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An intimate journey of redemption wrapped in rhythm and revelation
Wizard Chan is an artist whose profound songwriting has captured the hearts of many across the globe. On his forthcoming debut album ‘Healers Chapel’, the Nigerian hit-maker bares all in this captivating 14-track album. Following his recent award nominations at The Headies and GMA’s, Wizard Chan has accumulated praise from the likes of NATIVE Magazine, Guardian Nigeria, Okay Africa and many more, further solidifying his undisputed artistry.
Pushing his earth-like soundscapes and soulful pengame to the forefront of the album, ‘Healers Chapel‘ is more than just an album, it’s a communion of sound and soul. Opening the doors to a chapel built
not of brick and stained glass, but of melodies and memories, the listener is taken on a journey of pain, joy, love and loss. Attaining a sense of nostalgia, Wizard Chan speaks to the unspoken places in our hearts— the ones where childhood aches still echo and friendships once bright have faded. Navigating the rawest corners of the human experience, ‘Healers Chapel’ is an honest masterpiece that will stand the test of time.
What started out as a stand-alone single “Healers Chapel” unravelled a journey of healing. Opening the album with “I Want To Live Forever”, a soulful lullaby originally made for Chan’s previous project ‘The Messenger’ introduces the listener to the album. Channeling his vulnerability in tracks like “Sober”, “Yours Truly” and “Heal”, Wizard Chan opens up about his vices, building a bridge of relatability with his fans. Accepting his flaws within friendships in tracks like “In My Defence” and “Yours Truly” where a gospel chord progressions sit centre stage, Chan decided to infuse elements of Hip-Hop and Trap in songs like “Quick Report”, “Amen” and “Promised Land” proving his adaptive approach across a multitude of genres.
When asked about the inspiration behind the album Wizard Chan commented,
“My story was my inspiration. I have had quite the journey, from my near death experiences, to family emergencies, to losing close friends, to missing out on the person you wanted. I have always known I would make an album for healing but I wasn’t sure what the name would be, but I wanted to make something that would help myself and others heal.”
Wizard Chan (Maxwell James Fuayefika), is a singer-songwriter known for his deep storytelling and unique sonic blend that fuses African rhythms with soulful melodies. Born in Okrika and raised in Port-Harcourt, River State, his music resonates with themes of self-discovery, spirituality, and cultural identity, making him one of the most exciting rising stars in the Nigerian music industry today. With a distinctive voice and an authentic artistic vision, Wizard Chan has captured the hearts of fans both locally and internationally.
Since stepping into the music scene, Wizard Chan has garnered attention from major industry players and audiences alike, earning recognition for his innovation and artistry. His music embodies a fusion of traditional African sounds with contemporary influences, such as hip-hop, reggae, soul etc, setting him apart as a genre-defying artist.
Over the years Wizard Chan has won several awards including The Headies Awards where he won ‘Best Alternative Record’ in 2023 as well as further nominations in 2025 for ‘Songwriter Of The Year’ and ‘Best Performer Live’. Further awards land from the GMA Awards for ‘Best Alternative Song’ in 2023 as well as further nominations this year for ‘Best Album 2024’ and winner of ‘Best Traditional Artist’.
Boasting a discography of two critically acclaimed EP’s ‘The Messenger’ and ‘Time Traveler’ with viral releases including “Big Masquerade” and “Loner” alongside fellow hit-maker Joeboy. Wizard Chan has dominated streaming platforms and peaked at number two on the Global Shazam Charts and Top Nigeria 100 in the Apple Music charts, selling out multiple shows in Nigeria, his artistry speaks for itself.
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