Olamide to win Grammys with new album?

Baddo's 11th studio album could just earn him his first Grammy award.

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Onyema Courage
June 30, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

🌟 Editor's Note
Welcome to a new week! Olamide’s 11th studio album is making Grammy waves, and we’ve got all the buzz. This week’s newsletter brings you the latest news, sharp insights, and stories that inspire.

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Could ‘Olamidé’ be the album that finally wins Baddo a Grammy?

After years of shaping African music from Bariga to global stages, Olamide earned his first Grammy nomination in 2023 for Amapiano with Asake. Though he didn’t win, it marked his arrival on the Recording Academy’s radar. Now, with Olamidé, his 11th album, hopes are high that the veteran might finally claim the award.

This article explores the album, Olamide’s legacy, and his Grammy chances.

Top 10 moments that shaped the Nigerian music industry in Q2 2025

From historic concerts to major album drops and award wins, Q2 2025 was a landmark period for Nigerian music. Between April and June, Afrobeats stars hit global milestones and broke new records at home.

Here are the top 10 moments that defined the second quarter of 2025.

🚀 Editor’s Picks – Stories You Can’t Miss This Week

It was a week of bold style statements, unexpected revelations, and ongoing legal drama in Nigerian entertainment. At Paris Fashion Week 2025, Nigerian artists didn’t just attend—they dominated. Davido, Rema, Asake, and more transformed the streets into runways, stealing global attention with daring fashion choices. [Read More]

Meanwhile, Tyla finally confirmed the rumors—yes, she has a song with Wizkid, recorded back in 2022 and produced by P.Prime. The revelation sent fans into a frenzy, reigniting anticipation for what could be one of Afrobeats’ biggest collaborations. [Read More]

In a more serious development, the Lagos High Court has set July 2, 2025, as the ruling date in the Mohbad-related legal dispute filed by his father. The case challenges the legal clearance of Naira Marley and Sam Larry and could reopen a painful chapter in Nigerian music. [Read More]

And in a heartwarming show of industry brotherhood, Odumodublvck revealed that Rema gifted him ₦40 million to support his Pity This Boy video. The news shocked fans and highlighted a rare moment of solidarity in an often competitive scene. [Read More]

🦄 New Songs That Are Not Just Ok

Ayo Maff coronated 'Prince of The Street' with debut album

J Hus and Asake team up for sizzling tune 'Gold'

🔥 Afrobeats The Business…

  • Tems is officially set to perform at AFROPUNK Brazil 2025, joining a star-studded lineup for the cultural celebration in Salvador, Bahia on November 9. [Read More]

  • Burna Boy will headline Day 3 of Germany’s Summerjam Festival 2025 on July 6, just days before his new album No Sign of Weakness drops. His return has sparked major excitement across Europe. [Read More]

  • Wizkid made a triumphant return to the global stage with a standout performance at the KCRW Festival 2025 in Los Angeles. Highlights included a surprise duet with Asake on their hit MMS. [Read More]

🏆 NotJustVerses Feature

Joeboy unpacks ‘Taxi Driver’ and clears up viral comment

🌉 Biography: Born Joseph Akinwale, Joeboy grew up in Lagos, Nigeria. Joeboy began chasing music seriously after spotting familiar streets in Bariga.

👑 Known for: With hits like Baby and Sip (Alcohol).

🙈 What he said: On NotJustVerses, he shared the song’s heartbreak theme and cleared up a misunderstood comment about women.

⚽ Sports Corner…

  • Chelsea may be eyeing a replacement for Nicolas Jackson, with reports confirming advanced talks with Brighton over Brazilian forward João Pedro during the June 2025 transfer window. [Read More]

  • Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye is reportedly facing a four-year international football ban over suspicious betting activity linked to a yellow card he received in a Serie A match. [Read More]

  • Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his stay at Al Nassr until 2027, sealing a new two-year deal that puts Club World Cup rumours to rest and reaffirms his commitment to Saudi football. [Read More]

😄Fun Fact:  

Did you know Wizkid’s January 2025 No. 1 spot makes him the first-ever artist to top the Afrobeats Power Ranking? With classics like Made in Lagos and his latest album Morayo, Wiz continues to raise the bar for Afrobeats on the global stage.

Thanks for riding with us this week.

Till next time 😀