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Adekunle Gold Embraces Nigerian Roots With New Album ‘Fuji’
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has released a new album titled Fuji, a project that celebrates his cultural roots and reintroduces the traditional Fuji sound to a global audience.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The album, released Friday, marks a turning point in the Afropop star’s career. Known for blending Afrobeat, pop, and highlife, Adekunle Gold now dives into Fuji music, a genre born in southwestern Nigeria that combines drums, Yoruba chants, and street-inspired rhythms.
Gold said the project is more than an album; it is a tribute to his heritage. “Fuji is the sound of my childhood. It is the music I grew up listening to on the streets of Lagos. With this album, I want to bring Fuji to the world in a new way,” he said in a statement.
The 15-track album features collaborations with both Nigerian and international artists, including top Fuji performers who helped shape the genre. Listeners can expect a mix of traditional percussion, live instrumentation, and modern production that aims to keep the music fresh while preserving its roots.
Fuji music was pioneered in the 1960s by artists like Sikiru Ayinde Barrister and later popularized by musicians such as Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as K1 De Ultimate. The genre, once linked closely with working-class neighborhoods in Lagos, has long been celebrated as a raw and powerful form of Nigerian music.
By releasing Fuji, Adekunle Gold joins a new wave of Nigerian artists reconnecting with traditional sounds. Afrobeat and Afropop have dominated global charts in recent years, but Fuji has remained largely local. Gold said his goal is to change that.
“I believe Fuji has the same global potential as Afrobeats,” he said. “People already dance to our rhythms without knowing it. This album is my way of exporting Fuji, of making the world pay attention.”
The album’s lead single, released last month, quickly became popular on Nigerian radio and streaming platforms. Fans praised Gold for his bold move to experiment with Fuji while still maintaining the catchy melodies that have defined his career.
Music critics say the album could be an important step in preserving traditional Nigerian sounds for younger generations. “Fuji has always been part of the cultural heartbeat of Nigeria, but it has struggled to find a place in the global music market,” said Lagos-based music analyst Funke Ajayi. “Adekunle Gold’s star power may help introduce the genre to new listeners across Africa, Europe, and America.”
Gold, 38, first rose to fame with his 2015 hit Sade, a highlife-inspired love song. Over the years, he has built a reputation as one of Nigeria’s most versatile performers, known for reinventing his style with every project. His previous albums mixed Afropop, R&B, and dancehall influences, earning him both local and international recognition.
The singer said Fuji is also a personal journey. “I have made different types of music, but I always knew I would come back home to Fuji. It feels like a full circle moment for me,” he said.
The album arrives at a time when Nigerian music is gaining unprecedented global attention. Artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido have topped international charts and performed on some of the world’s biggest stages. Adekunle Gold hopes Fuji will widen the space for traditional genres in that global spotlight.
As fans stream the new release, the artist has also announced plans for a world tour later this year, with stops in Africa, Europe, and North America. He said the concerts will showcase a live Fuji experience, complete with drummers, dancers, and stage designs inspired by Lagos street culture.
Industry experts say the album could inspire other Nigerian stars to revisit traditional sounds. “What Adekunle Gold is doing with Fuji is important,” Ajayi said. “It’s not just about music. It’s about cultural preservation and showing the world that Nigeria’s sound is deep and diverse.”
For Adekunle Gold, the message is clear. “Fuji is ours. It’s Nigeria’s gift to the world. I just want people to hear it, love it, and dance to it,” he said.
With Fuji, Adekunle Gold may have created not only his most personal album yet but also a new path for Nigerian music on the global stage.
Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy has sparked reactions online after sharing a lighthearted explanation about why many modern marriages seem to break down faster than those of previous generations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a video that quickly went viral on social media, the Mavin Records boss used wedding cakes as a humorous analogy to compare past and present relationships.
He noted that in earlier times, couples often used fruit cakes made with alcohol for weddings. According to him, such cakes were durable and could last for long periods—sometimes up to a year—allowing couples to preserve and even share portions during their first wedding anniversary.
He jokingly suggested that this long-lasting nature of traditional cakes symbolically reflected the stability of marriages in the past.
Don Jazzy contrasted this with today’s trend, where many couples opt for butter or ice-cream cakes that require careful storage and spoil more easily.
He humorously implied that the shorter lifespan of these modern cakes mirrors the perceived fragility of some contemporary marriages.
He also pointed out that many modern wedding cakes are often heavily decorated with non-edible materials, with only a small portion actually meant for consumption.
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Don Jazzy Reveals Hidden Challenges Managing Record Label Talent, Highlights Ayra Starr.
Veteran Nigerian music executive Don Jazzy, whose real name is Michael Collins Ajereh, has spoken about the challenges he faces managing Gen Z artists on his record label, particularly singer Ayra Starr.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a recent episode of the Who’s In The House podcast, Don Jazzy explained that one of his main concerns is the reluctance of younger artists to actively promote their music on social media.
He said many of them prefer to maintain a carefully curated online image and are hesitant to frequently post content about their work, even when it involves promoting their own songs.
According to him, this often leads to disagreements within the label, as he encourages them to consistently showcase their projects online to boost visibility and engagement.
Don Jazzy noted that the issue is not limited to his signed artists alone, adding that even family members involved in entertainment face similar conversations with him.
He expressed confusion over what he described as a growing belief among Gen Z creatives that frequent self-promotion is unnecessary, stressing that consistent online visibility is important in today’s music industry.
He specifically mentioned Ayra Starr, saying she sometimes attributes her reluctance to post promotional content to feelings of imposter syndrome, which he believes affects how often she shares her work online.
Popular Afrobeats singer, Davido, has revealed that he would prefer his children to build their careers outside the entertainment industry.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made this known during an interview on The Breakfast Club, where he spoke about his upbringing, family life, and the future he envisions for his children. According to him, he would rather they work in the businesses owned by his father, Deji Adeleke, instead of pursuing a career in entertainment.
Davido explained that his view was shaped by his personal experience while trying to establish himself in music. He recalled a difficult period when his father initially did not support his decision to go into entertainment, a situation that emotionally affected him. He added that his father only came around after realising how determined he was about his music career.
The singer noted that working in his father’s companies would offer his children a more stable and comfortable life compared to the struggles he faced while building his music career.
He also spoke fondly about the relationship between his father and his grandchildren, describing how happy it makes his father whenever they are together during family gatherings. According to him, this experience made him reflect deeply on what truly matters in life.
Despite his preference, Davido said he would not stop his children if they choose to pursue entertainment, adding that he would support them fully. He also revealed that one of his daughters already shows interest in music and performance.
He said: “My kids should go and work with my dad… My dad not wanting me in the entertainment really killed my joy until he saw that I was adamant about doing it. I wouldn’t want to do that to my kids as well.”
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