Ghanaian Rapper M.ANIFEST Drops New Album Ft Bien, Blinky Bill & Many More

Award-winning Ghanaian musician and Africa’s most innovative hip-hop artist M.ANIFEST has released his much-anticipated sixth studio album ‘NEW ROAD AND GUAVA TREES’ – out via revered hip-hop label Mass Appeal.

M.ANIFEST was in Nairobi for a media tour to promote his new album, accompanied by an exclusive listening party held at Black Samurai Lounge and supported by Hennessy (April 5, 2025).

The Nairobi stop is part of a wider tour that has seen the award-winning artist connect with fans and media in Ghana, New York and South Africa. Bien, Octopizzo, Karun, Shappaman, Vallerie Muthoni, Groovy Jo and Dr. Reign were among Kenyan artists who showed up in support, alongside media, top influencers and fans of M.ANIFEST.

Known for his ground-breaking approach to music and cultural storytelling, M.anifest has once again crafted a body of work that pushes creative boundaries while remaining deeply rooted in his heritage.

Featuring collaborations with Kenya’s very own Bien and Blinky Bill, other high-flying album collaborators also include Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, The Cavemen, King Promise and A-Reece.

‘NEW ROAD AND GUAVA TREES’ is a bold exploration of hip-hop, Afrobeats and highlife, paired with profound storytelling and lush sonic landscapes.

The album’s title is both metaphorical and personal, referencing M.anifest’s childhood in Madina, Ghana. He says, “The title of New Road and Guava Trees is inspired by the quest of embarking on a fresh path,” adding, “I grew up in a part of Madina called New Road, where we had a guava tree that symbolizes growth and beginnings. This record is about the climb—facing challenges to reach the fruits of our labor.”

Created between Accra, Seattle and Los Angeles, the album represents a culmination of nearly two years of creative awakening and collaboration.

Key sessions with longtime producer Budo (Doja Cat, Lil Yachty), alongside the likes of Grammy Award-nominated producer GuiltyBeatz (Beyonce, Jorja Smith) and MikeMillzOn’Em (Amaarae, DarkoVibes) resulted in a record that is both experimental and deeply emotive.

Each track on ‘NEW ROAD AND GUAVA TREES’ offers a distinct perspective, blending introspection, cultural commentary and infectious grooves.

The album seamlessly transitions between reflective storytelling and vibrant, danceable anthems, creating a rich and multi-dimensional listening experience.

With his sixth studio album, M.anifest charts a bold and fresh course, intertwining personal history with resonant themes of resilience, love, identity, hope and self-discovery. This introspective yet outwardly expansive album, delivers music that bridges cultural divides and inspires listeners to embrace their own journeys. As M.anifest attests, “You have to make the climb to get to the fruits of your labor and this album is a reflection of that climb.”

‘NEW ROAD & GUAVA TREES’ ALBUM TRACKLIST

1. Time Catch

2. Eye Red

3. Badman (featuring Vic Daggs II)

4. Wine And Blues (featuring AratheJay)

5. Puff Puff (featuring The Cavemen. & Flea)

6. Gye Name and Vibes

7. Safe Place (featuring Tobi & T’neeya) – produced by Blinky Bill

8. My God (featuring Lee Lewis)

9. Ease My Mind (featuring Xperience M)

10. Spirit Riddim (featuring Bien & DarkoVibes)

11. FTYD (featuring A-Reece)

12. Highlands

13. Hang My Boots (featuring King Promise)

14. Second Hand

The 14-track offering is a rich, genre-spanning journey that fuses introspection, cultural commentary and experimental soundscapes in a way that only M.anifest knows how.

M.anifest cements his position as one of Africa’s most innovative hip-hop  artists through this captivating collection  and resonant body of work.