Jess Finesse Presents

She sings,  she produces and she plays a little guitar! Our final guest of the season is the musician/"Audio Therapist" herself - Keziah Mallam!In this episode, Keziah shares some lessons that Nigeria has taught her since she moved back. We explore some of the challenges she's faced as a woman and  as an independent artist in the music industry. Keziah also explains her sound which leads to a conversation about the importance of identifying with a genre as an artist.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well!Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know him from Boombuzz Global or his podcast Terms and Conditions! Smoking garri today is a creative consultant, talent manager, music executive, and "deal's guy" - Excel Joab!We talk about several topics in this episode. Excel elaborates on his opinion that most new acts in the Nigerian music industry have no personality and tells us a story about Jay-Z and Ice Prince! We explore the impact of streaming on the African music industry from the business to the creation of the music itself. Excel also breaks down how social media propelled his career and advises aspiring industry professionals.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well!Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smoking garri with us this week is one of the Nigerian DJ's leading the EDM movement! He's a member of the collective "Village Sound System" - Calix!We start the conversation with a story about garri from Calix's secondary school days (it involves a cane)! We talk about the growth of Lagos' electronic music scene, common misconceptions surrounding it and shout out other DJ's leading the movement. We also talk about the remix culture and why it's been difficult for Nigerian producers and DJ's to pitch remixes to artists and labels.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well!Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us this week is multi-talented musician -Tim Lyre! In this episode, Tim highlights what artists should be on the lookout for when approached by labels and investors. He recalls some of the insecurities he had starting out. We also discuss the mediocre level of professionalism that most Nigerian performers display on stage and explore why that is.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Tim Lyre is an Afro-fusion singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. His debut album "Worry Less" is available for streaming on all platforms!Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smoking garri with us this week are two OG's that make up the rap duo - Show Dem Camp! We start off the episode with Tec explaining why 2022 is the year of the side chicks and Ghost's advice to people dating in Lagos.  They go on to share memories from the making of their first album "The Dreamer Project" and talk about the lessons they learned (some the hard way). Also, they give an important update regarding their next album!If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us this week is the Grammy award winning Queen of party anthems - Kah-lo! In this episode, we compare nightlife in Lagos and New York, talk about her deal with Epic Records, the culture of bootleg remixes and older artists selling their catalog.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smoking garri with Jess this week is singer-songwriter - Shayo Davids!Shayo kicks off the conversation by giving us an insight into who he is and his musical journey. From being born in a party to working at a studio for two years after secondary school. We also talk about his latest release, "Awon Temi," featuring Barry Jhay.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by a legend in the music industry. One of the best sound engineers/producers and he's fresh off a Headies nomination for his work on the latest Cavemen album - Bigfoot In Your Face!Bigfoot starts off the episode by painting a picture of what the Nigerian music industry was like in the 2000s. We go on to discuss how he met The Cavemen and the story behind their first album, working with Don Jazzy and producing the first 2 seasons of Project Fame.Get familiar with Bigfoot here.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us this week is the renowned celebrity/portrait photographer, creative director and artist  - Anny Roberts!We discuss Anny's early beginnings from working under TY Bello to opening up his own studio. We also talk about problems in the Nigerian creative industry and possible solutions.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by one of the most sought after music video directors in Nigeria - Director K!Director K shares his early beginnings with us. From fixing people's phones without their permission to shooting music videos for some of our biggest stars. He also gives us the backstory to Wizkid's "Essence" video.If you enjoyed this episode (like we're sure you would), don't forget to rate us and share - That way, even more people can enjoy the podcast as well! Follow us on Instagram: @JessFinessePresents @JessJessFinesse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.