Tekno On Losing His Voice, Leaving Abuja, How To Easily Make Hits | Afrobeats Intelligence

Tekno (Augustine Miles Kelechi Okechukwu) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and music producer.
In this episode, he seats with music journalist, Joey Akan, for a rare career interview. Tekno talks about leaving Abuja, signing in Lagos, navigating superstardom, losing his voice and almost unaliving himself from the sidelines of inactivity.
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Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast is a podcast spin-off of the popular music newsletter, Afrobeats Intelligence. It's focused on African music and the sprawling ecosystem that inspires and supports creativity from Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and more. Hosted by multi-award-winning music journalist Joey Akan, the podcast explores the intersection of art, humanity and processes that give birth to African sonic excellence. Expansive interviews, the most informed and diverse views, and a snapshot into the soul of an industry pushing for global success. We dig into the past, the present and the future, democratizing the core of African music.Beyonce, Rihanna, Lil Yachty, Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, Solange, and many more.

[@BNDMalawi]

All Tekno fans outside Nigeria lets gather here.

[@stiiz22]

Tecno sounds so learned and intelligent! It’s crazy how we see these celebs and label them in our heads without any context or listening to their stories and experiencing them in a conversation. Top guy 👏🏽

[@aframaco9491]

Who no go, no know!! Life's experiences, is a great teacher to those who are willing to learn!

[@mindgarden7538]

I like the way you said "we" as if....

[@stiiz22]

@@mindgarden7538 you do the same thing too. You’ve also formed opinions about celebs in your head too and labeled them without having any idea who they are in person or what it feels like to speak with them one-on-one. So, yeah, “we”. 😏

[@Apman99]

Tekno is definitely In my top 5 African Artist of this Decade

[@kingssporttv8998]

He's my top 4 no capping... Always put his music on replay

[@JohnWick-jo8hy]

his a legend

[@JohnWick-jo8hy]

tekno is the true legend of afrobeats he made afrobeats what it is today im jamaican and afrobeats wasnt popular until my ppl heard pana back in 2016

[@emdeetiamiyu4594]

"The universe makes a way for people who know where they are going." - - - Alhaji Teckno Miles

[@thereal_akanimo]

Am I the only one who wants to see Tekno doing more interviews??? Please bring him back again I learned a lot from this segment truly Thank you Afrobeat intelligence.

[@okoroafordanielkelechi9170]

I've never heard this much words from Tekno at a time and seeing he is really funny, smart and resilient is the most amazing thing to see from an artist we all love❤❤🔥🔥

[@mcbishop6738]

I like the fact that he keep asking the presenter if it makes sense

[@Abayommii]

So refreshing watching Tekno speak, dude is full load of knowledge.

[@pazzy_xo]

Tekno is mad ass intelligent !💪

[@horsemouthjones9060]

Good to see Tekno in an interview. His music certainly reflects his character.

[@kassaayo7324]

Tekno is so intelligent 💎

[@simbarashecharlesmatope-te1pv]

This guy is a genius for real .

[@SoundboyGreg]

Now I see why I like tekno because I’m a loner too 😢

[@okorieprecious1172]

love your podcast.. but I think you should consider reducing the length.. I for one don't like starting a video I can't finish.... and once I see that the length is above an hour I get reluctant to even start... just my 2 cents... but dope podcast

[@wesleymatafeni479]

This podcast needs timestamps

[@sarahabasiodiong9829]

Lesson learnt, keep speaking positivity, be optimistic and it becomes your reality…Amazing podcast 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@bellalinglee4975]

Tekno someone here in Bwari your old friend miss you come look for the guy in T juncsion........

[@krandisopotu4370]

Yes ooo nothing more precious than your private quiet and or alone time. Nothing more precious than knowing you don't need assertion or validation from anyone. And best of both world, that alone you enjoy yourself and also out there with folks you still enjoy. That is called living. Tekno my kinda person. Keep winning bro. 🙌

[@samsonetakewen8366]

He's self awareness if himself that's the best and greatest gift

[@emmileemike1]

That's why you still remain my favourite in Afro beat Much love Bro 😘😘😘

[@ogahidowu5559]

It’s great to see Tekno on an interview again 😊 man so bless with too much talent 🔥living legend 💪❤️🔥

[@uchesamuel9514]

Thank God he says he's for now stopping smoking... That's so good to hear

[@Lishemma20]

Tekno too wise 🔥

[@MrGiddyon]

Experience makes you wise. Thank God for Tecno.. He's honest with himself and that's Greatness.. 💚

[@marielocksmarielooks9982]

I love you check no I’m glad you back God is good we are here to dance and we really 2024 more music more Voice more One love one heart and now we are here we are ready for more music let’s get it❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ejikemanny1590]

Finally finished it. Amazing job Joey. Tekno remains the golden boy of Abuja entertainment. Love and respect him

[@wonderboy2190]

I love this type of content my G keep it up💯

[@osasogieasemota3699]

Love to see my Goat doing interviews!!!! ❤😭he barely does em

[@Amirwanted]

Love how you make the videos long

[@egictventures4496]

Tek was delightful watch. I felt him real deep. Dude is talent for decades. Tek Runtown & Omah Lay have similarities in their creative niche. It’s just too natural for em

[@nicegeeofficial9613]

Tekno. Forever favorite 💯 thanks for this interview

[@LOVED910]

Love this interview, God bless you Tek ❤️ thanks for sharing your story with us

[@ezemonyejoel9384]

This is the best interview I have listened to in a long time. Thank you tekno jah bless your family ❤️

[@augustinechibuzor35]

I enjoyed this so much. Tek brilliant insight into your mind.

[@Afro_legacy]

This is all I needed to hear at this moment

[@Blessed__entertainment]

God will keep protect you tekno❤❤❤❤

[@avanosakizeeto9421]

🥰💛 l so much love dis interview

[@TheSchoolOfThoughtonly]

52:28 I'm so inspired. Bless you man

[@iamonyons]

I'm so inspired 💯

[@pipersounds5311]

More love from here

[@brosdeecomedy3499]

Bro you are so good man,I will always remember your music and dance and you are so good interview.

[@adeolaoreoluwa5591]

Love his voice , so cool 😍

[@bobsnawley]

I thought I would dose off at some point because I was tired and needed some rest. I started watching the interview at 12 midnight. It's 1am and can't believe I didn't bat a lid. Damn Joey 👍 Now this is the flow I was that was missing from the Jazzy' interview. This is an improvement 👏 I'm taking away " Don't get attached to your songs" I'm going to start recording my music this year. I have been holding on for waaaaaaaaay too long - waiting for funds so I don't record my songs below standard and then have to re-record them but from what I just watched, scratch that. That's exactly what I'm doing this year. Recording my music. Big Tek bless up 🙌

[@moniemax7653]

More money, we want more of ur songs.... Pls go bck to club life If that routine brings good music I truly love you nwanne 💜

[@chisomjb]

BIG TEK ❤️❤️

[@KrazytunezBeats]

Amazing podcast!!! So much knowledge and wisdom shared from Big Tek!! God bless your works!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤❤❤❤❤

[@dicksonnacho4713]

I love you Man! @tekno big ups man

[@adebayobabatunde698]

Inspiring & motivated

[@JideLambo]

Sound guy. This episode just give me a clear perspective about Tekno. Again, very sound-minded man.

[@SarahKaeleigh-lg4gq]

The song on afrobeat intelligence's short intro gets me dancing on every video. Likeeeeee the intro is never enough

[@nwajeikossi2304]

Preach brother big tek

[@Klosejerry]

Pana master keeping it real. Joey is just an engagement master 🔥🔥🔥

[@godwinjay4673]

Tekno is so smart!! 😮🤯

[@ajukalive]

This was an enjoyable interview

[@websitekickstarter7093]

TEK is so brilliant.

[@mikewilkins2030]

Africa, its time, use social media and show the world your culture! We want to see!

[@realopejy]

I love this guy

[@pipersounds5311]

on itt!!! straight from Twitter!!!

[@utee8241]

This is inspiring and motivating the trials and journey through his career never giving up always believing in himself

[@Iamdammiee]

you ask the right questions bro

[@chirilloanyar]

You are high bro, I agree with all you said!

[@badboy_cjstar8977]

I’ve learned a lot from this

[@ChisomChisom-et7or]

Tekno is so much talented

[@ucukaoma4551]

Tekno is truly a STAR; a dexterious STAR!!

[@izzy__boy]

This is really inspiring

[@elvizyvibez]

ENJOYED WATCHING THIS

[@G-DaDa2512]

Intellectual discussion......Bravo Tekno.

[@Exoshalot]

I watched the entire interview, from start to finish, and it became evident that Tekno is incredibly intelligent. I was pleasantly surprised by his remarkable intellect and cool demeanor.

[@joshuanwodecongratulations8229]

Tekno is a very very talented somebody which everybody knows that in this country

[@joshuanwodecongratulations8229]

The love I have for this guy big tek is too much but I believe that one day I will invite him for my party

[@DaaaamTweets]

This is an amazing interview. I'm just 6 mins in

[@meks297]

Tekno is so smart and intelligent 🧠.. 🤓 he has been through alot.

[@SavvyOlawale]

44:00... Painful but deep truth

[@SwagLord_ClintonSwag]

Well said Tekno

[@victorike2302]

My man from day one.

[@nbanks40]

My most favorite 9ja artist ❤

[@johnsonjohnson2583]

Tecno is a great artist!

[@iamonyons]

Wow Tekno💯💯💯

[@ekwuemechibueze3366]

Bro you too much intellect and smart ,and ya voice sounds so good..

[@emmanuelowor8626]

Wow I'm inspired by you tekno

[@user-of1fu6zs3l]

I will love to see in ❤❤

[@user-of1fu6zs3l]

My favourite songer

[@user-of1fu6zs3l]

I love tekno so so much

[@stevewesttv1520]

Tekno is a smart young man W interview 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@yoffatdzonzi7299]

Will pray for you God willing your voice restored

[@TUNDEY_]

A true artist

[@margaretiseghohi4872]

Tekno my king

[@aaronjasper-vc8dx]

Tekno we luv u....

[@BeatWeezy]

My home boy from back in the days 💪 Abuja all the way

[@user-by7md7ok4e]

I really thank God 🙏🙏 for ur life

[@margaretiseghohi4872]

Love you so much

[@Ebukaglocal]

Tekno so learned

[@spaceyultraaa]

Tekno superstar ❤️

[@baddie_19]

Omo I like the way he introduce his self ❤😂

[@francofavour508]

How did i miss this❤

[@ChisomChisom-et7or]

Tekno i like ur life style❤️❤️

[@akaliachukwujekwu9627]

Nice one

[@Oshatrends]

Love the Pana creator.. ♥

[@peleadiii]

Tekno dey for everybody