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Very few artists in Afrobeats’ dazzling history boast of debut years on par with Kizz Daniel’s introduction to the scene in 2014. Following a run of explosive singles that includes Woju, Laye, Mama, and Jombo, he released his debut album A New Era. If at the time of release, cynics regarded the album’s brazen title […]
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Produced by Kingsley Okorie, of The Cavemen, the track captivates listeners with its emotional depth, complemented by a melodic tune that keeps them hooked.
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Rising star Shallipopi is set to captivate global audiences with the release of his Spotify RADAR Africa documentary, offering an intimate look at his journey from the streets of Edo State to chart-topping success. As one of Nigeria’s most compelling new artists, Shallipopi’s story is one of resilience and artistry, resonating across social divides. The […]
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If rising to prominence in the Afropop tapestry is a game of accumulating momentum, in 2022 Minz understood the assignment. Lady, released in mid-2022, attained anthem status on TikTok and established the languid, melody-centric style that would become characteristic of his music. He quickly doubled down with Wo Wo, which enjoyed commercial success. With that […]
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In 2020, Nigeria’s Afropop bore the trappings of a scene bristling with momentum- a scene at the cusp of permeating the global consciousness. Burna Boy released Twice as Tall to global acclaim, making history as the first winner of the newly-created Best Global Music Album category at the Grammys the next year. Wizkid’s Made in […]
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Olamide is a hectagon of sorts, a man with many sides. He is, to many, the quintessential street-wise artiste. But he is also capable of mushiness, a side he first explores in Melo Melo, in his Eyan Mayweather (2015) album. He fleshes out his romantic side in UY Scuti (2021). But before this romantic side that has […]
2 years ago
Nigerian Rapper PsychoYP has teamed up with singer, songwriter Zlatan for the release of their new single titled Stronger. Stronger follows PsychoYP’s August-released IC3 featuring Zilla Oaks & Backroad Gee., and opens with an interesting sequence of drums backed by YP’s sensational vocals. Both artists pull off an exceptional display of chemistry as they bounce […]
2 years ago
After releasing Good girl, Coblaze is back with his second single, Hallelu. Starring as the producer and the artiste, Coblaze reminds us of his multifaceted artistry. His understanding of music composition triples his potency as a singer and songwriter, giving him an edge in a dangerously competitive market. The instant acceptance of Hallelu‘s teaser paves […]
2 years ago
Binny Boy and talented producer Arche. A have returned with a sensational new project titled KOKO. KOKO, Binny and Arche.A’s second collaboration this year, blends a traditional erhu soul sound with beautiful African drums and rhythm. This song is almost a synonym for love and romance as it opens with birds chirping, reminiscent of a […]
2 years ago
Afrobeats frontliner, Simi has been the center of attention on her To Be Honest North American Tour in the USA and she is just getting started. A vibe like no other, the acclaimed ‘Soft Queen’ is showing America what they’ve been missing. After years of remaining relatively low-key, Simi has entered the international market with […]
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Fast rising Nigerian artist and Spotify RADAR Africa alumnus Victony, has released the first-ever Spotify Single from Nigeria; a cover of Davido’s Dami Duro. The cover, available exclusively on Spotify, is a disco-inspired take on the classic decade-old club banger by Davido. To celebrate the legacy of Nigeria’s rich music history, Spotify is unveiling reimagined […]
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Nigerian superstar Mr Eazi who previously assembled a Pan-African team on his 3rd single of the year Patek, has added Falz to the lineup of the Amapiano banger. Last month, Mr Eazi enlisted Mozambican producer DJ Tárico and Ghanaian rapper Joey B to create the amapiano bop. With Patek already a runaway hit on TikTok—where […]
2 years ago
Artwork Sounds have been dominating the globally flourishing Amapiano scene recently, and Inkulueko hears the duo effortlessly join forces with renowned vocalist, Russell Zuma and DJ CocoSA in what is sure to become another staple on the Amapiano scene. Inkulueko is the first single from Out Of Order (OOO), a brand-new label initiative launched by […]
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