Nigerian music producer, has made history by setting a new world

Nigerian music producer Idem Abasifreke has made history by setting a new world record for the longest continuous recording session. Working alongside Beatisblaak Studio, Abasifreke led a marathon session that lasted an astonishing 95 hours and 59 minutes, beginning on February 10. This record-breaking feat was just

one minute shy of four full days of nonstop recording.

This incredible achievement smashed the previous record of 40 hours and 19 minutes, also set in Nigeria in 2022. Abasifreke’s motivation for taking on this challenge was not only to make history but to offer a platform for emerging singers and rappers to showcase their talents.

Reflecting on the experience, Abasifreke shared, “Seeing the joy on the faces of the artists and their enthusiasm to record every hour was a new experience every day. Music, energy, and vibes kept us going. I was happy, but I was also constantly praying for success.”

During the nearly 96-hour session, Abasifreke and the participating artists were allowed a five-minute break for every hour of recording. Despite these short breaks, Abasifreke admitted that he often used the time to ensure that everything was running smoothly and that all the guidelines for the record attempt were being followed.

Surprisingly, Abasifreke revealed that he did not rely on caffeine or other stimulants to stay awake throughout the marathon session. “As a music producer, I’m used to working through day and night sessions,” he explained. However, the biggest challenge was not sleep deprivation but the financial burden of keeping the studio powered and running smoothly for such an extended period.

“Electricity was a constant challenge,” Abasifreke said, noting that they had to manage power outages while trying to keep the studio’s systems operational. Additionally, maintaining a reliable internet connection for Wi-Fi became difficult due to the number of people in the studio using it.

The team had initially aimed to break the 100-hour mark, but technical issues caused their timer to stop at exactly 96 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. Despite falling just short of their goal, Abasifreke was thrilled with the result.

“It’s a dream come true, and I’m still in shock and overjoyed,” he said, reflecting on the historic achievement.

Abasifreke’s record-breaking session, which brought together a host of emerging artists, has more than doubled the previous record, making it a milestone not only for him but for Nigeria’s music scene.