TheSNCPodcast

This episode features our chat with Gray Jones, a film composer, sound designer, music producer, and audio engineer. Our conversation covered film/tv music, his musical journey, tips for breaking into the Nigerian film industry as a film/tv composer, and more.

We caught up with Oye Akideinde, the newly appointed Head of Over the Top (OTT) music services at MTN Group. Oye was also the former regional director of West Africa for Boomplay music. The cross-section of topics discussed include: his journey into music and technology, the importance of strategy when it comes to the business of music, streaming services, payola, and more. We hope you enjoy it.

Renowned Nigerian music producer and audio engineer Ekellybeatz kicks off our third season. Our conversation covered music publishing, the need to be smart as a music producer, and more. Do leave us a positive rating and comment about what you enjoyed (or not) about the interview. #thesncpodcast

Wrapping up Season 2 is our interview with Nigerian soul-singer and songwriter, Maka.

Our latest guest is Coldflamesbeats, a music producer and audio engineer. Coldflamesbeats is one of the few music producers in Nigeria artists turn to when searching for a producer that understands how to produce a rock record. We discuss his journey, rock music in Nigeria, and mixing techniques.

Our chit-chat is with Music Director and Singer-Songwriter, Nwamonye Ikemefuna, who is better known as Klem. Klem is a leading songwriter in Nigeria who has written for artists such as Seyi Shay, Yemi Alade, Emma Nyra, Davido, 9ice, and more.

Our 14th episode features music producer and sound engineer DJ Coublon. DJ Coublon gained major acclaim for his work on singer Iyanya's album 'Applaudise' and Tekno's hit single 'Duro'. He further became a household name as a result of his work on Kizz Daniel's 'New Era' album. DJ Coublon discusses his approach to mixing, songwriting, and navigating the Nigerian music industry.

SessBeats, a music producer, songwriter, and artist discusses the creative process behind some of the seminal projects he has worked on and tips on how to handle your business as a music producer. He also discusses stepping out as a music artist and the importance of trusting the process while working towards a goal.

Marqaimixx is a leading audio engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria. His work cuts across various sectors and industries: from corporations to Nigerian musicians such as Dammy Krane, 2Face Idibia, Falz, Niniola, Terry Apala, and Praiz. Our conversation covered his foray into music production, his approach to mixing, and more.

Back from our summer break, we kick things off with Benie Macaulay, a budding music producer and established Nigerian audio engineer. Our conversation with Benie covered his past and future music projects, his take on the critique of producer and engineer tags, and more.

Music producer and songwriter, SizzlePRO shares his musical journey, the collaboration process behind some of his works, songwriting, navigating the discourse around music publishing in Nigeria, and much more.

Rising Nigerian singer-songwriter, Wilfresh Iguodala is our latest guest. Wilfresh is behind the buzzworthy singles ‘I no like skul’ and ‘Love for you’.

Our guest is Sarz. He discusses his journey into music, the creative process behind some of his biggest hits thus far, and the business of music.

Fiokee, is a Nigerian guitarist, music producer, and music arranger who has been instrumental to the success of numerous Nigerian songs: D’Banj’s ‘Scapegoat’, Davido’s ‘Gobe’, Kiss Daniel’s ‘Woju’, Adekunle Gold’s ‘Orente', Yemi Alade’s ‘Kissing’, Tekno’s ‘Duro’, Simi’s ‘Joromi’, to name a few. He discussed with us his musical journey, guitar tips, navigating the Nigerian music industry, and more.

We caught up with Nigerian music producer and songwriter, Tony Ross, at his home, to discuss his journey into music, his collaboration process with Cynthia Morgan, and music publishing. Our sincere apologies for the audio quality.

We had that "oh so necessary" legal talk with Nigerian-based entertainment lawyer, Akinyemi Ayinoluwa. Akin talked to us about prevalent issues in the Nigerian music industry, strategies for music creatives not to get ripped off in 2018, and trends to look out for.

Joining us is Steve Babaeko, CEO of X3M Music (a record label based in Lagos, Nigeria). He discussed his role as the CEO of X3M Music, music business journey, advice for successful artist and brand partnerships, contract partnerships, and more.

Terfa Tilley-Gyado is the Director of Communications for Temple Management Company. He spoke to us about his work as Temple's Director of Communications, how Temple aims to change the talent, sports, and events management narrative in Nigeria/Africa, the birth of Temple Music production, and more.

Our 2nd episode is with the legend himself DJ Jimmy Jatt! We discuss his journey into hiphop and deejaying, his popular ‘Road Block’ street party leading to numerous talent discoveries, the importance of transitions, the genesis of the Jump Off, & more.

To kick off season 2, we caught up with music producer and vocal instructor, Oscar Heman-Ackah. Oscar discussed with us his foray into music production, collaborating with Darey, Simi, Adekunle Gold, music publishing, and more.

We wrap up Season 1 with singer-songwriter, Jessica Bongos. She talks to us about her debut album 'Broken to Peace', being comfortable in her artistry, the possibility of a collaboration with her father, and more.

On this episode we chat with budding 'Sound Boy' Efi Cruise. Efi = A+ potential, dope voice, and an amazing story. He chats with us about his genre of music/lack thereof, the music producer he wants to work with, how he balances his love for music with school, and more.

Sir Dauda chats with us about 'jungle funk', 'Mohiri', record labels, 'judi-songwriting', and his upcoming EP 'Elements'.

Koch Okoye, Director of Syncs at Immensum Music discusses music publishing, music synchronization, licensing, and what Nigerian producers are failing to pay attention to.

Tha Suspect opens up about a ton including his trying childhood, audio engineering, the genesis of his hit record 'I No Send You', and navigating the Nigerian music industry. Songs played on the show: 1) Tha Suspect - 'I No Send You (Final) ft. All Stars' - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbl2da7C6OM 2) Tha Suspect featuring Pasuma Wonder - 'Tuaile' (Fuji version) -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...