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.
23 hours 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 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
Ms DSF, the renowned DJ and multifaceted entertainer, has unveiled the tour dates for her upcoming ‘The Vibe Curator’ tour. Spanning over three months, the tour will commence in the United Kingdom, and take her through Europe, and culminate in North America. Since breaking into the scene as a DJ in 2020, Ms DSF has […]
11 months ago
Mogbonjubola Sholanke, known by his stage name Canvas and the Clay has continued to push the envelope of gospel music from Lagos to London, delivering a soul-stirring track, By My Side. An emotive storyteller from Lagos, Nigeria, Canvas and the Clay brings a unique twist to soul and gospel music on By My Side. The […]
11 months ago
Multitalented artist PJ Morton has taken listeners on a musical journey from Cape Town to Cairo with his latest album, now available via Morton Records/EMPIRE. The project, likened to Paul Simon’s Graceland, sees the 5x GRAMMY-winner fully creating his new LP during a 30-day trek across Africa. Without any pre-written music, lyrics, or preconceived notions, […]
11 months ago
Oxlade returns with a new track and music video Arabambi. This track marks the final phase of his debut album campaign Oxlade From Africa slated for release in autumn this year. About the track, Oxlade says “Arabambi means “the child of the people”, “the community gave birth to this child”, “the one”. It’s also the nickname of K1 […]
11 months ago
oSHAMO’s the latest artist to ink a deal with Mr Eazi’s emPawa Africa. This partnership has seen him enjoy a breakout campaign in 2024, thanks to the viral success of Life of the Party, which has spawned over 12,000-user generated videos and four million views on Tik Tok, and a further two millions streams across […]
11 months ago
Camidoh, the fast rising Afrobeat sensation, aims to captivate audiences once again with his latest single, Nothing Last Forever. The track is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the transient nature of life’s moments, infused with Camidoh’s signature blend of Afrobeat rhythms and heartfelt lyrics. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences and universal truths, Nothing […]
11 months ago
Since joining Mavin Records five years ago after a cover she posted on Instagram caught the attention of label boss Don Jazzy, Ayra Starr has evolved into a global star. She has embarked on a world tour, amassed a staggering 31 million devoted listeners on Spotify (the most for an African female artist), and worked […]
11 months ago
Rallying around a collective vision without comparison, rising Nigerian stars Azanti and PsychoYP have continued to push boundaries with their new collaborative album, YP & Azanti, Vol. 2. The album features nine tracks that showcase the pair’s unique chemistry and innovative sound. From the outset, 20-year-old singer, songwriter, producer, and “boy wonder” Azanti, alongside Nigerian […]
11 months ago
