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Afrobeats Intelligence

Joey Akan/OkayAfrica

Created and hosted by award-winning Nigerian journalist Joey Akan, Afrobeats Intelligence is the podcast extension of the popular music newsletter, Afrobeats Intelligence. Presented by OkayAfrica and sponsored by premium cognac brand Martell, Afrobeats Intelligence explores the intersection of art, humanity, and the processes that give birth to African sonic excellence.

Through eclectic interviews that spotlight creativity from Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and beyond, Joey invites listeners every

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80 episodes

  1. Magixx on the Audacity to Dream Bigger and the Power of Believing in Yourself 1:07:32
  2. Jeriq on Community, Culture and the Business of Music 1:05:22
  3. Jyde Ajala on Visual Architecture, Working with Legends & Why Music Videos Still Matter 1:04:53
  4. FOLA on Locking In, From Betting Shop to Paid Crowds & Building ‘Catharsis’ on His Terms 54:06
  5. Winny: Finding Your Voice, Creating Without Fear & Trusting the Process 41:36
  6. Alhaji Popping: Excellence, Strategy & Building in Entertainment 1:15:44
  7. TG Omori on Greatness, Creativity, Legacy & The Future of Music Videos 55:53
  8. Shoday on Hit Songs, Industry Pressure & Building a Lasting Career 1:11:12
  9. MAVO on Escaladizzy, Building His Own Lane & What It Means to Lead a New Generation 1:03:49
  10. Dr. Sid on Mo’Hits, Career Pivots & The Reality of Longevity in Afrobeats 1:18:45
  11. Excel Joab: Nigerian Music Industry ROI, What We Didn’t Learn from Afrobeats to the World & The “Now What” Moment 1:09:17
  12. Ladipoe: What Stayed the Same in Afrobeats, Rap Beef, & New Album 1:21:20
  13. Wale Davies (Tec): Palmwine Pioneer, Show Dem Camp Legend & BAFTA-Winning Writer of My Father's Shadow 1:15:33
  14. Shallipopi on Auracle, Global Success, Creating a Sub-Genre & Working with Wizkid 57:03
  15. Joshua Baraka on East Africa's Takeover, the Decline of Afrobeats & AI in Music 1:11:45
  16. Kcee on The Limpopo Anthem & Ojapiano 1:10:40
  17. Aniko on Revolutionizing Nigeria's Rave and House Music Scene 1:09:06
  18. Wale on the Cost of Fame, Plans for Nigeria, Afrobeats’ Breakthrough Moment 1:09:41
  19. Sarz talks Global Success, Making Pop hits, and Cultural Ownership 1:19:21
  20. Afrobeats Intelligence Returns with Season 5 Today! 2:18
  21. Peruzzi on Losing His Mom, Industry, Making “Assurance” & “Risky” w Davido | Afrobeats Intelligence 52:39
  22. Director Pink On Creating Afrobeats’ Most Watched Music Videos | Afrobeats Intelligence 1:09:14
  23. Lanre Masha on Global Deals, Artist Breakouts & Afrobeats Money | Afrobeats Intelligence 1:16:53
  24. Ruger on Making Blown Boy Ru, Getting Co-Signed by Wizkid & His New Label | Afrobeats Intelligence 1:03:22
  25. Young Jonn on Life After Grief, Building Hits, TikTok Charts & World Tours | Afrobeats Intelligence 1:02:01
  26. Tiwa Savage on Motherhood, Nigerian Fame & Why Afrobeats Overlooks Women | Afrobeats Intelligence 59:57
  27. Lojay on Making 'Billions", Crafting His Sound, and Starting A Legacy | Afrobeats Intelligence 1:19:01
  28. Bella Shmurda on Losing Millions, Belief in Purpose & Knowing The Why | Afrobeats Intelligence 1:03:26
  29. Tems’ manager Donawon reveals how he built her career without clout, co-signs, or major label deals — just conviction, systems, and spirit. 1:12:29
  30. Gyakie on Fan Pressure, Fame Fatigue & Finding Peace in the Chaos | Afrobeats Intelligence 49:57
  31. Timaya Talks Record Deals & Music Business 1:01:51
  32. Joeboy gets HONEST about FANS, DM's, and the REAL Music Industry 1:09:11
  33. S3E17: Tee-Y Mix - How To Break Street Artists The Dapper Way 1:35:19
  34. S3E16: Kiing Lu - How to Sell Great Records 1:01:43
  35. S3E15: Wizard Chan - The Big Masquerade 1:28:59
  36. S3E14: CKay's EMOTIONS – Love, Loss, and Highlife 1:11:31
  37. S3E13: Smada - The Redemption Party 58:07
  38. S3E12: Kold AF - From Law School to Afrofrusion 1:02:29
  39. S3E11: Llona - How To Make ‘Homeless’ Music 1:31:31
  40. S3E10: Qing Madi - Rising Rhythms, Guided by Grace 54:05
  41. S3E9: Louddaaa: Beats, Hits & Ayra Star 1:00:53
  42. S3E8: Bien-Aimé Baraza’s Solo Adventure: Exploring New Sounds and Old Roots with Alusa Why Are You Topless? 1:02:32
  43. S3E7: Harmony 'H-Money' Samuels - Crafting Global Hits 1:15:30
  44. Lost Files E04: NSG 1:00:41
  45. Lost Files E03: Timi Dakolo 1:09:42
  46. Lost Files E1: Abdul Quam Tadese 1:00:53
  47. S3E6: Oxlade — How To Deal With Adversity 42:25
  48. S3E5: Joeboy — How To Move On 1:03:46
  49. S3E4: Steve Stoute — Independent Afrobeats To The World 31:44
  50. S3E3: Blaqbonez — Emeka Must Shine 1:22:44