AFROFUSION RISING STAR MINZ LINKS UP WITH AFROBEATS ROYALTY TEKNO FOR EXCITING NEW SUMMER ANTHEM ‘DIALLO’
Barely two months on from his chart-topping hit single ‘Wap’ featuring afrobeats legend Davido, which has amassed over five million plays online, and as he continues to tease out his forthcoming debut album BY ANY MINZ, afrofusion sensation MINZ is excited to unveil another massive collaboration from the highly anticipated album – this time with afrobeats royalty Tekno. Titled ‘DIALLO’, the infectious summer-ready anthem was crafted and recorded in Berlin with fast-rising German production trio 255, who have recently worked with the likes of Burna Boy, NSG, and Victony, among others.
Serving as an homage to his African heritage, ‘Diallo’ was inspired by the continent’s diverse cultures, which have intrigued Minz as he has been travelling across Africa performing and connecting with fans over the past year. The track sees Minz waxing lyrical to ‘Diallo’, who is personified as a beautiful black woman that has left the rising star lovestruck, embodying an abstract expression of his love for African culture. Driven by lush guitars, infectious drums, captivating melodies, and inspired songwriting, ‘Diallo’ reveals itself, according to Minz, as “one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever written”.
Speaking further about the inspiration behind ‘Diallo’, Minz says, “this song is a feel-good summer anthem and a song of surrender and vulnerability. When I say, ‘take my money, take my life’, I mean I’m completely devoted to this love and adoration I have for ‘Diallo’. It’s inspired by my view on Africa and the beauty on the continent. The little I’ve seen from my travels has left me in awe of us as a people. This song means so much to me because I feel like this is the most connected that I’ve been to my roots as an African, and it created a rare moment of utter vulnerability in my discography”.
MORE ABOUT MINZ
MINZ hails from the vibrant heart of Lagos, and is rapidly emerging as a prominent voice in the Nigerian music scene. With roots in Oyo State, Minz blends his rich cultural heritage with contemporary sounds, creating forward-thinking afrofusion music, or what he describes as “very wavy music with an underlying rhythm of afrobeats”. His musical journey began with influences from legendary figures like Fela Anikulapo Kuti and the futuristic sounds of Travis Scott. Inspired by artists like Bryson Tiller, Minz set up his own studio at the age of 22, marking the start of a creative career as an artist and producer.
His diverse discography – including essential tracks like hit single ‘Wap’ with afrobeats legend Davido, ‘234’, ‘BDMN’, ‘Sokoto’, and viral sensation ‘Wo Wo’ featuring Blaqbonez and BNXN – showcases Minz’s ability to create evocative lyrics and lush harmonies that resonate with listeners globally. His highly anticipated forthcoming debut album By Any Minz is poised to further cement his status as a formidable talent in the industry. With over 100 million plays online, Minz is bridging the gap between the alternative alté scene and mainstream afrobeats, earning him a devoted global following.
Beyond his solo work, Minz has demonstrated his creative ingenuity and versatility by producing for renowned artists like DJ Spinall and Runtown, and featuring on tracks with afropop icon Mr Eazi, and alté forerunner Cruel Santino, among others. His ability to seamlessly blend genres and soundscapes highlights his innovative approach to music. As Minz continues to evolve and push the boundaries of his artistry, his unique sound and dedication to his craft promise to captivate. As he ushers in a new musical era with his album, Minz remains a visionary force in the afrobeats and afrofusion landscape.
