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Meet Ruger, the Industry’s Flirt

Born Michael Adebayo Olayinka on the 23rd of September, 1999 in Lagos, Ruger is the sharp-shooting Afropop sensation who walked into the scene with an eye-patch, pink hair and enough confidence to make a whole continent turn its head. Having made it to the spotlight in 2021 under Jonzing World with a clean streak of hits including Bounce, Dior and Snapchat, Ruger’s peculiarity not only owes to his melodies, but to the persona he built around being a flirts, a croon & small troublemaker with a smirk you can almost hear in his music. Coming with his debut album RU The World(2023) are global hit tracks like Asiwaju, Jonzing Boy, & Tour. Songs that helped him stake his claim as a true hitmaker with range. Followed by the joint project with Buju, RnB(2024) and his latest album Blownboy RU(2025). Since launching his independent imprint Blown Boy Ent., Ruger has proven to be intentional & unstoppable. If you’re trying to catch up, tracks like Asiwaju, Dior, Bounce & Jonzing Boy are your perfect shots.
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The Relationship Between December and Warm-tone Music

Did you know that a study across all streaming platforms has revealed that every December, global music streams quietly tilt towards warm-tone songs. This means that every December, people listen to more tracks with softer tempos and nostalgic melodies even if they aren’t Christmas songs. This may also be the reason why Afrobeats tracks with log drums, soft shakers and warm chords experience a spike in end-of-the-year playlists. Hence, below goes some recent Afrobeats / Afropop tracks that could definitely fit a “warm-tone, cozy December vibe” and have the potential to experience a spike this December; • “Baby (Is It a Crime)” — smooth production and mellow mood, great for chilled-down listening sessions. • “Gimme Dat” — recent collab with strong groove; fits well for late-year vibe when people are looking for fresh tracks. • “Kai!” — has danceable Afrobeat energy but still laid-back enough for cruises or chill December evenings .• “Kese (Dance)” — newer track with fresh sound, and its tempo works well for both dance and relaxed listening. • “Laho” — contemporary release, easygoing vibe, good for mellow nights or casual hangouts.
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BADMAN PONDO DROPS A NEW VIBE TO MAKE THIS DECEMBER DETTIER!

Lagos, Nigeria – Barely a month after the release of his street credible single, Alright, Badman Pondo is back with a similar vibe titled “Lala” to be released across all major DSPs on the 3rd of December, 2025. He made us feel alright with Alright, but this new single comes with a promise to make us feel even better! Taking into consideration the festive “oblee” and “detty December” culture that is highly esteemed in Nigeria and the world as a whole, Pondo cooked his upcoming single, Lala to be a “must play” on every DJ’s playlist as the year wraps up. Pondo says it’s alright to pick our choices from his archive of December-groove hits as he serves yet another vibe treat to fans who are still munching on the savoury of his last single, “Alright”. Hence, with the anticipation of the zesty Lala, we might just be experiencing the inception of a run of exuberant music from Badman Pondo and a total career rebrand that is devoid of limits. “It’s been a long year for me and my family (by family, I mean my fans), it’s only right to give them enough music to make the year worthwhile. This is why I’ve made sure to drop two uplifting singles to help make this December even dettier. You’ve listened to Alright, if you loved it, then you already know what to expect with Lala!” – Badman Pondo in an expository convo with the founder of IMJA Plug. Release Date: December 3rd, 2025 Producer: Mansa Jabulani Distribution: IMJA Plug Label: Pondomuzik Platforms: Spotify, Apple Music, Audiomack, Boomplay, YouTube, and all major DSPs Follow Badman Pondo:Instagram | TikTok | X (Twitter) @Alaro Basit
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Meet Ckay, Africa’s Self-proclaimed Boyfriend

Born Chukwuka Ekweani in Kaduna, CKay is the tender auteur who turned vulnerability into global currency. He started behind the boards with producing, writing & crafting moods, but had always carried the reputation of having a voice of his own. Over time that voice which is a blend of Afrobeats, emo-pop, highlife warmth and moody electronic hues became a a lane of its own as it leads to what fans now call Emo-Afrobeats. His journey turned global with Love Nwantiti, first released in 2019 on his EP CKay the First, a sleeper hit that refused to sleep. It went vìral among TikTok dancers and scaled the charts in six continents, topped Shazam’s global chart, and turned into a viral anthem that redefined what an Afrobeats love song could do. Today, Love Nwantiti stands as one of the most certified African songs ever having being certified 8× Platinum in the U.S. by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), making CKay the first Nigerian artist to hit that level of sales in the States. In 2022 he dropped his debut full-length album Sad Romance, an emotional body of work that threaded heartbreak, longing and hope through smooth melodies and beats. What sets CKay apart isn’t just the numbers or the awards. It’s that he’s built an intimate, melodic and real world people keep coming back to with songs like Emiliana, Mmadu, Felony & Way proving that he doesn’t need to yell to be heard worldwide, he whispers, and the world listens.
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Did You Know Labels Can Trademark Stage Names?

Did you know some artists lose ownership of their stage name if it was trademarked by their label? In many recording or management deals, the label quietly trademarks the artist’s name early on especially if they funded branding, rollout, or marketing. So when the artist leaves, they sometimes can’t legally use the same name for releases, merch, or performances unless they negotiate to buy it back. But WHY do labels do this?? •To protect the brand they invested in • To prevent an artist from leaving and carrying the label’s “property” • To maintain merchandising revenue.
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Sports Fun Fact

Did you know that Arsenal’s Invincibles went an entire Premier League season (2003-2004) unbeaten, earning 90 points, scoring 73 goals, and conceding just 26! Their unbeaten streak stretched 49 games, led by Thierry Henry’s 30 goals and managed by Arsene Wenger. A truly iconic moment in football history!
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