Afrobeats Weekly

Asake’s Money Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 04 May 2026 01:00:00 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Asake’s Money Album, Testimony Of Grace by Ice Prince, plus discuss New Music Friday
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Catch up
05:00 - Testimony Of Grace by Ice Prince
10:40 - Money by Asake
45:00 - The Charts
45:50 - Sign out

New Music Friday Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:29:16 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Fatjoe claiming Jamaicans started Afrobeats, Angelique Kidjo’s New Album Hope!!, and New Music Friday reviews
OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:50 - Buju Banton, Fat Joe and Buju beef
08:00 - Hope by Angelique Kidjo
Modern Fantasy by Sute and Raytheboffin
New Songs

Fine Thing by Fola
Back Outside by Buju and Sarz
Attack by Ayo Maff
Ara (600m) by Bella Shmurda and Olamide
Zion by Teni and Olamide
Nostalgia by Zinoleesky
Bamboo by Tekno

Blaqbonez ACL (revisited)

Global Village — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Blaqbonez’ ACL new verse, King Promise and Mr Eazi’s See What We’ve Done album, and New Music Friday reviews

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction

02:05 - Catch up

08:00 - Still feeling Clarity Of Mind?

08:30 - Ayra Starr announces release date for her new album 'Starr Girl.'

11:35 - See What We’ve Done by Mr Eazi & King Promise

14:52 - New Songs

Acl by Blaqbonez(Discuss Odumodu Crash out and new verse)
Jam by Fally Ipupa, Wizkid
Moviestar by Sofiane Pamart, Rema
Isn’t It Beautiful by Taves
My Lover by Morravey
Shaba by Spinall, Mavo, Deto Black
Colorado by Johnny Drille, Ayra Starr and Young John
Formation by Adekunle Gold, Olamide
Too Hot by NO11

40:30 - Sign out

Omah Lay’s Clarity Of Mind Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 03:08:17 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Omah Lay’s Clarity Of Mind Album

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - Catch-Up Time

14:20 - Clarity of Mind Track By Track

42:00 - The Charts

43:20 - Sign out

New Music Friday Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:07:27 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss New Music Friday Reviews and Champz’ Young Poet album

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction

01:56 - Catch up

06:18 - Crayon Rant

13:00 - Young Poet by Champz

18:15 - New Songs

Aimoye by Kayode

Worship by Asake and DJ Snake

Pongo by Russian, Raauw Alejandro, Wiz

When the party’s over by bees and honey, Fola

Omoge by Falz

Not a drill by Elestee, Jemiyo, AR4

Amuni by Cupid

Ofe Nsala by Straffiti and Odumodu

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

37:47 - The Charts

38:30 - Sign Out

New Music Friday Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:54:26 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss New Music Friday Reviews.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
11:17 - Jack Hallow
13:00 - Diamond In A Process by Jiire Smith
18:40 - New Songs
Hustle Kpa by Blaqbonez and Artssalghul
Jembe by Famous Pluto, Mavo
Baami by Crayon
Afrikan Soldier by Pato Rankin, Buju Banton
May Girls by London, Brume
Julie by Kunmie
APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
34:10 - The Charts

35:47 - Sign out

Is Afrobeats Declining?

Global Village — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the Afrobeats In Decline trending topic, Lloyiso’s Never Thought I Could album. They also review songs from New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:55 - Catch Up
03:22 - Asake’s ‘Remember’ Is the Most Streamed Song of All Time on Spotify Nigeria
Asake Is the Most Streamed Artist of All Time on Spotify Nigeria:
09:30 - Is Afrobeats Declining?
19:32 - New Songs
Where Do We Go by Ayra Star
Personal by Juno
10 Minutes by 6uff and Odumodu
Mofe by Mvo
Lala by Olivetheboy
Phoenix by Moelogo
Burn Your Cables by Juney Luv
APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

The Billboard and Rema One-Hit Wonder Debate

Global Village — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:03:07 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the Billboard article calling Rema a one-hit wonder. They also review songs from New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - introduction
05:00 - Is Modenine the greatest lyricist?
11:33 - Rema Billboard article
17:33 - Dremo Man2Man challenge
19:20 - New Songs
They Love Me by Odumodu
Dearly by Wande Coal, Qing Madi
Brought The Family by Jon Bellion Ayra Star
Trust Fund by Sir Raheem, Teni, Yosa
Interior Designer by Okwi
God is Working by Ayo Maff
Aura Salad by Mavo, SSoundGawd
No Typo by Nasty C
Mon Bebe by RnBoi ft Ayra Star
Greedy by Nonso Amadi

Did Tyla Deserve the Grammy? Best African Music Performance 2026 Discussion

Global Village — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:03:42 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Tyla’s Best African Performance win at the Grammys 2026. They also review songs from New Music Friday.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction

01:40 - Catch-Up

07:50 - Grammys

20:00 - New Music

37:00 - The Charts

38:20 - Sign out

2026 Grammy Predictions, New Music Friday Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:23:00 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop make some predictions for the 2026 Grammy Awards. They review songs from New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:14 - Catch up
09:07 - Grammy Predictions
Best African Music Performance
"Love" – Burna Boy
"With You" – Davido ft. Omah Lay
"Gimme Dat" – Ayra Starr ft. Wizkid
"Push 2 Start" – Tyla (South Africa)
"Hope & Love" – Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin (Uganda)

Best Global Music Album
Sounds Of Kumbha — Siddhant Bhatia

No Sign of Weakness — Burna Boy

Éclairer le monde – Light the World — Youssou N’Dour

Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live) — Shakti

Chapter III: We Return to Light — Anoushka Shankar featuring Alam Khan & Sarathy Korwar

Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo — Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia

15:40 - New Songs

Angels by Lekka Beats, Omah LA, Odumodu
Badmington by Ckay
Birthday by Fredro, Burna, Steel Banglez
Super by Cupid SZN
What You Need (Colors) by Tems
Nobody by Reekado Banks and Libianca
Oyakilomhe by PrettyBoy DO
Second Hand by Don Toliver and Rema
It’s all Ovah by Kemuel

39:00 - The charts

Wizkid and Asake’s Real, Vol.1 EP Review

Global Village — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:44:11 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Wizkid and Asake’s highly anticipated collab project, REAL, Vol.1 EP. They also discuss the Wizkid vs Fela comparisons, and review songs from New Music Friday

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction

03:00 - Did you catch all that Ishow Speed drama

06:50 - Seunkuti vs Wizid: Wizkid claims he’s bigger than Fela

13:05 - Real Vol.1 by Wizkid and Asake

21:20 - New Songs

My Healer by Seyi Vibez, OmahLAy

Akonuche Remix by Priest, Victony and Shoday

Motho Waka by Ladipoe, Maglera Doe Boy

Solace by Kunmie

Do Not disturb by Lovn

Igboro by Boy Spyce

Beauty Modara by Rudeboy

39:20 - The Charts

40:33 - Sign out

Wizkid, Asake’s Jogodo, New Music Friday Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:48:48 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Wizkid and Asake’s new single, Jogodo, and what they expect from the REAL, Vol.1 EP that drops next week. They also review songs from New Music Friday
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
06:25 - Catch up
10:36 - Damie and Dolapo Martins album ’Come Back.'
17:54 - New Songs
Jogodo by Wizkid and Asake
Teary Eyes by NBA YoungBoy ft. Burna
Everyday by Magixx
APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
Afrobeats Charts

Shallipopi’s Auracle Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:31:56 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Shallipopi’s Auracle Album and Boj’s Duplicity Album, Apple Music Replay, Spotify Wrapped, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:25 - Catch Up
09:20 - Recap of our personal end-of-the-year list (Top 5 )
Song of the year
Album of the year
Artist Of the Year
17:40 - Wizkid and Asake Announce Joint EP ‘REAL (Vol. 1)’ Just in Time for ‘Detty December’
19:18 - Wizkid Tops Apple Music Nigeria End of the Year List
Wizkid, Davido and Ayra Starr Lead Nigeria’s Spotify Wrapped 2025
28:35 - Shallipopi’s Auracle Album

Victony’s Very Stubborn Album Review, Tems’ Love Is A Kingdom Review

Global Village — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:17:14 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Victony’s Very Stubborn Album, and Tems’ Love Is A Kingdom, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Catch up
04:00 - Burna Boy's concert
11:20 - Mavin's new artist
16:30 - Wale's new album
19:15 - New Albums
Victony’s Very Stubborn Album
Tems’ Love Is A Kingdom
35:00 - New Songs
Easy With Me by Dj Tunez, Wizkid, Odumodu
Bad Habits by King Promise and Davido
Nights In The Sun by Odeal and Wizkid
Type Shit by Good Girl LA, Mavo
Moshood by PDSTRN
Foolish by Tekno

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SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

48:50 - The Charts
50:25 - Sign out

AFRIKA MAGIK by Show Dem Camp Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:03:19 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Show Dem Camp’s AFRIKA MAGIK album and 255’s Triniy Album, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
08:20 - Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay are all up for Grammy Nominations

Best African Music Performance Grammy Nominees
“Love” — Burna Boy
“With You” — Davido featuring Omah Lay
“Hope & Love” — Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin
“Gimme Dat” — Ayra Starr featuring Wizkid
“Push 2 Start” — Tyla

Best Global Music Album Grammy Nominees
Sounds Of Kumbha — Siddhant Bhatia
No Sign of Weakness — Burna Boy
Éclairer le monde – Light the World — Youssou N’Dour
Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live) — Shakti
Chapter III: We Return to Light — Anoushka Shankar featuring Alam Khan & Sarathy Korwar
Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo — Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia

13:00 - New Album
AFRIKA MAGIK by SDC
Trinity by 255
28:00 - New Songs
Belinda by L.A.X and Olamide
B.O.M.B by AQ
Enjoyment by Pocolee, Mavo, and Diamond Boy
Bounce by Falz
Still Young by Joshua Baraka

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SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

42:20 - The Chart
45:25 - Sign out

Maison Rouge EP Review by Mr Eazi

Global Village — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 03:45:34 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Mr Eazi’s Maison Rouge EP and Cavy In The City album by the Cavemen. They also discuss the Mavo verses criticism that made news this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
03:35 - News making the rounds
13:00 - Maison Rouge by Mr Eazi
20:00 - Cavy In The City by The Cavemen
22:10 - New Songs
Money Constant by Dj Maphorisa, Dj Tunez, Wizkid, and Mavo
Shakabulizy Remix by Mavo and Davido
Body by Ckay and Mavo
Wallah Wallah by Badsha and Davido
HOW ARE YOU by Seyi Vibez
Italawa by SDC
Head Commot by Ice Prince
Working II by Keith Sweat, Lil Waye, and Qing Madi
Salty Chips by Juney Luv
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51:00 - The Charts
54:00 - Sign out

No Excuses by Blaqbonez Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:14:18 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Blaqbonez’s No Excuses Album, and Zlatan’s Symbol Of Hope Album. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.

Odumodublvck’s Industry Machine Album Review, Lojay’s XOXO’s Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:51:41 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Odumodublvck’s Industry Machine Album, Lojay’s XOXO Album and Peruzzi’s Sabali Album. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:45 - Catch up
04:43 - Nigerian Songs Named In Rolling Stone’s 250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century
243 - Unavailable by Davido and Musa Keys
232 - Free Mind by Tems
228 - Woman by Rema
95 - Last Last by Burna Boy
22 - Essence by Wizkid and Tems
07:50 - Odumodublvck’s Industry Machine Album
20:50 - Lojay’s XOXO Album
29:34 - Peruzzi’s Sabali Album
37:19 - New Song
Ring by Joeboy and Shoday
Hot Hot by Famous Pluto
58:40 - The Charts
59:30 - Sign out

Adekunle Gold’s Fuji Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 03:44:03 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Adekunle Gold’s Fuji album and Sanity Album by Bella Shmurda. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:55 - Catch up
06:10 - New Album
Fuji by Adekunle Gold
Sanity by Bella Shmurda
22:00 - New Songs
Candy Music by Odumodu
NBA by Ladipoe, Ayo Maff
Demons by Zlatan, Qing Madi
Cheerleader by Tekno
Motivate by Nissi, Olamide
Worry by Yemi Alade, Fave
42:23 - Sign out

Protect Sarz At All Costs by Sarz Review, Peace by Piece EP Review by Fireboy Dml, Pheelz

Global Village — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:27:11 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Protect Sarz At All Costs album by Sarz, Peace by Piece EP Review by Fireboy Dml and Pheelz, and Mavo’s Kilometer II. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
07:00 - News
09:13 - New Album
29:15 - New Songs
Skido by Victony & Olamide
Die It by Peruzzi
INDUSTRY MACHINE by ODUMODUBLVCK
I Know by Mightyyout & Davido
Salary 4 Life by 2Baba
Chameleon by The Cavemen.
Olódùmarè by 9ice

Fola’s Cartharsis Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 07:24:58 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Fola’s Cartharsis Album Review and Skales’ Martina’s Son’ Album Review. They also discuss the news making the rounds

Tiwa Savage This One Is Personal Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:54:31 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Tiwa Savage’s This One Is Personal Album and DJ Spinall’s Eko Groove Album. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:25 - Catch up
05:40 - Tiwa Savage’s This One Is Personal Album Review
15:10 - DJ Spinall’s Eko Groove Album
20:00 - New Music
Cash Flow by Young Jonn
To Be A Man by Kizz Daniel
Mercy Please by Tay Iwar
Designer Baby by Elestee and Take A Daytrip
Isaka 2 (6am) by Cza, Tems, Omah Lay,
40:50 - Sign out

The Billboard 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time List

Global Village — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:28:00 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss The 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time List. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:35 - Catch up
08:33 - The 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time List
https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-afrobeats-songs/2-wizkid-ojuelegba-2014/
36:57 - New Songs
Everlasting Taker by Blaqbonez
Pay Me by Odumodu, Stormzy and Zlatan
Way2yung by Taves
6Ways by Taves
Accelerate by Kaestyle
53:10 - sign out

Album Review: Black Star by Amaarae Album Review

Global Village — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:21:22 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Amaarae’s Black Star album, Tyla’s album sale discussion, Omah Lay accusing Rema of ‘stealing’ his sound and more. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:25 - Catch Up
04:20 - Omah Lay/Rema sound theft accusation
10:48 - Tyla’s beef with African Americans
15:55 - The Nigerian features on Gunna’s album
22:29 - Black Star by Amaarae Album Review
New Songs
Unlimited by Magixx
Over The Moon by Johnny Drille and Tiwa
Legacy by Jesse, Ice and Blaqbonez
Tanko by Victony and Terry g
50:17 - The Charts
52:58 - Sign out

Album Review: Fido 'Olayemi'

Global Village — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 07:53:26 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Fido’s Olayemi project. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
12:28 - Album review - Fido Olayemi ep
17:58 - New Songs
Kelebu by Rema
On The Low by Tiwa and Skepta
Tobari by Dbanj, Dj Maphorisa, Dj Obi
33:14 - The Charts
40:30 - Sign out

Album Review: The Summer That Saved Me by Odeal

Global Village — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:34:22 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Odeal’s The Summer That Saved Me. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Catch up
10:20 - New Album
The Summer That Saved Me by Odeal
15:30 - New Songs

Hot Body by Ayra Starr
Dopamine Fireboy
Dynamite by Tyla, Wizkid
Badman Gangsta by Asake, Tiakola
Girlie Pop by Amaarae
Loyal by Chella
Dead Flowers by Llona
Mr Fantastic by MI

VITAMIN by Boybreed, Moelogo, Amaeya
40:00 - The Charts
41:00 - Sign out

Album Review: No Sign Of Weakness By Burna Boy

Global Village — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 08:20:17 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Burna Boy’s No Sign Of Weakness album. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
05:55 - BNXN 'No Captain' album review
09:10 - Burna Boy's 'No Sign Of Weakness' Album review
39:25 - Sign out

Album Review: A-Q’s ‘GE3 The Beginning’ album, Runtown’s Soundgod Fest IV

Global Village — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 17:25:55 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss A-Q’s ‘GE3 The Beginning’ album, Runtown’s Soundgod Fest IV, and the Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez beef. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:14 - Catch Up
06:20 - Odumodu cultural impact
10:06 - New Songs
Goodgirl by Goodgirl LA
Don’t Let Me Drown by Burna Boy
Gold by JHus and Asake
Your Number by Darkoo
21:25 - New Album
A-Q’s ‘GE3 The Beginning’ Album Review
Soundgod Fest IV by Runtown
38:40 - Sign out

Album Review: Olamide’s ‘Olamide’ Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Olamide’s ‘Olamide’ album. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Catch up
05:18 - Ayra Starr and Tems to perform at Wembley Stadium With Coldplay.
Davido's 5 Alive World Tour.
09:20 - New Songs
Ewo by Famous Pluto, Zerrdryl, Shallipopi
Glory by Victony
A-Q x Blaqbonez - Who's Really Rapping?
21:50 - Olamide’s Olamide Album Review
01:00:59 - Sign out

Album Review: Maleek Berry’s ‘If Only Love Was Enough’, Mayorkun’s ‘Still The Mayor

Global Village — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:55:35 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Maleek Berry’s ‘If Only Love Was Enough’, Mayorkun’s ‘Still The Mayor’. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Catch up
05:16 - Tems will perform at the FIFA Club World Cup in America
08:50 - New Songs
99 by Olamide, Seyi Vibez, Asake, Young John
Folasade by Ladipoe
23:56 - New Album
Maleek Berry’s ‘If Only Love Was Enough’,
Mayorkun’s ‘Still The Mayor
39:50 - The Chart
43:00 - Eliminate
51:50 - Sign out

Billboard Africa: Mixed Reactions and Industry Concerns

Global Village — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:42:18 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the Billboard Africa concerns. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped on New Music Friday.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:20 - Catch Up
04:35 - Asake announces a new album titled 'Money'
08:20 - Billboard Africa Set to Launch in 2025, Announces New Editor-in-Chief
10:43 - Wizkid missing as Billboard lists trailblazing achievements by 11 African artists
16:10 - New Songs

Che Che by Asake and Young Jonn
Very Soon Buju ft Fola
Day by Day by Simi ft Kizz Daniel
Roju by Crayon

28:26 - New Album
Starters by Ice Prince
30:22 - The Charts
39:48 - Eliminate
46:57 - Sign out

Album Review: The Feast by Falz and Uncle K: Lemon Chase by Kizz Daniel

Global Village — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:06:15 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review The Feast album by Falz and Uncle K: Lemon Chase album by Kizz Daniel. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
03:00 - Catch up
05:40 - Ayra Starr becomes the first Nigerian female artist to reach 1 billion YouTube views
07:05 - EDM records massive 403% growth in Nigeria in the past three years
08:50 - New Songs

Tatata by Burna Boy ft Travis Scott
Pressure by Seyi Vibez
Money Moves by Fido
Olufunmi(The Missing Recipe) Ladipoe ft Stylplus
Sankofa by Gyakkie
Ladida by Bloody Civilian

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SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

New Albums
The Feast by Falz
Uncle K: Lemon Chase

39:48 - The Charts
41:10 - Elimin8

Anything Goes feat Odumodu
Something feat Ycee
Clap feat Reminisce
Chardonnay Music feat Poe
Karashika part 2 feat MI n SDC
O Pari feat Olamide
Popping Tonite feat Phyno
Bop Daddy feat Ms Banks

50:50 - Sign out

Wizkid’s Tour Cancellation: What It Means for Afrobeats

Global Village — Tue, 13 May 2025 04:01:52 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, give their insights on the Wizkid, North American tour cancellations and their take on this week’s New Music Friday songs. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
06:20 - 2025 BET Awards: Ayra Starr, Tems, Burna Boy, Rema, others bag nominations
07:25 - Wizkid cancels multiple North America dates on 'Morayo' Tour
19:00 - New Songs

Kai by Olamide and Wizkid
Sweet Love by Burna
Ginger Me by Niniola
Space by Elestee, Ajebo Hustlers
Cutesy by BNXN
Bliss by Tyla
Round Of Applause by Falz
Love Me Now by Mr Eazi
D.I.L.Y by Skales and 3dan

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK
https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReEx

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f1

39:40 - The Charts
41:30 - Sign out

New Music Friday Reviews: Ayra Starr ft Wizkid’s Gimme Dat, Tiwa Savage’s You4Me & More

Global Village — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 08:32:58 +0100

On this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Ayra Starr ft Wizkid’s Gimme Dat, Tiwa Savage’s You4Me, Shallipopi and Burna Boy’s Laho II and more New Music Friday songs. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
09:51 - Burna Boy says his version of 'Laho' is the original
11:00 - ODUMODUBLVCK school tour
14:29 - New Songs
Gimme Dat by Ayra Starr ft Wizkid
Laho II by Shallipopi ft Burna Boy
Do Me by Runtown
You4Me by Tiwa Savage
Lost by Fola ft Kizz Daniel
Story by Fireboy ft Take A Day Trip
36:44 - The charts
39:41 - Eliminate
46:27 - Sign out

Davido’s 5ive Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 07:21:34 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Davido’s fifth album 5ive. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.

Afrobeats Weekly Reviews: New Music Friday Edition

Global Village — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:10:32 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review New Music Friday drops, Nobody Like Zaza album by L.A.X album and more. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:52 - Catch-up
12:28 - Davido on Breakfast Club
13:55 - New Album

Nobody Like Zaza by LAX
Forever Gettin It by Lil Kesh

24:46 - New Songs

Bout U by Rema
Mwah by Lojay and Odeal
Police by Kizz Daniel, Johnny Drille, Angela Kidjo
Angelina by Johnny Drile and Fireboy
Mukutu by Reekado Banks

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

34:51 - The Charts
36:35 - Eliminate
40:57 - Sign out

Album Reviews: Ruger’s BlownBoy Ru, Joeboy’s Viva Lavida and more

Global Village — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 06:14:53 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review Ruger’s new album ‘BlownBoy Ru’ and Joeboy’s ‘Viva Lavida’ album and more. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:48 - Catch up
07:10 - Davido signs new artist
10:35 - Blownboy Ru by Ruger
17:45 - Viva Lavida by Joeboy
22:30 - Timbo Progression by Timbaland
27:50 - New Songs

4 Kampe II by Joe Dwet File ft Burna Boy
Bodycon by Crayon
Ramadam Kareem by Toliban, Odumodu, Boj
Believe by Noon Dave
Ihe I kwuru Nnem by Mzeal
Everyday by 9t9

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
40:15 - The Charts
40:56 - Eliminate
46:45 - Sign out

Songwriting in Afrobeats: What Makes a Good 'Pen Game'

Global Village — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:01:38 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss what makes a good pen game in Afrobeats. They also discuss news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.

The Fido Controversy: Do Artists Owe Labels More Respect, or Are Labels Just Greedy?

Global Village — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 03:04:49 +0100

The Fido Controversy: Do Artists Owe Labels More Respect, or Are Labels Just Greedy?. They also discuss Kunmie’s new EP ‘Before We Became Strangers’ and the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
03:14 - Catch up
07:20 - Rising Nigerian music star Kunmie makes history on Spotify's global viral chart
08:45 - King Charles III Curates His Playlist for Commonwealth Celebration Featuring Davido
13:05 - The Fido Controversy: Do Artists Owe Labels More Respect, or Are Labels Just Greedy?
22:25 - Before We Became Strangers EP by Kunmie
22:45 - New Songs
High by Lloyiso
Taxi Driver by Joe Boy
Bere Mi(Reimagined) by Id Cabasa, Zlata, T.I Blaze
DND by Nikos

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK
https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReEx

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f1

31:36 - The Charts
33:19 - Eliminate
39:29 - Sign out

'I Dream In Color' by Magixx Abum Review

Global Village — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 07:10:46 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Magixx's debut album, ‘I Dream In Color’, Wande Coal and Kel-P’s Best Of Both Worlds. They also discuss the news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:15 - Catch up
07:10 - Davido shares new release date for his upcoming album '5ive'
08:40 - 'I Dream In Color' by Magixx
14:55 - 'Best Of Both Worlds' by Kel P, Wande Coal
19:40 - New Songs
W for Wetego by Blaqbonez, Young Jonn, Phyno
Commitment by Craid David, Tiwa Savage
Only Fans by Young Jonn
Another One Skales
Fridayy ft Teni
Fridayy ft Llonna.

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

31:50 - The Charts and Elimination
46:27 - Sign out

Children Of Africa By Seyi Vibez Review

Global Village — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:37:10 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Seyi Vibez surprise drop ‘Children Of Africa’ EP ‘’. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Catch up
05:00 - Tems Becomes First African Female Artist to Hit 1 Billion Spotify Streams
Tyla Becomes First African Solo Artist to Hit 1 Billion Spotify Streams With ‘Water’
08:30 - Children Of Africa By Seyi Vibez Review
The Gift EP by Sute Iwar
16:53 - New Songs

Update By Burna boy
Laho by Shallipopi
Somebody Like You by Lojay
Lockdown by L.A.X
Falling by Jeffrey Benson

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

31:06 - The Charts
42:11 - Sign out

Breaking Down the 17th Headies Awards Nominations

Global Village — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 03:10:36 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the 17th Headies Awards Nominations. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:41 - Catch up
04:59 - Full nominations list for the 17th Headies Awards
31:33 - New Music

All The Love by Ayra Starr
Why Love by Asake
Jay Jay by Ruger
Obimo by Adekunle Gold
Odeshi by Timaya, Flavor and Yund Alpha
Liar Liar by Elestee
Push To Start remix by Tyla and Sean Paul

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE

50:15 - The Charts
51:30 - Sign out

New Music Friday: Rema's 'Baby (Is It A Crime)' & Odumodu x Victony's 'Pity This Boy' etc Reviews

Global Village — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 04:39:46 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Rema's 'Baby (Is It A Crime), Odumodu x Victony's 'Pity This Boy, New Music Friday drops. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:00- Catch up
07:30 - Tems wins at the 67th Grammys
13:27 - New Songs
Baby (Is It A Crime) by Rema
Pity This Boy by Odumodu and Victony
(Brewing Odumodu and Blaqbonez beef?)
SMH by Joe Boy and Tempo
Mad Me by Peruzzi
Up Iweka by Erigga and Phyno
Keys To My Heart by Yemi Alade
Trilogy by Cruel Santino
APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
28:10 - The charts
29:18 - Eliminate
35:20 - Sign out

Navigating Sampling Rights in Afrobeats: Lessons from Darkoo and Peter Okoye's Feud

Global Village — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 04:10:49 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss sampling in Afrobeatsfollwoing the Darkoo and Mr. P controversy. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Catch up
03:25 - Burna and Chloe..rollout?
Asake snippets/face tattoos, leaving YBNL
Artists confirmed to drop. Davido, Omah Lay, Burna
Any bold predictions for 2025?
25:40 - Navigating Sampling Rights in Afrobeats: Lessons from Darkoo and Peter Okoye's Feud
33:55 - The Charts
38:00 - Sign out

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK HERE
https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReEx

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f1

Afrobeats Weekly’s End Of The Years Lists 2024

Global Village — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 09:26:19 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss their end-of-year lists and the Shallipopi vs. Dapper label issues. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music Replay, End Of The Years Lists

Global Village — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:27:39 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the end of the year lists, Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
03:00 - Davido announces new album '5ive' set to drop in 2025
03:45 - Rema, Tems, Ayra Starr and Tyla make RollingStone's 2024 Album of the Year list
06:06 - Rema and Tyla and Tems make PitchForks Top Songs of 2024
07:54 - Sho's Apple Music Replay
17:33 - Tunde's Spotify wrapped
28:40 - New Songs

Funds by Davido, Odumodu & Chike
Louder by Blaqbonez, Ayo Maff
Ten Times by Young Jonn
Make It Up To You by Khalid, Ayra Starr
Bad Bitch Syndrome by Siraheem
Pounds and Dollar by Tekno

36:30 - The Charts
40:50 - Sign out

Wizkid’s Morayo Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:52:04 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the highly anticipated Morayo album by Wizkid. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
03:30 - Catch Up
04:56 - Wizkid chart records
07:53 - Wizkid's Morayo Album review
42:35 - The Charts

New Music Friday Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:43:06 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss new music releases . They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:35 - Catch up
09:35 - Tems extends her record as the most certified Nigerian female artist in the US
11:11 - Tyla Takes Home 3 MTV EMA Awards
13:50 - New Songs

Kese (Dance) by Wizkid
Pano Tona by Adekunle Gold and Kizz Daniel
Toma Toma by Ruger and Tiwa
Innocent by Mayorkun and Fireboy
Solo by Reekado Banks
You’re Stuck by Odeal and Summer Walker
Ekwe by Ladipoe, Adekunle Gold and Kel-p
Love and Romance II by Ric Hassani, Joeboy and Ne-yo
Adanna by Taves, Boy Pee, Hyce and Brown Joel
Big Smile by Pa Salieu and Odumodu

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SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK HERE
30:35 - The charts
33:30 - Eliminate
37:55 - Sign out

Tems, Rema, Burna, Yemi Alade Earn Grammy 2025 Nominations

Global Village — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:14:29 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss the 2025 Grammy Nomination and review Dutty Love by Fave. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:43 - Catch up
06:28 - Rema, Tems get Grammy nominations for Best Global Album
10:20 - Best Global Music Album Nominees
13:00 - Nigerian stars dominate Grammys Best African Music Performance category
Best African Music Performance Nominees
18:35 - Tems makes history after securing 3 nominations for the 67th Grammys
27:39 - New Songs
Awuke by Davido and YG Marley
Hello Habibi by Olamide and Russ
Vex For You by Lil Kesh, Fireboy, Ayo Maff
Sooner by Young Jonn
Mr Lover by Fido

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK
https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReEx

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f1

32:45 - New Albums
Dutty Love by Fave
36:27 - Charts
38:00 - Sign out

'Lagos Sweet Die' Album Review by Teeto Ceemos

Global Village — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 06:55:18 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review ‘Peace and Love’ album by Juls and ‘Lagos Sweet Die’ album by Teeto Ceemos. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:03 - Catch Up
05:50 - Burna Boy's 'Love, Damini' joins Nigerian albums with highest RIAA certification
14:40 - New Songs

Kuku Google Am by Tuface
Goosebumps by Qing Madi
Vibes on Vibes by Liya and Olamide
Lemme Know by Magixx
Talk by Boy Spyce
Forever by Kaestyle
Jailer by Sarkodie and Victony

APPLE MUSIC PLAYLIST LINK - https://music.apple.com/ng/playlist/afrobeats-weekly/pl.u-ZmbllN1c5oReEx

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST LINK - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7AqankpaKQODcyBD1OlK8f?si=UEXCpVEtRCinVl5Kp0fYug&pi=e-C39FtBhyRWyr&nd=1&dlsi=0e78d5e0c64342f1

24:54 - New Albums
Peace and Love album by Juls
Lagos Sweet Die by Teeto Ceemos
33:40 - The Charts
35:18 - Eliminate
41:30 - Sign Out

Emotions Album Review by Ckay

Global Village — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:18:33 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Ckay’s ‘Emotions’ 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 - Introduction
02:50 - Catch up
04:48 - Asake's song makes NBA 2K25 soundtrack album
08:28 - New music
Piece Of My Heart by Wizkid and Brent Fiyaz
Fi Kan We Kan by Buju and Rema
Forgiveness by Tiwa Savage
Falling/Unleash by Lojay
Refund PT2 by Reeplay, Odumodu and Ajebo Hustlers
Emeka Dance by Blaqbonez
Orobo by Khaid
Ola by Yimeeka and Black Culture
Won’t Turn Back by Tesswess
27:53 - New Albums
Emotions By Ckay
31:38 - The Charts
32:50 - Eliminate
44:41 - Sign out

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Tyla + Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:03:22 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Tyla+ by Tyla 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 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
04:30 - Ayra Starr reaches 2 Billion Spotify stream
07:15 - Ayra Starr and Tyla Lead African Nominees at the 2024 MTV EMAs
14:50 - New Songs
Right Now by Darkoo and Davido
Malaika by Teni and Fridayy
Free Service by Shallipopi
Do My Dance by Moonchild Sanelly
Painless Melody by Braye
23:10 - New Albums
Tyla+ by Tyla
Forever by Kotrell
28:50 - The Charts
31:15 - Eliminate
35:50 - Sign out

Phyno’s Full Time Job Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:07:48 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Phyno’s Full Time Job Album Review and Minz’s By Any Minz 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 -Introduction
02:10 - Catch up
03:30 - Wizkid Rant
07:24 - Rolling Stone’s The Best Albums of 2024 So Far
Afrobeats Albums That Made The List
- Ayra Starr, ‘The Year I Turned 21’
- Rema, Heis
- Tems, Born In The Wild
- Tyla, Tyla
08:50 - Top Nigerian Artists on Apple Music
09:50 - Top Nigerian Songs on Apple Music
11:30 - Top Nigerian Albums on Apple Music
13:05 - Top Nigerian Artists with the highest Shazam count
15:50 - New Songs
Good Feelings by Cold Play and Ayra Starr
Happy People by Kaestyle
Habibo Freestyle by Blaqbonez
Hunger Games by Nasboi and M.I
22:54 - New Albums
Phyno’s Full Time Job
Minz’s By Any Minz
33:19 - Turntable charts
37:21 - Eliminate
45:40 - Sign out

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Reminisce’s Sui Generis EP Review

Global Village — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 06:25:35 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Reminisce’s Sui Generis EP . They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:50 - Catch up
06:20 - Mode 9 Rant
https://x.com/thaboyyom/status/1839933675317625145?s=43&mx=2
11:38 - Tems, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr To Headline Afro Nation Portugal 2025
16:30 - New Songs
Marhaba by Kizz Daniel
We Must by Kizz Daniel
Time Of My Life by Phyno and ArDee
Compose by Ladipoe and Taves
No Games by Fave
Jericho by Tekno
In My Bed by Ckay
24:20 - New Albums
Sui Generis by Reminisce
27:00 - The Charts
29:40 - Eliminate
33:00 - Sign out

Oxlade 'Oxlade From Africa' Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 06:21:08 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Oxlade’s OFA album and Nasboi’s EP I.N.I.T’. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Catch up
06:20 - Albums we missed
10:45 - Oxlade’s OFA
18:00 - Nasboi’s INIT
22:40 - Odunsi Nigerian Boyfriend EP
32:30 - The Charts
34:07 - Sign out

Fireboy’s Adedamola Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 05:56:35 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Fireboy’s fourth album ‘adedamola’. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Catch up
08:05 - Kizz Daniel surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams
13:00 - Nigerian international star CKAY launches record label, Boyfriend Music
14:10 - New Songs
Egwu Eji by Ckay
Joy by Angelique Kidjo and Davido
Goddess by Bayanni and Ruger
Pepper Dem by Niniola
Can You Imagine by Tobe Nwigwe, Odumodu, Jay Electronica
20:00 - Fireboy's Album review
28:30 - The charts
29:50 - Eliminate
33:00 - Sign out

The Entertainer: D’Sequel by D’Banj Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 06:36:50 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, review The Entertainer: D’Sequel by D’Banj album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:18 - Catch up
04:19 - Buju Banton
11:13 - Rema, Tems make Obama's 2024 Summer Playlist
13:00 - Asake's 'Lungu Boy' sets the record for the highest opening week streams on Spotify Nigeria
15:29 - New Songs
Zombie by Joeboy
Phenomena by Buju
Tete by Crayon
Pinacolada by London, 6lack and Ayra Starr
Perspective by Juls and Masego
20:40 - New Albums
The Entertainer: D’Sequel by D’Banj
26:20 - Spotlight of the week
27:05 - The charts
28:20 - Eliminate
32:18 - Sign out

Asake’s Lungu Boy Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 03:45:05 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review Asake’s Lungu Boy album and No Love In Lagos album by Show Dem Camp, The Cavemen and Nsikak David. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:40 - Catch Up
05:00 - AQ - Purple Doesn't Exist
09:25 - Ayra Starr's 'The Year I Turned 21' surpasses 500 million Spotify streams
14:20 - New Songs
My Dealer (remix) by Kaestyle, Kizz Daniel
Favorite Girl by Darkoo and Rema
Mayana by Kold AF
Ex-Capade by Rukmani
Lifestyle by DJ Shawn feat Magnito, Falz & Pheelz
17:50 - SDC,Cavemen, Nsikak David’s No Love In Lagos
21:00 - Asake’s Lungu Boy Album Review
48:47 - The Charts
53:31 - Sign Out

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Copyright Controversy: Brain Jotter vs. Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s Music

Global Village — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 08:12:14 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the trending Brain Jotter viral moment and the copyright issues involving Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s song and Llona’s Homeless 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 - Introduction
02:39 - Catch up
05:50 - Did you catch Burna’s African Giant 5th-anniversary concert on YouTube?
08:05 - Albums we missed last week briefly: Taves’ Are You Listening and Chike’s Son Of Chike
11:11 - Copyright Controversy: Brain Jotter vs. Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s Music
17:25 - New Songs
Johni by SDC, Cavemen,
Not All That by Odumodu
Way Back by Khaid and Olamide
No Forget by Tekno

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Rema’s ‘Heis’ Album Review, Seyi Vibez’, ‘Loseyi Professor’ Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 06:38:24 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Rema’s album HEIS and Seyi Vibez surprise drop ‘ Loseyi Professor’. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:35 - Catch up
05:24 - Fan mail
09:30 - Rema's 'HEIS' sets record for biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria in 2024
10:25 - Rema 'Heis' Album Review
23:20 - Seyi Vibez ‘Loseyi Professor’ Album Review
28:20 - The charts
29:30 - Eliminate
35:30 - Sign out
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Simi’s “Lost And Found” & Pheelz’ “Pheelz Good II” Album Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:34:14 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Simi’s “Lost And Found” & Pheelz’ “Pheelz Good II” 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 - Introduction
07:25 - Rema makes history as 'Calm Down' surpasses 2 billion Spotify streams
08:35 - Olamide's 'Ikigai' sets record for biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria in 2024
12:30 - New Songs
Visa by Reekado Banks
JABO by Boj and Odumodu
No Love In Lagos by SDC, Cavemen and Nsikak
YBIL by Qing Madi and Kizz Daniel

New Albums
Lost and Found by Simi
Pheelz Good 2 by Pheelz
25:29 - The Charts
27:28 - Eliminate
33:00 - Sign out
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Victony’s Stubborn Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:57:52 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Victony’s Stubborn album and Olamide’s surprise album Ikigai. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

Nigeria music tours and opening acts

Global Village — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:13:44 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Nigeria music tours and opening acts,Tems making history on Apple Music US with her debut album, Asake announcement of “Lungu Boy World Tour” and new 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 - Introduction
01:50 - Catch up
09:13 - Tems makes history on Apple Music US with her debut album
09:59 - Asake Announces “Lungu Boy World Tour” + New Album
16:20 - New Songs
Arabambi by Oxlade
A Million Things By Taves
Onome by Odeal
19:00 - New Albums
Madam Dearest by Dotty The Deity
The Chosen One by ShineTTW
Another Style by Kaestyle
29:00 - Spotlight of the week
30:18 - The Charts
32:20 - Eliminate
46:20 - Sign out

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Tems’ ‘Born In The Wild’ Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 06:28:01 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Tems’ Born In Wild album. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:45 - Catch up
05:20 - Ayra Starr surpasses Tyla to become African artist with most Spotify listeners
06:20 - New Music
Make Way by Ruger
Luv Again by Ruger
Shame on You by PrettyBoy
Falz EP
12:10 - Tems 'Born in the Wild' Album review
38:20 - Eliminate
43:40 - Sign out

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Ayra Starr’s ‘The Year I Turned 21’ Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 06:29:58 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Ayra Starr’s The Tear I Turned 21 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 - Introduction
02:01 - Catch up
05:30 - Tems album release date
06:55 - New Music
10:25 - The Year I Turn 21 Album Review
36:40 - The charts
46:00 - Sign out

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Ice Prince's Fire and Ice review

Global Village — Mon, 20 May 2024 06:41:05 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop, discuss Tems' EP 'For Broken Ears' getting historic RIAA certification, Ice Prince Fire and Ice album,BET 2024 Awards nominations. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
02:25 - Tems Ticket
07:45 - Tems' EP 'For Broken Ears' gets historic RIAA certification
09:20 - Ayra Starr, Seyi Vibez, Burna Boy, Asake and Tems Score Nominations at 2024 BET Awards
11:40 - New Songs
Billions by Sarz and Lojay
Tshwala Bam Remix by Titom, Yuppe, S.N.E and Burna
Wap by Minz and Davido
Vibration by Magixx and Jeriq
Palava by Johnny Drille
20:55 - New Album
Fire and Ice by Ice Prince
31:00 - The Charts
33:30 - Eliminate
40:40 - Sign out

Afrobeats Slow Start To 2024, Should Fans Be Worried?

Global Village — Mon, 13 May 2024 05:39:14 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the lack of hits or breakout artists in Afrobeats this year. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
04:10 - Tems announces release date for her debut album 'Born In The Wild'/Tour
05:40 - Nigerian artists earned over #25b in Spotify royalties in 2023
08:20 - No hit songs/no breakout artist
Are Afrobeats artists outpricing themselves?
Is it a cause for concern? Or we’re just panicking for nothing. What do you think?
16:57 - New Songs
Stubborn by Victony and Asake
Bad Vibes by Ayra Starr and Seyi Vibez
Love Garden by BOJ and Adekunle Gold
Brag by Sarkodie
24:25 - New Albums
Water and Garri Soundtrack by Tiwa Savage
27:45 - The Charts
29:20 - The Five
40:10 - Sign out

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Afrobeats Big 3

Global Village — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 06:12:02 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Afrobeats Big 3. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:10 - Catch Up
03:24 - Rotimi the first artist to popularize Afrobeats in the United States?
05:40 - D'banj announces new single titled 'Since 04' to mark 20 years on stage
10:52 - Afrobeats Big 3
17:30 - New Songs

Love Me Jeje by Tems
Rodo by Adekunle Gold
Untitled by Ice Prince, Psycho YP and Odumodu
Lovesick by Paybac and Monki Bznzz

28:30 - The Charts
36:00 - Sign out

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Ruger, Bnxn’s RnB’s Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:14:23 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss the highly anticipated Ruger and Bnxn’s ‘RnB’ Album Review. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
01:42 - Catch up
03:13 - Tems Coachella performance plus trailer for her upcoming album 'Born in the Wild'
07:55 - Burna Boy makes Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2024 list
10:40 - Davido launches Nine+ Records with UnitedMasters
12:50 - Ruger, Bnxn’s RnB’s Album Review
17:50 - New Songs

Wahala by Ckay and Olamide
Technician by Blaqbonez and Odumodu
Heard Start by Bloody Civilian
Hallelujah by Ladipoe, Rozz and Morello
Unruly by Rumani
Small Money by Nasboi
Adenuga by Joeboy and Qing Madi

25:13 - The Charts
28:10 - Eliminate
35:10 - Sign out

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Shallipopi’s Shakespopi Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 11:28:16 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Shallipopi’s Shakespopi album, Young Jonn’s debut album Jiggy Forever and Ruger’s vs his former label. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, as well as all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:42 - Asake Concert
08:15 - Fan mails
25:30 - Ruger fires shots at Jonzing World
27:00 - Wizkid, Tems, Oxlade make Spotify's 100 greatest R&B songs
29:00 - Shallipopi’s Shakespopi Review
35:00 - Young Jonn’s Jiggy Forever Review
39:50 - New Songs
Poe by Ruger and Buju
Ekelebe by Stoneboy ft Odumodu
Hmmm by Chris Brown ft Davido
Taya by Dbanj, Zlatan, timaya, Specikinging, Bahdboi Oml, Kayswitch
Another Day by Llona
No Worries by Moelogo
45:40 - Eliminate
48:00 - Sign out

Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter: Lessons for Afrobeats Artists on Genre Exploration

Global Village — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 08:33:36 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter and Lessons for Afrobeats Artists on Genre Exploration. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
04:55 - Burna Boy makes history as 'I Told Them' surpasses 400 million streams
05:55 - 'Love Nwantiti' extends its record as highest RIAA certified Nigerian song
07:30 - Fan mail
23:20 - New Songs
Psalm 23 by Spinall and Teni
Casanova by Bayanni
4 Days by Magixx
Shutdown by Spyro and Phyno
Love Practitioner by Anedlessocean

32:05 - The Five
36:27 - The Charts
37:18 - Eliminate
41:00 - Sign out

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Tyla’s ‘Tyla’ Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:48:33 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Tyla’s album review. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:50 - Catch up
10:30 - IFPI Global Top 10 Single Chart 2023
13:57 - Tyla album review
23:00 - New Songs
Loner by Wizard Chan and Joe Boy
Level by Niniola
Ogbuefi by Creen Ceaser
Delilah by Joshua Baraka, Simi and Qing Madi
28:07 - The Charts
30:07 - My Fives
35:24 - Eliminate
41:35 - Sign out

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Wizkid vs. Afrobeats: What It Means for the Afrobeats Genre

Global Village — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:16:43 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Wizkid’s statements about not being an afrobeats artist. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:25 - Catch up
05:40 - Burna Boy, Ayra Starr & More Set To Perform At Glastonbury Festival
09:00 - Davido's 'Fall' earns diamond certification in France
10:10 - Wizkid vs. Afrobeats: What It Means for the Afrobeats Genre
24:55 - New Music
100 million Odumodu ft Tiwa Savage
Go Low by Pheelz
Liar by Justin Timberlake ft Fireboy
Loner by Bella Shmurda
Breeze by Ikechukwu
30:00 - New Albums
OG Unkle. Kilz by Ikechukwu
35:45 - The Charts
37:50 - Olamide Album Face-Off
43:24 - Sign out

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Universal Music’s Majority Stake in Mavin Global and the Future of Afrobeats

Global Village — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 07:49:46 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Universal Music Group acquiring a majority stake in Mavin Global. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
05:31 - News 1: Asake surpasses 1 billion Spotify streams across all credits
News 2: Universal Music Group acquires majority stake in Mavin Global
16:52 - New music
26:15 - The Charts
27:40 - Eliminate
38:58 - Sign out

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Unravelling the Eedris Abdulkareem vs. Tony Tetuila & Eddy Remedy Controversy

Global Village — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 10:20:55 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Eedris Abdulkareem vs The Remedies controversy, Omah Lay’s London concert. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week, and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
03:00 -
Burna boy concert POV
Omah Lay concert bants
09:09 - Unravelling the Eedris Abdulkareem vs. Tony Tetuila & Eddy Remedy Controversy
19:00 - New Songs
29:30 - Charts
31:07 - My Five
35:00 - New Albums
Sideh Kai by Ill Bliss

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YKB Yusful Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 06:46:51 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop review YKB Yusful 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 - Introduction
07:59 - Wizkid's 'Essence' is now 4X platinum in the United States
08:44 - Omah Lay's 'Soso' is the most-heard song on radio in Nigeria in 2023
09:26 - Top 10 most-played artists on Nigerian radio stations in 2023
11:12 - New songs
23:07 - The Charts
24:00 - My Five
28:40 - Elininate
33:23 - Sign out

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Tyla Wins Best African Music Performance category: 2024 Grammy Awards Review

Global Village — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 01:09:35 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop Tyla’s Win at the 2024 Grammy Awards. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Catch Up
04:47 - Fan mail
11:32 - Jonzing World unveils new signee Glorious Boy
15:37 - Headies Awards returns to Nigeria after two international editions
18:09 - Grammy Awards
23:10 - New Music
Coming Home by Usher ft Burna
Everything by Victony
Okay by Magixx
Zero by Black Sheriff and Mabel
New Albums
Olori (The EP) by Logos Olori

35:30 - The Charts
44:46 - Sign out

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Jeriq and Psycho YP’s Evil Twin album review

Global Village — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 12:55:57 +0100

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.

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Chocolate City Cypher (Blaqbonez, A-Q, Loose Kaynon, Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, MI Abaga) review

Global Village — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 08:12:56 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:20 - Catch up
04:30 - Chocolate City Cypher
11:14 - New Songs
Only Me by Asake
If They Are Real by Vector and Bella Shmurda
Just Like Me by 21 Savage and Burna Boy
Jeezu by Adekunle Gold, Doja and Kodack
Sacred Love by Yemi Alade

20:45 - New Albums
Sound Man Vol2 by Wizkid
23:40 - Spotlight of the week
24:40 - Charts
31:40 - Eliminate
38:00 - Sign out

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Afrobeats Weekly: Artist Of The year 2023, Album Of The Year, Song Of The Year

Global Village — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:23:58 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
03:45 - Album of the year
07:15 - Artist of The Year
12:39 - Song of the Year
Rookie of the Year
Mvp of the Year
17:10 - New Music
23:15 - New Projects
28:45 - Charts
30:15 - Projects reviewed this year
38:36 - Sign out

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Your Year in Music 2023: Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay Trends

Global Village — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:05:15 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
04:15 - Individual Apple Replays
Top Artists
Top Songs
Top Albums
19:10 - Apple Music Top 10
20:40 - Spotify Top 10 Songs
24:45 - Spotify Most Streamed Albums in Nigeria
29:40 - New Songs

Woke by Ice Prince
Fruit by Masterkraft, Joeboy and Majeed
Ride and Sing by Moelogo ft Joeboy
High Tension by Gdzilla

New Albums
Eziokwu (Uncut) by Odumodu
Pheelz Good by Pheelz
Point of View EP - Moelogo

41:40 - The Charts
43:25 - Sign out

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Teni's Tears From The Sun Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:24:15 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:42 - Catch up
02:35 - Smadah ehhhh copyright infringement
06:15 - Rema becomes first African artist to receive Spotify’s Billion Club Plaque
07:50 - Tyla's new record
11:24 - New Songs

Ohema by Victony and company
10 bottles by Zlatan
Arizona by Lojay and Olamide
Boboshotta by Busta ft Burna

18:00 - New Albums

Tears Of The Sun by Teni
Poisn EP by Lifesize Teddy
Cincinnati Pumpin by Santi

26:40 - The Charts
29:58 - The Five
36:17 - Eliminate
39:35 - Sign out

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Burna, Davido, Asake, Olamide, Ayra Starr earn Grammy 2024 nominations

Global Village — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 06:12:09 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Catch up
02:10 Gracey Mae's tweet about Tiwa Savage, Adekunle Gold and Kizz Daniel rescheduled shows
15:50 - Asake makes history as 'Lonely At The Top' reaches 100 million Audiomack stream
17:10 - Grammy Nominations
Best African Music Performance
Asake & Olamide - Amapiano
Ayra Starr - Rush
Burna Boy - City Boys
Davido Featuring Musa Keys - Unavailable
Tyla - Water

Best Melodic Rap Performance
Burna Boy Featuring 21 Savage - Sittin’ on Top of the World
Doja Cat - Attention
Drake & 21 Savage - Spin Bout U
Lil Durk Featuring J. Cole - All My Life
SZA - Low

Best Global Music Performance
Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily - Shadow Forces
Burna Boy - Alone
Davido - 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 - Pashto

Best Global Music Album
Susana Baca- Epifanías
Bokanté - History
Burna Boy - I Told Them…
Davido - Timeless
Shakti - This Moment

26:15 - New Music
Holy Ghost Fire by Omah Lay
Oh My by Fireboy
Do It Right by Teeto Ceemos, Simi and Rukus
29:44 - New Albums
Presido La Pluto by Shallipopi
Anger Management by Bloody Civilian
39:40 - Spotlight of the week
41:30 - The Charts
43:00 - Sign out

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Afronation Lagos 2023 Cancellation: What Went Wrong

Global Village — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 08:20:36 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:45 - Catch up
04:44 - 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 2023
09:44 - Afro Nation cancels December concert in Nigeria
21:38 - New Songs

Only God Can Save Me by Jobeboy
Sweet Life by BOJ and Ajebutter
Malaika by Teni
Apala Disco by DJ Tunez and Terry Apala

New Albums
Ravi by Morravey

32:10 - Spotlight of the week
33:20 - The Charts
36:50 - The Five
42:25 - Sign out

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Rema’s Ravage And Blaqbonez’ Emeka Must Shine Album Reviews

Global Village — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:36:22 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Catch up
03:40 - Blackface's Interview
07:57 - Burna Boy's 'Love, Damini' becomes most certified album in Nigeria
09:30 - New Albums
Rema’s Ravage EP
Blaqbonez’ Emeka Must Shine
Reminisce’s ATSG
37:50 - The Chart
41:40 - The Five
46:46 - Sign out

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Shallipopi's Plutomania Records: Right on time or too early

Global Village — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 06:36:57 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Catch up
06:43 - Flytime Fest announces 2023 Afrobeats lineup
07:28 - Tiwa Savage postpones concert dates due to health concerns
08:15 - Shallipopi announces his label Plutomania Records, unveils 2 new artists
14:36 - New Songs
Sensational by Chris Brown, Davido and Lojay
Bad Till Eternity by Blaq and Zlatan
CBN by Skiibi, Seyi Vibez, Teni, Mayorkun, Reekado
Puff and Pass Remix by Zerrydll and Shalipopid
Yolo by Kaestyle and Leriq

22:36 - New Albums
Love For Free EP by Mayorkun
Chocolate Daddy by Orezi
Feels Like Home Vol 1 by Seyi Shay

30:46 - Spotlight of the week
33:00 - Charts
34:13 - The Five
42:50 - Sign out

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The Shallipopi Rapper Debate

Global Village — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 06:42:10 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:22 - Catch up
04:47 - Fan mail 1
06:46 - Fan mail 2
10:41 - Asake's 'Lonely At The Top' becomes all time longest #1 song in Nigeria
12:26 - Shallipopi
19:12 - New Songs
Oscroh by Shallipopi
All My Life by Durk, Cole and Burna
Pretty Girl by Ice Spice and Rema
This Year Blessings rmx by Victor Thompson and Gunna
Lowkey by Mayorkun
Mumu by Dj Neptune and Joeboy
Fefe Ne Fe by Mr Eazi
Ngozi by Ric Hassani

29:49 - Spotlight of the week
30:20 - The Charts
32:00 - The Five
40:30 - Eliminate
44:45 - Sign out

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Odumodublvck's 'Eziokwu' and Bnxn's 'Sincerely, Benson' Albums Reviews

Global Village — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 05:30:49 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch Up
02:37 - Davido Feel video
04:40 - Asake Remember video
09:30 - Davido confirms a star-studded lineup for A.W.A.Y Festival 2023 in the US
10:15 - New Songs & Albums
New Songs
Me & U by Tems
Per Sermon by Dope Caeser, Fave and Ajebo Hustlers
My Brother by Bella Shmurda
Komiyo by Niniola
11:55 - Drake
16:27 - Bnxn's 'Sincerely, Benson'
21:50 - Odumodublvck's 'Eziokwu'
30:25 - Spotlight of the week
Kold Af and BGRZ
32:57 - Charts
34:40 - The 5
37:30 - Eliminate
42:32 - Sign out

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Burna Boy Takes the Top Spot as Apple Music's Most-Streamed Nigerian Artist Ever

Global Village — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 07:37:47 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:55 - Catch up
05:21 - 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 concert
12:48 - Apple Music reveals the 5 biggest Nigerian artists of all time
18:50 - 5 of the biggest breakthrough Nigerian artists on Apple
22:07 - 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 Odumodu
27:31 - New Albums
West African Goat Deluxe by Paybac
30:06 - Spotlight of the week
31:19 - The Charts
32:48 - The Five
40:03 - Eliminate
45:25 - Sign out

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In Memory Of Mohbad

Global Village — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 08:41:47 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
03:20 - Fan mail 1
05:28 - Fan mail 2
14:05 - The music world pays tribute to MohBad
17:21 - New Songs & Albums
New Songs
Forever by Khaid
Gbedu by Vector
MIDF by Victor AD
50 Years Freestyle by M.anifest

New Albums
Pan African Rockstar by LAdy Donl

26:17 - Afrobeats Charts
29:36 - The Five
36:12 - Eliminate
43:04 - Sign out

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Navigating Record Deals

Global Village — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:34:56 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:20 - Fan mail
03:20 - Response to the fan mail
07:17 - Mohbad Dead at 27
10:01 - Rema's 'Calm Down' wins Best Afrobeats at 2023 VMAs
10:29 - Tems makes Times 100 Next list
11:35 - Navigating Record Deals
21:21 - 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 Juls
30:13 - Spotlight of the week
30:50 - Afrobeats Charts
31:52 - The Five
36:31 - Eliminate 8
39:58 - Sign out

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A Review Of The 2023 16th Headies Awards

Global Village — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:30:32 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:07 - Fan mail
03:35 - Response to the fan mail
06:23 - 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 5
10:09 - Rema’s Calm Down becomes the 1st African Song to Hit A Billion Streams
10:55 - Headies Review - Production
The Winners
The Good/The Bad
15:50 - New Songs
Sweet Tea by Buju
Unleash by Poco Lee ft Kizz Daniel
So Bad by Boy Spyce
Yo Fam by Sarz, Crayon & Skrillex
22:16 - New Albums
World Best by Patoranking
27:37 - Spotlight of the week
28:11 - The Chart
30:17 - The Five
37:15 - Sign out

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Ruger’s RU To The World Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:07:38 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:18 - Catch up
05:22 - Burna review final thoughts
07:01 - Burna Vulture Article
10:00 - D'Prince's Jonzing World signs new artist Gdzilla
11:22 - Rema makes history after spending 1 year atop the Billboard Afrobeats chart
11:57 - Burna Boy makes history as first African with UK Number 1 and he’s now Sittin’ On Top of the World
17:08 - New Songs & Albums
Lanke by Teni
Jelo by Pheelz and Young Jonn
Spending by Johnny Drille
Do I by Phyno
Advice by Mr Eazi
25:30 - New Albums
RU To The World by Ruger
The More The Better by Tekno
32:24 - Spotlight of The Week
9t9
EP - Lose CTRL
34:30 - Afrobeats Charts
36:19 - The Five
YBNL Tree members
41:35 - 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 Giant
48:25 - Sign out

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Burna Boy's 'I Told Them' Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:50:15 +0100

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 rounds

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:03 - Catch up
11:20 - Burna Boy's statement on Afrobeats having no substance
19:00 - Burna Boy's 'I Told Them' review
27:06 - Sign out

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Season one finale

Global Village — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 07:32:26 +0100

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

The 2023 Headies Nominations Review

Global Village — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:48:50 +0100

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.

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2023 Mid-Year Afrobeats Review: Top Songs and Albums

Global Village — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 07:30:17 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Catch up
09:44 - Tiwa Savage set to be the first female Afrobeats artist to headline Wembley Arena
10:40 - Rema hits 2 billion career streams on Spotify
11:40 - 2023 Mid-Year Afrobeats Review
22:30 - New Songs
Location by Wurld & Sarz
Best Part by Johnny Drille
Feeling Funny by Lil Kesh & Young John
For You by Spyro, Iyana & Diamond Platinum
Ex Convict by Shallipopi
Bezos and Like Ice Spice by Blaqbonez
29:00 - Afrobeats Charts
30:00 - The Five
Top 5 Under the radar songs for 1st Half of the Year
Time Heals by Dotty
Woman by Iyanya
Gateway Drug by Rukmani
Talented by Paybac
Ova by Lojay
40:45 - Sign out

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Does Controversy Hurt An Artist's Brand?

Global Village — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 07:22:20 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
06:20 - Fan mail
07:35 - Response
09:57 - News making the rounds
Seyi Vibez announces free show for Ikorodu fans
11:20 - 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 Mohbad
31:29 - Spotlight of the week
32:10 - The Charts
33:40 - The Five
38:29 - Eliminate - Tekno
41:30 - Sign out

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Asake’s Work Of Art Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 10:43:46 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Catch up
03:30 - Grammy Awards add Best African Music Performance category
06:30 - Rema's 'Calm Down' extends record on Billboard Hot 100 as it enters top 3
08:35 - 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 week
36:40 - Chart of the week
38:15 - The Five
45:20 - Eliminate 8
50:30 - Sign out

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Seyi Vibez' Vibez Till Thy Kingdom Come Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 07:38:54 +0100

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.

Seyi Vibez vs Zinoleesky: Bad PR?

Global Village — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:39:01 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Fan mail 1
03:11 - Response to the fan mail
04:55 - Fan mail 2
05:50 - Response to the fan mail
06:08 - Olamide announces date for new album
07:00 - Rema's 'Calm Down' reaches new peak on Billboard Hot 100
09:43 - Seyi Vibez vs Zinoleesky
14:43 - New songs
25:30 - New abums
31:31 - Spotlight of the week
32:40 - The charts
34:00 - The Five
37:00 - Top 5 beefs
40:30 - Eliminate 8 - Seyi Vibez vs Zino edition
43:50 - Sign out

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

Global Village — Mon, 29 May 2023 04:49:05 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:50 - Catch up
04:50 - Submission begins for the 2023 Headies Awards
06:40 - Asake announces release date for second album
07:32 - Seyi Vibez announces date for 2023 London O2 show
10:30 - Lil Durk’s ‘All My Life’, The charts and the importance of originality in afrobeats
HipHop culture's influence on Afrobeats
Why ‘American’ rap is popular and not Nigerian
What can Nigerian rappers do to gain success
17:50 - New Songs
Amapiano by Asake and Olamide
My Moto by Timaya
Sunflawa by Cheque and Crayon
Bad Persin by Erigga
Tio Tequila (3pac Ep) by Adekunle Gold
25:35 - New Album
33:20 - Spotlight Of The Week
34:00 - Charts
35:35 - The Five Segment
41:18 - Eliminate Segment
47:15 - Sign out

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Wande Coal’s Legend or No Legend Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 22 May 2023 08:03:09 +0100

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 - Introduction
02:25 - Davido extends his partnership with Sony Music
03:11 - Tems sets new record on Billboard's R&B/Hip Hop Airplay Chart
05:45 - Wande Coal’s Legend or No Legend Album Review
14:40 - Body and Soul by Joeboy
18:40 - New Songs
Ovami by Oxlade and Flavor
Fever by Soundz and Fave
Elon Musk Remix by Shallipopi and Zlatan
Gone Back by Raybekah
NSV - Bella Smurda & Tiwa Savage
24:20 - Spotlight of the week
- Boy Mx - Love vs Lust
24:07 - 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 John
33:30 - Eliminate 8
Wande Coal Mushin To Mo Hits
37:40 - Sign out

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Odumodublvck and the importance of building a fanbase

Global Village — Mon, 15 May 2023 11:45:55 +0100

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 - Introduction

04:19 - Simi Set To Go On Tour With Alicia Keys

06:28 - 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 Odumodu

31:30 - Spotlight of the week

33:00 - Charts

35:00 - The Five - Odumodublvck Edition

42:19 - Eliminate

48:10 - Sign out

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Origin of Afrobeats in the US

Global Village — Mon, 08 May 2023 07:52:23 +0100

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 - Introduction
04:20 - Fan mail
05:35 - 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 concert
Wande Coal Releases Tracklist For New Album, To Feature T-Pain, Wizkid, Others
11:15 - Origin Of Afrobeats in the US
16:50 - New Songs & Albums
New Songs
Someone by Fireboy
Hallelujah by Ckay and Blaqbonez
Co-Star by Amaarae
Madam de Madam by Yaba Buluku Boyz and Falz
Penny by Kwesi Arthur
Terminator by King Promise
New Albums
God’s Engineering 2
27:53 - Spotlight of The Week
Name: Jeffrey Benson
29:54 - Afrobeats Charts
31:44 - The five
37:29 - Eliminate 8 - Mr Eazi Edition
42:00 - Sign out

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Interlude

Global Village — Mon, 01 May 2023 08:55:49 +0100

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 mails
See you next week.

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The 9ice vs Flavour Debate

Global Village — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 06:57:18 +0100

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 - Introduction
02:30 - Fan mail 1
03:16 - Response to the fan mail
06:11 - 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 100
10:40 - 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 Hassani
25:27 - New Albums
- No Bad Vibes by L.A.X
- Ultralight by Sute
32:04 - Spotlight of The Week : Rukmani
33:32 - 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
- P2J
42:07 - Eliminate section: 9ice edition
45:54 - Sign out

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Party No Dey Stop Video: Hit or Miss

Global Village — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 08:39:20 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

0:00 - Introduction

4:00 - Mr Eazi announces a new group, Choplife Soundsystem

4:54 - Who’s You Guy tops most searched songs in Nigeria in Q1 2023 List

7:04 - Burna Boy shuts down Coachella.

8:50 - Trending topic of the week; Party No Day Stop music video

14:20 - 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 Mannywellz

21:40 - The Amexin Ep by DJ Tunez and Amexin

23:25 - 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 Lojay

30:10 - Top 5 features Q1

•Ladipoe on Soft life

•Skibii on Abracadabra

•Fave on Kante

•Ayra star on Stamina

•Tiwa on Who’s your Guy

33:04 - Eliminate section (Ayra Starr Edition)

•Love Dont Cost A Dime (Magixxx) vs Options (LAX)

•People (Libianca) vs Ogogoro (Dreamville)

•2 Sugar (Wizkid) vs Come Close (cKay)

•Stamina vs Disturbing U (Darkoo)

38:40 - Sign out

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Do Album Reviews Matter?

Global Village — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:37:59 +0100

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 - Introduction

04:09 - Fan mail 1

04:45 - Response to the fan mail

05:18 - Fan mail 2

05:49 - Response to the fan mail

06:27 - Davido’s ‘Timeless’ shatters multiple Nigerian streaming records

07:20 - Wande coal pushes back his album

08:26 - 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 Asake

15:35 - Duffel Bag by Joeboy

16:46 - Disturbing You by Darkoo and Ayra Starr

19:24 - 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

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Davido’s Timeless Album Review

Global Village — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 07:46:13 +0100

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 - Introduction
02:28 - Davido signs two new artists to DMW
03:34 - Davido hints at a possible collaboration with Wizkid
05:40 - 'Timeless' album review - Track by track
29:04 - Tunde's rating
30:11 - Sho's rating
32:47 - Spotlight of the week
33:29 - Chart
35:08 - Top 5 underrated songs by Davido
38:10 - Eliminate - Davido features edition
43:22 - Sign out

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What happened to the Nigerian Alte scene?

Global Village — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 08:47:37 +0100

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 - Introduction
01:07 - What happened to the Alte community?
02:45 - Fan mail
07:48 - Davido's announcement
08:48 - Wande Coal's album postponement
09:37 - Rema makes history with Calm Down remix
10:55 - Fresh L
19:30 - New music
27:30 - Spotlight of the week
28:04 - The charts this week
29:37 -Top 5 Alte artist
37:47 - Eliminate : Davido - The Genesis of O.B.O
44:00 - Sign out

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Ayra Starr, Tems, Tiwa Savage and women in Afrobeats

Global Village — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 06:41:30 +0100

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.

OUTLINE

0:00 - Introduction
02:36 - Burna boy's performance announcement by UCL
03:12 - Def Jam announces the signing of Adekunle Gold
04:36 - Why is Def Jam signing Adekunle Gold now?
05:46 - Reminisce's track list
06:41 - Tems' outfit at the Oscars
08:18 - Women in Afrobeats
08:50 - AOT2's list of 15 great female singers of all time
10:29 - Sho's take on Tiwa Savage and the women in Afrobeats
16:23 - New music this week
20:48 - Turntable charts
22:14 - Top 5 female artists to watch out for
24:25 - Sho's top 5 female vocalist
27:05 - Elimination section - Tiwa Savage's edition
30:34 - Sign out

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Team Radio or Team Streaming?

Global Village — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 06:50:01 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 10:45:34 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 06:44:33 +0100

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 week

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The Impact of Music Videos in Afrobeats

Global Village — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 06:55:57 +0100

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 week

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Asake vs Seyi Vibez

Global Village — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 06:44:31 +0100

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 week

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Burna Boy’s Outside 5th Anniversary Review

Global Village — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 07:28:51 +0100

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.

Wizkid and Davido tour: What it means for Afrobeats

Global Village — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:43:37 +0100

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.

2023: The Biggest Year For Afrobeats?

Global Village — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 10:34:21 +0100

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.

The Year In Afrobeats 2022

Global Village — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 08:14:58 +0100

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.

Runtown is back, Oxlade goes global

Global Village — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 07:13:21 +0100

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.

The Afrobeats and Hip-Hop Debate

Global Village — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 07:22:03 +0100

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his guest host, Showontstop discuss the
ongoing 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 music

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Ayra Starr breaks record, Kizz Daniel goes global.

Global Village — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 09:44:07 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 07:26:37 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:33:40 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:27:11 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 23:58:00 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 07:55:36 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 08:05:08 +0100

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.

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Black Sheriff’s Debut Album, The Diaspora Market

Global Village — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:11:35 +0100

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.

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Show Dem Camp's Palmwine Music, Grammy Afrobeats

Global Village — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 13:15:58 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:35:08 +0100

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

Global Village — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:36:48 +0100

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.

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

Global Village — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:36:48 +0100

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!

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

Global Village — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 05:40:50 +0100

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.

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