Spotify And Asake Unite To Ignite Nigeria’s Skateboarding Scene With “Skate Noise Playlist”

Afrobeats superstar Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, is taking over Spotify’s Skate Noise playlist, putting Nigeria’s vibrant skate scene front and centre.

Known for his passion for skateboarding, Asake brings fresh energy to the playlist, celebrating the diverse, inclusive culture at the heart of Nigerian skateboarding.

Inspired by Lagos’ emerging skate crews, including the pioneering Dencity collective, Asake’s takeover merges music and movement, embodying the rhythm and resilience of the streets.

His track “Skating” encapsulates the pulse of the scene, making him the perfect artist to inspire the next generation of Nigerian skaters.

Spotify’s Skate Noise playlist has become a global platform where music and skate culture collide. With Asake at the helm, this edition brings fans together for a high-energy celebration of skateboarding, music, and self-expression in Nigeria.

“Music and skateboarding are incredibly creative forces, and Spotify recognises the powerful connection between them,” says Phiona Okumu, Head of Music for Spotify Sub-Saharan Africa.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Asake, an artist whose love for skating shines through his music.”

Discover Asake’s Skate Noise playlist and immerse yourself in Nigeria’s skate culture like never before.

Listen to “Skate Noise Playlist” here.

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