Nigerian indigenous highlife star Anyidons has released “Splendid Album (EP)”, a four-track project built for highlife fans who love percussion-driven music. The festive compilation arrives as Eastern music lovers search for lively bodies of work. It blends traditional Igbo storytelling with a dancefloor bounce.
Anyidons leads the EP with his usual charismatic “Igbo Amaka” energy and expressive vocal poise. But the collaborations carry real weight here. Port Harcourt icon Duncan Mighty features on “Overdose”, while cultural vocalist Odenigbo appears on “Odogwu”. The project also includes the modernized revamp “Ije Love (Remix)” and the reflective closer “Onyema (Before Before)”.
Behind the boards, the producers paint a mid-tempo highlife canvas. Dazzling electric guitar plucks sit beside rolling native congas and crisp Ogene iron bell reverberations. Steady percussive shakers and smooth glides over flowing basslines keep everything moving, yet the mix leaves plenty of breathing room.
Anyidons rules the entire EP with vocal elegance honed over many years. He delivers proverb-laden Igbo chants, thankful testimonials, and catchy refrains built for weddings and weekend turn-ups. Duncan Mighty brings his Port Harcourt street polish, while Odenigbo adds cultural depth to “Odogwu”.
Which of the four tracks is your favourite so far? Drop your pick in the comment section below.
