In his new album Shakespopi with a tracklist boasting 9 songs, perhaps to cut down on fillers, Shallipopi is still nowhere near winning the hearts of his critics; the pressure is well-deserved, if you’re celebrated then you have to do more.
Ultimately, Shallipopi’s endeavor to elevate himself through his second studio album, Shakespopi, which has made it to the Spotify Nigeria and Apple Music charts, in no way showcases masterful creativity or experimentation
Nigerian superstar Rema, fresh off his monumental success with the Selena Gomez-featured ‘Calm Down,’ has launched a new era with...
Rema isn't big on songwriting, but he lets his brilliance shine through occasionally on a few songs. The major statement of this album isn't lyrical brilliance but a daring experiment of sounds. On HEIS, Rema defies all the rules and limitations many artists impose on their craft
When he cannot productively focus this energy, however, what emerges is an inordinate mess, like the repetitive OZEBA. Working with high octane sounds means Rema often straddles the divide between irritating noise and a beautiful madness; and there are those who will think he has placed his album firmly in the former.