Joey Akan
Welcome to the official Joey Akan YouTube channel — the home of bold African storytelling.
Here, you’ll find all things Joey Akan: exclusive interviews, pop culture commentary, live conversations, field moments, and deep dives into the music shaping our world.
🎙️ Afrobeats Intelligence, Joey’s flagship podcast, continues to spotlight the architects of African sound and global culture. Full video episodes are now hosted exclusively on OkayAfrica’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP6T-19HmwpdaXDctGQcRBxCPHRmPS5MN&si=mwy2A7Bod3Gk8CMG
This channel is where you’ll find everything beyond the podcast — from on-the-road stories and documentary moments to cultural essays and conversations that move the needle.
Born from a decade of documenting African music, Joey Akan brings you closer to the people, ideas, and sounds defining our generation.
📲 Subscribe for new drops, live updates, and behind-the-scenes access into Joey’s creative universe.
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"Materialism is in. Culture is out." Director Pink (S4E11)
"Wizard Chan is in his own league." Director Pink (S4E11)
"In 2025, it's important to hone your craft." Lanre Masha (S4E10)
"Llona is a prime example of authenticity." Lanre Masha (S4E10)
"I used Popcaan's flow to make 'Warning'." Ruger (S4E9)
"After 'Dada', I had to start doing shows." Young Jonn (S4E8)
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"Who you sign to is very important." Tiwa Savage (S4E7)
"Pregnancy changed my voice." Tiwa Savage (S4E7)
"What I wanted most was to not die." Lojay (S4E6)
"The moment I went to school abroad, I was depressed." Lojay (S4E6)
"There are negative and positive numbers." Bella Shmurda (S4E5)
"I saw a street song in my dream." Bella Shmurda (S4E5)
"Our culture has not been exported." Muyiwa "Donawon" Awoniyi (S4E4)
"When Nonso Amadi left, it was my lowest of lows." Muyiwa "Donawon" Awoniyi (S4E4)
"When I Started, I Never Mentioned My Father" Gyakie (S4, E3)
"I've Always Been Around Nigerians" Gyakie (S4, E3)
"Abu Ventures Paid Me 24 Million Naira" Timaya (S4, E2)
"There Was No Plan B" Timaya (S4,E2)
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