Nigerian singer Solana has signed a record deal with Since ’93 Records, the UK-based label and management company under Sony Music, marking a major step forward in her emerging music career.
The Lagos-born artist joins a roster that includes African stars such as Tems, Tyla and Shallipopi. Her signing comes alongside the release of her debut EP, “Girl From The West,” which arrived on November 13.
Solana is developing a distinctive sound she calls YoruPop, blending Yoruba language and cultural influences with synth-pop, Fuji, R&B and electronic production. She gained attention earlier this year with her breakthrough single “Okunkun,” meaning “darkness” in Yoruba, which attracted social media co-signs from international stars including SZA, Tyla, Doechii and Little Simz. She was also named a Spotify EQUAL Africa Ambassador.
Expressing excitement about the partnership, Solana described the deal as the beginning of a new chapter and thanked her fans, whom she calls her “lanterns,” for their support.
Since ’93 co-president Riki Bleau welcomed the singer, describing her as the “Queen of YoruPop” and highlighting the label’s continued commitment to supporting exceptional African female talent.
The signing further strengthens Since ’93’s growing presence in African music as it continues to invest in emerging talent.
