Afro-alternative artist OKITHEWIZARD has officially released his new project, ALTÉ, marking his first body of work for 2026. The EP is now available on streaming platforms, including Apple Music, and arrives as a defining moment in the artist’s growing career within Nigeria’s alternative music space. The release follows weeks of anticipation after earlier announcements that positioned the project as a bold and expressive statement.
The six-track EP reflects OKITHEWIZARD’s commitment to individuality and creative freedom, blending alternative Afrobeat with elements of Afro-punk, hip-hop, and pop. ALTÉ leans into experimentation while maintaining emotional clarity, offering listeners a project that is both personal and genre-fluid. Rather than chasing mainstream formulas, the project focuses on sound exploration and expressive storytelling, aligning with the ethos of the alté movement.
OKITHEWIZARD, who hails from Ozubulu in Anambra State, brings a global perspective to the EP. Having been raised across Denmark, the United States, and Nigeria, his music carries influences shaped by different cultures and environments. Before establishing himself as a recording artist, he worked as a guitarist, choir singer, underground DJ, and trained producer. These experiences are evident in the layered production and deliberate sonic choices heard across the project.
Since its release, ALTÉ has begun to generate conversations among alternative music listeners and industry observers. Fans have pointed to the project’s cohesive sound and reflective tone as standout qualities, while others have highlighted its place within the broader evolution of Afro-alternative music. The timing of the release also positions OKITHEWIZARD among the early artists setting the pace for Nigerian music releases in 2026.
With ALTÉ, OKITHEWIZARD adds to the growing catalogue of Nigerian artists redefining contemporary sound beyond conventional boundaries. The EP represents a clear step forward in his artistic journey and signals his intent to remain a consistent voice in the alternative music scene as the year unfolds.
Listen to EP on Apple Music
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