Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx

ISRAEL OLUWAFEMI MAKANJUOLA
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The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx is a culture focused podcast that examines music not merely as entertainment, but as a reflection of society. Hosted by music journalist Femi Makx, the podcast explores the stories, ideas, and social forces shaping today’s music and creative landscape. Through in depth conversations and thoughtful analysis, each episode situates music within broader discussions on identity, youth culture, power, creativity, and everyday life in contemporary society. The Artiste Hangout offers listeners clarity and context, helping them understand what the music reveals abou

  1. Aug 25

    AYRA STARR & ZAYN HEAVEN BABY: Why This Collaboration Hits Differently | Artiste Hangout

    Ayra Starr and ZAYN come together on “Heaven Baby,” a collaboration that is quietly becoming one of the most talked-about songs from Ayra Starr’s Starrgirl era. But what exactly makes Heaven Baby stand out? In this episode of Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, we take a closer look at Ayra Starr and ZAYN’s unexpected musical pairing, the song’s emotional pull, its softer sound, the vulnerability in its lyrics, and why listeners appear to be connecting with it differently from some of the bigger, louder records around it. From Ayra Starr’s Afrobeats identity to ZAYN’s pop and R&B influence, “Heaven Baby” sits at an interesting intersection of African music and global pop. We also look at the song’s growing conversation across social media, its TikTok appeal, and why some songs do not need to be the loudest to leave the biggest impression. Is “Heaven Baby” an underrated Ayra Starr song? Is the Ayra Starr and ZAYN collaboration working because of its simplicity? And why does this particular song feel so personal to listeners? Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx goes beyond the lyrics and the vibes to explore the music, culture, ideas and conversations shaping today’s artists and the African music industry. Listen, share and join the conversation. #AyraStarr #ZAYN #HeavenBaby #AyraStarrZAYN #Starrgirl #Afrobeats #Afropop #AfrobeatsPodcast #MusicPodcast #MusicReview #NigerianMusic #ArtisteHangout #FemiMakx

    AYRA STARR & ZAYN HEAVEN BABY: Why This Collaboration Hits Differently | Artiste Hangout

  2. Aug 22

    THE POLITICS OF FAME: SOWORE ON DAVIDO, OSUN & ARTISTES IN POLITICS

    What happens when Nigeria’s biggest music stars, celebrity influence and the realities of politics collide? In this compelling episode of The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, Abisola Omoyeni sits down with Omoyele Sowore for a thought-provoking conversation about Davido, the Osun election, Nigerian artistes in politics, celebrity influence, youth participation and the growing intersection between Afrobeats and Nigerian politics. Abisola Omoyeni is a multi-talented Nigerian media professional known for her work across broadcast journalism, content production, digital storytelling and writing. A first-class graduate of the prestigious University of Ibadan, she brings a sharp, thoughtful and deeply engaging perspective to this conversation. At the centre of the episode is the increasingly important question of artistes and politics in Nigeria. What happens when millions of young Nigerians look to musicians not only for entertainment, but also for opinions on elections, leadership and society? How much political influence should celebrities wield? Can artistes use their platforms to encourage voter education, civic participation, political awareness and accountability? And where should the line be drawn between celebrity endorsement and informed political engagement? Sowore also speaks on Davido and the Osun political conversation, opening up a wider debate about fame, influence, political power and the responsibility that comes with having one of the largest youth audiences in Nigeria. This is more than a conversation about Davido or the Osun election. It is a conversation about Nigeria’s entertainment industry, Afrobeats, celebrity culture, Nigerian democracy, young voters and the political power of influence. And The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx continues to take the conversation beyond Nigeria. The podcast is currently charting across 39 Apple Podcasts and iTunes charts internationally, with appearances across markets including Nigeria, Egypt, Malta, Côte d’Ivoire, Angola, Uganda, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya, India, Qatar, New Zealand, Tanzania, Senegal, Greece, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates and more. From music and culture to the issues shaping the future of young Nigerians, The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx continues to create space for conversations that matter. If you are interested in Davido, Omoyele Sowore, Abisola Omoyeni, Osun politics, Nigerian politics, artistes in politics, Afrobeats, celebrity influence, youth politics, Nigerian elections and the future of democracy in Nigeria, this is an episode you should not miss. Listen, share and join the conversation. Hosted by Femi Makx, with Abisola Omoyeni. #ArtisteHangout #FemiMakx #AbisolaOmoyeni #OmoyeleSowore #Davido #OsunElection #OsunPolitics #NigerianPolitics #ArtistesInPolitics #Afrobeats #CelebrityPolitics #CelebrityInfluence #YouthPolitics #NigerianYouth #NigerianElection #Nigeria #NigerianDemocracy #MusicAndPolitics #DavidoPolitics

    THE POLITICS OF FAME: SOWORE ON DAVIDO, OSUN & ARTISTES IN POLITICS

  3. Aug 15

    TEA BY REMA & FEMI MAKX’s REACTION

    Rema is back with “TEA”, and this time, he isn’t trying to tell you a complicated story. He’s flirting. He’s flexing. He’s talking about attraction. And he keeps coming back to one word: TEA. But is there actually more to the song than that? In this episode of Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, Femi Makx breaks down Rema’s latest release and asks whether listeners are sometimes guilty of expecting too much from artists they admire. Because when it comes to Rema, every new song seems to invite a bigger conversation. Is this a new era? Is he making a statement? Is there a hidden meaning? Is he experimenting with a new sound? But what if “TEA” is simply Rema having fun? The song is direct and unapologetic, built around desire, confidence and a playful use of language. “Tea” becomes more than just a word for the woman Rema is describing. It also carries the familiar cultural meaning of something hot, something people want to talk about, something that catches attention. And then there is the production. “TEA” is produced by Mustard, bringing one of America’s most recognisable modern producers into Rema’s latest musical moment. That collaboration alone makes the record worth paying attention to, especially as Afrobeats continues to blur the boundaries between Nigerian pop and global sounds. Femi Makx looks beyond the obvious and asks a bigger question: Does every Rema song need to mean something profound? Maybe “TEA” is not trying to change the culture. Maybe it is not trying to redefine Rema. Maybe it is simply a swagger record, a party record and a record designed to live in the moment. And perhaps that is enough. This is Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx. A podcast where we go beyond the lyrics, beyond the vibes, and into the ideas, culture and conversations behind the music. Listen to the full reaction and join the conversation. #Rema #TEA #RemaTEA #FemiMakx #ArtisteHangout #RemaTeaReaction #Afrobeats #Afropop #NigerianMusic #AfrobeatsPodcast #MusicPodcast #Mustard #Rema2026 #NigerianMusic #AfrobeatsCulture

    TEA BY REMA & FEMI MAKX’s REACTION

  4. Jul 31

    Tyla’s Lagos Show Was Never Just a Concert

    Everyone’s arguing about whether Tyla should’ve cancelled her Lagos show. Femi Makx aka Oluwafemi Makanjuola is asking a different question: what happens when this becomes the new normal? In one week, Tyla’s Nigeria concert disappeared, Ayra Starr got denied entry into South Africa, and a Nigerian senator called for visa retaliation against South African artists. Three separate headlines. One pattern. In this solo breakdown, Femi traces where this is actually heading, and why the artists caught in the middle might be the first casualties of a crisis they didn’t create. Amapiano is in every Nigerian playlist. Afrobeats runs through South African clubs. That relationship is now on the clock. 🎙️ New episode of The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx. Listen now.

    Tyla’s Lagos Show Was Never Just a Concert

  5. Jul 19

    The Responsibility of Influence | Music, Drug Culture & the NDLEA

    I covered the Oyo State meth lab bust: billions in drugs, five suspects, a Mexican trafficking expert arrested. It got me thinking about a different side of Nigeria’s drug problem, one law enforcement can’t touch. For most young Nigerians, drugs weren’t first understood on the streets. They were first heard in a song. On this episode of The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, I sat down with Femi Babafemi, Director of Media and Advocacy at the NDLEA, to talk about drugs, music, and Nigeria’s entertainment industry. I asked him directly: Are artists responsible for glorifying drug use in their lyrics? Do celebrities get protected from arrest while smaller, independent artists take the fall? Can an artist battling addiction trust the NDLEA enough to ask for help without being exposed? And does using drugs actually make anyone more creative, or is that the biggest lie in the music industry? His answers reveal a side of the NDLEA most Nigerians never hear about, including a confidential rehabilitation program that has treated Nigerian celebrities without their names ever going public. This episode covers Afrobeats, addiction, fame, drug culture, youth influence, and the NDLEA’s real approach to Nigeria’s entertainment industry, straight from the agency’s own Director of Media and Advocacy. Topics: NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, Afrobeats, drug addiction, Nigerian music industry, youth culture, rehabilitation, Femi Makx, The Artiste Hangout

    The Responsibility of Influence | Music, Drug Culture & the NDLEA

  6. May 9

    Dai Dai by Shakira x Burna Boy | Can This FIFA 2026 Anthem Beat Waka Waka?

    The World Cup anthem conversation is already heating up and this time, it’s global superstar Shakira alongside Afrobeats giant Burna Boy at the center of it all. In this episode of The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, we break down the possibility of Burna Boy and Shakira delivering a FIFA anthem that could dominate the world stage ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Can any song ever match the energy and legacy of Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)? Is nostalgia making fans too harsh on newer World Cup songs? And why does Burna Boy’s involvement feel like another huge moment for Afrobeats globally? From fan reactions to music expectations, global culture, football vibes, and what makes a World Cup anthem truly timeless, this episode dives deep into the conversation everyone is already talking about. #BurnaBoy #Shakira #FIFA2026 #WorldCupAnthem #WakaWaka #Afrobeats #FootballCulture #TheArtisteHangout #FemiMakx #SpotifyPodcasts #PodcastNigeria #TrendingNow #MusicPodcast #WorldCup #BurnaBoyPodcast

    Dai Dai by Shakira x Burna Boy | Can This FIFA 2026 Anthem Beat Waka Waka?

  7. Apr 30

    Asake M$NEY Album Predictions

    Asake is set to release his fourth studio album M$NEY, and the anticipation across Afrobeats is already building. In this episode of The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, we break down everything to expect from the M$NEY album before it drops on May 1st, 2026. This is a full prediction episode focused on the sound, direction, and impact of Asake’s next move. From the marble-inspired artwork to the 13-track lineup under Giran Republic with EMPIRE distribution, the rollout already signals intention. We take a closer look at key collaborations, including DJ Snake on “Worship,” Tiakola on “Badman Gangsta,” and Kabza De Small on “Asambe,” and what they could bring to the overall sound of the project. The conversation dives into Asake’s signature Afrobeats style, from heavy percussion and Fuji influences to Yoruba elements and street pop energy. We also explore the likely themes behind M$NEY, including prosperity, hustle, faith, resilience, and legacy building, all of which have become central to his identity as an artiste. Femi Makx shares clear predictions on standout tracks, chart performance, and viral potential, especially around “Worship,” and how this album could further define Asake’s position in the global Afrobeats conversation. The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx continues to grow as a leading Afrobeats and Nigerian music podcast, charting in over 30 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. The podcast has reached Top 10 in multiple regions and Top 30 in Nigeria’s Music Interviews category on Apple Podcasts, with strong performance on Spotify. It currently sits within the Top 1% of podcasts globally, reflecting its growing influence in African music conversations. If you’re following Afrobeats, Nigerian artistes, or the business behind the music, this episode gives you a clear, grounded perspective before the album drops.

    Asake M$NEY Album Predictions

  8. Apr 17

    ACL 2.0: Blaqbonez VIOLATED Odumodublvck Again – The Diss That Refused To Die

    ACL 2.0 just landed and the streets are on fire. Blaqbonez didn’t just reply — he VIOLATED Odumodublvck again. After Odumodu allegedly bought the beat and took down the original ACL (a track that refused to die and was already pulling serious numbers), Blaqbonez came back with a fresh beat, sharper delivery, and that calculated mix of shots and “big bro” talk that has fans saying they actually felt bad for him. In this episode of The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx, we get into: • How the beef jumped from subliminals to full beat-buying drama • The exact moments in ACL 2.0 where Blaqbonez applies pressure and shifts tone • Why that “advice” angle is hitting harder than the insults • Was taking the song down a smart move or the moment this slipped out of Odumodu’s control Blaqbonez refused to let the moment die — and this version feels like the one that might haunt Odumodublvck for life. Now it’s on the table. Did Blaq cook twice or is Odumodu loading something bigger? Team Blaq or Team OD?

    ACL 2.0: Blaqbonez VIOLATED Odumodublvck Again – The Diss That Refused To Die
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The Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx is a culture focused podcast that examines music not merely as entertainment, but as a reflection of society. Hosted by music journalist Femi Makx, the podcast explores the stories, ideas, and social forces shaping today’s music and creative landscape. Through in depth conversations and thoughtful analysis, each episode situates music within broader discussions on identity, youth culture, power, creativity, and everyday life in contemporary society. The Artiste Hangout offers listeners clarity and context, helping them understand what the music reveals abou

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  • Creator
    ISRAEL OLUWAFEMI MAKANJUOLA
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © ISRAEL OLUWAFEMI MAKANJUOLA
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    Artiste Hangout with Femi Makx