AMANDA UZOAGBA ON FILM CONTRACTS, STORY RIGHTS, & THE DANCE INDUSTRY
We’re discussing television and film contracts, story rights, & the dance industry with Amanda Uzoagba.
She’s an entertainment and intellectual property lawyer, creative business consusltant, educator, and a senior legal executive at EbonyLife Limited.
KAYODE ONIMOLE ON THE JOURNEY FROM ARCHITECTURE AND ADVERTISING TO ILLUSTRATION
I’m discussing illustration and my guest is Kayode Animole, a self-taught illustrator based in Lagos, Nigeria.
He shared his journey to illustration, the growth of animation on the African continent, burnout, evolving workspaces, Nigerian brands, and the power of storytelling.
Adeola Akinmola on beans, African food culture, entrepreneurship & Corporate Ewa
Adeola Akinmola is our guest on this episode. She is a food entrepreneur based in Lagos, Nigeria. At the age of 19, she dropped out of university to start her business Corporate Ewa, an in-demand virtual restaurant focused on refining beans and showcasing its versatility. She joined us to discuss running a successful business, choosing the right customers, promoting African food culture, and food logistics in Lagos, Nigeria.
#foodentrepreneur #africanfoods #thesncpodcast
LOLA SHONEYIN ON OUIDA BOOKSTORE, PUBLISHING, & COMMUNITY LIBRARIES
For our first episode of 2023, we are kicking things off with Lola Shoneyin, the award-winning British-Nigerian author, poet, and festival organizer. Our conversation with her covered writer’s workshops, setting up a bookstore in Nigeria, evolution of book publishing, the importance of book imprints and more.
#bookpublishing #Bookstore #thesncpodcast
KUNLE KUTI ON EDUCATION, FELA, KALAKUTA MUSEUM, & CREATING A LEGACY
For my season finale of 2022, I spoke with Kunle Anikulapo-Kuti, manager of Kalakuta Museum – former home of the legendary musician and activist, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
We spoke about his background, the infamous Kalakuta Republic raids, the intersection of education, politics, and history in Nigeria, and the importance (or not) of wills.
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ELLA CHIKEZIE ON FILMMAKING, CLIMATE CHANGE, “CROSS LINE” AND “CHOKE”
Ella Chikezie is an emerging, multi-award-winning filmmaker, writer, and creative producer based in Lagos, Nigeria.
She spoke with me about her filmmaking journey, receiving validation from Michelle Dede, climate change, her latest movie “Choke”, and tips for people on the continent looking to become filmmakers.
LAWRENCE MEJU ON MENTAL HEALTH, ART & ARCHITECTURE, AND CREATIVITY
Lawrence Meju is a visual artist based in Lagos, Nigeria. His works have been exhibited at the 2022 Adidas flagship London with Creative Debuts, “The Ties that bind us” a virtual group exhibition with The Cowrie Culture, and recently at the “Desire Lines” exhibition with Affinity Art Gallery.
I spoke with him about his journey to becoming a visual artist, telling stories through various mediums, mental health, and his recent work “An Ode to Self“.
ROSALYN ANINYEI ON AFRICLASSICALMUSIC, LAGOS OPERA HOUSE, & EXPORTING AFRICAN CULTURE
Rosalyn Aninyei is a violinist and social entrepreneur based in Lagos, Nigeria. She is the founder of Vesta Violins, Nigeria’s first violin repair workshop, and The Vesta Orchestra, an independent Nigerian-based orchestra dedicated to the promotion of music by classical composers of African descent.
She joined me to discuss The Vesta Orchestra, getting fired from the bank of Brazil, music education in Nigeria, Africlassical music, exporting African culture, and setting up an opera house in Lagos.
MUSIC CONTRACTS, SPLIT SHEETS, BUILDING LEVERAGE AND LEGACY PLANNING WITH TEMITOPE SALAMI
I spoke with Temitope Salami, one of the leading entertainment lawyers in Nigeria, about music contracts, split sheets issues, copyright battles across Africa’s music industry, and building a legacy through wills and estate planning.
CHUKWUKA OSAKWE ON NAVIGATING NOLLYWOOD, BTS FILM PHOTOGRAPHY & TREATMENT OF FILM PRODUCTION CREWS IN NIGERIA
Pause and take a quick second to think about how you generally get to know about an upcoming film. Is it through the trailer or film still?
For a lot of people in Nigeria, their first exposure is most likely usually through the trailer. Film stills generally come second or even third. Why is that?
I spoke to Chukwuka Osakwe, an emerging Photographer, filmmaker and director based in Lagos, Nigeria, to explain the need for more unit photographers in Nollywood movies and why stills are critical to the success of a film.
ANIMATION, SOCIAL MEDIA ALGORITHMS, AFRICAN NARRATIVES, & MONEY WITH ISRAEL OBASOLA
Israel Obasola is a self-taught animator and illustrator based in Lagos, Nigeria. He is committed to creating digital animated content on various topics and sharing them with a global audience. His skits on TikTok currently have 60.4 million views and 4 million likes.
I spoke to him about African narratives, understanding social media algorithms, and tips for young people on the African continent looking to become animators.
FESO ADENIJI ON POLE DANCING & BURLESQUE IN NIGERIA, STEREOTYPES, AND VIRTUAL REALITY FITNESS
Last week, I spoke to Feso Adeniji, founder and manager of Red Caramel Dance and Fitness, an exotic dance and fitness studio based in Lagos, Nigeria.
We discssed running a dance and fitness studio, misconceptions and stereotypes about pole dancing and burlesque, as well as the evolving nature of virtual reality fitness.
JAJ DA MECCADON: A QUICK CHAT WITH ONE OF AFRICA’S PIONEERING BROADCASTERS
Jacob Akinyemi-Johnson, popularly known as JAJ DA MECCADON, is one of Africa’s most influential broadcasters.
He has been credited with launching the careers of many Nigerian artistes including 2face and Modenine, and is arguably your favorite Nigerian OAP’s, favorite OAP.
He is Chief Creative Officer at Silverbird Group and host of the music countdown show, “Top 7 Jams at 7 with JAJ The Mecca Don”, which airs on Rhythm 93.7 FM.
I had a quick chat with him about the evolution of music countdown shows, growing as a voiceover artist and radio presenter, and career transitions.
DIMEJI BASH EYIOWUAWI ON MONETIZING HIS LOVE OF PLANTAIN THROUGH DODO GANG
At one point in our lives, we’ve heard the advice “just because you’re good at something or passionate about something doesn’t mean you should monetize it.”
Dimeji ‘Bash Aleee’ Eyiowuawi doesn’t quite subscribe to that school of thought. He is a creative entrepreneur based in Lagos, Nigeria and the CEO of Dodo Gang, a platform he uses to express his creativity and unite plantain lovers through food, fashion, art, and events.
He spoke to us about his journey as an entrepreneur, World Plantain Day, Caller Ring Back Tunes, and turning his love of fried plantain into a business.
NKIRU BALONWU ON HARNESSING AFRICA’S CREATIVE AND KNOWLEDGE INDUSTRIES
Nkiru Balonwu, one of Africa’s leading strategic communication and stakeholder engagement experts, discusses her work in communicating Africa forward, her time at Spinlet Group, The Africa Soft Power Project, and networking tips.
FRAGILE DOGUBO: ON POETRY & PREPARING FOR YOUR LIMELIGHT
In celebration of Poetry Month, Nigerian spoken word poet, multiple poetry slam champion, and writer Fragile Dogubo joined me to discuss misconceptions about poetry, her stint as a rapper, and earning a living as a poet in Nigeria.
OLUGBEMIRO ARINOSO ON ART COLLECTION, EXHIBITIONS & THE GROWTH OF NFT ART
Olugbemiro Arinoso is Founder of Affinity Art Gallery and an experienced African art collector and dealer.
We dove into a number of topics including the process of setting up his gallery in Lagos, Nigeria, curating exhibitions, tips for emerging visual artists on the African continent, and the growth of NFT art.
DJ KLEM: MUSIC PRODUCER, SOUND DESIGNER & COMPOSER
My first episode of the year is with Nigerian music producer, sound designer, and composer, DJ Klem.
We’re talking his journey into music production and sound design, the evolution of audio post-production in Nollywood, as well as his approach to scoring tv shows.
2 HOURS WITH MRS. SANDRA OYEWOLE
On this episode, I spoke to the phenomenal and brilliant Mrs Sandra Oyewole, one of Nigeria’s leading intellectual property and technology lawyers.
She’s a partner at Olajide Oyewole LLP and heads the firm’s intellectual property and technology practice and co-leads the firm’s employment and global mobility practice.
The discussion covered a range of topics including her background, the JUSUN strike, estate planning, intellectual property, and violence in the workplace.
DAMILOLA ADIKA – JUST DO WHAT YOU CAN
Nigerian singer, songwriter, performer, and vocal coach, Damilola Adika joins me on my 2nd episode of the year.
We talked about her childhood, navigating the Nigerian music industry as an independent artist, honing her skills as a vocal coach, performing at the 2021 GRAMMYs alongside Nigeria superstar, Burnaboy and more.
SUGARMUMMYSHINE – TO TRADEMARK OR NOT?
Our first episode of 2021! Finally!! Forgive us. We have valid reasons. It has been quite the journey.
Joining us to breakdown what in the world took us so long is Nigerian entertainment lawyer Akinyemi Ayinoluwa.
It’s quite the tale.
RADIO INC + SCHULLZZ
My final conversation of 2020 is with Sola Mogaji (Schullzz), a seasoned and influential Nigerian radio presenter, music curator, event host and businesswoman.
Over her 10 year broadcasting career and counting, Schullzz has interviewed various high profile celebrities and dignitaries, worked with various leading companies and anchored numerous high-profile events.
We discussed working as a radio presenter in a covid-19 world, finding your voice on radio, the current state of Nigerian music, and why curiosity is important.
X-MEN + 1 – NIGERIA, WHICH WAY?
A lot has been going on in Nigeria.
For those who are unaware, over the past couple of weeks, (beginning on the 3rd of October 2020) there were renewed #EndSARS protests calling for the end of the Special Anti Robbery Squad, popularly known as SARS, which has been implicated in numerous extrajudicial killings, extortion, rape, torture and abuse of Nigerians.
Lots of Nigerians, from various walks of life, inside and outside the country, young and old, supported the #EndSARS protests.
Unfortunately, on the 20th of October 2020, a number of unarmed and peaceful protesters demonstrating at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos were killed and injured by some members of the Nigerian Armed forces after the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, imposed a curfew to address the issue of people with sinister motives disrupting the protests, causing chaos and destruction in the city. Nigerians continue to demand for justice and accountability.
Joining me to discuss the youth-led #EndSARS protests, artist activism, and mental health is Nigerian music and advertising creative Dusten Anyasie, popularly known as D-Truce.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION WITH ADERINSOLA ADEYEMI
Effective communication is the topic of discussion on this episode.
Why effective communication?
With the increased visibility that Nigerian creatives, media and entertainment entrepreneurs, artist managers, and music executives continue to gain globally, effective communication must be a vital part of our communication repertoire as we strive to achieve success in and with our various careers and endeavors.
Enter Aderinsola Adeyemi, a diction and elocution coach based in Lagos, Nigeria. She joined us to break down diction, elocution, and best practices for communicating effectively.
Aderinsola graduated from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife with a degree in English Language.
She’s also a presenter, voice over artist, content developer, and face model.
She is passionate about using her gifts and talents through the media to not only help people speak better but also inspire and effect positive change in society.
OYINKANSOLA FAWEHINMI: A NOTEWORTHY CONVERSATION
On this episode, I’m talking politics, strategy, value, copyright and more with Nigerian lawyer and music executive, Oyinkansola Fawehinmi.
Oyinkansola is a partner at Nigerian boutique law firm, Technolawgical Partners and business manager at Incubation Factory Entertainment Ltd, a talent and label services agency in Lagos, Nigeria.
She broke down the role that leverage plays when artists and labels enter into an agreement, the importance of accountability, and how she and a team of Nigerian lawyers used the Nigerian Copyright Act to achieve significant wins for Nigerian music producers.
It’s an insightful listen.
EDI LAWANI: LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DURING A HEALTH PANDEMIC
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the Nigerian live entertainment sector to a standstill.
With this present reality, how can artists, creatives, and technical experts pivot in response to this new normal?
What can the Nigerian government, as well, do to help the entertainment industry?
I spoke to Edi Lawani, a well-known Nigerian show promoter, consultant, and special events producer about these and more.
BLAQBONEZ: MUSIC, MARKETING, & SOCIAL MEDIA
The health pandemic has upended the global economy. No industry has been spared including the live entertainment industry.
There’s also a steady glut of music and content that is being released by the second which has made it challenging for artists and creatives alike to stay relevant.
But Blaqbonez, a Nigerian rapper, seems to understand how to market and thrive in this new normal. I reached out to him to get some insights.
OLIVER ENWONWU: ARTIST, BRAND STRATEGIST & CURATOR
What’s the state of visual arts and artists in Nigeria? What impact does forgery have on an artist’s work? How does art valuation work?
Listen to Folashade Anozie speak with Oliver Enwonwu, a respected visual artist, brand strategist, and art administrator based in Lagos, Nigeria about all these and more.
DAYO ADENEYE – A NIGERIAN ENTERTAINMENT LUMINARY
Otunba Dayo Adeneye is our 3rd guest of the year. He is a broadcaster, investor, music executive, politician, and entertainment consultant.
Alongside Kenny Ogungbe, Dayo Adeneye was instrumental in transforming the face of radio and TV in Nigeria. He also contributed immense value to the Nigerian music and entertainment industry at large.
Our conversation with him covered his journey into politics, the Grammys, artist and label disputes, and lots more.
TIMZIL: A GO-GETTER!
Our second episode of the year is with budding singer-songwriter Timilehin Adeniyi, better known as Timzil. Timzil’s genre of music is R&B/Soul and he has been writing professionally for the past 6 years.
Our conversation covered his AMVCA nomination for Best Soundtrack in a movie/series, the need for upcoming artists to pay attention to their mental health, and the Nigerian music producer that he would kill to work with.
A QUICK-FIRE CHAT WITH CHIEF OLADELE FAJEMIROKUN
My first guest of 2020 is Chief (Dr.) Oladele Fajemirokun. Chief Fajemirokun is a Nigerian businessman, investor, and venture capitalist. He has more than 42 years of extensive experience in building businesses and creating wealth.
On the 15th of July 2019, he released his book “The Making of Me: My Odyssey in Business”, which chronicles his life, his business war stories, and strategies for growing his companies and achieving success.
Our discussion revolved around applying his business principles and philosophies to the Nigerian music industry and life in general.
OLUSOLA ADEKOLA: ALAGA 101
What does it mean to be an Alaga? Where did the concept of Alagas come from? Why do a good number of Nigerians have reservations about Alagas and some of the practices that they promote?
Olusola Adekola, a seasoned Alaga, provides some answers to these questions as we take a deep dive into the world of Alagas.
OLALEKAN OGUNBANWO: A BROADCASTING MAESTRO
For our 9th episode of the year, we dive into the world of broadcasting and journalism. Our guest for this episode is Olalekan Ogunbanwo, the former Permanent Secretary of Lagos Television, Eko FM, and Radio Lagos.
Our conversation covers his journey into broadcasting, the current state of Nigeria’s broadcasting sector, advice for budding radio and TV presenters, and more.
OLADELE OGUNLANA: MASTER OF CEREMONIES & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COACH
Oladele Ogunlana is a compere, consultant, and personal development coach based in Lagos Nigeria.
He talks to us about his journey into the master of ceremonies space, tips for navigating the Nigerian compere industry, branding, public speaking, and much more.
JAPHETH OMOJUWA: TECHNOLOGY, DATA, AND THE MUSIC BUSINESS
Japheth Omojuwa is a well known Nigerian public speaker, political commentator, and social media expert.
Using his book, Digital: The New Code of Wealth, as the starting point, he talks to host Folashade Anozie about how artists and/or others can effectively use social media to achieve success and manage the often murky world of social media.
ANWULI ROSELINE: OVERCOMING OBSTACLES WITH FORTITUDE
Summer 2019 is over and we kick things back up with budding music producer, songwriter, and sound designer Anwuli Roseline. Anwuli has a great life story. She has a hearing disability that went unaddressed for a lengthy period of time which subsequently affected her speech and ability to interact seamlessly with people. However, she never let her disability deter her. Eventually, through the support of the Starkey Hearing Foundation and the Enugu State government she received hearing aids.
Our conversation covered her journey into music, discovering she had a hearing disability, navigating the ins & outs of the Nigerian music industry, and more.
FEMI LEYE: RECORDING ARTIST, MUSIC PRODUCER, & INSTRUMENTALIST
Our final interview before we go on our summer break is with Nigerian recording artist, music producer, and instrumentalist, Femi Leye. Femi’s creative exploits include his work with artists such as Youssou N’dour, Brymo, Tiwa Savage, Adekunle Gold, Reminisce, and Simi.
Our chat covers his sophomore album, spreading his creative tentacles, his musical journey, and more.
MUNA MARTIN: DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION IN NIGERIA
On this episode of the pod we speak to Muna Martin, the General Manager at Freemedigital Ltd about digital distribution and more.
Prior to Freemedigital, Muna worked as a customer support engineer at Iroko Partners. He also cut his teeth as an entrepreneur managing Umunnamu Records.
Hopefully this interview provides some answers to anyone who has questions about digital distribution in Nigeria and leads to more insightful discussions.
GRAY JONES: THE CREATIVE HANDYMAN
This episode features our chat with Gray Jones, a film composer, sound designer, music producer, and audio engineer.
Our conversation covered film/tv music, his musical journey, tips for breaking into the Nigerian film industry as a film/tv composer, and more.
OYE AKIDEINDE: THE MUSIC MAN
We caught up with Oye Akideinde, the newly appointed Head of Over the Top (OTT) music services at MTN Group.
The cross-section of topics discussed: his journey into music and technology, the importance of strategy when it comes to the business of music, streaming services, payola, and more.
EKELLYBEATZ: MUSIC PRODUCER & AUDIO ENGINEER
Renowned Nigerian music producer and audio engineer Ekellybeatz kicks off our third Season.
Our conversation covered music publishing, the need to be smart as a music producer, and more.
THEOFFICIALMAKA: SOUL-SINGER & SONGWRITER
Wrapping up Season 2 is our interview with Nigerian soul-singer and songwriter, Maka.
Maka has been singing she was in the university but she went onto practice corporate law for 2 years. However, a conversation with her boss gave her the added push to quit her job and commit to becoming a full time musician.
COLDFLAMESBEATS: MUSIC PRODUCER & AUDIO ENGINEER
Our guest on this episode is Coldflamesbeats, a music producer and audio engineer. Coldflamesbeats is one of the few music producers in Nigeria artists turn to when searching for a producer that understands how to produce a rock record.
We discuss his journey, rock music in Nigeria, mixing techniques, and more.
ONLY1KLEM: SINGER-SONGWRITER & MUSIC DIRECTOR
Our chit-chat on this episode is with Music Director and Singer-Songwriter, Nwamonye Ikemefuna, who is better known as Klem.
Klem is a leading songwriter in Nigeria who has written for artists such as Seyi Shay, Yemi Alade, Emma Nyra, Davido, 9ice, and more.
Our conversation covered songwriting in Nigeria, his creative process, and more.
DJ COUBLON: MUSIC PRODUCER & SOUND ENGINEER
Our 14th episode features music producer and sound engineer DJ Coublon. DJ Coublon gained major acclaim for his work on singer Iyanya’s album ‘Applaudise’ and Tekno’s hit single ‘Duro’. He further became a household name as a result of his work on Kizz Daniel’s ‘New Era’ album.
DJ Coublon discusses his approach to mixing, songwriting, navigating the Nigerian music industry, and more.
SESSBEATS: MUSIC PRODUCER
SessBeats, a music producer, songwriter, and artist discusses the creative process behind some of the seminal projects he has worked on and tips on how to handle your business as a music producer.
He also discusses stepping out as a music artist and the importance of trusting the process while working towards a goal.
MARQAIMIXX: AUDIO ENGINEER
Marqaimixx is a leading audio engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria. His work cuts across various sectors and industries: from corporations to Nigerian musicians such as Dammy Krane, 2Face Idibia, Falz, Niniola, Terry Apala, and Praiz.
Our conversation covered his foray into music production, his approach to mixing, and more.
BENIE MACAULAY: MUSIC PRODUCER & AUDIO ENGINEER
Back from our summer break, we kick things off with Benie Macaulay, a budding music producer and established Nigerian audio engineer.
Our conversation with Benie covered his past and future music projects, his take on the critique of producer and engineer tags, and more.
SIZZLEPRO: MUSIC PRODUCER & SONGWRITER
Music producer and songwriter, SizzlePRO shares his musical journey, the collaboration process behind some of his works, songwriting, navigating the discourse around music publishing in Nigeria, and much more
WILFRESH IGUODALA: SINGER-SONGWRITER
Our guest this week is rising Nigerian singer-songwriter, Wilfresh Iguodala. Wilfresh is behind the buzzworthy singles ‘I no like skul’ and ‘Love for you’.
We chat with him about his musical journey, his creative process, and more.
Beatsbysarz: Music Producer
Our guest for this episode is Sarz, a Nigerian music producer.
He breaks down his journey into music, the creative process behind some of his biggest hits thus far, the business of music, and more.
FIOKEE: AFRICA’S #1 RECORDING GUITARIST
Fiokee, is a Nigerian guitarist, music producer, and music arranger who has been instrumental to the success of numerous Nigerian songs: D’Banj’s ‘Scapegoat’, Davido’s ‘Gobe’, Kiss Daniel’s ‘Woju’, Adekunle Gold’s ‘Orente’, Yemi Alade’s ‘Kissing’, Tekno’s ‘Duro’, Simi’s ‘Joromi’, to name a few.
He discussed his musical journey, guitar tips, navigating the Nigerian music industry, and more.
TONY ROSS: MUSIC PRODUCER & SONGWRITER
We caught up with Nigerian music producer and songwriter, Tony Ross, at his home, to discuss his journey into music, his collaboration process with Cynthia Morgan, and music publishing.
Our apologies for the audio quality.
AKINYEMI AYINOLUWA: CONTRACTS, MUSIC, & ‘LAWYERING UP IN 2018
For our 5th episode, we had that “oh so necessary” legal talk with Nigerian-based entertainment lawyer, Akinyemi Ayinoluwa .
Akin talked to us about prevalent issues in the Nigerian music industry, strategies for music creatives not to get ripped off in 2018, and trends to look out for in 2018.
STEVE BABAEKO: MUSIC, BRANDING & MORE
Our 4th episode is with Steve Babaeko, CEO of X3M Music.
Our conversation with Steve focused on his role as the CEO of X3M Music, his journey into the music business, and his advice for successful artiste and brand partnerships.
We also delve into the importance of contract partnerships and what he looks for in artistes that he chooses to sign.
TERFA GYADO: AMPLIFYING THE TEMPLE ETHOS
Terfa Tilley-Gyado is the Director of Communications for Temple Management Company, a global full-service talent and events management agency headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria.
He spoke about his work as Temple’s Director of Communications, how Temple aims to change the talent, sports, and events management narrative in Nigeria/Africa, and more.
DJ JIMMY JATT: 43 MINUTES WITH THE LEGEND
Our 2nd episode is with the legend himself DJ Jimmy Jatt!
We discuss his journey into hiphop and deejaying, his popular ‘Road Block’ street party leading to numerous talent discoveries, the importance of transitions, the genesis of the Jump Off, & more.
OSCAR HEMAN-ACKAH: AN UNCONVENTIONAL MUSIC PRODUCER
Kicking off season 2 is music producer and vocal instructor, Oscar Heman-Ackah.
Oscar discussed with us his foray into music production, collaborating with Darey, Simi, Adekunle Gold, music publishing, and more.
JESSICA BONGOS: A SONGBIRD BROKEN TO PEACE
We wrap up Season 1 with a singer-songwriter, Jessica Bongos.
She talks to us about her debut album ‘Broken to Peace’, being comfortable in her artistry, the possibility of a collaboration with her father, and more.
EFI CRUISE: THE WESTERN – SOUTHERNER
On this episode we chat with budding ‘Sound Boy’ Efi Cruise.
Efi = A+ potential, dope voice, and an amazing story.
He chats with us about his genre of music/lack thereof, the music producer he wants to work with, how he balances his love for music with school, and more.
SIR DAUDA: THE KEEPER OF THE DEEPSHOP
Sir Dauda chats with us about ‘jungle funk’, ‘Mohiri’, record labels, ‘judi-songwriting’, and his upcoming EP ‘Elements’.
KOCH OKOYE: THE BUSINESS OF MUSIC AND THE NIGERIAN MUSIC INDUSTRY
Koch Okoye, Director of Syncs at Immensum Music, discusses music publishing, music synchronization, licensing, what Nigerian producers are failing to pay attention to, and more.
THA SUSPECT: A LEGIT PERSON PIKIN
Tha Suspect opens up about a ton including his trying childhood, audio engineering, the genesis of his hit record ‘I No Send You’, and navigating the Nigerian music industry.
FOCUSRAMON: MUSIC PRODUCER & AUDIO ENGINEER
Focusramon opens up on why he changed his production moniker, his journey into music production and audio engineering.
He also discusses how the roles of a producer and audio engineer overlap, the reason he enjoys working with Eva Alordiah, and the uniqueness of Sir Dauda.
DJ TECKZILLA: PRODUCER & RENAISSANCE MAN EXTRAORDINAIRE
DJ Teckzilla joins us to discuss winning the AXE Find your magic DJ Search competition, Str8buttah’s genesis, his next music tribute project: Hakeem Olajuwon, the importance of sweet spots when sampling, and more.
TUNDE ADEDIRAN: MUSIC & MORE WITH THE AUXILIARY CORD GOD
Our 11th episode is with Nigerian music critic and hip-hop head Olatunde Adediran.
Conversation: how McHammer influenced his love for hiphop, how the 2011 NBA lockout led to the creation of SYBT, the controversy that often came with his music reviews, the challenges of artist management, and the transition from SYBT to JLM.
EFE ORAKA: A CORNUCOPIA OF DEPTH & TALENT!
Our conversation with Efe Oraka covered artists interactions with their fans, what makes Abuja a great breeding ground for musicians, her life changing online moment with Jon Bellion, her love for the Yoruba language, how sound of music influenced her musical palette, why Asa and 2face are ‘mummy and daddy’ and more.
TOMI OWO ON KEYING INTO HER CHI!
Tomi Owo on the process of developing her music caterpillar into a butterfly, the background behind her LP, the one thing she has learned so far, the soundtrack of her life, what to expect from her in 2017, and more.
PEELING BACK THE LAYERS WITH MYOA!
International singer-songwriter, Mayowa Sobamowo (Myoa) chats about her music and collaborative process, her experience at the Hollywood Musicians Institute, what led to her working relationship with Cobhams, attending the 2016 Grammys, and her upcoming album/EP ‘Beautiful Journey.’
A FOOD MUSIC SESSION WITH AMAHA
Amaha discusses her transition from an ’emo’ child songwriter to a happier/more balanced songwriter, being recruited by the UN and the CIA, how Jeremiah Gyang was instrumental to her music, her encounter with Timbaland, and how Asa inspires her.
INSIGHTS & PERSPECTIVE WITH THA_XYZ
Niyi Faleyimu, better known as XYZ is a Nigerian music producer, rapper, and video director.
We talked to him about a variety of things: where he got his moniker from, his perspective on sampling, what it was like producing for ModeNine & IllBliss, his love for beats versus his love for music production, and what it’s like being a video director.
GOOD VIBES WITH PHEELZ
Earlier in the year we got the opportunity to interview Pheelz at his studio. He talked about where he draws his inspiration from, how he met Olamide, his Mr Producer Academy initiative, why ID Cabasa is his guardian angel, and why Nigerian producers do not get their dues.
CHOPPING IT UP WITH SEYIKEYZ
THE INCOMPARABLE TEE-Y MIX
We get to know more about the man behind the hits, why he relocated from Abuja to Lagos, the creative process behind some of his biggest hits, and so much more. Enjoy!
VTEK – AN ABUNDANCE OF AWESOMENESS
Popular Nigerian producer VTEK takes us through his childhood and how his love for music developed, what it was like being Psquare’s producer for three years, the ups and downs of the Nigerian music industry, and what he has in store for 2017!
It’s an interesting listen.
THE SNC PODCAST | WE OUTCHEA FT DJ MOE!
For our very first episode, we chop it up with budding Nigerian music producer DJMoe. He talks to us about everything: from his creative process, sampling, copyright, the current state of the Nigerian music industry, to his favorite food.