Nigerian broadcaster and media personality Oladotun “Dotun” Ojuolape Kayode popularly known as Do2dtun has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to issue a fiery rebuke to modern music curators for what he describes as a rising “pandemic” of ageism in music criticism.
On X, Dotun writes:
“Ageism in music is becoming a pandemic. If u picked your knowledge of music from when you were born, fair but don’t curate music abt a time you don’t know without proper research & call it fact. Some of you disrespect songs & musicians just cos they were not or made in your time.”
He warns that without at least a decade of professional experience ranging from charting, music curation, recording, statistics, or marketing, no one has “business curating a list affirming who is No 1 or not.” “Curating charts with personal opinion and calling it fact is a crime,” he asserts.
Dotun further clarifies the divide between obsession and expertise:
“A music enthusiast is not a music curator. Your love for music is not enough to make you a music critic or connoisseur. If you have a strong interest, develop it by acquiring knowledge, getting an education in that field or working in that space that champions your passion.”
He warns that contemporary lists often lack depth: “I see weak charts with little or no punch… just charts created based on vibes. No statistics, jst for clicks & absolutely demeaning to the craft.” To those creating music blogs, he says, “Please do your research… some of you are very misinformed, very bland; have no standards, despise knowledge & encourage ageism.”
Dotun concludes with a powerful reminder:
“What is old is not bad. What is old can be timeless. Music is ageless.”
He urges respect for past contributions, even if artists have faded from the spotlight, highlighting the resurgence and sampling culture that keeps legacy sounds alive.
This stance isn’t new for Dotun. In January, he criticized the longevity of recent Nigerian music, calling it a numbers game driven by haste over substance. Now, he takes aim at curation culture, emphasizing rigorous research, statistical backing, and genuine standards over clickbait and fleeting trends.
