A defining moment has arrived for Taves as the fast-rising Nigerian singer officially unveils his debut studio album, Popstar – Side A.
Released on July 22, 2026, through the Mother Africa Reigns Supreme (MARS) imprint, the eight-track project marks a confident introduction to the artist’s evolving Afro-pop identity, blending infectious melodies with modern production and expressive songwriting.
Ahead of the album’s release, Taves treated fans to an exclusive Popstar – Side A listening party at Ori Bar, Ikeja, where audiences experienced the project alongside notable figures from Nigeria’s alternative music scene.
Drawing inspiration from the golden era of 1990s and 2000s Nollywood, Taves infuses the album with nostalgic references to celebrated personalities such as Monalisa Chinda and Agbani Darego, creating a unique fusion of pop culture and contemporary Afro-pop.
If you’re a fan of melodic Afrobeats, alternative influences, and modern pop with a nostalgic twist, this debut album deserves a place in your music library.
Popstar – Side A Complete Tracklist!
- Taves – Chaos
- Taves – Isn’t It Beautiful
- Taves – Simone
- Taves – Deliver Me
- Taves – Uche Jumbo
- Taves – Preaching
- Taves – Space
- Taves – Take Me Away
