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.
5 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 a transcendent sonic journey that resonates beyond conventional boundaries, emerging artist Brice Abay, born Abolaji Abayomi, has officially released his eagerly awaited EP, Euphoria. This 6-track masterpiece, a testament to Abay’s artistic evolution, was unveiled today, capturing the essence of the Lagos-based artist’s versatility, unique style, and undeniable talent. From infectious grooves such as […]
1 year ago
By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency With African superstars taking to global music stages and a growing army of young mobile subscribers – consisting largely of Gen Z’s – among the most ardent African music fans. homegrown and foreign streaming platforms are pushing hard to build their presence in a growing market. Until recently, […]
1 year ago
The African hip-hop scene is home to many talents, that are relentlessly committed to making it a global brand. One of such talents is Ghanaian rapper Ko-Jo Cue. His latest extended project I’m Back bears his tireless efforts at making sense of hip-hop on the continent, as he seeks to engrave his name in the […]
1 year ago
Months after his debut into the Nigerian music scene with the explosive debut single Anticipating, and a follow-up with Fantasy, British Nigerian musician and Afrobeats rising star, DumomiTheJig has returned with a new track, Maria. featuring the Queen of Afro-House, Niniola. On Maria, DumomiTheJig collaborates with two-time Grammy nominee Niniola, and enigmatic Nigerian producer, Black […]
1 year ago
IF his two-part coming-of-age debut, Bolanle and Teriza showed a glimpse of his storytelling prowess, rising Nigerian maverick Vasa is stretching his luscious legacy with a moving new song dubbed, Treasure. The 18-year-old enigma, born Freedom Alli, evolves from the newcomer gaining significant virality on TikTok to a radical new player ready for the spotlight. From winning […]
1 year ago
Rising producer, singer, and rapper AddyOX (christened Chisom Adaora Nwangwu) has ended her music hiatus with two new singles, My Time and iCon. The emerging star has been building anticipation for the release of both singles, teasing clips on her social media, performing at events like Food Farm, 90s Baby and at The University of […]
1 year ago
Flavour has been identified as one of the artists pushing the frontiers of highlife music and promoting a true African sound. Making his music debut in Nigeria in 2005 with the album N’abania, Flavour has continuously succeeded beyond all expectations. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with a number of well-known artists, including Phyno, Diamond […]
1 year ago
It is no news that CiDAR Africa houses its own powerhouse of talents. CiDAR has constantly and consistently pushed the envelope of its creative prowess, reaching into the past, and present in experimenting and exploring sounds that are appealing to their audience. It’s undeniable that CiDAR has been their springboard to the mainstream, however, their […]
1 year ago
