MUGEEZ
Afrobeats star Mugeez started his own record label Extrial Music to support music that changes our world, by thinking above any limitations.
Since 2007 Mugeez has been part of the Afrobeats duo R2Bees, formed with his cousin Omar Sterling. R2Bees quickly became famous in Ghana after their debut album “Da Revolution” in 2009, which was followed up in 2012 by “Da Revolution II”, with guest appearances from Wizkid, Burner Boy, Tinchy Stryder and Davido. The duo was featured in Forbes' list of “Top 13 African Celebrities To Watch” in 2013. This was also the year they were nominated for “Best International Act” at the BET Awards. Just last year R2Bees released their new album “Site 15”, with major impact on the Afrobeats scene. The album made it to number ten in the Billboard’s “World Album Chart” category.
As well as being part of R2Bees, Mugeez continuously works on solo projects. For example collaborated Mugeez with other high caliber Afrobeats acts, such as Mr Eazi, Yemi Alade and Stonebwoy. In 2017 Mugeez worked with Fuse ODG and Ed Sheeran releasing the single "Boa Me" and another chart topper is about to come out in May: "Closer To You" with Iakopo and Sean Paul.
Mugeez released several singles under his label Extrial Music, such as "Dripping" with Kwesi Arthur and DJ Mic Smith or "Chihuahua". All leading up to Mugeez' first solo EP coming out at the end of this year.
With launching his own record label Extrial Music Mugeez wants to not only promote his music, but also help up and coming artists that are ready to make a change.
Mugeez
08/05
Mugeez is keeping busy releasing one hit after the other. His next one: “Six In Da Morning”, produced by the award-winning producer Chopstix from Nigeria.
"Six In Da Morning" is already playing on several Apple Music playslists, as well as Spotify's biggest Afrobeats playlist: "African Heat"
"SIX IN DA MORNING" OUT NOW
Discography
"Dripping"
DJ Mic Smith x Mugeez x
Kwesi Arthur
"Bounce It"
Mugeez
Prod. by Zodivc
"Sexy Sexy"
Mugeez
Prod. by Zodivc
R2BEES
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Biography
Short Bio
Rashid Abdul Mugeez, known under his stage name Mugeez, is a famous Ghanaian singer and songwriter. Born in Tema (Accra, Ghana) he became known through the highly influential Afrobeats/ Hiplife duo R2Bees (Refuse to Be Broke), which he formed with his cousin Faisal Hakeem (aka Omar Sterling) in 2007.
R2Bees last album Site 15 from 2019 made it into the top 10 on the Billboard Chart. Throughout his career Mugeez is continuously working with high calibers in the entertainment industry, like Wizkid, Davido, Ed Sheeran or Mr Eazi. April 2019 Mugeez founded his record label Extrial Music to promote his solo projects, as well as up-and-coming artists.
Early Life
Rashid Abdul Mugeez and Faisal Hakeem were both born and raised in Tema, in the east of Ghana’s capital Accra. The two cousins lived in the same house and also attended the same primary, junior and senior secondary school in Tema. Beginning their career early, they started off representing their school in school music contests. This led them to participating in the popular radio competition Kasahare, which they won. Performing at more and more shows they gained popularity within their community.
2007-2012: Foundation of R2Bees & “Da Revolution” - First Album R2Bees
In 2007 both cousins officially formed the music duo R2Bees and quickly became a favorite in Ghana. Mugeez is the lead vocalist of R2Bees, while Omar Sterling is the rapper, as well as CEO of R2Bees Entertainment. KillBeatz (Joseph Addison) is R2Bees’ official producer right from the start. R2Bees’ texts are in Twi and Pidgin and their music is a mixture of Afrobeats and Hiplife, a Ghanaian music style that fuses Ghanaian culture and Hip Hop.
R2Bees released their first single in August 2008 titled “Yawa Gal”, which became an instant hit. Right after they released “I Dey Mad” featuring Unda Melodies, another chart topper across Ghana. In 2010, R2Bees featured one of Nigeria's biggest stars Wande Coal on their third single “Kiss Your Hand”. The single was widely seen as R2Bees' breakthrough to the international music scene.
In 2009, R2Bees released a 17-track album Da Revolution, including the already released songs alongside new songs, like “Radio”, “One more Chance” and “Africa”. The album was produced by KillBeatz and included guest appearances from Wande Coal, Sarkodie, Samini or Kwaw Kese.
2013–2018: Refuse to be Broke: Da Revolution II - Second Album R2Bees
On 29 March 2013, R2Bees launched their second studio album Refuse to be Broke: Da Revolution II at the Silver Lounge at the Accra Mall. The 19-track album is loaded with hits, such as “Ajeii”, “Life (Walaahi)”, “Odo” and “Bayla Trap”. The album had guest appearances from Wizkid, Sherifa Gunu, Davido, Tinchy Stryder and Voicemail. The album's production was handled by KillBeatz, who produced or co-produced all tracks.
After the successful release of their second Album Refuse to be Broke: Da Revolution II in 2012 the duo was nominated for Best International Act at the 2013 BET Awards. In 2012, R2Bees was also featured in Forbes' list of Top 13 African Celebrities to watch in 2013.
Various R2Bees singles appeared over the next few years, while Mugeez continuously worked on his solo projects. He was featured by several Afrobeats stars, such as Mr Eazi, Yemi Alade or Stonebwoy. In 2017 Mugeez was part of Fuse ODG's single "Boa Me", alongside Ed Sheeran.
2019 - presents: Site 15 (Album R2Bees) & Foundation of Extrial Music
In 2019 R2Bees released their latest album Site 15, with major impact on the Afrobeats scene. The album made it to number ten in the Billboard’s "World Album Chart" category. Site 15 is featuring Afrobeats legends Wizkid and Burna Boy, as well as newcomers such as King Promise or Kwesi Arthur. Tracks like “Over”, “Sunshine”, “Yesterday” or “My Baby” are loved by Afrobeats fans all over the world. Site 15 was produced by KillBeatz and Killmatic.
End of 2019 Mugeez founded the record label Extrial Music, to promote his own solo projects, as well as supporting up-and-coming artists. Kicking things off, Mugeez released the singles “Regular” with Sarkodie and “Your Number” with Juls and King Promise. Mugeez also signed Tecknikal, a young aspiring artist from Ghana, as the first artist under his record label. April 2019 Mugeez teamed up with DJ Mic Smith and Kwesi Arthur and released the single “Dripping”. “Chihuahua” is Mugeez first solo single in 2020 and was released on the 27 of March after an exclusive pre-release on Audiomack. On May 8th “Six In Da Morning” came out; the single was featured in “African Heat”, Spotify's biggest Afrobeats playlist and several Apple editorial playlists, as well as hot tracks.
Currently Mugeez is working towards the release of his first solo EP, while continuously working with Omar Sterling on R2Bees projects.
