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  The rising Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Shoday has just unleashed his highly anticipated debut album HYBRID, and street DJ sensation WF DJ Harji (aka Da Magic Fingers) is keeping the vibes alive with a fresh HYBRID Mix dedicated to the full project. Dropped in early February 2026, HYBRID showcases Shoday's signature blend of street pop, highlife influences, R&B, and soulful melodies. The 14-track body of work builds on his 2025 breakout hits like "Hey Jago," "Gaddem," and "Nakupenda," while introducing new anthems that fuse Lagos street energy with global appeal To celebrate the release, WF DJ Harji teams up with ZagaEmpire to drop the HYBRID Mix (Shoday Full Album)—a seamless, high-energy mixtape that spins through the entire album with DJ flair, transitions, and that classic Naija mix heat. This follows Harji's earlier "Best of Shoday" mixtape, proving he's locked in on amplifying Shoday's catalog. Download, listen, and sh...

 Nigerian rising star Shoday has officially released his highly anticipated debut album, HYBRID, marking a major milestone in his fast-ascending career. Dropped today (February 6, 2026), the 14-track project arrives just as pre-release buzz pushed it to impressive chart positions, including a peak at #6 on Apple Music Nigeria Top Albums ahead of launch. Shoday, born Shodade Solomon Segun and hailing from Agege, Lagos, blends street pop roots with influences from highlife, R&B, and soul—creating what he describes as his "rawest form yet." The album serves as both an introduction to his world and a bold declaration of evolution, shaped by late-night sessions, hard-earned lessons, and unwavering supporter belief before mainstream spotlight. HYBRID is anchored by five standout lead singles that showcase his versatility: “Casablanca” (feat. Ayo Maff) “Screaming Beauty” (feat. Olivetheboy) “A1” (feat. Kizz Daniel) “Shoday Kilode” “Paparazzi” (feat. FOLA) These tracks, already h...