Fresh off The Boat Podcast
Fresh Off The Boat is where music, culture, and conversation collide. Hosted by Tobe Onyebuchi, the show dives deep into the heartbeat of Afrobeats, hip hop, and global pop culture — connecting the sounds, stories, and people shaping today’s creative landscape.
Episodes
28 episodes
Ep 313 | JJC Skillz & Blackface EXPOSE The Untold History Of Afrobeats | Wizkid, 2Baba, Dbanj, Don Jazzy
This is more than just an interview, it’s a conversation with two men who were there before Afrobeats became a global phenomenon.JJC Skillz and Blackface Naija join Fresh Off The Boat for an unfiltered conversation about the real histor...
Ep 312 | DAVIDO FIRES BACK at ERIGGA | Konga EXPOSES Burna Boy, Don Jazzy & Wande Coal
Davido and Erigga are at the centre of a heated exchange after Erigga’s shade post sparks a fiery response. We break down what happened and whether this is turning into a full blown beef.Plus, Konga goes off on Don Jazzy, Wande Coal and ...
Ep 311 | Poco Lee UK Arrest Explained | Burna Boy Shuts Down Podium Zwart | Wizkid Reacts to Odumodu vs Blaqbonez
Poco Lee’s UK arrest takes another turn as details of the alleged charges emerge. Burna Boy delivers a huge performance at Podium Zwart, while Wizkid reacts to the explosive ODUMODUBLVCK vs Blaqbonez fight. We break down the biggest stories sha...
Ep 310 | Davido vs Wande Coal EXPLODES, ODUMODUBLVCK & Blaqbonez Woman Drama & Poco Lee Arrested
Davido and Wande Coal are going at it. What started as a dispute over a song has reportedly turned personal with both Afrobeats stars trading jabs online. We break down the Davido vs Wande Coal beef and ask how things got this far.We als...
Ep 309 | Stonebwoy on Shatta Wale Beef, Ghana Music’s Struggles, Afrobeats & P-Square Drama
Stonebwoy BREAKS SILENCE on Shatta Wale Beef, P-Square Drama, Ghana Music’s Struggles & AfrobeatsShatta Wale is a Ghanaian reggae and Afro dancehall artist, songwriter and entertainer. Originally performing under the name Bandana, he...
Ep 308 | Nigerians BOYCOTT Tyla's Show | Tomi Adeyemi Speaks Out on Children of Blood and Bone
Tyla is facing growing backlash online after calls for Nigerians to boycott her upcoming show in Nigeria, with many fans citing South Africa's history of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians. Is the criticism justified, or is the outrage mispla...
Ep 307 | Asake Drops MONEY Live Album! Is He Officially In Afrobeats Big 3?
Asake has surprised fans with the release of his MONEY Live Album, but has he done enough to cement his place among the biggest names in Afrobeats?In this episode, we break down the live album, Asake's incredible rise, and tackle one of ...
Ep 306 | Burna Boy Makes FIFA History
Burna Boy is set for another major global moment with his reported appearance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show. In this episode, we discuss what the opportunity means for his career, Afrobeats and African music on the world stage....
Ep 305 | Wizkid SNUBS Shopsydoo
This week on the podcast, we're breaking down the biggest stories shaking up Afrobeats and African entertainment.A viral video appears to show Wizkid walking past media personality Shopsydoo (Adesope Olajide) without acknowledging him. W...
Ep 304 | ODUMODUBLVCK Confronted Me About My Opinion
This week on the podcast, we're diving into the biggest stories in Afrobeats and music culture!Burna Boy celebrates his 35th birthday, but where does he rank in Afrobeats history? Is Burna Boy the greatest artist the genre has ever produ...
Ep 303 | BlaqBonez Will Sue ODUMODUBLVCK
#wizkid #odumodublvck #blaqbonez Wizkid has officially announced his highly anticipated new album 'Sexy' We break down what this means for Afrobeats, plus the explosive allegations made by Odumodublvck against Blaqbonez and why the mus...
Ep 302 | I'm Tired Of Chris Brown and Wizkid Collabs
#wizkid #chrisbrown #asake Afrobeats is moving fast, and this week there's plenty to talk aboutWizkid and Chris Brown are back together with their latest collaboration, "Man On A Mission". Could this be another global smash?<...
Ep 301 | Hate Watching
This week:African Countries Hate Watch South Africa in the World Cup Burna Boy and Shakira's World Cup Performance Nigerian Online Streamer Disrespects Wizkid and his ManagerNigerians turn on Davido due to ...
Ep 300 | Low Hanging Fruits
This week:Amapiano Vs Afrobeats Arsenal wins the Premier League, Champions League Finals Afrobeats artists making Low IQ music Asake's London Concert, fans are outrage with the concert ticket pricesLike, Co...
Ep 299 | For The Culture?
In today’s episode of Fresh Off The Boat, we’re diving deep into the biggest conversations shaking up music and pop culture right now!Chris Brown’s Brown album review. Davido announces a musical break but why now? Could this be ...
Ep 298 | Chaos
Afrobeats is heating up again.We’re breaking down the viral chaos between Carter Efe and Portable and why this “fight” turned into something way bigger than expected.Then we get into the online tension between Davido and DJ Tunez....
Ep 297 | This Got Messy
In this episode we discussedUsher x Chris Brown Ticket Prices OUTRAGEMichael Jackson Movie ReviewIs Burna Boy Arrogant or Misunderstood?Dark Side of Media Exposed – Did Kiss Extra Deliberately Remove Davido from O...
Ep 296 | Boogey man of Afrobeats
In this episode we discussedWireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West blocked from coming into the UKBurna Boy beats up Wizkid DJ Tunez Many More topics📱 FOLLOW US ON:Instagram: Tobe: https://www...
Ep 295 | The Best?
In this episode we discussed:Tems vs Burna Boy US popularity Omah Lay crowns himself the best of the last 20 years Is Afrobeats global dominance in decline?Dremo claims he didn't make money when he was sign...
Ep 294 | Label Moves
Wizkid and Ayra Starr dominate at the MOBO AwardsComposer behind Disney’s The Lion King iconic “Circle of Life” chant takes legal action against a comedian over a controversial translation. Afrobeats Music legend claims Asa...
Ep 293 | Chaos In Mavin Land
Asake sits down with Korty for a new documentary Crayon slams Don Jazzy and MAVIN Record Should Rema and Ayra Starr leave Mavin Records?Sarkodie announce 2027 02 Arena Concert And many more
Ep 292 | Robbed?
Is R2bees the most successful music group from Ghana Rolling Stone names Wizkid the Architect of Afrobeats Tems and Burna Boy dominate the new J Cole's album Tyla wins the Grammy Award over Davido
Ep 291 | Chella
Chella is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who rose to prominence in 2024 with his breakout single “Nyash Na Nyash”, a viral Afrobeats hit and “My Darling”, a record that marked a major milestone in Nigerian music history. The song peaked at nu...