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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active Internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is our interview series where we speak to some of our Internet favourites on how they relate to the Internet and what it means to them […]
1 year ago
NSG, the trailblazers of afro-swing, have released their eagerly awaited AREA BOYZ Deluxe Album, following the success of their recent hit “MEN MOUNT.” The six-piece group from East London with Ghanaian and Nigerian roots continues the momentum from last year’s AREA BOYZ album with a new deluxe version boasting six new tracks with features from […]
1 year ago
After contributing to the global success of Afrobeats by producing for Burna Boy, Rema, Adekunle Gold, Davido, and Janelle Monaé, and winning a Grammy for his collaboration with Angélique Kidjo, Producer Kel-P launched his career as a performer in 2023 with the Bully Season Vol.1 EP. Today, he builds on that with a new collaboration […]
1 year ago
In an exciting development, Nigerian singer and songwriter Ric Hassani has signed a deal with Sony Music Publishing, one of the world’s leading music publishers. This milestone partnership highlights Hassani’s exceptional talent and the growing recognition of African artists on the global stage. Ric Hassani, affectionately dubbed ‘The Perfect Gentleman’ from his 2017 album, has […]
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The album comprises ten original tracks, featuring collaborations with artists like Grammy-nominated stars Olamide and Ayra Starr, Nigerian singer-songwriter Asa, Cameroonian multi-instrumentalist Richard Bona, and gospel artist Zacardi Cortez and more.
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Emerging Nigerian artist JaQi (real name Jacqueline Tenebe Isikpe) is set to capture music lovers with her latest single, Paris, featuring the talented Savage. This upbeat Amapiano tune is poised to become a party anthem, delivering infectious beats and irresistible energy. Known professionally as JaQi, Jacqueline Tenebe Isikpe is making waves in Nigeria’s Afrobeats scene. […]
1 year ago
Up-and-coming Nigerian artists Bulu, Konaly and Eezcrazy seek to make their mark in the country’s Pop scene. The trio are united not just by their youth but by a shared background: they had all grown up in Lagos, imbibing the city’s sonic temperaments. Though Bulu had always loved music, he passed up on a chance […]
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The track resonates with listeners on a deeply emotional level, showcasing Amaeya’s ability to connect with her audience through her raw, and emotive performance.
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