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TONY NJOKU ON THE BACK OF FORGIVENESS

Tony Njoku’s new single, ‘ON THE BACK OF FORGIVENESS’ features vocalist Joshua Inyang of Space Afrika. He says: “Ultimately, the song conveys a message of strength and self-determination, urging movement forward ("So still set sail, you can’t fight will") rather than being trapped by past wounds. It’s about learning from pain, letting go, and reclaiming power choosing to move forward with resilience rather than being defined by past hurt.” Musically, he has crafted something truly special. It’s a cinematic arrangement that drifts from its orchestral opening, into a darker, drum-backed groove that is in turn replaced by shifting, experimental rhythms and moments of synth-led explosivity. Njoku’s upcoming album, ALL OUR KNIVES ARE ALWAYS SHARP, is dropping on July 11th, 2025, via Studio Njoku. -Dan Peeke

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