Years active 2009–present Name Legendury Beatz | Role Record Producer Origin Lagos, Nigeria | |
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Genres R&B
afropop
hip hop
reggae fusion
afrobeats Occupation(s) Record producers, songwriters Instruments sampler, drums, synthesizer Labels House of Legendury, Starboy Entertainment Associated acts Wizkid
Maleek Berry
L.A.X
Skales
Seyi Shay
Ice Prince Similar Seyi Shay, Wizkid, Sarz, Phyno, Burna Boy Profiles | ||
Legendury Beatz - Alkyda feat. Ceeza & Ichaba | Audio
Legendury Beatz (pronounced Legen-dury Beat-z) is a Nigerian record producing and songwriting duo, composed of siblings Uzezi Oniko (born 17 February 1986) and Okiemute Oniko (born 27 May 1989). Their production style is deeply rooted in afrobeats as well as in several other genres, including hip hop, reggae fusion, moombahton and electro house.
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- Legendury Beatz Alkyda feat Ceeza Ichaba Audio
- Formation and early works
- Production work and record deal
- Notable collaborations
- Influences and style
- Discography
- References
With less than a year as a music production duo, Legendury Beatz made international headlines in the Nigerian recording industry by producing the critically acclaimed single "Azonto", which was performed by afrobeats recording artist and MOBO Award winner Wizkid. The aforementioned song helped popularize the Ghanaian Azonto dance.
Throughout their career, they have been noted for their extensive work with Wizkid. They have also been noted for writing and producing consecutive string of hits. The duo have produced many songs with vocal contribution from artists such as American rapper Wale, British rapper Tinie Tempah, 2face, Ice Prince, Efya, Banky W, Seyi Shay and Chidinma, amongst others.
Formation and early works
With no initial music industry contacts, connections or recording studio, the duo’s production followed a simple system in which they created beats channeled to a certain artist for whom they scouted for in clubs, award shows etc. The system yielded little success until they met Weird MC, a female rapper, songwriter and producer who heard their content in 2009. They created the singles "Happy Day" and "Moving Up" for her, and also created an album with her that is yet to be released.
In 2011, the duo produced the lead single "Ara" off Brymo's second studio album, TheSonOfaKapenta (2012). The single went on to win Best Recording of the Year at The Headies 2012. Furthermore, the music video for the single won Best African Pop at the 2012 Channel O Music Video Awards. The duo produced the song "Ko Ma Roll" for MTV Africa Music Awards winner Mo'Cheddah.
In 2012, the duo produced "Baddest Boy", the lead single off Empire Mates Entertainment's first compilation album Empire Mates State of Mind (2012). Legendury Beatz also produced the song "Emi Ni Baller" for Kora Awards winner Chidinma. The song broke a record for Chidinma, as she became the first female musician to peak at number 1 on the MTV Base Official Naija Top 10 chart.
In 2013, the duo produced the song "Caro" which was included as a bonus on Wizkid's second studio album, Ayo (2014). In 2014, the duo continued their production momentum by producing the hit song "That Could Be Us" for BET Award winning Nigerian rapper Ice Prince. The duo have also worked with other notable African artists such as Banky W, Seyi Shay and Efya among others.
Production work and record deal
Legendury Beatz and Wizkid's production catalog include songs like "Ginger", "Caro", "Talk", "Eledumare", "Number One Lover", Won Gbo Mi", "Juru" and "Emi Ni Baller" (remix), among others. On 29 April 2013, Legendury Beatz were signed to Wizkid's Starboy Entertainment.
Legendury Beatz produced four songs off Wizkid’s critically acclaim album, Ayo. The song "Ojuelegba", off the album, was well-received across different social media platforms. Moreover, it contributed to the overall success of the album which received positive reviews from Rolling Stone magazine. Wizkid added contributing vocals to Legendury Beatz first produced single "Oje".
Notable collaborations
Legendury Beatz produced the song “Drop” with vocal contributions from American rapper Wale and Wizkid.
Influences and style
Okiemute and Uzezi were raised on afrobeats, fuji, and all variations of Congolese music from African icons such as Fela Kuti, Lagbaja, Awilo Longomba and Angélique Kidjo. The duo also had an ear for hip hop, pop and contemporary R&B genres.