A meeting of old-school Afrobeat and modern Nigerian rap comes together on “No Nation (Ayakata),” a cross-generational collaboration led by Dutch DJ and producer Ginton and featuring ODUMODUBLVCK, Fela Kuti, and Sholz. Released on August 14, 2026, the record gives Fela Kuti’s legendary “Beasts of No Nation” a fresh electronic-Afrobeat treatment.
Ginton brings his signature electronic production and guitar-driven sound to the track, creating a modern foundation for Fela’s historic vocals. ODUMODUBLVCK adds his unmistakable street-rap energy, while Sholz contributes another contemporary layer to the reworked composition.
The record preserves the rebellious spirit of the original while introducing a broader conversation around identity, freedom, and refusing to be held back by opposition. ODUMODUBLVCK carries that attitude into his verse, addressing his critics with the confidence and intensity that have become central to his sound.
The collaboration had already generated significant online attention before its official release, reportedly recording more than 25 million TikTok views during its rollout. That early momentum helped position the song as one of the more anticipated Afrobeat reworks of the period.
With “No Nation (Ayakata),” Ginton connects Fela Kuti’s revolutionary legacy with the sound of a younger generation. The result is a bold fusion of electronic music, Afrobeat, and Nigerian street rap that keeps the spirit of the original alive while giving it a distinctly modern edge.
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