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SoundMan Vol. 1
EP by
Starboy
ReleasedDecember 6, 2019
Recorded2019
Genre
Length24:46
Label
Producer
  • Ayodeji Balogun (exec.)
  • P2J
  • Blaq Jerzee
  • Kel P
  • London

Soundman Vol.1 is a debut EP by Nigerian record label Starboy Entertainment.[1] It was released on December 6, 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 upcoming fourth studio album Made in Lagos.[5][3]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Naijaloaded8/10 [6]
SoundStroke7.4/10 [7]
TooXclusive5/10 [8]
Pulse Nigeria4.3/10 [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.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Jam" (featuring Chronixx)
  • Ayodeji Balogun
  • Jamar McNaughton
P2J3:19
2."Blow" (featuring Blaq Jerzee)
  • Balogun
  • Isaiah Okhuofu
Blaq Jerzee3:48
3."Cover Me" (featuring DJ Tunez)
  • Balogun
Kel P3:19
4."Mine" (featuring Kel P)
  • Balogun
Kel P3:22
5."Electric" (featuring London)
  • Balogun
London2:59
6."Ease Your Mind" (featuring Kel P)
  • Balogun
Kel P3:05
7."Thankful"
  • Balogun
Blaq Jerzee4:58
Total length:24:46

Notes

  • "Blow" is the only track that has a music video.[10][11]

References

  1. ^ "Nigeria: Wizkid Delights With 'Soundman Vol. 1']". All Africa. December 14, 2019. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
  2. ^ "Wizkid shock fans with 'Soundman Vol. 1". The Nation. December 8, 2019. Retrieved February 6, 2020.
  3. ^ a b "WIZKID RELEASES SURPRISE EP "SOUNDMAN VOL. 1"". Urban 96 FM. Retrieved February 6, 2020.
  4. ^ "SoundMan Vol. 1 (feat. Wizkid) by Starboy on Apple Music". iTunes.
  5. ^ "Wizkid Drops Surprise 7-Track EP — "Sound Man Vol. 1"". Bella Naija. December 6, 2019. Retrieved February 6, 2020.
  6. ^ a b Synord (December 7, 2019). "NL Album Review:- Review Of Wizkid's Soundman EP – Hope You're Enjoying The EP?". Naijaloaded. Retrieved February 6, 2020.
  7. ^ a b "EP REVIEW: STARBOY (FT WIZKID) – SOUNDMAN VOL 1". SoundStroke. December 14, 2019. Retrieved February 6, 2020.
  8. ^ Oluwafemi, Taiwo (December 24, 2019). "Nothing Encouraging About Wizkid's New E.P, Poor Effort! "Soundman Vol 1" Review". TooXclusive. Retrieved February 2, 2020.
  9. ^ Motolani, Alake (December 24, 2019). "'SoundMan Vol. 1' is Wizkid's mediocre cash-grab that will serve a purpose [EP Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved February 2, 2020.
  10. ^ "[MP4 Download] StarBoy – Blow ft Wizkid & Blaq Jerzee". HCamrone's Blog. Retrieved February 2, 2020.
  11. ^ "StarBoy - Blow (Official Video) ft. Blaq Jerzee, Wizkid". YouTube.
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