Fireboy, and 4 others who need to step up their game in 2024

The Nigerian music industry stands at the cusp of a transformative era, with 2024 promising to be a pivotal chapter in the narrative of African music. With a rich tapestry of diverse talents and genres, Nigeria has long been a powerhouse in the global music scene.

This year holds the promise of fresh innovation, groundbreaking collaborations, and a renewed commitment to artistic excellence.

From Afrobeat and Afro-fusion to hip-hop and gospel, the Nigerian music landscape is a melting pot of creativity, and the time has come for these artists to seize the opportunity to push boundaries and redefine the standards.

We understand that challenges such as mental health, record label issues, and many others deprive some of these artists of topping their game, but we hope they overcome their challenges this year and deliver to their fans

Let's take you through some of the Nigerian artists who need to step up their game in the year 2024.

FIREBOY

Fireboy DML once gave us hit records back to back, but times are different with his career as the tempo has changed and it appears that he's gradually losing the grasp he had on people. The musician is still hot but not like when he just started in the game. His 2023 hit song, Oba Sima did well, but he can do better.

RUGER

The Nigerian singer rose to fame with the song "Bounce" and signed a record deal in 2021 with Jonzing World. The musician has been serving fans hot hot, but we want him to do better this year

DI'JA

Di'ja has been in the game for almost a decade or more, signed to Mavin Records. She cooked and released a song in 2023, but it seems her inconsistency is serving as a stumbling block to her growth.

CHIDINMA

Chindima, a Nigerian singer dumped Afrobeat for gospel music. Switching genres is no sin, but we miss the days of Kedike. With the great vocals possessed, there's no doubt that she can shake the gospel music industry, hence we plead that Chindima step up her game in the year 2024.

WURLD

Wurld definitely had us on chokehold with his unique sound a few years ago. However, we are unaware of what happened in his musical journey. We want the musician to step up his game this year and top the charts with his sounds like he did with Trobul.

Nigerian Rising Music stars to look out for in 2024

As the vibrant heartbeat of Nigeria's music scene continues to resonate globally, the stage is set for a new wave of talent to take center spotlight in 2024.

With genres evolving, and creativity soaring, the Nigerian music industry is witnessing a dynamic influx of artists poised to make an indelible mark on the landscape.

In this article, we will share with you, newcomers who have graduated to rising stars and are poised to capture hearts and attention with their electrifying sound.

1. Qing Madi

Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma, known professionally as Qing Madi, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. She gained initial recognition following the release of her hit single See Finish in 2022. Qing is a 17-year-old from Benin.

2. Bloody Civilian

Emoseh Khamofu known professionally as Bloody Civilian is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer signed to 0207 Def Jam, a UK arm of Def Jam Recordings. She was endorsed by Wizkid in 2023, as the Afrobeat star mentioned her name in his list of favourite artists. 

3. Smada

Samda, real name Adams Olabode Michael is a singer and songwriter signed to Native Records, in partnership with Def Jam Recordings. The singer gained a brief fame in late 2023 after being accused of copying a famous South African song, Hamba Wena. 

4. Raebel

Raebel, originally known as Ademuyiwa Oluwatobi Christiana is a Nigerian Afro dancehall artiste and currently signed to Konvest Music. The singer's debut single, Miniskirt gained her fame and a laudable number of streams which positioned her as a rising star in the game.

5. Ayox

Ayomide Bakare Iyanuoluwa, professionally known as Ayox stole the hearts of many Nigerians with his hit songs Aje and Walking Dead.

From newcomers to rising stars; You can add to the list.

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Tems, Asake, Davido made it to Barack Obama's 2023 Favourite Music list

Asake

Nigeria was fully represented on Barack Obama's Favourite Music list for 2023.

The former US president has cultivated the habit of sharing the list at the end of every year.

Many talented artists look forward to making it to the list, as an acknowledgment from him endorses their career.

The 2023 music list proves that Barack is a huge fan of Nigerian music, and he's always been a fan from way back.

Burna Boy’s Anybody and Rema’s Iron Man made Obama’s summer playlist and favourite music of 2019 list.

Asake’s Amapiano featuring Olamide, Davido’s Unavailable, and Tems Me & U were among the songs featured on the list.

The year 2023 ended on a good note for the Nigerian music industry and it is expected that 2024 will start with exciting wins as we anticipate Grammys Awards.

While you're still here, kindly visit epoh.ng to stream the above-mentioned hit songs.

Welcome to the new year, 2024!