EMERGING TRENDS IN NIGERIAN POPULAR MUSIC: A STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF WORKS OF I.K. DAIRO AND ADEKUNLE GOLD.
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This study explores the evolution of Nigerian popular music trends and carrying out a structural analysis on songs by I.K. Dairo and Adekunle Gold. It identifies how Nigerian popular music has evolved and the factors that have led to this evolution. The study gathers its data from an organized interview as well as a structural analysis on the works of I.K. Dairo and Adekunle Gold. Data is
also gotten from relevant literature. This research is qualitative. Findings reveal that Nigerian popular music has evolved massively over time and the factors responsible for this is down mostly to technological advancements, Cultural integration, and Urbanization. The study recommends that steps should be taken towards documenting the progress of the musical industry, every change
made. Also, archiving works of legends like I.K. Dairo should be made to preserve our rich culture in the face of Advancements.
Keywords: Evolving trends, Popular Music, Technological advancements, Cultural integration. Word Count: 139
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