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Nigeria’s Timaya Releases New Music With Plans to Feature More Soca Influences.
World renowned Nigerian singer and songwriter Timaya, also known as Don Dada and Egberi Papa 1 of Bayelsa, has released a brand new single “My Moto.”. The track is from his upcoming album, which is highly anticipated by fans and music lovers, worldwide.
A media release issued noted that “My Moto” showcases Timaya’s distinctive Afro-Caribbean sound, which fuses elements of dancehall, hip-hop, soca, and Afrobeats. Produced by award winning producer Yung Willis, the song embodies Timaya’s signature high-energy beats, catchy lyrics, and an irresistible melody that is guaranteed to get listeners moving.
“I am excited to share this new track with my fans. ‘My Moto’ is a song that will get you moving, and I can’t wait to see people dancing to it at parties, clubs, and everywhere in between,” said the artiste, adding, “It’s a reintroduction to my Afro-Caribbean sound, which a lot of my new fans & listeners didn’t get to experience, especially in this streaming era.”
Accompanying the release of the new single is a vibrant, colorful and energetic video that matches the upbeat, infectious song.
Timaya is one of Nigeria’s most popular and influential performers, who has been making music since 2005. He is the founder of DM Records Limited, which he is also signed to. He has released several hit songs and albums, such as “Dem Mama”, “Plantain Boy”, “Bum Bum”, “Don Dada”, Sanko, and “Cold Outside”. He has also collaborated with other artistes, among them, Phyno, BNXN fka Buju, Machel Montano, Sean Paul, Flavour, and Patoranking. He has won several awards and nominations for his music, including four Headies Awards, two AFRIMMA Awards, one Nigeria Music Award, and one NEA Award.
Timaya has revealed that his upcoming album will feature more of his soca influences and showcase his versatility as an artiste. “ My Moto and my upcoming album reignites the Soca elements of my repertoire and it displays the versatility to my sound, which goes beyond just AfroBeats.”
Released via DM Records / EMPIRE, “My Moto” will resonate throughout the world and pulsate the Caribbean as Timaya has done in the past.
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Popcaan Sells Out London Arena ; First Jamaican Act Since Bob Marley.
Jamaican dancehall artiste Popcaan is now credited with being the first dancehall act to sell out the Crystal Palace Bowl in London since Bob Marley. The artiste made his presence felt at the Live Nation produced Popcaan and Friends event on July 28th.
The Crystal Palace Bowl, renowned for its vibrant musical legacy, drew an exuberant crowd of over 10,000 people who came out to see Poppy and his friends in dancehall. A media release issued, highlighted the dancehall artiste’s unparalleled performance, saying he captivated fans, delivering a night of pure musical magic and cultural celebration. “From his meticulously styled hair to his perfectly curated song selections, Popcaan proudly waved the Jamaican flag high, showcasing his immense talent to the world,” the release read.
Spice, Other Acts Deliver.
Fellow dancehall artiste, Spice was also a part of the sold out event. “Adding to the evening’s excitement, the Queen of Dancehall, Spice, graced the stage with a sensational performance. Her dynamic presence and commanding vocals set the tone for an unforgettable night, leaving the audience in awe and elevating the event to unprecedented heights,” the release shared.
The event also featured the likes of special guests Soun Bwoii, who ignited the stage with his viral hit “Pump Up,” and Damon Albarn, frontman of the renowned band Gorillaz. The crowd erupted with energy when Albarn and Popcaan performed their hit collaboration, “Saturnz Barz,” creating a truly memorable moment that exemplified the seamless fusion of genres and cultures.
Popcaan was also joined on stage by his younger brother, Natebadz, who performed their collaborative track “Warrior.” The song, which has been making waves, brought a powerful energy to the show as the brothers united to deliver a performance that resonated deeply with the crowd.
Reggae legend Luciano was among the distinguished guests, attending to enjoy the show and lend his support, symbolizing the deep roots of Jamaican music from which dancehall has evolved. The event also drew the attention of international stars like former Manchester United footballer Patrice Evra and actor Michael Ward, known for his role in the hit Netflix series Top Boy, both of whom attended to show their support and appreciation for Popcaan’s historic night.
The landmark event reflects the dancehall genre’s steady influence and the powerful resonance of Jamaican culture in the global music landscape.
“I am humbled and incredibly proud to make history here in London for my family and the entire Jamaica. This is a dream come true, and I want to thank all my Unruly fans for their unwavering support. Together, we’ve shown the world the power of dancehall music,” said Poppy.
