A Review of Jaylon's Groovy Afro R&B EP - ‘Baby Boy’

Jaylon’s new EP Baby Boy is a radiant fusion of Afro R&B, dancehall, and soul, saturated with the warmth of diasporic storytelling and rhythmic sophistication.

The Bristol-based, Nigerian-born producer has built a vibrant collage of global textures here, collaborating with an inspired list of vocalists—Azanti, Anjeli, Minz, and more—to create a project that moves with heart, bounce, and storytelling artistry.

‘Baby Boy’ opens up like a conversation between continents. Jaylon’s production is rich in groove yet minimal in structure—letting melodies breathe while complex percussive patterns and Afrobeat-inflected rhythms propel each track. There’s an organic sensuality to the EP’s overall flow: it dances between joyful nostalgia and contemporary cool with elegance.

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Tracks like ‘Stay Ok’ and ‘Nufftime’ shimmer with feel-good vibrancy, anchored by smooth vocal deliveries and layered arrangements that invite repeat listens. On ‘No Luck’, you feel the weight of longing rendered through soft harmonies and mellow pads, while ‘4DW’ blends intimate lyricism with rhythmic experimentation, showing Jaylon’s deft hand as both storyteller and technician.

As the founder of Popboys Collective and with over 170 million streams under his belt, Jaylon’s influence on the Afro-fusion soundscape is undeniable. But Baby Boy feels more personal than prescriptive—it’s not a trend-chasing release, but a love letter to cultural roots and artistic freedom. It reflects a producer stepping confidently into his role not just as a collaborator, but as a curator of moments that feel lived-in, lush, and joyfully expansive.