Toby Shang pioneers hype masterclass, launches female voices in Afrobeats
Nigerian hypeman Tobi Michael Adeyeye, known as Toby Shang, has become a pioneer in the Afrobeats sub-genre combining ad-libbed vocals and onomatopoeia over popular beats. The 32-year-old launched his School of Hype masterclass, which has developed rising stars in the male-dominated scene. Female hypemen like Lady Ponce are also gaining prominence, rooted in centuries-old African praise-singing traditions.
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Published 18 Oct 2026, 09:00 UTC · Updated 18 Oct 2026, 22:40 UTC
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