In a move that has the Alté and Afrobeats community buzzing, BOJ has officially announced his sixth studio album, Duplicity, slated for release on Friday, December 5, 2025.
A Return, But Also a Reinvention
Since bursting onto Nigeria’s alternative (Alté) scene, BOJ (Bolaji Odojukan) has been known for pushing boundaries between genres, blending Afro-fusion, R&B, soul, and alternative textures. His previous works, including Gbagada Express and 12 Summers, have displayed subtle growth in production, arrangement, and introspection.
With Duplicity, the title itself hints at the thematic dualities he may explore: identity vs. persona, vulnerability vs. strength, calm vs. chaos. BOJ has described the record as one that embraces contrast, layering his signature mellow vocal style with deeper sonic experiments.
Context: BOJ’s Journey & Evolution
To appreciate Duplicity, it helps to see it as part of BOJ’s ongoing evolution:
- Early roots & Alté legacy
As a founding member of DRB LasGidi, BOJ is often called an Alté pioneer. He and his collaborators coined and nurtured the idea of “alternative” expression in Nigerian music, not just sonically, but in aesthetic, fashion, and mindset. - Past works as stepping stones
His 2022 Gbagada Express saw him dig deeper into his identity and sonic palette during a period of introspection. In 2024, 12 Summers celebrated his tenure in music while balancing his signature style with wider influences and more collaborators. - Audience and artistic expectations
BOJ’s fans have come to expect smooth but layered sounds, emotional honesty, and subtle risks. Duplicity offers a chance for him to double down on that reputation or challenge preconceived ideas of what he “should” sound like.
As December 5 draws near, BOJ prepares to usher in a new era with Duplicity, anticipation brews among fans. The album represents more than just another addition to his discography; it is a reflection of an artist who has stayed true to his roots while never being afraid to evolve. If Duplicity lives up to its name, it could capture the beautiful tension between growth and identity, proving once again that BOJ remains one of Nigeria’s most daring and defining voices in modern music.