Independent hip-hop artist Nova has officially returned with his new single, “blvck out,” accompanied by a self-directed official music video filmed at the Toronto Music Garden. Blending smooth, reflective vocals with sharp lyricism over a dreamy, atmospheric beat, the track delivers the classic blog and SoundCloud-era nostalgia built for top-down late-night drives.

As an artist with deep roots connecting Toronto and Lagos, Nigeria, Nova has carved out a distinct lane by combining infectious melodies with deeply personal storytelling. “blvck out” serves as the lead single from his upcoming project of the same name and follows the success of his September EP, Flow State, which quickly surpassed 300,000 streams and generated over $1,000 in direct sales through the artist-first platform EVEN.

Reflecting on his two-year hiatus from releasing music, “blvck out” finds Nova processing his time away, evaluating where he stands in the current hip-hop landscape, and cementing his ambition to claim the top spot.

“Forgive me mama ’cause I know I’m about to black out… Left the game for two years, but I’m back now,” Nova raps over the hypnotic, late-night production.

Evoking the moody atmospheres found in tracks like Kendrick Lamar’s “Money Trees” and Drake’s “Jungle,” the single is tailor-made for premium hip-hop, throwback, and late-night curation playlists.

Complementing the track’s introspective energy, the self-directed music video serves as a heartfelt love letter to Toronto. Shot against the scenic backdrop of the Toronto Music Garden, the visual moves away from standard rap tropes to capture candid moments of love and genuine human connection among couples, families, and friends throughout the city.

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Nova is a Toronto-based independent rapper and singer whose music bridges cultural lines with deep ties to Lagos, Nigeria. Known for direct-to-fan distribution via EVEN and a consistent output of high-performing visual content, Nova continues to build his audience entirely on his own terms.

Nigerian recording artist ODIVI returns after an extended hiatus with 17 18 19 (Jubilee), a new single that explores perseverance, ambition and the pursuit of success.

Blending contemporary Nigerian sounds with reflective verses and an energetic chorus, the track moves from sleepless nights and personal struggles to the celebration of progress. Its recurring “17 18 19 Jubilee” hook captures the determination to push forward and appreciate how far one has come.

The single introduces a new chapter in ODIVI’s artistic journey, pairing introspective songwriting with an upbeat, celebratory sound.

17 18 19 (Jubilee) is out now on digital streaming platforms.

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Nigerian Afrobeats and Afrofusion artist TuNaCious officially releases “DO ME,” transforming a song originally created for the MTN Next Afrobeats Superstar challenge into a standalone record for listeners worldwide.

Nigerian singer, songwriter, and independent artist TuNaCious has officially released his new single, “DO ME,” marking a new chapter in his journey as an artist who believes in taking his music beyond the opportunities that inspire it.

The record was initially created for the MTN Next Afrobeats Superstar challenge. However, rather than allowing the song to remain tied to the competition, TuNaCious decided to recreate the production and develop it into an official release, giving the record a life of its own.

Speaking on the inspiration behind the release, TuNaCious shared that the experience reinforced an important lesson: an opportunity does not always come from being selected, but sometimes from believing in your work enough to keep pushing it forward.

“Sometimes the opportunity isn’t being picked. Sometimes it’s believing in what you’ve created enough to see it through,” he says.

Produced by @Oodun, “DO ME” represents TuNaCious’ commitment to his craft and determination to turn creative ideas into tangible opportunities. The release also highlights the independent artist’s willingness to take ownership of his sound and continue building his catalogue beyond the outcome of a competition.

With “DO ME,” TuNaCious invites listeners to connect with the record on their own terms, as the song moves from a challenge entry to an official release available across major digital streaming platforms.

The single is out now.

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