Afrobeats To The World Space [ATTW]

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we break down the latest Turntable Top 10 and get into a debate on Mavo’s rise and whether he really is the standout star of his generation.We also react to a wave of new music, sharing thoughts on releases from Asake and DJ Snake, Rvssian, Rauw Alejandro and Wizkid, plus sounds from WetalkSounds, Elestee AR4, Jemiyo,Egertton, Paxslim and Falz, highlighting what is hitting and what is not.We also talk about what Davido’s next album could sound like as he leans into a more African direction, and touch on his upcoming Coachella appearance.00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:37 - Turntables Chart Top 10 00:22:07 - Mavo is the super star of his generation00:36:15 - New music : Asake, Dj Snake - Worship00:46:21 - New music : Rvssian, Raul Alejandro, Wizkid 01:12:58 - Big 3 producers for the new gen 01:40:56 - New music : WetalkSounds, Elestee AR4, Jemiyo02:23:01 - New music : Falz - Omoge02:32:09 - Fola is making the same song over and over 02:42:03 - Diamond Platnumz saves afrobeats from declining02:58:39 - Davido’s next album is more African02:57:10 - Moral of the day (Afrobeats Nomenclature)Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we break down the conversation sparked by Omah Lay’s recent remarks about Afrobeats being largely rooted in Yoruba culture and centered in Lagos, unpacking what he meant, why it stirred debate, and how history, industry structure, and regional influence all shape the sound’s global identity.We also dive into Crayon’s Twitter crash out and the rumors surrounding his reported exit from Mavin Records, exploring what this could mean for artist label relationships in today’s Afrobeats ecosystem.Finally, we present a forward looking theory on what the next evolution of Afrobeats could look like, drawing a parallel to the disruptive Opium wave in hip hop led by acts like Playboi Carti, and asking whether a darker, more experimental subculture could emerge from the underground and reshape the genre.00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:22 - Turntable Charts TOP 10 00:09:00 - Omah Lay “Afrobeats is Lagos and Yoruba ”00:33:08 - Artists are told to include Yoruba Lamba 00:45:07 - Artists should provide nuanced takes00:56:20 - There is an advantage to being in Lagos and being Yoruba 01:44:36 - Spotify paid over 60 billion Naira to artists in 2025 02:09:41 - Crayon calls out Former label Mavin Records 02:34:52 - Crayon is successful02:56:55 - A theory on the next evolution of Afrobeats 03:18:53 - Mavo represents a specific culture 03:47:27 - ZayLevel one thousand03:52:44 - Moral of the day Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we’re joined by members of WeareproducHERs alongside their founder Gbots for a conversation about women making their mark in music production and the importance of building spaces that support female creatives in the industry.We talk about how the WeareproducHERs community is creating opportunities for female producers, engineers, and songwriters through workshops, collaborations, and initiatives that help women grow, learn, and connect. We also highlight their upcoming Creative Shutdown event happening April 3rd.We also get into some music conversations — breaking down the TurnTable Charts Top 10, discussing the similarities between Drake and Davido, and diving into a classic album conversation. Plus, we react to some new music, including Ayra Starr’s “Where Do We Go” and Mavo’s “Mofe.”00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:45 - Turntables Chart Top Ten 00:13:17 - WeareproducHERs Joins the space 00:23:30 - Meeting some of the community members 00:26:48 - Female producer experiences 00:30:12 - How can men be good allies 00:52:15 - Sarkodie sells out Royal Albert Hall and announces the 02 Arena for 2027 March 01:02:46 - Drake and Davido have a lot in common (a conversation about classic Albums)01:06:01 - Definition of a Classic Album 01:15:09 - Asake’s Classics 01:50:33 - Top 5 Mavin Ensemble Records.02:06:44 - Lovn New Music 02:18:24 - How Signing to a Label Impacts Your Brand Today02:42:45 - Ayra Starr New Music 03:01:12 - No11, Focalistic, Ciza, Famous Pluto : How Far Remix 03:23:05 - Mavo’s New Song: Mofe 03:56:13 - Kayode’s Viral Resurgence03:13:24 - Moral of the day (NMWFPP)  Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace

With the recent conversation about Afrobeats and its decline, in pure ATTW we opened the discussion to understand what sparked the conversation again, if the statement holds weigh, and how to come out of it. The episode had industry professionals like accountants, strategists, talent managers, artists and producers share their individual accounts on the situation and propose the way forward.

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we sit down with Erigga to talk about his journey from Warri to becoming one of Nigeria’s most respected rap voices. He shares insights on hip hop culture, rap beefs, and why he believes they have become toxic and unproductive for the industry. We also discuss growth, authenticity, and the importance of collaboration. Plus, we highlight how Spotify marks five years in Africa and what that milestone means for African artists.00:00:00 - Welcoming Erigga to the Space00:12:36 - Fan Interaction Session with Erigga00:24:16 - Erigga Shares His Thoughts on Rap Feuds00:35:47 - BSH Chats with Erigga00:51:32 - From Warri to Making It in Lagos01:12:22 - Exploring the Origins of Afrobeats01:43:27 - A Conversation with Mavo and Sssoundgawd Aura on Salad02:31:23 - Tec & Akinola Davies wins BAFTA Award, Funding for the Nigerian Creative space03:00:09 - Debating Whether Zaylevelten Is an Afrobeats Act03:26:18 - Examining Who Gains from the Afrobeats Umbrella03:37:18 - The Need for Balance Among Nigerian Artistes03:41:46 - Celebrating Five Years of Spotify in Africa03:54:26 - Moral of the day (Pour The World Spit)Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace

In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we broke down the Billboard article that called Rema a one hit wonder and why that label misses the bigger picture of his impact and global run.We shared our picks for the best Valentine’s Afrobeats songs and what makes a love record truly timeless in today’s soundscape.The conversation also explored the dynamics of the music industry, looking at artists like ZayLevelten signing with foreign labels and what that means for ownership, growth, and the future of the Nigerian music industry.00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:10 - Turntables Chart Top 10 00:19:14 - Billboard names Rema as a one hit wonder00:40:46 - Attacks on Afrobeats Journalists 01:19:58 - Nobody has called Omah lay a one hit wonder yet 01:22:14 - Perfect Valentines Afrobeats songs? 01:41:28 - New music: Wande Coal, Qing Madi, EasyScope 01:47:56 - Would Nigerian Labels know what to do with Zaylevelten? 02:20:02 - Who trained the Nigerian ears for the like of Zaylevelten 02:24:37 - What does Asake have to do with this era 02:43:02 - Moral of the day (Study the evolution of things). Find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts or at https://linktr.ee/attwspace