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  • 2019 was the first year in almost a decade that Olamide didn’t drop a project. He chose, instead, to focus his energy on pushing Fireboy DML — the breakout star we first met on the rapper’s 2018 mixtape.

    Now, with Fireboy’s position in the afropop scene solidified, Olamide has come through with a new EP, 999, which, like his last body of work, seems to be less about him and more about the rising stars he’s assembled.

    On the 9-track project, Olamide introduces his fans to a new generation of rap talent, two of which he simply discovered on his Instagram Explore Page (Sosa-E and Jackmillz on the fantastic “Dancing With The Devil”).

    The only other big-name star on 999 is Olamide’s frequent collaborator, Phyno, who is given a chance to flex alongside his gifted new signees, Rhatti and Cheque on the standout “Warlords”.

    The most exciting new discovery, however, is Jayboi, who Olamide met at a hotel in Abeokuta. After freestyling for hours, he earned himself a spot on the EP, and he quickly shows why on the sexually-charged “Mojo”.

    Bolstered by eclectic production work from Pheelz, Cracker Mallo and more, 999 solidly tackles themes around fame (“Rich & Famous”), generational wealth (“Billion Talk) and hustling (“No Time”).

    While a lot of the songs on the EP are really impressive, the track that feels destined to be the biggest is “Wonma”, a radio-friendly banger that allows Olamide to reach his one-hit-every-other-month quota.

    All in all, 999 is a solid and essential project from Olamide — one that serves double duty, both reminding us of his versatility as a rapper and his penchant for putting people on.

    Rating: 7.5/10

  • Valentine’s Day is almost here, and there are only so many things that you could possibly do — from keeping yourself company to tensioning all your single friends with your love. So, we created a quiz that tells you exactly what that stressful day has in store for you.

    Take it to find out:

    #ICYMI: We made a new show named Blind Date in which we sent a bunch of single people on an all-expense-paid date, interviewing them before and after they met. The first episode drops February 14 (Valentine’s Day) on our YouTube channel.

  • There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Crayon — “Kpano”

    Last year, Mavin Records introduced us to two exciting new stars, Rema and Crayon. While Rema ended up getting most of the attention, Crayon still rallied, delivering a solid EP, Cray Cray and one modest hit, “So Fine”.

    Well, the talented up-and-comer seems set to make 2020 his year, and with his fantastic new single, the Ozedikus-produced “Kpano”, we think he is already on the right track to becoming afropop’s next big breakout star.

    While “Kpano” is not as lyrically strong as the songs that populate his EP, it’s probably his most infectious effort. It’d be a real shocker if this party-starter doesn’t end up being one of the year’s biggest hits.

  • While new Nollywood still very rarely includes sex scenes (or even kissing scenes), Yoruba Nollywood has been out here being horny as hell. So, we gathered a few pictures that show just how much they seem to love having and talking about sex.

    1. The only king we recognise.

    2. 3 + 5 = “It’s enough, please”

    3. We stan an adventurous queen.

    4. A successful taste test.

    5. That’d be one hell of a round.

    6. Hian! Can he rest?

    7. No words…

    8. Is this how twins are made?

    9. How considerate…

    10. Her hairy what now?

    11. Postponing the inevitable.

    12. The ultimate rough play.

    13. Very hot indeed.

  • Growing up as a Nigerian, there were very few career options to aspire to, unless you wanted your parents to kick you out. So, we’ve created a quiz that can guess what your younger self hoped to become, whether it was a doctor, a pilot or a lawyer.

    Take and see if we got it right:

  • There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Peruzzi — “Gunshot”

    While undeniably talented, both as a songwriter and a performer, Peruzzi can be pretty hit or miss with his releases. Thankfully, his latest single, “Gunshot” falls squarely into the ‘hit’ category.

    On the solidly produced track, Peruzzi sings about an attractive woman he’s powerless to resist. Peruzzi has released a few impressive solo tracks since he broke out, but “Gunshot” rises above the rest due to sheer catchiness.

    Wande Coal — “Again”

    At this point in his career, Wande Coal has nothing left to prove. He’s already dropped enough gems to validate his status as one of afropop’s greatest stars, but that hasn’t stopped him from continuing to deliver.

    His newest single, “Again” finds him at the peak of his considerable powers, utilising his standout voice and typically heartwarming lyrics, making this the best thing he has put out in over a year.

    Patoranking — “I’m In Love”

    Patoranking has been one of Nigeria’s most consistent stars since he broke out, dropping at least one defining banger every year. To kick off the new decade, he’s come through with another solid single, “I’m In Love”.

    On the dancehall-influenced track, Patoranking sings about feeling blessed to have found the woman of his dreams. It’s a delightful love song that continues the singer’s seemingly endless streak.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMBPt3Vh2ps&t=92s

  • If you graduated from Covenant University, chances are you still get nightmares about the stressful place. So, as a former student myself, I’ve put together a couple of things that still trigger me, and I’m sure you feel the same way.

    1. The sight of a small white bus.

    Your brain just screams, “BUS 5”.

    2. The video game character, Mario.

    Reminds you of the pocket-sized demon that tortured us.

    3. The word “Caution”.

    You immediately feel the urge to shut up.

    4. People named Muyiwa.

    If your name is Muyiwa, can you even trust yourself?

    5. Filling forms.

    Always triggers memories of filling offence forms.

    6. Biometric devices.

    Our thumbs have suffered.

    7. Audis.

    The only other car we feared as much as Bus 5.

    8. The animated villain, Megamind.

    Reminds you of the other big-headed villain that haunted chapel.

    9. When your device starts “pairing”.

    Ah. I’m not pairing oh.

    10. The word “Papa”.

    Is there a word you hate more?

    11. When someone says “Good news”.

    You already know it never is.

    12. Whenever you see corporate clothes.

    Take that tie away from me.

    13. The entire Ogun state.

    Ogun state reminds you of Ota, which in turn reminds you of CU.

  • Your taste in music can say a lot about you, and this time, it’s going to reveal what you are like in a relationship. So, pick a few of your favourite Nigerian love songs, and we’ll let you know if you’re typically a distant, passionate or unbothered partner.

    Here you go:

  • As crazy as this might sound, there’s actually an Indomie flavour that perfectly aligns with every personality — from the dependable Chicken to the underrated Oriental Fried Noodles. So, we created a quiz that tells you which flavour you are most like.

    Take to find out:

  • There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Naira Marley — “Anywhere” ft. Ms. Banks

    Naira Marley was one of 2019’s most essential stars, thanks to the inescapable hits he flooded our airwaves with. He’s now brought that same energy into 2020, kicking things off with the solid “Anywhere”.

    On this track, we get more of the smooth-talking Naira Marley that stole the show on Davido’s “Sweet In The Middle”. He sings and raps about doing absolutely anything for the woman he loves.

    Gifted UK rapper, Ms. Banks continues her impressive streak of killer features. “Anywhere” is an exciting indicator that Naira Marley intends to show off his range this year, and we can’t wait.