Soundman Vol.1 is a debut EP by Nigerian record label Starboy Entertainment.[1] It was released on 6 December 2019 without any announcement.[2] The 7-track EP primarily features vocals by Wizkid, along with assistance from Chronixx, Blaq Jerzee, Kel P, London and DJ Tunez.[3]
Composition
Soundman Vol. 1 is an Afrobeats, reggae and R&B project that was recorded under exclusive license to Starboy Entertainment. Its production was handled by Blaq Jerzee, Kel P, P2J and London.[4] The EP serves as a precursor to Wizkid's fourth studio album Made in Lagos.[5][3]
Critical reception
| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| Naijaloaded | 8/10 [6] |
| SoundStroke | 7.4/10 [7] |
| TooXclusive | 5/10 [8] |
| Pulse Nigeria | 4.3/10 [9] |
Soundman Vol. 1 received mixed reviews from critics. Synord of Naijaloaded awarded the EP 8 stars out of 10, stating the project as "an album for listeners to enjoy with the family and loved ones".[6] Reviewing for SoundStroke, an editor awarded 'SoundMan Vol. 1' 7.4 stars out of 10, commending WizKid; stating "the vocal delivery of the EP is top notch".[7]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Jam" (featuring Chronixx) |
| P2J | 3:19 |
| 2. | "Blow" (featuring Blaq Jerzee) |
| Blaq Jerzee | 3:48 |
| 3. | "Cover Me" (featuring DJ Tunez) |
| Kel-P | 3:19 |
| 4. | "Mine" (featuring Kel-P) |
| Kel P | 3:22 |
| 5. | "Electric" (featuring London) |
| London | 2:59 |
| 6. | "Ease Your Mind" (featuring Kel-P) |
| Kel-P | 3:05 |
| 7. | "Thankful" |
| Blaq Jerzee | 4:58 |
| Total length: | 24:46 | |||
Notes
References
- ^ "Nigeria: Wizkid Delights With 'Soundman Vol. 1']". All Africa. 14 December 2019. Retrieved 3 February 2020.
- ^ "Wizkid shock fans with 'Soundman Vol. 1". The Nation. 8 December 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
- ^ a b "WIZKID RELEASES SURPRISE EP "SOUNDMAN VOL. 1"". Urban 96 FM. 6 December 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
- ^ "SoundMan Vol. 1 (feat. Wizkid) by Starboy on Apple Music". iTunes.
- ^ "Wizkid Drops Surprise 7-Track EP — "Sound Man Vol. 1"". Bella Naija. 6 December 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
- ^ a b Synord (7 December 2019). "NL Album Review:- Review Of Wizkid's Soundman EP – Hope You're Enjoying The EP?". Naijaloaded. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
- ^ a b "EP REVIEW: STARBOY (FT WIZKID) – SOUNDMAN VOL 1". SoundStroke. 14 December 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
- ^ Oluwafemi, Taiwo (24 December 2019). "Nothing Encouraging About Wizkid's New E.P, Poor Effort! "Soundman Vol 1" Review". TooXclusive. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
- ^ Motolani, Alake (24 December 2019). "'SoundMan Vol. 1' is Wizkid's mediocre cash-grab that will serve a purpose [EP Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
- ^ "[MP4 Download] StarBoy – Blow ft Wizkid & Blaq Jerzee". HCamrone's Blog. 22 December 2019. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
- ^ "StarBoy - Blow (Official Video) ft. Blaq Jerzee, Wizkid". YouTube.
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