Talented Nigerian Songwriter, Singer and producer Bowofoluwa Odunsi, popularly known as Odunsi (The Engine) has signed a worldwide publishing deal with Warner/Chappell Music. Prior to his publishing deal Warner Music, Odunsi has been distributing his music on popularly free music streaming platform, Soundcloud.
Over the past 2 years, Odunsi has been the leader of Nigerian Soundcloud generation and also being in forefront of the Afro-fusion explosion. In August 2016, Odunsi released his first ever professional project titled ” Time Of Our Lives ”, which was profiled as one of the best independent project by music pundits & bloggers.
According to a report published by Music Week, Odunsi is presently working on his debut album, Rare. The release date is yet to be announced.
The Engine said he is excited to have signed with the Warner/Chappell.
“I’m really pleased to be joining the roster at Warner/Chappell and can’t wait to work with Amber who has such an amazing reputation for helping songwriters,” Odunsi said. “I’ve always made music in collaboration with others and am looking forward to working more with songwriters from around the world.”
A&R director of Warner/Chappell Music, Amber Davis described Odunsi as a “fresh and impressive young talent”.
“He has shaken up the music scene in Nigeria and is now attracting global attention. The music he is writing sounds incredibly unique and I’m excited to see how he’ll grow as a songwriter here with us at Chappell.”
new step in my life. grateful to everyone who has supported so far. thanks to the team @KimaniMooreEnts for always pushing. thank you @WarnerChappell for believing. thanks to god 🔒♥️ https://t.co/vAMxNXVcwz
— Odunsi † (@odunsitheengine) July 16, 2018