Albums require incredible effort, vision and
thought to craft. Most people cannot craft albums, they make songs and
put them on an album. The few ones who can craft albums get accolades
and critical acclaim.
2019 has been an incredible year in Nigerian music. Albums have
become a cliche and ‘unimportant’ part of artistry in Nigerian music.
Davido, one of Nigeria’s flagship acts only released his second album in
10 years. Yet, he’s been one of the best Nigerian artists of the
decade.
Albums are still the prime platforms to
showcase musicianship and artistry. Whether one likes it or not, albums
are also an important part of an artist’s career. They require
incredible effort, vision and thought to craft. Most artists cannot
craft albums, they make songs and put them on an album.
The few ones who can craft albums get
accolades and critical acclaim. In 2019, Nigerian music has seen a
ridiculous amount of great albums (including EPs). To pick just 10 was
hard work, but we had to pick the best.
The albums picked are those released between
DECEMBER 1, 2018 and DECEMBER 23, 2019. Criteria includes and is limited
to; Critical acclaim, reception, impact (if any) and commercial success
(added advantage).
Honorable mention
10. JOE BOY - LOVE & LIGHT
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9. TENI - BILLIONAIRE EP ALBUM
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8. PHYNO - DEAL WITH IT
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7. ZLATAN - ZANKU ALBUM
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6. NAIRA MARLEY - LORD OF LAMBA (LOL)
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5. FIRE BOY - LAUGHTER, TEARS & GOOSEBUMP

4. FALZ- MORAL INSTRUCTION
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3. DAVIDO - A GOOD TIME
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2. WIZKID - SOUNDMAN VOL1
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1. BURNA BOY - AFRICAN GIANT ALBUM
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