Mr Eazi understands his sound. He has always understood it. Maison Rouge is proof of concept. The seven-track EP is a homecoming project. It is stripped back. It is intimate. The complexity of his recent The Evil Genius album (2023) is gone. The EP, primarily recorded in Cotonou, feels like a direct return to his prime ‘Accra To Lagos’ years. It is a win.
Eazi is the pioneer of Banku Music. He invented the genre: a seamless blend of Ghanaian Highlife bounce and Nigerian Afrobeat rhythm. Maison Rouge returns to that blueprint. It feels warm. The sound is instantly recognisable. The project succeeds because it keeps things simple.
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My new 7 song project, Maison Rouge, is here.
recorded while I was living in a guest house called Maison Rouge in Cotonou, Benin.
This one takes me right back to the Banku Music sound that started it all. No… pic.twitter.com/8kDiLtDuSa— Don Eazi (@mreazi) October 29, 2025
The EP’s production is nothing short of sublime. It is super, super on point. Producers like Kel-P, P. Prime, and E. Kelly do not overwork the beats. They offer space. This allows Eazi’s distinct, laid-back vocal texture to breathe. The result is pure, unadulterated groove. The drums are subtle. The guitars are lilting and it recalls the golden era of his early classics: Skin Tight and Leg Over.
The EP opens with a moody, thoughtful number to immediately set the tone. The song I listened to first was ‘Violence’. The song oozes an unspoken tension when one is in love. Eazi explores conflict without bruises. The melody is melancholic but hypnotic. Production by E Kelly and P. Prime is superb. The atmosphere is dense. He sings with a bare voice. This style highlights a newer, increasing maturity in his storytelling. It gives a big hint about where Eazi is headed next.
The music mogul has recently said he wants to do more acoustic music and “unplugged” live shows.
I finally wanna tour again, but this time with only guitar, 3 backup singers and one shekere. Acoustic only 🤔
— Don Eazi (@mreazi) October 18, 2025
‘Violence’ already leans in that direction by dropping most of the usual Afrobeats rhythm to highlight the melody and raw emotion. The production perfectly matches the sound Eazi has been talking about on social media.
The pace shifts slightly on Track 2: ‘Wait For Your Love’ is classic Banku. It rides a mid-tempo shuffle. The track is built for a late-night drive.
The song talks about patience and loyalty. The vocal delivery reminds us why Mr Eazi’s particular cadence is impossible to copy. He never strains his voice. He allows the rhythm to do all the heavy lifting.
On Track 3 ‘Casanova’, is a playful confession by Eazi. The song which was a lead single shows his vulnerabilty. Eazi admits his temptations. “I no be casanova but I dey like woman too much.” However, he reaffirms his devotion to one person regardless of his ways.
The message hits harder when you think about Eazi’s real life. Fans have watched his long-term relationship with Temi Otedola play out publicly. From their widely-publicised wedding to their red carpet appearances and even YouTube videos.
“Truth to God, me I’m trying for you, but it’s so hard to do. Tiger no fit to change him tattoo just in one day or two. Me I get plenty loving wey suppose carry all of you.” Those lines feel less like a casual confession and more like an honest reflection on love and self control. The song about choosing loyalty in a world that constantly tests it.
Producers TXMO and Kel-P provide a perfect backdrop. The gentle guitar part is the star of the track. It elevates the groove from simply good to infectious.
On ‘Make E No Tey’ and ‘Corny’, Eazi is tender here. This is a stripped-back love song. It’s emotionally honest. Eazi’s vulnerability is refreshing because he always finds the musical heart of a concept. He manages to make simplicity sound profound with his Banku sound. The melodies are rich, and the arrangement is spacious.
The project needed a buoyant track, and ‘Bus Stop’ provided the answer. The song is pure, feel-good vibes. The groove is body-moving and uplifting. It channels vibrant Ghanaian Highlife energy and looks like an instant radio smash. The track is designed to move hips. Eazi proves he still understands how to create a high-energy banger without sacrificing his core sound.
The EP closes with a heartfelt offering on ‘Love Me Now’. This song shows genuine emotion. It speaks to deeper connections that transcend mere romantic love. It is profound. The track ultimately underscores the project’s entire thesis: the intimacy of true connection. The plea is clear: love me now, not when it is too late. It brings the cycle of feeling and vulnerability to a meaningful close.
Mr Eazi needs no complication. He does not need the noise. This project is a full-circle reset. He confirms he is still the King of Groove. He still defines a mood. We love this EP and you should love it too.
Ratings: /10
