Soundman Vol. 1 Explained

SoundMan Vol. 1
Type:	EP
Artist:	Starboy
Cover:	Soundman Vol. 1.jpg
Released:	6 December 2019
Recorded:	2019
Genre:	Afrobeats reggae R&B
Length:	24:46
Producer:	P2J Blaq Jerzee Kel-P London

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

Critical reception

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". 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".

Track listing

Notes

• "Blow" is the only track that has a music video.^{[6] [7]}

Notes and References

1. Web site: Nigeria: Wizkid Delights With 'Soundman Vol. 1']. All Africa. 14 December 2019 . 3 February 2020.
2. Web site: Wizkid shock fans with 'Soundman Vol. 1. The Nation. 8 December 2019 . 6 February 2020.
3. Web site: WIZKID RELEASES SURPRISE EP "SOUNDMAN VOL. 1". 6 December 2019 . Urban 96 FM . 6 February 2020.
4. Web site: SoundMan Vol. 1 (feat. Wizkid) by Starboy on Apple Music. iTunes.
5. Web site: Wizkid Drops Surprise 7-Track EP — "Sound Man Vol. 1". Bella Naija. 6 December 2019 . 6 February 2020.
6. Web site: [MP4 Download] StarBoy – Blow ft Wizkid & Blaq Jerzee]. HCamrone's Blog . 22 December 2019 . 2 February 2020.
7. Web site: StarBoy - Blow (Official Video) ft. Blaq Jerzee, Wizkid. YouTube.