Underground Unreleased

Okwuchi Okaa
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Underground Unreleased is where raw sound meets real stories. Hosted by Wuchi aka The Chocolate Monster aka The African Wizard, this show shines a spotlight on the underground - from rising Afrobeats acts in Nigeria to untapped Black artists across the diaspora. Whether it’s rare unreleased tracks, deep cuts, or unfiltered conversations, we’re here to amplify the voices that deserve the world stage. No fluff. No hype. Just fire music and real energy. New episodes drop biweekly. Tap in and catch the next wave before it breaks.

  1. 3D AGO

    Episode 15 - Industry Plant

    This week on Underground Unreleased, we're going audio-only but still doing what we do best! First, we break down Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance and debate whether any Afrobeats artist right now could’ve done it better. We talk Davido losing another Grammy to Tyla and what it’ll actually take for a Nigerian artist to win on that stage. We also unpack why Mavin Records artists aren’t connecting like they used to, and whether J. Cole stepping away from Kendrick Lamar changes how we view his legacy.

    1h 50m

  2. FEB 3

    Episode 14 - Unreal

    The guys give their review of Asake and Wizkid's collab EP, REAL, and discuss Dremo's "Man2Man" challenge.

    1h 3m

  3. FEB 2

    Episode 14 - Unreal

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    1h 3m
  4. Episode 13 - Underground or Underground

    JAN 20

    Episode 13 - Underground or Underground

    Underground or Underground | Episode 13 First episode of 2026. First, we address the gap - Detty December, travel, and why it took a minute to get back behind the mic. Recorded during Nigeria vs Morocco, this episode turns into a wider conversation about pressure, narratives, and culture. We unpack what “underground” means in Nigerian music today, debate the state of the Underground rap scene, and touch on: Ayra Starr’s recent image shift Seun Kuti vs Wizkid FC African categories at the Grammys Why The Headies lack credibility The Tyla Afrobeats debate Asake & Wizkid pushing back their EP And Sleepers: two song recommendations for our listeners. ENJOY!

    1h 12m

  5. JAN 19

    Episode 13 - Underground or Underground

    First episode of 2026 After a Detty December and a long recording break, we’re back to kick off 2026. On Episode 13, we recorded while the Nigeria vs Morocco match was being played, using the moment to talk pressure, narratives, and expectations. We break down what “underground” really means in Nigerian music; separating upcoming artists from the current Underground rap scene - and question whether that scene is actually pushing culture forward. We also discuss: **Ayra Starr’s image shift and why it isn’t landing **Seun Kuti vs Wizkid FC and stan culture The African categories at the Grammy Awards and why recognition still feels limited Why the The Headies can’t be taken seriously Whether Tyla should be labeled an Afrobeats artist Why delaying the Asake & Wizkid EP may have been the right move And putting listeners onto two songs worth checking out.

    1h 12m

  6. 12/19/2025

    Episode 12 - If It Ain't Broke

    On the new episode, the guys discuss Asake's Red Bull Symphonic concert, Asake and Wizkid's upcoming "Real" EP, T-Pain's status in Nigeria, the state of Hip-Hop post-war between Drake and Kendrick Lamar and lots more!

    1h 3m

  7. 12/04/2025

    Episode 11 - Fire Your Sound Guy

    In this episode, the guys break down Burna Boy’s canceled Chicago show and his so-called “apology,” debate AI’s growing influence in Afrobeats, and dive into whether the culture is truly ready for openly LGBT artistes. They also react to a music review request from a new listener. Tap in!

    59 min

  8. 12/04/2025

    Episode 11 - Fire Your Sound Guy

    In this episode, the guys break down Burna Boy’s canceled Chicago show and his so-called “apology,” debate AI’s growing influence in Afrobeats, and dive into whether the culture is truly ready for openly LGBT artistes. They also react to a music review request from a new listener. Tap in!

    59 min
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Underground Unreleased is where raw sound meets real stories. Hosted by Wuchi aka The Chocolate Monster aka The African Wizard, this show shines a spotlight on the underground - from rising Afrobeats acts in Nigeria to untapped Black artists across the diaspora. Whether it’s rare unreleased tracks, deep cuts, or unfiltered conversations, we’re here to amplify the voices that deserve the world stage. No fluff. No hype. Just fire music and real energy. New episodes drop biweekly. Tap in and catch the next wave before it breaks.

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  • Creator
    Okwuchi Okaa
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Okwuchi Okaa
  • Show Website
    Underground Unreleased