Refolkus
Monday April 21st, 2025 with Rosalyn Dennett
Curating Your Online Presence w/ Tommyphyll

In this week's episode, Rosalyn chats with multi-talented artist Tommyphyll. They discuss his journey as an Afrobeats innovator and his signature fusion of sounds, which he calls Afrodiem. Tommyphyll shares insights into his creative process and the importance of connecting with his audience online — emphasizing quality content as a driver of social media and audience growth. He also reflects on how he navigates the balance between creativity and burnout. Tommyphyll also introduces his new EP, 'Love Me Like the First Day,' which explores the nuances of love and connection. Listen to the episode in podcast form: https://refolkus.transistor.fm/subscribe Find Tommyphyll online Website & Upcoming Shows: https://tommyphyll.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommyphyll_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tommyphyll_ About Tommyphyll Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, and now based in Canada, Tommyphyll is an Afrobeat innovator crafting a sound that transcends borders. Coining the term Afrodiem to define his unique fusion of Afrobeats, 80s synth-pop, and classical music, Tommyphyll blends futuristic electronic textures with deep-rooted tribal percussion, creating anthems of empowerment, unity, and self-discovery. Since his professional debut in 2018, Tommyphyll has remained an independent force, producing all his own music and pushing creative boundaries. His 2020 self-produced debut album laid the foundation for a sonic journey that has taken him to Multiple Live performances, including a standout halftime show at the Winnipeg Sea Bears before an audience of 7,000. His ability to captivate crowds with high-energy performances and thought-provoking lyrics has solidified him as an artist to watch. More than just an artist, Tommyphyll is a cultural bridge, weaving together his Yoruba heritage with modern and futuristic influences. His lyrics, often introspective and spiritually conscious, speak to resilience, joy, and the unbreakable will of the human spirit. He envisions his fanbase—INPHYLLTRATORS—as a warrior family, a movement of individuals who find strength in music and their joint desire to break barriers in spaces they have been denied. His music is more than sound; it is a call to action, an invitation to dream, move, and conquer.