On the 19th of June, where the industry’s finest showed up and showed out, Olamide brought Lagos to a momentary halt as he hosted a high-profile listening session for his self-titled new album OLAMIDÉ, that dropped yesterday, June 19.
The event was a collision of legends, tastemakers, and young stars—from the pioneers who helped shape Nigerian sound to the creatives currently pushing its global frontiers. Draped in a sharp steel-blue suit and signature locs, Baddo was all class and charisma as he welcomed collaborators, producers, media, and fans into the world of his latest body of work.
The night doubled as a celebration of the album’s collaborators—names like Wizkid, Seyi Vibez, Young Jonn, Pheelz, Asake, Spinall, Darkoo, Magicsticks, Popcaan, and Muyeez all featured among Olamide’s gracious shout-outs. With beats shaped by elite producers like P.Priime, Eskeez, Semzi, Yung Willis, and Fxrtune, the album promises a rich fusion of sounds—from Afro-street to R&B, amapiano to alternative rap.
Big thanks to every beautiful soul that made this possible,” Olamide posted in a heartfelt message, tagging over 30 collaborators who have contributed to this chapter. The moment felt both intimate and expansive: a nod to his journey and a bridge to a new era.
From cozy clinks of champagne to the flash of camera phones, the ambiance was rich and reverent—exactly what you’d expect from a cultural architect who’s never rested on past glory. With tracks now On-Air and features all over airplays , OLAMIDÉ is already one of 2025’s most appreciated Nigerian albums.
The event wasn’t just a celebration of new music—it was a cultural checkpoint for the sound architect who has shaped Nigeria’s rap, street-hop, and pop scenes for over a decade.
Stream the new album below and let us know what you rate it as you continuously listen and enjoy the body of work.
