Magixx
Birth nameAlexander Adelabu
Born (1999-09-27) 27 September 1999
Lagos, Nigeria
GenresAfro-fusion, afro-pop
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals
LabelsMavin Records

Alexander Adelabu (born 27 September 1999), professionally known as Magixx,[1][2] is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. In 2021, he was signed to Mavin Records.[3]

Early life and education

Adelabu was born and brought up in Lagos State. He obtained a degree in Mass Communication from the University of Lagos.[4]

Career

Magixx began singing in the choir at the age of 10.[5] In September 2021, he was signed to Mavin Records and released his debut self-titled EP Magixx, in that same year.[5]

In February 2022, he released a new version of "Love Don't Cost a Dime" with Ayra Starr, which debuted at 27 on TurnTableTop 50 chart, and peaked at number 8, on 28 March 2022.[6][7] On 20 July 2022, he released "Shaye" as the lead single from his second EP ATOM.[8] ATOM was released on 22 July 2022, to positive critical response.[9]

Discography

EPs

Selected singles

As lead artist
Year Title Album
2022 "Chocolate"[12] Non-album single
"Love Don't Cost a Dime (Re-Up)" (with Ayra Starr)[7]
"Shaye"[11][1] ATOM
2023 "Maria" Non-album single
As featured artist
Year Title Album
2022 Overloading (Overdose) (Mavins, Crayon & Ayra Starr feat. Ladipoe, Magixx & Boy Spyce)[13]

Awards and nominations

Year Ceremony Award Nominated work Result Ref
2022 The Headies Rookie of the Year Himself Nominated [14]


References

  1. 1 2 Okwuego, Oluchi (3 August 2022). "Nigerian Fast-rising Afrobeats artist Magixx releases album". Voice of Nigeria. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  2. ↑ Oyetayo, Bamise (9 May 2022). "Get To Know the Artistes and Members of Mavin Record Label". NotJustOk. Retrieved 19 October 2022.
  3. ↑ Edeme, Victoria (23 September 2021). "Don Jazzy unveils new Mavin artiste, Magixx". The Punch. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  4. ↑ Ihekere, Chinonso (25 September 2021). "Mavins' New Act, Magixx, Steps Out With A Vibrant, Optimistic Voice". The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  5. 1 2 Solomon, Robert (18 September 2021). "Get to know Magixx, Nigeria's next big Afro-fusion star". Mixmag. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  6. ↑ "TurnTable Charts | TurnTable Nigeria Top 100". TurnTable. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  7. 1 2 Custodian, Culture (9 February 2022). "Magixx Taps Ayra Starr For "Love Don't Cost A Dime" Remix". The Culture Custodian (Est. 2014.). Retrieved 13 October 2022.
  8. ↑ "Magixx Releases New Single – Shaye". Cool FM Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  9. ↑ Adebiyi, Adeayo (2 August 2022). "Magixx offers exciting fragments of his talent with 'Atom' EP [Pulse Album Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  10. ↑ Alake, Motolani (27 September 2021). "Hello Magixx, you're welcome [Pulse EP Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  11. 1 2 "Magixx – 1883 Magazine". 19 August 2022. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  12. ↑ BellaNaija.com (4 March 2022). "New Music: Magixx – Chocolate". BellaNaija. Retrieved 12 October 2022.
  13. ↑ BellaNaija.com (14 May 2022). "Mavin Records Puts Out Romantic Number titled "Overdose" featuring Crayon, Ayra Starr, Ladipoe, Magixx & Boy Spyce". BellaNaija. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  14. ↑ Okogba, Emmanuel (24 May 2022). "2022 Headies Full List Nominees". Vanguard News. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.