Nigeria: Medlynn Mesmerizes Music Scene, Debuts With Inspirational R&b 'Ghost'

14 April 2024

Medlynn Tamunoibi Benstowe joined the league of promising music stars on Sunday April 7, 2024 with a mind-blowing Rhythm and Blues (R&B), a genre of music popular among African - American communities in the 1940s and adopted by artists in contemporary African societies.

The album titled "Ghost" is an exposition of the artist's passion for the world of music, exploring the varieties and elements with a view to harnessing its potentials to impact the country.

"Ghost" is also a sad memorial of the artiste's identical twin, Marianne Tamunoene who passed on to eternity on January 8, 2024 in Lagos.

Speaking on how she began her career in music and motivation, Medlynn said, "My journey in music began with a profound interest that evolved into a passion, driving me to explore the realms of singing and songwriting as powerful means of self-expression. This realization ultimately led me to embrace the role of an artist, aspiring to communicate genuine emotions and relatable experiences through my music.

"The inspiration behind my debut single stems from a deeply personal place. It serves as a tribute to my recently departed twin sister, offering a poignant reflection of my emotions during this period of grief.

"A pivotal figure in my musical journey is Ariana Grande, who has been a source of admiration. Her expertise in melodies and songwriting has significantly influenced my artistic growth, guiding me through both joyful and melancholic moments.

On how she sees herself in the near future she said, "Looking ahead, I envision myself as an international artist, driven by a passion for creating music that resonates globally. My aspirations include winning awards, performing on renowned stages, and topping music charts. Above all, I aim to surpass my own expectations and cultivate a dedicated fan base and community that shares my love and enthusiasm for music.

The production of music takes a coordinated team effort and in appreciation of this noble deed, Medlynn has highlighted members of her team who worked to ensure the successful release of her first album.

They are: Temi Sanusi - Manager; Minwon Metong - A&R; Producer - Twinbeatz; Producer - Sairiz; and Mixing & Mastering Engineer - Mixhard Medlynn is from Rivers State by birth. She hails from the Benstowe family in Grand Bonny Kingdom and Wakama family in Okrika.

AllAfrica publishes around 400 reports a day from more than 100 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct.

Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us.