Afroplug Podcast

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Afroplug Podcast celebrates music producers, artists, and key voices shaping the music and music tech industries, with a focus on Afro, Latin, and Caribbean sounds from around the world. Each episode features in-depth conversations with creators and industry professionals behind influential records and platforms, connected to artists such as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Wizkid, Rema, Davido, Burna Boy, Fanny J, Angélique Kidjo, Tiakola, and more. The podcast explores creative processes, favorite tools and DAWs, career journeys, and insights on building a sustainable path in today’s global music industry.

  1. 3 days ago

    FL Studio 2026 : Why Afrobeats, Amapiano, Shatta & Bouyon Producers All Use This Music Software

    Join Afroplug 2.0 - Free Afroplug Essentials Drumkit for every new member.https://www.afroplug.comRead the full Afroplug x FL Studio announcement:https://afroplug.com/blog/afroplug-sa...Full Afroplug x FL Studio tutorial (playlist):   • Making Reggae beats using ONLY Jammin: Bes...  Explore our plugins:https://afroplug.com/pluginsThis is the story of FL Studio. Made in 1997 by a young Belgian developer named Didier Dambrin, working for a small company called Image-Line that also built adult video games. That side project became the software that shaped the biggest sounds in the Afro diaspora and modern hip-hop.Afrobeats. Amapiano. Dancehall. Shatta. Bouyon. Zouk. Baile Funk. Gqom. Trap. Drill. All built on the same colorful little software from Belgium.Rvssian in Jamaica. Ovy on the Drums in Colombia. Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa in South Africa. Kooldrink producing for Tyla. DJ K in Brazil. Juls, Sarz and Kel-P pushing Afrobeats worldwide. Soulja Boy. 9th Wonder. Boi-1da. Metro Boomin. WondaGurl at 16 years old on Jay-Z's Magna Carta.Different countries. Different sounds. One common tool: FL Studio.In this video:-The Belgian origin story of FL Studio (Didier Dambrin, Image-Line, 1997)-How Image-Line, an adult video games company, changed music history-The FruityLoops piracy era on Napster, Kazaa and The Pirate Bay-The Kellogg's cereal legal dispute that renamed FruityLoops into FL Studio in 2003-Why the Afro world claimed FL Studio (Rvssian, Kabza De Small, Ovy on the Drums, Juls, Sarz, Kel-P)-How hip-hop caught up (Soulja Boy, 9th Wonder, Boi-1da, Metro Boomin, WondaGurl)-Why FL Studio democratized music for the diaspora-Afroplug is now officially inside FL Studio CloudPost your beat on Afroplug for free:https://afroplug.com/authAI Mixing & Mastering:https://afroplug.comCredit to Didier Dambrin, Jean-Marie Cannie, Frank Van Biesen and the Image-Line team for building the software that raised us. Credit to every producer named in this video for shaping the culture. This video is for educational purposes only.I'm Ms Mavy - DJ, producer, founder of Afroplug. Guadeloupean and Cameroonian roots. Started flute at 3, piano at 6. My music was played on BBC Radio, Rinse FM and Soulection, and I've DJ'd across the USA, Europe, the UK and the West Indies. I started making beats on Fruity Loops at 11 years old.I built Afroplug five years ago as a bootstrapped solo founder, now serving 200,000+ creators across 100+ genres.Afroplug is inside FL Studio 2026#flstudio #fruityloops #imageline #afrobeats #amapiano #shatta #bouyon #dancehall #hiphop #trap #souljaboy #metroboomin #afroplug #musicproduction #musichistory

    12 min

  2. 1 Jul

    How I Remix Kanye & Rihanna's All of the Lights Into Bouyon with Afroplug Loops

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    5 min

  3. 25 Jun

    All Afro Music Genres Explained in 1 Episode (African, Caribbean & Latin)

    Afroplug 2.0 is live: https://afroplug.comExplore 20,000+ royalty-free samples & plugins from 100+ Afro genres: https://afroplug.com/shop100+ music genres. One root: Africa.This is a 30-minute tribute to each one of them — from the sounds the whole planet moves to, to the African roots, the Caribbean & Latin chapter and the wider diaspora across the Americas, Europe and Asia.

    27 min
  4. How I Remade Vybz Kartel's WYFL Riddim with Riddimz — Our FREE Dancehall Plugin

    22 Jun

    How I Remade Vybz Kartel's WYFL Riddim with Riddimz — Our FREE Dancehall Plugin

    Join Afroplug 2.0 — Free Afroplug Essentials Drumkit for every new member https://www.afroplug.com Get Riddimz Lite (FREE Dancehall plugin): https://afroplug.com/shop/riddimz Riddimz Pro (100 presets): https://afroplug.com/shop/riddimz

    11 min
  5. Dunnie, Nigeria’s #1 Female Producer — Making Hits With Burna Boy & Yemi Alade | Exclusive Interview

    13 Mar

    Dunnie, Nigeria’s #1 Female Producer — Making Hits With Burna Boy & Yemi Alade | Exclusive Interview

    In this episode of Afroplug Podcast in collaboration with ‪@LeogalTVShow‬ , we sit down with ‪@officialdunnie‬ — singer, songwriter, and one of Nigeria’s most powerful female music producers.Dunnie opens up about her journey breaking into a male-dominated industry with no female role models to look up to, and how she carved her own path to the top.She talks about her experience producing for global superstars like Burna Boy and Yemi Alade, working with Wande Coal, Falz, Focalistic and many more — and what it takes to get placements at that level as a woman in Afrobeats.The conversation dives deep into her approach to production, her mission to open doors for the next generation of female producers in Africa, and why she believes the game is finally changing.

    42 min
  6. James BKS : Manu Dibango’s Son, Producer & Artist on Idris Elba’s Label — Interview (Little Simz..) - FR

    11 Feb

    James BKS : Manu Dibango’s Son, Producer & Artist on Idris Elba’s Label — Interview (Little Simz..) - FR

    In this episode of Afroplug Podcast in collaboration with Pulp Mag , we sit down with James BKS — Cameroonian producer, artist, and son of Afrobeat legend Manu Dibango.James opens up about growing up in the shadow of one of Africa’s greatest musicians, how he carved his own path in the industry, and what it means to carry the Dibango name while building his own legacy.He talks about his journey from working with Little Simz, Carlos Santana to being signed on Idris Elba’s 7Wallace label, and what that transition meant for his artistry and vision.He works also with Akon, T Pain, Stanley Enow & Many more.The conversation dives deep into his approach to production, his connection to the Makossa sound, and how he bridges African music culture with global influences.The episode also touches on his collaborations and creative relationships with artists across the industry, offering an honest look at what it takes to thrive as an independent African artist on the world stage.

    12 min
  7. Moliy’s ‘Shake It to the Max’ — Silent Addy & Disco Neil Explain How the Beat Was Made

    11 Jan

    Moliy’s ‘Shake It to the Max’ — Silent Addy & Disco Neil Explain How the Beat Was Made

    Afroplug Podcast — in collaboration with The Pulp Radio In this episode of the Afroplug Podcast, we sit down with producers Silent Addy and Disco Neil to talk about the making of Moliy’s global hit “Shake It to the Max.” They share the story behind the beat, how the record came together, and the creative decisions that shaped its sound and success. From the early ideas to the final version, this conversation offers an honest look into the production process behind a global dancehall moment. The discussion also explores the song’s international impact and the Caribbean connections around the record, with contributions from Shenseea, Skillibeng, Kalash, and Maureen. A candid interview about music, production, and what it really takes to turn a beat into a global hit.

    11 min
  8. Melo-X interview : Producing beats and work for Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Tems.. his favorite plugins and his 2024 EP

    18/12/2023

    Melo-X interview : Producing beats and work for Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Tems.. his favorite plugins and his 2024 EP

    💽 Explore our Extensive Library of 20,000+ Loops & Samples Reggae, Afrobeats, Amapiano, and More : https://www.afroplug.com In this exclusive interview and final episode 10 of Afroplug Podcast season 2023 , we sit down with Famous Jamaican  @MeLoXtraTVOfficial  , Talented Artist, Producer, DJ, Photographer, Grammy Winner & Entrepreneur : and long-time ollaborator and Producer of Beyoncé! Unique in his genre, mixing his origins with futuristic music according to his desires: his albums, remixes and original productions have had him working with Beyoncé for 10 years now, working for Jay-Z, Tems, Little Sims, Raury, Ed Sheeran, Jesse Boykins and more... A must-see interview for every Producer! 🔥 Discover this audio episode with the behind-the-scenes stories, creative insights, and experiences of this music producer as they share their journey in the music industry. Don't miss this insightful conversation with the producer behind the hits that have taken the French rap scene by storm. Subscribe and stay tuned for more exciting interviews and music industry insights! 💽 Stay connected with Melo-X : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meloxtra 💽 Stay connected with Afroplug: Website: https://www.afroplug.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afroplugram/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Afroplugweb/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisisafroplug 🎧 Listen to Afroplug podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DpXDODfUUVfZYMJNupVpW 🎧 Listen to Afroplug podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/afroplug-podcast/id1707075544 🌍 What is Afroplug? 🌍 Afroplug is your go-to destination for top-notch, professionally crafted African sounds, samples, and virtual instruments. Trusted by over 70,000 producers worldwide, Afroplug's resources have been used by artists like Drake, Burna Boy, Sean Paul, Ozuna, Davido, Lil Wayne, Travis Scott, and many more. Whether you're a music producer, beatmaker, or artist, Afroplug offers a wealth of resources that allow you to infuse your music with the rich and diverse sounds of Africa. Join us on this exploration of Afroplug and discover how you can elevate your music production with the magic of African music. Whether you're an experienced producer or just starting your musical journey, Afroplug has something extraordinary in store for you. Join us now: https://www.afroplug.com 🌍 What is Afroplug? 🌍 Afroplug is your go-to destination for top-notch, professionally crafted African sounds, samples, and virtual instruments. Trusted by over 70,000 producers worldwide, Afroplug's resources have been used by artists like Drake, Burna Boy, Sean Paul, Ozuna, Davido, Lil Wayne, Travis Scott, and many more. Whether you're a music producer, beatmaker, or artist, Afroplug offers a wealth of resources that allow you to infuse your music with the rich and diverse sounds of Africa. Join us on this exploration of Afroplug and discover how you can elevate your music production with the magic of African music. Whether you're an experienced producer or just starting your musical journey, Afroplug has something extraordinary in store for you. Join us now: https://www.afroplug.com

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Afroplug Podcast celebrates music producers, artists, and key voices shaping the music and music tech industries, with a focus on Afro, Latin, and Caribbean sounds from around the world. Each episode features in-depth conversations with creators and industry professionals behind influential records and platforms, connected to artists such as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Wizkid, Rema, Davido, Burna Boy, Fanny J, Angélique Kidjo, Tiakola, and more. The podcast explores creative processes, favorite tools and DAWs, career journeys, and insights on building a sustainable path in today’s global music industry.

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  • Creator
    Afroplug
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Afroplug
  • Show Website
    Afroplug Podcast