Listen: Yinka Ilori’s Electrifying Playlist To Inspire Creativity London-based designer Yinka Ilori describes music as ‘a means of escapism, that allows us to remember and dream,’ as well as an important element within his studio, that connects him and his team. After catching up for our latest interview, we asked him to pull together a playlist of fresh sounds that he’s loving at the moment, as well as the timeless tunes he always returns to. LISTEN NOW Iba F’Oluwa/Ajokodabi Ile (Highlife Juju Yoruba) – Chief Commander Ebenzer Obey Akula Owu Onyeara – The Funkees Afro Juju – Sir Shina Peters Ja Funmi – King Sunny Ade It’s Highlife Time – Fela Kuti Ayefele N’pede – Yinka Ayefele Ma Jaiye Oni – King Sunny Ade Omo Niger – King Wasiu Ayinde Marsha Funky Friday – Dave, Fredo Money Talks – Fredo feat. Dave Wonderful – Burna Boy Destiny – Burna Boy No Stress – WizKid Ginger – WizKid feat. Burna Boy Do For Love –2Pac Sweet Dreams – Nas I Used to Love H.E.R. – Common Dear Mama – 2Pac Been Around the World – Diddy feat. The Notorious B.I.G. Love – Keyshia Cole I Feel It Coming – The Weeknd, Daft Punk Money Trees – Kendrick Lamar Love, Peace and Prosperity – J Hus Energy (Stay Far Away) – Skepta, WizKid U Got It Bad – Usher All Falls Down – Kanye West, Syleena Johnson Can’t Hold We Down – Kano, Popcaan Sing About Me, I’m Dying of Thirst – Kendrick Lamar Did You See – J Hus Smile – WizKid feat. H.E.R. Iba F’Oluwa/Ajokodabi Ile (Highlife Juju Yoruba) – Chief Commander Ebenzer Obey Akula Owu Onyeara – The Funkees Afro Juju – Sir Shina Peters Ja Funmi – King Sunny Ade It’s Highlife Time – Fela Kuti Ayefele N’pede – Yinka Ayefele Ma Jaiye Oni – King Sunny Ade Omo Niger – King Wasiu Ayinde Marsha Funky Friday – Dave, Fredo Money Talks – Fredo feat. Dave Wonderful – Burna Boy Destiny – Burna Boy No Stress – WizKid Ginger – WizKid feat. Burna Boy Do For Love –2Pac Sweet Dreams – Nas I Used to Love H.E.R. – Common Dear Mama – 2Pac Been Around the World – Diddy feat. The Notorious B.I.G. Love – Keyshia Cole I Feel It Coming – The Weeknd, Daft Punk Money Trees – Kendrick Lamar Love, Peace and Prosperity – J Hus Energy (Stay Far Away) – Skepta, WizKid U Got It Bad – Usher All Falls Down – Kanye West, Syleena Johnson Can’t Hold We Down – Kano, Popcaan Sing About Me, I’m Dying of Thirst – Kendrick Lamar Did You See – J Hus Smile – WizKid feat. H.E.R. listen now MORE LIKE THIS Interviews Getting To Know Yinka Ilori, The Designer Bringing Joy To London We caught up with of-the-moment designer Yinka about the power of Instagram for creatives, the allure of London and how ...read more Music 6 COLORS Performances To Watch COLORS is a music platform that shines a spotlight on diverse and exceptional musicians, and we’ve picked our top ...read more Music Listen: May 2021 Playlist Our May playlist is focused on the here and now, offering everything from sanguine tracks to set the tone for ...read more