The perfect intersection between the established acts across African music and brilliant underground acts you should be paying attention to!
Despite his embattled situation, writing Wizkid off is a bit premature, he still has a huge fanbase and the talent to command rave reviews from critics.
3 days ago
To open 5ive, the poet Alhanislam recites a spoken-word commentary on the album and the man behind it. It feels a little pretentious, rooted in the same idea that drives artists to label every new project their deepest and most personal work yet. Yet some of it does have grounding in real-life events. Alhanislam hails […]
3 weeks ago
Last weekend, the youngest of the Uzama brothers, Osahan Uzama, more known by his moniker, Famous Pluto, joined the ranks of his brothers—Shallipopi, and Zerry DL, both fierce advocates of Benin Street Pop—with the release of his feverishly anticipated single Na Scra. Before its official release, the song had been making the rounds on TikTok, […]
2 months ago
Fela remains the loudest figure against government oppression and corruption in our music history, but a lot of others have lent a voice to the struggles of Nigerians through the years. Daddy Showkey, an indigene of the backward Lagos slum of Ajegunle, pioneered Galala music, which often took aim at the government in power and detailed the poverty in his hometown.
2 months ago
Burna Boy’s eighth studio album is finally on the horizon. In the past few weeks, the album’s rollout has ramped up significantly. He has made appearances on the covers of magazines and teased the album on social media through cheeky puns and aphorisms. He has appeared on shows, letting viewers in on certain nuances of […]
2 months ago
In the Nigerian context, Gospel music is a cultural force. From acting as a balm in times of strife and difficulty to serving as a tool of praise to God, the gospel subgenre is a thriving and relevant force. Singer, Mercy Chinwo is one of the faces who best exemplifies this. Since the take-off of her […]
1 year ago
Korede Bello, the chart-topping sensation known for his infectious hits, is pulling out all the stops for his birthday celebration. Born on a leap year, Korede Bello is making this milestone count with a double musical treat: the release of two captivating singles Minding My Business ft. Don Jazzy and Happy Birthday To Me. Minding […]
1 year ago
YKB, whose real name is Yusuf Oluwo Gbolaga, first entered public cognizance with the release of the slow-burning Swaggu in 2019, under the moniker Yusufkanbai (one Yusuf like that). A series of co-signs followed which promised to accelerate his budding career: he came under Mr. Eazi’s wing as one of the beneficiaries of emPawa Africa’s […]
1 year ago
Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active Internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our Internet favorites on how they relate to the internet and what it means to them […]
1 year ago
On Christmas eve in 2021, Fireboy DML presented his fans with an early gift: Peru, his hit single, was getting a remix featuring Ed Sheeran. The industry rippled with the release; even now, when it’s become easier for Nigeria’s biggest stars to pull features with their contemporaries across the world , a collaboration of Sheeran’s […]
1 year ago
Nigerian songstress Simi has commenced the year with her latest single, All I Want, providing a glimpse into her upcoming 5th studio album. In this Afro-pop fusion anthem, Simi seamlessly blends Yoruba, pidgin, and English, staying true to her signature style. In the joyful, feel-good track, Simi expresses how true love-seekers desire to be genuinely […]
1 year ago
Talented Nigerian singer and songwriter, SolaRhymes, real name Simisola Awoniyi, marks her emergence in the industry with her debut single Real. The song serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of authenticity and transparency when fostering human connections. SolaRhymes delves into the profound impact of honesty in relationships, rejecting the current reality where people […]
1 year ago
World leader in music-based entertainment, Universal Music Group (UMG), has acquired a majority stake in Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records. Founded in 2012 by Mavin CEO Michael Ajereh (Don Jazzy), the award-winning Mavin Records holds many talents, including Ayra Starr, Rema, Johnny Drille, Crayon, and more. Universal Music Group in its statement released on Monday, says […]
1 year ago
