Who are the best video directors in Africa 2020?
Video directing is a form of art that magically changes a basic song into a better version.
Have you ever stopped and wondered what if your favourite music video had no visual?
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Just think about it.
Will it still make sense to you?
Will you love it the same?
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Clarence Peters
Clarence Abiodun Petersis a renowned Nigerian music video director, cinematographer, and filmmaker.
To add, Clarence has received numerous local and international accolades owing to his prowess working behind the camera.
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He has worked with top artists like Olamide, Tillaman, and Praize.
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3.
Moe manages a video production company dubbed Online Video Broadcasting and Afrobeat Music Culture in the UK.
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Godfather has made music videos for top musicians in East Africa like Diamond Platinumz and Sauti Sol.
He later discovered a passion for video directing, making a switch in career.
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J Blessing
Jibril Blessing, known as J Blessing professionally, is another prolific video director master from Kenya.
He has vast experience as a music video director, TV producer, and cinematographer.
Besides, he has received several coveted national awards in the music industry.
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Justin Campos
Justin Camposis a South African video director and cinematographer.
He is among the best music directors in Africa, having shot more than 500 music videos.
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His career began as a childhood pastime hobby developing into a lifelong profession.
Sesan Ogunro
Sesan Ogunrois a well-known name within the music video production industry.
Though from Nigeria, Sesan is based in the United Kingdom and is brother to Gbemi.
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It is said behind every successful music video is a very talented and ambitious director.
As such, music directors in Africa deserve better recognition for their excellent storytelling abilities.
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Who is your favourite one?
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Recently, African music has received great reception globally, with several songs enjoying multi-million views.
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Also, more African singers collaborate among themselves and with international musicians to increase their audience.
What are the most popular Duncan songs and videos?
Mali’s Djadjaby Aya Nakamura has more than 686 million.
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Nigeria’sOn the Lowby Burna Boy has over 159 million views.
Others includeMagic In The Airby Magic System (Ivory Coast) andBellaby Maitre Gims (DRC).
Source: Briefly News
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