Runtown Returns with ‘Soundgod Fest Vol. IV’ — A Confident Statement of Sonic Mastery
By Wafric - Music
Wafric News – June 26, 2025
After a quiet spell, Nigerian music maverick Runtown re-emerges with Soundgod Fest Vol. IV — a six-track EP that blends introspection, swagger, and sonic elegance in a way only the self-styled Soundgod can.
The project marks a return not just to music, but to form. Runtown, known for shaping sounds that travel beyond borders, uses this new body of work to reinforce his place as a visionary artist who continues to evolve without chasing trends.
From the opening track ‘Mood Swings’, Runtown sets the tone. It’s a gentle but emotionally rich record that explores the complex rhythm of love’s highs and lows. Instead of seeking clarity, he leans into the chaos — offering a melody that feels both raw and relatable.
Then comes ‘End A Man’ — a sharp contrast. It’s Runtown in full command: bold, unfiltered, and self-assured. The verses glide with confidence, as he flexes lyrical control without sounding forced.
The romantic energy returns with ‘Mon Bébé’, a bilingual serenade that marries French phrasing with Afro-R&B finesse. It’s soft but deliberate — a testament to Runtown’s ability to write love songs that linger.
‘Do Me’, previously released, takes on new depth within this EP. The track—equal parts passion and pushback—gains fresh perspective when positioned alongside the newer songs. Runtown isn’t just singing for effect; he’s reflecting, peeling back layers, and still keeping it cool.
On ‘Dangerous Hearts’, he teams up with UK talent Mr. Hudson for what’s easily a standout moment. Sampling Sade’s iconic ‘Sweetest Taboo’, the track oozes nostalgia while sounding entirely new — haunting, romantic, and cinematic.
This is Runtown at his most experimental — and most intentional.
What makes Soundgod Fest IV powerful isn’t just the music, but the restraint. Runtown isn’t trying to prove anything — he’s creating art on his terms. The EP doesn’t shout. It glides. It whispers. It speaks volumes.
With a career that has consistently bridged Lagos and London, Accra and Atlanta, Runtown remains one of the earliest and most influential exporters of Afrobeats to the world stage. His sound reflects lived experience — blending the hustle of home with the calm of reflection abroad.
In Soundgod Fest IV, Runtown delivers a calm, confident reminder: he never left — he just took his time.
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