The.Wav NG
The.Wav NG is a podcast dedicated to Afropop music, offering analysis, the best music, and current conversations. Hosted by Djaji Prime and The Bamyy, each episode explores the ABCs of Afropop, making it an essential listen for fans of the genre.
Episodes
Davido’s Coachella Pay, Tyla’s Grammy Chances & Is Wizkid Too Cool? [45]
This week Djaji & Karris react to fresh bangers by Fally Ipupa, Wizkid, Tyla, Morravey, Yemi Alade, and discuss Davido's backstage moments with Tyla.Cover artists: Tyla & Ayra StarrFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavngWe also dive deep into the tough questions:- How much did Davido actually get paid for Coachella Weekend 2?- Can Tyla win a Grammy in the Traditional
Afrobeats Takes Over Coachella 2026: Davido's Set, Wizkid & Tems with Justin Bieber, Beefs & MORE! [44]
This week, we explore Afrobeats at Coachella including Davido's set at Coachella, Tems and Wizkid featuring during Bieber's set, Odumodu and Blaqbonez continuing their beef, Michael Jackson's successor, and much more!Cover artists: Omah Lay, Burna Boy & DJ TunezFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavng00:00 - Intro01:03 - Reviewing New Music07:01 - Diamond Platnumz
Omah Lay's New Album, Burna Boy & DJ Tunez Fight PLUS MORE [43]
This week, the crew of Afropop’s Most Essential [Djaji, Karris & Moji] dive into Omah Lay's new album "Clarity of Mind", Burna Boy's fight with DJ Tunez, Tems conversation with Angie Martinez, and much more!Cover artists: Omah Lay, Burna Boy & DJ TunezFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavngTIMESTAMPS0:00 - Intro5:03 - New Music: Shy Lover [Mavo]11:58 -
Why Fimi Is An Artist You NEED TO LISTEN TO | AFROPOP'S MOST ESSENTIAL
Meet Fimi With The Flow - the Nigerian rapper who's turning heads and breaking barriers with unapologetic bars!Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavngTIMESTAMPS0:00 - INTRO2:17 - Who is Fimi?5:30 - What Inspired Fimi To Become A Rapper7:50 - How Doja Cat, Olamide & others Inspire Fimi9:22 - The Message Behind "Preacher Man"10:31 - How Fimi wrote "Cold Outside"15:16 - Fimi'
NEGATIVE PR: Omotola, Burna Boy & The Rise of BAD Publicity [41]
With the rise of “bad press” circulating online around celebrities, the crew of Afropop’s Most Essential [Djaji, Karris & Moji] debate if negative PR has become a normal publicity strategy. The crew examine the controversy around Nollywood legend Dr Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde refusing to introduce herself in a viral clip, if Burna Boy is leaving Atlantic records to focus on Spaceship records.Plus
Women & Afropop: Ayra Starr, Tems, Tiwa & The Afrobeats BIG 4 [40]
As March marks women's history month, TheWavNG's hosts [Djaji, Karris & Moji] celebrate the role of women in defining Afropop/ Afrobeats culture as they examine new music from Ayra Starr, Tiwa Savage's attempts at providing opportunities to young creatives, Tems' cultural dominance, and much more!Cover artists: Ayra Starr, Simi, Tems, Tiwa Savage, Tyla & Yemi AladeFollow us
Cazulee: From Hustle Mode To Boss Mode | AFROPOP'S MOST ESSENTIAL
Cazulee joins The.WavNG host Djaji Prime to share The Hustle Mode Boss Mode Story, working with TML on Hallelujah & The Importance of Hardwork. Cover artist: CazuleeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavngTimestamps0:00 - Intro1:55 - The meaning Behind Hustle Mode/ Boss Mode3:00 - If Sapa Day catch you, no sleep!4:14 - I make music for the soul, good music6:29 - I make more t
Yarden On "Muse" & Reaching 1 BILLION Streams | AFROPOP'S MOST ESSENTIAL
Nigerian pop-star Yarden joins The.Wav NG's Djaji Prime in the maiden edition of our series "Afropop's Most Essential" to discuss his new EP "Muse", his experiences clearing the sample for his hit "Wetin", his goal of reaching 1 billion streams, and much more!Cover artist: YardenFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewavngTimestamps0:00 - Intro1:30 - People Only want to listen to you
We Told Them: Burna Boy, Ruger & Tekno New Album Reviews [37]
With Burna Boy's international marketing for new album "I Told Them", Djaji Prime & The Bamyy examine his narrative of feeling underappreciated by Nigerians, what "I Told Them" sounds like and whether Burna is a good Nigerian Ambassador. They also discuss new albums from Ruger & Tekno, Jonzing World's new album, and much more.
Cover artist: Burna Boy
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Lifesize Teddy, Streaming Farms & Seyi Vibez In London [36]
This week on Afropop's most Essential audio magazine; Djaji Prime & The Bamyy examine new Mavins signee "Lifesize teddy", delve into the essence of streaming farms, define what an industry plant is, and analyze exactly who Seyi Vibez' target demo is. They also discuss Olamide's "Unruly", Wani & Sarz and much more!
Cover artist: Lifesize Teddy
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Travis’ “UTOPIA”, Wiz”Mid” & The Headies [35]
This week Djaji Prime & The Bamyy return to discuss their picks for the Headies Awards 2023, discuss Wizkid's Tottenham stadium concert, and give their first review of Travis Scott's "Utopia". They also discuss Liya's new singles "I'm Done" & "Powerful", and the drama/ rumours surrounding her departure from Davido's DMW.
Cover artist: Trav
Is Fireboy Done (?): Davido's Cheating & Asake's Enigma [34]
On this week's episode, Djaji Prime and The Bamyy share their thoughts on yet another new album from Seyi Vibez, dissect Davido's cheating scandal, discuss Fireboy's latest music and much more!
Cover artist: Fireboy
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
2:57 - Lady Donli's New Single
6:15 - "Till Thy Kingdom Come" Review
9:53
Seyi Vibez vs Asake II: New Albums & Omah Lay's Deluxe [33]
This week Djaji Prime & The Bamyy have the definitive answer to the Asake v Seyi Vibez debate as the two street-hop juggernauts drop new albums, plus their takes on Omah Lay’s “Boy Alone” deluxe and more.
Cover artists: Asake & Seyi Vibez
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
3:32 - "Boy Alone" Deluxe Album Review
8:24 - Afro-Intro
Davido & The New Cats: Burna Boy, Zilla Oaks & Bloody CIV [32]
In this episode of The.Wav NG Podcast, Afropop's most essential duo Djaji Prime & The Bamyy discuss Davido's shady comments towards Burna Boy, Zilla Oaks' departure from Apex Village, Bloody Civilian's new EP "Anger Management", as well as KCEE's "Ojapiano" and much more.
Cover artists: Davido, Burna Boy & Bloody Civilian
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Elon Musk Boys (&Girls): Renewed Hope & Art As Commodity (31)
Afropop's most dynamic duo, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy return for another jam packed edition of the show. In this edition they breakdown new releases from Joeboy, Nonso Amadi & others, examine the "Yahoo" connections on Elon Musk boys, discuss art as a commodity following coronation and inauguration performances from Tiwa Savage & Buju/ BNXN respectively, and much more!
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Legend or No Legend: Wande Coal's Album, Met Fits & The Price of Creativity [30]
This is week on Afropop's most essential show, Djaji Prime and The Bamyy dissect Burna Boy & Tems' Met Gala fits, discuss Rema's "secret" show, give praise to Victor Osimhen, preview what to expect from Wande Coal's upcoming album "Legend or No Legend", and much more.
Cover artist: Tems
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Timestamps
New Hov: Rema's Deluxe, Fave's "Homophobia" & Has Niniola Fallen Off? [29]
It's another jam-packed edition of Afropop's most essential show! This week Djaji Prime & The Bamyy discuss new music from Zlatan, Rema's "Rave & Roses" Deluxe, homophobic statements from Fave & Israel DMW, plus Niniola's current trajectory, and more.
Cover artist: Rema
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Davido’s “Tim
Afro-HyperPop & Nigerian Music Videos: Odunsi, Seyi Vibez & Gangs Of Lagos [28]
This week on The.Wav NG, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy discuss Easter Weekend shows in Lagos, including Odunsi's first headline show in the city, the emergence of "Hyperpop", "Jersey Club Mix" & other diverse sounds in Nigerian music, Lagos state government's problem with "Gangs of Lagos", music videos from Davido, Seyi Vibez, Adekunle Gold, and much more!
Timeless GOATs: Davido & Paybac New Albums, Declan Rice & Abuja's Role In Music [27]
In this episode, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy share their opinions on new albums from Davido, Paybac, and Odumodu Blvck's new single "Declan Rice". The.Wav NG duo also discuss Abuja's role in the music industry, speak to Bloody Civilian and much more.
Cover artists: Davido, Paybac & Odumodu Blvck
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TIMESTAMPS
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The Great Halftime Show: Rihanna's Superbowl, Afropop NBA Show, Rema & MORE [26]
This week on The.Wav NG Podcast, Djaji Prime and The Bamyy discuss Rema's new singles "Holiday" & "Reason You", his NBA All Star halftime performance alongside Tems & Burna, Rihanna's Super Bowl performance, Ayra Starr's "Sability" video, Burna Boy's AKA tribute, plus MUCH MORE!
Cover Artist: Rema
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Starrbility: Ayra Starr's Single, Seun Kuti v Mr P, Amapiano's International Push [25]
Djaji Prime & The Bamyy return this week to discuss the response to Ayra Starr's new single "Sability", how Amapiano artists have taken over TikTok, Mr P's back and forth with Seun Kuti, Cruel Santino/ Poco Lee & much more!
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
0:52 - Afropop-Corner (Wahala Report)
3:58 - Santi x Poco Lee
6:12 - Maison2500 x Yea
No Love : Grammys, Yoga & Alphas [E24]
This week, Djaji & The Bamyy discuss their Grammy predictions, the meaning behind Asake "Yoga", Blaqbonez' new song "Breaking The Yoke of Love" & his opinions on Love, Seyi Vibez receiving attacks from parts of the Muslim community, Portable x Trippie Redd & much more.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Start
4:35 - Zlatan x Seyi Vibez
7:53 - P
Seyi Vibez vs Asake, Wizkid x Davido Tour & MORE [23]
Welcome to '23! The.Wav NG's dynamic duo of Djaji Prime & The Bamyy return to discuss comparisons between Seyi Vibez & Asake, their projections for Afropop in 2023, Wizkid & Davido's joint tour, & much more!
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
2:52 - Teni's Rebrand
4:48 - Naira Marley Resurgence
8:14 - Somadina's EP & Nigeria's Alt
Best Afropop/ Afrobeats Artists of 2022 | The.Wav NG
It’s been an amazing year of Afropop. As we take a moment to end what remains of 2022, The.Wav NG presents a definitive list of the best artists in Afropop/ Afrobeats of the year.
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Where will Asake, Wizkid, Ruger, Tems, Ayra Starr and other Nigerian/ Ghanaian pop-stars land on the list? Let’s find out!
TIMESTAMPS
0:34 - Seyi Vibez (10)
1:04
More Love: Wizkid's New Album, YP SZN 3 & Asake [21]
In this episode of The.Wav NG podcast Djaji Prime and The Bamyy give their initial thoughts on Wizkid's "More Love Less Ego", Psycho YP's YP SZN 3, how Wiz helped Naira Marley find himself, the music industry using Asake, Lagos Fashion Week and much more.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Introduction
6:15 - Azanti: Expect nothing
9:56 - First Thoug
Hermez: Bridging Nigeria & America, "Oasis" & Heartfelt Music [20]
Hermez joins The.Wav NG's The Bamyy to discuss bridging the gap between America & Nigeria, his new project "Oasis", developing his voice, musical inspirations, and much more!
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
1:58 - Who Is Hermez?
3:56 - Developing his voice/ musical influences
4:44 - How Hermez stays inspired
7:25 - Hermez's most heartfelt
Liya, DMW Superstar on "Alari", Davido, NEW MUSIC & Collaboration with SIMI [19]
DMW superstar Liya discusses the emotions behind her debut project "Alari", how her "Adua" remix with Simi happened, Davido & being on the DMW roster.
Liya also describes what it's being like performing around the world, maintaining positive mental health, her new music, upcoming live headline show, and much more!
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00
Azanti, Nigeria's Youngest Pop Star Discusses "Getting Hot", Working With Sarz, Psycho YP & MORE [18]
Pop star, Azanti joins The.Wav NG crew as the first guest on the show to discuss his new single "Getting Hot", representing Nigeria in the diaspora, what it's been like working with Sarz on their much anticipated album, experimenting, & Psycho YP's friendship.
The singer/ songwriter also teases a possible Def Jam deal, what it's like balancing school and music, and much more!
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Afropop [101]: Fireboy's Playboy, Tems' Tokenism & The New Big Three [17]
This week on Afropop's most essential show, our dynamic duo, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy trade their thoughts on all the latest happenings in the world of Afropop culture, including Fireboy's "Playboy" album, Tems' appearance on Beyoncé's album, defining what Afropop is and much more!
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Timestamps
0:00 - Spotlight track (Flowers - Mer
Big Tems Stay Winning, Omah Lay's "Boy Alone" & MORE - [16]
Afropop’s most essential show is back! This week Djaji Prime & The Bamyy celebrate Tems’ continued global success, dissect Omah Lay’s debut album “Boy Alone”, and discuss drama involving Asa, Ruger, Buju/ BNXN, and much more!
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Timestamps
2:52 - Pop Corner recap
6:18 - P Square new single
11:00 - Ruger vs Buju/ BNXN
23:39 - Omah Lay vs
Creative Chemistry: Love Damini, Rolling Loud-Gate, Asake & TG Omori - [15]
This week, Afropop’s most dynamic duo; Djaji Prime & The Bamyy dissect Burna Boy’s latest studio album “Love, Damini” and debate whether Burna Boy need to drop an album so soon after his Grammy-award winning album “Twice As Tall”.
The crew also discuss the new collaborative album from A-Q, Blaqbonez, MI Abaga and Loose Kaynon on “LAMB”, how Asake has inspired TG Omori’s video direction, Afropo
New Journalists: Feat Simi, Naira Marley & Cruel Santino - [14]
In this edition of The.Wav NG, hosts Djaji Prime & The Bamyy address recent criticism of their opinions from fans & Fresh L, review new albums from Simi & Naira Marley, and examine whether or not Cruel Santino has sabotaged his career. This and much more on Afropop’s most essential show.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
4:53 - Ad
Is Rema Overrated? [13] #TheWavNG
In this week's episode, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy are joined by Shin to discuss the reception to Rema's album 1 month later, Asake's "Palazzo" v "Last Last", whether Davido's "Stand Strong" is a good single, Burna Boy & Wizkid's evolution over the years, and much more.
Timestamps
0:27 - Palazzo v Loving You v Last Last v Stand Strong
2:22 - Stand Strong Is Forgettable
6:51 - Last Laast v Pal
The Problem with Nigerian Hip Hop [12] - Feat MI, Psycho YP & DNDSection
In the first episode of season 2 of "The.Wav NG", Djaji Prime and The Bamyy have an in-depth conversation on Nigerian Hip-Hop, breaking down the Twitter beef between MI Abaga, & Joey Akan; Psycho YP and DNDSection's trading diss tracks, Bamyy's problem with Fresh L, Dababy in Nigeria and much more.
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TIMESTAMP
0:00 - Introduction
1:13 -
Examining Rave & Roses [11]
Following the release of Rema’s highly anticipated debut album, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy review their initial thoughts on "Rave & Roses".
Later, they discuss it’s features including songs with Chris Brown & 6lack, examining the influences on the project, including the distinct sounds of Wizkid, debating if Rema’s debut lifts from "Made In Lagos".
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Rema's Debut Album, Next Rated & Afropop Marketing - [10]
In this week’s episode, Djaji Prime & The Bamyy examine what to expect from Rema’s debut album “Rave & Roses”, what it takes to be a Nigerian pop-star, The Headies nominees for this year’s Next Rated Award, 30BG vs Wizkid FC, and much more!
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
3:21 - Rema's album listening
14:06 -What makes a Nigerian popstar
29:14 -Is It Harder Being A Female Artist?
41:38 - 30
Zino's Arrest, Asa Album & Mowalola The Fraud - [09]
In this week's episode, Djaji Prime and The Bamy discuss the latest music releases in Afropop, including new music from Nonso Amadi, Olamide & Wande Coal, Paybac and more. They also discuss Asa's new album "V", Zinoleesky and Mohbad's arrest by NDLEA agents, Mowalola/ Motherland rape allegations and much more.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
2:29 - Week Recap
5:23 - Nonso Amadi Returns
8:35 - Wande Co
The.Wav [08] - Behind The Scenes Schemes
On another explosive episode of#Afropop's most essential show, Djaji and Bamy review the latest music, including new releases from Teezee, Zinoleesky and Blaqbonez, examine the behind the scenes schemes in Afropop's global agenda, BNXN (Buju) namechange, same-sexlove and much more.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
7:42 - No man is worthy of Rihanna
8:29 - Riri Bday/ legacy
10:36 - Can
The Wav [07] - No One Asked For This Sextape
This week on Afropop’s most essential show, we take a look at Rema’s new single Calm Down, Fireboy’s new Peru remix that no one asked for, Buju’s music NFT venture, Sextape leaks, Tik Tok & Social media, and much more.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
5:47 - Rema, Calm Down Review
6:57 - Fireboy Peru Remix feat. 21 Savage breakdown
9:53 - Basketmouth, Horoscopes Album
11:24 - Buju To Release Music NFT
The Wav [06] - Twitter Bants 2 Save The Tribe
With the new year slowly gaining momentum, the unbanning of twitter has brought about very interesting conversations in Nigerian pop-culture. This week Djaji Prime addresses Ruger slander, Maison2500's Buffcore, Nigeria at AFCON2021, and much more. Time stamps below:
0:00 - Bella Shmurda Birthday/ ExPRESSION Anniversary
6:43 - Ruger Slander
10:3 6- Lady Donli on Colors
11:26 - Fave (Riddim 5) Rev
Top 15 Afropop Songs of 2021
2021 has been a magical year of music releases. In helping to document the Afropop culture, The.Wav chronicles the Top 15 Nigerian songs that captured the hearts and minds of music lovers all over the world.
From Adekunle Gold's "High" with Davido, "Essence" with Wizkid and Tems, "Ozumba Mbadiwe", Fireboy's "Peru", Buju's relentless feature domination on songs like "feeling" and so much more, her
The Wav [04] - Spaceships to Yonda
In this episode of Afropop's most essential show, The.Wav, Djaji Prime and The Bamy examine the top stories making news in Afropop culture, including Asa's new single Mayana, and her significance in today's music, paying homage to the memory of Virgil Abloh, Wizkid's historic o2 performance, Burna vs Davido and many other juicy topics.
The.Wav wouldn't be complete without the very best new music,
The Wav [03] - Three's The Magic Number
In this explosive episode of The .Wav, Djaji Prime is joined by new co-hosts Dan Akins & The Bamy, as they examine new music, friction between DJ Neptune & Rema, Afropop at the Grammys, Chimamanda's "Becoming Lagos article, and who is artist of the year between Tems, Buju and Bella Shmurda.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
4:10 - New Music Recap (Sean Tizzle, Ruger, Alpha P & Vi
The Wav [02] - Step Into The Wav
In this episode of Afropop's most essential show; The . Wav, Djaji Prime examines new projects from Niniola, Reekado Banks, Davido's birthday charity, and what the Metaverse, and virtual reality could mean for the African tech and entertainment sectors.
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