Top 10 Isoko Artists To Watch Out For In 2026

Our Isoko creative space is experiencing a quiet revolution. As a platform that focuses heavily on the Isoko Entertainment industry, we keep our eyes out for these artists who are working very tirelessly to raise Isoko entertainment not only to the national level, but with an ambitious aim for global recognition as well

These artists are not waiting for mainstream recognition or major label deals. They’re building their careers from the ground up, using social media platforms, digital distribution, and grassroots promotion to reach audiences. Some focus on preserving Isoko culture through music. Others are trying their best to blend Isoko traditional songs with modern Afrobeat sounds. All of them represent the creative energy flowing through Isoko right now.

Here are our Top 10 Isoko artists making waves and worth watching out for in the coming year.

10. Tinsy

Tinsy, A.K.A Mallam Obi’s grandson, is one of the Isoko Artists who have been very consistent over the years. His latest album, titled BAD MARTINS, has some really good songs. So we think he’ll do even more in the coming year.

9. Oway Mano

Mano is not only a talented musical artist but also a poet who possesses a remarkable ability to manipulate words.

He’s a born and bred Isoko boy who, with the determination he has, is surely one of the many Isoko talents to watch out for in the coming year

8. Richie D Unltd

Richie is another artist who we think is very talented and will move into another gear soon. His song ERU, which features D’Frankie, is a song people can’t stop listening to, and we are really banking on him to follow it up with another masterpiece in the coming year.

7. Kalistovibez

While Kalistovibez is not your typical everyday artist, he’s arguably the best Hype Man and MC in Isoko’s entertainment industry.

He brings life into any event he’s anchoring, and we think it’s only a matter of time before he bursts into the national entertainment scene.

He was featured in a track titled IRORO with D’Frankie, which was a remake of Otor Arube’s Legendary Isoko highlife track. So we’re tipping him to happy a very productive 2026.

6. 6ixbillion

6ixbillion is an artist whose hard work and dedication to the craft cannot go unnoticed. Like a few others on this list, he started in his secondary school days at EMORE GRAMMER SCHOOL when G-NEXT was still a force under the leadership of Prince Micah and his older brother Peter, and he has not relented, which says a lot about his dedication as an artist.

Back-to-Back song releases, collaborations — he’s definitely an artist we forecast a very bright 2026 for.

5. Onujeoghene Grace Boy

You might think it’s weird, but we think Onujeoghene Grace Boy is the next big name coming into the Isoko Ebio Music industry, and honestly we are not surprised.

We’ve been following him very closely since the 2024 ISOKO PRAISE NIGHT, and it has been very obvious that this young man is going places.

Sufficient Grace Gospel Band, Komez Soundz, Ebruke Music Live Studio? The man is everywhere, and he always shows that he is indeed the next big thing coming up for Ebio Music Lovers, so we are tipping him to really come out of the blocks in 2026.

4. Mosbay

While we think Mosbay had a quiet 2025, he dropped two singles in FOCUS and SOFTSPOT at the end of 2024, and we think something is cooking for 2026 after a year of being under the radar.

Mosbay is a super talented artist whose song easily captivates first-time listeners, and we are hoping for a blazing year ahead for him.

3. Komicsongz

Komicsongz has carved out a unique niche in Isoko gospel and worship music. He’s not your typical Ebio singer — he’s in a league of his own, and it’s not a coincidence that he’s in the top 3 of this list, his work and talent speak volumes.

With songs like “Mbene,” “Olori Ilori featuring D’frankie,” and many other wonderful songs available on iSokoVibe, Spotify, Apple Music, and other platforms, we think he’s one of the best in his niche and are banking on him to continue his consistent form into 2026

2. Yoyo Ovi

Yoyo Ovi brings Afropop sensibilities with the Isoko cultural style. She released her debut single “Yoyo” in 2015 and won Glo Rock ‘n’ Rule 2011. She earned recognition, including “Most Promising Act to Watch” at the 2020 APCN Awards, and was also nominated for Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards for Best Soundtrack in 2020.

Her song “Ugeh,” which means “Looking” in Isoko, showcases her ability to mix storytelling with cultural authenticity. The track mixes drama and humor while delivering its message, demonstrating that Isoko language music can be both entertaining and meaningful.

Yoyo Ovi has covered legendary Evi Edna Ogholi’s hit tracks “Ririovara” and “Obaro,” showing respect for Delta State musical heritage while adding her own touch.

With songs like “I Do,” “My Way,” “Soni,” and “Anu,” Yoyo Ovi has built a catalog that demonstrates versatility and growth. Her 2020 EP “FEAR” marked an important milestone in her development.

So, watch out for Yoyo Ovi to continue her upward trajectory into 2026, and we think she’ll be the next female artist to put Isoko’s sound on the national stage again after Efezino did so with her hit song Amere.

1. D’Frankie

Can you guess how many times we’ve mentioned D’Frankie‘s name in this article? Yeah, you guessed right — He’s the Top Dog in the region.

This man is Isoko’s next big chance of breaking into Nigeria’s Afrobeat Industry again, something we once had with Solidstar and Orezi.

It’s not just dedication that is pushing D’Frankie anymore, it’s the love and hunger to put the Isoko culture on the national and hopefully global stage.

His songs are already making waves in Isoko — and that is not by luck, it’s the hard work and dedication he has shown from the start, and just like I said about 6ixbillion, he also started from Secondary School under the same G-Next and is still going strong.

Consistent releases of songs that will make you stay glued to your speaker, and I can boldly tell you that in this current moment, D’Frankie is the best Afrobeat Artist in Isoko Nation, and hopefully, the whole of Nigeria will dance to his tunes soon.

Why These Artists Matter to Us

These ten artists represent more than just their individual careers. They represent a cultural moment where Isoko creative talent is being documented, celebrated, and supported in new ways.

For too long, regional Nigerian talent stayed regional unless they moved to Lagos, adopted Lagos sounds, and essentially stopped representing their origins. These artists are showing a different path: you can stay rooted in your culture, represent your language and people, and still build meaningful careers.

The music industry is changing. Streaming algorithms don’t care about geography the way radio stations did. Social media allows direct connections between artists and fans anywhere in the world. Cultural specificity is increasingly seen as a strength rather than a limitation.

Isoko has a rich musical heritage stretching back generations, so these artists are the latest chapter in that story, using modern sound to continue the cultural traditions while adding their own innovations.

We should keep Supporting Emerging Artists

If these artists and creatives resonate with you, the best way to support them is through action: streaming their music, following their social media accounts, attending their performances, sharing their content, and talking about them to others.

Emerging artists don’t need charity. They need an audience. They need people who appreciate what they’re creating and support it actively. Every stream, every share, every comment helps build momentum.

For us, the Isoko community members, supporting these artists is about more than entertainment. It’s about cultural preservation and evolution. It’s about ensuring the next generation has examples of people building careers while honoring their roots. It’s about keeping Isoko identity vibrant and relevant.

The Future Looks Promising for Isoko

While these ten artists are at different stages of their careers and face various challenges, they all represent possibility. They prove that Isoko’s creative talent exists and is worth celebrating.

As Nigerian music continues its global expansion, there’s room for more voices, more sounds, more stories. Isoko artists and creatives are positioning themselves to be part of that expansion, not as imitators of others but as authentic voices with something unique to contribute.

The artists on this list won’t all become superstars. Some will. Others will build solid regional careers. Some might pivot to different creative paths. But all of them are contributing to a larger movement of Isoko cultural expression and artistic ambition.

Watch these ten closely. Support them actively. Celebrate them proudly. They’re creating the soundtrack and visual identity of Isoko culture, building on generations of tradition while forging new paths forward.

The Isoko creative scene is alive, diverse, and full of potential. These artists are leading the way. This year and beyond, expect to hear more from them and from the community supporting them.