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Michael Oloyede’s ”Native Brains” Album: A Soulful Journey of Societal Impact and Restoration
Michael Oloyede, the talented and visionary artiste, has released his much-anticipated album titled “Native Brains.” Drawing inspiration from the legendary Fela Kuti and King Sunny Ade, the Lagos-based drummer and singer has crafted a musical masterpiece that delves into life, love, and the pressing social issues of our time. With captivating lyrics, funky horn lines, and an irresistible groove, the album is a true reflection of Michael’s passion for creating music that resonates with listeners and leaves a lasting impact on society.
As the founder and bandleader of Native Brains, an exuberant Afrobeat band. Michael Oloyede has cemented his position as a prominent figure in the vibrant Lagos music scene. Through his artistry as a renowned Nigerian drummer, composer, educator, and producer, he has made an indelible mark on the music landscape.
With a heartfelt commitment to addressing the social challenges faced by his country, Nigeria, Michael aims to awaken and inspire the downtrodden minds of his fellow country folk with songs of hope and love. Over the past two decades, he has become one of the most sought-after touring and recording drummers in Lagos, collaborating with an impressive roster of local and international artists and producers.
Among his notable collaborations are performances and recordings with esteemed names such as Lagbaja, Marcus Miller, Pilani Bubu, Nathaniel Bassey, Cobhams Asuquo, Kaline, ASA, Ayetoro, Wole Oni, Enitan Adaba, SOMI, Omar, Hamish Stewart, Temidayo Balogun, Timothy Ogunbiyi, Perpie, Olamide Timothy, Tosin Aribisala, and many more.
Michael’s musical journey has taken him to prestigious venues and festivals worldwide, including headline shows at the Alliance Francaise, Lagos, as well as appearances at the Muson Music Festival, Lagos Jazz Series, Lagos International Festival, AACW Blues and Jazz Festival in Yellow Springs, Ohio, Leaf Festival in Black Mountain, NC, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, and Festival International de Louisiana in New Orleans, among others.
Beyond his exceptional performance skills, Michael is also a respected educator and author. In 2019, he published the instructional drum book “Afrobeat Drumming: Coordination Exercises and Grooves,” offering a comprehensive system of study for aspiring drummers.
Driven by a passion for empowering the drumming community in Nigeria, Michael founded “Drum Quarters” in 2021, an educational and entertainment channel for drummers. The channel quickly gained traction, amassing over 158,000 views on YouTube within its first year of establishment.
Michael’s dedication to his craft and his country is evident in his educational background, which includes a diploma in Computer Science from Yaba College of Technology, Nigeria, and completion of the MUSON School of Music Performance Diploma program. Additionally, he enriched his musical knowledge by attending the 5-Week Summer Jazz Performance Program at Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, USA.
“Native Brains” is a testament to Michael Oloyede’s artistic brilliance and his unwavering commitment to using music as a tool for societal impact and restoration. This album is set to captivate hearts, spark conversations, and uplift spirits, making a lasting impression on listeners far and wide.
About Michael Oloyede:
Michael Oloyede is a Lagos-based drummer, singer, composer, and producer who draws inspiration from the rich musical heritage of Nigeria. With his band, Native Brains, Michael continues to push the boundaries of his art to create music that resonates with audiences and addresses important social issues. As a renowned musician and educator, he remains dedicated to empowering aspiring drummers through his teachings and contributions to the drumming community. “Native Brains” is his latest musical endeavor, set to leave a lasting impact on society.
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Keltony Returns With New Hit Single “4K OFF YA” Produced by Masterkraft, Hits 40,000+ TikTok Videos in One Week
Rising Afrobeat artist Keltony is back with his highly anticipated new single, “4K OFF YA,” produced by award-winning Nigerian hitmaker Masterkraft and released under Cribs International.
The new single follows Keltony’s debut release under Cribs International, “Come Chop,” which introduced the young artist to a wider audience and marked the beginning of his journey with the label.
With “4K OFF YA,” Keltony takes things a step further with an energetic and infectious record that is already generating major attention across social media and the streets.
Within just five days of its release, “4K OFF YA” generated over 10,000 TikTok videos, and by the end of its first week, the song had surpassed 30,000 TikTok videos, showing the strong organic response the record is receiving from listeners and content creators.
Beyond TikTok, the song is also gaining serious momentum in Sierra Leone, where “4K OFF YA” is increasingly being heard across the streets and social scenes, further expanding Keltony’s growing presence beyond Nigeria.
“4K OFF YA” is built around a catchy concept, energetic Afrobeat production, and Keltony’s confident delivery, with a catchy hook “ You wan kiss, You no wan nack?” The record carries a bold, playful, and unapologetic energy that makes it a natural fit for dance videos, street content, parties, and social media challenges.
Produced by Masterkraft, the song combines infectious rhythms with a memorable hook and Keltony’s distinctive vocal style. The collaboration once again showcases the chemistry between the rising artist and the celebrated producer.
Following the introduction made with “Come Chop,” Keltony is using “4K OFF YA” to establish a stronger identity and connect with an even wider audience. With thousands of TikTok videos already created around the song and its growing street presence in Sierra Leone, the record is steadily building into a major movement.
“4K OFF YA” is now available on all major streaming and digital music platforms.
Stream the song, create your own video, and join the movement.
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Nigerian Afrobeats artist Nino De Brown returns with a new single, “Money,” featuring
Rhapsodic Records artist and producer Sholex Timbo On “Money,”
Nino De Brown takes on one of the most universal subjects in modern life: the desire for financial success and everything that comes with it. Rather than presenting wealth simply as a symbol of luxury, Nino De Brown uses the record to explore the complicated emotions behind wanting money, needing money, and understanding what money cannot provide.
The song immediately establishes its theme with the memorable refrain:
“Money no dey buy happiness, I know am
But still I want am
Money be the root of all evil, I hear am
But still I want am”
Those lines capture the central contradiction of the record. People may understand that money cannot guarantee happiness, peace, love, or fulfillment, yet the desire for financial freedom remains powerful.
Nino De Brown approaches the subject from a deeply relatable perspective, turning everyday ambitions into an infectious Afrobeats record. His melodic delivery gives the song an easygoing quality, while the lyrics carry a more reflective message underneath the rhythm.
“Money” speaks to the realities of wanting to improve one’s circumstances, support loved ones, achieve personal goals, and enjoy the opportunities that financial success can bring. At the same time, the song acknowledges the limits of wealth and the complicated relationship people can have with the pursuit of it.
The record sees Nino De Brown continuing to develop his sound and songwriting around themes that connect with everyday experiences. His ability to package a familiar subject into a catchy and accessible Afrobeats record gives “Money” both immediate appeal and a message listeners can take away from it.
Adding to the record is Sholex Timbo, a newly signed artist and producer under Rhapsodic Records, who contributes as a featured artist and produced the song. His production provides the rhythmic foundation for Nino De Brown’s performance while adding another layer to the collaboration.
Ultimately, “Money” remains a Nino De Brown record at its core an honest, melodic and infectious reflection on ambition, desire and the realities of chasing financial success.
“Money” by Nino De Brown featuring Sholex Timbo is out now on all major streaming platforms.
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Sandra is a gospel singer, songwriter, recording artist, and lawyer by profession.
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