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The Great Nigerian Music Debate: Gbemi & Toolz Take Us Down Memory Lane
Remember when Nigerian music first made you move? Popular media personalities Gbemi and Toolz are stirring up that musical nostalgia in their latest OffAir Show episode, bringing the burning question to the forefront: Is Nigerian music better now than ever before?
Joining these dynamic hosts is industry heavyweight Motolani Alake, whose expertise as a music executive and pop culture commentator adds serious weight to this walk through Nigeria’s rich musical timeline. Together, they’re unpacking what they’re calling “The Sweetest Era of Music in Nigeria” – and trust us, it’s a conversation you won’t want to miss.
The episode takes viewers on an exciting journey through Nigeria’s musical evolution, starting with the legendary Fela Kuti, whose Afrobeat revolution laid the groundwork for everything that followed. Remember those early 2000s when Styl-Plus had us all singing about love, and Plantashun Boiz (before giving us solo star 2Baba) dominated our playlists? They covered it all. The conversation flows seamlessly into the game-changing era that introduced us to global superstars like Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and Tiwa Savage – artists who masterfully blended Afropop with dancehall to create something entirely new.
But here’s where it gets really interesting: the discussion heats up when they tackle the current 2020s era, where “Afrobeats to the world” isn’t just a catchphrase – it’s reality. Nigerian artists are topping international charts like never before, but does this global success necessarily mean better music?
The hosts don’t shy away from the tough questions: Which era truly had the most cultural impact? Are we living in the golden age of Nigerian music right now, or are we just hearing it more thanks to social media and streaming platforms?
Whether you’re team old-school or riding with the new wave, this episode serves up the perfect blend of music history, passionate debate, and those “remember when” moments that’ll have you diving back into your old playlists. Catch the full episode below for all the hot takes and heated discussions about Nigeria’s musical journey.
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