With a storied career built on sonic innovation and global resonance, Runtown, the enigmatic Soundgod, delivers his latest body of work: Soundgod Fest Vol. IV — a 6-track EP that merges sharp emotional intelligence with genre-defiant finesse.

Coming off a stretch of purposeful silence and the subtle impact of his earlier work, Soundgod Fest IV is not just a collection of songs; it’s a declaration of mastery. The EP traverses themes of love, ego, emotional duality, and sonic nostalgia, with every track reflecting Runtown’s evolution as an artist operating at the edge of vulnerability and supreme confidence.

The project opens with “Mood Swings,” a lush, emotionally aware cut that sees Runtown embracing the beautiful unpredictability of a partner’s ever-shifting energy. It’s a song that doesn’t demand clarity but dances with chaos—a reminder that love, in its truest form, is layered and nonlinear.

“End A Man” follows with a different charge—braggadocious and unfiltered. Runtown steps into the booth with his chest out, delivering a self-appraising sermon laced with effortless cadence. It’s a flex, not just of wealth or status, but of legacy. Then comes “Mon Bébé”—a love letter in motion. Tender yet deliberate, it’s Runtown at his most poetic, weaving melodic French expressions with Afro-R&B grooves that remind fans why his pen still sits atop.

Previously released “Do Me” is reprised here as a familiar anthem of passion and consequence—equal parts plea and persuasion. The song finds new context nestled within the larger arc of the EP, reinforcing Runtown’s ability to command both tempo and tone with measured restraint.attention, not flexing for applause. He’s just letting out his soft-spoken scream about vanity, vulnerability, and the curated thrill of luxury living. 

On “Dangerous Hearts” featuring UK singer-producer Mr. Hudson, Runtown gets cinematic. Sampling Sade’s timeless Sweetest Taboo, the record is dipped in nostalgia but emerges new—lush, atmospheric, and hauntingly romantic. It’s a clear standout, bridging continents and eras with deliberate elegance.

Runtown, born Douglas Jack Agu, is singer, songwriter, and producer who has become one of Afrobeats’ most innovative and boundary-pushing voices. Known for his genre-blending sound and laid-back charisma, Runtown’s music seamlessly melds Afrobeat with elements of hip-hop, R&B, and reggae, creating tracks that resonate across borders and generations.

Runtown shot to fame with his 2014 hit single “Gallardo” featuring Davido, solidifying his position as an artist with a unique sound and undeniable presence. His breakthrough track “Mad Over You” in 2016 propelled him to global stardom, cementing his reputation as an artiste who’s capable of crafting irresistible anthems that embodies both the intensity of modern Afrobeats and the warmth of classic African rhythms. This song, alongside later hits like “For Life” and “Energy,” showcases his knack for storytelling, delivering lyrics that speak to universal themes of love, resilience, and mental freedom.

Throughout his career, Runtown has maintained an artistic independence that has allowed him to experiment fearlessly, and his sound reflects his own life experiences, from the bustling streets of Lagos to global travels and introspective moments in between. His music is as much a reflection of his Nigerian roots as it is of his global perspective, making Runtown a bridge between cultures and one of the earliest ambassadors of Afrobeats on the global  stage.

With his unwavering dedication to his craft and a legacy already marked by groundbreaking hits, Runtown remains a crucial figure in modern African music, an artist whose influence reaches far beyond the music charts.