Afronation Lagos 2023 Cancellation: What Went Wrong

Afronation Lagos 2023 Cancellation: What Went Wrong

Author: Global Village November 6, 2023 Duration: 44:28

In this week’s episode of Afrobeats Weekly, Tunde and his co-host, Showontstop discuss Morravey’s debut EP Ravi and more. They also touch on news making the rounds in Afrobeats this week and all the major songs that dropped this week.


OUTLINE

00:00 - Introduction
01:45 - Catch up
04:44 - Rema becomes the first African to perform at the Ballon d'Or ceremony (Is he part of the big 4)
08:05 - Seyi Vibez's 'Billion Dollar Baby' is the longest #1 album of 2023
09:44 - Afro Nation cancels December concert in Nigeria
21:38 -  New Songs

Only God Can Save Me by Jobeboy
Sweet Life by BOJ and Ajebutter
Malaika by Teni 
Apala Disco by DJ Tunez and Terry Apala

New Albums
Ravi by Morravey

32:10 - Spotlight of the week
33:20 - The Charts
36:50 - The Five
42:25 - Sign out

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Each week, the team at Global Village tunes into the vibrant and ever-evolving pulse of African popular music. Afrobeats Weekly digs deeper than just the latest hits, though you'll certainly hear those, too. This podcast is a dedicated space for understanding the movement-the stories behind the songs, the producers shaping the sound from Lagos to London, and the writers crafting the narratives. We explore the significant news and cultural shifts driving the genre forward, offering thoughtful commentary that connects the music to its broader impact. It’s more than a review; it’s a conversation about the artists and industry figures who are defining a global phenomenon. Tune in for a regular dose of insight and appreciation, where the rhythm of the news meets the heart of the creativity. You'll come away with a richer sense of the people and passion fueling Afrobeats, making each episode a fresh look at a sound that continues to captivate the world.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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