Obidi Nnedu: From Medical School to International Recognition

 Obidi Nnedu is a Nigerian singer/songwriter, musician and songwriter. He was born into a music loving family. His musical path began only in 2008, upon arrival to study Medicine in Ukraine, singing at local pubs/clubs and at his university, as well as representing his university at different competitions nationwide.

His love for music led to his picking up the guitar and learning to play the piano, helping him to develop his songwriting skill. Soon, he became the lead singer of a local group “Vecks”, which was formed by him together with friends while still studying at the medical university.

This marked a turning point in his music career as the band performed cover versions of popular/well-known songs, as well as original songs written by him. Over time and after the group disbanded in 2014, he decided to pursue a solo career, writing and performing his songs as well as covers.

His musical style ranges from country, country blues, country rock, contemporary folk, acoustic blues, soul, indie, funky-pop.

His biggest influences include – Tracy Chapman, Sade, Bob Marley, Etta James, Don Williams, Chris Rea, R. Kelly, Kenny G, Julio Iglesias, Kenny Rogers, Isley Brothers, Seal, Micheal Jackson, to name a few.

In the spring of 2020, Obidi Nnedu released his self-titled Debut album consisting of 10 tracks, and has since begun promoting his songs, warming as many hearts as would listen.

In February 2023 he has signed a contract with a famous Ukrainian label – Moon Records.

Love Games And Heart Breaks (L.G.A.H.B)

On the 31st of August 2025 the second studio album — “Love Games And Heart Breaks (L.G.A.H.B) was released.   It the 10-track album blends multiple genres, from funk-pop to acoustic soul and indie, offering something for every listener. 

The songs of Obidi Nnedu are in rotation on the radio in Nigeria, Ukraine and other countries: France – Radio Kaos Caribou, USA – BluesMen Channel, B.yon Radio, KBACKradio, Glacer FM, CU FM and Pixi Radio,  Canada – Kracradio, Netherlands – TalentCast, Namibia – Longbeach Radio, Spain – RadioAire1, Great Britain – European Indie Music, Amazing Radio, Good Music Radio, Deal Radio, Argentina – Radio Esda, Brazil – Geografia Rock.

 The songs of Obidi Nnedu also are in the many playlists of music on Sportify.

📀 Album: *Love Games And Heart Breaks (L.G.A.H.B)*

Lola Schaller

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