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.
1 month 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 […]
2 months 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, […]
3 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
Joeboy returns with Viva Lavida, his highly anticipated third studio album, released under his Young Legend imprint in partnership with Warner Music Africa. More than just a collection of songs, Viva Lavida—which translates to “Live Life”—is a declaration of self-awareness, resilience, and the pursuit of freedom in an unpredictable world. The album’s arrival is marked […]
3 months ago
With his signature patch, unmistakable confidence, and a genre-blurring sound, Ruger has cemented himself as one of Afrobeats’ most dynamic voices. Today, he takes that reputation even further with the release of his sophomore album, BlownBoy Ru—a bold evolution of his globally adored Afrodancehall style. This album arrives at a defining moment for Ruger. Fresh […]
3 months ago
When global superstar Burna Boy steps into a collaboration, the result is never just another remix—it’s a statement. This time, he joins forces with French-Haitian singer Joé Dwèt Filé for 4 Kampé II, an electrifying rework of Filé’s viral sensation 4 Kampé II. More than just a remix, 4 Kampé II is a cultural bridge, […]
3 months ago
Engage Music Label proudly presents Garvicii, a rising Nigerian artist whose introspective journey comes to life in his debut solo single, Conversations. This deeply personal track is more than just music—it’s an unfiltered exploration of self, vulnerability, and growth, marking a defining moment in his career. Hailing from Warri, Nigeria, Garvicii crafts a sound that […]
3 months ago
Very few things in popular culture are as exhilarating as a properly executed crossover episode. Anyone who grew up watching the American Television channel Nickelodeon would recall the tide of excitement that followed Jimmy Neutron and the Odd Fairies crisscrossing their respective universes in a succession of episodes. A more familiar example would be the […]
3 months ago
Ever since Raye broke the internet two weeks ago with her affecting critique of President Tinubu’s administration, Nigerians have increasingly taken to lamenting the record levels of hardship that President Tinubu’s administration has heralded. While, in a sense, this torrent of public furor reflects the terrible state of the country, it also at once suggests […]
3 months ago
Afrobeats is in a golden age, with a new wave of young artists pushing boundaries and taking the sound global. TAR1Q is proving to be one of the most exciting talents of his generation. With a blend of Afrobeats, Pop, Hip-Hop, and R&B—a style he calls Afro-Rhythm. He’s crafting music that feels both fresh and […]
3 months ago
Afrobeats rising star Mus makes a bold statement with his latest single, Room 206 featuring L.A.X—an irresistible fusion of smooth rhythms and undeniable allure. Building on the momentum of his debut EP, Sounds From Mus – Vol 1, and standout singles Drowning (2022) and Swe (2021), Mus continues to prove he’s not just another name in […]
3 months ago
