ALKEBULAN III (COMING AUGUST 21, 2026)
ALKEBULAN III is the powerful final chapter of Matt B’s groundbreaking trilogy. The album is a sweeping, cinematic body of work that returns to the heart of West Africa, deeply rooted in his Igbo Nigerian heritage. Blending the grandeur of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with the raw, pulsating rhythms of traditional West African drums, the album creates a rich sonic landscape that feels both ancestral and expansive. Each composition unfolds like a living archive, weaving together indigenous stories, the spiritual connection between people, land, and water, and the profound journey through the Transatlantic Slave Trade into new worlds and identities. With masterful production and inspired collaborations from West African producers, songwriters, and artists, ALKEBULAN III stands as a global, orchestral masterpiece, honoring the past, elevating the present, and preserving the legacy of a people whose story continues to shape the world.
ALKEBULAN II (2024)
‘ALKEBULAN’ [pronounced 'Al-keh-boo-lahn'. Translates to ‘Mother of Mankind’; ‘Garden of Eden’]: the ancient, indigenous name of our Motherland, Africa, prior to its colonization.
GRAMMY®-Winning Artist Matt B has returned with the sequel to his African-inspired album 'ALKEBULAN' (2023). Recorded in London at the legendary Abbey Road Studios and featuring the inimitable Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, 'ALKEBULAN II' explores the struggles, losses, and oppression of our ancestors and how these conflicts mirror Matt’s own personal journey in his life and career in the present day. The album offers a harmonious fusion between the rhythmic percussion of traditional African music, the soaring emotions of the orchestra, and deep, introspective narration from the art of spoken word. This musical blend takes the listener on an epic and theatrical voyage of sound and soul as Matt B unravels the layers of adversity and perseverance.
67th GRAMMY Awards® Nominee
Nominated at the 67th GRAMMY Awards® in the Global Music Album category for 'ALKEBULAN II', marking his second GRAMMY® nomination.
ALKEBULAN (2023)
‘ALKEBULAN’ [pronounced 'Al-keh-boo-lahn'. Translates to ‘Mother of Mankind’; ‘Garden of Eden’]: the ancient, indigenous name of our Motherland, Africa, prior to its colonization. The album is a celebration of homecoming and connection with the ancestors. Matt B touches on his ancestral roots, his feelings of visiting the Motherland for the first time, and shares some indigenous stories from the continent. ALKEBULAN features sonic elements from different countries in Africa like Namibia, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Nigeria, and more... but with Matt’s own special twist. All of the album's visuals were directed by Angela V. Benson and filmed throughout the continent of Africa.
65th GRAMMY Awards® Nominee
Nominated at the 65th GRAMMY Awards® in the Global Music Performance category for 'Gimme Love'.
Los Angeles Tribune ‘Critically Acclaimed Artist of the Year’ (2023)
“In a stunning recognition of his artistry and cultural contributions, the Los Angeles Tribune has named GRAMMY®-Nominated singer, songwriter, and producer Matt B as the Critically Acclaimed Artist of the Year. This accolade comes in the wake of his latest groundbreaking work, the album "ALKEBULAN," which has deeply resonated with both critics and audiences alike.” - Los Angeles Tribune
RANKS AFRICA ‘100 Most Influential People in Entertainment’ (2022)
“In recognition of your outstanding contribution to Tourism through entertainment, we celebrate you as one of 100 African creatives who raised global awareness of Africa's many potentials and values in tourism and hospitality in 2022.” - RANKS AFRICA
Additional Accolades
Hollywood Music In Media Awards (HMMA) 2023
Best Music Video - 'GUNJALE'
MUSE Creative Awards 2023
Best Album - 'ALKEBULAN' (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Music Video - 'GUNJALE' (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Music Video - 'FREEDOM' (PLATINUM WINNER)
LIT Music Awards 2023
LIT of the Year - 'ALKEBULAN'
Best Album - 'ALKEBULAN'
Best World Album - 'ALKEBULAN'
InterContinental Music Awards 2023
Best African Pop - 'Gimme Love'
East Africa Entertainment Awards 2023
People's Choice Collaboration/Music Video/Hit Project Of The Year (Global) - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Hollywood Independent Music Awards 2023
Best Male Vocalist - 'I'm Here With You' (Nominated)
Global Music Awards 2023
Best World Album - 'ALKEBULAN' (Silver Medal)
Best World Song - 'GUNJALE' (Silver Medal)
Best World Music Video - 'FREEDOM' (Silver Medal)
Oniros Film Awards 2023
GRAND JURY AWARD (Song) - 'GUNJALE'
Best Music Video - 'GUNJALE'
Akademia Music Awards 2023
Best World Beat Album - 'ALKEBULAN'
Clouzine International Music Awards 2023
Male Artist of the Year
Best World Album - 'ALKEBULAN'
International Songwriting Competition 2023
Best World Music Song - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
California Music Video Awards 2023
Best Duet Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Best Love Song - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Best EDM/Dance - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Best Movement (Choreography) - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Best Fashion & Makeup - 'Gimme Love'
Best World Music - 'Gimme Love'
LA Under the Stars 2023
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Oniros Film Awards 2022
Best Song - 'Gimme Love'
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Indie Music Channel Awards 2022
Best Male R&B Artist
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love'
Best Male World Music Duo - Matt B, Eddy Kenzo (Nominated)
Best World Music Recording - ‘Gimme Love’ (Nominated)
Best World Music Song - 'Gimme Love’ (Nominated)
Best Music Video - 'Losing You' (Nominated)
Akademia Music Awards 2022
Best World Beat Song - 'Gimme Love'
Best World Beat Music Video - 'Gimme Love'
MUSE Creative Awards 2022
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Song - 'Gimme Love' (PLATINUM WINNER)
LIT Talent Awards 2022
Best Male Artist (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Male Vocalist (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best African Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Original Song - 'Gimme Love' (PLATINUM WINNER)
Best Costume - 'Gimme Love' (GOLD WINNER)
International Songwriting Awards 2022
'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
HAPAwards 2022
Best Independent Male Artist
Best Independent Collaboration - 'Gimme Love'
Best Up & Coming Video - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
One Earth Awards 2022
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love'
Best World Music Song - 'Gimme Love'
New York International Film Awards 2022
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love'
Best Song - 'Gimme Love'
Festigious Awards 2022
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love'
Best Picture - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
CLOUZINE International Music Awards 2022
Best World Song - 'Gimme Love'
Global Music Awards 2022
Best Male Vocalist (Bronze Medal Winner)
Best R&B Song - 'I'm Here With You' (Bronze Medal Winner)
Best Emerging Artist (Bronze Medal Winner)
Best World Song - 'Gimme Love' (Bronze Medal Winner)
Best Duo - Matt B, Eddy Kenzo (Bronze Medal Winner)
World Songwriting Awards 2022
Best Music Collaboration - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
UK Songwriting Awards 2022
Best World Music Song - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Best Music Video - ' Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Los Angeles Film Awards 2022
Best Music Video - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
Music Video Awards 2022
Best Music Video: Wardrobe/Makeup - 'Gimme Love' (Nominated)
