Young JohnFor You by Spyro, Iyana & Diamond PlatinumEx Convict by Shallipopi Bezos and Like Ice Spice by Blaqbonez 29:00 - Afrobeats Charts30:00 - The Five Top 5 Under the radar songs for 1st Half of the YearTime Heals by DottyWoman by IyanyaGateway Drug by RukmaniTalented by PaybacOva by Lojay40:45 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
10/7/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Does Controversy Hurt An Artist's Brand?
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week. Does Controversy Hurt An Artist's Brand? MohBad’s Blessed EP review and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Catch up06:20 - Fan mail07:35 - Response 09:57 - News making the rounds Seyi Vibez announces free show for Ikorodu fans11:20 - Artists and controversy 17:00 - New Music Loju by Spinall ft Wizkid Firegun by Odumodu ft Fireboy Modupe by Crayon Peace Of Mind by Tekno Fake Friends by Yemi Alade Oja Ginger by Kcee 25:05 - Seyi Vibez 29:04 - Blessed Ep by Mohbad31:29 - Spotlight of the week32:10 - The Charts33:40 - The Five38:29 - Eliminate - Tekno41:30 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
3/7/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Asake’s Work Of Art Album Review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, Asake’s Work Of Art Album Review, Rukmani’s Angel On The Run album and all the major songs that dropped this week.OUTLINE00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Catch up03:30 - Grammy Awards add Best African Music Performance category06:30 - Rema's 'Calm Down' extends record on Billboard Hot 100 as it enters top 308:35 - New Songs & Albums
Guy Man by Ladipoe and Bella Shmurda
Jah by Libianca
Soul by Casper Nyovest
13:00 - New Albums
Work of Art by Asake (Track by Track)
Angel On The Run by Rukmani
Boy Alone Deluxe by Omah Lay
35:50 - Spotlight of the week36:40 - Chart of the week38:15 - The Five45:20 - Eliminate 850:30 - Sign outFollow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more information. You can also send fan mail to fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
19/6/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
Seyi Vibez' Vibez Till Thy Kingdom Come Album Review
In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, Seyi Vibez’ Vibes Till Thy Kingdom Come, Iyanya’s Love and Trust EP, Amaarae’s Fountain Baby album and all the major songs that dropped this week.
12/6/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
5/6/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
29/5/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
22/5/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
15/5/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
8/5/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
1/5/2023 • 1 minuto, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
24/4/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
17/4/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
10/4/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
3/4/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
27/3/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
20/3/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
13/3/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
6/3/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
20/2/2023 • 0 minutos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
13/2/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
6/2/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
30/1/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
23/1/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
16/1/2023 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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.
19/12/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
12/12/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
5/12/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
28/11/2022 • 0 minutos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
21/11/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
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.
7/11/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
31/10/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
24/10/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
17/10/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
10/10/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
3/10/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
26/9/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
19/9/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.
12/9/2022 • 0 minutos, 0 segundos
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 fanmail@afrobeatspod.com.