I Want to Bridge the Gap Between Afrobeat and Pop Music- Bhadman Fame

In an exclusive interview with Bhadman Fame, the artiste from Edo state, Benin City, shared insights into his musical journey, influences, and aspirations.

When asked about his origins, Bhadman Fame, formerly known as Dwayne B, proudly declared, “I am an artiste from Edo state, Benin City.” Now based in Lagos state, Fame acknowledged his roots, emphasizing his journey from the Christ Embassy youth choir in Benin to officially recording music in Lagos 16 years ago.

Reflecting on his “aha” moment, Fame revealed, “My final ‘aha’ moment came 13 years ago when I recorded my first hit single titled OJON RO.” Despite its success, the track faced challenges in recognition and promotion due to financial constraints at the time.

Fame’s foray into the music industry gained momentum with the support of his mother and the guidance of legendary producer Fear Deevee. The artiste expressed gratitude, stating, “He taught and put me in the right direction with my music.”

Describing his sound as “Indie Afrobeat pop music,” Fame explained, “My sound is very unique, a blend of afrobeat pop, house music, R&B, and indie music.” He attributes his differentiation to his ability to deliver world-class music comparable to A-list artistes.

Influenced by artists like Chris Brown, Wande Coal, Wiz Kid, and Rema, Fame has released two EPs, “The Bcity Bad Man” and “Bhadman the 13th,” with music videos for tracks “Mara” and “Juice.”

Fame’s journey hasn’t been without challenges. He highlighted his struggle and envisioned creating an open record label where every aspiring artist could become a superstar without facing financial burdens. He stated, “To help developing and talented artiste become the stars they desire is my goal.”

Bhadman Fame, who also delves into artiste development through his brand “Fame and the Stars,” expressed excitement about his upcoming projects. He is currently working on his third EP and three focus singles titled “Like Me,” “Benin to Jozi,” and “Echo.”

Adding a personal touch to his story, Fame reminisced about starting his career as Dwayne B, receiving guidance from Eddy Remedies of the Remedies, and officially changing his name to Fame in 2021.

In a closing statement, Bhadman Fame urged his city, Benin City, to support him on his journey. He sees himself as the missing link between Afrobeat and Pop music, determined to bridge that gap and put Benin City on the map. With his unique sound and passion for the industry, Fame aims to leave an indelible mark in the world of music