It’s incredible what Phyno has done, and he deserves more than just praise and respect. We all know Phyno is important for the culture. He provides music that is defined by its roots in the east, first in Hip-hop, and now in pop. His presence and relevance have made him an exemplary light from the east, with his work providing a better understanding of how diverse Nigeria’s sound culture is.But whatever good he has done, he is topping that now. He is leading the way in Nigeria as the first modern Nigerian artist to hold a personal homecoming concert which has twice filled stadiums, offered fans a new experience, and prove to people that the culture has grown enough for solo artists to pull a crowd of that size.“Phynofest was born out of a need to give back to my fans. I won’t be where I am today without their support,” he tells me via email. “I’ve been blessed and uplifted by the music I make.” He is right.
