ZaylevelOneThousand | Ep. 96

ZaylevelOneThousand | Ep. 96

Author: Emmanuel Owoniyi March 18, 2026 Duration: 3:54:28
Afrobeats To The World Space [ATTW]
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In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we break down the conversation sparked by Omah Lay’s recent remarks about Afrobeats being largely rooted in Yoruba culture and centered in Lagos, unpacking what he meant, why it stirred debate, and how history, industry structure, and regional influence all shape the sound’s global identity.

We also dive into Crayon’s Twitter crash out and the rumors surrounding his reported exit from Mavin Records, exploring what this could mean for artist label relationships in today’s Afrobeats ecosystem.

Finally, we present a forward looking theory on what the next evolution of Afrobeats could look like, drawing a parallel to the disruptive Opium wave in hip hop led by acts like Playboi Carti, and asking whether a darker, more experimental subculture could emerge from the underground and reshape the genre.


00:00:00 - Intro 

00:00:22 - Turntable Charts TOP 10 

00:09:00 - Omah Lay “Afrobeats is Lagos and Yoruba ”

00:33:08 - Artists are told to include Yoruba Lamba 

00:45:07 - Artists should provide nuanced takes

00:56:20 - There is an advantage to being in Lagos and being Yoruba 

01:44:36 - Spotify paid over 60 billion Naira to artists in 2025 

02:09:41 - Crayon calls out Former label Mavin Records 

02:34:52 - Crayon is successful

02:56:55 - A theory on the next evolution of Afrobeats 

03:18:53 - Mavo represents a specific culture 

03:47:27 - ZayLevel one thousand

03:52:44 - Moral of the day 


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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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