Artistes of The Week: September (Part 3)

Artistes Of The Week:

Hi there! Welcome to another round of ‘Artistes of The Week”, where we bring you the latest juicy releases from various artistes we loved this week.

M3lon: Pressure

We begin the day with Fetuga Ademola Abdul-Hafeez, professionally known as M3lon. ‘Pressure’ by M3lon is a well-curated Afro-fusion track that just hits you with unexpected rhythm like no other, craving more never knowing what’s coming next. M3lon begins the song with an Afro-soul vibe featuring an upbeat rhythm that gives you the feel of a modern salsa music but Afrobeats style. He goes ahead to switch things up to an amapiano vibe on the hook, infusing all these sounds so well together. We’re not too surprised as, M3lon is well known to make music that would have you bopping your head to his gliding rhythm coupled with a staccato delivery. It is such a diverse fruit bowl of music, the vocals switching with the pace, and Melon is no doubt, Africa’s next best thing. I don’t know about you but ‘Pressure’ is a total ‘Add to Cart’.

Tobi Peter & Jazmn: All Day

Sound genius Tobi Peter, teams up with Jazmn to create what one can quantify as a “Beautiful African rhythm”. From awe-struck lyrics that capture the feeling of being in love and daydreaming about it, to a melodious bliss of Afro-house music,  “All Day” is sonically the place to be. Tobi Peter, is an international DJ, music Producer and songwriter based in Lagos, Nigeria, who makes music across a wide range of genres, but has truly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the genres of ‘house music’ or ‘Amapiano’. Jazmn is a fast-rising, young, African female singer and songwriter. This well-synchronized and seamless collaboration is  one for the books and the music is bound to leave you stuck on repeat. Press play, to “All Day!”

Ayox: Ofe nsala

Nigerian artiste Ayox has just released his newest Afro-pop single ‘Ofe Nsala’. Ayomide Bakare Yanuoluwa; born 4^th of January 2003, known professionally as ‘Ayox’ or as he refers to himself Blownboii Worldwide, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter, born and bred in Akure. After the tragic loss of his father in 2016, he moved to Lagos to start his music career. His style of music and the spirituality in it was influenced by his Dad’s choice of music and he grew up listening to Legendary musicians like Beautiful Nubia, Orlando Owoh and many other iconic Nigerian musicians, all who shaped his sense of style and music. Check out his newest release ‘Ofe nsala’

Kold af: Kaution EP

Kold AF is a 23-year-old sensational Nigerian musician, from Delta State Nigeria. As a proud native of Southern Nigeria, she draws deeply from the rich musical tradition of artists like Burna Boy, Asa and most importantly Cynthia Morgan, expressing a similar energy and confidence in her own style of music. Her sound is also coloured by global influences like Rihanna, Mahalia and Sean Paul. Kold AF’s hallmark as an artist is her versatility, seamlessly blending genres together to create her unique Afro-fusion-a dynamix mix of Afrobeats, Dancehall, Pop, soul, Hip-hop and R&B. The Dancehall queen shakes the music once again with her latest ‘Kaution EP’. The EP is packed with different kind of lovely expressions, each song with its own unique message and energy. If you’re looking for a Confident drive you can find it on ‘365’ and if you’re looking to dance your troubles away to sweet music and heavenly vocals, ‘Mayana’ is the song for you. Check out the lovely new artiste and her latest work of art ‘Kaution’.

OSHAMO: Alaska

oSHAMO might just be the newest rave of the season, and he shows us why with his newest single ‘Alaska’. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, the young artiste’s childhood was heavily inspired by some Afrobeat pioneers and at age 14, he decided to do the same, preaching his sound to Teens and Adults alike. Driven by a focus to show the world that that Afrobeat is ‘not just another genre’ but one that is here to stay and stands the test of time, oSHAMO started to develop his career brick by brick. With his Afro-hadurah music style on ‘Alaska’, he makes a party anthem, a club banger, that is sure to be a fan favourite. ‘Alaska’ expresses the Friday night lifestyle, japa culture and everything else underneath. Do well to check it out.

DJ Voyst, Ayanfe, Joeboy: Yoga

DJ Voyst creates such a promising banger on his newest release ‘Yoga’  He features the Afro pop star ‘Joeboy’  and the sweet and sonorous artiste ‘Ayanfe’. The beauty of this music starts from the addictive rhythm to the distinct vocals of both artistes, blending so harmoniously together. Joeboy begins the track with his unique afro-pop style and sweet vocals, while Ayanfe comes in, complementing him perfectly with his own scintillating vocals; a combination of Afro- R&B to a bit of Afro-hadurah rhythm. The song is a sweet and beautiful love song of adoration that’s sure to captivate your hearts like the woman they sing of. Check out, ‘Yoga’ by Dj Voyst ft Ayanfe and Joeboy.

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