Attih Soul

Attih Soul
Background information
Born
Attih Ekpenyong

(1990-02-13) February 13, 1990
Calabar, Nigeria
GenresSoul, R&B
OccupationsSinger, musician, songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, keyboard
Years active2011–present

Attih Ekpenyong, known professionally as Attih Soul, is a Nigerian soul and R&B singer and musician currently based in Barcelona, Spain. He is also known for and performing at events such as the Road to Yalta International Music Festival,[1] the World Music Festival at the French Institute,[2][3]and Solsona Festival, among others.[4][5]

Early life and education

Ekpenyong was born in 1990 in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.[6][7] He graduated from the University of Calabar with a bachelor's degree in medical biochemistry.[1][8] Ekpenyong also earned a dual master's degree in international talent management and leadership from Barcelona Executive Business School and Catholic University of Murcia.[1][8]

Career

Early career

Ekpenyong began singing as a child, but officially began his music career in 2011 by singing at open mic events.[6][9] He competed on reality singing competitions like Nigerian Idol, Voice Cross River, and Project Fame West Africa.[6][10]

In 2017, Ekpenyong was chosen by the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari to write and perform the theme song for Nigeria's Democracy Day.[11][12] In the same year, Soul performed his first international concert in South Africa and released his first single, "Say You Love Me".[13][14]

Ekpenyong later expanded his career internationally, performing in several countries across Africa and Europe. He received recognition from the French Institute for his contributions to music, after he won the World Music Festival Competition with his music group, The A Team, in 2018.[2]

In 2020, Ekpenyong represented Nigeria at the Road to Yalta International Music Festival in Yalta, Russia, performing alongside Yaroslav Sumishevskiy and the Otta Orchestra.[11][12] After performing, he was awarded a cash prize, an award of excellence, and a Golden Microphone by Russian singer Lev Leschenko, who served as the event's chairman of the jury.[11][15]

Recent work

In February 2022, Ekpenyong released a titled "Friendzone".[6][16] In the same year, he released a second single, titled "Someday I'll Find You".[9][17]

In June 2023, Ekpenyong signed a management deal with the French management company Talent and Skills,[18] and also released the acoustic EP The Acoustic Experiment.[19][20]

In November 2023, Ekpenyong performed a headline concert in Sala NaLau, Barcelona to promote his album Shades of Emotion,[8][21] which was released in the same month.[22] He also held a concert in Barcelona along with Sadie and Werio.[23][24]

In 2025, Ekpenyong released three choir versions of songs from the Shades of Emotions album: “Good Old Days,” “Dreams,” and “Healed Too Much.”[25]

On the 13th of July 2025, Ekpenyong performed at Barcelona footballer Lamine Yamal’s birthday party.[26]

Musical style and influences

Attih Soul’s music is primarily rooted in Soul and R&B.[26] He has cited artists such as Boyz II Men as influences on his music.[27]

Discography

Singles

Title Year Album
"Say You Love Me" 2017 Non-album single[13]
"Friendzone" 2022 Shades of Emotions[6][16]
"Someday I'll Find You" 2022 Shades of Emotions[9][17]
“Healed Too Much” 2025 Shades of Emotions
“Good Old Days (Choir Version)” 2025 Non-album single[25]
“Dreams (Choir Version)” 2025 Non-album single
“Healed Too Much (Choir Version)” 2025 Non-album single

Albums

Title Released
Shades of Emotions 2023[6][9][17][16]

EPs

Title Released
The Acoustic Experiment 2023[19][20]

Awards and recognition

  • Democracy Day (Nigeria) theme song - 2017[11][12]
  • Best Music Group (With The A Team) - World Music Day Festival - 2020[2]
  • Golden Microphone - Road to Yalta Music Festival - 2023[11][15]

Personal life

Ekpenyong is based in Barcelona, Spain, where he continues to develop his music career.[28]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Attih Soul bags double masters degree in Barcelona". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. October 2, 2021. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  2. 1 2 3 Abulude, Samuel (July 29, 2023). "Attih Soul: An Unstoppable Musical Journey From Nigeria To Spain". Leadership. Archived from the original on August 5, 2023. Retrieved August 5, 2023.
  3. ↑ "Nigeria - Born Singer taking over Barcelona with music team". nigerianpilot.news. July 29, 2023. Archived from the original on August 5, 2023. Retrieved August 5, 2023.
  4. ↑ "5a Solsoterra, Fira de la Terra del Solsonès". Ajuntament de Solsona (in Catalan). October 16, 2025. Retrieved June 7, 2026.
  5. ↑ "Fira de la terra del Solsonès - Pànxing". www.panxing.net (in Catalan). Retrieved June 7, 2026.
  6. 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Attih Soul Set To Release First Single Off Album". Leadership. January 21, 2022. Archived from the original on January 21, 2022. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  7. ↑ "International Artist Urges youths to be forthright". National Update. April 15, 2021. Archived from the original on April 15, 2021. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  8. 1 2 3 "Attih Soul Set To Thrill Fans In Album Launch Concert". Naijavoicenews. November 10, 2023. Archived from the original on November 13, 2023. Retrieved November 13, 2023.
  9. 1 2 3 4 "Singer Attih Soul Set To Release Second Single". Leadership. May 28, 2022. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023.
  10. ↑ "Attih Soul Releases First Single Off His New Album". Voice of Nigeria. February 24, 2022. Archived from the original on February 24, 2022. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  11. 1 2 3 4 5 erezi, dennis (September 30, 2020). "Attih Soul, Otta Orchestra thrill at RMF". The Street Journal. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  12. 1 2 3 "Attih Soul shines bright in RMF". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023.
  13. 1 2 "ATTIH SOUL - Artenzza Discovering Artists". Artenzza. May 30, 2022. Archived from the original on November 13, 2023. Retrieved November 13, 2023.
  14. ↑ "Attih Soul - Say You Love Me". ngdailynews.ng. October 14, 2017. Archived from the original on November 13, 2023. Retrieved November 13, 2023.
  15. 1 2 "Дорога на Ялту - Новости". doroganayaltu.ru. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  16. 1 2 3 "Feel-Good Vibes From Attih Soul With Friendzone - Neon Music - Digital Music Discovery & Showcase Platform". neonmusic.co.uk. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  17. 1 2 3 Abuchi, Joe (May 31, 2022). "Attih Soul Thrills fans with New Single". The Authority. Abuja, Nigeria. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  18. ↑ "International Artist Signs Fresh Deal With French Company - Attih Soul · Naijavoicenews". Naijavoicenews. June 26, 2023. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  19. 1 2 Skope (June 23, 2023). "Fast Rising Superstar Attih Soul Releases New Acoustic EP "The Acoustic Experiment"". Skope Entertainment Inc. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  20. 1 2 "Shun social cices, Attih Soul urges youths". Shun social cices, Attih Soul urges youths. Archived from the original on July 23, 2023. Retrieved July 23, 2023.
  21. ↑ "Attih Soul thrills audience at album launch". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. November 27, 2023. Archived from the original on November 29, 2023. Retrieved November 27, 2023.
  22. ↑ Stephen, Onu (November 27, 2023). "Singer Attih Soul drops debut album". Premium Times. Archived from the original on November 27, 2023. Retrieved November 27, 2023.
  23. ↑ "Attih Soul Perform Incredibly At Album Launch Concert · Naijavoicenews". December 12, 2023. Archived from the original on December 12, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2024.
  24. ↑ "Attih Soul Excites Audience At Album Launch Concert In Spain". Leadership. December 11, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2024.
  25. 1 2 "Attih Soul Eleva Espiritualidade e Nostalgia com "Good Old Days" em Versão Coral". Roadie Music (in Brazilian Portuguese). February 3, 2025. Retrieved June 7, 2026.
  26. 1 2 "Nigerian singer Attih Soul performs at Barcelona star Lamine's birthday". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. September 9, 2025. Retrieved June 7, 2026.
  27. ↑ "Singer Attih Soul drops debut album". Premium Times. November 27, 2023. Retrieved June 15, 2026.
  28. ↑ "Attih Soul, Otta Orchestra thrill at RMF". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. September 30, 2020. Retrieved June 7, 2026.


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