Battle Rap Africa Blog — Exclusive
When Alpha Hybrid bagged the ₦1 Million prize at On A Platter of Bars 1, the culture expected celebrations, maybe a short break, and then a comeback. But instead of resting, Hybrid dropped a bomb: Kaos in Lagos, a crossover card powered by The GULAG and TMR Podcast.
BigDan sat down with the new face of calculated chaos to talk hosting, battling Qhadaffy, and why Lagos is about to be the epicenter of African battle rap.
From Battler to Event Curator
BigDan: Fresh off your win, you wasted no time setting up Kaos in Lagos. Why the quick move from MC to event host?
Alpha Hybrid: (laughs) Long story, bro. Kaos in Lagos was already in the works. I just used the hype from the Dabu battle to announce the card. Big shout out to TM from TMR Podcast—even though he’s the opp for backing my next opp (laughs)—plus Colson_The_Great, my brother in all things battle rap and media. And of course, my mentor Queen MODA.
“Kaos in Lagos was already cooking before Dabu. I just fed the hype.” — Alpha Hybrid
BigDan: As a battler yourself, how does that shape your approach compared to someone who’s never stepped in the ring?
Alpha Hybrid: This is a brutal learning curve, man. Before now, I was in a brand manager role. But running an event? That’s heavy. Still, I’m learning, and I want to manage this well for the culture.
BigDan: What makes Kaos in Lagos different from other cards?
Alpha Hybrid: It’s a crossover card. I’m trying to bridge the gap and boost our visibility beyond Africa. Slimbuck’s overseas grind definitely influenced this vision.
The Weight of Dual Roles
BigDan: You’re hosting and battling Qhadaffy. How do you balance both?
Alpha Hybrid: The pen never sleeps. It shakes your stability, but my mantra is: “I didn’t come this far only to come this far.” Too many people are counting on this.
“The pen never takes a backseat. Experience won’t let it.” — Alpha Hybrid
BigDan: Qhadaffy isn’t a light opponent. What makes him dangerous?
Alpha Hybrid: (smirks) He should take whatever comes his way. Simple.
BigDan: How do you keep momentum from your last battle alive for September 27?
Alpha Hybrid: Hosting Kaos has my stock at an all-time high. Momentum isn’t going anywhere.
BigDan: Writing style—do you go for layered content or immediate room-shakers?
Alpha Hybrid: Anything Daffy hears, he should take it as it comes.
BigDan: Hosting and battling on the same night is wild. How do you avoid burnout?
Alpha Hybrid: Family. Armada, my circle, my friends—they’ve all got my back. I’m not carrying this alone.
Culture, Lagos, and Legacy
BigDan: HipHop is about narrative. What story are you telling with Kaos in Lagos?
Alpha Hybrid: For the event: battle rap lives here and we’re not stopping. For Lagos: this city is a goldmine. For African battle rap? I’ll let the event do the talking.
BigDan: Lagos crowds are intense. Are you tailoring material with Lagos-coded punches?
Alpha Hybrid: I’m less worried about the crowd. I’m more focused on Quaddafy hearing what I’ve got to say.
BigDan: Beyond your own matchup, what battle on the card should fans watch out for?
Alpha Hybrid: (laughs) Tough one, biko I’ll skip.
BigDan: If your battle turns into a classic, where does that put Alpha Hybrid in African battle rap?
Alpha Hybrid: A true servant of the culture.
BigDan: Last one—sell Kaos in Lagos with a bar.
Alpha Hybrid: “Kaos in Lagos—no End SARS, but this is where you’ll see the pro-tested.” (laughs)
BigDan’s Wrap-Up
Alpha Hybrid is no longer just a battler. He’s a builder, curating a platform that promises chaos, culture, and credibility all in one night. Kaos in Lagos isn’t just an event; it’s proof that African battle rap is ready to play on a bigger stage.
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