Amid a busy run of performances across the United Kingdom, Nigerian singer and songwriter Abdul Rahman Yusuf, popularly known as Harcher, has released a new single titled Angelina, adding fresh material to his growing catalogue.
The Bullion Records artiste released the song on Saturday, August 15, with the track now available on major digital streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Audiomack and Boomplay. The release comes at a time when Harcher is expanding his live presence and introducing his music to audiences beyond Nigeria.
Having recently performed in Birmingham and London, the artiste is combining the rollout of Angelina with a series of scheduled appearances across the UK. He took the stage at Forum Digbeth in Birmingham on August 7 before performing at Outernet London on August 9.
His UK schedule continued with a performance in Cardiff on August 15, coinciding with the release of Angelina, while another appearance was scheduled for Albert Hall in Manchester on August 16.
New Single Reflects Another Side of Harcher
According to Harcher, Angelina represents a different dimension of his artistic expression as he continues to experiment with his sound and develop his identity as an artiste.
“Angelina is a special song for me because it represents another side of my creativity,” he said. “I have been working on my sound and trying to create music that people can enjoy, connect with and remember.”
The new single comes on the heels of previous releases that have helped establish Harcher’s presence in the Nigerian music scene. His catalogue includes Peace, L.O.V.E, Dance to It (Jo Si), Stamina and Mey Suya, featuring Fido.
Drawing from Afrobeats, R&B, pop and street-hop, Harcher has continued to explore different sounds while building a connection with listeners through both recorded music and live performances.
The current UK run has also provided the singer with an opportunity to take his music into a new market and observe how audiences in different cities respond to his sound.
UK Tour Provides New Experience
Reflecting on his performances in Birmingham and London, Harcher described the UK tour as an important learning experience that has broadened his perspective on performing for international audiences.
“This UK tour has been a big learning experience for me. Performing in Birmingham and London showed me that music can connect people regardless of where they come from,” he said.
For the artiste, the release of Angelina during the tour is particularly significant as it allows him to introduce new music to listeners while maintaining direct contact with audiences at his live shows.
The combination of a new single and an active performance schedule also gives Harcher an opportunity to test his evolving material in front of different audiences and build momentum around his music.
Cardiff, Manchester Shows Ahead
Following his appearances in Birmingham and London, Harcher’s UK itinerary includes performances in Cardiff and Manchester, extending his engagement with audiences across different cities.
His Cardiff performance was scheduled for August 15, the same day Angelina became available to listeners, while the Manchester show at Albert Hall is billed for August 16.
For an emerging artiste seeking to establish a wider audience, such performances provide an avenue to showcase his existing catalogue, introduce new material and gain firsthand feedback from concertgoers.
Harcher said the response from fans has remained an important part of his development, expressing appreciation to those who continue to stream his music, attend his shows and share his work with others.
“I really appreciate everyone who has supported me, from the people streaming my songs to those coming to the shows and sharing my music,” he said.
“Every message, every stream and every person who sings along at a show means a lot to me. I want to keep giving my fans music they can enjoy.”
Bullion Records Backs Growing Career
The singer also acknowledged the contribution of Bullion Records to his career, crediting the label with providing support as he works to strengthen his artistry and reach audiences in Nigeria and international markets.
“I am grateful to Bullion Records for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to grow,” he said.
With his focus now centred on developing his craft and releasing more music, Harcher appears intent on building steadily on the foundation created by his previous songs and live appearances.
The release of Angelina therefore marks another step in the artiste’s developing career, arriving at a period when his performances are taking him beyond Nigeria and exposing his music to a broader audience.
As the UK tour progresses, Harcher is using the platform not only to promote his latest release but also to deepen his connection with listeners, refine his performance experience and establish a stronger presence within the international music landscape.