9 Talented Nigerian Artistes You Have Never Heard About

Date: 28-07-2016 10:56 am (7 years ago) | Author: CLARA JANCITA
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Music pundits often say, ‘to succeed in music, talent is never enough‘, but its surely the starting point. Thousands of super-talented musicians languish in obscurity for varying reasons while they watch ‘less talented’ singers take the shine, win awards and become superstars.
In this piece, we beam our spotlight on talented musicians that are yet to hit the limelight.
Falana

The energy Falana exudes when she performs is simply out of this world. And when she plays the box drum? Fire!
She performed recently at the Asa Live In Lagos concert and she practically stole the show with her exceptional talent, poise and delivery.
Whenever she is putting together her pop-up concert series, try your best to attend. Watch her ingenious cover of Fela’s ‘Lady’
Lindsey Abudei

Often called an ‘alternative singer’ Lindsey Abudei has an amazing talent and an out of the world vocal delivery. She stole hearts with her 2014 EP Brown.
Now Lindsey has released a full length album And the Bass Is Queen; best believe this album is fire. In fact, it is yet to get a negative review from critics since its release
Odunsi The Engine

For those who know him, Odunsi has been tagged as the new sound of afro-fusion in Nigeria. He’s a very talented artiste as well as producer.
One listen to his sound and you’ll most likely become a fan instantly.
Yela       

A banker by day and musician the rest of the time, Yela describes himself as an afrocentric R&B artiste. He released his debut EP Gidi + the Undertow early this year and hasn’t looked back since. Songs that stand out on the EP are ‘Boxes’, ‘Dance Wiv Me’ and ‘Johni Walka’.
Lady Donli

UK based Nigerian artiste Zainab otherwise called Lady Donli hails from Kaduna State but was born in Cleveland, Ohio.
Lady Donli is an alternative artiste  who first came into the scene with her single ‘Nothing On Me’ in 2013. Her sound will instantly remind you of Nina Simone, Sade, Frank Sinatra, Andre 3000, Lauryn Hill and Erykah Badu.
Jinmi Abduls
From ‘Superman’ to ‘Pose’ to ‘Tinuke Eko’, Jinmi never fails to impress on all his songs.
Even the meanest of critics will surely appreciate his sound and talent.
Kaline

Kaline is a singer-songwriter and pianist who has a B. Music in Film Scoring from Berklee College of Music.
Her single ‘Tell You Of My Love’ will get you hooked on her sound.
Austin Tay Iwar

Its almost impossible to believe that Tay Iwar is a 19-year old Bantu Collective artiste.
His talent and creativity is on another level. He dropped one of the most talked about mixtapes by an emerging artiste in April 2014.
This Nigerian recording artist, singer, songwriter, composer, audio engineer and music producer is everything and more.
Ayo Awosika

If you haven’t heard any of Ayo Awosika’s music, you may decide to keep it that way because the moment you do, you are hooked.
A singer–songwriter, music director and music teacher based in New York, she recently released her debut album We Best Not Wait. Ayo’s performance at the Lagos Jazz Series back in 2014 stands out.


Posted: at 28-07-2016 10:56 AM (7 years ago) | Hero
- maxzy277 at 28-07-2016 11:00 AM (7 years ago)
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I'll work on them all one after the other. One Love Smiley
Posted: at 28-07-2016 11:00 AM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- beneno at 28-07-2016 11:22 AM (7 years ago)
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 Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Roll Eyes
Posted: at 28-07-2016 11:22 AM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- BournIdentity at 28-07-2016 11:33 AM (7 years ago)
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Ok, ,, make naijapals do help dem give dem lebel abi wetin una dey wait for...?
Posted: at 28-07-2016 11:33 AM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- beneno at 28-07-2016 12:09 PM (7 years ago)
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This girl for the last pic Ayo Awosika never even make am she don dey do illuminaty sign,if to say Ni she come dey Tiwa Save,Omawumi or Yemi Alade level I wonder the sign she for dey give  Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Roll Eyes
Posted: at 28-07-2016 12:09 PM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- CHRISETTE at 28-07-2016 12:17 PM (7 years ago)
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Will check them out
Posted: at 28-07-2016 12:17 PM (7 years ago) | Hero
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- slimmygal at 28-07-2016 01:22 PM (7 years ago)
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Ok, seen. Will see to dre matter soon.
Posted: at 28-07-2016 01:22 PM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- slimmygal at 28-07-2016 01:24 PM (7 years ago)
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Ok, seen. Will see to dre matter soon.
Posted: at 28-07-2016 01:24 PM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- kison at 28-07-2016 01:45 PM (7 years ago)
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WHAT OF KOLLY DEE...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxl3GlHhJ9I
Posted: at 28-07-2016 01:45 PM (7 years ago) | Hero
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- OLUCHI5 at 28-07-2016 02:14 PM (7 years ago)
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me too dey talented.
Posted: at 28-07-2016 02:14 PM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- gogoman at 28-07-2016 03:49 PM (7 years ago)
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what about @ FREETHINKER
Posted: at 28-07-2016 03:49 PM (7 years ago) | Grande Master
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- morgan1 at 28-07-2016 05:18 PM (7 years ago)
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 Roll Eyes
Posted: at 28-07-2016 05:18 PM (7 years ago) | Hero
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- EDDYPRINCE at 28-07-2016 06:29 PM (7 years ago)
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WILL FIND OUT ABOUT THEM
Posted: at 28-07-2016 06:29 PM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- okatee at 28-07-2016 11:04 PM (7 years ago)
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OGA POSTER, ME NO KNOW ANYTYN ABT DEM OOO
Posted: at 28-07-2016 11:04 PM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- winace at 29-07-2016 06:20 AM (7 years ago)
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OK we are waiting for their music to bring them out.
Posted: at 29-07-2016 06:20 AM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- CHRISETTE at 4-08-2016 07:23 PM (7 years ago)
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Love their song
Posted: at 4-08-2016 07:23 PM (7 years ago) | Hero
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