Following his well-received 2022 project, ‘Compilation 2, emerging artist .H.O.M.A. shares yet another sensuous single, ‘Fashonova’, which sets the tone for his debut EP ‘North Star’.
Produced by American born, Grammy nominated producer Oren Yeol – the luxurious, log drum heavy, afro pop anthem displays H.O.M.A in a steamy encounter with his love interest. Expect more music on the way from this guys…but for now, have a listen to ‘Fashonova’ below…
As promised, here are the top ten albums, which received the most streams/views throughout 2022.
There’s an eclectic mix on this list – so expect some UKG, alt R&B, drill and a little something totally left-field! Enjoy!
If you missed the blog’s Top Ten Music Videos yesterday, not to worry, you can check it out HERE.
10. RESET II – OBSIDIAN CANE
9. HALF EMPTY/HALF FULL – TILLY VALENTINE
8. GREEN ROSES – SAMSON
7. CHRYSALIS – BENNY BIZZIE
6. L.I.F.E: THE CAUSE – J.A.S
5. AUDIOCITY – RAYNE STORM
4. OLÚWAMÁYỌ̀WÁ – OLOYE COLDMAN
3. TREPAC – JUICE CANNON X DICE CANNON
2. CHILL PILL – DIOR ASHE
1. I, THE COLLECTOR – 5TASH
Prolific Nigerian Producer/artist DANIEL BLISS puts together a four track EP ‘Vendetta’, which features Afro fusion artists Inart & Lil 5ive, who played a crucial role in creating a new sound coming out of southern Nigerian. Out now via RawLL, the mini set to further solidify the organic synergy Daniel shares with both artists.
‘Vendetta’ is a testament to how constantly evolving and exciting a producer can develop sonic relationship with an artist or group of artists, and still maintain individuality as well as togetherness whenever needed. The high energy and affirmative rap tape portrays the yearnings of ambitious young Creatives who are conscious of their efforts and sure of the results they expect from it.
Why not check out ‘Vendetta’ below…
Must Listens: O.G (Know Me), Loud
KUTEE LEE‘s brand new single, ‘Southside’ epitomizes his experience in the city of Port Harcourt (Nigeria) and how he relates with his peers and accomplice in the burgeoning creative scene. It serves as a healing balm and a stretched-out arm of camaraderie to his people, highlighting things they have in common but mainly the fact that they’re from the same area – Southside.
Kutee Lee puts up a stellar performance on the intensely melodic rap record, alternating between singing and rapping about his city experiences. Have a listen below…
Olúwamáyọ̀wá by OLOYE “Oluwamayowa” COLDMAN is the reflection of a life saga and true story being depicted in just four tracks, but can be viewed as just a picture in your mind from lines to verses.
It’s a story of how he fractured his wrist whilst playing football and despite being in excruciating pain, he never give up and carried on with a smile.
Olúwamáyọ̀wá aims to inspire each and every soul, reviving the saddened mind and putting a smile of triumph on the faces of people. Have a listen to the inspirational set below…
Must Listens: Sat All Day, Elevation
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