In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into the latest happenings in Afrobeats, from The Headies postponing its 18th edition less than two weeks before the originally scheduled October 23 ceremony to Ayra Starr making history with her NFL London halftime performance, An historic moment as the first African artiste to headline an NFL International Games halftime show, following her performance at the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game in London.

Next, we explore Burna Boy’s latest international move as he joins Palms Trax in curating AfroBank FM, a radio station dedicated to African music in Grand Theft Auto VI. With GTA’s massive global audience, we discuss what this collaboration could mean for the visibility of Afrobeats and African music in gaming culture.

We also get into FOLA’s sophomore album, 9, a 14-track project featuring Davido, Ayra Starr, BNXN, Darkoo, Bella Shmurda and Zlatan. we share our thoughts on the album and whether FOLA is living up to the expectations following the success of Catharsis.

Plus, we discuss Deeman going viral in Jamaica, spotlight new music from NO 11 and Gabzy, explore the idea of luxurious Afrobeats, and look ahead to upcoming releases from Cruel Santino and Blaqbonez.

00:00:00 - Headies Postponed Again

00:33:18 - Turntable Charts Top 10

00:43:01 - Ayra Starr’s NFL Performance

01:29:28 - Deeman Goes Viral In Jamaica

01:41:24 - Burna Boy GTA VI Collab

01:45:44 - Fola’s 9 Album Review

02:16:56 - New Music: NO 11, Gabzy

02:22:54 - Luxurious Afrobeats

02:27:23 - Upcoming Music: Cruel Santino, Blaqbonez

02:35:21 - Moral Of The Day

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In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into the latest happenings across the Nigerian music scene, starting with a breakdown of the TurnTable Charts Top 10 and what the current rankings say about the artists and songs dominating the moment.

We get into a packed run of new music, sharing our thoughts on releases from Blaqbonez, Asake, Lojay, TML Vibez, BNXN, Mr Eazi, Moliy, Yôrkk, Codawho and more. We also discuss Fola’s concert at Agodi Gardens in Ibadan, the energy around his growing run, and what live presence like this means for him.

The conversation then moves to YCEE and his comments on Wiilii, followed by a look at Ayra Starr’s “Heaven Baby” music video and the creative direction behind the video. We also get into the ongoing conversation around Davido and Shizzi, revisiting their history, as we got caught in the middle last week about how the song dami duro actually came into existence.

We also discuss Fireboy DML’s “Zuko” rollout as he has a lot to on in the Red Couch Sessions.

As always, it’s a full episode of music, opinions, industry conversations and plenty of hot takes on everything shaping Afrobeats right now.

00:00:00 - Turntable Charts Top 10

00:09:39 - New Music: Blaqbonez, Asake

00:34:33 - New Music: Lojay

01:25:06 - New Music: Tml Vibez

01:41:59 - New Music: BNXN

01:44:23 - Fola’s Concert Agodi Gardens Ibadan

02:07:39 - New Music: Mr Eazi, Moliy

02:27:17 - YCee Talks Wiilii

02:35:02 - Music Video Ayra Starr Heaven Baby

02:40:12 - New Music: Yôrkk, Codawho

02:44:19 - Davido VS Shizzi

03:16:08 - Fireboy Zuko Roll out

03:20:29 - Yôrkk Pt2

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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