The No-Stan Zone Podcast with Tiae

The No-Stan Zone Podcast with Tiae

With over a decade of experience behind the mic as an Executive Producer and Radio Host of numerous shows in Nigeria and the U.S., Tiae (tee ay) brings a dynamic, fresh, and nuanced perspective on the events around the Nigerian and African music industry. Unbiased and appreciative of all creative talents, Tiae dives deep into the various genres and artists on the African continent, offering insights like never before. Tune in to new episodes every Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 10, 2025 8 mins

On today's episode Tiae makes a big announcement. The first season of the podcast ends today. A big thank you to everyone who has made the podcast memorable; from the loyal listeners to our guests and even artists who have shown support in various ways. Although there isn't a scheduled date for the start of the next season, be assured that we will be back soon with bigger and better ideas on how to educate the world about the music...

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Today's episode starts with Tiae giving an update on his discoveries from the Amaeya's catalog which is absolute breathtaking (4:16); followed by reviews of new release from Tyla "Is It" (12:49), Fave "Intentions" (15:44), Clean Bandit ft Lloyiso "Believe" (19:48) also from Ghanian sensation Gyakie "Unconditional" (27:25). Finally a deep dive into the album one of the most fascinating Afrobeats artist today, Reekado Banks (The Game...

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The Pod starts with Tiae sharing his thoughts on the recent viral clip of Ghanian artist Amaarae about the state of Afrobeats today (3:20); An update to the faux Nigerian rap beef, it was all click bait for album release (13:19); New singles release by Amaeya, Kemuel, FirstKlaz, Kwame Eugene and Ckay (19:47); My rant about the Lack of Honesty being the root problem of the Nigerian music industry, not Structures (43:03); Benson's a....

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The Pod started with a look at Legendary Rapper Olamide's new self-titled Album (3:26); followed the click baity rap beef between Odumodublack and Blaqbones (18:43); also Tiae's thoughts on Ric Hasani's new project "Lagos Lover Boy" (25:46); New Music by Victony "Glory" (39:08); Central Cee and Sexxy Red ride the Afrobeats wave (44:21); and finally a conversation about the Gospel music genre in Nigeria and the theft of its IP by fo...

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A really eventful week for the Nigerian music scene. Tiae opens the pod talking about the industry needs to prioritize before we start conversations about "structures" i.e Seeing and believing in our collective Ingenuity (1:53); addressing the outrage by many fan fans both in Nigerian and diaspora about the BET awards giving Ayra Starr her awards back stage (23:41); and finally a deep dive into albums by Iceprince titled "Star...

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We Hit 60 Episodes!!!! A big thankyou to everyone for your support every week. Tiae dives into the news about American company, Billboard opening shop in Africa' why he thinks they have their feet in their mouth and more (5:00); Kizz Daniel has his Masters for 'New Era Album" and more (46:11); New music by Qing Madi - Ego (53:25); Nikita Kering' - Haina Pressure (59:48); BNXN ft FOLA - Very soon (1:02:10); and finally Bloody Civili...

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Today's episode was a buffet of incredible music albums from 3 of Africa's best Artists. Kizz Daniel: Uncke K-Lemon Chase (4:52); Falz: The Feast: 21:00); Rowlene x Christer: Moments After (36:29); and finally Tiae's single of the week Tim Lyre ft Boj: Lock in (50:51).



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Today's episode starts with Tiae given a follow up about the fantastic Angolan-Portuguese artist, singer, songwriter and producer Carla Prata (3:00); as well as a celebration of Tyra Chantey's nomination for "Rookie artist" at the Swedish Music Awards (10:41); New music from Tiae's current favorite Ghanian artist Gyakie: Sankofa (15:30); A trip down memory lane about Legendary music group Styl Plus and their recent song with rapper...

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Tiae starts today episode like never before sharing about the heaviness he has felt all week on the issue of Gaza and the war going on and the need for him to speak out (3:34); Happy wedding anniversary to Illbliss and family (13:17); What's the connection between the 2000s obsession with "Na Na" and the Nigerian music scene (16:08); New music by Koffee(38:43), Carla Prata (40:58) and Bridget Blue (46:12), Barnaba ft Diamond Platnu...

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In 2025 the AMCVAs isn't just an award show but African Fashion's biggest night. Culture Custodian's Senior Writer Seyi Lasisi joined me on the pod to all about the Cultural relevance of the AMVCAs to the Fashion Industry, winners and losers of the night but most importantly to celebrate African Brilliance, Creativity and Ingenuity.


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This week Tiae starts the show sharing about how exciting it was MiDi KwaKwa found the podcast (5:13), followed by his thoughts on this week's new music by BNXN - Cutesy (23:01); Falz - Round of Applause (35:04); Ayox ft Qing Madi - What have you done (42:20); Mr Eazi - Lovee me now (48:48); Shansea ft NASRI - I'll be fine (52:08); and finally Tiae's thoughts on creating space for our Nigerian Greats to retire (57:07).


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Tiae starts the show sharing what he's most grateful for after tunning a year older during the week. Then he gives an unexpected rant about the Headies and its emotionally abusive relationship with the Nigerian Music Industry following the conclusion of its most recent event (6:45); followed by a look at the newest releases this week from KOLD AF ft Prettyboy D-O (31:08), Burnaboy (39:27), Niniola with smash hit PSA (41:33), Olamid...

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The Podcast resumes this week with Tiae following up on his thoughts about newbie FOLA, going through his discography and listening to his latest single with Kizz Daniel (5:10); A deep dice into Davido's 5th studio album (19:29); Lil Kesh makes a comeback with a really good afro pop album FGI (42:02); R&B Tiwa Savage is out with a new single You4Me (53:29); Tim Lyre and Show Dem Camp combine on a new record (57:58); and finally...

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As the weather gets warmer artists have began to release more music; Tiae dives into the freshest releases of the week from Kizz Daniel (8:30) to Bella Shmurda ft FOLA (19:06); Ghana's very own KiDi ft Gyakie (21:14); and finally Reekado Banks (25:52). Tiae ends the Pod drawing the connection between Shallipopi's viral single "LAHO" and Burnaboy's recent crashout.


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Today's Pod starts with some deep introspection by Tiae on taking the time to slow down from daily hustle to take care of one's physical and mental health (00:39); Then an extensive look into some of the past week's releases by Tay Iwar - Reflection Station (9:44); Ruger - Blownboy RU (21:34); Joeboy - Viva Lavida (40:39); and Odumodublack - The Machine Is Coming (53:37)



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Celebrating 50 Episodes was how Tiae started the pod today, talking about the journey and sacrifices to get here (2:30); he then goes goes on an incredible rant about how "WE" have lowered the bar for who gets called a star using the high bar of Wande Coal's first album as reference (9:26); Tiae also spoke about the mediocre performances of Teni and Llona on Fridayy's recent album as well as new music from Africaine (17:31); Finall...

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Tiae starts today's episode with details on the reason for his absence on the pod and thanks the listeners for their patience; then his thoughts on new music by MiDi KwaKwa (10:24), Iloyiso (29:04), RU (39:53) and more from around the NIgerian music scene; finally Tiae talks about "The decline of Music Producers and the Rise of beat makers and the impact of this ono the Nigerian music scene (51:42)



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Tiae starts the pod with his thoughts on the Adeayo's "response" to the last episode about his article from a few months ago (2:04); new music by Craig David and Tiwa and more (10:56); Also a question was asked, If you could bring back an OG Nigerian artist in their prime, who would you choose? (29:21); NSG Album "Big 6" (32:06); and finally Tiae agrees with KOLD AF's tweet cooking the industry (46:20).



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This episode Tiae sarts the pod addressing his viral tweet about last weeks episode about the Headies. He dives deeply into his thoughts behind the tweet and touches in concrete steps needed to move toward (4:44); Oladips dissing the Headies and claiming rap is dead (22:43); New music by Burna boy and Lojay(28:09); Seyi Vibez recent drop and incredible growth (37:34); finally Tiae's strong push back of Adeayo's article (48:58).


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On this new episode, TIae starts with his review of some new music that were released this week (5:22); followed by a focus on projects from 255 (29:42) and Wani (41:53). The "Foreignization of Afrobeats" is an issue that Tiae shares his thoughts about as well (46:12); Finally Tiae talks about the release of "The Headies Awards" nominations and the "3 Pillars" needed for a successful awards show (1:02:54)


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