Critic Circle | African Pop Culture, Music & Trends

Mr Eazi Dropped “Legalize” On This Day, Three Years Ago,(See Now)

Mr Eazi On June 10, 2022, released the captivating single “Legalize”, a heartfelt tribute that blends Afro‑pop melody with a deeply personal story.

Owaxx Re-Engineers Self, Drops New Single “Bad Boy”

For Owaxx, formerly known as Owizzy, his new single “Bad Boy” is not just another track. It is a bold statement of growth, identity, and personal reinvention.

Squid Game Season 3 (Complete) [Download TV Series]

In Squid Game Season 3 — Hundreds of cash-strapped players accept a strange invitation to compete in children’s games. Inside, a tempting prize awaits with deadly high stakes.

10 Nigerian Streetwear Brands Redefining Urban Fashion in 2025

Discover the new wave of Nigerian streetwear labels setting global trends. From Lagos skate culture to influencer-led fashion houses, these 10 brands are pushing African streetwear to the forefront of global style.

Dotun Speaks On Poor Curation, Cites Presence Of ‘Ageism In Music’

Dotun 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.

Rema’s ‘Rave & Roses (Ultra)’ Surpasses 3 Billion Streams on YouTube Music

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema has achieved a historic milestone with his debut album, Rave & Roses (Ultra), surpassing 3 billion streams on YouTube Music.

Nigerian artists Favi and Huloo have teamed up to release Road To Gas + Light (Unmixed & Unmastered) — a raw, emotionally-charged body of work created between 2021 and 2023. Serving as a prelude to their forthcoming joint project Gas+Light, scheduled for release later this year, this tape is now available exclusively on Audiomack and SoundCloud. Road To Gas + Light is not just a warm-up — it’s a time capsule. Across seven tracks, the duo opens up their vault to share moments of vulnerability, late-night sessions, and creative experimentation that shaped their evolution. The songs, intentionally left unmixed and unmastered, offer fans a front-row seat to their unfiltered artistry. From introspective tracks like “The Story of CK” and “6AM in Chevron” to the emotionally textured “WBTF” and “Omo : Omo : Omo”, the project features contributions from Zayy the Dino, Kossii, and Reezybag — each adding a unique touch to the experience. “We created this project as a way to clear the archive and share the honest, unfinished moments that led us here,” said Favi. “It’s like reading our drafts before the final chapter drops,” added Huloo. While Road To Gas + Light serves as a reflection of the past, it also builds anticipation for what’s ahead. The official Gas+Light project is currently in the works and expected to drop later in 2025 — a fully realized body of work that continues the narrative started here. TRACKLIST 1. The Story of CK – Favi & Huloo 2. 6AM in Chevron – Favi & Huloo 3. Slide – Favi & Huloo 4. Allow – Favi & Huloo ft. Kossii & Reezybag 5. Omo : Omo : Omo – Favi & Huloo ft. Zayy the Dino 6. WBTF – Favi & Huloo ft. Zayy the Dino 7. Huloo’s Outro All songs on this tape were recorded between 2021 and 2023. LISTEN NOW 📍 Audiomack – audiomack.com 📍 SoundCloud – soundcloud.com

Favi & Huloo Unveil Exclusive Collab Tape, Road To Gas + Light

Nigerian artiste(s) Favi and Huloo have teamed up to release Road To Gas + Light (Unmixed & Unmastered), a raw, emotionally-charged body of work created between 2021 and 2023. Serving as a…

Sommie Bounce And His Journey So Far (See Details)

Nwosu Somtochukwu professionally known as Sommie Bounce, is a Nigerian Afro-pop sensation making significant strides in the music industry.

Blvck Avenue: The Rise of a Hybrid Creative

Becoming Blvck Avenue —The Journey to Being the Hybrid Creative

In this piece, we explore the transformative journey of Olague Aisosa Jeff, also known as Blvck Avenue, as he evolves into a true Hybrid Creative — a remarkable testament to his growth, versatility, and vision in the world of content creation.