Press Play: New Music From Adekunle Gold, Fireboy, Omah Lay, Joeboy & more.

Your weekly dose of the best new sounds on the continent!

"5 Star" - Adekunle Gold

AG Baby’s new single “5 Star” sees him reminisce on his come-up story, expressing gratitude for everything that has made him what he is. While this seems like a cliché topic, his take on it is refreshing, crooning sweetly about his new status, Aye 5 star la n’je o/I dey try for myself/VIP, no regular/Can’t copy this formula. Kel P’s production lays a good foundation for Adekunle Gold to do his thing, creating a pretty decent record in the process.

"Bandana" - Fireboy DML feat. Asake

The first thing that stands out on this record is the chorus. Asake puts a choric spin on it as is characteristic of his breakout records this year. Fireboy’s writing is still his standout quality, and he knows it himself as he sings, Music chose me/Know this and know peace. The YBNL boys put together a record that will find space on DJ rotations, increasing the label’s grip on Nigeria’s top music charts.

"Spiritual Gbedu (A COLORS SHOW)" - Joeboy

COLORS continues its siege on the Afrobeats space with another episode featuring a Nigerian artist. After recently bringing Ayra Starr, BOJ and Oxlade to its suspending mic, they tap up Joeboy for the latest addition to their extensive collection of curated shows. Joeboy keeps it simple but engaging through the song’s 2-minute duration, weaving colorful patterns over the simple, 6-beat pattern production.

"Iz Going" - Bad Boy Timz

If you need a song to excite you on the dancefloor, “Iz Going” is just what you need. Bad Boy Timz’s new music has everything it needs to make an impression on his listeners. The “Loading” crooner adds another l