We’re alive, we’re back! On this episode of Hit Shuffle, the boys discuss:
• How we discover new music lately
• Nigerians fixation on comparing Asake & Seyi Vibes
• Seun’s neighbors dog discovered his podcast and the dog couldn’t contain its excitement
• How we shamelessly view profiles (of baddies) and other social media user behaviors
• Finally, we banter briefly on BNXN & Ruger’s artistries.
What we're listening to: More Black Superheroes (WESTSIDE BOOGIE), Gangster Romantic (Lojay), Her Loss (Drake & 21 Savage), More Love Less Ego (Wizkid) & Bad Since '97(BNXN fka Buju).
On this episode, we talk through 2021 Nigerian Music Landscape; Breakout Artists, Artist with monster year runs, some of our favorite albums and Album of the year contenders and more.
We discuss some of the music that defined afrobeat in 2020. We look back at the year, talk about our favorite projects and defining moments in Nigerian music through the year. A really long one, but you know we had to 😀 #music #hitshuffle #podcast
We review all the new music from Rema (01:45), Psycho YP & Azanti (08:25), Amaarae (12:53), Basketmouth (20:45), Buju (26:05), Davido (30:25) & Omah Lay (40:15). Had the Nwa December moment here (25:03). Don't know what it means so don't ask.
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We review all the new music from Olamide (02:00), Burna Boy/#ENDSARS (06:07), Tems (15:56) TOBi (20:25), Wizkid (24:35).
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MUSIC PICKS
- MIRAGE EP by Mannywellz MR. MONEY by Asake
We review releases from Straffitti (0:55), 3rty (03:00), Joey B (07:35), FEM! & No Stress (11:05), COLORS (17:15), Tems (20:40), Olù (24:40), Joyce Olong (27:50) & Amaarae (29:40)
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Music Picks: Dance for Me by Nsikak feat. The Cavemen & Stuck Indoors by Jamal Swiss feat. 3rty
We review all the latest music releases from The Cavemen (1:30), Adekunle Gold (05:00), Tiwa Savage (09:20), Remy Baggins (15:38), Fireboy (19:00), DJ Cuppy (23:20), Jamal Swiss & 3rty (28:35).
We review projects from Burna Boy (0:37), Rvdical the Kid (07:10), Ignis Brothers (12:30), Reminisce (22:30), Terry Apala & Major Bangz (16:52). New single from DJ Tunez just dropped (10:05), we ask a question everyone should answer (33:00), and we took time to sneak in our thoughts on chart topper, W.A.P! (35:10).
In this episode, YJ starts off with a tribute to his deceased friend, shortly after the guys disclose their long-term secret admiration of Adekunle Gold. Damayo is feeling insecure on his new song, and Niniola speaks of an addiction on her new record produced by Sarz. We discuss Wizkid's collab with H.E.R & say a few things on Mr. West's recent episode on Twitter.
Rema's new record, 'Woman' lifts the curtains on today's episode. The Amapiano sound is an emerging sound in Nigeria as South African DJ, Kabza De Small scores a sweet record with Wizkid & Burna Boy on 'Sponono'. We talk 6LACK's new EP & a have a conversation around the new posthumous project by Pop Smoke.
On this impromptu episode, we talk new music from Mr.Eazi, Rema, signaturedidit & Maison 2500. Wani is on a hot streak! Burnaboy & Mayorkun are on two new mega remixes with Master KG & Bad Boy Timz. We also discuss anxiety and the lack of mental health awareness in Nigeria.
Following tragic deaths in Nigeria, we talk about rape culture and ways we can do better as men. Elsewhere, our color connects us to the fight against racism in America. Omah Lay is the newcomer gaining traction in Nigeria and we discuss his debut project and new projects from familiar names: Vector, and producer, Masterkraft, WurlD, Jesse Jagz & Adey. We found a gem in vocalist, TÖME.
Music Picks
- Naya Akanji & Lemar Abdul - Vivid Emotions EP
- Ojay Muzik - Jofunmi
- Hardy Caprio - Short & Sweet
RIP Tina & Uwa #WeAreTired #EndRacism
DRB Lasgidi's new project gets the name it deserves - Pioneers. Producer, Juls is in a Happy Place on his fourth project, and Drake is at hit again on Dark Lane Demo Tapes. We are loving This Sh!T by AYLØ & LMBSKN, Omoge from usual suspects, D-Truce, 3rty & Tylerriddim, Something Different Adekunle Gold. We are excited about debut EPs from Terri (Afro Series) & Mut4y & Elhi (Eu4ria). We discuss our favourite records, debunking a widely pushed BOJ agenda and talk on a whole lot of other things.
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Minz' new record, Quarantino, and Brymo's social media rants are not enough to distract us from our inability to see women in the flesh during the lockdown, however, we go on to touch on new projects from Teni & DJ Neptune, Peruzzi, Guiltybeatz, Ogranya, DAP The Contract & Tory Lanez (bless him for holding it down with Quarantine Radio). It gets better with collaborations between LadiPoe x Simi, Buju x Burna Boy, PscychoYP x DJ Tiz, and producers Higo x HVRRY enlist Buju, Wani & Minz to create two enjoyable songs.
Following the release of Yellow, on this episode, we have an incredible exchange on how much of an impact Brymo has on the Nigerian music scene, how great we think Paybac Iboro's Cult album is and we touch on new and not-so-new music: The Weeknd - After Hours, PARTYNEXTDOOR - PARTYMOBILE, The Black Esper - Mr. Right feat.Teniola, Muyiwa & Bankyondbeatz - Hardguy EP, April Maey - Ticket to Anywhere & Oxlade - Oxygene - EP.
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On the first recording of this two-part series where we'll be discussing new music. We highlight Rema's stellar contribution on Manny Norte's 4 AM (w/6lack & Tion Wayne), and we review the following albums: TMXO - TMX001: Aladeloba - EP, Mo’believe - Big Daddy Mo’, Jay Electronica - A Written Testimony, Don Toliver - Heaven or Hell, Childish Gambino - 3.15.20, Remy Baggins - Sakura, & Ejoya - Class of ‘20, Vol 1.
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On this bonus episode, YJ has a chat with a friend of the podcast, Seyi - rock music & jiu-jitsu enthusiast who's two stripes away from a blue belt - so best you listen up guys. They banter over some of their favorite and worst music of Q1, dropping lots of hot takes about some of your favs. Join in the conversation and share your opinions on Twitter & Instagram!
In this video episode, we discuss Niniola's duet with Femi Kuti and new music from Famous Bobson, Afrogodd, Fasina, Jhene Aiko & 2Baba. Hip-hop legend M.I Abaga releases the Judah EP and 3rty is back with new herbal music. COVID-19 can't stop the party.
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On this episode, Seun shares his experience at Social Media Week Lagos, the torrent of new music being dropped on us and how a rollout plan is important for success in today's music industry. We sneak in some commentary on the trash Nigerian lawmakers.
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