ORIADE

On this episode, we unpack some of the biggest conversations shaping Afrobeats today. We discuss whether artists have a responsibility to speak up on societal issues, the Tyla and Ayra Starr rivalry, Davido's Oriade, Black Sherif's standout feature run, BNXN vs Ruger, Asake's M$NEY Live in London performance, and why Omah Lay seemed to disappear from the spotlight after releasing one of the strongest albums of the year. We also get into Qing Madi's label situation, Zaylevelten's latest project, Eldee's AI controversy, and plenty more. A packed episode with honest takes on the music, the business, and the culture. Tap in. Should artists have an obligation to speak up about societal issues? Calls to boycott Tyla's Lagos concert over xenophobic tensions divided fans BNXN has a stronger discography and more hits than Ruger Could Tyla and Ayra Starr's rivalry become this generation's Wizkid vs Davido? Eldee's new snippet sparks AI accusations Black Sherif never misses on features with Nigerian artists Is Oriade already one of the best albums of 2026? Asake's M$NEY Live in London performance was incredible The features on Oriade delivered Omah Lay dropped a great album, then disappeared from the conversation Qing Madi's label issues are slowing her momentum Zaylevelten's B4SAVE ME fell short of expectations