Cha Cha Music Review Podcast

In this episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series , Hafeestonova, your Musical Plug, takes a deep dive into Boast Vato’s 12-track album, Phenom , exploring the production, versatility, sound, songwriting and overall musical experience of the project. Boast Vato may not yet be a household name to many music lovers, but Phenom is exactly the kind of project that deserves discovery. The album explor...

There was a time when Ycee looked destined to become the face of Nigerian hip-hop. Songs like Jagaban, Juice, Condo, and Link Up made him one of the hottest rappers in the country. Then somewhere along the line, the momentum slowed down. New artists emerged, the industry changed, and Ycee gradually faded from the spotlight. The funny thing is, Ycee never stopped making music. He stopped being part...

After eight long years since the release of Talk About Poe , many fans began to question whether Ladipoe still had what it takes to compete at the highest level of Nigerian hip-hop. The conversations were everywhere. Had he lost his spark? Was he becoming an afterthought in a new era of Afrobeats? Could one of Mavin Records' most gifted lyricists still deliver a body of work worthy of his reputati...

Wande Coal is back with his fourth studio album, King Coal , and one thing is clear, this is the strongest body of work we've heard from him in years. When Wande announced he was releasing another album, I was genuinely excited. Not just because it's Wande Coal, but because of how rare his album releases have been throughout his career. After Mushin 2 Mo'Hits , fans waited about six years for Want...

Welcome back to another episode of Cha Cha Music Review Series , where we break down the hottest new songs, emerging stars, and chart-worthy records making waves across Africa and beyond. This week's playlist is packed with incredible music from Nigeria, Ghana, featuring artists like Solana, Tamilore O.T.A, Koya, Khaid, Moliy, M.anifest, L.A.X, Yemi Alade, Balloranking, and Falz. This week's relea...

In this new episode of Cha Cha Music Review Series, Hafeestonova reviews the latest songs dominating the African music scene. Olamide kicks things off with his first official single of the year, Rock Me Gentle , continuing his impressive run of collaborations and evolving sound. Meanwhile, Adekunle Gold keeps exploring his Fuji-inspired era with Life of the Faaji , delivering rich Alujo rhythms an...

In this episode of Cha Cha Music Review Series , Hafeestonova dives into the latest releases shaping Afrobeats and African music. From the highly anticipated collaboration between Adekunle Gold and Olamide , powered by standout production from Chillz, to Fido’ s energetic Dance for Jesus featuring Zlatan and Odumodublvck, this episode highlights top-tier collaborations and evolving sounds. Also fe...

In this episode of Cha Cha Music Review , Hafeestonova breaks down the hottest new music across Afrobeats and global sounds. From Asake’s unexpected sonic shift with DJ Snake on Worship , to the global reggae fusion of Shatta Wale and John Legend on Ain’t Nobody , this episode dives into sound evolution, collaborations, and chart potential. Also featuring reviews of songs from King Promise, Mr Eaz...

In this episode of the Cha Cha Midweek Series , we break down the biggest stories shaking the African music industry this week. Ghanaian duo R2Bees make history as their 9-year-old hit “Over” tops the UK Afrobeats Chart, proving that timeless music never dies. Meanwhile, Nigerian and Ghanaian artists continue to dominate the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats charts, with names like Kidi, Kojo Blak, Oxlade,...

Ladies and Gentlemen… members of Cha Cha Nation… You asked. You debated. You tagged me. Now it’s time. Today on the Cha Cha Midweek Series , we’re diving straight into the storm the “Rema is a one-hit wonder” conversation sparked by Billboard. Is there truth to it? Is it clout? Or is it complete nonsense? And that’s not all… I’m also putting you on to a new artist I just discovered — and trust me,...

Ladies and gentlemen of the Cha Cha Nation , welcome back to another episode of the Cha Cha Music Review Series. This week on Cha Cha Music Review , we break down new music from across Afrobeats, R&B, and African Hip-Hop. We review fresh drops from Odumodublvck, Wande Coal, Qing Madi, Sarkodie, Phyno, Flavour, Yemi Alade, Johnny Drille, Barry Jhay, and Lyta. We also discuss production trends,...

Cha Cha Nation , welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series on the Cha Cha Music Review Podcast , my name is Hafeestonova ( Your Musical Plug, Creator of the Energy Force, African Music Amplifier ) Today I will be talking about BNXN album titled Captain. Captain is a calm, intentional, and emotionally grounded album that shows BNXN fully in control of his sound and direction. Ra...

Merry Christmas Cha Cha Nation , welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series on the Cha Cha Music Review Podcast , my name is Hafeestonova ( Your Musical Plug, Creator of the Energy Force, African Music Amplifier ) In this episode, we step into the mind of a national treasure. When Sarz announced his debut album, anticipation was electric. On September 25, 2025, the call went out...

Ladies and gentlemen of the Cha Cha Nation , welcome back to another episode of the Cha Cha Music Review Series . This week’s rotation cuts across Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa, detty December energy, reflective praise, soft love songs, and street-certified production choices. Let’s get into it. This episode is proof that African music is no longer moving in one direction. It’s reflective, expe...

After what felt like a long pause from the music scene, the self-proclaimed Mayor of Lagos returned to remind everyone that his tenure is far from over. On this episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series , I break down Mayorkun’s third studio album, Still The Mayor — and trust me, Mayorkun still sabi this music thing. Released on June 13 , Still The Mayor is a 12-track project with a 31-minute run...

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Cha Cha Nation , welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Music Review Series on the Cha Cha Music Review Podcast In this episode, we drift through a constellation of artists shaping the soundscape right now—voices crossing borders, bending genres, and painting new colours on the canvas of Afrobeats and beyond. We kick things off with Shallipopi , joined by Wizkid , a...

Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Podcast on your award winning podcast, Cha Cha Music Review Podcast , hosted and produced by yours truly, Hafeestonova. In a year shimmering with unexpected comebacks and quiet miracles, one artist has danced his way back into the heart of the culture. The son of Martina has carved a new chapter in 2025, one loud enough t...

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Cha Cha Nation, welcome back to a brand-new season of the Cha Cha Spotlight Series ; the show where I unveil the sound of a fast-rising artist. This series is all about introducing the world to the artist, and the artist to the world and In this episode, we shine our light on Da-FX , a rising star whose sound moves like a prayer whispered over Lagos rooftops—equal parts...

This One Is Personal is the fourth studio album from Tiwa Savage . It was released on 29 August 2025, The album comprises 15 tracks, Skepta and James Fauntleroy. The production was done by KMKZ, TSB, Kofo, Mystro Sugar, Rymez, AoD, Felix Joseph, Cracker Mallo, Emeka E.O., Zone, Gabriel Eric Augustin, Gaetan Judd, Magicsticks, Olasupo Olushola, Henry Was, Jack Siegz Press Play to find out how perso...

Some of you are probably blinking twice like, “Wait… Cha Cha Music Review Podcast doesn’t drop midweek.” And some of you are grinning, because you’ve missed that unexpected midweek magic. Well, here’s the twist: this isn’t just a comeback, it’s a rebirth. Welcome to the Cha Cha Midweek Series , a brand-new standalone series of the Cha Cha universe. Here, I’ll be serving fresh, sharp, unconventiona...

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series on the Cha Cha Music Review Podcast, my name is Hafeestonova, Your Musical plug, the Creator of the Energy Force and the African Music Amplifier. In today's episode I will talking about Burna Boy's album titled No Sign of Weakness Press the Play Button to listen Artist: Burna Boy Album: No Sign of Weakness Featured...

Cha Cha Nation! Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series on the Cha Cha Music Review Podcast ! Today, we're diving into Nobody Like Zaza , the fourth studio album from Nigerian Afropop sensation L.A.X , released on April 10, 2025 . This 13-track masterpiece is a vibrant blend of Afrobeats , Amapiano , and contemporary African rhythms , showcasing L.A.X’s artistic...

My people, welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Music Review Series on your award-winning music podcast Cha Cha Music Review Podcast with your truly, Hafeestonova, Your Musical Plug and the Creator of the Energy Force or like someone recently called me, African Music Amplifier. 1. Ayra Starr ft. Wizkid- Gimme Dat https://open.spotify.com/track/1k51Q6GFWBbsaWlBB2gnzo?si=1e02d75668204b21 2. Sha...

Cha Cha Geng welcome to another episode of the Cha Cha Album Review Series on your award-winning podcast, Cha Cha Music Review Podcast , my name is Hafeestonova and today I will be talking about Erigga Latest album titled G.O.A.T Artist: Erigga Album: G.O.A.T Features: Phyno, Ajebo Hustlers, Bella Shmurda, Big Klef, JaQi, Great Adamz and Kashcpt. Producers: CriticJed, AyeePeWRLD, Pvki,Slimkay, Dum...

Ladies and gentlemen of the Cha Cha Nation, welcome to a new dispensation, yes, it’s a new season of the Cha Cha Music Review Series , the 6th season to be precise, damn, let me just say thank you to all the Cha Cha Geng that has continue to stay with me all through the years, you are the real MVP, thank you for all your love and support. To those wanting to become a certified Cha Cha Geng and a f...