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Emmanuel Daraloye

Emmanuel Daraloye is a music critic with 1000+ album reviews.

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Brymo Turns His Troubles Into Art on Theta

On his eighth studio album, Brymo draws from personal struggles, controversy and Nigeria’s social realities to deliver a philosophical, genre-spanning record that doubles as a portrait of his restless mind.

1 June 2022

Culture

Adekunle Gold Finds His Confidence on Catch Me If You Can

On his fourth album, Adekunle Gold embraces a broader sonic palette and a more candid persona, turning Catch Me If You Can into a confident statement of his artistic evolution.

10 February 2022

Culture

Mimoe Leaves the Pulpit, Keeps the Sermon

Mimoe steps away from his gospel roots on Safe Space, exploring love, friendship, nostalgia and nightlife in a compact project that showcases his versatility while retaining the storytelling instincts that define him.

22 January 2022

Music

Kabex’s “Ilekun Ayo” finds purpose in the language of Nigerian rap

With Diamond Jimma on the hook, Kabex turns “Ilekun Ayo” into a reflective meditation on perseverance, extending the social consciousness that has shaped his approach to Nigerian rap.

10 January 2022