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Ibukun Fadugba | |
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| Born | May 5, 1986 |
| Other names | Mr IBK |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Music producer, Recording Engineer |
| Website | mribk |
Ibukun Fadugba known professionally as Mr. IBK,[1] is a Nigerian recording engineer, music producer, and gospel music minister. Fadugba has made significant contributions to the Nigerian gospel music industry. He is currently the worship pastor at Elevate Church in Missoula, Montana.[2]
Professional Career
editIbukun Fadugba began his professional career under the mentorship of Cobhams Asuquo, one of Nigeria's renowned music producers. While at Cobhams Asuquo Music Production, he served as a recording engineer on various projects, including Bez's Album "Gbagyi Child." [3] His work here was instrumental in establishing him as a key player in the music production industry.
In 2019, Ibukun Fadugba worked as a recording engineer and producer on Tolu Odukoya-Ijogun's track, "Favour."[4] He produced Celebration Church International’s first album, "Kerygma," in 2017.[5] Ibukun also produced several other artists like Feranmi James, where he was songwriter and producer on Jesus we lift you high, What a wonder you are.[6][7] He was co-producer and featured on Jo Deep’s In the light amongst many other projects.[8] While in Canada, he produced artist like Adetoun JESUS Baby on several tracks like Light Up ft Tomi Favored.[9]
Ibukun Fadugba has been recognized in various media outlets, including an interview with Wazobia TV, where he discussed his journey in music production.[10] His work and experiences have also been featured in several articles, including one highlighting his relationship with Cobhams Asuquo and his role in producing Bem Abu’s song.[11][12]
Life as an Artist
editIbukun Fadugba has pursued a career as a solo artist in addition to his work as a producer. He released the single "Jesus You Reign" in 2017.[13] He has also been featured in collaborations with other artists, such as Folabi Nuel, on the single "I Still Believe" in 2017.[14]
Discography
editSolo Releases
editProduction Work
edit- Tosin Alao “Take All The Praise” (2023)
- Tolu Odukoya-Ijogun “Favor” (2019)[4]
- Brite Egwu (feat Jennifer Lewin) “Righteous” (2021)
- Feran James “What A Wonder You Are” (2015)[7]
- Feran James “Jesus We Lift You High” (2023)[6]
Collaborations
edit- Mr IBK (feat. Folabi Nuel) “I Still Believe” (2021)[14]
- Yemi Levite "I still believe" (2014)[15]
- Samuel Miller feat. Mr Ibk No one else like you (2023)[16]
Producer Credits
edit- Mr. Ibk (feat. Folabi Nuel) "I Still Believe" (2017)[14]
- Tolu Odukoya-Ijogun "Favor" (2019)[4]
- Tomiwa Immanuel (feat. Dawn Immanuel) “Abba” (2019)[17]
- Jo Deep (feat. Mr. Ibk) "In the Light" (2018)[18]
- Brite Egwu (feat. Jo Deep) "God of The Universe (2019)[19]
- Tomiwa Immanuel (feat. Dawn Immanuel) "Abba" (2019)[17]
- Tolu Odukoya-Ijogun “Favor” (2019)[4]
- Ororo Gilead (feat. Mr. Ibk) "In His Presence" (2024)[20]
- Folabi Nuel "In My Boat" (2019)[21]
- Becky Larry-Izamoje "Heart Cry" (2019)[22]
- Femi Bakare "Never Let Go (Live at Mr. Ibk Studios)" (2021)[23]
- Oluwabunmi Akinola (feat. Mr. Ibk and Joy Bliss) "Worthy" (2023)[24]
- Samuel Miller (feat. Mr. Ibk) "No One Else Like You" (2023)[25]
References
edit- ^ "Thriving Entrepreneurs in Canada: Spotlight on Mr IBK". www.howtothriveincanada.com. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ "Elevate Church - MT - Our Team". www.elevatemt.org. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ Soundcity (2016-11-24). "Bez announces 'Gbagyi Child' album, featuring only Simi and Yemi Alade". Soundcity. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ a b c d Favour by Tolu Odukoya-Ijogun on Apple Music, 2019-01-08, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ "KERYGMA". SoundCloud. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ a b jesus we lift you high, 2023-03-27, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ a b What A Wonder You Are, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ In the Light (feat. Mr. Ibk) by Jo Deep on Apple Music, 2018-08-19, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ Adetoun Bolarinwa Jesus' baby (2023-05-12). Light up! | Adetoun Bolarinwa JESUS' baby Feat. Tomi Favored| Official Video. #lightup #tomifavored. Retrieved 2024-08-22 – via YouTube.
- ^ Wazobia TV (2015-04-28). THE LATE NIGHT SHOW - Guest. IBK | Wazobia TV. Retrieved 2024-08-22 – via YouTube.
- ^ Abubakar, Murtala (2016-12-18). "SPOTLIGHT: Music is the only thing I haven't given up, says Bem Abu". TheCable Lifestyle. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ Peters, Oreoluwa (2016-02-15). "Bem Abu presents... Cobhams-produced love ballad, 'Never Before' (LISTEN) » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ a b Morayo (2017-01-04). Album Leak 2016 - Jesus You Reign by Olayinka Ibukun. Retrieved 2024-08-22 – via YouTube.
- ^ a b c d I Still Believe (Live) [feat. Folabi Nuel] by Mr Ibk on Apple Music, 2021-01-20, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ Ltd, BandLab Singapore Pte. "I Still Believe - Yemi Levite feat. Mr IBK | yemilevite". ReverbNation. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ No one Else like you (feat. Mr Ibk) by Samuel Miller on Apple Music, 2023-06-16, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ a b Abba (feat. Dawn Immanuel) by Tomiwa Immanuel on Apple Music, 2019-12-02, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ In the Light (feat. Mr. Ibk) by Jo Deep on Apple Music, 2018-08-19, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ God of the Universe (feat. Jo Deep) by Brite Egwuogu on Apple Music, 2019-03-22, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ In His Presence (feat. Mr Ibk) by Ororo Gilead on Apple Music, 2024-07-07, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ "Folabi Nuel Confident in God on New Single "In My Boat" | GMusicPlus.com". 2019-01-21. Retrieved 2024-08-22.
- ^ Heart Cry (Live) by Becky Larry-Izamoje on Apple Music, 2019-03-31, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ Never Let Go (Live at Mr Ibk Studios) by Femi Bakare on Apple Music, 2021-08-27, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ Worthy (feat. Mr Ibk & Joy Bliss) by Oluwabunmi on Apple Music, 2023-11-23, retrieved 2024-08-22
- ^ No one Else like you (feat. Mr Ibk) by Samuel Miller on Apple Music, 2023-06-16, retrieved 2024-08-22