Laughter, Tears and Grace

Laughter, Tears and Grace

Author: The Culture Custodian March 4, 2024 Duration: 54:47

On this episode, Deji, Sharon and Bola review the latest music releases including Skepta and Portable’s “Tony Montana,” Young Jonn, Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez’ “Big Big Things,” Tolani ft Qdot’s “I believe,” BNXN and Ruger’s “Romeo Must Die,” and much more. Following news of Mavin Records' deal with UMG, the team discusses the effect it will have on the industry and end the episode on Fireboy’s new genre ‘Afro-life’ and its viability.


Listen to our earlier episode on the Mavin Records deal, "What The Potential Sale Of Mavin Records Means For Afrobeats" on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.


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Dive into the vibrant and ever-evolving world of contemporary African pop with Afrobeats: With An S. This podcast, curated by The Culture Custodian, moves beyond just playlists and chart positions to offer thoughtful, nuanced commentary on the sounds defining a generation. Each episode is a deep listen, breaking down new releases to uncover the production techniques, lyrical themes, and cultural contexts that make them significant. The discussion also expands to tackle the broader conversations shaping the Afrobeats industry itself-from artistic innovation and global crossover to the business and cultural debates happening behind the scenes. It’s a space for listeners who want to engage more critically with the music they love, hearing fresh perspectives that connect the dots between rhythm, rhyme, and real-world impact. Tune in for a consistently insightful analysis that treats Afrobeats with the depth it deserves, exploring not just how the music sounds, but what it means and where it’s headed next. You can find this podcast on various platforms via Acast.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Afrobeats: With An S
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