On this episode, we’re joined once again by Dark Phoenix, making her the first returning guest on the podcast. As a music video producer, she brings a unique perspective on both the creative and business side of the industry.

We dive into some of the biggest conversations right now — Tems vs Tyla, Asake’s upcoming run, Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind, and the ongoing situation between Mr Eazi’s company and Bad Bunny. We also touch on emerging sounds, artist positioning, and how culture is shaping the direction of music.

• Is Tems a bigger artist than Tyla right now?
• Tyla is more likely to win over any African artist in a major U.S. award
• Asake might drop the best Afrobeats album in 2026
• Boy Alone was better than Love, Damini
• Is 2Baba the greatest songwriter in Nigerian music?
• P-Square vs 2Baba
• Ice Prince is an icon, but not a legend
• Omah Lay’s Clarity of Mind is solid, but not “best in 20 years” level
• Is Clarity of Mind just Omah Lay easing out of Keyqaad?
• WELCOME 2 THE VILLE might be better than YP & Azanti 2
• Boy Spyce tried a conscious lane, but it didn’t feel authentic
• Mr Eazi’s emPawa vs Bad Bunny
• Wizkid remains the most awarded African artist at the MOBOs
• The Homecoming lineup felt too niche, not for everyone
• Is it fair that people say Fola and Shoday make “lash tech” music?
• Shoday is getting bigger bags than Fola right now
• Shoday isn’t touching Kizz Daniel’s level yet