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In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we get into the latest TurnTable Charts and album charts, Spotify’s Surround Sound featuring Tems and Runtown, and Young Jonn’s headline concert at the OVO Arena Wembley. We also get into the big conversation around artiste runs in 2026, starting with Blaqbonez, and breaking down the year so far for Victony, Ayra Starr, Asake, BNXN, Fola, Rema, Tems, Mavo, Davido, Wizkid and more. Who has really put together a strong run, who has the music and moments to back it up, and are we even using the right standard to judge an artiste’s year? Watch/Listen to the full episode and let us know who you think is really having a run in 2026. 00:00:00 - Turntable Charts Top 10 + Album Charts 00:09:37 - Revisiting Seyi Vibez Swaguu Album 00:18:08 - Spotify Surround Sound: Tems, Runtown 00:24:15 - Young John OVO Wembley Arena Concert 00:30:23 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Blaqbonez 00:34:41 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Victony 00:52:21 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Johnson IP 00:55:39 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Ayra Starr 01:25:51 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Asake 01:35:07 - Artiste Runs In 2026: BNXN 02:10:01 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Fola 02:12:54 - Trouble With The Standard 02:19:40 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Rema 02:27:26 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Tems 02:35:39 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Mavo 02:59:44 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Davido 03:09:41 - Artiste Runs In 2026: NO 11 03:15:10 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Wizkid 03:27:19 - Artiste Runs In 2026: Moral Of The Day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dive deep into the biggest conversations shaping Afrobeats and Nigerian music right now. We unpack Seyi Vibez’s highly anticipated SWAGUU album, its sound, ambition, Burna Boy’s executive production, and what the project says about Seyi Vibez’s evolution as an artist. We also get into new music from BNXN, Kizz Daniel, Krizbeatz and Young Jonn, discussing the sounds, collaborations and releases currently generating conversation across the scene. The episode then moves into an in-depth conversation with Kaestyle about his debut album Stlish, the journey behind creating it, Burna Boy’s co-sign, the realities of building a career as a young Nigerian artist, and what it took to get the project across the finish line. We also explore why Kaestyle decided to release a deluxe version, his experience with the Headies and his Rookie of the Year nomination. From there, things get more controversial as we tackle the question: Is Afrobeats a CIA psyop? We examine where the conspiracy comes from, the history of African music and Western influence, the global expansion of Afrobeats, and the difference between documented industry relationships and internet speculation. Finally, we get into the ongoing conversation around Rema and Zaylevelten, including why some fans have been demanding a Rema co-sign, the culture of artist-to-artist recognition, and what these expectations reveal about how emerging artists are perceived within Nigeria’s music ecosystem. It’s an episode covering new music, albums, artist development, industry politics, conspiracy theories, awards, mentorship, fandom and the rapidly changing world of Afrobeats. 00:01:13 - Seyi Vibez Album SWAGUU 00:13:42 - New Music: BNXN  00:19:35 - New Music: Kizz Daniel, Krizbeatz, Young John  00:26:45 - Kaestyle Joins The Space  00:44:10 - Answering Fan Questions  00:48:34 - Why Kaestyle Is Making A Deluxe  00:55:31 - What Karstyle Thinks The Headies Nominations 01:17:28 - Is Afrobeats A CIA Psyop 02:03:35 - Rema VS Zaylevelten  02:29:36 - Moral Of The Day  Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we get into a packed conversation covering the biggest stories, debates, and new releases shaping Nigerian music right now. We kick things off with the latest TurnTable Top 10 before diving into Rema’s “OH NO” and our thoughts on the record. From there, we revisit Basketmouth’s Yabasi Deluxe years after the original project, unpack the conversations around the album, and hear the different perspectives , Sewà, Wizard Chan and others defending their positions. We also get into the wave of new music, including Kaestyle’s debut album, Odeal saying he finally wantsto wotrk on his debut album, and fresh releases from FOLA, Zlatan, Bella Shmurda, 6uff. The episode also takes a look at Shoday’s latest visual and its references to Childish Gambino’s “This Is America,” before moving into BNXN’s EP rollout and the bigger question: could we ever see Nigeria’s biggest stars come together on one project? It’s a long one, it’s packed with music, opinions, debates and plenty to unpack, so settle in for a full episode covering what’s happening across Afrobeats and the wider Nigerian music scene. 00:00:00 - Turntable Chart Top 10  00:04:28 - Rema OH NO Review 00:28:49 - Basket Mouth’s Yabasi Deluxe 6yrs Later 00:47:01 - Basket Mouth’s Reply  00:55:58 - Sewà Defends Deluxes  01:08:19 - Wizard Chan Defends Yabasi Deluxe  01:31:01 - New Music: Kaestyle Debut Album  01:32:35 - Odeal’s Debut Album?  01:38:55 - New Music : Fola , Zlatan , Bella Shmurda 01:40:13 - EF Moon’s Motion  02:08:16 - Shoday References This Is America 02:22:09 - New Music : 6uff  02:37:10 - Bnxn EP Roll Out  02:42:44 - Can Bnxn Have The Big 3 On One Project? 02:52:11 - Upcoming Music : Seyi Vibez Swaggu Album  02:59:54 - Moral Of The Day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest conversations happening across African music right now. We kick things off with TurnTable’s Top 10, looking at the artists and songs making waves and what the latest rankings say about the current state of the music scene. We then get into AfroPlus Fest, discussing standout performances from Victony, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, NO11, Uncle Waffles and other African artists who brought their sound and energy to the festival. Next, we recap Asake’s In God We Trust Tour stop in Houston, breaking down the show, the performance, the crowd and the overall experience. We also discuss Asake’s cancelled LA show and the circumstances and conversations surrounding the cancellation. Finally, we spoke about Show Dem Camp’s Afrika Magik Tour. We talk about the show, the group’s growing international audience and an insider’s opinion that they could have taken a bigger risk with the venue. Did Show Dem Camp play it too safe in Toronto, or was choosing a smaller venue the smarter move? 00:00:00 - Turntables Top 10 00:10:06 - Afroplus Fest : Victony, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr & Others 00:19:39 - Asake Cancels LA Show. 00:30:27 - Asake Houston Show Recap. 00:44:25 - Show Dem Camp Toronto Show 01:05:41 - New Music: Omah Lay, Mavo etc Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the 18th Headies Award nominations and what they say about the current state and direction of African music. We discuss whether The Headies is genuinely championing emerging talent or taking advantage of the growing underground music scene, while also examining the awards’ growing relationship with Afro-Canadian artists. Why do Afro-Canadian artistes need The Headies, and what does their inclusion mean for the awards’ influence beyond Nigeria? We also revisit Ycee’s unpleasant experience with The Headies, using his story to unpack some of the controversies and criticisms that have surrounded one of Nigeria’s most prestigious music awards. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. We discuss SirRaheem’s decision to quit music and what his exit says about the realities and challenges facing artists trying to build sustainable careers in the industry. To wrap things up, we get into new music, spotlighting recent releases and artists including Fxrtune, Dante Clyde, Blaqbonez, and more. 00:00:00 - Turntable Chart Top 10  00:05:37 - Turntable Chart Commentary 00:17:42 - The 18th Hearties Award Nominations  00:35:44 - Rookie Of The Year  01:25:57 - Is Headies Using The UG Artistes  01:45:58 - Music Video Of The Year  02:18:21 - Why Afro Canadians Need The Headies 02:39:30 - Ycee’s Unpleasant Experience With Headies 02:53:16 - Next Rated Artiste  03:19:34 - Best Female Artiste  03:22:29 - Beat Male Artiste 03:28:09 - SirRaheem Quits Music  03:31:02 - New Music: Fxrtune, Dante Clyde, Blaqbonez etc. 03:47:03 - Moral Of The Day  Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive deep into Victony’s STARLIFE album, breaking down the standout tracks, production, songwriting, and whether the project lives up to expectations from one of Afrobeats’ most exciting young stars. We also discuss the VMAs removing the Best Afrobeats category, what that decision could mean for Afrobeats’ growing global recognition, and are joined by surprise guest Ycee to get his perspective on the conversation. Then, we hear firsthand from fans who attended Asake’s IGWT Tour stops in Toronto and Chicago. They join the conversation to review and critique the live experience, from Asake’s performance and stage presence to the production, energy, crowd, and overall concert experience. Finally, we recap All Points East, discussing performances from Tems and Ayra Starr, the atmosphere, standout moments, and the continued impact of African artists on major international festival stages. It’s a packed conversation covering Afrobeats, album reviews, live shows, African music, and the biggest conversations happening across the culture right now. 00:00:00 - Turntable Charts Top 10  00:11:22 - Victony Starlife Album Review  01:19:45 - VMAs Removes Afrobeats Category  01:44:01 - Asake Toronto Show Review 01:55:21 - Asake Chicago Show Review 02:09:29 - Ycee Speaks On Streaming With Carter Efe  02:13:49 - All Points East Concert (Ayra,Tems) 02:18:37 - Moral Of The Day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into Ayra Starr’s new album Starrgirl with a full review of the project, breaking down the standout moments, sounds, themes, and our biggest takeaways. We also check in on the TurnTable Chart Top 10, unpack the lyrics and meaning behind “Midnight In New York,” and discuss the ongoing conversation around why some men don’t listen to female artistes. Plus, we spotlight fresh music from Kunmie, Oladapo, and Paxslim, sharing our first impressions and thoughts on their latest releases. 🎧 Enjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to leave us a rating, follow and subscribe to #ATTWSpace, and share this episode with a friend. Your support helps us keep the conversation going! 00:00:00 - Intro  00:01:28 - Turntable Chart Top 10  00:26:45 - Ayra Starr StarrGirl Album Review 01:52:42 - Midnight In New York Breakdown 02:26:50 - Men Don’t Listen to Female Artistes  02:45:32 - New Music : Kunmie, Oladapo  02:57:55 - New Music : Paxslim 03:07:43 - The Misunderstood Theory   03:13:19 - Moral Of The Day  Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we get into the hottest conversations shaping Afrobeats right now. We unpack the Zaylevelten vs Afrobeats Tag debate and what it says about the way Afrobeats is being represented, discussed and defined online. We also run through the TurnTable Chart Top 10, taking a closer look at the artists and songs dominating the Nigerian music landscape right now. Then, we get into one of the biggest stories currently surrounding Nigerian music: the ongoing P-Square family feud. We break down the latest developments in the long-running fallout between Peter and Paul Okoye, as well as the wider dispute involving their elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye. With fresh allegations, public statements, reactions from fellow celebrities and fans increasingly taking sides, the situation has once again become a major talking point across Nigerian pop culture. We discuss where things currently stand, the issues keeping the brothers apart. And, of course, we get into the new music making waves. We talk about Rema’s latest single “TEA”, his first single of 2026, alongside fresh releases from Fireboy DML, Ruger and Llona. It’s charts, culture, controversy, new music and, naturally, plenty of tea. ☕️ 00:00:00 - Intro  00:02:20 - Zaylevelten VS Afrobeats Tag 00:51:35 - P Square’s ongoing feud update  01:59:28 - Turntable Chart Top 10  02:09:13 - New Music : Rema Tea 02:28:35 - New Music : Fireboy DML  02:40:55 - New Music : Ruger  02:53:00 - New Music : Llona  03:01:11 - Moral Of The Day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into the biggest stories shaping the music scene this week! We kick things off with a breakdown of the latest TurnTable Chart Top 10, highlighting who's dominating the charts. We also discuss Tyla's cancellation of her Lagos show, what it means for fans, and the reactions surrounding the announcement., We then also spoke on Davido's sixth studio album, Oriade, exploring expectations and what we took from it. We also review some of the new releases, from Odeal, Moliy, and the collaboration between BNXN and Asake. 00:00:00 - Intro  00:00:55 - Turntable Chart Top 10 00:20:40 - Tyla Cancels Lagos Show  00:55:27 - Bycotting Hypocrisy  01:12:08 - Davido Oriade  02:31:29 - New Music: Odeal 02:44:29 - New Music: Moliy  02:53:09 - New Music : Bnxn, Asake  03:15:32 - Moral Of The Day  Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into Tyla's A Pop Album and discuss whether she's truly ready to headline London's iconic O2 Arena. We also break down the latest TurnTable Top 10 Chart, share our thoughts on Mavo's Business Mixtape, Zaylevelten's B4SAVEME EP, and Taves' Popstar: Side A. Plus, we talk about Asake's M$NEY Spotify Live in London performance and the growing anticipation around Rema's upcoming album title. Tune in for all the latest music news, reviews, and unfiltered conversations from the culture. 00:00:00 - Intro  00:05:35 - Tyla A Pop Album  00:56:47 - Is Tyla O2 Arena Ready? 01:05:42 - Turntable Chart Top 10  01:13:55 - New Music: Mavo Business Mixtape 01:49:33 - New Music : Zaylevelten B4SAVEME EP 01:59:40 - New Music: Taves Popstar Side A 02:15:25 - Asake M$NEY Live In London(Spotify Live) 02:43:32 - Rema’s Album Title?  02:46:19 - Moral Of The Day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into the Turntable Chart for this week and discuss what trends we are seeing as we enter the second half of the year. We also discuss the World Cup Halftime show dissecting our favorite parts and what we didn't like, plus what it was like witnessing Afrobeats star, Burna Boy on the world's biggest stage. We also discuss new music including Ladipoe's "Revival" album finally coming out, Mavo's new single & upcoming project, "Gimme Dat Ting" by Davido and NO11 and the build up to the Davido album, "Ori Ade", plus more including the impact Victony's new single "Slick" is achieving already. 00:00:00 - Top Ten Songs in Nigeria 00:26:50 - World Cup Halftime Recap 01:20:19 - Ladipoe’s Revival Album 01:49:21 - Davido and NO11 ‘Gimme Dat Ting’ 02:15:42 - More New Music Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we explore the rise and growing inevitability of AI in music through the viral case of Nigerian artist PAA3K, whose identity has sparked widespread debate over whether he's AI or human. Joining us is producer and composer Beat Oven, who shares his professional perspective on how AI is changing music creation and the industry at large. We also discuss Victony's new single "Slick," with many fans loving the song but wishing it was longer than its 1 minute 47 second runtime. Finally, we react to the snippet of "Gimme Dat Ting" by Davido and NO11, expected to appear on Davido's upcoming album, and share our first thoughts on the collaboration. 00:00:00 - Intro  00:04:08 - AI Artists On The Rise  00:07:06 - Beat Oven Joins The Space  00:33:25 - Is There A Right Way To Use AI  01:18:44 - What Choice Are You Making  01:46:45 - Discussing With An AI Artist 02:13:18 - TurnTable Chart Top 10  02:21:54 - Victony Slick 02:40:48 - Best Feature For Slick 03:16:00 - Fireboy Announces Album Zuko 03:22:20 - Moral Of The Day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we take a look at Nigerian music at the halfway point of the year, discussing the biggest songs, albums, and moments that have stood out so far.We also asked the community to share their picks for the Nigerian Song of the Year and Album of the Year so far, which led to some great conversations and plenty of different opinions. Tune in to hear the discussion and see if your favorites made the list. 00:00:00 - Intro  00:02:04 - Shakira & Burna Boy’s Dai Dai Global Rise 00:10:54 - Ayra Starr VS Mobstars  00:13:48 - TurnTables Chart Top 10 00:44:40 - Album/ Project Of The Year  01:15:42 - Song Of The Year  01:27:22 - Alte-cation  01:33:02 - More On Songs Of The Year 02:03:07 - New Music + Mainstream Embracing UG Sound & Artistes 02:22:27 - New Music: 1DRAG, Ekene 02:33:32 - New Music: Frenna, Odeal, Wizkid, Jorja Smith 02:40:49 - A Word From Our Sponsor Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we welcome back Emmanuel, as we dive into another exciting week in music and culture. We also sit down with Africane for an insightful conversation about her latest project, the creative process behind it, her musical influences, working with Nonso Amadi the experiences shaping her sound, and much more. Later on we break down Davido's album announcement, celebrate Tems' incredible performances at the BET Awards, and share our thoughts on new music from Wande Coal, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and more. Tune in for great conversations, fresh music takes, and everything happening in the world of Afrobeats and beyond. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:17 - TurnTable Chart Top 10 00:15:08 - Africaine Joins The Space  00:19:58 - Africaine On Working With Nonso Amadi 00:30:00 - Africaine’s Influences 00:43:30 - Davido’s Album Announcement 01:28:24 - BET Award + Tems’s US Impact 01:39:42 - New Music: Wande Coal ,Wizkid, BNXN, Ruger 02:01:02 - New Music: Falz, Boj, No 11,  02:25:58 - New Music: Joeboy, Oladapo, Remy Bagings 02:30:01 - New Music: Pegy Gu , Ayra Starr, Davido Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we sit down with Nigeria’s rising girl group MYST as they introduce themselves to the world through their explosive debut single, Dynamite. The group opens up about their origin story, musical influences, individual personalities, and the creative process behind crafting their first release as they embark on an exciting new chapter. We also dive into some of the biggest music releases making waves right now, including new records from Moliy, Khaid, Rvssian, Sech, Lojay, Tyla, Solana, R33NZO, Oladapo, and more. Beyond the music, we discuss Tems' standout performance at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on June 18, Wizkid’s announcement of a new album, and unpack the ongoing "gimmick economy" conversation shaping today’s music industry. From emerging stars to industry heavyweights, this episode is packed with insightful conversations, fresh music discoveries, and commentary on the culture driving African music forward. 00:00:00 - Intro  00:02:09 - New Music: Moliy, Khaid, Ajebutter 22 00:13:51 - New Music : Rvssian, Sech, Lojay  00:14:46 - MYST Joins The Show  00:17:11 - MYST Origin Story  00:21:33 - MYST Meaning  00:26:31 - MYST’s Creative Process 00:40:41 - MYST’s Influences 00:54:36 - New Music : Tyla, Solana, R33NZO, Oladapo 01:26:36 - Tems’s Performance At Obama Library 01:34:19 - TurnTable Chart Top 10  01:43:05 - Wizkid Announces New Album 01:45:02 - Afro- Gimmicks  02:37:29 - Moral Of The Day  Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.