Enugu boasts a vibrant music industry, its artists are putting out great music for a long time, and here are the top 10 Nigerian musicians that have a deep connection to Enugu State.

They have had quite a number of them pushed to nationwide and even global acclaim, this list of 25 Artists With Ties To Enugu is only demonstrating what’s known as fact, especially as some of the biggest Nigerian musical stars rep the 042, the NITEL Telephone Area Code for Enugu State which became the state’s moniker.

These are some of the biggest stars from the 042, and tidbits on their art.

PHYNO

Since making his name as a producer and then a rapper, Phyno has never looked back. He’s released critically acclaimed projects and is known for his knack for making hit songs.

FLAVOUR

The light-skinned serenader has owned the Afro Highlife genre ever since his debut years, including that classic hook for MC Loph’s “Osondi Owendi.”

Flavour reps the 042 heavily and has shown his loyalty through his Ogene-led songs.

RUNTOWN

The talented artist hit nationwide fame with the Davido-assisted “Gallardo.” His style would veer away from that pop-centric sound but the quality remains, as Runtown is one of the most unique voices in the Nigerian music industry.

ZORO

Also known as Akpa Swag, Zoro strongly reps 042, his songs sweetened with the flavour of its lingua.

In a song like “Echefula” (with iLLBliss), no one is possibly mistaken about his heritage.

iLLBliss

Oga Boss, as he’s known throughout the industry, refers to his Igbo heritage a lot, his energetic verses drawing inspiration from Igbo philosophy i.e primarily smart work and hard work.

FRANK EDWARDS

The Nigerian gospel industry is a booming one and Frank Edwards is one of its biggest stars. He has several albums and hits to his name.

CELESTINE UKWU 

A legendary artist of the Highlife genre, Celestine Ukwu’s influence, in a quite short span, bears testament to his unique artistry.

BRACKET

The duo got into the game with their laid back hit “Yori Yori” and while they were at the top, excited with their (mostly) love ballads.

MR. RAW

When discussing Indigenous Hip Hop in Nigeria, Mr Raw is likely to be mentioned. The rapper has dedicated his strong years to the game.

STORMREX

With one of the most powerful voices I’ve ever heard, Stormrex was poised to become a big artist.

She’d been on songs with Flavour, iLLBliss and Phyno, and every time, her immense talent shone through.

SELEBOBO

This talented guy has both hands in production and music and has made hits either way throughout his career which, could be said to have hit the mainstream with the release of Yemi Alade’s “Johnny,” a song he produced.

MIKE EJEAGHA

An artist who made his name in the 60s, Mike Ejeagha is synonymous with musical excellence.

According to Wikipedia, Ejeagha has contributed over three hundred recordings to the National Archives of Nigeria produced during his fieldwork to investigate Igbo folklore highlife music.

It’s only right such a legend like Mike Ejeagha will make our rundown of 25 Artists With Ties To Enugu.

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The importance of Phyno in the music industry cannot be overstated, since his entrance onto the scene in 2012, the bar spitting rapper establish himself as a worthy listen.

Real name Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike, the rapper first started out as a producer in 2002 as the highlife-influenced producers in the Eastern part of Nigeria weren’t great at producing the kind of hip-hop beats he wanted.

A few years later, he started rapping and relocated to Lagos where his music career began officially. He and Olamide collaborated on “Ghost Mode” which he released in 2012.

The song was a chart-topping single, winning Best Collabo at both 2012 The Headies Awards and the 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards.

This song introduced Phyno to the Nigerian Music scene as a fierce bars spitting rapper whose dialect was not a barrier.

Prior to Phyno’s entrance, Mr Raw(formerly known as N*gga Raw) and SlowDog were the rappers representing the East in the music industry.

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However, Phyno changed how Eastern artists were viewed not just in the Nigerian Hip-Hop world but in the Industry generally.

Phyno’s entrance came at a time when the industry was only beginning to fully accept Indigenous rappers and an Eastern rapper like him had to work harder to command attention.

When he dropped his debut album, “No Guts No Glory” in 2014, he solidified his position as a worthy contender in the ever-competitive industry.

Primarily recorded in Igbo and pidgin English, the album features guest appearances from Stormrex, Omawumi, Olamide, Efa, P-Square, Timaya, Flavour N’abania, Mr. Raw, M.I Abaga, Ice Prince and Runtown.

The album housed hits like “Ghost Mode“, “Man of the Year“, “Parcel”, “O Set”, “Alobam”, “Authe (Authentic)”, “Anamachi Versace”

The project was a back to back hits train with a beautiful display of craftsmanship, talent, creativity and intelligence from Phyno’s part.

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Sound

Prior to the popularity of the Pop genre in the Music industry, the East has been primarily dominated by Highlife music while the West was dominated by Fuji and Juju.

The cool kids who didn’t fall in any of these groups were mostly focused on Hip-Hop. Then came Pop with the likes of Timaya, Wande Coal, later Wizkid leading the frontline.

Following the death of Dagrin, Olamide rose to the spotlight, giving indigenous rap a greater purpose. Which is no surprise that Phyno would pick him for one of their biggest collaborations, “Ghost Mode”

While Phyno is an Indigenous rapper, this is in no way a box as he has proven on several occasions to be versatile and capable of evolving.

However, in this evolution, he is not forgetful of his roots and makes sure to display the beautifulness of the Igbo Language.

Even with the current trending Amapiano sound, Phyno delivered on one of the best Nigerian Amapiano songs, “Highway.”

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Notable Collaborations

One remarkable quality of a good artist is not just to create hit songs but to have synergy with other artists on a song. Over the course of his career, Phyno has featured artists and has been featured in various hit collaborations

One of his best collaborators to date is his very good friend, Olamide. These two are the perfect example of friendship goals in the music industry.

Their chemistry has seen to the creation of many hits like “Ghost Mode” “Augment”, “Fada Fada”, “Onyeoma”, “Shilalo”, amongst others. They even came together to produce a joint album titled “2Kings“, a title fitting for their status.

Phyno has also been featured by artists like Wizkid (Bombay), Flavour on (‘Gbo Gan Gbom’, ‘Doings’, ‘Chop Life’, Loose Guard), Timaya (‘Gbagam’, ‘Telli Person’, ‘Eff All Day’), Mastrekraft (‘La La La’, ‘Egbon’), Zoro (‘Achikolo’, ‘Ayo’M’), Reminisce(Local Rappers) amongst others.

Impact

Phyno was born and raised in Enugu, commonly known as the Coal City, and his music career has taken him well beyond Nigeria’s borders. It’s no wonder that he’s one of the few rappers in the country who still uses indigenous language, which he mixes with pidgin and a little pure English.

Beyond the quality of his music, the Anambra native is trendy and over-the-top sophisticated with his dress sense, leading many, including his fans, to question why he hasn’t dabbled in fashion and style, particularly as a model.

Phyno’s flows are tight, much like his substance is honest and combined with exceptional delivery, which has helped make his music acceptable both in Nigeria and the international entertainment industry.

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The rapper has also evolved beyond being an artist to being the boss of a reputable label, Penthauze.

Penthauze record label started active work in 2008. The first artists of the label were Runtown, Shugaboi, and Flipside. StormRex joined the label in 2014.

While these are no longer active under the label, the record company is still flourishing boasting of a new set of artists like Rhatti and Cheque who is currently leading the trap sound in Nigeria.

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however, this post will specifically highlight rap albums with impact and cultural remarks, it’s sad that rap album rarely impacts like they used to be.

The evolution of the Nigerian music industry has witnessed a coarse amount of standard rap albums over the past 2 decades, the metrics will be critically relying on the impacts of a rap album on the mainstream.

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What is a rap album? rap or rapping album is a body of work that thrives in talking delicately and rhythmically, often with a very multiplex rhythm even without tonal concerns.

Below are the Best Nigerian rap albums of all time

Mode 9 – Da Vinci Mode

This is the fourth studio album by rapper Mode 9, released in 2010.

The 22 tracks album is considered the most lyrically rich rap album in Nigeria.

Da Grin – C.E.O

C.E.O an acronym for ‘Chief executive Omota’ is an album by Late Nigeria Rapper Da Grin a cultural era defined project.

M.I Abaga – MI 2: The Movie

This is the second studio album by highly acclaimed rapper M.I Abaga, it was released in 2010, one of the most relatable rap album of all time.

Ice Prince – Everybody Loves Ice Prince

This is Ice Prince’s debut studio album and was released on October 9, 2011, under Chocolate City

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It features guest artists including, Brymo, Wizkid, 2Baba, Jesse Jagz, M.I, Yung L, J-Milla, Wizboyy, Morell, Samklef, and Sean Tero

M.I – Talk About It 

This is M.I. Abaga’s debut studio album and was released in 2008, it features guest artistes including Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, Wizkid, Djinee, YQ and more

Jesse Jagz – Jag of All Tradez

This is Jesse Jagz’s debut studio album and was released in 2010, under Chocolate City, It features guest artists including,  Brymo, M.I Abaga, Wizkid, Ice Prince and more.

Olamide – Eyan Mayweather

Eyan Mayweather is the fifth studio album by rapper Olamide, released in 2015, the album highlighted Olamide‘s level of consistency in hip-hop.

Phyno – No Guts No Glory

This is Phyno’s debut studio album and was released on March 20, 2014, under Sputnet Records and Penthauze Music. 

It features guest artists including  P-Square, Omawumi, Olamide, Stormrex, Efa, Flavour N’abania, Runtown, Ice Prince, M.I, Mr Raw, Timaya and Illbliss.

Vector – Lafíaji

Lafiaji is a studio album by rapper Vector, it was released in 2016.

Lafiaji is renowned for his metaphors and wordplay.

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Best Nigerian debut Albums of All-time are picked and ranked based on commercial triumph, impact, critical applaud, awards and hits.

However, Nigerian has witnessed a coarse amount of standard albums over the past 2 decades, the metrics will be comfortable relying on the impacts of a debut album on the mainstream.

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Also, churns of Nigerian debut albums created an indelibly print in the music industry, cementing different genres on the records.

Below are the Best Nigerian debut albums of all time (ranks are based on notable impacts and not released date)

2Baba – Face2Face

This is 2Baba‘s debut studio album, after splitting from the renowned trio Plantashun Boiz, it was released on May 15, 2004, under Kennis Music, It became a breakout hit during CD’s era, sold over 2 million copies, Its victory linked massively to the lead single African Queen, it created a huge impact in the music industry.

Wande Coal – Mushin To Mo’Hits

This is Wande Coal‘s debut studio album and was officially released and launched on April 12, 2009, under then Mo’ Hits Records now Mavin Records, featuring artists including D’banj, Dr SID, D’Prince, and K-Switch.

It was supported by a smash hit single titled Bumper To Bumper, the album had major hit records and created a big impact in the music industry, it is somewhat regarded as the birth or blueprints to modern afrobeat.

Wizkid – SuperStar

This is Wizkid’s debut studio album and was released on June 12, 2011, under Empire Mates Entertainment, arguably best-selling afrobeat album, Sold over 5 million copies in the 2012 span.

It features guest artists including, Wande Coal, D’Prince, Banky W and Skales. 

It was championed by the singles Holla at Your Boy, Don’t Dull, Tease Me/Bad Guys, Pakurumo, Love My Baby,  and Oluwa Lo Ni.

The cultural impact of this album cannot be overestimated in the afrobeat genre.

Ice Prince – Everybody Loves Ice Prince

This is Ice Prince’s debut studio album and  was released on October 9, 2011, under Chocolate City, It features guest artists including,  Brymo, Wizkid, 2Baba, Jesse Jagz, M.I, Yung L, J-Milla, Wizboyy, Morell, Samklef, and Sean Tero

It was supported by the smash singles Oleku (the most remixed Nigerian songs of 2010), Juju and Superstar.

M.I – Talk About It 

This is M.I. Abaga’s debut studio album and was released in 2008, it features guest artistes including Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, Wizkid, Djinee, YQ and more.

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It was the birth of the hip-hop genre in the Nigerian music industry, impactful and inspire almost the new generation.

Timaya – True Story 

This is Timaya’s debut studio album and was released in 2007, under Dem Mama Records. 

It was supported by the smash hit single Dem Mama produced by K-solo.

it inspired a generation and created a massive buzz because of its commercial success.

Olamide – Rapsodi

This is Olamide‘s debut album and was released in 2011, It was supported by the lead single Omo To Shan featuring Wizkid.

It features guest artists including Wizkid, ID Cabasa, 9ice, Reminisce and D’banj.

It introduced the new era of street Hop in the Nigerian music industry.

Kizz Daniel – New Era

This is Kizz Daniel’s debut studio album and was released on 14 May 2016, under G-Worldwide Entertainment, It was supported by the smash hit singles Woju, Laye, Good Times and Mama.

New Era debuted at #8 on the Billboard World Album Chart, the album was hits studded.

Fireboy DML – Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps

This is Fireboy DML’s debut studio album and was released on November 29, 2019, under YBNL Nation.

It was supported by singles Jealous, What If I Say and King.

Phyno – No Guts No Glory

This is Phyno’s debut studio album and was released on March 20, 2014, under Sputnet Records and Penthauze Music. 

It was supported by 4 singles, Ghost Mode, Man of the Year, Parcel and O Set.

It features guest artists including  P-Square, Omawumi, Olamide, Stormrex, Efa, Flavour N’abania, Runtown, Ice Prince, M.I, Mr Raw, Timaya and Illbliss.

Top 10 Best Nigerian Debut Album of All-time

1.2baba – face2face
2.Wande Coal – Mushin to mo’hits
3.Wizkid – Superstar
4.Ice Prince – Everybody Loves Ice Prince
5.M.I Abaga – Talk About It
6.Timaya – True Story
7.Olamide – Rapsodi
8.Kizz Daniel – New Era
9.Fireboy DML – LTG
10.Phyno – No Guts No Glory

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