Artiste Of the Week: January (Part 2)

Artiste Of the Week:

Hi there! Welcome to this week of ‘Artistes of the Week’, your one stop for newest releases by amazing artists every week!  

Laeorx: Luv a Rockstar

Young Nigerian artiste, Laeorx hops on a lovely and creative new single called ‘Luv a Rockstar’. The afrobeats track holds some salsa flair to it, captivating listeners both in rhythm and lyrics.. It’s hard to love, It’s hard to trust and Laeorx’s “Luv a Rockstar” discusses a true reality for people in the entertainment scene, especially ‘the rockstars’, the musicians. He sings about the difficulty of being famous and finding love and he calls this the curse of fame. In view of this difficulty, Laeorx takes a route of honesty and acceptance, explaining the ripple effects of this dilemma, which is having another day and another lover. Sweet, honest and a good listen, check out ‘Luv a Rockstar’.

Krizbeatz, darkoo, Ajebo Hustlers: Wicked Jazz

        Krizzbeatz teams up with Darkoo and Ajebo Hustlers on his new single called; ‘Wicked Jazz’ . Chris Alvin Sunday, professionally known as Krizbeatz, is a Nigerian record producer best known for producing Tekno’s hit single ‘Pana’. He has also worked with other famous acts such as Yemi Alade, Lil Kesh, Skales and many more. On his new track; ‘Wicked Jazz’, Darkoo begins the music with the chorus, flowing in after the beat does some groundwork of its own. She sets the tone of the music with her usual, smooth, easy and seductive singing style, like a wicked jazz as the song speaks. The Ajebo Hustlers follow right behind, adding a new layer of energy to the music and making it a perfect complementary colab. So groove with the flow of the sweet music and kick off your day with ‘Wicked Jazz’.

Terry Apala & Bella Shmurda: Bride Price

Juju and apala mix heavenly on Terry Apala and Bella Shmurda’s new song ‘Bride Price’, and it’s a total cultural eargasm of a track. It’s a field day for lovers of sweet, African indigenous music Terry Apala brings his usual, killer apala music style and blends it perfectly with Bella Shmurda’s modern Fuji vocals. It’s the kind of music you want or need to hear at any Owambe, and in fact any social event, casually fitting into your skin and mind like a well of good things. It brings out each listener's regal side, as they connect, sway and flow to the beauty of Yoruba music and its fantastic artistry with the drums. Terry Apala and Bella Shmurda also hold such a lovely sync and connection and it’s thrilling to hear how they hail each other on the music. Without further ado, check out ‘Bride Price’

Almost Joey: Your Waist

Groove to the rhythm and solid gbedu of Almost Joey’s ‘Your waist’. Almost Joey, is a new Afrobeats artist whose music pulses with passion, creativity and undeniable energy. A true melody weaver, he effortlessly blends Afrobeats, pop, and indie sounds into a captivating sound of his own. With his signature dungarees and free-flowing hair, Joey’s style is as bold and authentic as his music, radiating a carefree yet powerful vibe. So have a blast to more of this creativity and undeniable energy, on this new track; ‘Your Waist’.

Dej Loaf, Runtown, Libianca: Up or Down

         It’s international collab o clock and it’s a total vibe with this promising hit song; ‘Up or Down’. Dej Loaf, Runtown, Libianca turn up on what one can consider an Afro-swing, Alte-fusion and dancehall rhythm. Dej loaf is an American hip-hop, R&B artiste from Detroit, and is widely known for her debut hit single ‘Try me’. Libianca, is an African diasporan Afrobeats artiste, well known for her usual Afro-soul music and her breakout track; ‘People’. Each 3 bring their unique sounds, styles and rhythm on this track, contributing to a sultry feel in the music that compels you too groove, sway and vibe in accordance. Check out, ‘Up or Down’

Khalfani ft Jay Shutcha: Don Julio

Joshua John (born November 14, 1994), known professionally as Khalfani, is a Nigerian musician Raised in Abuja. He is a prominent voice in the contemporary Afrobeats movement. His music, a blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop, is characterized by his unique sound and compelling lyrics. Khalfani began singing at the age of six, and was encouraged by his family to perform in church and take piano lessons. This early musical exposure laid the foundation for his musical development. In 2019, his professional career in music began and he is currently signed with Blue Akashic Records. Check out his new track ‘Don Julio’ ft Jay Shutcha

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