Nigerian global music sensation, Dapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’Banj, has unveiled details of his highly-anticipated fifth studio album such as cover artwork, track listing, and release date. The new project entitled ‘Entertainer – The Sequel’ is set to be released worldwide on August 9th, 2024 by DB Records.
D’Banj’s upcoming fifth album, ‘Entertainer – The Sequel’, is a creative blend of Afrobeats and Afropop, with eleven songs and two bonus tracks. Its global feature list includes Grammy award winner, Wyclef Jean, Congolese icon, Awilo Logomba, Youssou N’Dour, American star Akon, South African megastar, DJ Maphorisa and NBC’s The Voice sensation, Chechi Sarai.
The new album, a follow-up to his 2008 magnum opus, ‘The Entertainer’ includes collaborations with Nigerian musicians, Phyno, Timaya, Kayswitch, Zlatan, Peruzzi, Bhadboi Oml and Chuchu Lee. As part of his legacy to mentor and showcase the next big talents, D’Banj also featured Specikinging off his talent discovery project, Cream Platform.
‘Entertainer—The Sequel’ is available for pre-save from July 23 and will be released on August 9, 2024.
Sharing his excitement, D’Banj said, “Life is a maze of self-discovery and my new album, ‘Entertainer – The Sequel’ confirms this truth to me. It’s a true reflection of my growth as an artist and my continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of African music. The past 20 years have been an incredible ride, and I am grateful for the support and love I have received. I am thrilled to share this new chapter in my musical journey with my fans.”
In partnership with creative powerhouse, The Temple Company, D’Banj continues his 20-year on-stage milestone with a series of intimate live performances and concerts across major cities around the world. He will also connect with fans via exclusive meet-and-greet events, mentoring sessions, and engaging thought-leadership interactions.
About D’Banj
With his infectious sound and electrifying stage performances, D’Banj earned the moniker ‘The Entertainer’ early in his career. He was one of the pioneers who laid the building blocks of Afrobeats’ global footprint, with achievements including a 2010 international collaboration with American rap legend Snoop Dogg, on Mr Endowed (Remix) and a 2011 global deal with Kanye West and his GOOD Music.
D’Banj became the first Nigerian musician to chart on the number nine spot on the UK Singles Chart with his monster hit, ‘Oliver Twist.’ His extensive global collaborations include working with stars such as Bono, Big Sean, Idris Elba and Fally Ipupa. His music has attracted major awards and recognitions from BET, MTV Africa Music Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, Soundcity Music Awards, Channel O Music Video Awards, The Headies and Nigeria Entertainment Awards.
Album Title: Entertainer – The Sequel
Track 1 – World Famous
Track 2 – Healer feat. Peruzzi
Track 3 – Kala feat. Awilo Logomba
Track 4 – Yours Truly feat. Phyno
Track 5 – Koko
Track 6 – Serious feat. Chuchu Lee
Track 7 – Since 04
Track 8 – My Melody
Track 9 – Worthy feat. Youssou N’Dour & Chechi Sarai
Track 10 – Peaky Blinders feat DJ Maphorisa
Track 11 – I Am Legend feat Wyclef Jean & XX
Bonus Tracks
Taya feat. Timaya, Kayswitch, Zlatan, Bhadboi Oml, Specikinging
Koko Remix Feat. Akon