Prepare For Davido’s Fourth Studio Album with Spotify’s Timeless Afro Playlist

Spotify is celebrating the new album with a selection of the genre’s most timeless tracks from one of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. As Davido returns to the arena with his long-awaited album, Spotify has unveiled the Timeless Afro playlist to celebrate some of Afrobeats’ most classic and enduring records, curated by global stars. increase.

The singer, producer and label head broke a long silence by announcing the release of his fourth full-length solo album titled Timeless in a social media post on March 21, 2023. His only public appearance in months was his performance in the final of the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Qatar. The album follows his 2020 A Better Time and is set to hit digital stores on March 31st.

To prepare fans for the album’s arrival, Davido created a playlist of Afrobeat tracks that he considers timeless. Called the Timeless Afro playlist, this playlist contains some of the defining songs of the Afrobeat era, including hits by his pals He Wizkid, Tekno and Mr Eazi. This playlist features some of the most familiar tracks from the golden age of Afrobeats, including songs by Sunny Neji, 2baba, Naeto C, and fundamental tracks that have influenced multiple generations of his Afrobeats act, such as Fela Kuti’s Zombie. Some classics are also included.

Phiona Okumu, Head of Music for Africa at Spotify, said of the playlist: Afrobeats have contributed to our musical canon for many years. ”

Affectionately referred to by fans as part of a generation of Nigerian artists who have found great success in the digital age, OBO is one of the global faces of African music. Over the course of a decade or so, the singer and head of his label has gone from being an Afro-pop prodigy known for Dami His Duro and Back His When, to global icon. Under his belt he has three studio albums and the singer boasts hits such as He Aye, If and Fall.

Alongside a list of solo hits and guest verses that have the potential to outlast any jam session, Davido is also one of Afrobeat’s most prolific transcontinental ambassadors and crossover artists. His list of collaborators includes artists such as Sauti Sol, Focalistic and Kidi, as well as North American stars such as Nicki Minaj, Lil Baby, Young Thug and Nas.

The album announcement, fulfilling Davido’s promise to “meet fans in March”, feels well worth the wait. Davido’s team describes Timeless as “a series of works that go beyond fashion and trends. This is an authentic work that stays true to Davido’s core as an artist and uses his music to bring joy to his fans around the world.” It’s TIMELESS because what you hear today will be just as relevant tomorrow.”