Bonus - From Producer to Label Owner: The Story of Shizzi + New Music |Ep. 78

Bonus - From Producer to Label Owner: The Story of Shizzi + New Music |Ep. 78

Author: Emmanuel Owoniyi October 15, 2025 Duration: 2:06:27

On this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Shizzi, the legendary producer behind Davido’s Dami Duro, Wizkid’s Love My Baby, and Fireboy DML’s smash hit Peru. With over 15 years in the game and production credits including international stars like Chris Brown, Shizzi has crafted countless hits that have shaped African and global music. Now, he’s taken the next big step by launching his own label, OBG (Ordained By God), where he proudly introduces his first signed artist, Taylor. Tune in to hear Shizzi’s story from producer to label owner and what’s next for him and OBG.


00:00:00- Shiizi joins the space 

00:01:05 - OBG (Ordained by God)

00:05:59 - Who remembers Ekaete

00:10:44 - The story of Davido’s Dami Duro

00:22:36 - Olamide Who You Epp

00:27:35 - Wande coals influence 

00:31:57 - Fireboy Peru story 

00:47:43 - Shiizi’s endeavors as a Label exec

00:58:05 - Fan questions 

01:23:49 - Shiizi expands on Davido’s Son of Mercy EP

01:28:28 - Lojay Debut Album XOXO

01:05:57 - New music: Peruzzi , Minz, Kunmie, Kashcoming , Mavo etc. 


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Every Monday night, a vibrant community gathers in a digital space to map the explosive journey of Afrobeats. Afrobeats To The World Space [ATTW], hosted by Emmanuel Owoniyi and Belema Iyo, serves as a living archive and a lively town hall for the genre. This isn't a scripted lecture; it's a dynamic conversation recorded live with music professionals, artists, and passionate fans, all contributing their voices to document how this sound conquered the global stage. Tuning in, you’ll hear unfiltered discussions on the industry's inner workings, the cultural impact of specific rhythms and lyrics, and the stories behind the artists shaping the movement. The podcast captures the raw, immediate reactions and insights from the very people driving Afrobeats forward, offering listeners a front-row seat to the ongoing dialogue that fuels the music's prominence. It’s where the genre’s past, present, and future are debated and celebrated in real time, making each episode a unique snapshot of a constantly evolving phenomenon. For anyone curious about the forces and figures propelling African music worldwide, this series provides an essential, community-powered perspective you won't find anywhere else.
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