Ifeanyi Chukwuebuka Ibegbunam known professionally as Fecko (formerly Fecko the Emcee), is a Nigerian hip hop artist and emcee. He is the winner of The Mic Africa Season 1 and the first Nigerian rapper to perform in the metaverse.[1][2][3][4][5] The stage name "Fecko" is an acronym for the phrase "Formidable Emcees Can Knockout Obstacles".[6]
Fecko | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Ifeanyi Chukwuebuka Ibegbunam |
| Also known as | Fecko the Emcee |
| Born | Anambra, Nigeria |
| Genres | Hip Hop, Afrobeats |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, Emcee |
| Years active | 2006-present |
On 13 September 2023, South African magazine, The Hype magazine profiled Fecko as one of the 5 African rappers you should know in the continent of Africa.[7]
Early life and education
editBorn in Anambra, Nigeria and grew up in the suburbs of Lagos, Mushin.[8] Fecko is a graduate of Environmental Biology from Yaba College of Education.[9]
Career
editFecko started his musical career professionally in 2006 when he recorded his debut album which was not officially released on streaming platforms. He has worked with M.I Abaga, The Lady Of Rage, Doug E Fresh, Mode 9, and Khaligraph Jones. His Extended play, "Afrobeat, Rhythm and Truth" was soundtracked on Afrocity show, a limited web series by Ndani TV.[10] Fecko is the host of Surviving Eko, a podcast that elucidate about Lagos through the lens of Lagosians living in the city and in the diaspora.[11]
Critical reception
editOkayAfrica called "Flow Global" by Fecko a Fela Kuti inspired production.[12]
Discography
editAlbums
edit- Afrobeat, Rhythm & Truth (2016)
Singles
edit| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Nollywood" (with Terry Tha Rapman) | 2009 | Non-album singles |
| "The Future" (with Boogey, Peter Clarke and Pryse) | 2012 | |
| "Raplogic" | ||
| "Kalabash" | ||
| "Real African Poetry" (with Khaligraph Jones, Dominant One, The Holstar and Raiza Biza) | 2013 | |
| "Hustle Over Feelings" | 2014 | |
| "Ladugbomi" (with Tupengo) | 2015 | Afrobeat, Rhythm & Truth |
| "Fela Must Rise" (produced by Teck-Zilla) | ||
| "I No Want Fake" (with Mode 9, Maka and Villy) | 2016 | Non-album singles |
| "Jofunmi" | 2017 | |
| "Ifeanyichukwu" | 2018 | |
| "Finally" | 2019 | |
| "Moment Of Victory" | 2021 | |
| "Work Chop" (with Villy and Yung Pabi) | 2022 |
As featured artist
edit| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Trappin"
(Fimzy featuring Fecko, Blaqbonez) |
2019 | Non-album singles |
| "Bipolar"
(Neky featuring Fecko) |
2022 | Nghota |
| "Come My Way"
(DJ Equaliza featuring Fecko) |
Non-album singles | |
| "Do Me Wrong"
(RXTHERAPPER featuring Fecko) |
References
edit- ^ "Fecko Becomes Nigeria's First Rapper To Perform In African MetaVerse". The Guardian (Nigeria). 2022-12-06. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ Washington, Airen. "Derrick Ashong On Creating 'The Mic: Africa,' A Music Competition To Highlight The African Diaspora". Forbes. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ "The Mic Africa: Hollywood actor, Derrick Ashong to host 3rd edition". Vanguard (Nigeria).
- ^ "Nigeria: Hollywood Actor Derrick Ashong to Host Second Edition of Take Back the Mic". Vanguard. 2021-08-16. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ "Nigerian emcee, Fecko wins The Mic contest - MyJoyOnline.com". Joy FM (Ghana). 2021-01-22. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ "Fecko The Emcee Presents Raw African Poetry +FREE Download | AmeyawDebrah.com". Ameyaw Debrah. 2011-01-02. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ Lesiba (2023-09-13). "5 African Rappers You Should Check Out". Hype. Retrieved 2023-09-17.
- ^ Gachanja, Nelly (2021-02-05). "Interview With Nigerian Emcee Fecko Winner Of The Mic Africa Music Competition - Africa.com". www.africa.com. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ "Fecko". Music In Africa. 2021-01-18. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ Alake, Motolani (2021-05-31). "Fecko features MI Abaga, Doug E Fresh and Lady Of Rage on new single, 'Moment Of Victory'". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
- ^ "Surviving Eko with Fecko • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters". Spotify for Podcasters. Retrieved 2023-03-21.
- ^ "Audio: Fecko The Emcee 'Flow Global (Afrobeat Remix)' [Prod. by Teck-Zilla] - OkayAfrica". OkayAfrica. Retrieved 2023-02-17.
