More Branches Unplugged — New Music Weekend!

Welcome to 2020! It’s a new year and you know what that means, great new music to find. Even at the start of the year, there’s so much new music being released that it’s tasking for even the most dedicated music-heads to wade through the trash to discover the true gems.

So we’re here to guide you with a weekly recap of the best new Nigerian music you should definitely hear.

Slippin Away – LadiPoe Feat. Dami Oniru

Recently signed Mavins Records rapper, LadiPoe, is back with week 3 of his ‘Revival Sunday’series, teaming up with alte R&B queen, Dami Oniru to deliver the contemporary Trap&B song dubbed Slippin’Away. The track, highly reminiscent of the Jhene Aiko and Kendrick Lamar collaboration, Stay Ready, sees Poe delivering polished soliloquies over a woozy beat as he laments about the diminishing energy of his love interest in their relationship, while Dami assists with her soft and sultry vocals. The song is produced by London and engineered by Remy Baggins.

Stream the track here.

Quilox – Zlatan

Critically-acclaimed street artist and latest record label boss, Zlatan, starts off his decade with the release of his new track, Quilox. On this new record, Zlatan shares a vital message to his people/fans. ‘All man for himself’, he repetitively reminds everyone to fight for themselves and secure their own happiness and success. The track is produced by Mansa Jabulani and frequent collaborating producer, Rexxie.

Stream the single here.

Money Play – Burna Boy

African Giant, Burna Boy has proved time and time again to be as hardworking as ever. Moving on from his Grammy nominated album and amid a sold out world tour, Burna still found time to drop a track over the holidays for his fans. Produced by, the record depicts Burna as the tireless hustler we all know and love. ‘I dey where the money dey, show me where the money dey’, he asserts on the record.

Listen and enjoy here.

Korede White – Chocolate

Fresh from our submissions stash, Afro-Pop singer, KoredeWhite provides this gem that is Chocolate. The upbeat track sees the artist crooning playful words of admiration for his love interest.

Stream the record here.

Work Chop Flex – PhillyBlack

Dipping into our submissions stash again, rapper, PhillyBlackprovides his latest release, Work Chop Flex. The record finds the artist delivering crisp flows in his steely, baritone voice over a midtempo beat, rapping about the prevalent daily struggles of a young male in Nigeria, just trying to get by.

Stream the track here.

Sunset Resonance – Sus Bully & Blackeys

UK based rapper, Sus Bully teamed up with producer Blackeys for this lo fi hip hop track. Coloured with soulful undertones, the record sees the rapper delivering assertive flows about finding solace through escapism.

Listen and enjoy here!

Bounce – Yinka Bernie Feat. Joyce Olong

The return of the dream team! For his first release in forever, afro-fusion artist, Yinka Bernie paired up with frequent collaborator and neo-soul singer, Joyce Olong to deliver yet another astounding performance over the holidays.

Stream the single here.

Runaway Lover AKT Feat. Ajebutter22

AKT is a fast rising with a row of singles to probe he’s here to stay. On his latest single, he teams up with Ajebutter22 for a new track titled, “Runaway Lover“, produced by Timmy.

Stream it here.

Hella Night PSIV

Last year was a rollercoaster for PSIV. With the release of his first two singles; “Too Fly” and “Side Tings”, the artiste, real name Pius Bankong, had a major boost in publicity; streams and landing gigs like Lemon Curd, Surge Fest and headlining Lucid Nights in September.

Yesterday, he continued his super streak with the release of “Hella Night”, his first offering of 2020. Over a hard beat, he delivers even harder with bars about appreciating the finer things of life while living in the fast lane. Pretty women, cars and money, what else could you want?

Stream it here.

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