Joeboy chose 4 PM for his interview and he arrived 20 minutes earlier in a white Mercedes Benz in the company of his managers and a security man. Despite everything about him oozing the class and the glitz of his social status and superstar profile, Joeboy acts like an everyday …
Read More »Rexxie plays at a higher league in ‘Big Time’ [Pulse Album Review]
As a young man in the University, Rexxie delivered a career-defining beats for Slimcase whose “Shaku Shaku” sound swept across Nigeria’s soundscape and ushered in another era of street music, an Era Rexxie would go on to play a prominent role. After making his name as the go to producer …
Read More »‘Gangster Romantic’: A Lover, a Gangster, and everything in-between [Pulse Album Review]
The album release was heralded by 4 singles – ‘Leader’, ‘Canada’, ‘Automatic’, and ‘Moto’ all of which retain his ever-present romantic side torn between falling in love and putting up emotional self-defense. While the singles didn’t spark anticipation mostly due to the over-flogging of his smash hit ‘Monalisa’ and its …
Read More »Top 10 International Afrobeats collaborations [Pulse List]
In ranking the top 10 international Afrobeats collaborations, Pulse Music Desk considered the song’s impact, popularity (domestic & international), and quality. Additionally, only collaborations with non-African artists are eligible for consideration. 10. ‘Beautiful Oyinye’ remix by P-Square feat Rick Ross P-Square’s decision to feature one of the biggest rappers in …
Read More »Sarkodie: Head of the Table [Pulse Interview]
As music in Africa is concerned, Sarkodie has won it all, he has done it all, and he keeps doing it. From releasing his 7th studio album ‘Jamz’ in 2022 which featured a crop of Afrobeats budding superstars to kicking off 2023 with a historic official remix of a Bob …
Read More »2023 Elections: 5 songs you need on an election day as a BATIST [Pulse List] ]
This song speaks to the mettle of the All Progressive Congress presidential candidate who has made a name for himself as a leader in Nigeria’s political scene. As BATIST, this song will remind you of the status of Mr. Tinubu which is probably part of what endeared you to him. …
Read More »2023 Elections: 5 songs you need on an election day as an ATIKULATE [Pulse List]
Known for his affluent and philanthropy, Atiku’s supporters will find delight in this Burna Boy’s record that captures the essence of a man of unlimited means and resources. Atiku Abubakar has been trying to be president since 1993 and he hasn’t given up despite not finding joy in the polls. …
Read More »2023 Elections: 5 songs you need on election day as an OBIDIENT [Pulse Lists]
His supporters are active on social media, vibrant, and devoted to the extreme. As an ‘obidient,’ here are seven songs you should have on your playlist tomorrow. Chief Dr Oliver De Coque – Opportunity ‘Obidients,’ as the underdog, will understand this. It’s a hopeful song. Chief Dr Oliver De Coque’s …
Read More »The impossible task of gatekeeping Afrobeats & possible lessons from Dancehall [Pulse Editor’s Opinion]
One of the issues becoming a bone of contention in Afrobeats’ ascension is the desire for Nigerians and Africans to remain the primary and sole curator of the sound. This means that while foreign global artists like Chris Brown, Drake, Beyonce, and Justin Bieber have given Afrobeats a major lift, …
Read More »‘Top Boy’: Spinall takes his talent to the world stage [Pulse Album Review]
After making a name for himself in Nigeria, Spinall sets his gaze on the international scene as he aims to follow in the footsteps of other international DJs who also double as producers and reliable hitmakers. The hitmaking aspect is a stroll in the park for Spinall who has scored …
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