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.
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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 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.
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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
Few joys can match that of motherhood, and such was Simi’s joy that in 2020, in the final lap of a pregnancy that had been shielded from public view for the most part, she paid homage to her unborn child with Duduke, a stirring profession of maternal affection, and one of the year’s defining songs. […]
10 months ago
Yemi Alade has charted an illustrious musical path, including the release of five studio albums, four extended plays as well as GRAMMY nominations and wins—all of which contribute to her legacy as Africa’s Queen of Afropop. Her sixth and latest studio album, Rebel Queen, represents Yemi’s endless, unapologetic love for her African heritage and her […]
10 months ago
Acclaimed Nigerian producer Ozedikus joins forces with rising talent Vehnorm for a compelling dual release. The collaboration showcases their versatility, featuring two contrasting tracks: 99 Problmz/Side By Side. This pairing demonstrates the artists’ ability to navigate diverse musical landscapes, offering listeners varied auditory experiences. Ozedikus, a Nigerian producer with a growing fanbase of nearly 64,000 […]
10 months ago
Building on the success of his previous single All Over, which has garnered over a million streams and received praise from Capital Xtra, Notion Magazine, and Earmilk, Nigerian R&B and Afrofusion rising star Eli Jae is set to release a new single titled Me & You. This track, released via Squareball Entertainment in collaboration with […]
10 months ago
Nigerian hip-hop sensation Leon Söze is poised to make waves once again with his upcoming July release, Lost Boy Demo, a sound that encapsulates his musical identity. Born Oladimeji Mustapha, Söze’s musical journey began in his teens, drawing inspiration from a diverse array of genres. After debuting in 2020 with his mixtape My Excuse is […]
10 months ago
Yosa has become one of the most exciting and in-demand fixtures in the Lagos night scene. In January, the BBC tapped him for his Africollective mix. In April, he played a Boiler Room set, alongside a pantheon of preternatural talents, including Bloody Civilian, Odunsi, and Odumodublvck. Earlier this month, he played at Rema’s Lagos listening […]
10 months ago
Emerging artists continue to make their mark on the Nigerian music scene with their unique vocals. Rising star, Missaei, has returned with her latest single, Safe, a sultry track that evokes feelings of warmth and intimacy. The song explores the emotions of vulnerability and bliss that come with vulnerability and trusting completely in a partner. […]
10 months ago
DJ Shawn has always been a master of blending diverse sounds, creating music that feels both familiar and refreshingly new. His innovative approach draws from a wide array of influences, merging them into a cohesive, electrifying whole. On his most recent mix, he seamlessly combined Afrobeat with house and hip-hop, exploring the depths of modern […]
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