By Juliet Ebirim

Nigerian-born, U.S.-based artist Mac-Anthony Abirika also known as Mactee, is set to release his latest single, Dundee Dance, on November 21, introducing a new sound and an accompanying dance inspired by his experiences of resilience and renewal.

Mactee’s musical journey began in Lagos, where classic records played in his family home shaped his early interest. As a teenager, he formed a three-man band and helped define the group’s direction before pursuing a solo path. That move led to record deals, international performances and periods of rising visibility.

Those early gains were followed by setbacks, including contract delays and lengthy pauses that slowed his progress. “It was a dark time,” he said, reflecting on the period. “I could see the light from a mile away, but instead of basking in it, everything around me went dim. I couldn’t picture myself working a 9-to-5. I wanted  to sing, become a legend and build something that gives hope to people who need a hand.”

A turning point came in 2020 with the release of Manna, a soulful track that went viral and revived his momentum. Subsequent releases including Body, his first nationally distributed music video, and the eight-track EP Pit to Palace deepened his catalogue. Golgotha, his collaboration with Magnito, became another milestone.

With Dundee Dance, Mactee shifts to an upbeat, energetic sound intended to showcase movement and freedom. He describes the track as part of his continued push to remain persistent: “I have learned that if you keep knocking, the door will open one day.”

Beyond music, Mactee is the co-founder of Mark and Briks LLC, a company with interests in fashion, real estate, and talent development. His broader goal, he says, is to create opportunities for others through the platforms he builds.