Wizard Chan’s Time Traveler is a deeply spiritual and sonic pilgrimage that solidifies his position as one of Nigeria’s most distinct voices. Moving away from the commercial pop saturation of Afrobeats, Chan delivers what he calls “Afro-Teme”, music that prioritizes feeling, heritage, and atmosphere over fleeting trends.
While brief, the project feels substantial, creating an awareness of reggae-infused rhythms and traditional Ijaw melodies that transport the listener to a place of reflection. It is meditative and nostalgic. The instrumentation is often acoustic-heavy, using drums and horns to create a “live band” feel that contrasts sharply with digital-heavy mainstream hits.
Time Traveler is not a party album; it is a “listening” album. It demands attention and rewards the listener with calmness and clarity. This project proves that Wizard Chan is not a one-hit wonder, but a curator of a particular, healing soundscape.
