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Magixx | |
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Birth name | Alexander Adelabu |
Born | 27 September 1999 |
Genres | Afro-fusion, Afro-pop |
Occupations |
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Instrument | Vocals |
Labels | Mavin Records |
Alexander Adelabu (born 27 September 1999), professionally known as Magixx,[1][2] is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2021, he was signed to Mavin Records.[3]
Early life and education
Adelabu was born and brought up in Lagos State. He obtained a degree in Mass Communication from the University of Lagos.[4]
Career
Magixx began singing in the choir, at the age of 10.[5] In September 2021, he was signed to Mavin Records and released his debut self-titled EP Magixx, in that same year.[5]
In February 2022, he released a new version of "Love Don't Cost a Dime" with Ayra Starr, which debuted at 27 on TurnTableTop 50 chart, and peaked at number 8, on 28 March 2022.[6] [7] On 20 July 2022, he released "Shaye" as the lead single from his second EP ATOM.[8] ATOM was released on 22 July 2022, to positive critical response.[9]
Discography
EPs
Selected singles
Year | Title | Album |
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2022 | "Chocolate"[12] | Non-album single |
"Love Don't Cost a Dime (Re-Up)" (with Ayra Starr)[7] | ||
"Shaye"[11][1] | ATOM | |
Year | Title | Album |
2022 | Overloading (Overdose) (Mavins, Crayon & Ayra Starr feat. Ladipoe, Magixx & Boy Spyce) [13] |
Awards and nominations
Year | Ceremony | Award | Nominated work | Result | Ref |
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2022 | The Headies | Rookie of the Year | Himself | Nominated | [14] |
References
- ^ a b Okwuego, Oluchi (3 August 2022). "Nigerian Fast-rising Afrobeats artist Magixx releases album". Voice of Nigeria. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
- ^ Oyetayo, Bamise (9 May 2022). "Get To Know the Artistes and Members of Mavin Record Label". NotJustOk. Retrieved 19 October 2022.
- ^ Edeme, Victoria (23 September 2021). "Don Jazzy unveils new Mavin artiste, Magixx". The Punch. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
- ^ Ihekere, Chinonso (25 September 2021). "Mavins' New Act, Magixx, Steps Out With A Vibrant, Optimistic Voice". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ a b Solomon, Robert (18 September 2021). "Get to know Magixx, Nigeria's next big Afro-fusion star". Mixmag. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ "TurnTable Charts | TurnTable Nigeria Top 100". TurnTable. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ a b Custodian, Culture (9 February 2022). "Magixx Taps Ayra Starr For "Love Don't Cost A Dime" Remix". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.). Retrieved 13 October 2022.
- ^ "Magixx Releases New Single – Shaye". Cool FM Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ Adebiyi, Adeayo (2 August 2022). "Magixx offers exciting fragments of his talent with 'Atom' EP [Pulse Album Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ Alake, Motolani (27 September 2021). "Hello Magixx, you're welcome [Pulse EP Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ a b "Magixx - 1883 Magazine". 19 August 2022. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (4 March 2022). "New Music: Magixx – Chocolate". BellaNaija. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (14 May 2022). "Mavin Records Puts Out Romantic Number titled "Overdose" featuring Crayon, Ayra Starr, Ladipoe, Magixx & Boy Spyce". BellaNaija. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
- ^ Okogba, Emmanuel (24 May 2022). "2022 Headies Full List Nominees". Vanguard News. Retrieved 18 October 2022.