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.
3 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 […]
3 months ago
Music has been Nino’s passion. This passion has been the driver of the Nigerian singer, songwriter, and talking drummer who has made waves in the music industry with her unique blend of musical styles and innovative use of the talking drum in R&B music. Incorporating those in her latest track, Up To Something, Nino fuses […]
2 years ago
Since the beginning of Ballantine’s True Music, the brand has played a crucial role in supporting underground entertainment and talent. To support local scenes, Ballantine’s introduced the True Music Fund – a £100,000 grant, split between 10 music-centric entities and collectives who are uplifting their local communities. As well as receiving £10,000 to execute a […]
2 years ago
Spotify has named Dunnie, the multi-talented Nigerian artist and producer, as its EQUAL Africa ambassador for the month of November. This announcement underscores Spotify’s commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the music industry. Born Dunni Alexandra Lawal, is a remarkable Afro-fusion singer, songwriter, and record producer who has captured the hearts of audiences with her […]
2 years ago
Lefty’s debut album If Found Return To Lagos serves as a tribute to Lagos and a journey through the heart and soul of the megacity. The 11-track project mixes introspective rap with though provoking lyrics and a distinctive mix of rhythms and beats. Opening with BYF meaning Black & Yellow Flows – a reference to […]
2 years ago
Whether you’re laying down the bass in a gritty garage or crooning under the spotlight at your local open mic, staying plugged into the latest tech can take your sound from ‘whoa’ to ‘WHOA’. So, let’s riff through the gadgetry you ought to sync into your musical ensemble. The MIDI Pedal First up, let’s talk […]
2 years ago
Since breaking out in 2019 with an eponymous debut EP, Rema has grown into one of Afrobeats’ global ambassadors. AfroRave, his spin on the popular genre, has garnered a reputation for its upbeat tempo, one he frequently emphasizes with the tagline “another banger.” At just 23 years old, the Mavin artist has toured Europe and […]
2 years ago
Dear 8-year-old Skales, As I sit here and look back at the incredible journey we’ve taken in our music career, I can’t help but feel a sense of awe and inspiration. We’ve come a long way from those days in Kaduna, transforming from a young boy who used to dream of owning the things our […]
2 years ago
When Laime broke into the Nigerian music industry with the release of his debut EP, 21 in 2018, the Afropop tracks served as the unveiling of his musical potential. Further establishing himself with his third EP, If Summer Happened in 2021, served as a portrayal of a summer profoundly affected by monumental changes. Returning with […]
2 years ago
